Behind the Scenes of Ghost Files, Puppet History & the People That Made Them • Making Watcher

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  • Опубліковано 22 гру 2022
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  • @watcher
    @watcher  Рік тому +381

    👟 Vessis are the perfect gift under the tree and on your feet. Get the style and size you want now before they sell out! Check out their Holiday Sale at vessi.com/WATCHER, code WATCHER for 15% off your entire order if you missed the sale. Free shipping to CA, US, AU,JP, TW, KR, SGP, “Online Store”

    • @kaiyote7924
      @kaiyote7924 Рік тому +16

      im actually very happy you guys made this vid. youtube has somewhat of a sh*tty reputation with algorithms and promotions. i legitimately didnt know about the historical makeup show you made until now. im going to go check it out.

    • @blackscreenstories3704
      @blackscreenstories3704 Рік тому +7

      Thank you for everything you've done for all of us viewers while simultaneously chasing your dreams. What you're doing is bigger than youtube. Always remember that. There will come a day where Watcher is on peacock and Netflix. Whatever your vision is it will happen

    • @roodalballysingh2721
      @roodalballysingh2721 Рік тому

      We love and support you always. P.S. i can't wait for ghost files, worth a shot, puppet history and dish granted, keep up the good work.

    • @leedelee3305
      @leedelee3305 Рік тому

      These shoes are awesome!! Love your sponsors and love your content even more! Keep up the great work Watcher crew, my favourite UA-cam channel!

    • @MissySimpleM
      @MissySimpleM Рік тому

      I might try these out. I go paddleboarding in the summer and like to have shoes on. I bough 2 pairs of crocs pacers and while they don't get wet they destroy my heel. Hopefully Vessis don't have this problem

  • @ghost_type_dan
    @ghost_type_dan Рік тому +4450

    Finding out Watcher hasn't been profitable is both incredibly surprising, as I can't imagine seeing this and not wanting to support, but also unsurprising with the immense production value and effort that goes into every single show

    • @samg5601
      @samg5601 Рік тому +224

      "Non profitable" doesn't necessarily mean that they're not being supported! Usually calling a business a non profit just means that they're not earning anything from it personally- all the money made by the company goes directly back into the company. Not sure if that's exactly what he meant but that's what i took it as!

    • @luvely1062
      @luvely1062 Рік тому +178

      @Sam G but NOT profitable, and NON profitable is a big difference.
      I loved too many spirits, I wonder if they made some funds with those videos. They seems to be very low background budget.

    • @squidthing
      @squidthing Рік тому +70

      I mean most productions aren't "profitable" its called 'Hollywood accounting' hahaha. I'm sure the trio aren't about to become bankrupt any time soon...

    • @raspymorten
      @raspymorten Рік тому +129

      It's a pretty normal thing for most start ups to not be profitable for the first few years while they're still growing.

    • @Taylor-tt6dd
      @Taylor-tt6dd Рік тому +136

      I think this was a subtle way of them saying "hey we still definitely need your support please keep supporting us we need to sustain our staff and the level of production value y'all are used to"

  • @auggie532
    @auggie532 Рік тому +488

    That little note about Steven being pissed that Ryan was overworking staff in editing is SO indicative that he's a good boss. Shoutout to Steven for caring about the Watcher staff like that.

    • @planetaryray7119
      @planetaryray7119 Рік тому +28

      i thought that too! as an editor myself that was nice to hear

    • @gr33ngirlsea
      @gr33ngirlsea Рік тому +30

      Absolutely! Especially with a start up and creative company, having Human resources and a strong respect for your employees is so important, but very frequently overlooked, so I'm happy he really is conscious about long-term business thinking and employee welfare.

  • @mollymc3482
    @mollymc3482 Рік тому +549

    I'm sorry but Ryan being anxious about ghost files being good and shane just having 100% faith in him is so nice

  • @cheese8878
    @cheese8878 Рік тому +2047

    The fact watcher is three years old already is wild

    • @andy56duky
      @andy56duky Рік тому +8

      Not just that, they're all former employees of a larger company. I'm not gonna say that channel name.

    • @matthewschumm1836
      @matthewschumm1836 Рік тому +15

      the fact that covid is three years old already is wild

    • @kingludi6800
      @kingludi6800 Рік тому

      Was just bout to say

    • @brynbailey7132
      @brynbailey7132 Рік тому +8

      I call it "Covid time". Everything is skewed in my mind as far as a timeline of events in the last few years

  • @marihoodwink
    @marihoodwink Рік тому +2168

    I cant believe Steven just casually threw out "if the company fails, who cares?". I get what hes saying but it was a funny line. Like, I care quite a bit actually haha. I'm so fond of these shows and they are so fun and creative. There are so many people out here who really want you guys to succeed and to continue to make content you are passionate about.
    Every time a new Making Watcher ep comes out I get so emotional and up my patreon amount XD

    • @pdoyled
      @pdoyled Рік тому +38

      I guess he means it in a "all things must pass" way. I hope they don't stop anytime soon for sure and continue to grow as a company producing quality content for years to come still, but it's a reality check that whatever happens to them (and us) in life, is temporary. It's about the journey: taking the highs and lows, the development and nurturing that has gone into how they have grown as a business, as high quality creatives, and personally as human beings. Recognising that process is important.
      So whatevers happens next for them all, and us as the audience, they/we can be proud and glad of what they/we have done and been a part of.

