Hotline Bling

In this episode, we dive into all sorts of topics—everything from starting a website to fax documents (yes, people still do that!) to dealing with the IRS, working with concrete, venting a dryer, and the ever-changing weather. We also talk about our side hustles, 3D printing, and what it’s like living in different places.

We also share updates on our current projects, including sponsorships. Honestly, there’s a lot of stress and pressure that comes with sponsored content—trying to get the brand’s voice right while keeping it real. We chat about the ups and downs of sponsorships and why finding the right fit really matters. Sam even opens up about her experience with a pharmaceutical sponsorship connected to her migraines.

Later on, Sam, Mike, Jef, and Jes jump in to discuss what it’s really like working with sponsors and editing that content. We talk about how sponsors sometimes want changes to fit their guidelines, but staying true to our own voice is a top priority for us. We also touch on being picky about sponsorships, only working with brands that align with what we believe in and our content. For us, our sanity and happiness come first, even if it means passing on some financial benefits. We get into how management companies help negotiate sponsorships and the red tape that can come with it. And finally, we wrap up by talking about staying consistent and avoiding comparisons with others in the YouTube space—just focusing on our journey and keeping it fun.

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Sam Raimondi:
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Jef and Jess Behnke:
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Mike Coffey
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