The good, the bad and the idiot.

[@xepglucario9602]

I love how steve brings back Trouble by Cage The Elephant for this video. It's the song that started off the whole Alternative Lifestyle series and it plays again in what may seem like an end.

[@TanujSistla]

It was titled, "Why I think Sourcefed Ended."

[@TanujSistla]

Yeah when it started playing I was like holy shit this is what started it all off..

[@PaytonDunn]

I think it makes more sense if you think about it not being at a start but the ending of something different. He played if after SourceFed was cancelled and is now playing it again with what is made to seem like a possible ending for Alternative Lifestyle.

[@jaeaaeyadn]

The song that started off Alternative Lifestyle was i wanna prove to you by the lemon twigs

[@goodjobjacks]

xEPG Lucario I noticed that YES

[@chrisp7625]

I love the way the switch in and out of character in the show, but they are still playing a character even when they are "out of character", it makes it feel really real. I also really love the direction of this episode. It really shows how much potential sp7 has to not just in the field of comedy and bits, but actually story and character development, while driving a narrative that will resinate with people's emotions. The music definitely plays a huge component also.

[@henrykates1907]

This was way too real and it made me viscerally uncomfortable. 10/10 chicken boi

[@wacojitsu]

I don't like when steve plays the roll of every boss i've ever hated. i want to like steve, i don't want to hate him.

[@Cryzoc]

When Cib broke his vape was the thing that got me. I think it represents his character on Alternative Lifestyle. He’s had enough.

[@sa7ier]

Cryzoc ..and it's the vape Steve gave Cib.

[@simplereciprocity3040]

For anyone wondering: Steve tweeted that there would be one more video before they take a break, tomorrow. They want time off for the holidays, but they will post a podcast and a bloopers video before posting their next Alternative Lifestyle video.

[@MrDouchoid]

Amoonda Whoops did he say bloopers?!

[@simplereciprocity3040]

Sourabh Unnikrishnan Yeah, it's like the last thing he mentions

[@MrDouchoid]

Amoonda Whoops dope.

[@IceCubesBurning]

Bloopers are exclusive to FIRST members only tho. Same with the other 2 bloopers.

[@MrDouchoid]

IceCubesBurning oh damn

[@deavago]

Cib smashing the vape alone hurt me dude wtf how

[@LemonsRage]

that was so real

[@FluFFY13G]

Never let a man wearing sandals run your company smh

[@tylerdoe1096]

Always***

[@SadvMoney]

Kevin Malone my dad always say never to trust a man if you can see his toes

[@hasmetoglusardalya3594]

rip chili

[@tm1236]

Never let a man wearing sandals run they could fall and get hurt

[@MrPicklepod]

Kevin Malone LTT

[@Prodikios]

For those curious, the songs in this video are as follows: At 5:07 the song is The Little Things - Danny Elfman At 6:05 the song is Surrender - Tor Miller And at 11:00 the song is Trouble - Cage the Elephant

[@DellSnooze]

Prodicus Fukn life saver dude. 👌

[@m0rniingstar]

Something tells me this season finale is going to hurt so bad. Poor Steve. Poor Cib.

[@gracmasn]

the season finale is the next vid which is coming out the 24th according to steven's twitter

[@MossLight23]

I wanted a steven arc but not THIS :,,,,V

[@noxebop]

Mourning Star you mean we haven't even reached the peak yet?

[@limjahey5528]

grace mason The word tomorrow exists

[@m0rniingstar]

zXBlackjackXz probably not even close buddy. Prepare to have your heartstrings tugged :,)

[@damitelephant7132]

I felt like I just watched my friends fight in front of me

[@Diego-my7iq]

I DONT KNOW WHERE REALITY BEGINS AND ENDS ON THIS SHOW AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA

[@tm1236]

How do you know it's even started?

[@TeamCalmClutch]

Its actually really simple. Its all fake lol.

[@kat5721]

ok but i seriously connect with Cib man. like I'm the punching bag of my friend group, i sell myself as a joke sometimes at the expense of looking/acting stupid and immature. In a way it's my fault for branding myself as a joke, but when you're treated like it by people you care about it's damaging. I labelled myself as such because it made people laugh, but seeing my friends treat me as nothing other than a joke is pretty hurtful. i see a lot of myself in Cib (a partially exaggerated version of himself, take that as you wish )

[@autumnm.1398]

I know this is all fake, but that argument was still too real and I felt horrible watching it.