    • @marihoodwink
      @marihoodwink Рік тому +21

      @@pdoyled Oh no, I totally understood what he was trying to say. It was really sweet of him and I get that he was trying to be supportive. I just thought it was such a funny line for him to yell out haha. Like, excuse me? What do you mean who cares? Im over here crying about the PH finale and you say this to me? You come into my house on the day my patreon payment goes through and you ask me "who cares?".

    • @jacobdavidson2390
      @jacobdavidson2390 Рік тому +3

      ​@@pdoyled from one Davidson to another: agreed 👍.

    • @cemmett2008
      @cemmett2008 Рік тому +9

      100% lol I laughed really hard but knew he was saying it was because of how talented everyone is, they are going to have successful careers, regardless of where they are.
      Like I care sir. I care!

    • @ewwaski
      @ewwaski Рік тому +4

      I agree wholeheartedly. I know I should take Steven's statement as a joke but it just occurred to me that Watcher being shut down is a possibility no matter how much I love it. I pray with all my heart that more and more people will finally discover this channel and company.
      And I hope in the upcoming year, they'll get all the recognition they deserve and more

  • @coneybaloney6150
    @coneybaloney6150 Рік тому +1659

    Watching Shane throw the Professor out the window killed me XD

    • @CaseyTyler357
      @CaseyTyler357 Рік тому +38

      Same! XD And he looked so excited while doing it

    • @RaeCarson
      @RaeCarson Рік тому +33

      Right?? I can't help but wonder how many stunt puppets they've hadda mow through for the last season especially. SOOOO much action! LOL

    • @ruaoneill9050
      @ruaoneill9050 Рік тому +43

      It wasn't the Professor it was a stunt double, don't worry.

    • @ScarletImp
      @ScarletImp Рік тому +17

      Professor: "50 rotten jellybeans for Shane!"

    • @macklinillustration
      @macklinillustration Рік тому +19

      Him trying not to laugh & ruin the shot was golden

  • @lilasiansquat4526
    @lilasiansquat4526 Рік тому +1273

    I feel like Steven hasn’t been recognized enough this year. Ghost Files and Puppet History are great, but so is Dish Granted and it deserved a spotlight in this BTS too. I hope Steven gets more spotlight in 2023

    • @italiahockey
      @italiahockey Рік тому +56

      I sort of hope they branch out a bit. Puppet history was something new, no scary stuff or food stuff.
      I hope for more content with all three of them. It seems Stevens kept out a bit(I KNOW he isnt) but i do think they can create something that shines all three of them.

    • @seaborgium919
      @seaborgium919 Рік тому +60

      Dish Granted definitely left a sour taste with me when whatshisface gave Steven a literally impossible task and then shat on him for not being able to meet standards. Dish Granted didn't deserve that.

    • @italiahockey
      @italiahockey Рік тому +3

      @@seaborgium919 which guest was that? Or food?

    • @ShinSeul
      @ShinSeul Рік тому +12

      @@italiahockey - It was when he was tasked to grant Malaysian street foods, I believe?

    • @doublesplit234
      @doublesplit234 Рік тому

      @@italiahockey which episode was that? i'm curious.

  • @priyanotprius3895
    @priyanotprius3895 Рік тому +143

    The fact that GhostFiles was so draining for the team and yet they continued to create such amazing content just gives another whole level of respect and awe for them

    • @gr33ngirlsea
      @gr33ngirlsea Рік тому +8

      I hope they figure out a way to make the process a bit less draining for next season!

  • @arlenedeane8455
    @arlenedeane8455 Рік тому +285

    I can’t imagine anyone being upset you have sponsors. That’s like saying hey just keep doing these things I enjoy for free and no you can’t make any money from it. Also those people will complain if your productivity goes down because you can’t afford to put as much in to it. Also I thinks it’s great companies are willing to sponsor because they recognise the talent and potential of watcher. Keep doing what you all do best and ignore the complaints of people who think you are sell outs. I agree with Ryan a hundred percent…. It’s more like a buy in!!

  • @mc3612
    @mc3612 Рік тому +653

    This just reminded me how much I enjoyed Worth a Shot. I hope we see more of Ricky in the future, he was charming

    • @perritochacarron7042
      @perritochacarron7042 Рік тому +28

      Fr, i love seeing ricky and steven in too many spirits their energys balance eachother out so well 😭

    • @alyssachan4330
      @alyssachan4330 Рік тому +8

      Yeah I adore Ricky and was into the cocktails

    • @cemmett2008
      @cemmett2008 Рік тому +8

      Agreed! Ricky was sweet and charming for sure.

  • @artheareno2051
    @artheareno2051 Рік тому +274

    I am just an old dumpy grandma but you guys have made my first year of retirement awesome. I wish I could get out there sometime and meet you guys somewhere…the absolute best of everything to all of you….

