Would you pay Linus for his videos?

[ShearMe]

EDIT: This service is completely optional for viewers - videos are still FREE.

 

So, I was listening to some Pomplamoose at work a while ago, and was pondering about Linus's videos and how I kinda want more of them. Before long I ran out of things to ponder, began whistling along to the music, started to think about Jack Conte's (one of the band's members) website Patreon. I gave myself a little chuckle at how brilliant the idea was, but then it hit me - wouldn't it be great to support tech channels using this same service? I've often complained to myself in the past about how YouTubers don't give me an effective means of "voting with my wallet" so-to-speak. Patreon gives me that option.

 

Founded in May 2013 and based in San Francisco, California, Patreon was created to enable fans to support and engage with the artists and creators they love. Empowering a new generation of creators, Patreon is bringing patronage back to the 21st century.

Patreon lets fans become patrons of their favorite artists and content creators. Unlike other fundraising services that raise for a single big event, Patreon is for content creators who create a stream of smaller works, like YouTube musicians, bloggers, comic creators, etc.

 

So what do you guys think? Linus's first fundraiser was successful, so I'd be surprised if this wasn't as well. There would probably have to be some reorganizing of the types of videos produced (maybe even that third channel we've yet to see...?  ), but I'm sure this would be a great opportunity.

 

Also, tag  @LinusTech for me serber jebus

[miyabwah]

Yes. I would.

[LonliestofAll]

Maybe

[LinusTech]

We're really good at finding sponsors to help us pay for things, and as an entitled "Internet-generation" kiddie I love free to view content and I wish all content could be free to view, so that's what I want to deliver.

 

With that said, we haven't been ashamed of asking for funding when we need it. That First Blood badge in your name directly helped us pay to continue developing, and we've got another campaign upcoming that will help us acquire the equipment and sets we need to start running a daily show as well as redesign the home page of the forum.

 

We may add regular contributions through the forum at some point like a monthly membership (of course you can still access the content for free if you wish) but that's still in the early stages right now.

[Dudenstein]

Honestly I wouldn't cause there's others just as good if not better that do it for free

[Bluejay0]

We're really good at finding sponsors to help us pay for things, and as an entitled "Internet-generation" kiddie I love free to view content and I wish all content could be free to view, so that's what I want to deliver.

 

With that said, we haven't been ashamed of asking for funding when we need it. That First Blood badge in your name directly helped us pay to continue developing, and we've got another campaign upcoming that will help us acquire the equipment and sets we need to start running a daily show as well as redesign the home page of the forum.

 

We may add regular contributions through the forum at some point like a monthly membership (of course you can still access the content for free if you wish) but that's still in the early stages right now.

 

And he has spoken. Thread over! Who wan't to get dinner with me?

[Alibaladin]

It would be nice if Linus host on some other video hosting that has exclusive social features. Paying Annual fees wouldn't have a pitch on people who follow him ever since his golden hair sitting on couch videos.

[Arshdeep]

No one would not pay for his videos so yeah, that says something.

[ShearMe]

We're really good at finding sponsors to help us pay for things, and as an entitled "Internet-generation" kiddie I love free to view content and I wish all content could be free to view, so that's what I want to deliver.

 

With that said, we haven't been ashamed of asking for funding when we need it. That First Blood badge in your name directly helped us pay to continue developing, and we've got another campaign upcoming that will help us acquire the equipment and sets we need to start running a daily show as well as redesign the home page of the forum.

 

We may add regular contributions through the forum at some point like a monthly membership (of course you can still access the content for free if you wish) but that's still in the early stages right now.

 

The good thing about Patreon, is that it is completely optional for us, while still providing you funds, and free videos to everyone.

[EChondo]

No one would not pay for his videos so yeah, that says something.

I wouldn't pay for his videos. 

[wng_kingsley7]

I'm open to having free or payed content I mean if its a pound/dollar to watch 30 videos a day your really not missing out on anything much also it takes a lot of time to do technology reviews not disregarding that reviews and stuff take little time at all.

I think if your paying you should still have the exact same user content and ability as a free member to not be unequal about everything in a forum. Plus I think if helping our admin/community by keeping it together is a payed for price. It worth the money spent as the money gained.

[Adamz946]

I would because Linus and the rest of the team are always my main source for tech content, I don't watch any others really, just personal preference I guess. 

 

Linus pretty much summed it up in his post.

[MegaDave91]

No one would not pay for his videos so yeah, that says something.

 

Says who?

[RuecanOnRails]

An even better method of paying content providers directly would be micro transactions using Bitcoin.

 

Look into project watershed. http://bitcoinmagazine.com/5973/bitcoins-watershed-moment-an-open-source-cryptocurrency-ecosystem/

[ShearMe]

An even better method of paying content providers directly would be micro transactions using Bitcoin.

 

Look into project watershed. http://bitcoinmagazine.com/5973/bitcoins-watershed-moment-an-open-source-cryptocurrency-ecosystem/

Don't hijack me bro.

[Titanicium]

To say it like this: I would rather pay for his content then watching ads...

[MegaDave91]

To say it like this: I would rather pay for his content then watching ads...

So you have zero patience is what you're saying.

[Arshdeep]

I wouldn't pay for his videos. 

Thats fine. It is optional as the OP says.

[Arshdeep]

Says who?

When I posted, no one said that they wouldn't pay, now it is about 13... Honesty?

[Arshdeep]

We're really good at finding sponsors to help us pay for things, and as an entitled "Internet-generation" kiddie I love free to view content and I wish all content could be free to view, so that's what I want to deliver.

 

With that said, we haven't been ashamed of asking for funding when we need it. That First Blood badge in your name directly helped us pay to continue developing, and we've got another campaign upcoming that will help us acquire the equipment and sets we need to start running a daily show as well as redesign the home page of the forum.

 

We may add regular contributions through the forum at some point like a monthly membership (of course you can still access the content for free if you wish) but that's still in the early stages right now.

I hate change. Even good or bad...

[DirkaFat]

So you have zero patience is what you're saying.

Hey, at least he's willing to pay in place of watching the adv. 

No harm done

[ShearMe]

To say it like this: I would rather pay for his content then watching ads...

I'll be honest: I use ad block. Patreon would allow me to support the YouTubers I watch, and still enjoy an ad-free experience.

[Titanicium]

So you have zero patience is what you're saying.

 

For ads: Yes

 

Normally: No

 

Paying instead of watching ads is the same as buying yourself a brand new Audi instead of getting your dad old Renault with a broken clutch and nasty paint job. You pay to escape the annoyances of having the Renault.

[MegaDave91]

When I posted, no one said that they wouldn't pay, now it is about 13... Honesty?

Ok, but how many 'yes' voters there were at that time is what matters more.

[Xsilent(X)]

youtube is already paying linus so why will we pay him? and the fact is that he does not make that so many content. if he would liked to give him a little bit of money he needs to ad average 5 videos a day.