The 7 Deadly Sins as YouTubers (Part 2)
Summary
TLDRThis video script explores the seven deadly sins as represented by various YouTubers. Gluttony is depicted through Amber Lynn's weight loss struggles, while Jordy 'Wings of Redemption' exemplifies wrath. The Fine Bros' greed is highlighted by their controversial trademark attempt. EDP-445's downfall due to lust is detailed, and the Ace Family's pride leads to financial ruin. Ethan Klein's shift to podcasting from content creation is attributed to sloth, and Tati Westbrook's envy towards James Charles results in her reputational loss, illustrating how these sins can impact online personas and careers.
Takeaways
- π½ Gluttony is represented by Amberlynn Reed, who initially aimed to inspire weight loss but later spiraled into promoting excessive eating through mukbang-style videos.
- π‘ Wrath is embodied by Jordy Jordan, whose public outbursts of anger, particularly after a gaming loss, led to a shift in his online persona and a decline in viewership.
- π€ Greed is exemplified by the Fine Bros, who attempted to trademark the reaction video genre, causing a significant backlash and subsequent loss of subscribers.
- π₯ Lust is characterized by the downfall of EDP-445, whose sexual desires led to his ban from social media platforms after being exposed for inappropriate interactions with minors.
- π Pride is depicted by the Ace Family, who built a vlog channel on a foundation of lies, culminating in financial ruin due to an irresponsible loan for a luxury property.
- π Sloth is represented by Ethan Klein, who transitioned from creating popular content to focusing on a podcast, reflecting a shift away from active content creation on his main channel.
- π Envy is illustrated by Tati Westbrook, whose downfall was triggered by her public attack on James Charles, driven by envy over his success in the beauty community.
- π The script discusses the negative impact of the seven deadly sins on YouTubers' careers, showing how embracing these vices can lead to a loss of reputation and viewership.
- π It highlights the importance of authenticity and transparency in content creation, as audiences can quickly identify and react negatively to insincerity or deceit.
- π The video also serves as a cautionary tale for influencers, emphasizing the need for ethical behavior and the potential consequences of succumbing to negative traits.
- π€ The collaborative attack on James Charles by Tati, Jeffree Star, and Shane Dawson underscores the destructive power of envy when influencers band together against a successful peer.
Q & A
What is the definition of gluttony according to the video script?
-Gluttony is defined as greedy or excessive indulgence.
Which YouTuber is mentioned as a representation of gluttony in the script?
-Amberlynn Reed is mentioned as a representation of gluttony.
What was the initial purpose of Amberlynn Reed's YouTube channel?
-Amberlynn Reed initially started her YouTube channel for weight loss.
How did Amberlynn Reed's attitude towards her weight loss journey change over time?
-Amberlynn Reed's attitude changed from being optimistic to extremely pessimistic about her potential to make progress in her weight loss journey.
What is the definition of wrath according to the video script?
-Wrath is defined as extreme anger.
Which YouTuber is mentioned as a representation of wrath in the script?
-Jordy Jordan, aka Wings of Redemption, is mentioned as a representation of wrath.
What event marked the beginning of Jordy Jordan's wrathful behavior in the video script?
-Jordy Jordan's wrathful behavior began after a 1v1 Call of Duty match loss to another player named Syndicate.
What is the definition of greed according to the video script?
-Greed is defined as a selfish and excessive desire for more than something than is needed.
Which YouTubers are mentioned as representations of greed in the script?
-Benny and Rafi Fine, known for attempting to trademark the reaction genre, are mentioned as representations of greed.
What was the public's reaction to the Fine Bros' attempt to trademark the reaction genre?
-The public reacted negatively, causing the Fine Bros to lose over 500,000 subscribers in a week.
What is the definition of lust according to the video script?
-Lust is defined as unbridled sexual desire, especially when you sacrifice something because of it.
Which YouTuber is mentioned as a representation of lust in the script?
-The ex-YouTuber known as EDP-445, AKA Brian Morland, is mentioned as a representation of lust.
What was the consequence of EDP-445's actions that led to his downfall?
-EDP-445's sexual desire led him to sacrifice his YouTube account with over 2.2 million subscribers and his entire life.