    • @weakanklesfornamjoon
      @weakanklesfornamjoon Рік тому +7

      💜🥹💜

    • @WhiffleWaffles
      @WhiffleWaffles Рік тому +22

      I wish you a happy and wonderful retirement, Arthea!

    • @gr33ngirlsea
      @gr33ngirlsea Рік тому +3

      Ooh, maybe they'll come to a city near you! Happy retirement and if you aren't doing cool hobbies with fun people, look into a local community theater or art center. This whole team is totally art/theater people kind of weird vibe.

    • @pammaggio8135
      @pammaggio8135 Рік тому +1

      What an awesome post!!! And I highly doubt that, “your an old dumpy grandma”!
      “Dumpy old grandma’s” are NOT ON UA-cam…. And Definitely NOT enjoying an awesome channel like this one! Enjoy your retirement… my guess is you can still run circles around people half your age! I think it would be really cool if the boys were in a town near you and could bring you along on a ghost hunt!!! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼❤️❤️

  • @gothgrl978
    @gothgrl978 Рік тому +513

    shane comparing watcher’s growth to popcorn is so painfully on brand LMAO

    • @gr33ngirlsea
      @gr33ngirlsea Рік тому +5

      He literally could not be more mid west. 😂😂

  • @isaaclopez-eb6yg
    @isaaclopez-eb6yg Рік тому +767

    I mean television shows also have sponsorships and they don't get called out for it. How else do we get the TV shows we have for free. I don't like them either but they help pay the bills. Love you guys

    • @MissySimpleM
      @MissySimpleM Рік тому +23

      Ngl I don't mind ads at all. Like I even have ads I really enjoy. Evan and Katelyn make ad skits that I watch just because they're so entertaining. Also they always have a little ribbon running out so I know how much longer the ad is gonna be and that helps me sit through it.

    • @gr33ngirlsea
      @gr33ngirlsea Рік тому +2

      One thing I love is how video & podcast creators making their own ad for the sponsor make me think of old time radio shows!!

    • @Adoniis101
      @Adoniis101 Рік тому

      TV shows aren’t free unless you pirate 🙄

    • @isaaclopez-eb6yg
      @isaaclopez-eb6yg Рік тому +1

      @@Adoniis101 what about the channels we get on the TV with an antenna. We don't pay a cent

    • @cronchcrunch
      @cronchcrunch Рік тому +1

      @@Adoniis101 Many places have free TV stations that any television can pick up by plugging in a cheap antenna.

  • @nickiito5201
    @nickiito5201 Рік тому +161

    20:15 I appreciate that even when they aren’t rolling Shane still moves the professors mouth

  • @elizabethgonzalez414
    @elizabethgonzalez414 Рік тому +420

    I still want another season of “Weird and/or Wonderful World” and hopefully in the future “Tourist Trapped” gets more releases. Love ya guys! And congrats on current and future successes!

    • @sarahw9385
      @sarahw9385 Рік тому +1

      Yes Ioved those!

    • @andreafranco3675
      @andreafranco3675 Рік тому +10

      i loved Weird and/or Wonderful World! It really made me view the world in a better way.

    • @Mrsolpjh
      @Mrsolpjh Рік тому +4

      Yes, loved both of these shows! So fun and comforting ❤️

    • @MissCupidTurtle
      @MissCupidTurtle Рік тому +2

      Yes oh my god yes it's so good

    • @JosephDavies
      @JosephDavies Рік тому +2

      I too really hope this show comes back! It was a lot of fun, and while I understand the very good reasons for putting it on hiatus, I hope it returns when it's safe enough for them to do so.

  • @yellowbutterfly6796
    @yellowbutterfly6796 Рік тому +123

    Ryan during company gatherings: eh im just gonna continue working/playing around, no one's gonna notice i'm gone.
    shane: Where's my boy???

  • @MagmaLeaderMaxie
    @MagmaLeaderMaxie Рік тому +348

    I'm proud of how far Watcher has gone! Everyone seems incredibly friendly and passionate about their projects. Also, Ryan getting bullied at 6:00 and Shane going to the rescue... 😭

  • @HeartsfromBadger
    @HeartsfromBadger Рік тому +372

    I think I can speak for most people when I say, we would watch anything you guys put out. Your team has so much passion and the joy you have for your projects can be felt through the screen! Can wait for another year

  • @Menagerie_OS
    @Menagerie_OS Рік тому +176

    This channel needs to stay afloat at any cost. The content you guys make is different and in my opinion better than any other content on youtube (i.e. bc its ALL THE SAME FORMAT) but you guys have managed to make your content both new and properly enjoyable to watch. I will support you all to death.

  • @sarahvruwink3027
    @sarahvruwink3027 Рік тому +121

    Puppet history is single handily getting me through this depressive episode. So much love for you guys

  • @magathachristie823
    @magathachristie823 Рік тому +127

    It fills me with such joy that the defenestration of the substitute was not entirely animated and that they got to throw a puppet through a window!

  • @erinhanson3437
    @erinhanson3437 Рік тому +77

    The transition from talking about sponsors to the Vessi commercial was magic😂

  • @allisonbell6657
    @allisonbell6657 Рік тому +76

    We started hosting Friday dinner parties with our friends to watch new Puppet History and my husband shared some of the content in the history class he teaches. Can’t say enough how much I love and appreciate all this hard work or how important it’s been for our family.

