To Niche or not to Niche; that is the Question

For me, KZbin is a fascinating world where I can learn anything, from fixing a toilet to fixing my video. Self-help, self reliance, how to, inspiration and perspiration...it's all there...and it's free! University education? Who needs one...just surf KZbin for all the answers. I've literally taught myself most everything about creating a KZbin channel and how to make it thrive. However, the one question I'm super-confused on is the subject of "finding your niche"... to niche or not? That's the question...and I hope my KZbin subscribers and viewers can help me find the answer. Thanks for all your continued support...and Merry Christmas from the History Mystery Man!

[@curtstenz3650]

Don, also as to not watching a complete video, sometimes things just pop up where I need to stop watching to take care of something urgent. Its' not because of uninterest.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

No worries...I understand completely. Hell I wouldn't watch some of them all the way through. Thanks again! HMM

[@billdittman680]

I’m 62 years old and I enjoy your content although I can see how many younger folks probably don’t. That being said keep it all coming from the Edmund Fitzgerald, all the way through the auto racing ! Merry Christmas and I’m looking forward to another great year of information from your KZbin page.

[@paulhootisn848]

My 12, 10, and 8 yr old love it. Especially the Fitzgerald stories.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks for your encouragement and info...so helpful and so appreciated. HMM

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Seriously?! Ain't that something! Thanks Paul...for sharing that. Wish them a Merry Christmas from the History Mystery Man...HMM

[@pamelab5690]

Yes, keep doing what you are doing!! I love history!!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Pamela! So appreciated. Happy holidays...HMM

[@chuckg6039]

Hi Don. First, hope you have a very, very Merry Christmas. You put out some great food for thought in this video. I was lucky enough to enjoy the Eldora 4-Crown up in Turn 4 with you, my lady Jen, and that young boy you mentioned in your video. Certainly a fun and special evening for me! As you know Don, you hit upon 3 of my favorite hobby passions: Great Lakes Ships, Racing, and Small Town America coupled with history. Geez, for me I enjoy everything you produce. Literally everything. Selfishly for me, I don't want you to change a thing. Oh sure, better equipment would be nice....and just might improve the experience. But again for me, I had zero issues with what you've done. I'm so caught up in the content, I honestly don't even think about anything else. I'm serious. I recommend just continue doing what makes Don happy. When you stray from that, I think you'll loose the spark....and it'll become like a job! You don't want that. I do see the point you made about some who subscribe for racing content....getting a bit upset having to watch say ships. Sure you could limit yourself to one subject, but that would be a big mistake in my judgement. Why, because you enjoy more....more passions. I'm with you on your quandary. It's not easy. Once again, do what makes Don the happiest. Only you can answer that. I can't, no one else can. Continued success in 2024 and beyond. Chuck and Jen in Columbus

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks again Chuck. You make a great point on the possibility of losing the spark. Given the time I continually put into this...if I got away from some of my core interests, I could see me getting into the 'struggle mode' and/or a good old-fashioned rut... so thanks for that. I've always appreciated your wise input, and always grateful for it. Merry Christmas to you and Jen...a safe one too! See you at the track...HMM

[@robertayers9424]

" For everything there is a season ". A quote from the Bible. The mixture of your content is what keeps me coming back and hanging out. Along with the way you tell the story. I appreciate the entertainment and insight you continue to provide. I look forward to your future journeys. As always Happy Trails too you , til we meet again!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thank you, Robert. I love that quote from the Bible; thanks for sharing it here. You have been with me nearly from the start...and I appreciate you greatly. Merry Christmas ole friend...HMM

[@jefferyrevel8318]

I’m 39 and I really enjoy your content. As far as the niches I’m much more into racing than history. I do however like getting a little bit of history of the small towns that are home to the racetracks that you visit. Especially like seeing the drive through town. At the track anything behind the scenes gets my attention. You’re pit interviews are my favorite, you ask interesting questions. Some ideas for your future stories to tell- those who work tshirt trailers, concession stands, track prep. Driver spouses/partners, race directors. I think iPhone quality is solid. Thanks for the videos!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Jeffery! I appreciate your truth...so much great info here. Cool...you like those small town drive-throughs...first I'd heard that one. You know...I've wanted to do those outside stories...the trailers, concession stands, track prep...all that stuff. I love telling those stories. I want to do more of it for sure. Those folks deserve the coverage too. When I go that route, I hope people watch it...thanks! HMM

[@stevenbuis4490]

Your phone does a great job. I am 75 and really enjoy your videos about dirt drivers from 1950-1970’s and today’s young men and women trying to make it. Keep doing what you want to do. If you build it they will come. Merry Christmas and happy New Year. May you be blessed with continued good health.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thank you Steven...I'm glad to hear from you again. Your ongoing encouragement is a serious bonus! Merry Christmas...HMM

[@paulhootisn848]

Racing, history and boats. I’m all in. More Darrell, and more old driver interviews. Merry Christmas, Paul (47)

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

I'll take that advice! And thanks for sending it...HMM

[@timklawon2973]

I enjoy all your content but you did get me interested in maritime and especially the Fitz! I would have never known that you didn't use high tech equipment until you just told us. You do a great job!!!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Tim...so appreciated. HMM

[@chrisheinen9628]

Keep doing what your doing. Let your Audience decide.👍

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Sounds like good advice. And if they don't decide on one or the other...I'll just march on as is...thanks Chris. HMM

[@elmer7221]

I started following your channel because of my love of auto racing, but also enjoy the variety of other subject matter you cover. Don’t let the let the “experts” dissuade your from following your gut instinct. I enjoy your videos and look forward to future episodes in 2024 and beyond!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

I'll but that...thanks Elmer! Merry Christmas my friend...HMM

[@craiglarson5885]

Thank you for the Christmas message. I think you are a great communicator. I understand the concept of having a niche. I've never studied maritime history before, even through I'm only 2 hours away from Duluth/Superior. Those videos peaked my interest enough to want to start visiting some of the museums in the great lakes region. I never even knew that I might be remotely interested in this topic until watching those videos about the Fitz. I've watched a few of the other videos, but keep gravitating back to the ones covering the Fitz. Other content creators in your situation that cover more than one topic have separate channels for each area of interest. That keeps things organized, and you would most likely build a larger audience in aggregate by covering these topics in separate channels. I look forward to viewing more of your content in 2024. Have a great holiday season!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Craig...I so appreciate your valuable input. I'm listening; I can assure you that. Honestly, I just don't have the umph to start separate channels...what I'm doing now uses up all of me. I'll probably just stay as is...come what may. However, your message of separating the channels makes perfect sense...and a great idea. I'm planning a trip to your area in 2024...to Duluth and Superior...Whitefish Point of course too. Merry Christmas! HMM

