Your honesty and transparency is admirable Prof. It’s this kind of integrity that keeps me coming back to this channel again and again since those very early videos. Thank you... you and your hard work, and your love for this community are appreciated more than we can say.
Dear Professor, I do not post often, if at all on video, but this one moved me to say something. This video explains perfectly why I am a fan and patron of your work. The honesty, respect, creativity, and critical thinking you apply to your work is commendable. You are not just a good MTG content creator; you are a model for everyone who wishes to garner respect and trust in reviewing products. As you grow, making and learning from new mistakes, I hope to see the channel grow with you. Sincerely, Jacob P.S. I've been meaning to ask, can I get an extension on the Mill 306 midterm? I forgot some of the material while studying, and I can't figure out why.
What do you mean? You enrolled when you subscribed. Aren't you taking the courses? There all online tutoring videos. Take em when you want, and how you want. It is all free. Pretty nice man.
I just woke up earlier than normal. It's nice to see the Professor release a video at the same time. It's also very human to have a humble view of one's self and one's mistakes. I still don't think he ever sleeps though.
Man, you have an amazing channel. I used to watch you all the time, but now that I don't play magic that much anymore I really don't have too much of a reason to (no offense). But man I'm glad I checked out this video. You have clearly shown how much you care about your words and how you protray yourself to camera. Its inspiring and it makes me happy to see you continue on your UA-cam journey. Keep up the good work prof ^^
Thanks for taking the time to make this video. It is quite admirable to not only own your mistakes in the past but also how it has helped mold you as a creator today. Good luck with more mistakes, and more lessons to learn, as your content continues to improve each time!
I’ve watched your videos for awhile and I think that your videos are amazing for any new and retuning MTG player. Whenever I’m looking for new selves or other products your videos are the first I look to. Your love of the game and lively persona keep me and hundreds of thousands of others returning. Please keep putting the love into this amazing game!
Your Honesty and humility are an inspiration to me Prof. This is why I trust your critiques and learn much from your videos. Thank you for all you do for the Magic Community as a whole, and for your honest quality content. I've always said, "Once one realizes their insignificance to the universe, only then do they find how significant they truly are." Bravo Sir! Bravo!
Just got around to watching the video, but let me tell u brother, we appreciate the fact that u look out for us. The fact that u are looking back at regrets just shows that u are for us and we will support u for that.
There are many reason that TCC is the most popular MtG content source, but what was on display here was white-knuckled integrity. Thanks for everything, prof.
The common thread I see connecting all of these is your underestimation of how substantial and powerful your individual voice is, not as an absolute MTG authority figure of course, but as a well known and respected player. whether it was not accessing how damaging it could be when used incorrectly (in the case of binders) or downplaying it's significance when it came to speaking up about an issue (in the case of card-stock quality). I think the lesson to be learnt from all this is to not underestimate yourself and your opinions but be honest and outspoken about what worries you, and do it in a humble manner that is open to being corrected and better informed. And from all I've seen in your channel, you're not only a great prof but a great student also! Thanks for contributing to the MTG community!
Professor not all of us watch very many channels in this community. I am not an avid MTG player. Me and my wife just do not have the time to invest in this hobby. When we do play its usually release boxes we get here and there and enjoy at family gatherings, something we learned from your channel. It keeps new players and older player on a fairly level playing field and quickly became the way my family enjoys MTG to this day . Also we are speaking of maybe once or twice a year at best. The wife and I came to enjoy the way you present information since your early videos and trust your content. So, even if information has been stirred in the community pot for some time I probably will not become aware of it unless it is shown on your channel. I feel I cannot be alone in this. You are the main source of information or the connection to the community for me. The lurkers of the community need your messages! Thank you for this video and please keep up the amazing content.
Kudos to you Prof for being as honest as you are! Many UA-camrs in general try to hide their mistakes and think of themselves too highly, you on the other hand will admit mistakes that were not even that bad at all, after all in hindsight we are all smarter. Please stay the way you are! :)
Your honesty and dedication and quality of the videos that you produce more than makes up for the few oversites that you've had. Keep making fantastic videos and I'll keep attending your classes
Prof...When you get opportunities to interview the God Geeks of MTG Ivory tower, you can't be concerned about being "different." Never forget personality of the content reviewer differs. Maybe they would answer YOUR questions more so then another's cause of respect or accuracy of the content creator. Prof, you produce mythic (non foil) quality of content. Your stuff doesn't become Pringles as soon as ya open it up!
I hardly play Magic much anymore. Most because I have my own issues with secondary market and everything feels like buy to win. I play commander and Arena from time to time. I follow what is coming out. I watch and still love the videos you put out. Even though not much in the hobby anymore. Why do I still watch, our honesty and integrity. That you are human and make mistakes. You stand for what you believe is right even when trolls and haters come at you. Thank You Prof.