    • @gr33ngirlsea
      @gr33ngirlsea Рік тому

      I wish Ruining History and Puppet History were a tiny bit more PG-13 (maybe someone could volunteer to make a private edit?) So, that high school History teachers could show them!

  • @ghost_type_dan
    @ghost_type_dan Рік тому +62

    A few things I wanted to point out: at 20:15 Shane is talking but is so used to voicing the prof when he's on his hand, that he has the professor move at the same time as he speaks
    And immediately after Shane's face as he sees the results of the defenestration of the professor

  • @womanlymonster
    @womanlymonster Рік тому +128

    Love how they photoshop Ryan into the company photo😂 can’t forget the beef boy!

  • @sshepard5222
    @sshepard5222 Рік тому +66

    One of those moments where I feel really proud of a bunch of people I don't actually know but I want to continue to watch succeed.

  • @ErrorNotFound-ex2gk
    @ErrorNotFound-ex2gk Рік тому +117

    the behind the scenes of ryan fighting the professor-i'm literally crying. love you guys!

  • @Taylor-tt6dd
    @Taylor-tt6dd Рік тому +479

    I'm a huge fan of Watcher Entertainment and everything that y'all do. The love and care put into your work is apparent. So excited to see what comes next 💛

    • @Taylor-tt6dd
      @Taylor-tt6dd Рік тому +6

      (manifesting a 2023 streamy/ webby sweep & multiple network streaming deals)

  • @Mooshymoosher
    @Mooshymoosher Рік тому +46

    Interacting with sponsors of your favorite creators is such a big help. It might feel a little wired to do, but emailing or tweeting at the sponsoring company that you decided to give them a try because of Watcher will greatly increase the chance of them returning as a sponsor.

  • @marimbagirl1993
    @marimbagirl1993 Рік тому +56

    I'll be honest I'm proud that Watcher is doing well enough to get a Vessi sponsorship 😊 keep doing the sponsors guys, gotta pay those bills one way or another!

  • @marebear419
    @marebear419 Рік тому +160

    This channel is truly unhinged, in the best way possible. Watching through the content has been so much fun, and I'm so glad the company is growing. Thank you for all that you do!

  • @annecathrine8827
    @annecathrine8827 Рік тому +37

    Just wanted to say: I got sick with cancer in 2021 (or, the doctors found it, I was actually sick for 5 years). When I recovered from surgery, I used Shane and Ryan’s voices to fall asleep. It’s been a year and I still do this every night.
    I’m honestly very excited to see what Watcher comes up with next! (And I can’t wait to fall asleep to it!) 🥰

  • @riverseverywhere
    @riverseverywhere Рік тому +51

    I loved Pretty Historic!! The actual history part of it needed much further development, but it was a wonderful concept and Salorm was delightful!! If there's a season 2 I'd be stoked!!

    • @gr33ngirlsea
      @gr33ngirlsea Рік тому +4

      Me too! It was a great pivot from that one she developed at Buzzfeed testing the movie things. I always called that old one "a Valley Girl version of Mythbusters." If I'm not wrong, developing replicas and processes of historic cultural practices is a bug part of archeology and anthropology, so it'd be so cool if they could get interviews from some relevant researchers!

  • @NobodyNobody310
    @NobodyNobody310 Рік тому +644

    I love it!☺️
    These props and sets are so professional, this really is filmed on a movie set!

  • @michaelmayhem138
    @michaelmayhem138 Рік тому +343

    I stumbled on ghost files in October and I loved it and started binging other stuff you create... I'm jelly it looks fun to work with you guys

    • @MFBloosh
      @MFBloosh Рік тому +5

      Start from the beginning with Buzzfeed Unsolved and Buzzfeed Paranormal.

    • @michaelmayhem138
      @michaelmayhem138 Рік тому +2

      @@MFBloosh I did

  • @degeneratemilkhater5696
    @degeneratemilkhater5696 Рік тому +34

    6:46 and 20:15
    I love how when Shane is talking (normally/as himself) while wearing The Professor on his hand he makes the professor speak too

  • @sephrajackson3381
    @sephrajackson3381 Рік тому +38

    Since Watcher is non profitable I will continue to support this UA-cam channel so long as I LIVE!!!! I love what Ryan, Shane and Steven have created and I will forever be grateful!!!!!

  • @ninjaahjumma
    @ninjaahjumma Рік тому +43

    I love Puppet History so much, and I consider it as Watcher’s best show. It’s so original, so fresh, and so amazing. I love how it’s entertaining and educational at the same time. It’s the Muppets for adults. It’s so good that the format is even being emulated by other channels (ie., Rank Court by the Try Guys). Of all of Watcher’s shows, it’s the one show I will always watch as soon as it’s available. Looking forward to season 6! In the meantime, I do hope the Professor makes a cameo on Rank Court!

