YouTube Apologies

Introduction

• Apology videos from YouTubers are often criticized and mocked.
• Commonly seen as attempts by YouTubers to dodge accountability.
• This lecture will tier-list six notable recent YouTube apologies.

Neon

• Known for faking his death for clout and controversial livestreams.
• Involved in a controversy where he threatened a 10-year-old boy during a Zoom call.
• Apology video:
  • Lasted one minute, vague and lacking detail.
  • Likely made under pressure from Kick after a temporary ban.
  • Received nearly 90% dislikes.
• Tier: F

Colleen Ballinger

• Accused of grooming by an individual named Adam.
• Released an apology video in the form of a song criticizing cancel culture.
• Avoided directly addressing the accusations.
• Included a statement against online bullying in the video description.
• Tier: D

Watcher

• Channel with 3 million subscribers, known for long-form documentaries.
• Announced a $6 subscription plan for catching new videos, which was poorly received by fans.
• Issued a quick, clear apology video to backpedal the subscription plan.
• Explained their financial struggles but the explanation was questioned by viewers.
• Tier: B

Liver King

• Exposed by a channel called More Plates More Dates for using steroids.
• Apology video attempted to deliver an inspirational message.
• Acknowledged steroid use and its harmful effects.
• Later admitted to returning to steroid use for muscle and strength gains.
• Public and critics remained skeptical.
• Tier: C

The Manny Show

• Criticized by the commentary community for poor content quality.
• Manager issued copyright strikes against critics, causing anger in the community.
• Manny’s apology explained the situation and fired the agent responsible for the strikes.
• Viewed as a genuine apology by many critics.
• Tier: S

Conclusion

• Speculates on future tier lists for YouTube predators.