One of the most iconic behind the scenes R&L ever did, was when they moved into the studio they are currently in. And at that time, they had only just started hiring and got to about 20-ish people. I think that's why a lot of us thought this way. :D
I'm sure a good chunk of that hundred is the cast and crew of smosh, cause at this point they probably have as many people behind the scenes as GMM's core production team. As many people as that is, with how many things they're all making I'm certain there's not a single unnecessary job in the place.
I think even more than Smosh, Mythical Kitchen is the main evidence of Mythical expanding. They acquired Smosh, but they developed MK in-house, and it has next to 0 direct involvement from R&L themselves because they trust Josh enough to be the face of it and operate it on his own.
Jack, the way you said mythical is becoming the next Disney is so true. Every time i see their videos every weekday & podcast ep, etc., I'm brought into this happiness of a place I never knew I could be brought into! Their channel truly is the happiest place on earth....or youtube for that matter lol -LIZZY
As much as I love Rhett and Link I don't want mythical to become a mega corporation buying new and existing content and channels, (to me at least) it isn't in the spirit of UA-cam. Of course MCNs have been doing this for ages but Idunno it's just sad to see Rhett and Link associated with Disney.
@@Punched0 i do want rhett and link to be able to get themselves away from the spotlight someday though. And the best way to do that is to focus on producing and being in the back end instead of in front of the camera.
Jack, Rhett and Link are amazing at being entertaining and inspirational. However Jack… The way you produce this and exposing what is so great about them, is the true inspiration in this video sir. Thank you so much. I know this was a lot of work to produce and I really enjoyed it
At the core of their content is light-hearted fun, a break from reality. You easily know why they're so successful when you let either of them rant. It's because they understand not just what is entertaining but their end goal as a whole isn't clicks and subs. People have been so starved these last few years of genuine content that isn't just about telling the viewers they messed up or did bad, that when faced with real entertainment we can't figure it out
light-hearted fun is exactly why i keep coming back to their channel. so much of youtube has now become clickbait or drama, it is good to have something to come back to for a stress-free and fun time.
I think when it comes down to it, and people may not like this, but Rhett and Link are VERY smart. They are business men, and treat Mythical as if it's a business. I know a lot of "UA-camrs" try to do the same, but R&L have mastered it. They started a whole company revolving around their image and personalities and they're doing a great job of it because they're very business savvy and I believe they always have been. Besides other things like consistency, giving the viewers what they want, and just their overall personalities. These guys know how to run a company and do a very good job of it in my opinion. By the way, Rhett and Link are probably my favorite people on this platform (:
I agree with this statement too. They're not afraid to try new things, they listen when their audience doesn't like something and adjust accordingly or over time, and they are overall very good at adapting and being flexible while balancing the sincerity of their show and humor. Side note, I also honestly think their merch has some of the most unique designs on the platform. Sure, it's got their logo and brand, but the variety in quirky styles and retro flair is seriously charming.
Big fan of the classic UA-camrs for many reasons, but not least of which is that genuine love for what they do. People like R&L were doing it for the love of it long before it paid the bills.
This is what makes me still love UA-cam. A documentary like this takes so much effort and we are watching it for free. So much value, so much life-changing information.
“They’re setting out to build the next Disney” got me. It’s crazy how you never realize their impact until you really sit and think about it. And they seem like genuinely good people. Wow.
I think one of the reasons they have been so successful is because they don't stop. They are 2 of the most creative people I've ever seen. They inspire creativity, if you look at the mythical beasts, it's a testament to them and what they inspire. They listen to their community. It's truly mythical
Honestly they thrive off the chaotic schedule they have. They’ve mentioned in past videos despite being more wealthy now and stuff at the time i remember they mentioned that they hadn’t even gone on a cruise or extended holiday away with their families.
Well a perfect model, not the perfect model. I wouldn't want every channel to be like theirs, but channels that want to be like theirs should model after it yeah
They are just so wholesome and naturally funny. They feel like friends even when they are producing content that millions of people are watching, it feels intimate like they're your best friends. Even when a video doesn't specifically resonate with me, I'm inclined to watch it because their personalities are so interesting. This was a great look into how their creative experience has exploded and it was so cool to get a glimpse behind the scenes at the "machine."