    • @Taylor-tt6dd
      @Taylor-tt6dd Рік тому +4

      lmao you're right it does seem like the try guys are emulating watcher

    • @gr33ngirlsea
      @gr33ngirlsea Рік тому +3

      It really is Sesame Street/Reading Between the Lions meets Bill Nye & a game show, but written by Drunk History. I hope Henson Workshops has seen it and is proud.

  • @adv4287
    @adv4287 Рік тому +29

    I rly do appreciate their honestly in talking about their struggles behind the scenes and I hope they understand how much we appreciate and support them

  • @airceo
    @airceo Рік тому +31

    Good to see The Professor doing his own stunts. Jumping through a window is pretty tough

  • @thomasrogers280
    @thomasrogers280 Рік тому +16

    6:45 The fact Shane still does the puppeteering while communicating off camera is fantastic

  • @missjacquie5045
    @missjacquie5045 Рік тому +153

    I love Watcher ...to think that 3 talented funny and humble guys can make this world (especially the UA-cam world) a better place...your love for entertaining and your ability to make us all feel like we're hanging out with good friends is the absolute cherry on top. I loved seeing the entire staff and wish you all the greatest year ahead EVER !

  • @friendlyporkchop
    @friendlyporkchop Рік тому +7

    a business that reinvests EVERYTHING back into itself is a great sign. it generally means your staff are treated well and the company fosters creativity. congrats yall!

  • @Qusai2c
    @Qusai2c Рік тому +66

    I don’t get excited for anything else except watcher content, with 26 days to one of the most important exams in my medical career, thank you for keeping me sane❤️
    PS: I rewatched all of puppet history for 18 hours straight as I camped waiting for the exam registration to open, no regrets!

    • @kiloburner9814
      @kiloburner9814 Рік тому +2

      Good luck on your exam fellow watcher watcher !!

    • @simplysandy3288
      @simplysandy3288 Рік тому +3

      You got it! You will ace your exam! You have the professor on your side! Lol

  • @fisto77
    @fisto77 Рік тому +12

    I think puppet history has it's own cult following at this point. Also, too many spirits is always funny! Love the shows!

  • @nxseous8376
    @nxseous8376 Рік тому +34

    as someone who’s hoping to go into the film/media production industry it’s so wonderful to see so much passion and creativity going into something like this, in every Watcher video you can feel the work and love that was put into every step of it and watching this video you can tell it’s a space that really fosters creativity and growth, i’d love to be a part of something like that someday

  • @clairvaux8459
    @clairvaux8459 Рік тому +3

    Steven seems like such a good boss, he's so confident in everyone and their skills with that "who cares?! they'll move on, they can get another job easy" and also getting pissed at Ryan when he learned he was editing with an employee at 2am
    It's saying something because companies typically act like they're doing you a favour by hiring you and you can't get a job elsewhere, and rather than telling you to stick with company time they praise you like some dog with a neat trick if you work out of it 😭

  • @AlastorCrow666
    @AlastorCrow666 Рік тому +22

    I don’t think I can ever thank the people at Watcher enough. It’s so clear that the people working at watcher are insanely talented and passionate, and there’s this sort of charm that comes through their content. You can just, feel it. The care and hard work in every video. I fell in love with Unsolved and fell even harder for Watcher. If you can’t tell, I just really really love this channel.
    It’s gotten me through the worst year of my life, it’s gotten me through some of the hardest nights of my life. You know all that sappy shit!
    I’m so proud of y’all. Your doing amazing

  • @SelinaIsMyName87
    @SelinaIsMyName87 Рік тому +9

    Random shoutout but to whoever does the captions for Watcher... you are my god. Every single time I tune into Puppet History or Ghost Files I look forward to the little jokes in the captions, so whoever you are, thank you, and you deserve a raise.

  • @Redkrovvy
    @Redkrovvy Рік тому +79

    You guys have built something truly great. It’s been a really hard 3 years and you have brought so much joy even when the world was bleak. You guys are incredibly creative, driven, and, I believe, genuinely good human beings. I will 100% continue to support you guys however I can. I like the cut of your jib. ❤️

  • @brenna_boop6341
    @brenna_boop6341 Рік тому +41

    I love seeing behind the scenes!! Watching Shane defenestrate the Professor killed me lmao

  • @Ummulata
    @Ummulata Рік тому +41

    It’s inspiring to watch folks my own age, who I first encountered in my early twenties destressing with goofy Buzzfeed videos, push themselves creatively and create career opportunities for others. Bravo guys. Keep up the good work!

    • @gr33ngirlsea
      @gr33ngirlsea Рік тому

      Right?? They're a few years older than me, but it's so nice to even see that being married and over 30 doesn't mean being boring, serious, and cynical.

  • @kellyflanagan4673
    @kellyflanagan4673 Рік тому +21

    I would love to see Rachel Cole (producer for the Try Guys) and Katie LeBlanc do a podcast style episode or something where they talk about their jobs. I think it would be interesting to hear their behind the scenes stories and perspectives!

    • @LivingMyLife22
      @LivingMyLife22 Рік тому +1

      That would be such an amazing episode, that is a great idea

  • @CantStayAway
    @CantStayAway Рік тому +2

    I love that behind Steven, during the promo spot, there's a framed photo of Gene Who is French Fries. NEVER FORGET THE HOTDAGA!!!!!!!