Happy to see this kinda transparency Ive been pretty critical of your mistakes at times but certainly appreciate this kind of honesty. We all have regrets, how they get handled is what defines our character. Thank you professor for doing your best to remedy past mistakes.
Thank you for being a pillar of this community. Someone who supports not only the game, but the community with great honest content. You really put the "Community" into Tolarian Community College. I appreciate how you handle your content creation, and your willingness to appraise yourself and correct yourself when needed. You deserve every subscriber, follower, and friend you have earned through your channel. Keep up the good work!
I love your open-letter videos, Professor. They are so inspiring and you are really a remarkable person and teacher for life. I love your honesty and willing to admit mistakes and to learn from it. But other then that, in all seriousness and as a person leaning towards being too hard on oneself myself, I would be really happy to see another video soon called: "Things that I'm Proud of the Most: Magic: The Gathering UA-camr." One could be proud withought being arrogant, and if an inside voice is telling you that it's more humble to admit of faults then admitting of achivements - well, then this voice is just as bad as the voices of pride that drove you into making said mistakes in this video. Really, Brian, it will mean a lot for me to hear such a video from you. Love and appreciation as always!
Came to the video expecting to feel sad hearing about Prof’s regrets. Instead, I feel more positive about the future of this channel than ever before. The work you do is like nothing else in the community, and your commitment to honestly and integrity in your work is inspiring. Thanks for all you do Prof.
you are really the greatest on this community, Prof, and kinda of the main reason i've stayed connected with the game in times where i wasn't getting much fun out of it, thank you!!
I have to say Prof, that despite the fact that you have banned many commenters with legitimate criticisms of your channel (no, not trolls or offensive comments), despite your Twitter dripping with toxicity and passive-aggressive arrogance, I still watch almost every video, every review or opinion piece. They're informative, inclusive and delightfully deep. As much as I wish you would change, I am hoping the content never will.
Thank you for accepting responsibility and recognising the mistake over card quality. I remember being so glad and feeling like my opinion of you was back to where is previously was when you covered it. We needed you as the biggest youtube channel with the largest platform to cover it. :)
Honesty and Integrity are two of the hardest things to come by on UA-cam, and yet your cup overflows with both. This is why we follow this channel and take heed your hallowed advise.
As a person who has watched all of your videos since your first review, I've always appreciated you doing follow up videos if you have made a mistake. Literally nobody is infallible, but the fact that you do a follow up on them, and give honest reviews it shows courage, honesty, and pride in your craft. Admitting you did something wrong is always nerve wracking but it gives tons of credibility. You live and learn, you adapt. These regrets aren't something that you have swept under the rug, but you have learned from them and it only serves to show that you've improved each time.
Two things: 1) Good on you, Prof! You didn’t just blunder on, ignoring that you were making a mistake, but realized that your words affect the Mtg community! 2) How have I not noticed before that the end credits “this video was brought to you by” thing is very reminiscent of the PBSKids “this program is brought to you by” after-show things I used to watch as a kid?
Great vid man, well done. People need to see that being successful isn't about being lucky OR working hard alone...it's those things AND making mistakes and learning from them all along the way.
So many people these days (especially on the internet) are "glass half full" or "glass half empty" reviewers. They predict what will be good or bad in a thing before they even start measuring. You're one of only a handful of creators I know of who consistently, objectively measures the glass and its contents before giving us any conclusions or personal opinions. I admire you for holding yourself to such a high standard, AND for seeing the times when you missed that bar as some of your biggest regrets. But do I hold those failures against you? Absolutely not! We're all human. We all mess up. When a thing we love gets worse, we don't want to see it. Sometimes we even actively avoid addressing it, because addressing it means accepting that the problem might be real. Catching yourself going down that path, or honestly facing it when it's pointed out to you, is a sign of strength of character. Never a sign of weakness! Your character and desire for integrity are an inspiration, to me and I think to lots of other folks here.
Thank you for this video. It explains a lot. I had you written off as a shill or fearful of losing preview cards as a reason for the blinders you put on over cardstock issues. Now I understand different. Your Rosewater video was brilliant. Not only was it funny but it was a jab at all the people being unfair towards him.
Holy crap, it's been almost 6 years? good lord. You've done some great work and there are many people who are happy you decided yo upload your first video.
You are one of the best active youtubers, Prof! Not only for the content of your channel, but for your honesty and humanity. Thanks for your work and keep it great
Thanks so much for sharing Professor. Showing a lot of wisdom, thoughfulness, empathy, humility, honesty and graciousness here imo :)) we know you'll continue to do better and better :))
Your critical self assessment is excellent. The thought and time you put into your videos keeps me coming back. The loss in quality in card stock is still quite noticeable despite recent improvements. Hopefully WotC will return back to the old stock or printing method soon.
1. Creating this Channel Ok in all seriousness you're an amazing UA-camr and I'm so glad I subscribed, you've taught me so much about the game and you're just a really swell guy in general.