What is the definition of pride according to the video script?
-Pride is defined as inordinate self-esteem, an unreasonable conceit of one's own superiority and talents.
Which YouTube channel is mentioned as a representation of pride in the script?
-The Ace Family channel is mentioned as a representation of pride.
What financial decision did the Ace Family make that led to their downfall?
-The Ace Family made the decision to take out a hard money loan to finance a 10 million dollar property, which they later defaulted on, leading to financial ruin.
What is the definition of sloth according to the video script?
-Sloth, in the context of the script, refers to deliberately choosing the easy path and not leaving one's comfort zone.
Which YouTuber is mentioned as a representation of sloth in the script?
-Ethan Klein is mentioned as a representation of sloth.
How did Ethan Klein's content change over time, as mentioned in the script?
-Ethan Klein's content changed from creating passionate and high-quality videos to becoming a mediocre, easily offended podcast host.
What is the definition of envy according to the video script?
-Envy is not explicitly defined in the script, but it is portrayed as a feeling of discontent or resentment arising from another's advantages or success.
Which YouTuber is mentioned as a representation of envy in the script?
-Tati Westbrook is mentioned as a representation of envy.
What event is associated with Tati Westbrook's envy in the script?
-Tati Westbrook's envy is associated with the 'bi-sister' video in which she accused fellow YouTuber James Charles of predatory behavior.
Outlines
π½οΈ Gluttony and the Downfall of Amberlynn Reed
Amberlynn Reed, a YouTuber who initially gained support for her weight loss journey, represents the sin of gluttony through her eventual embrace of excessive indulgence in food. Despite starting with a positive outlook, Amberlynn's pessimism and consistent weight gain led to her abandoning her weight loss goals. Her channel shifted focus to mukbang-style videos, which paradoxically gained more views than her weight loss content, creating a perverse incentive. Amberlynn became aware of her audience's hate-watching, which is a dilemma shared with other YouTubers mentioned in the script.
π‘ Wrath and the Transformation of Jordy 'Wings of Redemption'
Jordy Jordan, known as 'Wings of Redemption,' exemplifies the sin of wrath, characterized by extreme anger. Initially a relatable and honest YouTuber, Jordy's transformation began with a competitive gaming loss that led to a public outburst. This incident marked a shift in his public image, and his subsequent move to Twitch streaming further exposed his anger issues. Jordy's inability to control his rage during live streams created a toxic environment, which ultimately contributed to a decline in his viewership and a tarnished reputation.
π€ Greed and the Fine Bros' Controversial Trademark Attempt
The Fine Bros, Benny and Rafi, are highlighted for their attempt to trademark the reaction video genre, which they claimed was a licensing of their format. This move was perceived as an act of greed, as it seemed to disregard the communal nature of YouTube content creation. Their plan backfired, leading to a significant loss of subscribers. Despite a poorly received apology and a promise to cancel their 'React World' program, their subscriber count eventually recovered, suggesting that their sin did not significantly impact their career.
π₯ Lust and the Downfall of EDP-445
EDP-445, or Brian Morland, is a former YouTuber whose unbridled sexual desire led to the loss of his YouTube account and reputation. Initially known for his Philadelphia Eagles content, his channel took a disturbing turn with videos focused on adult content. His downfall was cemented when he was caught in a sting operation, attempting to meet a minor. This act of lust not only cost him his online presence but also his standing in society.
π‘ Pride and the Financial Ruin of the Ace Family
The Ace Family, a vlogging channel run by Austin and Catherine McGroom, represents the sin of pride through their portrayal of a perfect, materialistic lifestyle. Despite rapid growth and a dedicated fanbase, their pride led them to make financially irresponsible decisions, such as taking out a high-interest hard money loan to purchase a luxurious house. This decision resulted in foreclosure and financial ruin, demonstrating the consequences of excessive pride.
π Sloth and Ethan Klein's Shift to Podcasting
Ethan Klein, once a beloved YouTuber, is now seen as embodying the sin of sloth due to his transition into a podcast host. His initial passion for creating quality content has waned, with his focus shifting to the H3H3 podcast. While this move has not led to a decline in views, it has resulted in a decrease in the type of content that initially garnered him a following, reflecting a choice of the easy path over consistent dedication to his craft.