Also: With so much of YT being concerned about drama and tea spills, imagine building such a wholesome machine and having it be SO successful! I don't need more drama than what I have in my every day life, and it's so nice that the people involved with Rhett and Link's media enterprise are just genuine and caring people making great content whenever they can.
You mean aside from the whole thinking shooting sea turtles is funny thing? They do a lot that I wouldn't call "wholesome." Of course they don't actually think think shooting sea turtles is funny. I think that joke lands for them only because they have out so much other content that this is clearly tapping into the absurd. The concept of the action is disgusting and horrifying, it is the juxtaposition of it with Rhett and Link's characters that allows it to be interpreted as funny.
@@zvxcvxcz Alright sea turtle crusader. I guess I missed that video. You're right, that content IS gross and miscalculated for their channel. I said they were wholesome, though, not gods. They do also make mistakes. Sheesh.
16:35 Link talks about wanting to do a variety of things along with GMM, while attempting to stay true to the Rhett and Link and the formation of bleak creek, another web series like buddy system (ronstadt) channel here. love this video, Jack has made a fantastic documentary here cuz he’s just as big of a fan as us.
Wow, this was so good and so well done. I agree 100%. GMM has become such a light to my world and such a happy place for me. I know I can click on any episode and laugh and forget the world for 12-15 minutes
When I was watching the fans, I was tearing up. As a long time fan who lives in a different country, meeting them would be such a dream! Great video👏🏼👏🏼
As an old school youtuber who hates the Hollywood system I was always upset and baffled on why they would leave youtube for TV. I was so happy to see them return to UA-cam and do better than ever. Thanks for the reminder Jack, They kept taking swings.
What a great video. Here I am, a 38 y/o women with 2 kids in college and a husband who follows only financial, politics, classical arts, etc, and I felt so emotional watching this video. I have been following their content for over 10 years now and I love it so much. They are entertaining, real, conscious, caring, and creative. I’m glad they are doing as good as they do and I hope to continue to see them grow. Can’t wait for whatever comes next for them and their company =)
This video was so well done- as a mythical beast for over 7 years this is such a perfect and incredible way of showing how they gained success. Thank you :))
Couple of talented men who were bold enough to take chances and push forward. Many people try and fail because they are afraid to just take that chance. But I am glad these dads continued to fight for their dreams! And remain humble and willing to give back.
Something I notice about the gmm community is we have all been here for YEARS. I started watching gmm when I was around 8 which was 8 years ago. The kids watching the show are usually the kids of someone who has been watching the show for years as well. We have all just always stuck with them, even if we take a break from the show for months we ALWAYS come back, or at least I do. A kid could enjoy the content since it's kid friendly and an adult can enjoy the adult jokes on the show. It's content you can always enjoy no matter the time or the place.
I've been watching GMM daily for about 7-8 yrs, I started watching because Rhett's sense of humor really reminded me of my dad who passed away when I was 15. I suppose at this point they've become a familiar comfort.
This really gave me a new appreciation for Rhett & Link and Mythical as a whole. I've been watching GMM and GMMore for like 6 years and have been a fan the whole time for their upbeat and goofy attitudes, but this really made me appreciate them so much more and realize just how much they and their shows mean to me. It sounds like such a silly thing, but it really is a part of my daily routine. Granted I usually watch the day's videos before going to bed, so it's more Good Mythical Evening, for me!
Another key to UA-cam success is consistency at least for now and not giving up even if it takes thousands of videos to make that one trending video! Enjoying making content enough not to quit making it!
Hmm, I wonder if there is some selection bias there. If there is consistent content and you get one hit, then there is a whole library of similar content for people to click through. But who knows how many libraries are out there that will never strike the big time because the topic doesn't have any viral appeal.
