To be honest, It's good to see and hear about some of the struggles and issues one has had to deal with/overcome. It keeps things real. I think it shows a side to Joey that is much more relatable and bring a more tangible and emotional side to a channel and platform that, yes brings people together, but it's also a very one sided interaction in the majority of cases. Joey was one of the first people I came across when I started this hobby and youtube. I have done many of his DIY projects. I think it is the dream of a lot of people to do what he has done. I don't think a lot of people realize the amount of effort, money and personal sacrifice it takes to do something like this. While I had mixed feelings on the whole asking for money situation, from my POV, the community paid to see content, they funded this venture to see Joey put his talents and abilities to the test and I feel he has delivered. Keep on doing your thing Joey, the community wouldn't be the same without you. Nor you Rachel! Thank you for your content and this awesome Interview. :)
Jon - go back and watch the videos of when he lost one his ray and one of his Asians I believe. I believe one was due to a faulty heater and it was electrocuted. So other fish losses also. This was when he only had a few really standout aquiriums. It took him months to talk about it on video. Also how hard it was for him to ask for help.
I think a lot of people get caught up in all that he has and how on social media - a lot of the times you tend to see the best side of people. No one wants to go onto the world wide web and show everyone how they may have messed up or made a mistake. Specially when it comes to a loved pet or stock you're caring for or in his case that and family related issues. It shows that he is human just like the rest of us and that no one is free of fault. Does that make sense?
thank you for making this so real. I tell many youtuber's that it so refreshing to see people be real and transparent. I know that no one has an obligation to reveal their personal lives because truthfully its not really our business to know. that said that you are willing to go there to be who you really are makes me personally respect you even more. So thank you for being so open and honest with us. love you both and Merry Christmas
to you as well! I think it really helps that Joey and I are friends in real life, and the UA-cam stuff is just icing on the cake. I loved visiting him, the gallery, and his family especially so close to the holidays!
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Loved the interview. Never understood why people were so hard on him about the money. People had the choice to help support Joey and they did. He has provided a lot of value over the years!
Joey and you Rachel mentioned the fact that the minute he started realizing his dream the jealousy started showing up. I noticed a few things on UA-cam by some people that put him down for the help he was getting. It really saddened me. And I thought alright, let's see what one of these "doggy downers" had to offer that was oh so much better. Know what, they didn't even have any videos, except for ones that are on "playlists". None of their own! Definitely not worth any effort on my part to notice them any further. Glad you both take the high road! Blessings to you both! YOU BOTH ROCK!!! ❤️❤️❤️
Yeah, the moment joey started getting help from people and joeys UA-cam channel was on trending Dustin’s fish tanks started showing even more hate towards him then eventually he made an apology video to Joey cause of all the hate he got for all the rude comments. Unlike Cory from Aquarium CO - Op or Bob from Steenfott Aquatics both congratulated him. Let’s be honest though you would have to be naive to believe that people in the hobby aren’t a little bit jealous even they won’t admit to it.
I saw alooot of people talking about that goldfish girl with the two different colors of hair . I will admit I didn't like the way she went about it, but it's not my money! I'll still support her content cause I enjoy some of her videos. I'm glad joey did it been watching him for years it was a very honest way to handle the situation. Like he has said in the past, he's grinded for years to be where he is now.
I appreciate both of you for opening my eyes to the world of fishkeeping beyond that one overcrowded, inappropriately-stocked community tank that is the beginning and ending of the hobby for so many of us. I would have never had the knowledge to pick compatible species. I would not have thought to set up species only tanks for easier care of those species, and I would not have had the confidence to choose a much larger tank to keep larger species of fish in comfort. Joey's down to earth pragmatism and Rachel's love and respect for the fish she keeps are a constant inspiration to me. Best wishes to you both.
WOW!! AWESOME VIDEO.. I kind of take Joey for granted. I never knew he struggled so much. Thank you for this video. Also I think it was great to see Joey not censor the negative ppl leaving comments. He could have easily deleted comments but he left them up. I have so much more respect for him just wish he would do more collaborations like this one!
209Control my gf and I ran into Joey outside the Shedd Aquarium in Chicago last year. It was the day before the Aquatic Experience. I just shouted Joey across the street thinking it really wasn’t him. After crossing the street he was extremely friendly and gave us points of interests in the Shedd. He gave us more than a polite hello which was nice.
I love that!!! MTS - Multiple Tank Syndrome! I've had that affliction for years and I'm now in remission. However, watching you and Joey makes the symptoms relapse! LOL!!! Merry Christmas!!!
Joey, you don't see your gallery as a work of art, but it is. Anybody that has a scaped aquarium that mimics nature and even sometimes not mimic nature, all have works of art. Nature is the highest form of art to me. It is living, interactive, art that is always so amazing. When you bring that into a tank and recreate nature, you literally have a glass box of living art that has interaction that changes all the time. 👍🏼
This was eye-opening. Thank you for making a video like this. Speaking to the "expert" issue, I found the following etymology, which may make the word more applicable to both you and Joey and anyone who devotes time to learning something well: "Middle English (as an adjective): from French, from Latin expertus, past participle of experiri ‘try.’ The noun use dates from the early 19th century. Compare with experience and experiment." It seems that the definition is really "one who has tried," and certainly that is true of Joey, always experimenting and increasing experience--always, as he said, a learner.
