The Codec - David Hayter Interview #2: Movies, Writing, MG1 & MGS Remakes, Kojima, & More!

[@chrismanning7100]

I like how despite how shitty he was treated, he still has a loyalty to the metal gear fans

[@NationFusion]

+Chris Manning Exactly!

[@RW-Navigator]

+Chris Manning Yeh David i a pretty down to earth guy

[@JorgeAguilera]

Go to 1:25:00 to hear Yong and Hayter talk about Venom Snake and the Big Boss voice recast.

[@Buzz_1991]

+Jorge Aguilera What disturbes me that Hayter thinks he IS Snake. But this ain't true. He is Solid Snake. I think the reason Kojima wanted to change the voice of Naked Snake/Big Boss cause it's a different person. To be honest, it's kind of unlogical that Huey Emmerich is also voiced by Christopher Randolph cause CR is Hal "Otacon" Emmerich and not every Emmerich. Our parents don't share the same voice like us. I love Hayter for his voice acting in MGS but he should deal with it that there is a reason. The Japanese voice actor for Snake maybe wasn't replaced cause there wasn't a better one. But Kiefer Sutherland topps David Hayter in every way. Nevertheless interesting to hear his version.

[@aureate]

+Buzz1991 To your point, if Haytor voiced Venom, then he would have had to voice Ishmael, giving away the plot.

[@soknheith3259]

+Buzz1991 I guess, he just was upset for a little bit cause of how they have treated him with this recast, and also the big reason of that is the franchise itself means a lot to him (i think, it's obvious, he's go a decade with it, he's played these games, he's compare himself to the character actually). So it's not a big deal. I think the recast has disturbed him more, than you have with this interpretation of his thinking.

[@MaxwellBojarzin]

he DID play Big Boss, though... MGS 3 IS Big Boss, which David Hayter voiced

[@christianmarcotte4068]

Maxwell Bojarzin David Hayter should just be there as Naked Snake, but big boss as he gets older should be a different voice actor

[@ROADAROLLA]

Yong is slowly transforming into Kojima. Clone? Probably.

[@susanhogan1350]

ROADAROLLA he's venom kojima let's get it corekkt lol

[@OneUponADime]

He's much too nice to be Kojima

[@spacedp]

@@OneUponADime Hahaha

[@ventasocr]

A simulated Hideo Kojima shaped by VR regimen. Sound like someone you know? -- ROADAROLLA?

[@DaHeadHunter076]

Thanks for using my question Yong! Was pretty great to have had it answered by David Hayter himself!

[@whiskeyopsonps4497]

My Respect to you always David Hayter. "Loyalty till the end."

[@lewishuysmans7921]

fucking died at the Ego Raptor reference

[@michaelklos7248]

they played hayter like a dam fiddle!

[@ChristianSeraph]

Much respect for you Hayter, you deserved better, wish Kojima had the same respect and love for you that we have.

[@picknick21]

What a nice guy. His voice was so present during my teenage years. Good times :)

[@Jazzhands1337]

WOW he's here for 2 whole hours? Truly the people's champ.

[@randwilliams5552]

i didnt realize how much i missed hayter...

[@christopheroakley5457]

So glad to see David Hayter will always be Snake (Solid and Naked)

[@susanhogan1350]

Christopher Oakley the end of this comment looks weird if you take it out of context

[@captainbodyshot2839]

My snake is always solid and naked

[@freddymcshreddy6586]

Captain Bodyshot you should probably see a doctor.

[@hundset]

Can't begin to express how much I've missed seeing you guys chatter, let alone the interview: every interview with David just reinforces how much of an idol he is to me, not just in regards to his work but also his infectuously positive attitude. Regarding what you said about your channel and it being in a transitional stage, I just wanted to say that while I did get into it due to your MGS content initially, I've very much enjoyed your insights and thoughts about a variety of topics, including the movie reviews (though I don't demand or expect that to be a regular thing). I rather doubt you're too concerned about a decrease of viewers due to the direction the channel's going but, for what it's worth, I'm definitely here to stay and continue to support what you do :)

[@NationFusion]

+Robin Bartlett Yong is always entertaining, he will be just fine :)

[@suhleap]

props to David for gettin a better camera!

[@darthkahn45]

7:21 You either die a hero...or live long enough to see yourself become Big Boss.

[@ROADAROLLA]

The best part about these interviews is really the relaxed atmosphere and how chill Ronin, Daley and Yong are, even in the presence of these guests they all obviously have a lot of respect for. You guys keep it up!

[@mcrazza]

I'd prefer to see one-on-one conversations by YongYea rather than with the other two guys. Just saying.