Damn, i’m from spain and i think the way you do your vídeos; and also how you managed to build an amazingly clean community ,being furthermore the best one in UA-cam is something to be proud of. You’re the best proff!!!
I really enjoyed this video, Professor. It shows a great measure of thought and reflection. You can tell you’ve been impacted and grown as a result of these experiences, instead of hiding from them or making the same ones over and over again. Sometimes I feel you have a little more cynicism than might be healthy, but I think this video has helped me understand you a bit better. You hold yourself, as will as others, to a high standard. I sometimes find myself wondering, if you were hired at WOTC, even as a short-term consultant, what would be your one, two, and three top agenda items? I’d love to hear that. Perhaps it is scattered amidst all your videos, and I think I could take a guess at it, but I am curious to hear your thoughts with regards to the current climate in Magic the Gathering.
I agree with everything you said. You're entirely right in the choices you've settled on. It doesn't matter how long it takes to get to the right answer as long as you get there.
You're human Professor, just like the rest of us. Your honesty and character, however, exceeds many other content/review creators out there. I and many, many other players and viewers appreciate you and take your eloquent words to heart, improving not only out gameplay, but as you said in your video, our lives. And I'm really glad to have you in my life, though it be only virtually haha. Thank you for everything Professor!!
Well, after several attempts at writing down my thoughts, I don't think I have nearly the skill to articulate them properly. So suffice to say I admire your dedication to clear, honest communication. You put more effort into it than many newscasters seem to
Prof, You mentioned in the video how you regret not making a video on the card stock issue, but eventually did it. I really hope that some of the reasons for that regret included the fact that your words have a heavy weight in the community. I have been watching and enjoying your videos for years, and have trusted what I see from you. I also believe that for at least some of your viewers, if it isn't seen on Tolarian Community College, then they simply won't receive that information. It is hard to balance a full time job, family, and normal every day life with MTG. I choose to do so anyway, but I just don't have time to search through all the different information sources to make sure I am up to date. Thanks for providing so much awesome content Prof! I really appreciate it.
I understand your feelings about Pucatrade. It went through quite a hard time and its econony suffered a lot. However, it is bouncing back. Promotion percentages are falling, and there's loads of quality cards running through it. I have stuck with PT for nearly seven years straight, starting when it first launched. It takes more work than the days before the sight redesign sure, but still plenty of trading to be done. It was launched, and still holds on, to be a giant circle-trading platform. I do my diligence to put cards in the hands of players that want them. There are players building new decks trading there, set collectors, old school players, people like me that are strictly EDHers, and those that are stocking their own store. I urge people to give it a shot, or to come back for a bit. Even if all its traffic stops, I would not have the collection I do today without using it.
I don't think he even knows what a promotion is, if he hasn't looked at the website since FS. The current economic model would be mostly unrecognizable, but I too can still go cards->points->cards. That's good enough for me
Prof, you were one of the first MtG UA-camrs that I watched back when I started playing in 2015, I appreciate your sincere approach to this hobby and passion of ours. I love everytime that I see a new video from you and while I see you had a few regrets in your magic content creation I have not regretted being a consistent viewer of yours!
Self reflection is a great way to improve one's self. You don't see this very often at all on UA-cam. Very humble, a great youtuber. This makes me reflect on my own life to see what I can do to make myself better. Keep up the great content prof.
I can safely say- with your metrics as my evidence- that the community adores you. This very series of topics are some of the many reasons that so many of us have followed your work for so long. Keep growing, learning and sharing as you do best and we are likely to never leave you. I will admit however that I was a tad sad to see that you chose Seattle over Portland. I look forward to seeing you again, sir. Be well.
This is something I really appreciate about your channel. You look at what you've done and can honestly criticize it. It helps you grow and keep putting out the great content that you do. It's absolutely fantastic and you have a great stance about a lot of things. "Words matter" indeed, and you do a great job of doing what you do. Thank you.
I'm not new to MtG but I'm new to the channel. Videos like this one are what shows the solidity of a channel and the integrity of the producer, and it's what ultimately makes me a loyal watcher. Mea culpa is a very good thing when done right, as is the case here.
Great video Prof! By the way just so you know, as someone who didn't see those threads or other videos, seeing your video on the card stock really helped me out. I had been thinking I was storing them wrong or had bad sleeves or something. You did good by me.
I do admire how you use words. With very little guessing involved. For those of us who have trouble getting sarcasm or sometimes miss metaphors it is very nice indeed. Words have a meaning for a reason. Thanks
Professor! I for one am glad you don't race to be the first to make a video about a specific topic. That only leads to errant, emotional, and reactionary videos that spark up a lot of toxicity among the community. The fact that you're opinions are so thoughtful and deliberate is exactly why I'm a fan of the channel in the first place!