Great to hear him speak about his sponsors. I know his roots are in DIY but he’s already done it all. The new content does great to bring new people into the hobby. Most people getting into the hobby don’t have a need to build their own tanks, filters, and etc. Great to have exposure of what’s possible in the hobby and the different types of tanks hobbyists can acquire. Thanks for the video Rachel and Joey. Appreciate the work you put in for the community!
You've done so much to promote the hobby and share your love of tropical fish that this is everyone's way of saying "we appreciate you, and what you do". Thank you, Joey.
From the bottom of my heart, thank you, Joey for telling us the personal story of your losses and near losses of possessions and family along your journey. We tend to forget that someone we look up to has had significant struggles along the way too. Thanks, Rachael, for a great interview.
I usually watched mostly Joey and Jennie from Solid Gold But lately I am making room for both Rachel and Cory (from Aquarium Co-Op) ;) Both deserve people watching their videos (now speaking for myself) I dont always watch them just to Iearn about this hobby (since I am in this hobby for many years) but I do like to watch people passionate about this hobby (and fish) For example I can always understand when Joey is excited about a new fish (or when he said that most of us loves to bring home a new fish.. or at least I do @ Joey) I often found myself when I watched his video: Yes man.. That is exactly how it is (or how I feel too) For example I m not even a fan of arowans but seeing him so excited and hyped I started to like his fish and really hope they get along (cuz I also had moments in the past when I struggled with some fish to get along.. I am a big fan of having peace and harmony in my tanks and I hate when someone is a bully in the tank haha) Same goes for Jennie.. To be honest I dont like (much) her Butterfly Telescopes Goldfish (when I had Goldfish I went mostly for fantails with normal eyes / not BIG eyes.. and they are still my favorite when it comes to Goldfish.. when they go BIG they have some beautiful tails and I like their overall shape). BUT I keep watching her because she is passionate and excited about fish (we all love fish and everyone of us is free to love whatever fish we want. So I will never say to Jennie something like: Quit keeping this type of Goldfish cuz I dont like it). Of course with Joey this ,,problem,, has been removed since he keeps more types of fish now :D (you have from where to pick your favorites)
Thanks Rachel. I appreciate how your questions elicited responses from Joey he doesn’t share very often. I really appreciate both of your channels and love learning from you guys. Thanks as well for doing the Fishmas vlogs, they were a lot of fun. It was neat to see snippets of your home and kids. I just wish I had entered your magazine drawing because finding that type of information in English in South Korea is tough. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Both of you guys have inspired me more than any others online. Because of you two, I have over 150 gallons of fun in my house. Keep up the good work Rachel and Joey
Hi Joey, I’m happy for you as well as so many others. You are my first UA-cam experience. I would love to say I’ve been watching you from the beginning but I can’t. It’s only been a couple of years but I did go back in your catalog to watch them all. The first time I saw your diy projects, I was hooked! And I’m still here today watching you grow. As far as negative people, well that’s just life. Like the crab in the bucket analogy, someone will always try to pull you down. So please continue with your works and thank you for your many many sacrifices... we appreciate you! Ps I can’t wait to order your book someday. Your fan and friend, Rudy.
You two are absolutely Phenomenal people. I enjoy watching you both so much, Seriously love the fact that you guys are so knowledgeable and have so much respect for each other. Thank you to both of you for sharing your part of your lives and hobby with us. You rock!
Love your channel - especially because I like smaller fish. I do not want to detract from all of that, but this was one of the greatest videos anyone has done. Yes, we have watched Joey "grow up" and become a very special person. I think of him as "big fish" and I think of you as "little fish" but what I like most of all is that both of you are just being real! Tanks for that!
Great stuff Rachel. You both are an inspiration in the hobby. I’ve been out of it for a number of years and would like to get back to it. But just aren’t in a place financially and living wise able to do it. So I live through it vicariously through you and Joey. I’ve been in the hobby since I was a kid and eventually had very successful fish department part of a pet store and have never lost the passion
I was glad to see joey get the help he needed to proceed with the gallery. I witnessed first hand the hate that instantly came out when he said he needed help, from a forum that myself and "uarujoey" have been involved in for more then a decade. Envy is an ugly thing, and anyone with a set of eyes can see that he deserves this gallery. Keep up the good work both of you!
The only thing that could have made this video even better would be tossing in Cory from Aquarium Coop and Pektec. Your four channels are my inspiration to do the best I can for my 29 gallon and pondering about a planted 55 gal eventually. Your sharing of knowledge and joy and as you've said and shared, the excitement about your aquariums, has inspired me to do more and go out on a limb. Thank you so much and Merry Christmas. Have a joyous and prosperous new year.