The coolest thing about them is how much they have remained such kind people, who think and feel so deeply and let it shine through in everything they do. Rhett, Link, Stevie, Jordan, Chase, Josh, Emily, all of them really seem like they never forgot that they are kind and good hearted people who want to bring a little more joy into the world. I am so fortunate to have discovered them when I embarked on my journey into practicing medicine and through times of grief, and kept watching through some of my toughest days. Knowing that little bit of joy was waiting on my phone kept me sane when I felt very much alone. I’m one of so many examples of that. And they continue to encourage people to be their mythical best, which means so much more to people than they even know. If they only knew how much they impact the misfit, the lovably awkward, the ADHD kid inside all of us, and help that spirit in each of us grow proud and strong for being a little different. They are doing EXACTLY what they are meant to do. And I am grateful.
Link: I trust the team well enough that they’re not gonna sell something that’s embarrassing or dumb Team: creates and sells naked Rhett and Link shower curtain Haha I thought the shower curtain was hilarious, but this just struck me as funny 😂
Yeah, sometimes I think they should have a final say before sending stuff to production. I've noticed a difference in the type of stuff being put out since they "let go."
Woah, how great to see the story told like this! Congrats on conveying the magic of rhett and link in this documentary, I got the feeling that I was watching something grand in the making.
I have loved Rhett & Link and watched their operation grow for almost 10 years now. Thanks for this video, it’s been really cool to watch their success. Also I can see you went to the Indianapolis show (my hometown) I almost went to it but ended up not, and now I am SO SAD I didn’t!! My 3 UA-cam heroes were in my city at the same time wow
Part of my favorite thing about Rhett and Link is their friendship. You can just feel the love they have for each other and it makes their content even more amazing to watch because it's two best friends from North Carolina making it together and no matter how successful they get, they are still THEM. They aren't trying to be anyone but themselves. They are two regular guys who reached success together which to me is one of the most beautiful things ever. These two are true brothers from another mother! It's been so fun watching them grow into what they are today. I started watching in 2014, I don't remember which video it was but I think Rhett and Link's kids were in it.
I just noticed this vid! It's kind of surreal because I'm Mythical's Merch designer, and that segment about Link complaining about designing merch and needing someone else was filmed just a few months before I started.
I love this. I started watching Rhett and link when they did the commercials and now GMM has been a part of my day for years. They have been the only steady form on entertainment I’ve had from childhood into my 20s. I hope they continue to be into my 30s and 40s
Rhett and Link are so inspirational. I think every creative could look to them as role models for self-awareness, tenacity, originality and ethics. Great documentary! Thank you for making it.
I have been a fan of Rhett and Link since 2018. Not only they have brighten my mornings, they brought me out of my depression and a bad relationship. Plus they have inspired to me pursue my passions and new ventures like filmmaking. Words can't describe how amazing they have changed so many lives and the world of entertainment AND internetainment. Thank you for sharing this inspirational film!!! #proudtobeamythicalbeast
Sorry for being off-topic, but woah! I had no idea you still made videos! I used to watch you way back when you used to make Sims 2 vlogs with Thessaly Lerner, haha. I'm so happy to have found you again!
This was an amazing doc about Rhett and Link. I've been fans of them for years and it was so great to see all of this behind the scenes/business info. How you showed that they are truly who they are on GMM, and just really care about what they do. Great job, I'm now subscribed
been a fan since their 3rd season. i keep watching them until this day (tho ever took a break from them during yt original series because that's just chaos), because when i was diagnosed with a breast tumor, watching their channel had been a great distraction until i was tumor free. their contents still have the same vibe as their earliest seasons, no matter the studio and the crews grow expanding. some of their old and classic segments i miss it dearly, but some things cannot be "always" here.
