VEDA 2014: The End

[@magicaeart]

I was surprised to see my little face up there. :) but yes, I've enjoyed your VEDA run and I'm looking forward to see what you get up to in the future!

[@TheBlueastrosailor]

There is a lot of good stuff on youtube, but nothing else is as enjoyable to watch as your content.

[@shessomickey]

Congratulations on finishing VEDA! I'm excited to see this next chapter unfold.

[@lovethatdog01]

Your videos make me happy. Sadly, I'm one of the (grad, eek!) students you referred to so y'know...all I can do right now is send positivity and virtual hugs your way and hope it all works out the best way for you.

[@happyanne515]

I really loved VEDA. I subscribed to you a long time ago because you work for and are friends with some of my favorite KZbinrs. This month has made me realize how much I love your sense of humor and vlogging style. I'd love to see what else you happen to make in the future. =3

[@KaWulfe]

I'd never seen "my declaration" before and now I just did and... there's this type of video you make like 'heavy memory' and now 'the declaration' and also "on the marriage wish" even though it's not on your channel. These videos always make me think and usually they leave an impression but often just like you did, I don't know what kind of an impression. But I know they always make me want to be a better person, they make me want to be warm, or at least warmer than I am now. And they make me want to make art, if that's in videos or in novels or even in cooking. And they make me remember that here, for me, is the best place on KZbin.

[@zeenzeenz]

Glad you're going to be more active again!

[@noellefreehugs]

I don't comment often because I'm usually on my phone and comment with the app is kind of a pain, but I wanted to say I've really enjoyed your VEDA videos and I'm looking forward to your future content.

[@ThatJaloch]

I look forward to seeing more content, Michael! Also, it's so cool to have someone who recognises that a lot of us are not in a suitable position to donate on Subbable. All of my favourite content always sends me down the guilt trip road, because I'm enjoying the content, but am in college and can't afford to donate.

[@shainajoseph5040]

Your stuff is my second favorite. My first favorite being the Vlogbrothers, and you help create their content as well.

[@juststeveschannel]

I'm not a poor college student, so I should be giving something...and I will. (After all, I support those Green Brothers already, and what have THEY ever done?) Only I'm torn. If enough Subbable support would mean leaving your current job, what does that mean? Because I LOVE the work you do with the Brain Scoop and Sci Show, and would hate to see those suffer if you left. At the same time, I understand it may be just too draining to expect you to continue trying to do ALL THE THINGS...because really, only Hank can do that, right? Anyway, I'll give something. My Subbable bill is still well below my satellite dish bill, and I DON'T WATCH TV. (Sadly, my wife is not really converted...yet. But I'm working on it...)

[@Mitaly29]

you know, sometimes when I'm sad or angry I just like to watch you talking, it brings me peace, I don't even know

[@hotdoger40]

Michael, you were by far the best thing on youtube this April. Thanks for hanging out with us

[@SeanFictional]

The thing is that the kind of content you produce is really high quality. Not only do you have amazing ideas, you also manage to put them into a beautiful form that is delightful to watch or listen to. I hope you visions for the future work out well!

[@qtbabe127]

This is why you are, without a doubt, my favorite KZbinr. I would absolutely love to see more content on here and you (ultimately) supporting yourself from the creation of your own work. And I think that's something you would really enjoy as well. As soon as I graduate and can actually support myself, I will definitely be subscribing to you on Subbable! :) Keep up the awesome work Michael!

[@ObscenelyMarvelous]

I understand that you can't dive completely into making your own creations all the time, but I'm glad you've reawakened your interest in creative expression. I really enjoy the videos you used to make before you got so swamped with work, and I look forward to seeing what new things you produce when you find the time. Your videos were what drew me in and inspired me to take an active part in KZbin, both through exploring the site to discover all sorts of interesting people and through making my own videos. I've made a lot of bad or mediocre videos and several good ones too, and have expanded to three channels. And best of all, I've made friends with far away people I never would have known otherwise. So thank you, Michael, for what you do and have done, and I wish you all the best.

[@cloverhighfive]

Sincere congrats on this VEDA :) I'm still blown away by the amount of videos we got!!! I liked watching it.

[@hilaryhowser5027]

I am so incredibly excited about the Subbable account!

[@TheBookShell25]

Excited to see your videos after this VEDA session. I really enjoyed seeing you in my sub box again! :)

[@Darthwill44]

I never realized that this channel isn't that big, to me you've always seemed like an internet celebrity. I really do enjoy your content and unlike most youtubers who I love to watch I never skip any of yours when they come out. I also wish I could be able to help with subbable, but I can't, so best of luck Mr.Aranda.