Regrets will happen. Like how I bought a mystery cube. It’s learning to see what lead you to those regrets that we need to learn from. Aside from that I love this channel. Great content, great youtuber!
Dude gotta say i love how much prof respects the fact that he has a large voice in this community. He knows that his actions and what he says can have more consequences then is just in front his face. He has such a respect for the community and such a respect for the viewers and the fact that he has a voice. its actually inspiring. Keep doing what your doing prof
You are an amazing person. This reflection you had on your videos, actions and words was so reasonable it's a lesson on our behavior and what drives us
If I may be so forward: Brian, you've got nothing to regret if these are your top 5. Things happen, and it's all about the learning process. It's great that you came forward and acknowledged these issues, and it shows your honesty especially if you keep making corrections. You dont know everything and you cant predict the future. But great job for posting a correction episode! Sincerely, That one strange fan who met you at last years Seattle GP 2018 and gave you some art on Depression. My regret was not explaining that art series better. Lol. Personally, I enjoyed you tearing down that magic monthly service.
Man, everything I was gonna say, you already got to. I was gonna mention how your regrets relate to each other, but you already got to it. I was gonna mention how great and important it is to recognize your mistakes, but you already got that as well!
very professional and thoughtful. Words do matter. And you make a very nice job with pacing and orality in your videos! Also the script is very concise as well!
Prof, the fact that you can release this video (that is almost wholly you being critical of yourself and your channel) shows why your channel is such a great resource. Frankly, your credibility is off the charts.... Thanks!
I remember the monthly magic box. Ahh that was from the beginning days of my magic career. A simpler time for a simpler me, sometimes I miss it. Though the fat stacks my edh/modern decks are worth make me feel a little better about the passage of time and my investment in this wonderful game.
My biggest regret is that I did not meet you at my local game store here in Sao Paulo last year. I hope someday I'll meet you in person and thank you for bringing me back to Magic. Greets from Brazil.
We all learn from our mistakes and problems from our past. The great thing about you and all of the UA-cam community is the can go back and WATCH their mistakes and learn from them faster. But do not trouble your self with regrets. Do as you have just showed us and prosper from the knowledge those mistakes and regrets.
Prof. I have to say your ownership of your “faults” makes you an outstanding person and I for one appreciate you and your contribution to this community. So thank you for your insight and opinions.
Oh I didn't know that,about cards in folders😳My biggest regret is not knowing about Professor when I first started a year ago.I was cracking packs and buying color theme boosters😳,then drafting.Wasnt until my first failed Commander deck I realized my cards/skills sucked😂 Prof.taught me to buy singles!!! One year I've got about 3000 cards,9 commander decks,and some sweet collectible Magic cards,and art cards-which I love.I would have left Magic last year if not for The Professor...Legit love this guy!
Your honesty and transparency is admirable Prof. It’s this kind of integrity that keeps me coming back to this channel again and again since those very early videos. Thank you... you and your hard work, and your love for this community are appreciated more than we can say.
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Dear Professor,
I do not post often, if at all on video, but this one moved me to say something. This video explains perfectly why I am a fan and patron of your work. The honesty, respect, creativity, and critical thinking you apply to your work is commendable. You are not just a good MTG content creator; you are a model for everyone who wishes to garner respect and trust in reviewing products. As you grow, making and learning from new mistakes, I hope to see the channel grow with you.
Sincerely,
Jacob
P.S. I've been meaning to ask, can I get an extension on the Mill 306 midterm? I forgot some of the material while studying, and I can't figure out why.
Don't study in the archives. Someone left a trap there.
Every single time you drop, knock over, throw boxes around, I crack up so much. Thanks man! This one has to be my favourite so far.
My biggest regret as follower of this youtube channel is try to apply to this college and find that it don’t really exists LOL
that's like regretting bad weather or something
What do you mean? You enrolled when you subscribed. Aren't you taking the courses? There all online tutoring videos. Take em when you want, and how you want. It is all free. Pretty nice man.
Cala-te caralho
ITS REAL TO ME DAMN IT!
João Miguel you did this too?!?!?!
That Rosewater video was hilarious. Not everyone understood that it was a joke?
I think a lot of people wanted me to "Get him!"
Tolarian Community College that is a popular opinion... wish it wasn’t.
I loved that video! I've already got my regular fix of Mark Rosewater from his Blogatog, anyway.
Prof 👨🏫 asking the hard hitting questions is never a joke ✊👊😤
I just woke up earlier than normal. It's nice to see the Professor release a video at the same time. It's also very human to have a humble view of one's self and one's mistakes.
I still don't think he ever sleeps though.
Honestly this was a great video
Where your are as genuine as you can be ...
Thank you for always being there prof.
Thank you.
You shouldn't feel sorry for half the things on this list professor. We're all wise in hindsight.