[@danielmcfadden1]

My advice would be to just keep doing what you’re doing, I’ve never believed in putting limits on myself, if you have ideas, try them…. And I will say that you’ve certainly drawn me into the maritime videos, but some of your interests are definitely similar to mine, like the racing or Gettysburg, my wife and I visited Gettysburg several years ago, I would love to go back! So much amazing history there!! Keep up the great work and I really look forward to what you have in store in the coming days, I really appreciate what you are doing!!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks again, Daniel! Alway appreciated. Gettysburg never gets old for me. I spent four days there this summer...and brought back a ton of video...and never aired any of it, thinking nobody would care, but thanks for your encouragement. Stop by anytime. Merry Christmas to you and yours...HMM

[@jennyramirez2679]

Your niche is "history" be that maritime history, auto racing history, or war time history. You are a great story teller and that is what brings people to your channel. Keep doing you, and we'll keep following you on this journey. Merry Christmas.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Holy Toledo! I never really thought of it quite that way...history being the niche. That mindset helps...Thanks Jenny...Merry Christmas. HMM

[@copescale9599]

Learning You Tube together channel.

[@elizabethorsillo7187]

I’m a Gen X-er who enjoys your content. Although I’d be interested in your upcoming videos in the coming new year, I’d say to just keep doing what you’re doing. I like to see a variety of topics. I follow other KZbin channels that also show a variety of topics. Merry Christmas and keep up the good work!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Elizabeth...so appreciated. How interesting...to hear from GenX...so glad you're here...stop by anytime. Merry Christmas! HMM

[@jackthomas5743]

Please don’t change the content. I enjoy all of it. The stories and you the storyteller are the reasons I enjoy your channel. Merry Christmas

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Jack...I appreciate your feedback. Merry Christmas! HMM

[@rogerozdarski2935]

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year HMM! As being one of the "old dogs", I love your videos. Please don't change what you do. With you doing what you do you make it so very interesting. Don't change a thing! Be who you are and keep make these outstanding videos. I even rewatch them. Can't wait to see what you have in store for us in 2024. Again Merry Christmas and a Happy and safe New Year!!!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks again, my friend. You've been with me just about all the way through...and I greatly appreciate you. And Lordy...thanks for rewatching! There should be an award for that! HMM

[@rogerozdarski2935]

@@HistoryMysteryMan thank you for the kind words!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Always...@@rogerozdarski2935

[@user-kg6ei5hp2z]

I’m 52, I grew up in Fayette County, Indiana. And have transplanted in Preble County, Ohio. I first video that caught my attention was the story about the Union County (Liberty Indiana) Speedway. I have enjoyed all of the videos. I enjoy the racing, the small town, and I’ve learned so much about the Edmund Fitzgerald then I never knew. So keep up what you’re doing! The better 🎤 will be helpful. Not complaining, just giving feedback. Well done, young man!! Keep it up!!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

No worries...I appreciate all of your feedback! You are absolutely correct...if I can improve my audio, it will be a step in the right direction. Merry Christmas my friend...HMM

[@alanquintus2069]

Keep doing what you're doing. No experts needed

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Now there's a relief! Because I ain't no expert either. Thanks Alan...HMM

[@BennyBunghole-tk7ts]

The Fitzgerald brought me here, but I'm also a fan of dirt track racing so I think it's great. Doug Wolfgang "The Wolf" was my favorite driver as a kid.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks for your feedback, Benny. May I tried to get an interview with Wolfgang...was willing to drive all the way out to South Dakota, or wherever he is...but he's not interested...got a flat 'no' on that one. Merry Christmas! HMM

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

"Man" I tried I meant...

[@abelw71]

We are 57 and look forward and watch all the content you provide. Although I'm into the open wheel aspect of your channel you provide interesting diversity.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Understood...thanks for sharing your feedback...so appreciated. Happy New Year! HMM

[@tomfuller7401]

Don, What's old saying? Variety is the spice of life. That's what I enjoy about your u tube channel. Keep up the good work. Merry Christmas and a great New Year.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks again Tom...enjoyed our chat on the phone. Merry Christmas my friend...HMM

[@PrimeMoverVideos]

The joy as a content creator comes from things YOU love and enjoy ect. Also from shooting that video and photos and then editing it all together to create YOUR piece of work. Now folks can subscribe and watch what interests them, whether it's racing or the Fitz ect. But never change who you are, your interests or your videos. Because when you do then you become a slave to the algorithm, beholden to the naysayers ect. You make fantastic videos, your personable, interesting, well spoken and enjoyable to watch. Share it all and folks will watch what they watch. Just be true to your interests and style and so on.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Whoa! This may be some of the best advice I've ever received...thanks for your feedback and encouragement! And that's just how I see it in regards to creating. I bring back a go-zillion video clips and then the timeline on the editor becomes the canvas while I rearrange the paint/clips into a story. "A slave to the algorithm" ... no truer words. Thanks again...and Merry Christmas. HMM

[@PrimeMoverVideos]

@@HistoryMysteryMan Merry Christmas to you as well, and you're very welcome.