How can somebody not like you? You brought me back to the hobby and I am so thankful for that! It was a big part of me that was missing when adulthood came across and I had to give up my tanks due to lack of time... but thanks to you I am slowly coming back and this time taking all the necessary steps to creat a prefect environment for the fish. Keep on sharing your knowledge! You’re helping not only people that are new to the hobby but also those experienced! Good Job man!
i wud like to thank both rachael and joey as i reckon u have both kept me sane in the past year or so as i was going thru a hard time health wise... I looked forward to seeing a notification from 1 of my fish utubers,, I was an avid fish-keeper and breeder in Dublin Ireland in the 80s and 90s and am now in the process of getting a small fish room(about 30 tanks) up and running in the next 5 or 6 months... once again thank you sincerely as i reckon I would be dead if i didnt have u guys to cheer me up on a regular basis
I love the discus tank, the trofius cichlids, the silver platinums, and my favorite are the freshwater stingrays. I love the pattern on the pearls. I like Rachel's Tuesday tips. I hope you get your goldfish back.
Both Joey and Rachel have been so helpful to me, species info, filters, water parameters, aquascaping, everything! When I search for something “aquarium” on UA-cam I usually add “Joey” or “Rachel” to try and get a video by you two before anyone else’s lol ! Love you both keep doing what you’re doing. You’ve showed me, even being on disability I can have a beautiful couple aquariums. I have three now ! Lol
Wow had tears in my eyes awesome just awesome! I can't stop watching u and Rachel's channels love the energy and how much u love the hobbie got me really excited about doing some projects keep it up 😁
That's so awesome Joey you should be proud of what you have accomplished. I check every day for new videos. It's soo cool to see your projects. I think a Aqua decor background on the 2000 gal. Would look awesome !!!
I discovered each of you on UA-cam separately over the last year. Both of you are awesome people and my top to favorite of the dozen or so people I follow. Rachel did a great job of interviewing Joey so well done with an intriguing video. Merry Christmas to those who celebrate. Thank you again to Rachel and Joey. Keep up the great work, I am learning TONS from you both.
I love both of you. I am so impressed how folks stepped up to help Joey. I kinda wish I had been around to be a part of it. I am just now getting back into the hobby, and when I was fishkeeping before it was before the internet. I am actually getting so absorbed into the videos, and am truly trying to keep the MTS to a minimum. Although, it's eventually gonna be a big fail. You asked the best questions, Rachel. Good job!
This is actually amazing. As much as I hate YT sometimes, but it enables in depths discussion like this to happen. What was once only possible on major TV channels, about the economy, politics, etc, is now possible, and as polished, on YT. Really really good job on this. Great questions too. AND IT LOOKS SO NATURAL. Both of you are in your element, i.e. fish. Maybe you can make this into a series. Like interview a fishkeeper once a month and another video on the tours of their room. Like what Jake from Reefbuilders does. This is so good. I can't stop saying that.
I am really glad you enjoy it! I love interviewing folks, but logistically not sure how many I can do. Perhaps I can try and combine them with my scheduled travels. Joey and I have a good solid friendship, so interviewing him was a pleasure- we already have some camera chemistry.
When I was watching this video, which btw is an awesome video, the video stopped to load and I was just looking at you guys, and the way you looked at the fish/fish tanks I see the passion in your eyes. Also while i was watching, I realized how REAL you guys are, and that is the reason why people love you! Keep up the good work!! I love your videos Rachel and of course Joey’s too.
Great interview. It was nice seeing Joey get real and share some insights into his life and Rachel seems like such a great person to talk to for Joey to open up. Happy to hear there is some more collaboration coming from you two in the new year. Keep up the good work!
My two favorite people on UA-cam. Both are personal and professional as well as educational. Keeping it real and furthering the hobby. Merry Christmas guys
THANK YOU! Thank you for. Ring that down to earth person that gets with other amazing people in the hobby and really shedding a light on who others are and why their passion in this hobby means so much to others. Joey is amazing yes, but he’s just an average guy doing amazing things with a hobby we love so dear. I look forward to you doing more like this in the future.
Great interview, Rachel! I enjoy watching you guys because of how passionate both of you are. You guys truly care about the well being of your fish and the hobby as a whole. Keep it up!
Great video! I would just like to say thank you, to the both of you. I have been following the both of you for a while and it is great to see you both together. A real Christmas treat! Thank you for being an inspiration! Merry Christmas!
I have not been a subscriber for long but i really like everything you do with the gallery, the diy stuff etc...great job and i wish to have a fish gallery like yours ...i am from south africa and when i have the chance to shake your hand i most certainly will...
Awesome interview and questions! I think it's always great when people behind the camera are able to sit down and show viewers a little bit more of their personality and thoughts, it helps break down a sort of them-and-me barrier.
Joey, I've been subscribed to your channel for years. I have used several of your awesome techniques. I personally like the new sponsors influence. The gallery is a good example of what a fish room should be like. Rachel thanks for all you do and this great episode. Subscribed but has been clicked after this....
I'm new to Joey but man, what a human being! I love his energy and dedication. Did he really lose his family over the hobby? that's so heavy to hear, I hope he recovered his life
Great video guys, thanks for sharing with us Rachel! Nice to have something to watch while lying around fat n lazy from the holidays , Merry Christmas !
It's refreshing to watch two of my favorite " fish people" having the humility to ask each other questions. To share their experience rather than be competitive. I really think that this is a eye opener to business helping business. How all people prosper. Thanks and God bless you too long eared galloots
Are you paying your bills? Do you love what you do? Then you are truly LIVING! Congrats! I'm really hoping to see a special on tall or high tanks from one of you. John Bear is struggling with his 40G bow,and any tips would be amazing.
