What even is happiness? | Podcast E1

We've decided to jump on the podcast bandwagon because, well, we were told we should.
As requested, the video versions of We Were Told We Should Do A Podcast will be uploaded to KZbin - starting with Episode 1 right here!
We discuss the idea of happiness - have we reached it? Have you? How do we even get there?
Seriously, what is life.
Listen to episodes 1-13 of We Were Told We Should Do a Podcast" wherever you get your podcasts!
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[@sorantorann]

Thank you for listening and posting the actual video on youtube. It's great being able to see the reactions/interactions, or have the choice to just listen to it as a podcast as well. The magic of youtube.

[@VivaLaDirtLeague]

🫡

[@eugenijusdolgovas9278]

Been waiting for this.

[@Roschach96]

@@VivaLaDirtLeague Thank you for listening to the fans and bringing the video version. I was also waiting for the video versions because everytime I saw a short from your podcast I felt that it's so good in video format.

[@mittalsavya]

How can you listen to the podcast(without video) on KZbin?

[@stephenstrange5663]

Does youtube music count? Because you can toggle the videocoff on that​@@mittalsavya

[@saltzkruber732]

When you get a free laptop with every USB stick at your local tech store. Thats happiness

[@brianrodriguez979]

Or multiple steel series headphones as a sample

[@BigDan85]

Like: Buy one USB stick for 700 € and get one Laptop free?

[@Arendelft]

My wife came in, saw Rowan and I swear to you she just started saying "NO! NO! MUSTACHE! NO!" Now all I can see is Rowan's mustache and remembering my wife saying "NO!" and I just can't stop laughing!

[@isaacmclean6259]

Creators that actually listen to fans. Viva never fails to impress and entertain

[@dannyw1579]

29:35, in reference to this, i just want to say thank you, not just to Alan, but to the full team, for not only regularly working hard whilst dealing with serious personal struggles and putting out unerringly spectacular content and providing brief moments of distraction from the day to day grind for millions of people, but also for being shining examples of the fact that depression/anxiety, and other mental struggles are not insurmountable roadblocks to becoming successful and having the chance to live your dreams. So thank you a million times over.

[@radaro.9682]

Need to be careful though. Makes it sound like the anxiety and depression go away rather than learn to be coped with. Can't change neurology. Can learn ways to adjust and learn coping methods. But in a lot of ways you don't overcome or surmount it. You learn to live with it. A good portion of the negative impacts on one's life from these conditions is how society reacts to how you cope with it. If the best way for you to deal with a panic attack is isolate, destimulate, and turn down the overactive parts of your brain before returning to whatever you were doing is disruptive to a lot of work environments. Can't always engage in self care. And THAT is the real problem. That we are forced to prioritize the wants of others and the mechanism of business over our own needs drives a LOT of the anxiety people deal with. Specifically because we are encouraged to ignore our own needs, not just defer them, because of how expensive that self care can be.

[@Alyeska23]

The mental health episodes hit especially close now. VLDL was talking about their own personal struggles. Thank you for talking about such an important topic VLDL.

[@FrancJ5793]

FINALLY!!! What we've all been asking for, a video format of the podcast. Thanks you gents!

[@lynetteknolle821]

Grew up in the 80's playing dnd....fast forward 40 yrs and in a very sad moment in my life i found your youtube dnd adventure and you brought joy and laughs into my life (happiness) when i needed it the most and couldnt find it irl thanks for being such a fun group of guys and working so hard to share what you enjoy with all of us, it really does make a difference in some peoples lives and you probably will never know how much ❤

[@PalleRasmussen]

You too are okay. I hope your life will keep improving and you get where you want.

[@TishTishxx]

Love to see the video versions being uploaded

[@codmanout9861]

I love that Adam decided to continue his bit about not conforming to the standard regarding 'would you rather' statements

[@690forever]

Alan "We're not experts on anything" The masterpiece videos you guys put out begs to differ...

[@moafishing5654]

Happiness is when VDL uploads a new video

[@IHMyself]

This fr!

[@crock_ford]

Talking about happiness! This actually made me happy! To actually see a different side of you guys:)

[@mrj5937]

Well, time to listen to all the episodes again I guess🤷❤️

[@MrFoxParadox]

Wow! My mind is blown. First you break ground creating a podcast with 3 white guys and now your putting out videos of your podcast. Can't believe no one has thought to do this lol. For real though I love what you all do, incredible team and its an incredible journey glad I'm here to experience it.