π Envy and the Disintegration of Tati Westbrook's Reputation
Tati Westbrook's envy towards fellow YouTuber James Charles led to a public attack that backfired, damaging her reputation. Accusing James of predatory behavior in a video, she later faced backlash when it was revealed that she was the one who initiated contact. This orchestrated attack, involving other beauty YouTubers, was driven by envy of James' success and resulted in a significant loss of viewership and trust for Tati.
Mindmap
Keywords
π‘Seven Deadly Sins
π‘Gluttony
π‘Wrath
π‘Greed
π‘Lust
π‘Pride
π‘Sloth
π‘Envy
π‘Mukbang
π‘Catfish
Highlights
AmberLynn Reed represents the sin of gluttony, initially symbolizing overcoming it but later embracing it through a pessimistic attitude towards weight loss.
AmberLynn's weight loss journey turned into a weight gain spiral, with her channel focusing more on food consumption in mukbang-style videos.
Jordy 'Wings of Redemption' Jordan exemplifies wrath, with his anger issues becoming more evident through live streaming on Twitch.
The Fine Bros attempted to trademark the reaction genre, showcasing their greed and leading to a significant backlash from the YouTube community.
EDP-445, or Brian Morland, lost his YouTube career and life due to his actions driven by lust, culminating in a sting operation exposing his predatory behavior.
The Ace Family's channel was built on pride, portraying a picture-perfect image that eventually led to financial ruin due to their materialistic lifestyle.
Ethan Klein's shift from creating content to hosting a podcast reflects the sin of sloth, as his passion for content creation has seemingly diminished.
Tati Westbrook's envy towards James Charles led to a public attack that backfired, damaging her reputation and illustrating the consequences of envy.
The video discusses the seven deadly sins as represented by YouTubers, providing insights into how these sins manifest in digital personalities.
AmberLynn's initial positive reception and subsequent shift to a negative attitude highlight the potential pitfalls of public weight loss journeys.
Jordy's transition from a 'chill' persona to one of wrath showcases how public figures can change over time and the impact of competitive gaming.
The Fine Bros' licensing attempt and its failure underscore the importance of understanding and respecting the community's values in content creation.
EDP-445's story serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of unchecked desires and the consequences they can have on one's life and career.
The Ace Family's narrative of pride leading to financial downfall emphasizes the risks of portraying an unrealistic image of success.
Ethan Klein's move to podcasting and the decline in his main channel's activity reflect a shift in priorities and the impact on fan engagement.
Tati Westbrook's downfall due to envy demonstrates the destructive power of envy and its potential to damage one's reputation in the public eye.
Transcripts
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seven deadly sins greed lust Envy Pride
gluttony wrath and sloth there are seven
more YouTubers in particular that
perfectly represent these seven deadly
sins starting with gluttony according to
Merriam-Webster gluttony is greedy or
excessive Indulgence and by that
definition the YouTuber amberlynn Reed
is a sad but fitting representation of
the sin what makes your story sad is
that at one point she symbolized
overcoming gluttony instead of embracing
it on November 17 2013 amberlynn posted
her first ever video titled nervous plus
awkward plus weight loss Vlog my name is
Amber Lynn and I wanted to start
um
a YouTube channel for weight loss she
was met with numerous positive comments
commending her bravery and noting that
her openness about her own weight loss
Journey was inspiring others to follow
in her footsteps but following in her
footsteps would quickly turn out to be a
bad idea as only one week after her
first video she would make it clear she
had an extremely pessimistic attitude
about her potential to actually make
progress I don't have willpower like I
used to this week I want to be down at
least three pounds I remember the days
where I was down three pounds a day but
I'm never gonna be
that again this set the tone for the
beginning of amberlin's Journey as in
the following weeks she reported a
consistent weight gain instead of the
desired loss so I did my weigh-in I was
up 2.8 you guys probably are getting
frustrated with me maybe because every
time I weigh in I'm like not losing as
the new year old around amberlin created
a resolution to get below 300 pounds and
actually made some significant progress
towards this goal she reached a weight
of 349 pounds losing an impressive 20
pounds from her weight of 370 but
unfortunately this was the lowest her
weight would go from this point on
amberlin's way slowly started to spiral
out of control it appeared that
amberlynn had become frustrated with the