Jack - thank you. This is EXACTLY why I love Rhett and Link. I respect them so much as creators and it's clear to me these two (and their team) are doing something amazing and 'industry' changing. This was so delightful to watch and your enthusiasm was really sweet. I also find it really impressive that when you search for "scandals" involving them - there are none to be found. Other celebs and major UA-camrs usually have at least one or two stories out there that haunt them, but these two have nothing. They have both been married for 20 some years, they have kids who all seem happy and healthy and there are employees at Mythical who have been there a very long time - which tells me it's not a terrible place to work. I honestly cannot love them any more than I do and I am grateful for this documentary and hope they are reading the comments here. Because I am not really their target demographic (in my 40s here) and I watch every day. I watch because I feel like these two could be my friends and I appreciate them for the hard work they do to make me laugh - sometimes so hard that I have coughing fits (Orbeez GMMore for anyone wanting to almost die of laughter). Great content. Now do SimplyNailogical please and her ability to work for the Canadian government, host a podcast, have her channel and start a very amazing nail polish company. I am honestly not sure when that woman sleeps. xo
I remember watching your music videos like 10+ years ago. Thats also when i started watching Rhett and Link. I had NO idea youre the CEO of patreon,its so cool to see you and Them turn out so successful
This is an awesome video! R&L are so loveable and I think everyone just hopes they grow and grow. I didn't know about the Smosh acquisition. So cool to see!
25:30 i almost teared up. not joking. their smiles and faces are so genuine and friendly. they are so kind and wonderful people. i wish i could just meet them. i live in the UK though.
This has been my favorite video about Rhett and Link's path to where they are now that I've ever seen. Great job, man. This was an amazingly thorough and great structured video which you obviously put a lot of time into making. Thank you
I started off watching GMM every morning before school, my dad and I would both get up a little earlier so we could guarantee we'd have 10-15 minutes for breakfast and GMM. It was something we could both enjoy and easy to watch daily. Now I'm all moved out and my gf and I still watch it during breakfast before work every weekday. There's nothing like it.
This was super awesome to watch, I learned so much! I've only discovered R&L about six months ago, I've got a lot of catching up to do, but I watch them every night. What smart business men, I just adore them!
Thank you so much for this! We also adore Rhett & Link in our house and I loved seeing the creativity and drive, documented by someone who clearly gets why they are so freaking awesome!
It's my favorite thing to live by being a creator. "I've failed more than you've even tried". I feel like it's something that has to be stuck inside you.
1. Jack, I've been a huge fan of the things you've made for several years. I think you're right alongside Rhett and Link in terms of being immensely talented, super personable, and able to juggle and manage so many creative projects well. 2. It's fun to see this kind of behind the scenes of Mythical studios. I've been watching them since before Good Morning Chia Lincoln days, and I think there's a part of me that still thinks of them as a two-man operation, and like a little secret of the internet. Watching them grow to become household names is still super surreal. I'm interested to see whether or not another TV show attempt is in their future (since they've made a number of well-received late night appearances & have more experience with a large production team), though I personally hope that they would instead continue to experiment and re-define what "internetainment" can be.
I can’t believe you came to the Old National Center for the Indy show! I was there, it was fantastic. Amazing documentary Jack. Such is the case with a lot of people as you said, Rhett & Link are huge inspirations for me as a comedian and filmmaker.
i just want to say that recently i've gotten tired of video essays or informational videos or things like that. they tend to drag and get boring. but this was sooo well-paced and well-edited that i was hooked the entire time. good job!
I always knew R&L had a lot of moving parts, but I never realized JUST HOW MANY moving parts there were! HOLY COW. Thank you so much for making this video, Jack! This was an awesome deep dive into the whole Mythical universe. Also, that guy recognizing you was super cute!
This was phenomenally well done. I've been a Beast for many years now and consider all of us a family. You really killed this!! I enjoyed it so much! I am now a new follower of yours and hope to see you and our guys create together again in the future!
love Rhett and Link! have been a hard core viewer ever since 2008! they are my highlight every week! truly two very special people and influencers in this world!
This was such a beautiful exploration of R&L's story and their growth on UA-cam. Love getting to really listen to the stories we've heard small sound bites of, but don't deeply know. Storytelling and youtube culture at its finest. Thank you Jack!
Thank you for this beautiful video! I am such a proud mythical beast and supporter of all things Rhett and Link! I couldn’t agree more with where they’re gonna go! So proud of these gentleman and the whole entire team for what they give us each and every day! No other youtuber does what they do. Hands down! This was so great to watch! Thank you!!
