The Proper Channels. Your thoughts?

Hello. Salutations!
Going through the proper channels is defined as “using the correct procedure, especially within a hierarchy or bureaucracy.”
Polices and procedure can be very complicated especially in these turbulent times fraught with major shifts within the real estate market and economic uncertainty.
If you have any comments about these “Proper Channels”, a topic that the young folk or even general audiences would have no interest in whatsoever, I would be honored to view them here.
WINK
Oh, and I wasn’t winking. I suffer from a rare eye condition that stems from eating too many papayas on a Wednesday.
WINK
Thank you for watching.

[@Calebtrain]

The Proper Channels is gushing with personality, and the combined efforts of all talents involved really come together so magnificently. I always have so much fun watching your productions.

[@Enterprisingengine93]

Thank you for making the logo and the fantastic thumbnail, and thank you for watching! I have wanted to do something with lightning bolts for a long time. Your contributions really took the spirit to the next level!

[@thestoic9f444]

What was at the time of recording nothing more than improving/riffing, Butch's "Rolling on the River" reference during the post credits scene is all the more sentimental now following Tina Turner's passing...

[@TheLittleWesternDuo]

I said this during the premiere, but the sequence of Skarloey and Rheneas testing the buffers set to “Hit Me With Your Best Shot” was so creative and well shot. Honestly the song references and choices were all great and perfect for the story! Honestly this might be one of my favorite episodes you’ve made.

[@sidekickjason]

These definitely are uncertain economic times 😂 The episode was absolutely fantastic! The music choices took it to the next level. I was absolutely floored by those tracking animation shots! Those must've taken ages to get right! Really phenomenal work! This is definitely top-tier Enterprising Engines. I can't wait to see what's next!

[@GTSHProductions]

I can’t even lie. It was awesome seeing Sir Handel, my favorite character, play the trumpet, my first instrument I’ve been playing for nearly a decade. Easily the highlight for me. Rest of the episode is bursting with creativity and ambition as well. Skipping the gym was worth it 🔥🔥🔥

[@CrayonEater64]

I love the custom faces on the engines! Never seen such good faces on wooden railway models before.

[@Enterprisingengine93]

Thank you! They were sculpted by Mavis M. and painted by Ryatron 12 !

[@gabrielmoreau96]

Now that's what I call using the proper channels. Just finished sitting down and watching this gem of an episode. I enjoyed every single moment of it. I loved how you used complex topics including protocols and procedures. Using real world/life and work concepts is never out of the ordinary for a Thomas story and is always an interesting concept to play around with. The writing, direction, voice acting, humour, music (with special appearance and performance by Pat Benatar), animation, and special effects were spot on as always. You and your team should be immensely honoured and proud of delivering this episode. Season 0 never ceases to amaze. Can't wait to see what the next story brings to the table.

[@JakeStaffin]

The Proper Channels might be my favorite video you've ever made. Such a fun story with tons of personality, and amazing visuals with the set designs and locations. The musical number was a ton of fun to see as well. The narrow gauge characters have such a great dynamic together that I can't imagine your series without them. Brilliant work as always and looking forward to whatever you have coming!!

[@GingerPercy]

Finally had time to watch the episode. Loved it! For all the spectacle and mystery your series is known for, it's great that you still make time for a nice slice of life story. Also the soundtrack rocks my socks!!!!1!

[@onetrackmind3558]

I love The Proper Channels! It was great and I remember the music when I was younger. Memories.

[@TrevortheTrainFan]

I thought the episode was overall great! My favorite bit was the fact that the names of Skarloey and Rheneas mean “Lake in the Woods” and “Divided Waterfall”, as well as the climactic crash where the two engines fall into the water due to the insecure buffers. I also want to point out that I am SICK and TIRED of the KZbin Kids thing because it wouldn’t let me express my thoughts on your greatest works!

[@alanabyss9246]

Proteus’s guitar solo was the best thing ever

[@NolanTheTugboat]

I loved Julian Rissetto as George the Steamroller. Julian is George Carlin reborn. Absolutely perfect casting on your part, Matt!

[@DuckShowStudios]

I just watched The Proper Channels and it was amazing! I liked Rheneas and Skarloy. I liked how Skarloy and Rheneas crashed in to a lake in the woods and a divied watterfall. The Proper Chanels is cool and creative! I also liked how you used that scream sound effect at the end. Hope you have a great day!