[@BARRYMCOCKINER94]

I’m 29, live in Michigan and I am a major gear head. I love cars/trucks bikes and I have always been fascinated with ship wrecks. I enjoy your content bud 👍🏻

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks for your feedback Barry...glad you're out there. HMM

[@martyengland1964]

Hello from New Zealand! I started watching your channel for the racing content new and old but it’s been a real education for me on the other content. I knew nothing if the Great Lakes and very little on small town USA. Certainly know a lot more now and appreciate your work. I watch mainly on my phone so I’m not sure improved video is a thing I need but I imagine you can see how your content is mostly viewed which will guide your future investment. As far as experts, my experience in the digital world is that most are learning as they go and are no more expert than people who are using the technology daily, so not sure if their advice is one I’d follow, do what you love doing and that will shine through. Keep up the great work 👍🏼

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Marty...I'm grateful to hear from you, all the way from New Zealand. You're right about 'learning as they go..." I know I certainly learn as I go. Thanks for your encouragement...stop by anytime! Merry Christmas from the good ole USA...HMM

[@michaelnault5905]

It's all connected. The road to here started as the road from there.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Whoa...love this! Thanks again, Michael...HMM

[@jasoncoye5321]

I started watching your channel because of the racing, but I enjoy all of your content. It’s cool because I’ve been able to see people like the Kinser’s, Sammy Swindell, and others tour my local tracks. I also enjoy your historical content. My uncle is a Titanic historian, and my mom, he, and their family grew up near the Ogdensburg, area. I’ve had a lot of interest in the big ships including the Edmund Fitzgerald, over the years. This past fall my wife and I visited Tibbett’s Point Lighthouse, in Cape Vincent, and in 10 minutes found out how fast the weather can change there. I say it’s your channel and to do what you enjoy doing. It’s nice that you do things kind of seasonally. I think in the fall racers generally like a break. In the winter to early spring it’s nice to see the interviews with drivers and mechanics. During racing season it’s nice to see current event content. Some topics will naturally interest more people than others, I think many more people would watch if they knew about your channel. I’ve seen where KZbin content creators get much more of a following by collaborating with other KZbin channels. I always look forward to your content. Merry Christmas, and keep up the great work!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Jason; I really appreciate your feedback. I like your idea of breaking up my channel seasonally; it makes sense to me, especially when I don't think I have the umph to start over with new channels . And you're absolutely right on collaborating with other channels; that's an excellent idea! Merry Christmas...thanks for your contributions! Tibbitt's Point Lighthouse must have been amazing! HMM

[@curtstenz3650]

Don, I think what you are doing and how you di it are fust fine. Like others have commented, "don't listen to the experts", just listen to your heart. I feel your production quality has improved greatly. I see no need to invest money and time in new equipment. If it ain't broke, don't fix it. You got my attention with your Karl Kinser trilogy. I often wondered just what happened to him, was he even still alive? The Allan Barr interviews were a real surprise too. Thank you, I am anticipating what you will throw at us in the future.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks kindly...so appreciate your input. "If it ain't broke, don't fix it." Always a great reminder...HMM

[@rustyreed4730]

I love you entrance song that most of your videos have.. I love watching your videos on finding old abandoned racetracks… also your Edmund Fitzgerald footage is great!! I like the history on the older things.. thanks again hmm!!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Rusty. I gotta get back into the abandoned race track thing. I hear you on the "older things" ... love me some history! HMM

[@jimgeyer3475]

Always Outstanding Commentary!!! Priceless!!!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Jim...so appreciated. Merry Christmas! HMM

[@johnyoungs1071]

Your the History Mystery Man and we enjoy ALL of your stories.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks John...greatly appreciated. HMM

[@bmwajr]

Merry Christmas 🎄. I wouldn’t subscribe if I didn’t like your videos or the subject matter. If I feel like dirt track, I get it here. If I feel like Edmund Fitzgerald, I absolutely get it here. If I feel like small town America, I get it here and have visited some of them now. Keep it up.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks kindly...so appreciated. Merry Christmas...HMM

[@amyk.labonte1364]

I love your videos. I have been telling my family about your Great Lakes Freighter videos

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Well...thanks! I appreciate your support. Happy New Year...HMM

[@robwiggins6319]

The history of shipping and racing is very interesting. It’s come so far in only a short amount of time. The fact that you’ve been doing this with a cellphone is impressive in itself! Keep doing what you’re doing and if you can upgrade some, please do!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Rob...I consider your advice sound and good. Happy New Year my friend...HMM

[@bowslap]

Don, I can’t fathom one single GOOD reason to change a bit of WHAT you do in terms of content…investing in HOW you record and present that content, however, is a FANTASTIC idea. Merry Christmas!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

You're making perfect sense bowslap; thanks for continual support. Happy New Year! HMM

[@tmayer0009]

Post the Gettysburg I was there once and it was awesome. Also keep talking to Captain Darrell. He is amazing to listen to full of knowledge as you are thank you history mystery man have a merry Christmas.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks again...I appreciate your feedback. I brought back a ton of Gettysburg footage...and never aired it. Merry Christmas! HMM

[@RAV1953]

Dear HMM, I am 70 plus yrs.old and, consider myself a student of history etc. I think your postings are very well done & very informative. As of course we all may improve on what we do, (no complaints here) I hope you will continue your (IMO) very fine work! I wish you a very MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks again, RAV1953. I always appreciate your feedback...keep it comin! I'll keep whittling away at tiny improvements. Merry Christmas my friend...HMM

[@matthewclark8474]

I enjoy that you do a variety of things! I follow racing in the summer and ships in the winter. Im 35 in upstate NY

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Matthew. I believe 35 makes you a millennial? No matter...just glad you're here. Upstate New York! That has to be one of the most beautiful areas...I love it up there! Thanks for watching...and Happy New Year! HMM

[@critterscute3642]

You are correct. You ARE the niche! I can’t imagine you having to pick one of the three areas you cover and doing just that. All the videos are enjoyable because of the way you tell the story. And the technical quality is fine too. Have a wonderful and blessed Christmas, and you just keep doing you please! 🎄😍

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Based on your instruction, full speed ahead! Thanks again, critterscute. Merry Christmas to you and yours...HMM

[@billtiritilli5271]

I like this channel you are great on maritime topics your style of racing and civil war and shipping industry is what makes you. A expert is only expert in there own mind. Keep it the same. I was born in December of 1975 it is interesting to learn what big event happened. I love history and how these things came to be don't change follow your passion. People either get it or they do not.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Wow...this one makes a lot of sense to me. An "expert is only expert in their own mind." I like that. Happy birthday! What day in December is your birthday? Thanks...HMM

[@billtiritilli5271]

@@HistoryMysteryMan Dec 30, 1975

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Dec. 27 here...@@billtiritilli5271

[@waynestock2006]

HMM, your authenticity is what I come back for over and over. Your "niche" is history. I like it because there is always something different. I love racing (I drag race more), great lakes maritime history, and just local history in general. I think you should stay with what got you to where you're at.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks again, Wayne...I appreciate your feedback. Stop by anytime, and thanks for your support. Happy New Year...HMM

