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About
YouTube star and video journalist who posts breakdown videos about historical events, business and tech, culture, and more. He initially joined Vox Media as a writer in 2015 and landed a role as a senior video producer which he filled until December 2023. His self-titled YouTube channel has 24 million views and 310,000 subscribers who love his detailed explanations of the "whys" and "hows" of things.
Before Fame
Though he created his YouTube account in May 2009, his first video "My Gear for Shooting Solo" was posted in 2020. Before his YouTube popularity, he moved to the video team at Vox during his first year and covered everything from history to culture, design, and many other topics. He also works as an independent producer under Phil Edwards Inc.
Trivia
One of his most-watched videos which has millions of views explains why Legos won against Kiddicraft's self-locking building bricks. His videos are dynamic and interactive and often feature stimulating graphics and visuals.
Family Life
He was born in the United States and graduated with Honors from the University of Wisconsin with a Bachelor's degree in English and History.
Associated With
One of his most-viewed videos "Why Every 90s Celebrity Got a Milk Mustache" broke down the ad campaign "Got Milk" which featured everyone from former President Bill Clinton to Naomi Campbell.