negative direction of her journey and
decided to give it up altogether this
title is not click bait at all I am done
with my weight loss Journey the constant
on her Channel became more focused on
the food she was eating with many
mukbang Style videos
these videos unfortunately gained more
views than talking about her weight loss
Journey ever did creating a backwards
incentive structure like we previously
saw in nicocado's Channel at this point
amberlynn was well aware that her
audience was made up primarily of people
hate watching her and the sad reality of
a situation like this is that your
audience on YouTube are the people who
are technically paying the bills this
kind of hate watching dilemma isn't
unique to amberlynn the next person on
this list is also stuck in the same
unfortunate situation and is our
candidate for wrath wrath is defined as
extreme anger Jordy Jordan aka wings of
redemption embodies wrath to the fullest
degree but Jordy wasn't always like this
he had his start in the early days of
YouTube making laid-back Call of Duty
commentary videos he built up a
reputation for himself as a chill
relatable guy who was open and honest
about what he was feeling and thinking
about we can pinpoint his wrathful
Beginnings to one face full night when
he began to feel threatened by another
Call of Duty player who was supposedly
better than he was at the game after
talking down to the player whose name is
Syndicate they decided to set up a 1v1
match the rules were set as the player
who could reach 30 kills first or who
had more kills after 10 minutes would
win after a very intense match Syndicate
came out on top with 14 kills compared
to jordy's 9. this loss sent Jordy into
a rage causing him to break his
controller and blame his friend for the
whole ordeal Wings did you spawn it
I Broke My Controller why the you
stream that
it was your idea no I didn't say
streaming this event would severely
tarnish jordy's reputation and mark the
beginning of the public perception that
he wasn't the chill guy that everyone
thought he was with his tarnish
reputation Shorty's YouTube views began
to slowly dry up he decided to switch to
streaming on Twitch where he had access
to live donations and monthly paid
subscriptions but the decision to
broadcast himself live highlighted
jordy's wrath in a way that was never
witnessed before even though streaming a
loud Jordy access to these new income
opportunities it prevented him from
editing out his extreme outbursts of
anger this Dynamic created a cesspool of
toxicity where jordy's viewers try
everything they can to get a reaction
out of him based off what we know about
Jordy it's definitely fair to say that
his wrath wasn't very calculated but the
YouTubers who represent greed were
extremely strategic in their sin greed
is defined as a selfish and excessive
desire for more than something than is
needed and what better example is there
of read on YouTube then when in early
2016 Benny and Rafi fine tried to
legally trademark the whole of the
reaction genre we are excited to
announce react World with the first
time that allows people and companies to
license all our popular shows online in
entertainment industry terms when you
create a version of a show based on
someone else's format this is called
licensing which many TV shows have done
over time for example Britain's Got
Talent and America's Got Talent if you
had no idea what kind of content the
fine Rose produced that may have
seemed somewhat reasonable like the
example they gave of America's Got
Talent licensing Simon Cowell's format
and IP of Britain's Got Talent for an
American audience makes a lot of sense
but once you learn that their format was
putting someone in front of a computer
and filming their reaction to an already
existing piece of content their obvious
greed comes to the surface the Fine Bros
react trademark announcement proved to
backfire on them quickly as they lost
over 500 000 subscribers in the week
following the news after this massive
backlash they responded to a viral
Reddit thread in our slash videos in an
attempt to explain they'd only been
trying to trademark the quote-unquote
structural elements of their series
along with their red to AMA they
released what most people consider to be
one of the worst apology videos in
YouTube history following the theme of
the Reddit response this apology seemed
to blame Their audience for not
understanding what they were actually
trying to say when their sub count
wouldn't stop dropping they hoped
everyone would forget about what
happened and released a written
statement where they said they would be
canceling their react World program but
bizarrely enough the Fine Bros PR
strategy appeared to have worked four
months later they had recouped all their
lost subs and were growing once again
their sin didn't appear to have ended
their career at all but this couldn't be
said for the next YouTuber on this list
whose sin caused him to lose literally