  • @snakecharmer9072
    @snakecharmer9072 Рік тому +19

    the shows you make are so good that me my brother and my sister all found them independently of each other and went on to tell the others about the show only to find they were going to tell us about the show xD

  • @amomentofclarity3524
    @amomentofclarity3524 Рік тому +123

    It's incredible the amount of work you put into Watcher. Congrats on the 3 years, we're looking forward to seeing what's next!!

  • @kennyfool8078
    @kennyfool8078 Рік тому +22

    yall make me so f*cking hopeful for the future of entertainment. I want because i believe it could be done is see Watcher become the next Warner bros, the next Universal Studios. I cant wait to see this companies save and become one of the most authentic, genuine, creative, talented, passionate, and powerful entertainment company to exist nowadays. Stevens honesty with his audience will never not make me respect the f*ck out of him and the transparency he has for the fans who truly believe they can do more than succeed, they can pave a new wonderful era in content and films

  • @cemmett2008
    @cemmett2008 Рік тому +2

    The sponsorship thing... Anyone that has any business sense at all understands that for us to have the amazingness of content that Watcher creates, they have to pay the bills. Bringing in money in all possible ways is what allows you to continue bringing in new content and continue growth. That is reality. It's not selling out, it's a requirement for the company to do well.
    Honestly I make sure to always watch the sponsorship shows a few times bc I know it legitimately supports the company bc the companies who sponsor those episodes look for ROI.
    But to be fair...I watch everything quite a few times lol.

  • @Seasonal_Soundscapes
    @Seasonal_Soundscapes Рік тому +15

    Watcher is one of the channels that I'm happy to see sponsored content from. As a viewer I can see the amount of work, and time, and thought that goes into the videos posted on this channels. Sometimes I stumble across a milktoast video that's 7 minutes long with a 4 minute ad read and that grinds my gears but this content is wildly different. Happy to see you all doing well

  • @spookyprincess2097
    @spookyprincess2097 Рік тому +22

    When I found out that Ryan and Shane will be in a different UA-cam channel, I had to start watching because I absolutely love them two but now I also love everyone who has joined them on the channel. Watcher is my favourite UA-cam channel. I loved all the different things you do. Puppet history and ghost files are my favourite. I'm just so proud of how far this channel has come 🥰

  • @wilberbeast
    @wilberbeast Рік тому +6

    Honestly, the sponsored content I've seen on Puppet History has been some of the most entertaining I've seen across UA-cam. If you guys keep doing it like that, I'm completely okay with it!

  • @mintyfresh2357
    @mintyfresh2357 Рік тому +3

    From what i know, even just clicking the link to the sponsorship is helpful. You don’t need to buy it! Just let the company know that because of Watcher, you are interested in their product.

  • @ghost_type_dan
    @ghost_type_dan Рік тому +19

    I regularly rewatch watcher episodes 2, 3, sometimes even 5 times within the 2 in or 3 weeks after it comes out because it becomes comforting, I'm not at all surprised Ghost Files did so well

  • @arabicabean3350
    @arabicabean3350 Рік тому +29

    THE ANNUAL MAKING WATCHER WHOOOO!!!
    I’m so proud of these boys and the company. They’ve done great and I’m so happy they’ve gotten this far :D
    (Also that sponsored section was very good Segway to an actual sponsorship lol)

  • @aurifulgore
    @aurifulgore Рік тому +3

    Truly appreciate Steven cautioning and putting the brakes on the down to the wire editing. Sometimes those small things end up not meaning as much down the line as it feels it will be at 2am. Glad everyone thought it was worth it, but burnout is real and I don't want that to happen. Watcher has been a gem and I've enjoyed everything you all have produced. Here's to another year!!!

    • @gr33ngirlsea
      @gr33ngirlsea Рік тому +1

      Yes, it's so important, especially for small businesses in creative fields. "The grind" can be so romanticized, but it soo often leads to burnout and toxic culture at workplaces.

  • @penguinabroad
    @penguinabroad Рік тому +28

    You guys deserve it all! The creative ideas, the empathy in the workplace, and the way you interact with your fans and seem to be so dialed in to what we want is absolutely amazing! Thank you all for so much hard work and kindness.

  • @juliamoraes2157
    @juliamoraes2157 11 місяців тому +2

    EVERY SINGLE TIME, I CRY EVERY SINGLE TIME A NEW MAKING WATCHER COMES OUT GODDAM

  • @amandamarie1042
    @amandamarie1042 Рік тому +16

    Y’all rock, sorry it couldn’t be more! But in the words of Kat Williams (but not about weed) “you do what you gotta do to get your bag boo boo” I will take all the sponsored comment if it means bangers like your original content and that puppet history season finale!!! Love it so much, happy holidays to the watcher team! Thanks for letting us be apart! 14:09

  • @poetnamedrobert
    @poetnamedrobert Рік тому +7

    Thanks to Watcher for all the laughs and thrills of each series and episode!