[@celedhion]

I have to keep reminding myself that they're acting, but breaking the fourth wall with "turn the camera off", and "you're still filming!" makes it more difficult. The direction is just too good, and it hurts.

[@el.262]

Yeah, but nothing gets more 4th Wall than Cib being serious though, it's so fucked up and feels right at the same time.

[@autumnm.1398]

Serious Cib is like the big red button. You only hit it under extreme duress, and its consequences are dire.

[@pokez117]

yeah you gotta keep in mind that if it were real arguments and stuff, we wouldnt be seeing them. anything that wasn't helping to build the narrative would be taken out by steve or autumn. hope this helps you two feel a little more comfortable watching!

[@cinemaonwaffle8227]

Autumn McCray ikr I knew it was fake but damn they're good at acting

[@sleepdeprivedandblind]

The minute Steve looked over the bridge snakes started manifesting in the walls of my home

[@WolfgangOSS]

When their ads for their sponsors are so good you don’t mind watching them

[@ExplosiveLemonz]

they got too much pride in their work to make shitty ads

[@Doc_MD]

Cow Chop also does cool things with their ads. I think it might be a roosterteeth thing.

[@Theogpope]

God their song selections are the best

[@xTimeswordx]

That guy ALMOST looks like FAJAM. But clearly it's just James Allen McCune, famous actor and star.

[@Valiant_Requiem]

Who would win: FAJAM or JAMFAS?

[@patchbeard]

Is...is this a bit?

[@simonvandam2646]

I feel bad not having to pay for this show.

[@ConnorVisser]

Get a Rooster Teeth First membership ;).... BURNIE PAY ME

[@zerbert_the_zuma3606]

Buy their merchhh

[@Direk091]

Buy as much of their merch as you can. I really wish I could just donate to them as well.

[@aneural]

New watcher. Whats the name of the first episode pls?

[@ToBHasHair]

SourceFed is cancelled. There is a playlist of Season 1 - I hope you enjoy yourself brother x

[@Doddsycraft]

The saddest part of the video is those sandals

[@SMBGarageChannel]

Why are you guys making all these videos hit me straight in the feels

[@charbladex]

"Use both hands" - that whole part hit me good, doing things because it's convenient and easy, and not committing, it seems good now but in the end it hurts you. Even if it's harder or weird go for it, and learn, instead of staying safe and in the end the key breaks.

[@ray-5110]

The past couple of videos have made me cry every single time

[@tm1236]

The season finale will probably make you cry as well on the 24th i was right the first time

[@Valiant_Requiem]

Chicken boy, my champion, you can't play the same song from when sourcefed ended, you're gonna make people think that... Sugar Pine 7 is... wait... NO

[@CzechDressing]

this didn't age well

[@distantlol]

Czech Dressing i was gonna comment the same thing lmao

[@michaelakendall8135]

Isn't that bridge Steve was on where a lot of people commit suicide? This episode had me feeling all kinds of things.

[@jasonthomas8409]

Mickey yeah I think that was the point of the scene. Also me too bud.

[@michaelakendall8135]

In a previous episode some people were speculating he was going to kill himself because he has said before he doesn't want to have to act in the things he creates and I also remember them talking about how bringing people back to life made there deaths less impact full so I wouldn't be surprised if that is what this is leading up to. I just don't know what would come after. What would happen to the company?

[@dumbassfetus8830]

Suicide bridge

[@ernestosera7758]

Yeah that bridge is pretty fucked, real pretty tho

[@jellos4025]

I knew it! When I saw him on it I was ohh shit

[@BasedBidoof]

Sour pine 7

[@dolfindan153]

Salty Pine 7

[@xavier-wg3xt]

Bitter Pine 7

[@rileyoftheharris]

JAMES BETTER NOT LEAVE

[@scrums4748]

He won't, its just a bit

[@cninh4574]

RileyOfTheHarris I'm more worried about Steven on suicide bridge

[@FaizFaiz-tt4fg]

jamie or james

[@cedarxik]

RileyOfTheHarris James won’t leave this is scripted you idiot

[@rileyoftheharris]

Keystrokes I know but Parker left for awhile cause of a show maybe James will do the same

[@CcBloom777]

Hey I don't know if I'm the only one who feels this way, but I really want to know who writes specific scenes. Like the whole conversation between James and famousactorjamesallenmccune, was really cool. WhO WROTE THAT????