Great job you two! I been following both of you for a long time and this is great to see the 2 ppl that inspired me the most in the hobby, get together for this awsome video!
Joey you are one of the Real Ones left in this life, you too Rachel O'Leary! Thank you so much for being really into this hobby of fish/aquariums etc., We go to pet smart, or pet land, or any other popular store... they sell (fish, turtles, snakes, and birds) without explaining a true understanding of how to take the best care for them and the true responsibility of taking care of these fish as well as the care info one needs to give the fish it's best care! Truly thankful for people like you and Joey who really care and enjoy the love of the aquatic life!
Success will always attract negative feelings and comments from some. Im sure it's hard (impossible maybe?) not to be affected by these and I'll guess it makes you sad to experience these negatives sometimes. There's no way to avoid these, but the vast majority of your viewers feel so positive and appreciative of everything you're doing, that I hope these positives will always outweigh the negatives and lift you up when you might otherwise feel down. On your side of the lens, you step in front of a camera, but on our side, you step into our lives. You help us with our struggles, you improve our knowledge and raise our skills, you entertain us and lift our spirits when our own days may have not gone so well. That knowledge you provide improves the welfare and lives of our pets, and through word of mouth, even those of many hobbyists who never even see your channels. Your videos bring you into our lives and that makes you part of them. Due to this, the vast majority of us actually care about you as people. We want to hear of your struggles when things are hard, we want to hear of your losses when they've made you sad, we want to help and give something back, even if that's just some words of support to help lift you up when times are hard. Keep up the hard work and dedication guys, it's doing much more than maybe you even realise for this hobby of ours.
Love both the channels and really nice to see two awesome fish nerds collaborating! Great contents as always. If you guys are gonna do more interviews I was curious about how you both transitioned from having tanks to making a UA-cam presence/regular videos- was having fish and YouTubing simultaneous, or did one kind of promote the other?
Lol.. wow.. that's awesome . Good for you joy! !! You taught me how to build my fist tank.. without your videos I would have spent twice as much to get to where I am today.. that said.. I've still managed to maxout two credit cards.. ha.. But thanks man!! Your inspirational!!
Rachel and Joey have fueled my love for this hobby more than any other two individuals in my 43 years of fish keeping. Best wishes for success to both of you!
You both inspire me to keep moving forward in the hobbie. I don't have the room for a bunch of tanks but I can improve the three I have, and you both keep me going, thank you.
To be honest, It's good to see and hear about some of the struggles and issues one has had to deal with/overcome. It keeps things real. I think it shows a side to Joey that is much more relatable and bring a more tangible and emotional side to a channel and platform that, yes brings people together, but it's also a very one sided interaction in the majority of cases. Joey was one of the first people I came across when I started this hobby and youtube. I have done many of his DIY projects. I think it is the dream of a lot of people to do what he has done. I don't think a lot of people realize the amount of effort, money and personal sacrifice it takes to do something like this. While I had mixed feelings on the whole asking for money situation, from my POV, the community paid to see content, they funded this venture to see Joey put his talents and abilities to the test and I feel he has delivered. Keep on doing your thing Joey, the community wouldn't be the same without you. Nor you Rachel! Thank you for your content and this awesome Interview. :)
Bear Necessities, well said!
Bear Necessities can you elaborate further? 🤔
Jon - go back and watch the videos of when he lost one his ray and one of his Asians I believe. I believe one was due to a faulty heater and it was electrocuted. So other fish losses also. This was when he only had a few really standout aquiriums. It took him months to talk about it on video. Also how hard it was for him to ask for help.
I think a lot of people get caught up in all that he has and how on social media - a lot of the times you tend to see the best side of people. No one wants to go onto the world wide web and show everyone how they may have messed up or made a mistake. Specially when it comes to a loved pet or stock you're caring for or in his case that and family related issues. It shows that he is human just like the rest of us and that no one is free of fault. Does that make sense?
Bear Necessities +1
thank you for making this so real. I tell many youtuber's that it so refreshing to see people be real and transparent. I know that no one has an obligation to reveal their personal lives because truthfully its not really our business to know. that said that you are willing to go there to be who you really are makes me personally respect you even more. So thank you for being so open and honest with us. love you both and Merry Christmas
to you as well! I think it really helps that Joey and I are friends in real life, and the UA-cam stuff is just icing on the cake. I loved visiting him, the gallery, and his family especially so close to the holidays!
You both seem like people I would like to know.
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This woman has got skills for interviewing! She reveals so many unknow topics.
thank you!
Loved the interview. Never understood why people were so hard on him about the money. People had the choice to help support Joey and they did. He has provided a lot of value over the years!
Joey and you Rachel mentioned the fact that the minute he started realizing his dream the jealousy started showing up. I noticed a few things on UA-cam by some people that put him down for the help he was getting. It really saddened me. And I thought alright, let's see what one of these "doggy downers" had to offer that was oh so much better. Know what, they didn't even have any videos, except for ones that are on "playlists". None of their own! Definitely not worth any effort on my part to notice them any further. Glad you both take the high road! Blessings to you both! YOU BOTH ROCK!!! ❤️❤️❤️
Catherine Kennedy those people are cunts
Yeah, the moment joey started getting help from people and joeys UA-cam channel was on trending Dustin’s fish tanks started showing even more hate towards him then eventually he made an apology video to Joey cause of all the hate he got for all the rude comments. Unlike Cory from Aquarium CO - Op or Bob from Steenfott Aquatics both congratulated him. Let’s be honest though you would have to be naive to believe that people in the hobby aren’t a little bit jealous even they won’t admit to it.