[@billcrawford5672]

Super happy to see the video posted, im not the biggest fan of podcasts but i could watch you guys talk for hours

[@VivaLaDirtLeague]

I’m glad you enjoy ours then! 😊

[@Nephilim63744546]

I fucking love you guys. Watching your shenanigans brings me those fleeting moments of happy.

[@PawelSwieciak]

It's so interesting, how your answers "Are You happy at this moment", can be directly transferred on personalities of employees You play in Playtech store series. 🤔

[@stuartclifton4764]

Thank you for uploading the video version!! They feel so much more interactive by being able to see reactions and such!!

[@martinwettig8212]

You know what, everytime you guys hang out together just keep a mic rolling, I'd just listen to it every time, no matter the length.

[@michaelt1103]

I've been so excited to listen to you guys since you started posting teasers and the wait was well worth it! Love for all you guys do!

[@MrSmartDonkeyLP]

Yes! Been waiting for the video versions before listening/watching. Thanks fellas!

[@nicholascurtis6989]

I wish i could give you all a hug you guys are literally talking about the struggles i have but your pointing out the bright sides that i keep missing

[@ExpatZ266]

Happiness is a warm sweater on your torso, the person you love being happy doing whatever it is they do in some other room and a beautiful little puppy or kitten laying on your desk in front of your monitors looking at you adoringly while you are awarded a chicken dinner.

[@amlewis4965]

Not sure if you guys read this but I just want to thank you for all the work you do. From seeing a few short clips because Facebook decided I might like it I've watched your D&D channel which kept me going through terrible chronic fatigue and listening to you guys touching on mental health issues and life stuff has just been absolutely marvellous and very helpful. Thank you.

[@Godlysound]

I remember seeing the npc video from around a decade ago and had no idea you guys were working so hard this whole time, its unbelievable to come back to this channel unaware of how incredible it has become. And thank goodness you started this podcast, i quickly realised i wanted to see more of all of you guys outside just the sketch videos. I look forward to seeing what you guys do with the studio you aquired, good luck VLDL! You clearly dont need it!

[@lytsedraak]

Thank you so much for this! I love the video version of your podcast.

[@davidl4312]

Thank you so so much for posting these on youtube. Big fan of all you guys do

[@viva_la_nature]

"I'm Adam, I'm Alan, and I'm Rowan" so clean and pleasant to hear

[@MLacryma]

Thanks for uploading it on YT, I was struggling to access other platforms and seeing you help me with the bits I might not understand just by hearing (you made me discover an accent, how cool is that ?). Always good to hear you guys, there are so many things I agree with, made me feel (a tad) less of a misfit !

[@ValtecOfficial]

I listen to you guys podcast all the time, your mental health one really helped me thank you.

[@anonomyss]

My respect for this group is astronomical. I'd been struggling with mental health for the longest time because of my job, even after getting everything I asked for in my career, and I hated myself so much for it. But hearing that even these guys, who seem to have awesome jobs, also deal with mental health issues makes me feel understood. Thank you so much. Love always.

[@jordonhoelzeman24]

🎵We play D&D🎵 Droppin wisdom for free We may not be rich But we can be happy To be like us, you wishin' Cuz' it's a nice day for fishin' We're glad you chose to be here If you're not, you're a loser An introduction for the beginner: Winner winner Chicken dinner *mic drop*

[@jeffeffa78]

*APPLAUDS LOUDLY* 🎉 We are all so happy for you guys. TY for the joy you bring to us.

[@emilroyromanillos9123]

Ahh finally I have been waiting for this thank you

[@talenloracus7891]

I'm very happy to be able to have visuals for podcasts, amazing episode!

[@timtrain4101]

Thank you for posting!. Love your work!

[@Reaper616]

Been waiting for the video version. It's great seeing your interactions. Love you guys.

[@SolveElectronics]

to understand happyness, you have to understand sadness. one cannot be without the other so appreciate the sad moments as much as you do the good moments, because it will make those moments much more special and appreciated

[@TexMeta]

My biggest takeaway from this episode is that we can't let VLDL get 10 million subscribers because Alan would find happiness, and if Skycraft has taught me anything, it's that that would be a mistake.

[@MrSillyWalrus]

Been listening so every episode, each one is great!