[@fivecitydirttracker4776]

Im behind you all the way. Signed up for auto racing but you have opened my eyes to some great content. Dont trip HMM. Long time subscriber ✌️

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

"Don't trip"... man I love that! Thanks again...for your input. Stop by anytime...HMM

[@chrisbond6708]

Don, whomever came up with the 'niche' theory was talking bollocks. We subscribers watch you on whatever subject you choose because YOU make auto racing, GL maritime history, small-town America, or whatever, interesting. YOU are YOU!! May you have a non-niche Christmas.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Man this one means a lot! So many thanks, Chris. Merry Christmas...I'm going non-niche all the way! Based on your feedback of course! HMM

[@gjm5959]

Thanks HMM. I enjoy the vids

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks! So appreciated...HMM

[@rodstanley881]

I always watch the whole video!!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Whoa! You should receive an award for that one. Merry Christmas my friend! HMM

[@hockinghillshoneyfarm9273]

Keep doing what you're doing Don. Merry Christmas

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks...great to hear from you again! HMM

[@davidvanbrunt4233]

You do great work my friend, always look forward to your videos !!!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

So many thanks, David...HMM

[@kodykorvela7152]

You do a fantastic job Don! Always enjoy watching your videos! Keep up the good work!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Kody...so appreciated. HMM

[@TheChadSmithPodcast]

Keep going as is!! Keep doing what YOU want to do. Your subscribers are here because we find your channel interesting. If you change your channel around, it might appeal to a new audience but it won't necessarily appeal to the subscribers that already hit that subscribe button. We hit subscribe because of your work so if you just keep doing what you're doing, you'll keep who you have and gain more of the same audience. I actually dig the videos that have a lot less graphics and sound effects. Every channel has transitions and sounds effects... I'm here for the story

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks again! I appreciate your continual feedback. I'm shocked and relieved to hear you say you're here for the stories, rather than the graphics and sound effects...thank you! Merry Christmas! HMM

[@yankeeclipper4326]

I subscribed because of Captain Darrell and your Great Lakes maritime videos. I would like to see a lot more of that. You don't have to limit yourself to just one subject. You can separate all your videos into playlists and address your "niches" with that. I have no interest in cars or racing, but I love all of the history mystery content (especially with Capt. Darrell) and would love to see more of it.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks for your valuable feedback! And based on your wishes...you'll be getting more of Capt. Darrell and the maritime industry. HMM

[@Kevv554]

You're awesome doing what you're doing. I love your work. Merry Christmas!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Kevv554...so appreciated. HMM

[@TobinJohns]

Don you do great keep it up.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Tobin...always appreciated. HMM

[@FastKiwiBoss]

A Merry Xmas 2023 and Happy New Year from around the world Don, a pleasure to have met you and this Kiwi(New Zealand) luvs all your content, from dirt Speedway, Great Lakes, Small Town America, American History, it’s all fantastic. What makes your videos interesting is YOU, its your personality that does it, and yeah its probably a Baby Boom thing? but I see young people taking interest! Your auto racing interviews have made relative unknown people more famous, Rolle Beale, Frank Smith, Allen Barr(RIP), CJ Rayburn, Jack Hewitt and many others, you told their stories and its now and forever on(or in) the internet world. Your Karl Kinser footage is my favourite and what a character he is, plus others like the Sheppard’s of Paragon, etc its all great content so don’t stop what you are doing and keep doing it "your-way" as its way better than many so called "professional" TV interviews. Dale(NZL)

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Dale...seriously some of the nicest compliments I've ever received. I like it all but especially the part about highlighting lesser known personalities. If I have a niche, it's that. Thanks for noticing. Merry Christmas ole freind! HMM

[@bobsmyth9776]

Oh PLEASE be YOU .! I ENJOY YOUR VARIETY . So you were told kinda what I was told when I was 21- my Harmonica playing idol told me I was a Nothing, & I was tone deaf and I'd never play the harp. He did this in a room full of people & I coulda crawled underneath the carpet as I left that house I put my harmonicas away for 10 years- never touched my lips....A good friend encouraged me to get them out - he even said," you have what a lot of musicians wish they had- you play from the heart". Well I got em out again and I learned trying to play like OTHERS didn't work for me & when I played what I do my style-- just being Me, well- I have played with Grammy award winners, people in movies & Hall of Famers..being me.. Hint hint .. You are like a fine wine---be YOU... Your work is from your heart !!!! Not everyone uses the same spices to cook with... Be You......& God Bless

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Oh Lordy...I'm so amazed at what I get back from subscribers. This is off the charts, Bob. I love your harmonica story. Fine wine, huh? That's better than butter milk, right? Thanks for your inspiring encouraging words and the clever way you arranged them. Couldn't have been said any better. Merry Christmas...HMM

[@bobsmyth9776]

Thinking about your wonderful compliment - thank you.. I never planned on writing a comment- ok-- in fact I stoped your video before watching all of it-- my heart was led to say & share those thoughts, off the cuff....kinda like one of your posts about LEAVING the race track and that long ride home - I remember you changed some complimentary background music a few times, Blues a couple times, that live band you saw, too- variety...small towns in America-- hello, the back bone of our country, ( wasn't about racing), I think you attended a funeral and blessed us with some of Your Journey (s)..& the Edmund Fitzgerald, that was So So Close to the source presented in such a class act way, I lived in the U. P when it went down and I messaged someone who loved up there then took, we had wonderful chats, I remember a lot more about this world thru You . I've never felt a scripted written out dialog from your posts, off the cuff & from Your Heart.. Merry Christmas and We Are looking forward to what you have for us in 2024. God Bless

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks again Bob; I'm grateful for your meaningful contributions. I appreciate your remembered reflections regarding my work. Happy New Year my friend...HMM@@bobsmyth9776

[@elroyelblander6277]

👍👍ill second whatever everyone else said feller 👍👊

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Ha! Thanks for the seconds! HMM

[@genedwg6689]

Do things that interest you, that way you research and tell the stories that fascinate you. Your enthusiasm for the subject is contagious. Don’t worry about the “niche”, do what you enjoy !