I've been watching Rhett & Link for so many years now and this video gave me so many feels. I love them and what they're doing so much! They give me that smile and happiness when I feel I can't. Thank you so much for making this, it really shows just how hard-working and dedicated Rhett & Link really are! :)
Thanks for making a deeper insight n analysis of these two and their craziness, they've been an inspiration for my own creative stuff since 2012 and im so envious of the fans who got to meet them
I loved your deep dive into Elle Mills and you've done it again with this Rhett & Link video. Thank you so much for creating these. Some would say I "made it" on younow (a small live-streaming platform) but I've stopped live-streaming because of an intense medical journey. Like R&L, it feels like my show has just gotten cancelled and I'm trying to find a new path forward. I love editing and storytelling so I turned to youtube. As a small youtuber who is still trying to find my way and understand my own journey it's easy to just stop creating in fear that I'll never be as successful as I want to be. Thank you for your videos, Jack. They're so helpful in peeking behind the curtain.
Me thinking R&L had about 9 employees... But honestly that says so much about the feel of the show still being true to them after all these years!
Right. I could only guess the scale of their operation and arrived at like 20 people or something but to think they have over a 100 is 😳
I thought about 20 or so.
"It takes 100 employees..." 😲
One of the most iconic behind the scenes R&L ever did, was when they moved into the studio they are currently in. And at that time, they had only just started hiring and got to about 20-ish people. I think that's why a lot of us thought this way. :D
I'm sure a good chunk of that hundred is the cast and crew of smosh, cause at this point they probably have as many people behind the scenes as GMM's core production team. As many people as that is, with how many things they're all making I'm certain there's not a single unnecessary job in the place.
@@gr6eplot twist. Smosh is back on its own, and GMM still have over 100 hundred employees.
I think even more than Smosh, Mythical Kitchen is the main evidence of Mythical expanding. They acquired Smosh, but they developed MK in-house, and it has next to 0 direct involvement from R&L themselves because they trust Josh enough to be the face of it and operate it on his own.
Josh is great. Gotta love him.
Rhett & Link own Smosh?
@@acidbihhh420 did you not watch the video?
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Awesome comment, josh is amazing and MK makes me happy
Jack, the way you said mythical is becoming the next Disney is so true. Every time i see their videos every weekday & podcast ep, etc., I'm brought into this happiness of a place I never knew I could be brought into! Their channel truly is the happiest place on earth....or youtube for that matter lol -LIZZY
I 100% agree
Don't make me sob anymore
@@videhbhaav me either from you writing this comment lol :'D
As much as I love Rhett and Link I don't want mythical to become a mega corporation buying new and existing content and channels, (to me at least) it isn't in the spirit of UA-cam. Of course MCNs have been doing this for ages but Idunno it's just sad to see Rhett and Link associated with Disney.
@@Punched0 i do want rhett and link to be able to get themselves away from the spotlight someday though. And the best way to do that is to focus on producing and being in the back end instead of in front of the camera.
Jack, Rhett and Link are amazing at being entertaining and inspirational. However Jack… The way you produce this and exposing what is so great about them, is the true inspiration in this video sir. Thank you so much. I know this was a lot of work to produce and I really enjoyed it
Yes, Mr. millionaire, you are so talented , please show us your ways Mr millionaire comparing mythical to Disney lmao
I read all of that in your voice....
I truly enjoyed watching this mini documentary thanks
Why do you get sucked in by this douche?
At the core of their content is light-hearted fun, a break from reality. You easily know why they're so successful when you let either of them rant. It's because they understand not just what is entertaining but their end goal as a whole isn't clicks and subs. People have been so starved these last few years of genuine content that isn't just about telling the viewers they messed up or did bad, that when faced with real entertainment we can't figure it out
light-hearted fun is exactly why i keep coming back to their channel. so much of youtube has now become clickbait or drama, it is good to have something to come back to for a stress-free and fun time.