[@tanakakhan]

This is what we've been waiting for, thanks guys!!!

[@Moj94]

When it's a nice day for fishing. that's happiness right there.

[@nosrin1988]

my whole life I moved around so much, and was such a weird kid, I never had any honest friends until highschool, and I've only made one solid friend since then. even if you have a social thing you go to, it's hard to actually have decent friends when you're in your 30s and later.

[@NoahD_tv]

I've definitely been waiting for this aftercseeing all the short clips.

[@user-vv8dl7xt1v]

Thank you for touching on the mental health and parenting stuff! You guys are spot on. Feel the feelings.

[@justjasonbeardenjokes]

I was wondering if the full video versions would ever be uploaded! Thank you!

[@chrisxxc648]

Thank you soooooo much for posting this on KZbin this is a gem I didn't know I needed in my life

[@DIYToona]

Wow how serendipitous! I just listened to the first podcast episode yesterday, and now the video is released 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@metzdupcounselor]

Reminds me of the book of Ecclesiastes. Such a common issue to think things or pursuits will make us happy, and then payday goes to the mortgage! But there is (great point, Adam) a connection between us and something deeply meaningful when we positively impact each other. Thanks, guys, for using your acquired talents and creativity and drive to benefit others, even me. Well done.

[@Bored0720]

Yesssss video format, finally 🤩

[@chrisspeers4459]

Definitely enjoyed the content! Thanks guys 👍

[@Cindertear]

Thank you so much for this!!! 🙌

[@chribu_]

Thank you for this emotional jouney. It makes me happy hearing you guys talking about these topics so honestly.

[@aloysiusmaina2625]

Great to finally see the entire video. I am happy 😊 and I hope you also find true happiness, not just moments but the lasting kind.

[@bigleeneth]

This is what I've been waiting for!

[@thebenforever]

It's all we ever wanted! Well done with the video format.

[@SEFullmetalJake]

I was waiting for the video version to come out. Can’t wait to watch them all!

[@freelance8399]

With all the content you guys upload it feels like Christmas almost every day 😁

[@Kotallo_Skyclan]

Yay!!!! The video version❤❤❤

[@DarqStalker]

Nice! Thanks for posting the video!

[@paulflory4807]

Surprisingly deep and personal. Very engaging to listen to. Especially the part of the talk about making time for friends

[@SONOFASAVAGE707]

already love it. i just clicked on it i love you guys!!! from out here in bay area California!!!

[@louisroy4911]

I had already listened to the audio versions, but I’ll gladly start over for the videos!

[@liamallen8262]

Adam…that throwback with the would you rather was absolutely genius

[@Cuppa_Doc]

Don't worry Alan, We love you all equally 🥰 I enjoy the podcast, fun listening.

[@ssjred-lando6649]

"A life is like a garden. Perfect moments can be had, but not preserved, except in memory" -Leonard Nemoy

[@enfreenity4291]

9:10 Thanks Adam for putting my lifelong pursuit to words.

[@Mr.PASHMAK]

Yes! I was waiting to see the podcast video, finally

[@bartsanders1553]

Happiness is that thing we spend a podcast trying to define. 🔥👍

[@ZudeMeditations]

Cool! Get the full vid vs shorts. Ty guys, you're incredible!

[@Talamasca007]

So cool to see Tom hanging in the background. Very glad you posted this!

[@user-sy1cr1ux9l]

I thought that was ben for a min

[@thomasbell2516]

Having also uprooted myself and moved across the entire United States from West to East Coast it was brutal. Tried going to local game stores, and trying to join local communities and it was easily one of the hardest things my wife and I had ever done.

[@musoundix9228]

I just moved to Italy as a Dutch person 4 weeks ago. I love this country a lot, and I work remotely. But exactly as you say, I have to start over again. It’s the first time in life I actually ask myself: how do I make friends? A lot of people say: go to a bar. Sure, fun conversations, but friendships? It’s hard. So I’m going to do dancing lessons and gym group sessions literally starting tomorrow. Next to that, I downloaded Tinder and Bumble for purely friendships. So yeah, it’s a good challenge. Let’s see what it will bring me!

[@PrimalJacob]

Very entertaining and love the podcast kwwo it up!

[@alanw9620]

Yay video versions are finally here 🙂

[@mr.truffles9294]

Finally, a podcast with a video!