[@brentgibson8198]

Storyline: good Animation: good Scenery: amazing Music: amazing Credits: perfect so that’s what I think about proper channels

[@bluespino2024]

Quite a good episode! I liked all of the VAs’ performances, the production values were top notch, and the cover of Hit Me With Your Best Shot was AWESOME! I still can’t get it out of my head! 9.2/10

[@thesudriclegend3781]

Unfortunately I missed the premier because KZbin decided the reminder I set wasn’t important, I made sure to check I was watching the proper channel as well… That joke not funny a second time? Oh well. This episode was great! The visuals were stunning as always and props to everyone who worked on the faces! The comedy is on point as always, Proteus’ bit in the montage was a surprise that got me cackling a lot. Speaking of which every song reference in this is a treat. I’ve gone this long without talking about the characters how? Skarloey and Rheneas were fun throughout and the extra bits of everyone else were a delight. This whole episode was really something I needed to brighten my mood after a rough time. Well done Matt! It’s great to see the return of your series and I look forward to whatever the future holds for it!

[@Vincente22]

This is such a good strategy i need to see everyone doing this

[@Enterprisingengine93]

Gosh dang it I hope this works better than cursing!!

[@StationGuyGabe9821]

I’ve got to say I loved the episode. It really brought me back to simpler times when I was younger and first discovered your series. Thanks for still making these and putting smiles on peoples faces

[@ThomasLover]

Just watched this and I have to say this was a really well made and thought out video about the Skarloey Engines. Especially love the music references that I listen to the radio (95.7 FM The Jet; in my area). Just seems to fit in the CGI-era.

[@EdwardsDayOut]

I loved this episode! One of my favorites by far now! I love all the little references, whether they be Thomas related or not! I must say, you’ve got good taste in music!

[@Enterprisingengine93]

You have to thank the Stoic 9F for getting Tina Turner in there! That was all improv

[@hillhog8805]

It was great, funny, and I loved the closup of Rheneas when he was falling! Can't wait for more from you!

[@percythesmallengine6525]

Matt, your stories are awesome as always, loved how such a silly concept looked quite realistic thanks to the character interactions and amazing model work! Also, hearing classic bangers in Thomas related properties always gets a chuckle out of me

[@Bulbasaur617]

It's fantastic. Love the story here. Great to see the little old engines helping out with this task. Even if it looks silly. Also like the montage sequence here. Especially the song used here. A fantastic job here. Keep up the great work and take care!

[@Enterprisingengine93]

Thank you very much!

[@dagrounderzone1307]

I love how you turn a basic sounding story into something fun and enjoyable

[@ttteclassic2994]

I loved the episode (and this video). Love to see the continued welcome of rock into the series. Annie C and the others did great with this. I did miss Rheneas’ old voice though.

[@ttteclassic2994]

Oh and the unintended Tina Turner reference was funny as well.

[@legominecraftrailway7404]

Duncan with the slate trucks on the roof is the funniest thing

[@oliviaturner7002]

10 / 10 LOVE IT I WANT MORE PLEASE

[@noahcarlosthenumber12engin38]

This was a nice watch, also it took watching this to make me realize how Sir Handel in these videos feel similar to Eric Cartman

[@RickVG02]

Can I start a petition for Matt making a second channel with content like him just shouting at a camera while standing in a river and just Matt doing random funny video's like this?

[@UsefulEngine11]

I don't know why but with this episode in particular you really got things back down to basics if you view it like an actual episode in the actual series then again it does take place a couple years before the series really begins so I guess it does make sense on that level. Also I have to ask what happened to Mel Shiri as Rheneas of course don't get me wrong Ciremi did an excellent job for this episode. Other than that I'm looking forward to seeing the next season 0 episode and the big season 2 project! Also thanks for the proper definition on the proper channels.

[@theblackleafninja3858]

I loved it I never expected skarloey to do something so reckless also proteus appearing is my favorite part

[@Enterprisingengine93]

I think once George got in his smokebox, he wasn’t trying hard enough, and then accidentally put a little too much “oomph” into it later

[@traingame2.053]

I thought it was ok, I’m a big advocate for more comedy in the Thomas fandom to go against the constant flow of edgy and dark content. Proper channels had gag after gag that would make the strongest of rws purists crack a smile. Sure it was goofy and really something different but it was pure ee93 energy.

[@Enterprisingengine93]

Thank you! I was hoping this would have some levity and make people smile. I’m glad you enjoyed it

[@DukeOfBenreBay]

We really must channel our efforts into one stream in order to bring a wave of newfound power to bring the rains down upon the turbulent place our current world finds itself in, for if we dont we will sea many a flood of great injustice loch'ed into our future.

[@nicholasdunn4773]

I love how much proteus was in this one

[@Arkay315]

I liked it.