  • @mummifiedgoose15
    @mummifiedgoose15 Рік тому +9

    Every Making Watcher that drops makes me cry. This company means so much to me, I find it such an unfathomable, beautiful thing and It's been my main source of comfort for the past three years. I can't believe it's been so long already and when I sit here and think about it too long I go crazy. I really do hope everyone at Watcher knows that what they're doing means something good and impactful. I can't wait to see what's next.

  • @leedelee3305
    @leedelee3305 Рік тому +4

    The people who complain about sponsors, are the 35-year-old weirdos living in their moms basement, bitter at life. Sponsor away!! It’s how we get to see such great content

  • @NettaTessa
    @NettaTessa Рік тому +17

    I remember being so excited when Watcher became a thing and was one of the many to subscribe right in the beginning. I didn’t know what was going on, but it’s the fact that I knew these guys was amazingly wonderful at what they do and knew it was going to be great content regardless. This made me tear up like I work for Watcher 😅. Proud of this Trio for being so creative at what they do and the team that’s helping them bring things to light. It’s all paying back big time and am excited for what’s to come 🎉

  • @fauziahnurizzati2424
    @fauziahnurizzati2424 Рік тому +4

    I work as a partnership specialist in a UA-cam channel mainly focused on producing animation videos. A lot of subscribers complain about sponsored videos and such, even only a bumper intro of the brand's logo irritated them. People are just really not aware of how much money we need to produce content, especially animated content, fucking a lot.
    And I'm so glad that you guys at Watcher can be transparent about the process through this Making Watcher. Keep up the great work guys!

  • @alexnelson9830
    @alexnelson9830 Рік тому +8

    the end actually made me cry. thank you Shane, Ryan, and Steven for having the courage to create this company and to let us see your progress. Keep making awesome videos like you are and you'll be good

  • @CrymsonNite
    @CrymsonNite Рік тому +70

    The only problem with "worth a shot" was the lack of episodes

  • @watcherofthelastlight2035
    @watcherofthelastlight2035 Рік тому +2

    The watcher office is honestly so fucking cool. It is so artistic and creative and so homey. I would buy a diorama or blue print of it and just display it somewhere in my home and examine it whenever I wanted to

  • @bagels2018
    @bagels2018 Рік тому +10

    watcher as a company means so so much to me and I cant wait to see it keep growing and changing over the next few months/years :DD

  • @crystalkyoshi4662
    @crystalkyoshi4662 Рік тому +56

    genuinely thank you so much for everything you do. this is so amazing to look at and just brings me so much joy. it has literally saved my life before.

  • @lehigh_valley_photographer
    @lehigh_valley_photographer Рік тому +2

    I dont think any of the shows were bad, and I want to see more: WEIRD WONDERFUL WORLD + TOURIST TRAPPED!!! Those shows were what hooked me to Watcher. I dont really care to see Ghost Files. LOVE Puppet history and Top 5 and Dish Granted and Pretty Historic is great!! THIS IS MY FAVORITE CHANNEL!!!!!!!!! And honestly the only one I want to watch on UA-cam, without boredom!

  • @donaldfromtiktok6424
    @donaldfromtiktok6424 Рік тому +2

    I’m fine with sponsorships. I don’t think ads take away from the content. Even in puppet history videos. The ads are actually fun to watch bc it’s you guys doing them. Also, I want this channel to succeed and I’m willing to watch a million ads for that to happen. I love all of your shows, ESPECIALLY Puppet History. I can’t put into words how much I love Puppet History. I didn’t expect it to be so good. I’ve even cried during it😭. So keep doing sponsorships and don’t feel bad about it.

  • @lauren93495
    @lauren93495 Рік тому +3

    Three years?!?!? I’m a senior in high school and I remember when this channel launched. Watcher’s been such a joy and comfort, I’m so incredibly proud of the team you guys have built. You guys mean so much to all of us, thank you!

  • @cbelyse
    @cbelyse Рік тому +7

    I'm glad they mentioned pretty historic cuz that's one of my favorite shows on here. I almost thought they weren't going to continue with it but I really really really hope they do!!!

    • @gr33ngirlsea
      @gr33ngirlsea Рік тому +1

      Right?? I love it. Definitely a great niche and spotlight for all the makeup-history-science nerds in the world!

  • @amandamartini-hughes2117
    @amandamartini-hughes2117 Рік тому +2

    the boys. THE BOYS. i'm crying. they deserve all their successes and thensome.

  • @Leslie12.66
    @Leslie12.66 Рік тому +2

    Thanks for the content and sticking with the channel!

  • @jams_at_vans
    @jams_at_vans Рік тому +21

    This is what a freedom and creative mindset can bring. Keep it up folks!

  • @oliviahill7749
    @oliviahill7749 Рік тому +16

    You guys are quite literally the most amazing group of people I know, and I’m so honored to have been with you as your channel grew. I wish you all the best, you deserve it!

  • @FortuitousOwl
    @FortuitousOwl Рік тому +2

    I love that y'all are consciously making sure this isn't just the Ryan and Shane show, I love worth a shot and Pretty Historic, I can't wait to see what else y'all come up with!