everything and is our candidate for lust
Miriam Webster defines lust as unbridled
sexual desire especially when you
sacrifice something because of it the
ex-youtuber known as
edp-445 fits this definition perfectly
his sexual desire is led him to
sacrifice his YouTube account with over
2 2 million subscribers but more than
that his entire life edp-445 AKA Brian
Morland was once a very well-liked
YouTuber known for his willingness to
speak his mind he began his channel in
the early days of YouTube growing his
catalog of videos which mainly consisted
of him rancing about all things
Philadelphia Eagles his uniquely raw
style gained him a decent amount of
notoriety among other Eagles fans and
landed him an interview in the
Philadelphia magazine where he's
described as having a cult following
following his appearance in the article
Bryant would slowly but surely continue
to build up his subscriber base but at
some point his viewers would notice an
odd amount of videos were focused on his
love for adult content one slightly
disturbing standout video recounted the
time he stole multiple bras from his
local laundromat in hindsight these
videos may have been early warning signs
of Bryant's malicious side but his
audience at the time wrote them off as
part of his quirky personality but it
wouldn't be long until this facade of
the quirky personality came tumbling
down
so what is this man come on Edie 445 I
thought you said you're not all right
okay so why'd you text five underage
girls why'd you fall for this decoy
account why'd you fall for it that's you
right let's click on your name oh you
have me blocked this video is from
coldraven a small YouTuber who catfished
Brian with an account of a fake underage
girl it was this video along with cold
Raven reporting on real underage girls
Bryant was texting that speculation
began of more Sinister intentions these
speculations would be confirmed when the
infamous EDP cotton 4K video was
uploaded to YouTube a channel called
Predator poachers created an elaborate
to catch a predator-esque sting
operation by learning Brian to meet them
with the girl he believed to be 13.
after being exposed Bryant got banned
from every major social media platform
because of how he embraced his sin the
next YouTuber on this list still has a
massive social media presence but turned
his life upside down and is our
candidate for pride pride is defined as
inordinate self-esteem an unreasonable
conceit of One's Own superiority and
talents Beauty wealth and
accomplishments essentially believing
you are something greater than you
actually are this perfectly describes
the sad situation of the ace family a
family Vlog channel built on a massive
Foundation of prideful lies it's clear
that from the very beginning the ace
Family Channel was created by Austin and
Catherine mcgroom as a vanity project in
all their videos you get the impression
that they are trying to come across as
the picture-perfect family and at the
time it was working they gained a
million subscribers in less than one
year after starting the channel and
began to grow an audience of dedicated
fans as the Channel's growth ramps up so
did The Not So subtle materialistic
undertones of the content expensive
Louis Vuitton bags for Mom and endless
supply of new shoes new clothes and so
many new cars all these items would give
off the overwhelming impression of
success but whether they could even
afford all this stuff came into question
when they posted a tour of their brand
new La Mansion after some detective work
viewers quickly figured out that the new
house the ace family had supposedly
bought was just a lease now there's
nothing inherently prideful about
renting a house but it was the fact that
they wanted their viewers to believe
they owned it or their pride came
through it wouldn't be long until the
ace family moved into an even more
luxurious house except this time they
were actually buying it the mcbrooms
made the extremely irresponsible
decision of taking out what's called a
hard money loan in order to finance
their new property which cost them a
total of 10 million dollars a hard money
loan comes from a private entity versus
a traditional lender like a big Bank
these loans have extremely high interest
rates and are typically used exclusively
by house flippers because of their short
payback window to no one's surprise not
long after purchasing the house the make
rooms defaulted on their loans putting
their property into foreclosure the ace
family put them themselves in financial
ruin because of how they Embrace their
sin but bizarrely enough our candidate
for sloth has become richer than ever by
embracing theirs choosing a candidate
for sloth is actually pretty difficult
more so than the other sins this is
because if someone is significant enough
to be on this list they are reasonably
successful in one way or another
sustained success inherently requires a
level of consistency and dedication
which is the opposite of sloth so I