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks for your feedback...so appreciated! Stop by anytime...HMM

[@ronyantz7349]

I enjoy all topics discussed! I'm a huge auto racing fan! Civil War topics, Great lake shipping topics! I have some ideas for content like the wreck of Marquette Bessemer no.2 which hasn't been found! Or auto racing topics upstate Ny . The perfect topic would be the Richie Evans story ! And the. Legendary racing battles between him and Jerry Cook, Jeff Bodine, . Maynard Troyer story! The great Jimmy Shampine and the super mods of Oswego Speedway! Just some ideas I have HHM.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks again, Ron...I love your ideas! Especially the Richie Evans story. The Bessemer...another good one! I'd also like to dig into the Big Block Mods on Dirt. Fonda Speedway sounds interesting too. Merry Christmas...HMM

[@LyleJr]

Keep 'em all coming, I've enjoyed all your videos since I found ya. Also see the SPEED tv signage in background. Took my now wife to Bristol in '07 and got on Speed with her sign "Nascar isn't Nascar without SPEED" and had Jimmy, Kenny and the other folks all sign it.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Oh that's cool! You talking Kenny Schrader, Wallace? Thanks for watching! HMM

[@LyleJr]

@@HistoryMysteryMan Kenny "Herminator" Wallace

[@LyleJr]

Rutledge Wood too my wife just reminded me

[@user-vt1zb4gt2m]

Don, you ARE the niche. I enjoy all the facets of your content even tho my heart is the racing aspect. That is imo the true test. The racing is great, yes, but I enjoy the variety just as much. Your ability to do what you do with just a cell phone is nothing short of amazing. Continue what you currently do. You ARE the niche !

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thank you so much...so appreciated. Merry Christmas my friend...HMM

[@user-vt1zb4gt2m]

Merry Christmas to you as well Don !

[@donmcnally9063]

Merry Christmas! Keep it up! Love your channel because you tell different stories!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks again, Don...always appreciated. Merry Christmas my friend...HMM

[@edwarddonohue6396]

You won’t know until you try HMM. Mix it up. It’s your world, stay true to your self ❤

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Whoa...this sounds like damn-good advice; thanks for sharing it, Edward. HMM

[@adambrothers9001]

I follow a lot of people on you tube. There’s a lot of people still using there I phone. Just need the good content and I believe you have! As for as different content I think there is a problem. I follow Daniel Arms from Arms family homestead. Sometimes there hunting,fishing, working with equipment, gardening or in Florida on the beach. I feel he is a very good creator. I know he said in videos he’s happy to help people. Maybe get in touch with him!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks for that idea, Adam...I'll check him out.

[@mathieumintz1694]

Here are some of my long, late, night rambling thoughts on this subject. I'm 33 so it sounds like I am a bit younger than your average viewer. My opinion is is keep following your passions You can't limit them. The knowledge and excitement you bring to your videos is what draws in and keeps the audience engaged. Personally, I mainly come for the maritime videos since I am from just north of you in Monroe county so I find the tales of the Great Lakes shipping extremely interesting, but I am also a history nerd like you so I enjoy your history films as well, and if there is a video on a subject I am not interested in I will pass on watching it. To me, it doesn't matter if you do a thousand videos in a row with Capt. Darryl or a bunch of racing or a different subject. If you enjoy what you are doing that is what matters. Just keep learning, expanding your knowledge and have fun that's what matters. Your niche is who you are and how you cover a topic. You don't need to focus on one thing just because the "Experts" say so, if you focus on what you enjoy success will come. Just remember, you can please some of the people all of the time but you can't please all of the people all of the time. Just keep on the path your following on, you're doing great.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

So many thanks! I sure am glad you stayed up late to put your thoughts together on this one. There is a lot of wisdom in what you say, and I appreciate you taking the time to say it. It helps a lot. 33...whoa...so glad that you're here. Is 33 GenX or after? Thanks for your support...Happy New Year! HMM

[@mathieumintz1694]

@HistoryMysteryMan at 33 I am still considered a millennial. A few more thoughts for you. Maybe change the structure of how you post a bit. For example if you post a maritime video it could go up and Monday for a Maritime Monday (except for the month of November then it is different with all of the shipwrecks covered) choose a day when racing videos go up etc etc with your different topics covered. I've found when other channels do that I find myself going to their page hoping for a video post then clicking on something else that catches my eye. Also remember, unlike the people that make it big playing games, your fan base is here for a wider variety of topics so to limit yourself to one thing is to exclude a wide variety of people, and your page is built off of history. All of your videos have at least some basis of history in them so you're still within your "niche" on this platform. If you keep doing what you're doing you'll eventually hit that 100k subscriber mark, just make sure you keep asking people to like subscribe and share your videos for the whole algorithm thing. Happy New Year

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

I consider this extremely valuable advice, and I'm grateful to receive it. "Maritime Monday" ... I love that! Thanks for your contributions...so appreciated. Happy New Year my millennial friend! HMM@@mathieumintz1694

[@shellycasbeer3775]

Great Christmas message. Never let anyone determine who you are going to become that solely belongs to you. Along your journey you might find the things you do better than others. Don't be afraid to find your strengths and maybe even work on the things that aren't. You just never know what's around the next corner. It's the journey where life is lived. Great message Happiest of Holidays sir. And still hoping to see you in NorCal someday!!!!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks again Shelly...I really do appreciate you. These are the rewards for me in the KZbin universe. Probably already mentioned this...but Northern Cal is the one part of our great country (Go Red, White & Blue!) that I've never been to...and would love to visit. If I ever did that trip, I want to drive...the journey is just as rewarding...to see the sites along the way. I'm a sucker for those brown, historical marker signs. HMM

[@bryanforney6063]

keep doin what your doing, if you post something I don't like, I don't watch it but I like almost everything you've done so far

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks for your feedback Bryan...very helpful. HMM

[@mariebeasley1269]

Trouble today, we are losing the History of everything. I think you are during the absolute right thing by being you. Keep your passion with all your content. I always enjoy everything. But then you know we have the same passions. Please just keep learning and bring excellent content. See you will get young people just keep trying

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks again, Marie...your support is pure inspiration for me. Happy New Year my friend! HMM

[@Wylie013]

Hi Don Don't change a thing, first started watching yah for your Auto racing history and behind the scenes at current meetings then you travels thru the small towns around the tracks you visit which will give me places to look into next time I come up Stateside for the Racing. Did Gettysburg and the EMMR when I did the Pennslyvania Sprint Week so for us tourists from down under your videos give ideas to help fill in the day before the evenings racing. The Edmund Fitzgerald knew of from the song and your videos add great colour around it. Maybe next time I'm up for shows in Ohio might bump into you. Have a great Christmas and New Year and will look out for your varied postings next season.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Wylie...be grateful to meet you. It's always so cool to hear from my friends from down under...an honor for me. It seems that so many folks have tunnel vision en route to the track without realizing the amazing small towns just down the road. I'm just giving more options. Thanks for your support...and Merry Christmas! HMM

[@jeffkaufman9875]

I enjoy your work and love your positive, inspiring message to those who dare to DREAM!..