  • @emeryd.2570
    @emeryd.2570 Рік тому +2

    I need to give an incredibly important shoutout to the "Final Girl Ryan" in the subtitles at 22:59 like,,, so true Watcher, so true

  • @galexsea
    @galexsea Рік тому +44

    it's 3 am and i have a headache but NO WAY CAN THIS VIDEO WAIT

    • @galexsea
      @galexsea Рік тому +4

      watcher really is a tried and tested headache cure

  • @midnight7877
    @midnight7877 Рік тому +16

    I love on how they do behind the scenes videos so we could see the magic behind these videos

  • @Shiki3198
    @Shiki3198 Рік тому +1

    Thank you to everyone at Watcher for all the wonderful shows and series you've put out since you started.
    I didn't expect to love Puppet History as much as I do, didn't expect to watch Ghost File for my fear of the paranormal, and didn't expect to look forward to Dish Granted as someone who don't watch cooking shows.
    But I do love Puppet History, so much so that I almost screamed out loud when I saw the S5 announcement.
    I love Ghost Files because of the way Ryan and Shane and even the rest of the crew interact with one another and even the paranormal.
    I love Dish Granted because seeing Steven and sometimes Tony and his other co-chefs breaking down but in the end pulling through and never failing to wow the guest has brought me immense joy and laughter.
    Thank you so much once again to everyone at Watcher for making the world a funnier, brighter, and lighter place. ❤

    • @adrianaheiler9794
      @adrianaheiler9794 Рік тому

      I love Dish Granted because it shows Steven being really focused and creating wonderful things for his friends. One of my favourite shows is Too Many Spirits, but he has become so over the top there that sometimes you just want to dart him with a tranqulizer.

  • @cherylbell327
    @cherylbell327 Рік тому +7

    Thank you to everyone at Watcher for bringing so much joy to so many! These shows mean so much to me (especially Puppet History) and I don’t know if I could ever adequately express how much you all mean to me. I’m hoping for everyone to discover and fall in love with Watcher and hoping you become ridiculously profitable because you all deserve that and work so hard. Thank you for an amazing and entertaining year and cheers to many many more!

  • @emilydell
    @emilydell Рік тому +7

    But will we ever get more Weird and/or Wonderful World?! My go to comfort show, which I've rewatched more times than I'd care to mention 🤞🏼

    • @paulward1205
      @paulward1205 Рік тому +1

      The guy who owns the pop store genuinely laughing at Shane and Ryan... 😘 Chef kiss 🤣

    • @emilydell
      @emilydell Рік тому

      @@paulward1205 Yesss, he honestly may be my all time favourite guest! It's the most chaotic yet wholesome content - Shane going back on his word while furiously pumping syrup into the bottle 😂

    • @gr33ngirlsea
      @gr33ngirlsea Рік тому +1

      It would be such a good fit for a Travel Channel show!!

  • @Warrior_Candle
    @Warrior_Candle Рік тому +1

    I really do hope that watcher over takes the market! With the various creatives working on it putting effort into high quality shows is so refreshing!

  • @yvaincallipso84
    @yvaincallipso84 Рік тому +2

    I am so freaking happy that they get the creative freedom to do whatever they want. Whenever I start getting embarrassed about being too self indulgent/weird in writing, I remember Puppet History's bizarre and awesome plot and remember that there will always be someone who loves your bizarre little stories.

    • @gr33ngirlsea
      @gr33ngirlsea Рік тому +1

      Fam, you do youu!! Remember, adult professional writers wrote all the Cartoon Network and Nickelodeon shows you might have grown up with and those got pretty dang weird, haha.

  • @rustybros
    @rustybros Рік тому +4

    All us old buzzfeed folks saw how much these three have grown. It's amazing. I give them their props.

  • @kellyg6206
    @kellyg6206 Рік тому +82

    Thank you guys for the amazing content!! I got my family on board. When I visit my brother says, hey you can put on that Ryan and Shane thing, or the puppet one.... Love it here's to another year of you all being you!

  • @yanniesays
    @yanniesays Рік тому +5

    This episode of Making Watcher makes me want to watch and support this channel EVEN MORE. Onward and upward!!!

  • @midoriya-shonen
    @midoriya-shonen Рік тому +3

    I couldn't ask for anything I would want to support more that Watcher. You all are so genuine and have a big heart. The love and joy you put into each one of your videos is so palpable and it makes me want to lift you up. It's so rare to find an entire entertainment company that is honest and truly inspired to do what they do. I would've never thought that someone would try to one-up Unsolved because it was such a classic, but you went for it and succeeded. Puppet History is such a unique, heartfelt, and surprising series and I'm utterly delighted to exist in the same universe as it. I'm thrilled to see how smaller and newer shows like Pretty Historic will grow and expand over time. In a world stocked full of disingenuine and cash-grabby media giants, it is my honor and pleasure to be able to support you. Hearing that you are not currently profitable because you're investing in the future makes me want to invest in you. I will continue to to so. Thank you for pouring so much of your lives into making the world a brighter place. I hope your new year is filled with as much love as a time-traveling puppet and his dinosaur parents watching the world end together. Without the world actually ending obviously, cause we all know that genie's coming in clutch again. Happy 2023!!