[@DizRupTnz]

That was not Famous Actor James Allen McCune, it was just James McCune their actor friend. The character FAJAM was retired, James McCune was just playing himself.

[@CcBloom777]

Dizrupt while I agree, this means we need a new way to differentiate the James'. Let's brainstorm

[@ignisursulus9635]

sierraalexis "The Character Formerly Known as Famous Actor James Allen McCune" aka TCFKFAJAM. Perfect.

[@CcBloom777]

Ignis Ursulus short, simple, and easy. I like it.

[@MNZGamin]

i think it’s almost all improv

[@michaelakendall8135]

I love that I've been here so long and have been able to watch in real time all of you guys grow and it keeps me watching. When you first started making alternative lifestyle videos I thought they where so funny (which they still are) but now there is depth to the characters and we keep finding out more and it just makes me happy.

[@marinaanderson4887]

Mickey samee

[@jekabsblodons7592]

📂Documents └📁Channels └📁SP7 └📁Bad videos └⚠️This folder is empty

[@justinmcnamee4913]

Loving the change of pace here. Starting to really add depth to these characters and the production value is fantastic. Keep it up guys. So excited to see where you guys take this!!

[@nathanskitz523]

I finally get the end, they're using the song from the first episode (or the second) which was not complete but in this episode they finished the song. Meaning the song started when sp7 started, and the song ended when sp7 ended. Genius!

[@awesomegoblin22]

Nathan SKITZ maybe but the show isn’t over they are going on for another season

[@nathanskitz523]

C010SSUS Ik, I fucked myself lmfao

[@slapinchicken]

Which video is considered ep1 of sp7?

[@in.my.fillingss]

Nathan SKITZ I would like to take this opportunity to promote a Sugar Pine 7 playlist on Spotify I made. I was really sick this weekend and didn’t want to study so I went through the trouble of rewatching every single SP7 video and compiling a playlist of the music they use. I guess you could say I’m a big fan. But if you appreciate their music as much as I do, check out the playlist I made! It’s just called sugar pine 7

[@nathanskitz523]

Cristina Parsons sweet, Ive been trying to get ahold of some of the tracks for my KZbin videos but was unable to. Thanks.

[@blokeinabarncoat3883]

Cage the Elephant was a nice touch

[@smh_____tbh]

it hit me in the feels

[@ImScottJones]

This is by far the best episode yet. Im glued to this show

[@SMBGarageChannel]

You guys should get a sponsorship from shake weight

[@VideoGameBlackBeltGaming]

Just a couple friends and we’re hanging out ag-

[@willbeatty9097]

this show has the perfect amount of meta

[@thomasodoherty4188]

It's pretty cool how you guys wrote yourself out of the far fetched story lines by having them be story's within a story. I was really getting put off by the really far fetched stuff and i'd like to know if you guys were put off by them too. Keep up the awesome work.

[@hunk4402]

If they end the show I'm going to throw my door out the window

[@youssefawadalla8740]

Andrew I think if they end the show I'm going to throw my window out the door

[@PurtyPurple]

If they end the show I'm going to throw myself out the door of my window

[@WubbyPunch]

If they end the window I'm gonna throw the show threw my shoe

[@DaaurrDoesStuff]

They aren’t.. I think you guys might know but James already talked about how happy he is for season 3.

[@burcebanning]

Andrew I think the biggest mood

[@TimeForPenguins]

wow that character development!!! amazing work as always. i can’t believe how far you guys have come, and it hasn’t even been a year since this all started. can’t wait for the finale!

[@elyzanavarrio]

YOU'RE FRICKING BREAKING THE FOURTH WALL THE FRICK WHAT THE FRICK

[@mr.meeseeks5127]

Elyza Navarrio when do they not break the fourth wall.

[@TobusPls]

The show is about them making the show that youre watching.

