Why Create a Third Channel?

Thanks to Panasonic for sending me a GH5!

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Filmed by Raquel Nuno

[derek]

I am astounded by the number of people who think this decision was financially motivated. That's not even plausible. If I posted these videos on Veritasium they would get more views and make more money. The real reasons are:
1. Because I want to make videos in a particular style that differs from what Veritasium has typically been, and
2. I want to work with other people on Sciencium whereas Veritasium has always been my own personal endeavor.

[keineahnung]

Tbh most people probably subscribe because of you. The format doesn't matter. The way you explain things is awesome and you are just a really nice guy. If everything was on one channel you would reach more people and grow a single channel with more regular content. But it is your decision of course and if it helps you to organize and be more productive it is probably the best for the people that subscribed to all three of your channels.

[daserfomalhaut]

Why are people complaining? Is he NOT giving you free content of the same quality and subject?

[O.]

what I get from this: this channel is more vlog orientated, the first channel is for bigger science projects, the third is for smaller, quicker science projects??

[TheCyborgLizard]

I will subscribe to every channel you make.

[CoinOpTV]

bravo dude love the behind the scenes stuff!

[madebyeos]

For some reason I assumed you wouldn't edit the videos yourself. Seeing how much you actually know and care about filming and editing makes your work even more impressive! Thumbs up and respect to you! :)

[scilabus]

Thank you for the answer. It was interesting.
I also discovered your teleprompter, and I'm gonna buy it right now ! (mine is home made, in wood and glass, very sturdy...).
Thanks for sharing your process, it is interesting to follow.

I will not apply, having my own channel and a PhD to finish, but I wish you all the best leading a team.

[danteregianifreitas]

how about the interview videos? I miss them so much... have you stopped because people started to hate the way you talked to people? If so, you mustn't care about them, I really love that kind of format because I feel like that by hearing other people's doubts I understand the subject deeper. I'm big fan of your work, wish you the best

[TempvsMortis]

This still doesn't really explain the need for another channel. Do you really think the people on Veritasium wouldn't want to watch the Sciencium videos? Creating a second channel just creates another hurdle for people who want to see all of your videos, and inevitably some percentage of your Veritasium viewers won't subscribe to Sciencium because they'll miss this video or another one about Sciencium, and only a fraction of your original audience will subscribe to the new channel. I mean, just look at SciShow. They have the normal videos, the QQs, the talk shows, and the game shows. Given how many videos they make, splitting off SciShow space makes sense so people's subscription feeds won't be flooded. You have the opposite problem with Veritasium, as you've said yourself, and so if anything Veritasium would benefit from the higher content output from the videos you're currently planning to put on Sciencium.

[IlicSorrentino]

I care only about your passion, your scientific methodology in presenting arguments. For me you can open hundreds of channels. Good luck and good work.

[PierreMarkuse]

Interesting to see a bit of the behind the scenes process. And I believe the more structured way (and the more regular uploads) of videos on Sciencium is something that could in the end get more people to watch them regularly. Not saying that wouldn't be the case with Veritasium, but compared to Sciencium, Veritasium now feels more like a special feature.

[Caspur]

This is so siiick, I love all your videos Derek, I dont mind waiting for videos on veritasium because theyr always such good content, respect the hustle m8 keep the vids coming cant wait for the next one

[usmanadil]

really really proud veritasium fan. #notificationsquad. I'm thinking of making a channel like veritasium in my native language Urdu!! Again, biggest inspiration for my Physics major: Veritasium!! You're amazing Derek!

[miyo]

I'm liking the format. Interesting videos more often so great!

[nightshade]

I really don't understand why people are so mean. I think you are doing a good work with your channels and the quality of your content is amazing. I like the fact that you are passionate about what you do and you always try something new.

[Richard-Freeman]

Thank you for being you :) I really appreciate everything you do here on youtube.

[calebaw]

Vertiasium = top quality, low quantity, professional investigative journalism. 2vertiasium = high quantity, raw / unscripted and personal sharing for the hard core fans. Sciencium = core science education. These styles / brands would dilute each other and confuse their audiences if they shared the same branding.

[martinconrad]

I appreciate how you share your journey and your process (and your goofs), and let us behind the camera with you. For me, it really humanizes you as a YouTuber and adds quality to all of your channels. Thanks for your openness.

[tone]

Honestly I'm still not sure I get the point, but really if it helps you organize things in your mind then that's probably reason enough. Best of luck with the new venture.