[@Specialist01]

Hope everything goes well for you Michael :D

[@thevybe7530]

Michael, you really put my faith back in the internet, like It's hard to explain but I really do like the vibe you put out in your videos. I feel like other people will agree with me on this. like just all the thought you put into the videos and the time it takes to actually make. For example, just the thought of putting this video in black and white is very interesting and puts out a sort of vibe of creativity and personality. I'm not really sure how to explain it, but the internet/youtube needs more of youtubers/content creators like you!

[@cookiedoesnothing]

It's very refreshing to see how truly appreciative you are of your viewers, and I am very much looking forward to more content!

[@emnicole8409]

Thank you for being so genuine. Maybe thats why Ive stayed with you for a while. You are just so incredibly real and thankful and honest I dont know youre lovely thank you for taking the time to create. Im glad it means as much to is as it does to you

[@MyDisturbingOctopus]

oh. I'm in the top ten most engaged viewers list. no surprise there. and you are very welcome. i love the content you make. you're insanely talented and interesting and intelligent. it's wonderful.

[@slottmachine]

I will be subscribing for some measly sum of money a month ASAP. You are quickly becoming one of my favorite youtubers. (I am still a broke college kid though)

[@iMandie]

I really like your film style and your content, its inspirational to me. Definitely one of the most inspirational person i've come across on the internet.

[@mylifesoundtrack]

I'm excited for the fact that you're going to try get back into the the daily vlog thing. I really enjoyed those videos!

[@lostismyconstent]

Good luck! You deserve the support! I had no idea you had other channels, thanks for letting me know, I will check them out!

[@smallthetalk]

I hear from a lot of people that the youtube subbox doesn't work, but it always works for me, not once did I not get a video in my subbox... And sadly I am a college student, thankfully without debt, as I have my parents who are probs in debt because of me, so I do live off instant ramen quite often...but I really like your work, I can tell right away when you do work in other videos because of your style and I would love seeing more of it, especially in your own content, so I hope you find the time to work more on your channel ^^

[@VulcanTrekkie45]

I'll try my hand at designing something when I get my computer back .

[@KaWulfe]

Did a despicable me-minion steal it?

[@Cristaaaaal44]

Very humble and lovely of you, Michael.

[@MichaelLukeOfficial]

I just really like your video style and how your videos (including this one) look in general. Keep up the good work :D

[@Hudaaaaaaaaaaa]

I love your videos and I can't wait for more! :) keeps up the great work

[@nerdilocation]

I hope everything goes well for you Michael and you figure out a way to make your own content :3

[@NylahK]

Every time I see myself on your most engaged viewers list I get excited you know I exist HAH. But seriously it is like my life goal to get to the top now!! I can't REALLY go on a Michael Aranda binge because I did that like 3/4 years ago but I'll see you in your WhatImDoingRightNow comments :D

[@romantheflash]

I am very excited to see what you will do, I always enjoy it, and I always appreciate how much work you put into it. I am working towards a job currently, so pretty soon I will have money to start donating to subbable people :)

[@queenwyntir]

I wish I could support you with a donation, but I'm a poor post college student myself. I've been a fan of yours for a long time and if I can't support you monetarily, I can always like the videos and share them which I do. Keep up the content Michael.

[@Bramtic]

It's a pleasure to support someone as talented as you are! Looking forward to seeing what's on here and the continued daily-ish vlog randomness on whatimdoingrightnow. Especially when people get ooooooooh, buuusssssssted by the ever-vigilant Missoula police.

[@vanillabean1784]

Good luck with it, I hope you find a way to do what you want (I know the feeling...) I love your vlogs on your other channel, I generally don't like daily vlogs but I really like yours

[@lostthepirate6311]

We're glad to have you back on this side of the camera :)

[@wordnerd1231]

Good luck with the Subabble campaign, Michael! :)

[@zombiesabrr]

I dont know what is it about you that make you so interesting and pleasing to watch. I wish i could help you but im a university student so.. haha but i will still watch the vlogs that are already awesome. (I'm in love with your voice, notcreppyatall)

[@NinjaNerdOG]

As soon as I am capable, I plan on donating to my favorite people on subbable and Patreon. Michael is definitely one of the top people I would spend my money on. Stupid Grad school....takin' all my money... I am super excited for more daily videos on WhatI'mDoingRightNow though!! I really liked that style of videos!

[@thathoopy]

I really enjoyed these 14 videos, looking forward to future ones(:

[@shotofrhythm]

Glad you're kind of, sort of doing your own thing. I hoped you would try to do more of what made you happy after that WIDRN video :)

[@supercalick]

Michael just seems like such a genuine person. Not to mention his videos are amazing. I was considering donating until he got up to that "unless youre a starving college student" bit. Yeah 3 jobs and still relying on parents isnt exactly the best prospective donor. But it's so awesome that he would even discourage me, makes me want to support people like him even more (his evil plan all along).