[@vndyofficial3316]

Genuinely a good podcast! Nice to see what you’re all like being just normal relatable people. If I had to ask one question if you ever do another podcast it would be, does New Zealand have a good car community? Specifically JDM cars. Thinking it would be as the roads over there look amazing

[@thicniggazinc]

Your videos bring me constant happiness

[@Shadowtrail1988]

Nice a video podcast! Thanks!

[@acousticlynew]

Yes! me and my partner have been wanting this since episode 1! love you lot please keep going

[@46782]

As someone who loves watching podcasts, THANK YOU for uploading it 🤩🤩🤩

[@dreamingindigital4464]

Needed to hear that bit about trying to make friends, putting in the work, and not getting it back because people are simply busy. I often feel like I'm a shit person too, or something, but it's nice to hear that's probably not it. Everyone's just a busy adult.

[@marcinnawotczynski8008]

And that's the way you should upload your podcast to KZbin. I love it and can't wait for another episodes. Good work guys ❤

[@talby5129]

Listening to Alan speak openly about things makes me feel sad because I'm very similar. I wonder how much as been related to having children as I've always struggled a bit, but my inner narrative became a lot more difficult to deal with once I had my daughter who is now two. Thank you all for being so funny but also treating this with so much respect and humour.

[@memoowo]

Thanks guys for the video!!!

[@ryanc473]

I could've sworn this was more than 2 days old lol. Extremely glad you guys made a podcast, but was I dreaming when this first episode came out a few weeks ago? Lol, if I was, well, glad my otherwise insane dreams came true!

[@symphonixblades]

no, they posted the audio only and now are posting with video

[@EverIight]

Very nice, love podcasts, good stuff

[@KiwiAvs]

Great podcast team, a really good topic to touch on! In such a Viva way too 👍

[@dreamstorm_1877]

As an adult it's hard to make friends outside of work. The only thing i can recommend is doing things and going places where other people will be also. Whether it be church or a club or just even going to the park. The more you go places the more people you meet and the more likely you will find a friend.

[@martinorlowski]

very happy that we get the videos of these now keep them coming

[@craigsmith7372]

I didn't even know this was a thing. Now... it's time to binge

[@Cursedwknowledge]

I think what's ruining most of people's happiness is they got addicted to constant stimuli, living too fast, amazon, tikTok/shorts, dopamine addiction, live slow and appreciate the small things around you is the key

[@pavelowjohn9167]

I never realized that I needed a VLDL podcast in my life, but now that I've seen it....yes, we do need this, so please continue! (and all you sponsors out there, throw some money at these guys and gals, they're the cure for what's wrong with internet entertainment these days)

[@ardendolas]

Happiness is getting a nice surprise in my YT subs page this morning and see that VLDL is uploading the the full podcast vids! Thank you!!

[@twixidust5819]

This was fantastic, thankyou vldl, please do more podcasts!

[@ralhamami]

Epic NPC Dad. 😊In all seriousness though, appreciate you guys opening up and sharing your thoughts and struggles. Wish you all eternal happiness. This was awesome.

[@armandpeanutspinou3430]

I think its also important to realize that there isnt only happy or depressed. Theres so many stages in between like being content as Alan said

[@chribu_]

I know exactly what you were talking about, when you said the thing with the "ruining good moments by trying to hold onto them". I really struggled with that for some time actually. What helped me with it was this metaphor that I randomly came up with one day: It's like I'm outside in a summer rain, all romantic and stuff and I try enjoying it by attempting to catch the raindrops out of the air with my hands. Which obviously doesn't work and that makes me unsatisfied and unhappy. But then when I stop trying to catch it and just let it do it's thing and rain down on me. And when I also shift my fokus away from my hands and towards my skin and how the rain feels on it. And also towards how it sounds and smells. That's when it gets really good. I don't know if what I'm saying makes sense to anyone else lol. I think it might be about letting go of my own expectations about how happiness has to feel and also about letting go of the attitude that it's my job to like catch all the happiness that is in a moment. Because the stuff that might make me happy is alredy there coming to me and I can just take it in with my senses and percieve weather it is giving me good feelings or not. And if it does, that's great, but if it doesn't or just a little bit, that is okay too.

[@theradicalginger3060]

OMG OMG OMG 😲 when i wake up in a few hours this is gonna be great! 🎉

[@joshuamuller9705]

Now I can "listen" to the podcast too 🎉😍 thanks