Especially pucatrade
Man, you have an amazing channel. I used to watch you all the time, but now that I don't play magic that much anymore I really don't have too much of a reason to (no offense). But man I'm glad I checked out this video. You have clearly shown how much you care about your words and how you protray yourself to camera. Its inspiring and it makes me happy to see you continue on your UA-cam journey. Keep up the good work prof ^^
Thanks for taking the time to make this video. It is quite admirable to not only own your mistakes in the past but also how it has helped mold you as a creator today. Good luck with more mistakes, and more lessons to learn, as your content continues to improve each time!
I’ve watched your videos for awhile and I think that your videos are amazing for any new and retuning MTG player. Whenever I’m looking for new selves or other products your videos are the first I look to. Your love of the game and lively persona keep me and hundreds of thousands of others returning. Please keep putting the love into this amazing game!
Your Honesty and humility are an inspiration to me Prof. This is why I trust your critiques and learn much from your videos. Thank you for all you do for the Magic Community as a whole, and for your honest quality content. I've always said, "Once one realizes their insignificance to the universe, only then do they find how significant they truly are." Bravo Sir! Bravo!
I come for the magic opinions and product reviews. I stay for the humble and creative content creator.
Just got around to watching the video, but let me tell u brother, we appreciate the fact that u look out for us. The fact that u are looking back at regrets just shows that u are for us and we will support u for that.
There are many reason that TCC is the most popular MtG content source, but what was on display here was white-knuckled integrity. Thanks for everything, prof.
The common thread I see connecting all of these is your underestimation of how substantial and powerful your individual voice is, not as an absolute MTG authority figure of course, but as a well known and respected player. whether it was not accessing how damaging it could be when used incorrectly (in the case of binders) or downplaying it's significance when it came to speaking up about an issue (in the case of card-stock quality). I think the lesson to be learnt from all this is to not underestimate yourself and your opinions but be honest and outspoken about what worries you, and do it in a humble manner that is open to being corrected and better informed. And from all I've seen in your channel, you're not only a great prof but a great student also!
Thanks for contributing to the MTG community!
Professor not all of us watch very many channels in this community. I am not an avid MTG player. Me and my wife just do not have the time to invest in this hobby. When we do play its usually release boxes we get here and there and enjoy at family gatherings, something we learned from your channel. It keeps new players and older player on a fairly level playing field and quickly became the way my family enjoys MTG to this day . Also we are speaking of maybe once or twice a year at best. The wife and I came to enjoy the way you present information since your early videos and trust your content. So, even if information has been stirred in the community pot for some time I probably will not become aware of it unless it is shown on your channel. I feel I cannot be alone in this. You are the main source of information or the connection to the community for me. The lurkers of the community need your messages! Thank you for this video and please keep up the amazing content.
Kudos to you Prof for being as honest as you are! Many UA-camrs in general try to hide their mistakes and think of themselves too highly, you on the other hand will admit mistakes that were not even that bad at all, after all in hindsight we are all smarter. Please stay the way you are! :)
Thank you for what you do for the community Prof. It's nice to have an honest source for reviews, and just overall great content to watch.
Your honesty and dedication and quality of the videos that you produce more than makes up for the few oversites that you've had. Keep making fantastic videos and I'll keep attending your classes
Prof...When you get opportunities to interview the God Geeks of MTG Ivory tower, you can't be concerned about being "different." Never forget personality of the content reviewer differs. Maybe they would answer YOUR questions more so then another's cause of respect or accuracy of the content creator.
Prof, you produce mythic (non foil) quality of content. Your stuff doesn't become Pringles as soon as ya open it up!
I love your self reflection and true maturity! You are genuine and helping others grow through your honesty. Well done, sir.
I hardly play Magic much anymore. Most because I have my own issues with secondary market and everything feels like buy to win. I play commander and Arena from time to time. I follow what is coming out. I watch and still love the videos you put out. Even though not much in the hobby anymore. Why do I still watch, our honesty and integrity. That you are human and make mistakes. You stand for what you believe is right even when trolls and haters come at you. Thank You Prof.
Happy to see this kinda transparency Ive been pretty critical of your mistakes at times but certainly appreciate this kind of honesty. We all have regrets, how they get handled is what defines our character. Thank you professor for doing your best to remedy past mistakes.
Thank you for being a pillar of this community. Someone who supports not only the game, but the community with great honest content. You really put the "Community" into Tolarian Community College. I appreciate how you handle your content creation, and your willingness to appraise yourself and correct yourself when needed. You deserve every subscriber, follower, and friend you have earned through your channel. Keep up the good work!
I just realized I've been watching ypu for five years. Hoping for another five at least.
Fredrik Olsson until I die at most!
I love your open-letter videos, Professor. They are so inspiring and you are really a remarkable person and teacher for life. I love your honesty and willing to admit mistakes and to learn from it. But other then that, in all seriousness and as a person leaning towards being too hard on oneself myself, I would be really happy to see another video soon called: "Things that I'm Proud of the Most: Magic: The Gathering UA-camr." One could be proud withought being arrogant, and if an inside voice is telling you that it's more humble to admit of faults then admitting of achivements - well, then this voice is just as bad as the voices of pride that drove you into making said mistakes in this video. Really, Brian, it will mean a lot for me to hear such a video from you. Love and appreciation as always!