[@mateokunzer]

actually i dont think this was fully in the alternative lifestyle universe, bc recently theyve been using alternative lifestyle as an outro but this video just used the sp7 logo, idk, i think its an odd mix

[@formaleli9560]

It’s meta as fuck. It’s an alternative lifestyle that exists beyond alternative lifestyle. Wild shit.

[@MRgamefreak713]

Not the fourth wall.

[@Maurenriques]

Cib breaking the Vape made me actually nervous, even though I know it's not real. What the actual fuck. Stop messing with me.

[@KingsCultural]

DON'T LET CIB DRINK AGAIN FOR THIS FINALE.

[@nevinwebster]

Thank you SP7 for how you approach your ads. Very refreshing.

[@SlingshotSaguaro]

this is the cage the elephant he used in his first alt lifestyle vid right? i like the callback!

[@itsanna6336]

SlingshotSaguaro when I first heard trouble and imagined it, I imagined Steve or one of the characters going through a hard time. And now that I see that, it’s amazing. I got so hyped when I heard it 😂

[@hannahanderson4082]

Anyone else hold their breath as a very dejected Steven walked onto the bridge with the sad music then Cib picked up the phone. I those few moments before the shot goes back to Steve felt like a lifetime. It's so great seeing you chicken bois grow

[@AshleyRobles]

Oh fuck I didn't expect this to get so meta. That positive phone call really threw me off. I have no idea what to expect for the finale, but I'm still curious why the shot off the roadway of the dirt was a focus.

[@anathxmaasucks4489]

Ashley Robles that was the suicide bridge they visited in the ghost hunting video. Steve isn't taking things very well.

[@AshleyRobles]

a.nathxma I've been worrying about his possible suicide for a while now. All those sad shots alone, not wanting to change, actual Steve saying he doesn't want to be in everything he makes. Him walking away from it after the call made me feel like he rethought it (for now)

[@anathxmaasucks4489]

Ashley Robles yeah i don't know, this leadup to the finale is scaring the hell outta me

[@jamescrooks3801]

that bridge is a famously known spot for suicide, perhaps implying that Steve considered it then, even briefly, and they way he turned away and touched the bridge, or rather patted it, further supports this idea. I doubt Steve would go that far, especially considering he is one of the main 3, but I believe they were killing someone off as they mentioned that they had planned in a beyond the pine. Not too sure however, I may be wrong.

[@RubenDelight]

Ashley Robles that kinda lines up though with what they were talking about in the podcast with Jamie. Steve saying he doesn't want to be in the stuff he makes eventually, James wanting to do more acting and directing, Cib not wanting to be an idiot, it all lines up, to the point where I'm pretty sure they mentioned how healthy it would be for Steve to keep doing this, and see what toll it takes on his personal life. It feels like an exact mirror except much more dramatized. Cib hating Steve, Steve contemplating suicide, James about ready to jump ship, etc

[@ninaz2113]

I swear if this series ends im gonna die

[@terrafirma1849]

famous doctor mickey mouse?

[@sj205]

3 words: Bang up job guys, fantastic dynamics; y'all deserve a Netflix series.

[@EpicYoutuber21]

So glad to see famous doctor Mickey Mouse in another video guys

[@Tiny15891]

I saw the slow change of Sugar Pine 7 coming and even though up until this point I liked the change I still preferred the old more improv and comedy focused style. But after watching this episode I think that this is a genuinely really good and interesting story with for the most part believable acting dialog and character motivation and I enjoy it more than the old SP7.

[@MigsVideos]

The cinematic bits are so good Also wow that was depressing

[@thisleftylefty]

Steven, I doubt you’re reading this right now. But I’m trying to become a filmmaker and go to film school, I’ve always loved telling stories and film, but around 7th grade I started getting serious about it and appreciating cinema, and I knew you back in the Sourcefed days and once you started this I always watched, and I didn’t know what was happening when you transitioned to cinematic sequences but I knew I loved it. You guys inspire me GREATLY whenever I watch Alternative Lifestyle, and you pushed me to want to make movies because if the goofy down-to-earth guys from Sugar Pine 7 can, then I can. I absolutely love you guys and I miss this so much, the way you guys broke the fourth wall in this is to this day probably the best most heartbreaking and well-done storyline i’ve ever seen, but idk what do i know 2022 edit: I realize now I didn’t give due credit to James and Clay.