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Yeah...that's me...the dreamer. Thanks Jeff...HMM

[@wesrobbins111]

I love all of your videos, I think you should continue doing whatever you like to do. You always have great content no matter what it is. The racing is how I ran into your channel, but the Great Lakes and small towns are also as good!! Keep up the great content! Merry Christmas!!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks again Wes; I appreciate your continual support! Merry Christmas my friend! HMM

[@Samanthareneeheart10]

My suggestion is focus on History's Mystery. There are several Mysteries out there scrounging Guttiesburg, I'm sure there are several Mysteries srounding some small towns & in auto racing. But History's Mystery is where your Nich is. Especially the Great Lakes ship wrecks. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year HMM

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Samantha...so appreciate your helpful feedback. #Grateful! Merry Christmas...HMM

[@Samanthareneeheart10]

​@@HistoryMysteryMan You are quite welcome sir Merry Christmas to you as well

[@gareth9538]

Don like youself i dont watch any mainstream tv just KZbin, am predominantly into oval racing, i watch all your track videos, interviews with eg swindell etc. And small town, i always try to comment and like all your videos cause you come across as a top guy. There is so much easy access content on YT its a real battlezone for viewers, i dont disagree with the niche, i think stapleton 42 is a good example of that and so is eric estep there earlier videos were of different stuff now they have settled on one subject. Merry Christmas and a happy new year Don, thanks for all the great content Regards Gareth 🇮🇪🇺🇲🏁

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Gareth; you've been a steady contributor, and I'm grateful. Yes...there is something to that Niche thing; I'm just not ready to narrow it down right now, if ever; I don't know. But I can see the sense in it. "Battlezone for viewers" ... no truer words...and getting more competitive by the minute. Merry Christmas to you and yours...

[@trentbryant2373]

HMM I myself enjoy ur variety that u do, I don't always Comment on ur video's but believe me I'm watching what u post sir. I love ur auto and maritime video's, I hope u keep posting what ever u choose to do. Regardless I'm watching, ur a interesting man for sure. Keep up the good work HMM.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks again, Trent. You post quite a bit though, and I appreciate all your input...and thanks for carving out some time to watch! Merry Christmas...HMM

[@trentbryant2373]

Merry Christmas HMM. I Seen u ask another what day their Birthday was in December, Is ur Birthday in December? Mine is December 18th.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Yes...mine is Dec. 27...thanks!@@trentbryant2373

[@mariebeasley1269]

Merry Christmas 🌲 hope we meet up at track in 2024. Will be going to Midget week 🏁

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

I think I'm headed to the indoor Midget races (Rumble in Fort Wayne) this weekend. Where is Midget week? HMM

[@mariebeasley1269]

@@HistoryMysteryMan Indiana June 4 Circle City June 5th Gas City June 6th Lincoln Park June 7th Bloomington June 8th TriState June 9th Kokomo When we get back the USAC Sprint Storm starts the 11th to the 16th The 15th is at Port Royal with the Sprints and Silver Crown. Busy June for us 🏁😃

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks!@@mariebeasley1269

[@ryansalyers5515]

I think all your videos are interesting, Don. In fact you can even broaden out your video topics and still be interesting.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Great feedback; thanks again, Ryan! HMM

[@adammatthewssr.77]

Keep going as you are Don, or make a second channel. Racing History Man. Advertise the other channel on each video, you'll get a lot of crossover viewers and you'll hit that niche on each channel. What ever you decide to do it'll be a hit. Love your content and we'll see you at the track a couple times I'm sure.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Adam. Your idea of another channel makes perfect sense; I just don't know if I have the umph to start over with a new one. But it's certainly worth the consideration. Thanks for your continued support...Happy New Year! HMM

[@adammatthewssr.77]

@@HistoryMysteryMan I'm pretty sure there are ways to link the two channels together, if you spread the word on your videos all or most of your current subscribers would make the move pretty quick, which would give the new channel a pretty good boost. Gotta get people sharing your videos to broaden the audience. Happy New year to you as well and thank you for all you do. My favorite channel by far.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks again, Adam...appreciate the info.@@adammatthewssr.77

[@rodstanley881]

I love all your videos keep doing all the different videos

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Rod...so appreciated. HMM

[@rodstanley881]

Merry Christmas!!

[@TheChadSmithPodcast]

If you asked for my advice, I would say spend less energy and time on video effects and editing and more time on delivering the story. :) you do a great job!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

I'll take that advice! Thanks for sharing it...HMM

[@1919champ]

iPhones are the equal of many older video cameras. It’s not the gear, it’s the content. You should make videos on what interests you and let your viewers decide. I am with you on KZbin. I could give up my TV.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Leaving it up to the viewers seems right to me. Thanks again...HMM

[@wideslammer]

From my perspective, there's no need to change anything. I'll admit to being more interested in the racing as well as the "small town America" segments but certainly watch everything else. For me, there's no need for separate playlists -- even those who may have no interest in one of your general topics can easily skip past it after seeing the title and the thumbnail. Your camera does an excellent job in your hands. Good phone cameras are quite versatile (in addition to being easy to carry around). I've wondered if any people who you approach at the race track or anywhere else realize that you are producing content for over 23,000 subscribers as well as who-knows-how-many other viewers. (Speaking of 23k subscribers, I think that number could become much larger if there was a "hook" that would make more people aware of the HMM.) Thanks for the Christmas greetings. My wife and I wish all the best to you also.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks again Wideslammer; I really appreciate your continual feedback...and your honesty. Man you're right about that hook...I could sure use one to help spark this thing. I'm really not sure about what people know about my channel at the track. I have had some people come up to me and tell me they like my content, but I get the feeling that most tracks aren't much aware of my content. And...I pay for all my own pit passes. I tried to apply for media credentials at a couple tracks but got turned down at each. So I said the hell with it...and buy my way in. Maybe it's better that way anyway...Merry Christmas to you and yours!