Dragon Fist Dustin’s fish tanks did that? I saw a video where Joey and Dustin were discussing stuff together and seemed friendly to eachother
I saw alooot of people talking about that goldfish girl with the two different colors of hair . I will admit I didn't like the way she went about it, but it's not my money! I'll still support her content cause I enjoy some of her videos. I'm glad joey did it been watching him for years it was a very honest way to handle the situation. Like he has said in the past, he's grinded for years to be where he is now.
Dragon Fist Really? I saw one video of Dustin saying how much Joey had helped him in the hobby
I appreciate both of you for opening my eyes to the world of fishkeeping beyond that one overcrowded, inappropriately-stocked community tank that is the beginning and ending of the hobby for so many of us. I would have never had the knowledge to pick compatible species. I would not have thought to set up species only tanks for easier care of those species, and I would not have had the confidence to choose a much larger tank to keep larger species of fish in comfort. Joey's down to earth pragmatism and Rachel's love and respect for the fish she keeps are a constant inspiration to me. Best wishes to you both.
I have nothing but love and respect for both of you. It warms my heart that you obviously have nothing but love and respect for each other.
Dude you got a great heart. One thing suffering does, is give you empathy for your fellow man. And fellow fish.
WOW!! AWESOME VIDEO.. I kind of take Joey for granted. I never knew he struggled so much. Thank you for this video. Also I think it was great to see Joey not censor the negative ppl leaving comments. He could have easily deleted comments but he left them up. I have so much more respect for him just wish he would do more collaborations like this one!
209Control the other thing about Joey is when you meet him in person he's very personable and easy to talk to
Floyd Morey you met him ?
209Control my gf and I ran into Joey outside the Shedd Aquarium in Chicago last year. It was the day before the Aquatic Experience. I just shouted Joey across the street thinking it really wasn’t him. After crossing the street he was extremely friendly and gave us points of interests in the Shedd. He gave us more than a polite hello which was nice.
I love that!!! MTS - Multiple Tank Syndrome! I've had that affliction for years and I'm now in remission. However, watching you and Joey makes the symptoms relapse! LOL!!! Merry Christmas!!!
Joey, you don't see your gallery as a work of art, but it is. Anybody that has a scaped aquarium that mimics nature and even sometimes not mimic nature, all have works of art. Nature is the highest form of art to me. It is living, interactive, art that is always so amazing. When you bring that into a tank and recreate nature, you literally have a glass box of living art that has interaction that changes all the time. 👍🏼
Josh Hibbs
this makes me happy iv just scaped my tank . never thought of it as art ..but it looks fab..
hazel d I am glad to hear this. 😁👍🏼
This was eye-opening. Thank you for making a video like this. Speaking to the "expert" issue, I found the following etymology, which may make the word more applicable to both you and Joey and anyone who devotes time to learning something well: "Middle English (as an adjective): from French, from Latin expertus, past participle of experiri ‘try.’ The noun use dates from the early 19th century. Compare with experience and experiment." It seems that the definition is really "one who has tried," and certainly that is true of Joey, always experimenting and increasing experience--always, as he said, a learner.
I love that!
Great to hear him speak about his sponsors. I know his roots are in DIY but he’s already done it all. The new content does great to bring new people into the hobby. Most people getting into the hobby don’t have a need to build their own tanks, filters, and etc. Great to have exposure of what’s possible in the hobby and the different types of tanks hobbyists can acquire. Thanks for the video Rachel and Joey. Appreciate the work you put in for the community!
You've done so much to promote the hobby and share your love of tropical fish that this is everyone's way of saying "we appreciate you, and what you do". Thank you, Joey.
From the bottom of my heart, thank you, Joey for telling us the personal story of your losses and near losses of possessions and family along your journey. We tend to forget that someone we look up to has had significant struggles along the way too. Thanks, Rachael, for a great interview.
I usually watched mostly Joey and Jennie from Solid Gold
But lately I am making room for both Rachel and Cory (from Aquarium Co-Op) ;) Both deserve people watching their videos
(now speaking for myself) I dont always watch them just to Iearn about this hobby (since I am in this hobby for many years) but I do like to watch people passionate about this hobby (and fish)
For example I can always understand when Joey is excited about a new fish (or when he said that most of us loves to bring home a new fish.. or at least I do @ Joey)
I often found myself when I watched his video: Yes man.. That is exactly how it is (or how I feel too)
For example I m not even a fan of arowans but seeing him so excited and hyped I started to like his fish and really hope they get along (cuz I also had moments in the past when I struggled with some fish to get along.. I am a big fan of having peace and harmony in my tanks and I hate when someone is a bully in the tank haha)
Same goes for Jennie.. To be honest I dont like (much) her Butterfly Telescopes Goldfish (when I had Goldfish I went mostly for fantails with normal eyes / not BIG eyes.. and they are still my favorite when it comes to Goldfish.. when they go BIG they have some beautiful tails and I like their overall shape). BUT I keep watching her because she is passionate and excited about fish (we all love fish and everyone of us is free to love whatever fish we want. So I will never say to Jennie something like: Quit keeping this type of Goldfish cuz I dont like it). Of course with Joey this ,,problem,, has been removed since he keeps more types of fish now :D (you have from where to pick your favorites)
Ecartts corey is obviously second rate content.