Came to the video expecting to feel sad hearing about Prof’s regrets. Instead, I feel more positive about the future of this channel than ever before. The work you do is like nothing else in the community, and your commitment to honestly and integrity in your work is inspiring. Thanks for all you do Prof.
love the jace vs. chandra jp alternate art decks in the back =:3
you are really the greatest on this community, Prof, and kinda of the main reason i've stayed connected with the game in times where i wasn't getting much fun out of it, thank you!!
Creators like you are why I am coming back to the game from scratch. Your honesty is a shining example to the community.
Thine's continued honesty and ability to present that information to us in the fashion that you do is ever appreciated. Gratitude, good sire.
I have to say Prof, that despite the fact that you have banned many commenters with legitimate criticisms of your channel (no, not trolls or offensive comments), despite your Twitter dripping with toxicity and passive-aggressive arrogance, I still watch almost every video, every review or opinion piece. They're informative, inclusive and delightfully deep. As much as I wish you would change, I am hoping the content never will.
Thank you for accepting responsibility and recognising the mistake over card quality. I remember being so glad and feeling like my opinion of you was back to where is previously was when you covered it. We needed you as the biggest youtube channel with the largest platform to cover it. :)
Honesty and Integrity are two of the hardest things to come by on UA-cam, and yet your cup overflows with both. This is why we follow this channel and take heed your hallowed advise.
As a person who has watched all of your videos since your first review, I've always appreciated you doing follow up videos if you have made a mistake. Literally nobody is infallible, but the fact that you do a follow up on them, and give honest reviews it shows courage, honesty, and pride in your craft. Admitting you did something wrong is always nerve wracking but it gives tons of credibility. You live and learn, you adapt. These regrets aren't something that you have swept under the rug, but you have learned from them and it only serves to show that you've improved each time.
Two things:
1) Good on you, Prof! You didn’t just blunder on, ignoring that you were making a mistake, but realized that your words affect the Mtg community!
2) How have I not noticed before that the end credits “this video was brought to you by” thing is very reminiscent of the PBSKids “this program is brought to you by” after-show things I used to watch as a kid?
Great vid man, well done. People need to see that being successful isn't about being lucky OR working hard alone...it's those things AND making mistakes and learning from them all along the way.
So many people these days (especially on the internet) are "glass half full" or "glass half empty" reviewers. They predict what will be good or bad in a thing before they even start measuring. You're one of only a handful of creators I know of who consistently, objectively measures the glass and its contents before giving us any conclusions or personal opinions. I admire you for holding yourself to such a high standard, AND for seeing the times when you missed that bar as some of your biggest regrets. But do I hold those failures against you? Absolutely not! We're all human. We all mess up. When a thing we love gets worse, we don't want to see it. Sometimes we even actively avoid addressing it, because addressing it means accepting that the problem might be real.
Catching yourself going down that path, or honestly facing it when it's pointed out to you, is a sign of strength of character. Never a sign of weakness! Your character and desire for integrity are an inspiration, to me and I think to lots of other folks here.
Thank you for this video. It explains a lot. I had you written off as a shill or fearful of losing preview cards as a reason for the blinders you put on over cardstock issues. Now I understand different.
Your Rosewater video was brilliant. Not only was it funny but it was a jab at all the people being unfair towards him.
Holy crap, it's been almost 6 years? good lord. You've done some great work and there are many people who are happy you decided yo upload your first video.
You are one of the best active youtubers, Prof! Not only for the content of your channel, but for your honesty and humanity.
Thanks for your work and keep it great
Thanks so much for sharing Professor. Showing a lot of wisdom, thoughfulness, empathy, humility, honesty and graciousness here imo :)) we know you'll continue to do better and better :))
Your critical self assessment is excellent. The thought and time you put into your videos keeps me coming back. The loss in quality in card stock is still quite noticeable despite recent improvements. Hopefully WotC will return back to the old stock or printing method soon.
1. Creating this Channel
Ok in all seriousness you're an amazing UA-camr and I'm so glad I subscribed, you've taught me so much about the game and you're just a really swell guy in general.
Damn, i’m from spain and i think the way you do your vídeos; and also how you managed to build an amazingly clean community ,being furthermore the best one in UA-cam is something to be proud of.
You’re the best proff!!!
I really enjoyed this video, Professor. It shows a great measure of thought and reflection. You can tell you’ve been impacted and grown as a result of these experiences, instead of hiding from them or making the same ones over and over again.