[@somedudewithanappleonhisfa6819]

Wow. Dollar shave club is ballsy going with these crazy bois.

[@bigchungus7050]

Some dude with an apple on his face lol Dollar shave club sponsors everyone

[@richyjjsmith]

Ballsy to advertise a razor while having that much stubble still on your face after using it.

[@miroku619]

I just realized Cib broke the E-Cig Steve got him for Christmas. :/

[@jeremiah9913]

Everyone is worried about James leaving but he isn't. I'm worried for Steven, The last 5-10 videos have been leading to him killing himself. He left the bridge this episode I'm just hoping he stays away for the finale.

[@wesss9287]

Yeah, I didn’t realize that bridge was actually Suicide Bridge until I went back and rewatched the Ghost Hunters episode when they went there

[@tm1236]

Oof you were wrong

[@kenichidc]

Yep narration makes these videos funnier

[@corbinwildcatt2274]

Dang man the Cage the elephant song really sums up what is going on man and it's not to on the head either.

[@camiladuque3420]

From the cinematography, to the dialogue, to acting, to music, to the feels, this series is fabulous. Thank you SP7 for such amazing entertainment

[@levisalvador462]

Hey guys, if you ever read this just know that all we want is for you to be happy making what you do. If that means the same stuff you have been doing, great, if it means breaking out into more cinematic and meaningful stuff, also awesome! I really liked this episode, how we got to see a different, more real side to cib, and I know you've been talking about the difference between the characters and who you actually are, in your podcast. Just know, we are with you 200% no matter what you make, as long as you love it

[@brendanbrady1000]

This is honestly a genius direction to take the story. It retcons the more fantastical story-lines, particularly Parker's resurrection, and puts the focus back to what Alternative Lifestyle started out as: friends making videos. Love it, guys

[@macauleysmith3472]

THIS IS TOO R E A L

[@johnnyboy-lw8ee]

RIGHT?

[@quadrocaterpus7865]

I don't know what's real anymore 😂

[@hrvsthaus]

where the hell is the Oxford Comma?

[@alecwinkelman7429]

The oxford comma is the comma that comes before an "and" in a set. For example "the good, the bad, and the idoit" the comma between "bad" and "and" is the oxford comma and its technically not needed in a semtence but you can still use them

[@dekunt6549]

Who gives a fuck about an Oxford Comma?

[@liamfoskett5220]

You-hoo Ahyou-hoo Vampire weekend anyone?

[@karmasource]

It's optional you piece of shit

[@grislfremawn9347]

It's sitting in a dark corner somewhere along with "you're" and the correct spelling of the word "lose".

[@andreb2062]

when they say "stop recording" or "put away the camera" it makes me feel like its real

[@m0rniingstar]

The quality just keeps getting better and better. Nice job boyes

[@PokeWaffles]

The realization that Steve was on Suicide Bridge was chilling. Nice one, boys.

[@wb7596]

DAMN the filming is SO GOOD.

[@imstink9784]

This is the most slept on series on KZbin jeeeeeezzz

[@LazyGamingFTW]

yo this is pretty sick and the acting is spot on. i remember when i legit thought you guys just did whatever and it was all IRL till i started paying attention, cant wait for the final episode and whatever you do next steve

[@bruitfats]

steve walking away from the bridge was the biggest relief i've ever felt. the music, the argument, the fourth wall breaks all made me s w e a t and start to weep

[@andrewbunn5528]

I'm so hype for the finale, I keep thinking the next episode will be it but I honestly don't know where they're going or how they're gonna wrap everything up.

[@LiveAtLuca]

Andrew Bunn read his twitter

[@Cryzoc]

Andrew Bunn yes you are right next episode is the last of the season. Steven said it on his twitter

[@BeepBoopAudio]

This was a great episode. You all have come a long way in the past year. Your acting has improved so much and you've made a point to introduce new dynamics that keep the series interesting. It's difficult, risky, and scary to change things up from a successful format, but you guys have done a great job allowing your work to evolve. Thank you!

[@blitzie66]

Damn that scene was on key.