[@jamesthomas5109]

Brilliantly done Matt, big thanks to you and the voice actors too. Wouldnt mind voicing a character in future videos if you want? Best wishes. 🇬🇧 🙏 🇺🇸

[@the_autism_express]

I thought the scene with Proteus floating down the river was pretty funny

[@Thatonetrainfan92]

Amazing

[@TPJ.]

Bro's got papaytis, and I thought I was the only one

[@kevinkeenan-2.1]

I love the new scenes where you film your videos, keep it up 👍🏻.

[@thescottishtwins910]

I never thought I’d see Matt Michaud on a motorcycle but the day has come

[@ryguy1071]

As always another smashing hit EE93! see what I did there... because hitting the buffers and smashing them... ok I'll stop

[@ryanmoberley7452]

You're lucky to have clear channels in New Jersey that go in straight lines with the flow, here in Northwest Indiana, most of those kinds of channels are tight, curvy, and heavily filled with fallen trees and thorn bushes

[@timthetenderengine2495]

I thought that it was silly. Not in a bad way, but a fun way. It was a very fun story

[@percyfan1006]

I loved it, it brings out a Season 4 vibe in that episode, well done man.

[@DieselD7101]

I loved The Proper Channels. It told a story that while silly in concept, was genius in its execution.

[@Enterprisingengine93]

Chase and Jason helped me a lot with the script to make sure that we could walk that fine line. Thank you for watching!

[@DieselD7101]

@@Enterprisingengine93 You’re welcome!

[@Poplar70bodiam]

I loved it so Much it’s was amazing

[@whisperingwaterfall01]

I absolutely loved Proper Channels!!! Not sure what else to write as everyone has pretty much said what I think, a very fun episode with great music.

[@Enterprisingengine93]

Thank you so much!

[@whisperingwaterfall01]

@@Enterprisingengine93 No, thank you! Your one of my favorite creators in the community and watching the stories you and your voice actors is always a very special treat!

[@JollyGoodIdeaFilms]

This is like a fever dream for me

[@Killdane]

Matt, you are one of the most outgoing and talented people. The whole concept of this is amazing. I just imagined this whole thing you said here, but it’s just Dodge. Your video was incredible, and the scene where the jet fell off, was just hilarious!

[@winnerd6766]

It was awesome!

[@hyperstaredits3521]

I think I was halfway into the episode I had to say it is amazing

[@cyber3659]

I loved it!

[@BottomOfTheBarrelProductions]

I don't know much but I like rivers

[@Enterprisingengine93]

Rolling, rolling, rolling on the River

[@TTNPStudio]

Want to know what I'm thinking? Why happened to my copy of "Buffer Bashing"?

[@Enterprisingengine93]

Buffer Bashing but Pat Benatar

[@Ryder-a-Blaze]

Skarloey and Rheneas were a bit out of character when they bashed through the buffers but I did enjoy the episode

[@Enterprisingengine93]

Rusty did tell them to give those buffers a proper test 😅

[@dylanlyles9453]

Amazing episode as always, Matt! To quote Tamatoa from Moana "You keep surprising me". Keep up the good work! 👍👍👍

[@popularpaxton1827]

Pretty good episode. It’s not every day that someone makes a video regarding safety on the railway. That did help to make this episode more interesting. I’m curious about why this takes place before July 2000. The only thing from the TV show that happened in 2000 was Magic Railroad which isn’t canon to your series. And season 5 of the TV show happened in 1998 UK and 1999 US. And season 6 didn’t come until 2002. I was pleasantly surprised to see my name in the credits under customs. Hope finishing work on the next season 0 episode goes well. :)

[@Enterprisingengine93]

Hey man! Thank you so much. I can't forget your help with the slate trucks and the narrow gauge rolling stock. So I have some crazy news. I changed my mind. Magic Railroad is canon to my series, but in a slightly different form...

[@popularpaxton1827]

@@Enterprisingengine93 ooh. I see. I may have some theories on how it’s connected. The post credits scene has me mighty suspicious.

[@JustinFrazier_360]

It's fantastic

[@abbeyroadfan94-J.P]

amazing work as always Matt

[@MrDankEngine1999]

It was a great narrow gauge story!

[@BillandBenProductions6792]

It’s really amazing

[@billyjordan8588]

It was amazing cheers to the props Matt

[@that-D.T.S.-bloke]

i like The Proper channels, I could defiantly tell a lot of work and care went in to it, also really liked the effects work

[@TPJ.]

Yeah could I get a gallon of big mac sauce and a small fry please

[@Enterprisingengine93]

Would you like to upgrade to a mighty medium meal? It's only 7.99 more

[@TPJ.]