Sometimes I feel you have a little more cynicism than might be healthy, but I think this video has helped me understand you a bit better. You hold yourself, as will as others, to a high standard. I sometimes find myself wondering, if you were hired at WOTC, even as a short-term consultant, what would be your one, two, and three top agenda items? I’d love to hear that. Perhaps it is scattered amidst all your videos, and I think I could take a guess at it, but I am curious to hear your thoughts with regards to the current climate in Magic the Gathering.
I agree with everything you said. You're entirely right in the choices you've settled on. It doesn't matter how long it takes to get to the right answer as long as you get there.
You're human Professor, just like the rest of us. Your honesty and character, however, exceeds many other content/review creators out there.
I and many, many other players and viewers appreciate you and take your eloquent words to heart, improving not only out gameplay, but as you said in your video, our lives.
And I'm really glad to have you in my life, though it be only virtually haha. Thank you for everything Professor!!
Well, after several attempts at writing down my thoughts, I don't think I have nearly the skill to articulate them properly.
So suffice to say I admire your dedication to clear, honest communication. You put more effort into it than many newscasters seem to
I remember that MaRo interview. I laughed so hard.
You're a better professor than most of my professors in college. Keep up the good work! Live, learn and grow.
Prof, You mentioned in the video how you regret not making a video on the card stock issue, but eventually did it. I really hope that some of the reasons for that regret included the fact that your words have a heavy weight in the community. I have been watching and enjoying your videos for years, and have trusted what I see from you. I also believe that for at least some of your viewers, if it isn't seen on Tolarian Community College, then they simply won't receive that information. It is hard to balance a full time job, family, and normal every day life with MTG. I choose to do so anyway, but I just don't have time to search through all the different information sources to make sure I am up to date. Thanks for providing so much awesome content Prof! I really appreciate it.
I understand your feelings about Pucatrade. It went through quite a hard time and its econony suffered a lot. However, it is bouncing back. Promotion percentages are falling, and there's loads of quality cards running through it. I have stuck with PT for nearly seven years straight, starting when it first launched. It takes more work than the days before the sight redesign sure, but still plenty of trading to be done. It was launched, and still holds on, to be a giant circle-trading platform. I do my diligence to put cards in the hands of players that want them. There are players building new decks trading there, set collectors, old school players, people like me that are strictly EDHers, and those that are stocking their own store. I urge people to give it a shot, or to come back for a bit. Even if all its traffic stops, I would not have the collection I do today without using it.
I don't think he even knows what a promotion is, if he hasn't looked at the website since FS. The current economic model would be mostly unrecognizable, but I too can still go cards->points->cards. That's good enough for me
What a wonderful video, thanks Prof! You've given a great example of what it means to live a life of meaning and integrity, hope you're keeping well
Prof, you were one of the first MtG UA-camrs that I watched back when I started playing in 2015, I appreciate your sincere approach to this hobby and passion of ours. I love everytime that I see a new video from you and while I see you had a few regrets in your magic content creation I have not regretted being a consistent viewer of yours!
Love your honesty and sincerity, prof. Also, thumbs up for the Doctor Who quote in the description.
Sayan Mukherjee omg how’d I miss that?!
@@_somerandomguyontheinternet_ Well, people don't usually read the description 😅
Self reflection is a great way to improve one's self. You don't see this very often at all on UA-cam. Very humble, a great youtuber. This makes me reflect on my own life to see what I can do to make myself better. Keep up the great content prof.
I can safely say- with your metrics as my evidence- that the community adores you. This very series of topics are some of the many reasons that so many of us have followed your work for so long. Keep growing, learning and sharing as you do best and we are likely to never leave you.
I will admit however that I was a tad sad to see that you chose Seattle over Portland. I look forward to seeing you again, sir. Be well.
This is something I really appreciate about your channel. You look at what you've done and can honestly criticize it. It helps you grow and keep putting out the great content that you do. It's absolutely fantastic and you have a great stance about a lot of things. "Words matter" indeed, and you do a great job of doing what you do. Thank you.
I'm not new to MtG but I'm new to the channel. Videos like this one are what shows the solidity of a channel and the integrity of the producer, and it's what ultimately makes me a loyal watcher.
Mea culpa is a very good thing when done right, as is the case here.
My favorite thing about this video is seeing how The Professor has grown and changed his reviews based on his regrets, rather than wallow in them.
Great video Prof! By the way just so you know, as someone who didn't see those threads or other videos, seeing your video on the card stock really helped me out. I had been thinking I was storing them wrong or had bad sleeves or something. You did good by me.
I do admire how you use words. With very little guessing involved. For those of us who have trouble getting sarcasm or sometimes miss metaphors it is very nice indeed. Words have a meaning for a reason. Thanks
Professor! I for one am glad you don't race to be the first to make a video about a specific topic. That only leads to errant, emotional, and reactionary videos that spark up a lot of toxicity among the community. The fact that you're opinions are so thoughtful and deliberate is exactly why I'm a fan of the channel in the first place!