[@MaxAndDaisy0825]

Agree

[@jakzilla95]

+TheChronicCynic Really? I've always enjoyed Daleys questions

[@Archontasil]

+mcrazza i want more jen

[@banama1758]

+TheChronicCynic yep daley was the worst

[@aesthetic_apples888]

Then Daley comes in and he changes the tempo! Daley comes in and says it's his show!

[@iWillWakeYouUp]

Awesome! David Hayter is such a good sport. I love how he embraces his legacy and his fandom and he is happy to be interviewed by three dudes in their bedrooms through Skype. He's not concescending... he meets you on an eye-to-eye level. No bullshit. If you ask him about a project, he'll be honest.

[@DrayWillSlay]

hayter is a legend. so mysterious yet so respected and respectful. cares about his fans and isn't a big shot

[@SlayerSeraph]

1:41:29 killed me-"oh this one's Old Snake" haha I love you Hayter.

[@redvail]

Thanks guys for the interview, you did great!

[@skoomajoe6205]

Hey Daley and Ronin, I see you guys are getting some hate in the comments, and I just want to let you guys know that you're both awesome!

[@Snakefeel]

Today is april 1, 2016 31 + 3 + 16 = 50 Its the 21st century: 21x 50 = 1050 Now we add the two Numbers: 1050 + 2016 = 3066 As you can see this number has no meaning at all. Thanks for your attention.

[@TheVoltaire1]

+#SNAKEFEEL hahahaha

[@Snakefeel]

+Razvratnik definitely. Ooooooohhh!!!

[@greensmurf9623]

Illuminati conf...never mind.

[@HinataHyuga-wc4gl]

We need David Hayter back as Snake. I really enjoy his work, Kiefer Sutherland is a great actor but I'll always think of David as the true Big Boss. Konami, make a remake of something mgs3, mgs2 we need it!

[@mahius19]

I had to laugh out loud when Mr Hayter did his impression of Yong's 'hotness' line. So funny. Gotta love this.

[@CoolSmek]

Yong, thanks so much for asking David my question! loved his answer.

[@iamzeek2000]

Snake you've ....aged well

[@jomitchell6064]

Gray Fox looks like Age hasn't slowed him down one bit.

[@steven811222]

Thank you for this Awesome interview Yong and Daley Korrupt ~!!! and Don't worry David , We're always supporting you cuz you're True Snake The Legendary voice actor of Snake

[@121Swaleskid]

Hope David does another 1 of these soon

[@EdnovStormbrewer]

My loyalty always goes to David Hayter. The moment I played metal Gear Solid 5, it didn't reach to its fruition without David Hayter. Seriously kojima, why did you leave hayter out in the dark?

[@Strider-Ragnarok]

David Hayter is a really cool guy. Your interview with him are always the best and funniest.

[@onionsilk]

I always get such a cheeky grin when I hear that voice

[@doclouis4236]

Hey Yong, any chance you can try and find Patric Zimmerman? (the O.G. Ocelot) Did you try asking Kris Zimmerman where he is?

[@JamesCarmichael]

+Roman Spork I think they're divorced and most likely aren't on speaking terms. No divorce goes smoothly.

[@doclouis4236]

James Carmichael Yong should at least ask her. I mean Patric is the original Ocelot after all. The guy deserves to be interviewed.

[@JamesCarmichael]

He does deserve to be interviewed.

[@doclouis4236]

James Carmichael Maybe if we spread the word to Yong he'll maybe go more out of his way to find him. I just hope he does want to be interviewed.

[@Oscarman843]

I'd love to see Pat Zimmerman in an interview

[@Fkjb69]

Plot twist: David Hayter will become the new age Hugh Hefner.

[@novinworks]

Goosebumps...that voice. This is Snake!

[@thuganomics8700]

Daley is like that teen girl who laughs at every word her crush says

[@alialmuhanna4938]

Yong, can you plz add the topic times in the description ?

[@PapaStink]

For real I just wanted to hear about the remakes

[@trottist]

Thanks for asking my question yong

[@MomoMochi]

Yes! He did the line from Metal Gear Awesome!!

[@Enigma2K99]

Not every "Snake" has to sound like David Hayter. Solid Snake, on the other hand.... if it doesn't sound like Hayter, I don't consider it to be Solid Snake. David Hayter IS Solid Snake. His real name is David, for fuck's sake!!!! Ultimately, I'm just disappointed to learn that the image in my head of him and Kojima actually being very respectful of each other and on good terms isn't the actual reality. I still have much respect for both of them, and am glad he got his freedom from Konami, but this does make me respect him just a fraction less.