[@PSpurgeonCubFan]

Your work on other KZbin projects is a huge part of what makes you awesome. Please don't bail on the behind the scenes stuff. They need you. If they all are not showing you how much they appreciate your contributions, that's really harsh - which seems rather un-nerdfighteri-ish. I can't imagine how much my favorite KZbin vids would suck without your expertise. Please stay.

[@michaelaranda]

I've seen this and similar sentiments quite a few times, and I understand that me working on stuff for other people makes you guys happy, but what if it doesn't make ME happy anymore? I'm not saying that's the case; I still enjoy the work that I do for now, but I'm pretty sure my own happiness and creative satisfaction in the long run will require that I someday focus on my own videos/music/novels/films/whatever.

[@EkiAku]

***** I would of course support you in making yourself happy. But a part of me still hopes that working on the brain scoop still makes you happy. And you know, I don't know if it's exactly in your jurisdiction anymore because the Field Museum sponsors everything, but I'd love to see you be less behind the scenes. I think you and Emily play off each other REALLY well. And now I'm just rambling, forgive me.

[@PSpurgeonCubFan]

***** I apologize. Yes, you should progress. You should certainly do things that are fulfilling and bring you happiness. I made my comment because I fear that your skills will not be matched by whomever takes your place if/when you decide to stop working on scishow, crashcourse, the brainscoop, etc. Is there a way that you can mentor someone? groom your replacement? show them the ropes? insert other similar cliche?

[@JoshuaFletch]

I did VEDA too. And I _just_ uploaded a recap video, so this is too much of a coincidence not to post: How to VEDA (Vlog Every Day in April) Good luck on your future endeavors. I look forward to whatever you make regardless.

[@xylophon1520]

You say there is so much great stuff out there to watch, but there really isn't that much outstanding stuff. Most of it is average. Perhaps it is because you don't do them that often, but your videos do stand out and are always worth watching. Also - it is a little less, not more, than one video every two days.

[@KaraFielding]

You have to search for it, but he's right that there is a lot of good stuff out there. All depends on what you like to watch though and what engages you.

[@TheDraconifors]

I really like your honesty. I appreciate it. * high five *

[@iliveinmyhead]

Thank you for acknowledging broke people. I always feel so guilty when creators ask for funds, and, as much as I love their content I just... can't. Right now, at least. One day hopefully this whole university thing will prove itself worth the stress and mean that I can.

[@WulfTrax]

Good for you for focusing more on what you want to do, Michael. A lot of people don't make that decision for themselves.

[@marielan91]

2:24 omg lol :3 Broke college student here, my thoughts "Ugh, this guy is talented and entertaining i want to give him money but i gots none, darn." Good luck raising money though, I'm rooting for ya.

[@justtaylorr]

I am a poor college student (sadly) and I would still be willing to help you out. You have great content and I would love to see more of it (:

[@PompTheMoose]

I will be subscribing for $0 a month considering I fall into the category of mountain of student debt and just had girl scout cookies for breakfast that my friend accidentally left behind a week ago because I haven't been paid in a while. But one day I'll have that job and I'll be able to subscribe. And hell, maybe I'll need a cinematographer for a film.

[@jesskidng]

Respect.

[@knucklecorn]

Michael Aranda

[@allieatwood]

Thank you for not making me feel guilty about not being able to donate right now, but it kind of makes me want to donate more because you're so understanding. You did that on purpose, didn't you?

[@KBaldiga93]

Lol, I love binging on Michael Aranda

[@Greenstead]

That is a very smart watch you are wearing Michael. Please tell me what make/brand it is. Thank you.

[@michaelaranda]

It's a Tissot PRC 200. :)

[@Greenstead]

Thank you for letting me know. I must have one.

[@TheChemistryTutor]

Can you show us how you make your songs

[@66msn99]

Michael are there any particular kind of posters you're looking for? Would you want to sell just text stuff, or would you prefer image-based designs? How about wristbands amd iphone cases?

[@michaelaranda]

Probably not iPhone cases, but wristbands might be nice. As far as poster designs, I don't have anything in particular in mind; I'm open to anything.

[@hopefulpanda]

I got a Cold Stone ad banner. If only it was on a WhatImDoingRightNow video :P

[@SpellboundSama]

"Probably" ... HOPEFULLY

[@DietterichLabs]

I bet it's cool to work on SciShow

[@MollyBlueDawn]

I will be starting my subscription at $0, but I think that soon I will be able to upgrade that to a positive integer!

[@janakhabouri8271]

I feel like stealing my moms credit card.

[@smurfrise]

Glad to help, despite my ridiculous student loan debt. Like others have said, however, I enjoy your other projects as well, so I'm not sure if I want you to get fully funded, lol.