Try simply betta...shes fun...project oriented...
Jenny...whered she go?.
Rachel is awesome!!!
Joey is a rockstar
Those are my favorites to. And Tank Tested!
Thanks Rachel. I appreciate how your questions elicited responses from Joey he doesn’t share very often. I really appreciate both of your channels and love learning from you guys. Thanks as well for doing the Fishmas vlogs, they were a lot of fun. It was neat to see snippets of your home and kids. I just wish I had entered your magazine drawing because finding that type of information in English in South Korea is tough. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
you can always get an amazonas digital subscription at any time :) I am glad you enjoyed fishmas!
Both of you guys have inspired me more than any others online. Because of you two, I have over 150 gallons of fun in my house. Keep up the good work Rachel and Joey
Hi Joey, I’m happy for you as well as so many others. You are my first UA-cam experience. I would love to say I’ve been watching you from the beginning but I can’t. It’s only been a couple of years but I did go back in your catalog to watch them all. The first time I saw your diy projects, I was hooked! And I’m still here today watching you grow. As far as negative people, well that’s just life. Like the crab in the bucket analogy, someone will always try to pull you down.
So please continue with your works and thank you for your many many sacrifices... we appreciate you!
Ps I can’t wait to order your book someday. Your fan and friend, Rudy.
How can anyone hate Joey? Thanks to him I made all my aquarium stands, fish food, bought cheap tank lids, and resealed my old tank. 😬
Fabulous interview.
+Lifewithpets thanks!
Great as always Rachel.🤓👍
You two are absolutely Phenomenal people. I enjoy watching you both so much, Seriously love the fact that you guys are so knowledgeable and have so much respect for each other. Thank you to both of you for sharing your part of your lives and hobby with us. You rock!
Love your channel - especially because I like smaller fish. I do not want to detract from all of that, but this was one of the greatest videos anyone has done. Yes, we have watched Joey "grow up" and become a very special person. I think of him as "big fish" and I think of you as "little fish" but what I like most of all is that both of you are just being real! Tanks for that!
I love Joey. He's so humble and sweet. I love watching he's videos, my kids love watching them also.
Joey & Rachel together!!! I'm all smiles! You two have been so helpful to me and my tanks for many years!
Great stuff Rachel. You both are an inspiration in the hobby. I’ve been out of it for a number of years and would like to get back to it. But just aren’t in a place financially and living wise able to do it. So I live through it vicariously through you and Joey. I’ve been in the hobby since I was a kid and eventually had very successful fish department part of a pet store and have never lost the passion
I was glad to see joey get the help he needed to proceed with the gallery. I witnessed first hand the hate that instantly came out when he said he needed help, from a forum that myself and "uarujoey" have been involved in for more then a decade. Envy is an ugly thing, and anyone with a set of eyes can see that he deserves this gallery. Keep up the good work both of you!
I think you should interview ppl professionally. Nice interview rachel
+the cichlid guru thank You! I used to do interviews professionally for Amazonas Magazine and bow moderate speaker panels from time to time :)
Rachel O'leary .cool . Happy holidays
The only thing that could have made this video even better would be tossing in Cory from Aquarium Coop and Pektec. Your four channels are my inspiration to do the best I can for my 29 gallon and pondering about a planted 55 gal eventually. Your sharing of knowledge and joy and as you've said and shared, the excitement about your aquariums, has inspired me to do more and go out on a limb. Thank you so much and Merry Christmas. Have a joyous and prosperous new year.
How can somebody not like you? You brought me back to the hobby and I am so thankful for that! It was a big part of me that was missing when adulthood came across and I had to give up my tanks due to lack of time... but thanks to you I am slowly coming back and this time taking all the necessary steps to creat a prefect environment for the fish. Keep on sharing your knowledge! You’re helping not only people that are new to the hobby but also those experienced! Good Job man!
Welcome back!!
i wud like to thank both rachael and joey as i reckon u have both kept me sane in the past year or so as i was going thru a hard time health wise... I looked forward to seeing a notification from 1 of my fish utubers,, I was an avid fish-keeper and breeder in Dublin Ireland in the 80s and 90s and am now in the process of getting a small fish room(about 30 tanks) up and running in the next 5 or 6 months... once again thank you sincerely as i reckon I would be dead if i didnt have u guys to cheer me up on a regular basis
I love the discus tank, the trofius cichlids, the silver platinums, and my favorite are the freshwater stingrays. I love the pattern on the pearls. I like Rachel's Tuesday tips. I hope you get your goldfish back.
I've been watching her for so long and I just realized her tattoo on her hands says "fish pimp" that's fucking awesome😂😂😂😂
I already had a ton of respect for you! After hearing what you have done... I have even more respect for you and what you do! Unbelievable!!!