[@meneilyl]

Daley seriously needs replacing. The amount of times he cut Hayter off mid-explanation is ridiculous

[@1SWINZ1]

I think that it would have made sense for Big Boss to be played by a different actor because he is a different character. Yes, David's point about them being clones is 100% valid, but for the sake of differentiating the two characters in the same way that Liquid and Solidus are differentiated from Solid Snake and Big Boss, it would have made sense in that way. Regardless of that, I'm really glad that David got the role in MGS3. I couldn't imagine it any other way. But my point is, I don't think David's way of looking at this is the only valid way of looking at it, and I don't think that people are ''idiots'' for not agreeing with me.

[@cyanprince00]

Also there is no evidence I believe of Solid Snake and Big Boss having identical vocal cords. Besides Solid Snake is better than Big Boss in some ways because he's cloned.

[@FoxhoundVnzla]

+SwinnyUK they have the same voice in japanese...so

[@damienvandepol]

I want David Hayter in a Deus Ex game and voice a side character. Hearing him and the guy who does the voice of Adam Jensen growl at eachother, would be amazing!

[@archentity]

30:00 That's right Snake, loyalty to your comrades..

[@xfghkhjfsejid]

Yes Yongyea alone please

[@jensenblaze25]

I loved your Mei Ling reference near the beginning.

[@SorakuFett]

"It's a fully interative 360° experience where you, too, can get beaten to death by Jason Mamoa."

[@Ghosthound_X]

Back to the 90s Hayter look nice

[@SolidMikeChannel]

Word, hes in true Snake from.

[@drunkemonke1995]

As I'm watching I'm really hope they ask him again about advice for aspiring voice actors and it's just "Whiskey on the job goes a long way"

[@reaktorleak89]

I hope you can repost the video, more people need to see this awesomeness.

[@IlDeimos]

it's true, the pressure to make a new star wars movie is insane. He probably was sweating bullets waiting for the ratings and sales of the movie. Because Star Wars must be epic, it can't be just another space fighting movie.

[@chaoticfox6271]

I love David and Yong so much

[@soknheith3259]

57:25 Daley speaks the question that has crossed my mind in the beginning of the interview :)

[@LindarFF9]

*Hears Hayter do Snake like gruff voice* Good times... :

[@SolidMikeChannel]

Baby Snake is just adorable. I now have Snakeabetes.

[@AustinH7]

I would be fine with him just saying lines for 2 hours. love this guy

[@lovelorn88nick]

omg. its the famous Solid Sneeck!

[@squeezi5631]

+Todd The Toddler Howard Salude Snackstorm*

[@mr.timmeyyy7113]

+Ezzat Al-Nabulsi *sorrid snek

[@jjamese7011]

Great job guys!

[@amaarasghar4662]

Great and deep Interview David is a Legend as Snake and As himself..

[@danielshottopics8187]

OMG David Hayter is the Voice of King Shark from the Flash, I did not know that thanks Yong Yea.

[@vasonnyg]

Didn't realize he was the male Jedi Knight until he did the voice at the very beginning. One of the better performances in SWTOR.

[@anakroniquev]

can someone tell me what Daley asked at 29:24? I'm french and its difficult somethin to hear english well. what are they talking about at this moment? thanks,love you guys

[@The-Scottish-Princess]

just wondering is there just audio mp3 for these interviews somwhere ? love the codec just to long for watching somtimes lol

[@shpladau]

I don't know why, but Yong's "What's up everybody?!" intro cracked me up. It just sounded so happy this time! :)

[@DrStoCazzo]

it seemed like david was wondering:"the fuck is he saying?? "

[@Zer0to]

Loved his Metal Gear Awesome reference.

[@kenjiharimaCU]

To make a game awesome. Have David Hayter dub it sent out a demo and then on twitter have David Hayter announce he's voicing that character

[@oskrcr989]

Any chance tu publish these podcast on iTunes or some podcast service? I would love to listen to it on the go.

[@joewilko4673]

Awesome interview!

[@sgtshocker181]

where are the other interviews that are not on this channel

[@FrederickGuese]

Glad, it's not just Metal Gear.

[@fu2s693]

I know im late here but why would you be happy about it? Not like the previous episode was only about MG...MG is the reason why we know David in the first place.

[@R0gue0ne]

good panel guys!

[@julianramirez589]

Damn David Hayter is the best.

[@IlDeimos]

David should try to push Konami for writing the script for an MGS Movie. If its done right, it could be a HUGE hit. And if David is writing the script, it would be epic.