Mad props! Great video. Love your honesty!!!
Your honesty and integrity are inspiring. Keep up the good work!
Good on you for owning up to your regrets and improve from them.
Regrets will happen. Like how I bought a mystery cube. It’s learning to see what lead you to those regrets that we need to learn from. Aside from that I love this channel. Great content, great youtuber!
Dude gotta say i love how much prof respects the fact that he has a large voice in this community. He knows that his actions and what he says can have more consequences then is just in front his face. He has such a respect for the community and such a respect for the viewers and the fact that he has a voice. its actually inspiring. Keep doing what your doing prof
You are an amazing person. This reflection you had on your videos, actions and words was so reasonable it's a lesson on our behavior and what drives us
If I may be so forward: Brian, you've got nothing to regret if these are your top 5. Things happen, and it's all about the learning process. It's great that you came forward and acknowledged these issues, and it shows your honesty especially if you keep making corrections. You dont know everything and you cant predict the future.
But great job for posting a correction episode!
Sincerely,
That one strange fan who met you at last years Seattle GP 2018 and gave you some art on Depression.
My regret was not explaining that art series better. Lol.
Personally, I enjoyed you tearing down that magic monthly service.
Thanks for being a shining light in the magic community prof, high quality content!
Man, everything I was gonna say, you already got to.
I was gonna mention how your regrets relate to each other, but you already got to it.
I was gonna mention how great and important it is to recognize your mistakes, but you already got that as well!
very professional and thoughtful. Words do matter. And you make a very nice job with pacing and orality
in your videos! Also the script is very concise as well!
I appreciate this channel for the honesty it provides for the MTG community. It is the reason I will keep coming back.
You can tell a lot about someone by the quality of their regrets. We're lucky to have you.
Great work Prof! I'm glad to have you in the community. #proudpatreon
As someone just starting to produce Magic content I watch this video on the regular, you're an excellent role model prof.
"You're making jank Murray" would love to see another of those videos
I don’t even play MTG, but I enjoy these videos tremendously. Been watching since those dubious grab boxes. The Prof. is deft, on all fronts.
Prof, the fact that you can release this video (that is almost wholly you being critical of yourself and your channel) shows why your channel is such a great resource. Frankly, your credibility is off the charts.... Thanks!
I remember the monthly magic box. Ahh that was from the beginning days of my magic career. A simpler time for a simpler me, sometimes I miss it. Though the fat stacks my edh/modern decks are worth make me feel a little better about the passage of time and my investment in this wonderful game.
My biggest regret is that I did not meet you at my local game store here in Sao Paulo last year. I hope someday I'll meet you in person and thank you for bringing me back to Magic. Greets from Brazil.
I see what you talked about with your hair. I have some similar issues. I just wanted to say good video and hair! Thank you for your work!
"Because words matter" I miss the newsroom
The golden age of Pucatrade was dang awesome. Was able to get a legit Mox Pearl. (Confirmed by Channel Fireball)
My Unlimited Chaos Orb and 3 of my CE moxes came from Pucatrade. :)
Takes a humble person to admit their flaws. Keep being awesome Prof.
Rock on, man. This was a double Mox channel, fireball of a video.
We all learn from our mistakes and problems from our past. The great thing about you and all of the UA-cam community is the can go back and WATCH their mistakes and learn from them faster. But do not trouble your self with regrets. Do as you have just showed us and prosper from the knowledge those mistakes and regrets.
You have great bookshelves! I always enjoy seeing what is on them
When your regrets mostly come from hesitation, caution and honest mistakes, that’s pretty good.
Prof. I have to say your ownership of your “faults” makes you an outstanding person and I for one appreciate you and your contribution to this community. So thank you for your insight and opinions.
You should do a "5 things I'm most proud of video" to go along with this. We would all love to see that as well!
I have to ask - why is book three missing from the death gate cycle on your shelf?
Very important, I would like to know as well
lorelorn I hope he gives us a reason ASAP
He's probably re-reading it
lorelorn death gate go!
He probably lent it to me and i didn't return it.
No one has a full death gate cycle. No one
This is some journalistic integrity right here. Confirming my decision to subscribe - excellent video.
"Words have meaning!" -Enor, Bylaw and Order
Haha, didn't expect a lrr reference here!
I can't wait to hear about the remaining Gluttony and Lust challenges the Professor has yet to comment on 😅
Oh I didn't know that,about cards in folders😳My biggest regret is not knowing about Professor when I first started a year ago.I was cracking packs and buying color theme boosters😳,then drafting.Wasnt until my first failed Commander deck I realized my cards/skills sucked😂 Prof.taught me to buy singles!!! One year I've got about 3000 cards,9 commander decks,and some sweet collectible Magic cards,and art cards-which I love.I would have left Magic last year if not for The Professor...Legit love this guy!
The interview with Maro is one of my favorite Professor videos.