[@wideslammer]

You mentioned that KZbin measures views and time spent watching the videos. I don't know if the number of "thumbs up" or "comments" helps your channel, but it's something that people could easily do when they watch a video. I click the "thumbs up" as soon as I load the video since I know it always will be something worth watching. Sometimes I have an observation after watching the video to share with you via the comments. Of course, I enjoy reading the comments of others. Viewers who have friends who also like the kind of content you produce could "share" with those folks and maybe find a new regular viewer and subscriber.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Definitely...I should have included that in the last one...hitting the thumbs-up definitely helps the algorithm...any interaction with my channel helps my cause. It took me 4 years to get to 23,000 subscribers. My goal is 100,000 but it better hurry up faster...in the twilight of my life as I am...thanks.

[@shellarkby2380]

I enjoy your broad range of subjects, but I prefer Midwest Sprint car history, and the great lakes stories. Your travelogs are also in

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks...I appreciate your input...and truth! Thanks for watching...HMM

[@rbb1949]

My opinion is I think you should post what you like and if people are going to watch then they will watch, I'm a subscriber to your channel and not to be a jerk if it doesn't interest me then I move on, example there were a couple of race drivers you interviewed that I don't care for so I didn't watch those videos but I did watch the ones of drivers I like and you turned me onto drivers I never heard of which is awesome, so in a nutshell my opinion is just keep doing what you love 👍👍

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

I'll take that advice any day; thanks for your honest feedback. I so appreciate your support. Your suggestions, ideas and help are always welcome here. HMM

[@brcisna]

HMM,,, Dont change a thing to what you are currently doing. All your videos are great and very informative. Keep using your phone as you are currently to shoot your videos. You are falling into the 'gotta have the newer gadgets' syndrome,,like many digital nerds do. It is hard to picture how some channels get the amount of subscribers. I certainly have never figured out what the demographics are for this and that. I remember when KZbin started by the kid,,,cant remember his name,,,,and as soon as he wound up selling to Facebook or whoever bought it from him,,,then on comes the commercials,,, big time. Keep it up.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Interesting...thanks for your feedback. I certainly appreciate your encouragement. I'll never be techy enough to be a "digital nerd!" Merry Christmas my friend...HMM

[@to8860]

Post it ALL brother!! The more the better! I was thinking you could even get into videoing rodeos...that is a fascinating life.....just sayin......what those guys and girls go through to make a living!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Wow! A rodeo would really open things wide up here...and what a cool idea. I'm certain I'd love it...thanks! Got me thinking. HMM

[@to8860]

@@HistoryMysteryMan Watch some of Dale Brisby's stuff with JB Mauney!! Good stuff!!

[@pamelab5690]

I would love to sit and talk with you! That would be awesome!!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Sure thing...I'm open to that! HMM

[@Trinitystillmyname]

Its about searchability. I respect your other interests. They are just not mine. Find a way to seperate your channels. As for equipment vs stories. Focus on stories, equipment does not get views, stories do. Keep up the good work. I look forward to more videos in the future!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks...I consider this excellent advice. As far as starting from scratch with other channels...I can totally see the sense in that...to separate it that way. At this time, it's just too daunting to start over with other channels, but never say never. It takes all of me to do what I'm doing now. But, I hear you...and your thoughts make perfect sense. I seriously need to hire someone; I need help. Merry Christmas...HMM

[@kk_doomsday92]

Just do what everybody else does and make two different channels on two different subjects oh I'm 32 and love your maritime videos

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Kyle...I know that's good advice. Just not sure I have the umph to start over with another channel...but I know it makes good sense. Merry Christmas...HMM

[@kk_doomsday92]

@@HistoryMysteryMan love the great lakes episodes, your one of the best telling history of shipping on the great lakes, so ocean vessel you tube channel tired to do sinking of the Carl d Bradley and he butchered it. Merry Christmas to you too

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks again Kyle...and a Happy New Year too.@@kk_doomsday92

[@coonkiller28]

I think the best advice, just do you... if you are a genuine person, and you can portray a good story with great facts you'll do just fine. Create the content you wanna create and based on the stuff that interests you, im far from a baby boomer and I watch hour long yt videos all the time, just because of the topic or how good of a message the person portrays about the topic of the video. You wont get a million subs, but some of us enjoy many different things, some of us have even kissed the bricks at indy 😉😉

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Sounds good to me! Thanks for your input. I would agree on a million...that's out of reach. But I have a fantasy of getting to 100,000! Thanks for your encouragement...so appreciated. HMM

[@manga12]

ah I wish you could have made it down to auburn, the old auburn hotel that dates back to at least 1905 is about to be torn down, it was central to the auburn cord dussenburg festival from its inception and were many stayed, that came to town for the festival since its first days, and had several buisnesses inside it, including the 4 crowns bar since 1960's, it will be rebuilt but it will take over a year, and is one of the older buildings in the city across from the courthouse. as for me I film what is around, and my stuff isn't editied you at least do that and have an organized format when you ask questions, but I show the area and historical events or events not many will be willing to show, as for me I like documentries but sometimes it can take time to finish and sometimes I dont always have the time, or I do it over multiple videos as my cam usually shuts off after 10 minutes merry christmas Don. and sarry I was not able to find you at the 4 crowns this year, but it was a rare feat sevey pulled off swept all the nonwing stuff. as for the old people that are so called experts, I dont like when someone tells me when I ask about somthing oh thats not for you do dont want nor need that especially when it comes to hunting equiptment, or my choice of when I buy clothing. like the one guy oh you dont need a 600 grain slug for hunting deer I am not going to sell you that ammo, or oh you dont have a union or high paying skilled trades job you dont need top level usa made clothing stop wasting your dough, just buy something at the local big box store, or when trying to learn something new oh your not smart enough you cant handle that item jeremy, so your not allowed to try, its like why dont you give me one shot to show you I can, how can I get better if you dont give me the chance to practice. its like steam engine builder livio dante porta used to say you dont know what it is that you dont know till you know of it, like a 1st grader does not know logerithems but they dont know they are ignorant of them till they learn of them in 8th grade, but they might actually be good at them if they try them or learn enought to practice, but if people gatekeep on the knowlege how is one supposed to advance.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks for your support manga12...Merry Christmas. That sucks that they're tearing down that hotel in Auburn...hate that. HMM