Both Joey and Rachel have been so helpful to me, species info, filters, water parameters, aquascaping, everything! When I search for something “aquarium” on UA-cam I usually add “Joey” or “Rachel” to try and get a video by you two before anyone else’s lol ! Love you both keep doing what you’re doing. You’ve showed me, even being on disability I can have a beautiful couple aquariums. I have three now ! Lol
Wow had tears in my eyes awesome just awesome! I can't stop watching u and Rachel's channels love the energy and how much u love the hobbie got me really excited about doing some projects keep it up 😁
Very good interview. Good job Rach
thanks!
That's so awesome Joey you should be proud of what you have accomplished. I check every day for new videos. It's soo cool to see your projects. I think a Aqua decor background on the 2000 gal. Would look awesome !!!
I discovered each of you on UA-cam separately over the last year. Both of you are awesome people and my top to favorite of the dozen or so people I follow. Rachel did a great job of interviewing Joey so well done with an intriguing video. Merry Christmas to those who celebrate. Thank you again to Rachel and Joey. Keep up the great work, I am learning TONS from you both.
Great video. nice to see the real Joey behind the Diy fish keeper ! thank you for bringing the questions forward pretty lady xx
Merry Christmas to 2 of my favorite UA-cam fish folks. Hope ya'll and your families had a wonderful day.
I love both of you. I am so impressed how folks stepped up to help Joey. I kinda wish I had been around to be a part of it. I am just now getting back into the hobby, and when I was fishkeeping before it was before the internet. I am actually getting so absorbed into the videos, and am truly trying to keep the MTS to a minimum. Although, it's eventually gonna be a big fail. You asked the best questions, Rachel. Good job!
This is actually amazing. As much as I hate YT sometimes, but it enables in depths discussion like this to happen. What was once only possible on major TV channels, about the economy, politics, etc, is now possible, and as polished, on YT. Really really good job on this. Great questions too. AND IT LOOKS SO NATURAL. Both of you are in your element, i.e. fish.
Maybe you can make this into a series. Like interview a fishkeeper once a month and another video on the tours of their room. Like what Jake from Reefbuilders does.
This is so good. I can't stop saying that.
I am really glad you enjoy it! I love interviewing folks, but logistically not sure how many I can do. Perhaps I can try and combine them with my scheduled travels. Joey and I have a good solid friendship, so interviewing him was a pleasure- we already have some camera chemistry.
I'm new to your page... thanks to Joey. I think this is going to be my next favorite channel, I'm officially along for the ride!!!!!!!
New subscriber came over from DIY channel. Like what I seen on your videos
Welcome!
So, the mermaid outfit is too revealing?? That means you've actually had it on then!! 😂😂🤣🤣
My 2 favorite hobbyists together!!! Awesome! Such a knowledgeable couple. Plz do more of these calabos.
LMFAO! Arowana jumping in the vid... he always says they jump the lil buggers :D
When I was watching this video, which btw is an awesome video, the video stopped to load and I was just looking at you guys, and the way you looked at the fish/fish tanks I see the passion in your eyes. Also while i was watching, I realized how REAL you guys are, and that is the reason why people love you!
Keep up the good work!! I love your videos Rachel and of course Joey’s too.
Great interview. It was nice seeing Joey get real and share some insights into his life and Rachel seems like such a great person to talk to for Joey to open up. Happy to hear there is some more collaboration coming from you two in the new year. Keep up the good work!
My two favorite people on UA-cam. Both are personal and professional as well as educational. Keeping it real and furthering the hobby.
Merry Christmas guys
THANK YOU! Thank you for. Ring that down to earth person that gets with other amazing people in the hobby and really shedding a light on who others are and why their passion in this hobby means so much to others. Joey is amazing yes, but he’s just an average guy doing amazing things with a hobby we love so dear. I look forward to you doing more like this in the future.
Great interview, Rachel! I enjoy watching you guys because of how passionate both of you are. You guys truly care about the well being of your fish and the hobby as a whole. Keep it up!
Great video! I would just like to say thank you, to the both of you. I have been following the both of you for a while and it is great to see you both together. A real Christmas treat! Thank you for being an inspiration! Merry Christmas!
I have not been a subscriber for long but i really like everything you do with the gallery, the diy stuff etc...great job and i wish to have a fish gallery like yours ...i am from south africa and when i have the chance to shake your hand i most certainly will...
Awesome interview and questions! I think it's always great when people behind the camera are able to sit down and show viewers a little bit more of their personality and thoughts, it helps break down a sort of them-and-me barrier.
I could listen to you guys for hours on end. I've learn so much form you guys. Who said you can't teach a old dog new tricks.
I watch Joey often (every single video) and didn’t know most of this stuff about him. Awesome video...
thanks for showing us a little extra part of the KING of diy.
Yay, Joey and Rachel Deep interview. Thank you for being so open with us. I'm inspired by both your channels and look forward to videos every week!
Thanks for taking time during the holidays to keep us entertained. Love you both
Joey, I've been subscribed to your channel for years. I have used several of your awesome techniques. I personally like the new sponsors influence. The gallery is a good example of what a fish room should be like. Rachel thanks for all you do and this great episode. Subscribed but has been clicked after this....
I'm new to Joey but man, what a human being! I love his energy and dedication. Did he really lose his family over the hobby? that's so heavy to hear, I hope he recovered his life
Great video guys, thanks for sharing with us Rachel! Nice to have something to watch while lying around fat n lazy from the holidays , Merry Christmas !