Not today, my thomas and the stinky cheese fanny pack can only carry so much

[@theclickbaitmasster]

Proper channels was amazing and this video is hilarious

[@Alessandro_Gorini]

At the minute 2:47 PROTEUS

[@Alessandro_Gorini]

And 4:18

[@Alessandro_Gorini]

And 6:00 PS that is my favorite part

[@Alessandro_Gorini]

And 8:30

[@Alessandro_Gorini]

And 13:11 PS I think that the story would have worked better with sir Handel and Peter Sam because it feels out of character for skarloey and rheneas

[@Leonardo-cw1dd]

the episode was fantastic but taking the proper channel indeed is tedious

[@wildwind413]

That’s right, stick it to the algorithm

[@Lindenify1010]

It good

[@ImJustStar]

Would you dogs be interested in some bagels?

[@Enterprisingengine93]

Perhaps, but I'm actually part of this gang called the Kool Kats of Baguettes

[@MR1FLYINGPIG]

*snap snap snap snap snap*

[@shocksound9]

Question: Are the new Skarloey and Rheneas faces the interchangeable, or do you, for example, have two separate Skarloeys, one with a smile and one worried?

[@Enterprisingengine93]

Oh yes! Just like their TVS models, they are interchangeable and held on with sticky tack

[@shocksound9]

That’s so cool! I always thought it would be cool if they made wooden railway engines like that.

[@AbbeyYard]

Where's the ship's boiler piece from?

[@Enterprisingengine93]

I believe a brand called Chooch Enterprises

[@isaacshomemadevideos85]

Do you have the Dodge and Rickety lines all set for me?

[@Enterprisingengine93]

I sent you an email about it. I need additional clarification on all of the singing that's required

[@jeremiahsisaias8677]

I was laughing so hard when Skarloey and Rheneas fell down the waterfall because I just knew that the both of them were going to crash themselves eventually...😂❤👍 I describe the video as HIT Era Skarloey and Rheneas done right in a nutshell. I also got to love Duncan being a pouty Scottish boi... 😎 Who made Skarloey, Rheneas and Rusty's clay faces?

[@Enterprisingengine93]

Thank you for watching! Please tell me you don’t think they act like Michael Brandon’s nasally god awful voices of them. Simon and Eric did too good a job to be compared to that haha Skarloey and Rheneas’ faces were sculpted by Mavis M, and all the faces were painted by Ryatron 12. Rexecutions did a 3D design of Rusty’s faces

[@jeremiahsisaias8677]

@@Enterprisingengine93Yes, but Skarloey is the one with better braincells for how dumb it is to check random sets of buffers by running into them at different speeds. If this was during Skarloey and Rheneas' first years on Sodor it would be interesting.

[@Enterprisingengine93]

@@jeremiahsisaias8677 I see. What I was going for was that the procedure was silly, but skarloey and rheneas wanted to make the best of the bad situation by helping their friend. It was only when George got into their smoke boxes that they started getting sloppy.

[@onetrackmind3558]

What was the joke with Skarloey and Rhenaus? I didn't get it at the end.

[@Enterprisingengine93]

In the sudric language, Skarloey’s name means “lake in the the woods” and rheneas means “divided waterfall.”

[@onetrackmind3558]

​@@Enterprisingengine93wow 😂. That's clever.

[@oliverhood1732]

Does Proper Channels mean changing the channels on TV?

[@Enterprisingengine93]

It has a few meanings in this episode! It could mean changing the channels of a tv / radio, going through the proper channels of bureaucracy (the railway board), and also channels as in bodies of water, since there is a lot of water in this episode 😅

[@PlayDontPause]

Personally, I find the proper channels to be a needless distraction in the overall goings on in our society. It's just a way for those in charge to say they're fixing the problems of the common folk, while at the same time not doing anything of substance. Oh, wait. You meant the EPISODE 'The Proper Channels'? Oh dear...this is awkward. Uhhhhhhh...it good!

[@jamesdresner8917]

What's the channels about

[@Braydontheconfidentengine76]

Bro's about to become P.T Boomer

[@user-gc8vi8gx3e]

Hi

[@coolenergygamingvlogs36]

Wait you owned a motorcycle

[@fox-jake8784]

Proper channels was a good episode, but in my opinion, I feel it would've been better if it was more of a Duncan episode and he redeems himself in the end and learns to take responsibility rather than blame everyone or everything for his problems.

[@Enterprisingengine93]

Thank you! I appreciate that. I hoped that Duncan volunteering to help Rusty at the end would serve as a redemption, but maybe it needed more dialogue to send that point home