[@peterhopqk]

1:07:08 great screenwriter tips from David Hayter

[@PolaireOfAstora]

What happened to the supposed Reno Wilson interview?

[@TeamSolution]

I keep trying to look at Yong's shirt, is that a New Jersey shirt?? Lol

[@aschen]

+Team Solution very possible. yong is a native of newark, delaware

[@TeamSolution]

+aschen yeah?? I'm asking cause I live in Jersey so just curious on how far he is from me haha

[@aschen]

+Team Solution i was surprised myself. according to his theater work, he's based out of town literally 10 mins away from where i grew up.

[@TheObicobiHD]

Really enjoy The Codec, David Hayter is a really interesting guy and a good writer/VA. Looking forward to seeing more! On a side note, its quite disappointing that Konami took down yet another fan game..but to be expected :'{ Looking forward to what the Shadow Moses team works on next, I find it cool that even though they couldn't make the game, they made a fan legacy project . Like an MGS museum :D

[@Jda4160]

metal gear 1 and metal gear 2:solid snake NEEDS to be remade!

[@gabrielmontreuil]

Was i the only one that thought James McAvoy looked abit like David Hayter in Days of Future Past?

[@dennis_brok900]

Yong please interview John Bernthal! Anyone who agrees with this please like so yong can see

[@Snakefeel]

Yeah, ask him why his ears are all fucked off!

[@dennis_brok900]

+#SNAKEFEEL ok..

[@Snakefeel]

+Jacktheripper48 that guy's ears are all fucked up looking. Check it out next time you watch Daredevil

[@roger767]

30:40 Daley says he has a feeling who played EVA? Any idea who?

[@NationFusion]

+Roger Schooneveld The lady from the little mermaid

[@dirtypms]

+FraggedNation I think you are referring to "Pilot Season"

[@SoulOfficer]

This is beauty at it's finest.

[@ZANGOJOE]

So and now all the stupid Hayter hater went underground or what? David, you're the best and the one and only real Snake voice actor. Your performances were all awesome. I loved Richard Doyle playing old Big Boss in MGS4, though. Just everything about these choices were brilliant until Ground Zeroes and Rising...

[@GameOverDan]

you guys should bring on norman reedus to ask about his experience with kojima and del toro!!

[@JamesGhodbane]

Great career the guy is so busy :D

[@troypuckett5502]

I like how he slips into the snake voice mid sentence sometimes.

[@Obiwan1994Kenobi-iv4jf]

Hayter is such a cool guy.

[@alanw9620]

Yong any chance for any Zero Time Dilemma coverage?

[@williammaurice6949]

I like the Somerset Maugham name drop.

[@I_Am_Kiba]

Anyone know where I can see that interview David was talking at 4:31?

[@BrokenCrowe]

Strange question, but what headphones are you using Yong? Great interview though! It's always a joy to see David Hayter on the show. :) Gotta love how down to earth he is.

[@pelituokiotv9118]

Just like james arnold taylor Didn't get a chance to play as old Ben Kenobi in Rebels. Yet i think he did get the part in the new Clone Wars season. If Kojima Offers a part in Death Stranding, I wonder would Hayter take the part? If he ever were offered a part.

[@1000BabyRage]

Besides Kiefer and Robin, the only MGSV character you haven't interviewed is maybe Paz? Also, WE WANT JAMES HORAN AGAIN

[@ninjax1983]

Tara strong is too busy doing teen titans go voicing Raven

[@chainz983]

ninjax1983 wait what? SHE voiced Paz? God damn who hasnt she voiced

[@steveOHH26]

I wonder if he knows the story line to MGS5 n if he would play the online part not the story mode Haven't seen the flash show but I want to see this shark guy now haha

[@TotallyToonsTV]

I wonder, now I'm just spitballing here but.....it's clear Konami are looking to do another Metal Gear Solid game , they said they would and they're currently looking for more staff and another director to pick up the story. If say the new game was to be a Metal Gear and/or Metal Gear 2 remake, I wonder if David would be interested in reprising his role if Konami or the new director offered.

[@KDB1987]

Anybody else think Suzetta Miñet could be Kim Dickens? (LOST, Gone Girl, House of Cards, Sons of Anarchy, Fear The Walking Dead etc).

[@russelltietjen4407]

Hey Yong, could you do a character profile for Kyle Schnider?

[@JamesCarmichael]

Someone should interview Patric Zimmerman. There's nothing about him on the net.

[@rosiethefeeder3085]

It's hard to find any interview with him. He's on the down low. Never goes to conventions or anything. I've only ever found two interviews with him.

[@ShapurTheLegend]

I was laughing out loud in the first 2 minutes. This is going to be good