Always love to hear Joeys story of perseverance and passion. It’s inspiring! Thanks Rachel!
It's refreshing to watch two of my favorite " fish people" having the humility to ask each other questions. To share their experience rather than be competitive. I really think that this is a eye opener to business helping business. How all people prosper. Thanks and God bless you too long eared galloots
Are you paying your bills? Do you love what you do? Then you are truly LIVING! Congrats! I'm really hoping to see a special on tall or high tanks from one of you. John Bear is struggling with his 40G bow,and any tips would be amazing.
Great job you two!
I been following both of you for a long time and this is great to see the 2 ppl that inspired me the most in the hobby, get together for this awsome video!
HNY! Fab video Rachel and Joey. Love how our hobby is truly represented on UA-cam by you. Best x
My two favorite tutors and biggest inspirations all in one video. Thank you guys!
Great interview! Two of the best fish people on UA-cam together - can't beat it.
Joey you are one of the Real Ones left in this life, you too Rachel O'Leary! Thank you so much for being really into this hobby of fish/aquariums etc., We go to pet smart, or pet land, or any other popular store... they sell (fish, turtles, snakes, and birds) without explaining a true understanding of how to take the best care for them and the true responsibility of taking care of these fish as well as the care info one needs to give the fish it's best care! Truly thankful for people like you and Joey who really care and enjoy the love of the aquatic life!
Rachel you rock. This a great collaboration video.
+chikinstories thank you!
Success will always attract negative feelings and comments from some. Im sure it's hard (impossible maybe?) not to be affected by these and I'll guess it makes you sad to experience these negatives sometimes. There's no way to avoid these, but the vast majority of your viewers feel so positive and appreciative of everything you're doing, that I hope these positives will always outweigh the negatives and lift you up when you might otherwise feel down. On your side of the lens, you step in front of a camera, but on our side, you step into our lives. You help us with our struggles, you improve our knowledge and raise our skills, you entertain us and lift our spirits when our own days may have not gone so well. That knowledge you provide improves the welfare and lives of our pets, and through word of mouth, even those of many hobbyists who never even see your channels. Your videos bring you into our lives and that makes you part of them. Due to this, the vast majority of us actually care about you as people. We want to hear of your struggles when things are hard, we want to hear of your losses when they've made you sad, we want to help and give something back, even if that's just some words of support to help lift you up when times are hard. Keep up the hard work and dedication guys, it's doing much more than maybe you even realise for this hobby of ours.
This is a terrific, informational, and professional interview. Love seeing you both here! Happy new year, healthy and fishy! 🐠 💕
Love both the channels and really nice to see two awesome fish nerds collaborating! Great contents as always. If you guys are gonna do more interviews I was curious about how you both transitioned from having tanks to making a UA-cam presence/regular videos- was having fish and YouTubing simultaneous, or did one kind of promote the other?
Awesome job Rachel! Almost reminds me of his live feeds, where the passion comes out unfiltered.
Lol.. wow.. that's awesome
. Good for you joy! !!
You taught me how to build my fist tank.. without your videos I would have spent twice as much to get to where I am today.. that said.. I've still managed to maxout two credit cards.. ha..
But thanks man!!
Your inspirational!!
A lot of people may not understand what you're doing but a hell of a lot more people do understand it and love it
ahh thank you 2 for sharing! looks like you had a blast visiting!
Wow.. Just wow.. A collaboration of sorts.. Fish pimps hooray
LOL, that's a good one. They are awesome!
Great video! It's great to hear the behind the scene and on the obstacle you all go through. Thank you Rachel and Joel on what you do. Keep it up.
Rachel and Joey have fueled my love for this hobby more than any other two individuals in my 43 years of fish keeping. Best wishes for success to both of you!
I consider you both BIG powerhouses of the UA-cam Aquarium world and its awesome to see you both together in a video.
you are such a great interviewer. you gave Joey a chance to be himself in front of the camera. thanks for the great video.
I’m glad he opened up about the positives and the negatives. We are all nosy, well I am, what industry beefs do you guys have? It’s just interesting.
Very solid interview Rachel great job!
+pecktec thanks sean!
So touching and emotional... we appreciate you!
Both you guy's are amazing! Seeing u together on camera is always a pleasure your passion shines! Keep it up! 👍
Great vid guys! Keepin it real and talking about behind the scenes. You two are a great source of knowedge to all of us and an inspiration too.
Hi Rachel.
Thank you for sharing a great video. I enjoyed watching.
Nice to see you inside Joey's gallery and with him. 😊😊😊
You both inspire me to keep moving forward in the hobbie. I don't have the room for a bunch of tanks but I can improve the three I have, and you both keep me going, thank you.
WE LOVE JOEY :) nice to see this kind of support between you tubers/fish keepers
I really enjoy the dynamic between you guys. A weekly or even a monthly show with you two would be spectacular!
I've been watching his videos for YEARS. And as long as he makes them we will keep watching
Loved this way more than I thought I would. You rocked this interview. You got something... Please keep doing this.
Wow great interview on many levels!
I really enjoy most of your videos but this one is exceptionally enjoyable. Thanks for sharing it. :)