[@1GuyGaming]

This video is a perfect blend of being loosely scripted and improvised, while very heartfelt. And brilliantly breaking the fourth wall to make you wonder how much of it is planned.

[@SHeeeP4Life]

James better not be leaving

[@elliotbanbury6442]

OH MY GOSH THAT WAS SUICIDE BRIDGE FROM THE GHOST HUNTERS VIDEO!!! SteveN WAS GOING TO JUMP

[@vinjutasrek920]

How is this even free? I love it!

[@c4chu]

the fact that the lines between reality and fiction are so blurred in this series is absolutely genius. and the fact that you keep bringing in trouble by cage the elephant even more genius. i'm impressed bois

[@sammy_owo_]

Im gettin more n more anxious for the season finale with each episode, hype hype

[@SpaceFlye]

One of the best things about this series is the music. Can't get enough of it that sometimes I replay parts solely for the musical numbers.

[@beckyjfox]

Oh shit, y’all bringing back Trouble! It all circles back mirroring the end of Sourcefed...

[@PhantomZenix]

OH SHIT ITS THE SUICIDE BRIDGE STEVEN NO

[@Smoneey]

is that Famous Actor James Allen McCune?

[@Wessssss21]

whoa there, gotta keep the "Famous Actor" part on the down low. His agency doesn't like it lol.

[@DizRupTnz]

Nope, just James McCune, they had to retire the character FAJAM

[@chaosandwaffles5970]

Dissecting the bit and breaking the fourth wall was genius. You guys never cease to surprise me.

[@BascoDG]

Yes!!! "Trouble" by Cage the Elephant

[@Screeb0]

When Steven ominously looked over the side of the bridge to see what was down below. That was amazing. Keeps getting better with every new episode

[@AppliedGats]

Stevie boy's taste in music continues to impress me!

[@jargolikardeenan]

omg i actually couldn't tell if that argument was fake

[@gracmasn]

hi yes steven went to the suicide bridge that was in the ghost hunters video and thats 110% not okay

[@yakamoose]

Two things: 1. FAJAM dropping some mad wisdom. 2. Holy crap, this got so meta! I’m so impressed.

[@Jmc60000]

Dollar Shave Club saving chicken boy from selling his body on the streets yet again

[@funnr]

Breesus Tagpro all praise dsc

[@serialkilla128]

I'm so glad you guys used that song, literally the perfect band to throw you right in the feels

[@seankaila]

This made me sad

[@agwe]

This could either be dub because it was obvious, or dumb because I'm overthinking it, but initially my thought process was that James would be the good, Steve the bad, and Cib the idiot. But by the end, Steve's tendency to grasp at outlandish hopes as well as his hard headed nature made him the idiot, and James's dreams clouded his view of reality, leading him to strongly consider betraying the group, making him the bad. The theme of chasing goals is apparent, and I think that this helps display Cib's goal of being seen as equal, this is also backed by the only other time Cib has "broken the 4th wall," when he killed Parker, because this was also Cib acting out as a result of being treated as less than. These sort of role reversals can often feel very forced, even in high budget professional productions, but the writing in this was incredible, and none of the changes felt the slightest bit unnatural, at least to me, who has watched every video by Steve on the day it was uploaded since the Minecraft days. You guys did an incredible job on this, I'm looking forward to the finale.

[@thomascurtis889]

NO THAT IS SUICIDE BRIDGE (ghost hunt episode) AND STEVE WAS LOOKING DOWN OFF IT DON'T YOU DARE!

[@JuliaBambooliaASMR]

I thought the same thing when I first watched this episode long ago and was wondering if anyone else noticed!!!

[@nicknasty6369]

the way this show blurs the lines between reality and the show itself is just really fucking good like you really have to watch the podcast sometimes to really pick apart what's going on and I honestly love it

[@dukeofhp]

Wow things got real.

[@Jerome-iwnl]

This episode is amazing, I really love how this could technically have happened. This is also really well shot, and the acting was also great, Cib especially.

[@mdr48371]

I didn't even know Cib was pregnant.

[@kickslinging]

This was absolutely incredible. This rivals actual full blown TV productions for character development and story. I really hope all you guys realise how fucking talented you all.