[@wadeenyart9676]

My friend let me try and answer. To keep you content seperate for people use the playlist feature keep it updated and direct them to it for auto racing list, maritime history and captain D must have his own playlist and if some vidoes need to crossover into other playlists the so be it I see that all the time from the famous youtubers lol. Dont cut your length down I hate short videeos and I wont even watch a short. Above all be true to thine self. In this case I think that means do stories that make you happy that may fall out of your niche (someone needs to tell these people that believe that there is a reason we are speaking latin). And above all its your channel if someone doesnt like something you do last time I checked nobody was forcing them to watch. And if they constantly complain about content ect...then they need to start there own channel and as frank sinatra would say do it there way. thanks for letting me put in my 2 cents I hope it helps. wade

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Wow...this is good. Thanks for all your input. I'm taking your advice on the Playlists and have already started some. Like most things, it takes me a while to figure things out. If you get a chance, check out what I've done so far and let me know if I'm on the right track. Thanks for watching, Wade...stop by anytime. HMM

[@wadeenyart9676]

hey I would walk a mile bare foot on a gravel road for a fellow dirt racer there is just some kind of natural commradory (probable misspelled that word) there always has been always will be cary on your doing great!!!@@HistoryMysteryMan

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks my friend! HMM@@wadeenyart9676

[@ajbaumgart4774]

If you go to Gettysburg see if actor steven lang is there on the anniversary of the battle and Picketts charge they sometimes have him there ive seen videos of him being there a couple years in row now

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

That's cool. Man I love Gettysburg...never gets old for me. I have tons of footage I brought back...and never aired it. Thanks again, AJ...HMM

[@ajbaumgart4774]

@@HistoryMysteryMan I'd personally love to visit Gettysburg sometime I've drove passed it when going to Philadelphia but never visited I love visiting historical places I also heard that soilders are still fighting even though they are deceased I've heard rangers talk about that very haunting ground there if you believe in that kind of thing I've heard many stories even hearing ghostly drums sounds and sometimes a phantom cannon going off crazy stuff there

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

You gotta go to Gettysburg! I went out onto the battlefield at night when I was there...alone...scared the crap out of myself. Eventually got chased out by off-duty rangers, who also scared the crap out of me. @@ajbaumgart4774

[@jeffreyroman9732]

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Jeffrey! So appreciated. Happy New Year! HMM

[@rodgerdalelawless5942]

Enjoy content but pls add more hometown / destinations!!!!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks for your feedback Rodger...see what I can do. HMM

[@nw8000]

Or are you already the "Niche" There's a reason where KZbin has a "Play list" so content creators that have more than one "Niche" can contain them for their audience that want that content so crack on with whatever. I mean I didn't watch any of you racing cars content because its not my thing but your Shipping content I will watch all day long with a bowl of chicken wings and a shipping crate full of beer. Merry Christmas little buddy

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Man...now here's some great advice; thanks for sharing it with me. I'm just now starting to create those Playlists you're speaking of...so thanks. I appreciate your truth and honesty. Merry Christmas my friend...HMM

[@CoalBreaker]

I personally have only seen your Great Lakes content, which I really enjoyed, so I say post whatever you want however tell a story like you do with the lake content if you start posting other subjects, hope that helps lol and I'm 30 years old for the record also I just recently discovered the ship that was with the Fitzgerald that night she went down (whose name escapes me) is still operational. Why not do a modern video on that?

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Are you talking about the Anderson? If it winters here in Toledo, Capt. Darrell and I are going to beg and borrow to get aboard...so thanks for that. 30...I'm encouraged that you're here...and grateful for it. Merry Christmas my friend...thanks for the feedback! HMM

[@user-cm6xq5zx2r]

Don my friend has a Rollie Beale race car in his shop says radio hospital on it

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Wow...where is it? Thanks again...HMM

[@user-cm6xq5zx2r]

@@HistoryMysteryMan Hanover PA near Lincoln speedway

[@user-cm6xq5zx2r]

@@HistoryMysteryMan like to send you a picture, don't know how

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

You could try [e-mail]@@user-cm6xq5zx2r

[@normpaddle]

Oh you're so funny. You spent the first several minutes describing your niche then ask if you should do a niche. Your style of storytelling IS you. Yes. Hell, ive watched 60-Minutes for 50 years....they cover stories from Hitler to Bread baking, to the Rollings stones and poverty. All different stories. Keep it up! I dont need to watch Auto racing, but insure can wait till what im intetested in. Keep it up! And thanks.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Nice explanation; thanks for the valuable feedback...HMM

[@WilliamBolger]

Please don't waste your money on that pretentious tech rubbish. Simple cell phone is plenty adequate when presenting/interviewing. Regarding niche, my own personal interest is your great lakes stuff, that is what attracted me to your channel but your other videos are fascinating too. For example, I never heard of the Johnstown Flood until your video on it. Keep to the same style you have been doing until now please, the more history and maritime the better but that's just my own preference.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Understood William; thanks again for your feedback. I certainly appreciate your honesty regarding content. Merry Christmas my friend! HMM

[@gregj831]

We're all very sick of everything becoming so Politicized but think a lot of what you focus on are those things Midwest Americans are increasingly fearing they're going to lose or maybe, they heavily desire to get back to. We feel good again when we watch your videos. Let's no one kid one another here because most of us are fully aware there is a big push among Progressives to completely erase our culture and history and most especially, White culture and history and that's just a disturbing factoid.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Whoa...this is powerful...what you wrote. I think that every time we open our mouths, we are essentially talking politics whether we know it or not. There's really no dodging it anymore, and why should we? Speaking of forks in the road for America. And yes, cancel culture is wrong, no matter where or who it comes from. Thanks for sharing your thoughts here...stop by anytime. Yes...small town America is a dream inside my mind as to how things could be if we all stepped up more responsibly and exercised discipline everywhere. Teach your kids discipline. HMM