needed to choose someone not who isn't
dedicated at all because in a YouTube
sense this would just be never uploading
a video but someone who deliberately
chose the easy path and when trying to
find someone who chose the easy path I
didn't need to look any further than
Ethan Klein Ethan once being one of the
most loved YouTubers on the platform has
transitioned into a mediocre easily
offended podcast host what makes this
transformation especially tragic is that
Ethan has become exactly the kind of
person he used to roast in His Glory
Days he got his start by being the
conscience of YouTube in a sense
disavowing some of the awful content
that dominated the platform in the early
2010s Ethan and his wife hila pioneered
the now extremely popular genre of their
reaction video with a focus on
cringe-worthy topics they could make fun
of along with these roasting type videos
Ethan and Ila started to experiment with
different IRL content like their modern
art video 100 layers of beanies and the
classic Vape Nation video If one thing
was clear during this time it was that
Ethan had a genuine passion to create
the best content he possibly could but
as the years went on this genuine
passion would sadly disappear on April 7
2017 Ethan and Ila launched a new
project the h3h3 podcast at first the
podcast was incredible growing
exponentially due to their ability to
share the never-before-heard stories of
large YouTubers as the podcast continued
to grow the amount of uploads on the
main channel would begin to shrink to a
halt from a business standpoint this
made a lot of sense because the podcast
could have up to four sponsors in one
episode and be made on a much more
consistent basis from a Content
standpoint H3 fans were being deprived
from what made them love Ethan in the
first place even though Ethan Klein is
embracing sloth and not leaving his
comfort zone his podcast Channel isn't
really suffering from a decline in views
unlike the next YouTuber on this list
and our candidate for Envy toddy
Westbrook was a once very successful
makeup creator that now struggles to
pull in three percent of her 8 million
subscribers it's true that the makeup
genre on YouTube saw someone of a
decrease in popularity over the last
four years or so but if we take a look
at someone in the same space as tati for
example Manny mua we can see his Channel
shows nowhere near as drastic of a
decrease in views so if it wasn't a lack
of interest in the genre what caused
this problem for tati the answer to this
question is her Envy on April 22nd 2019
tati would post a 4 minute and 53 second
long series of Instagram stories where
she is visibly upset and crying in these
stories she talked about someone not
mentioned by name who had supposedly
used her I'm just so upset
I feel really used welcome to business
everybody says what they need to say and
uses who they need to use to get ahead
and I have had about
enough
a few weeks later tati would make this
Anonymous person known in her Infamous
bi-sister video in the video tati
essentially tries to paint a fellow
makeup YouTuber James Charles as a
single Predator who prays on stray men
the being used aspect refers to how
James took an Instagram sponsorship from
a vitamin brand that was in competition
to tatis after she posted the video tati
made another statement on Instagram
doubling down on James's predatory
behavior predatory behavior should not
be swept under the rug or Justified away
based on someone's age this is not the
way people should be treating each other
I know that and I need to speak up on
this it's not out of hate I truly wish
for Change and healing but when the
supposed victim came out with his own
video disclosing that he was actually
the one who reached out to James first
and then decided to make out with him
the Predator narrative would be thrown
out the window keep in mind this was
long before any of the newer allegations
to where James were made at this point
in time James was truly innocent so if
the video wasn't made because James was
actually a predator why would James
taking a small sponsorship from a
competitor make tatsi want to end her
relationship with James her supposedly
close friend the answer is Envy but
tatsi wasn't alone the whole bi-sister
video was an orchestrated attack between
Jeffree Star Shane Dawson and tati three
stagnating Beauty YouTubers that didn't
like the fact that James was dominating
the market with his meteoric rise tati
claims she was manipulated into making
the video by Shane and Jeffrey but
Charlie puts it best on why that excuse
doesn't add up Teddy is nearly 40 years
old and she knows what she's doing she
knew what she was doing with the James
Charles situation toddy's Envy cost her
her reputation and in the YouTube world
that's the most valuable asset you can
have as Robert Greene says in the 48
Laws of Power law number five so much
depends on reputation guard it with your
life
thank you
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