[@elab394]

Very cool. That college student life, though.

[@sophiebond]

You would not believe how tempted I am to spend $6000 so you'll come visit and meet me... but being a student, I need money to eat and I'm sure a video about me studying and watching youtube videos all day would suck.

[@misanthropistbookworm]

I would most definitely help fund you if I weren't unemployed and relying on my mother's money at the moment. :S But I hope it goes well and eventually you can work for you, although I love watching you in SciShow, hehehe. ;) I'm subscribed to your other channel, so I hope I continue to see you there too, if you don't upload things here all that often now that this VEDA thing is over. :D Good luck!

[@bljuckabounsic]

i've been watching your videos for years, you're the top of youtube as far as i'm concerned (along with hank and john), but i am, sadly, a poor student. still, i wanna help you, i wanna know if there's something more we can do, besides giving money? for example, favouriting every video or something like that? i always like them, well, because i do, but i don't have a habit of favouriting.. anyway, i'd love to see more of your stuff and you being happy with how you earn your money. :) tl:dr - what can we do besides giving money?

[@EkiAku]

I kinda hope someone pays the 6 grand one. I'd be interested to see what a Michael fan is like.

[@unepommeverte17]

damn. that $6000 perk though

[@love_fleurette]

I think you should give ME money! Just because!

[@1800SHWEEEET]

I'm a poor high school student, sorry Michael.

[@jezekab]

Sad to say I'm one of the poor college kids of which you speak, because I would love to give and see more of your quality videos ... but poorness.

[@kulera]

Michael I'm pregnant!

[@TheDeliciousTacos]

College student :( I do adore you however.

[@illyxxolicnaxim]

I subscribed even though I'm one of those broke college students - about to incur many medical school loans. : ) I only subscribed for $5, but if just 600 of Michael's 240,000 subscribers do the same, then we would get more of Michaela's unique content! I love the work you do for other channels, of course, but I love your specific style even more and I would really like to see more content that has your creative touch. I hope your subbable campaign is successful for purely selfish reasons. : )

[@koellekind]

:o) I would have said the subbable stuff exactly the same way as you did.

[@ellenwhohasnolife]

could you make a video talking about the sexual abuse problem on youtube??? i realise that it may be uncomfortable due to your relationship to people involved but i think it would continue a discussion that seems to have fizzled out. also much of the content from the larger youtubers has been very generalised talk on consent and the like which, while incredibly important, seem to skirt around the hard facts. i just think you could make a difference. thanks x

[@caramarie2000]

Do you remember the time you got stuck in france?

[@ohbbyilikeitrawr]

When my love of commenting unexpectedly pays off :D lol

[@KaWulfe]

I like that you made the 6000 $ one wherein you will FLY TO OUR HOMES. You'd better for 6000 $. For that much I could fly to where you live and have people knock on everyones door to find your place. Of course, I could also just go sit at coldstones and wait, shouldn't take long.

[@MollyBlueDawn]

I am one of the most engaged viewers! Neato!

[@PaulaJaey]

Poor college/uni students might still donate to the cause. You can't tell us what to do ;)

[@cellogirl0096]

I love your content! Unfortunately, I am a poor college student, so my $0 subscription will have to suffice for now.

[@domaiii]

3K a month? what kind of a job do you have, and thats what you need to live? is it me or is that much?

[@michaelaranda]

In 2011, the median income of households in America was $50,054 per year. At $3,000 a month, I'd be making $36,000 per year. After payments for a mortgage, student loans, car loans, auto insurance, health insurance, dental insurance, and, like, food, $36,000 a year isn't a whole lot. Being an adult kinda sucks sometimes.

[@domaiii]

ye i'm an adult to. but i have to do it with 1150 euro a month. ofcourse we don't have those student loans here that are insanly expensive... that makes more sense :)

[@EkiAku]

Hanne Vanhaevre The cost of living is a bit different here in the US. Though Michael makes a fair amount. He is by no means poor. As he makes triple what is the poverty line for a single person. However, Michael has stated before that he has EXTREMELY high student loans. I believe it's over 100k.

[@domaiii]

funny how you refer to college students being poor, maybe in america. college and uni are cheap here :p

[@happyanne515]

I'm very very envious.

[@misanthropistbookworm]

And where are you? :O Because that sounds like an impossible. College and university CHEAP! ;o Where I'm from, it's not cheap at all either, and I'm not in the United States, hohoho.

[@carloswithahat386]

It's really cheap in Scotland it costs an average (for community educators) of nothing

[@misanthropistbookworm]

:o Wow!

[@ohbbyilikeitrawr]

😍👍 omg it's me! Look at me Ma I'm famous! :D lol

[@eddielucitt]

First!

[@janakhabouri8271]

not