I think when it comes down to it, and people may not like this, but Rhett and Link are VERY smart. They are business men, and treat Mythical as if it's a business. I know a lot of "UA-camrs" try to do the same, but R&L have mastered it. They started a whole company revolving around their image and personalities and they're doing a great job of it because they're very business savvy and I believe they always have been. Besides other things like consistency, giving the viewers what they want, and just their overall personalities. These guys know how to run a company and do a very good job of it in my opinion. By the way, Rhett and Link are probably my favorite people on this platform (:
I agree with this statement too. They're not afraid to try new things, they listen when their audience doesn't like something and adjust accordingly or over time, and they are overall very good at adapting and being flexible while balancing the sincerity of their show and humor.
Side note, I also honestly think their merch has some of the most unique designs on the platform. Sure, it's got their logo and brand, but the variety in quirky styles and retro flair is seriously charming.
... actually, I think the business savvy is one of the things they're letting other people handle.
@@zvxcvxcz Who? They're the CEOs. It's more than possible to be operate a business and have a personality as well.
Why would people "not like" that Rhett and Link are "VERY smart"? That seems like a baffling thing to say.
Sameeee
Big fan of the classic UA-camrs for many reasons, but not least of which is that genuine love for what they do. People like R&L were doing it for the love of it long before it paid the bills.
Amen!! That's when you know they deserve all the success they have received because they did it for the love of what they do and not just to get paid
I don’t miss a episode of Rhett and Link. I watch because I am a 42 yr old immature woman who act’s like a 12 year old boy ... I love them 😍
Same 😊
Glad I'm not the only one!
Me too!
We're a club now... over 40 women that relate to tween-ish boy goofiness 😊
Yes, over 40 and never miss an epi!!
The fact that this isn't on the trending page is sad!!!
This is what makes me still love UA-cam. A documentary like this takes so much effort and we are watching it for free. So much value, so much life-changing information.
Just mentioned i would pay for this. Super inspiring
I was NOT expecting to feel so much while watching this. 😭
Ikr😭😭
Amen!
Right?? I definitely started tearing up during the tour part where they were still meeting with fans late into the night.
i’m crying and the video just started lol. these guys mean so much to me.
“They’re setting out to build the next Disney” got me. It’s crazy how you never realize their impact until you really sit and think about it. And they seem like genuinely good people. Wow.
I think one of the reasons they have been so successful is because they don't stop. They are 2 of the most creative people I've ever seen. They inspire creativity, if you look at the mythical beasts, it's a testament to them and what they inspire. They listen to their community. It's truly mythical
Honestly they thrive off the chaotic schedule they have. They’ve mentioned in past videos despite being more wealthy now and stuff at the time i remember they mentioned that they hadn’t even gone on a cruise or extended holiday away with their families.
...on top of that, they managed their creativity process.
Rhett and Link are truly the perfect model for what a UA-cam channel should be
Well a perfect model, not the perfect model. I wouldn't want every channel to be like theirs, but channels that want to be like theirs should model after it yeah
It is the type of content that gave me hope that would disrupt mainstream media. However, content like pranks and vlogs took over
@@sauldc1829 don't forget about podcasts. They're extremely mainstream and often are pretty similar to things like gmm
@@JonahNelson7 true! What I mean was to disrupt traditional media(aka the networks)
They are just so wholesome and naturally funny. They feel like friends even when they are producing content that millions of people are watching, it feels intimate like they're your best friends. Even when a video doesn't specifically resonate with me, I'm inclined to watch it because their personalities are so interesting. This was a great look into how their creative experience has exploded and it was so cool to get a glimpse behind the scenes at the "machine."
Also: With so much of YT being concerned about drama and tea spills, imagine building such a wholesome machine and having it be SO successful! I don't need more drama than what I have in my every day life, and it's so nice that the people involved with Rhett and Link's media enterprise are just genuine and caring people making great content whenever they can.
You mean aside from the whole thinking shooting sea turtles is funny thing? They do a lot that I wouldn't call "wholesome."
Of course they don't actually think think shooting sea turtles is funny. I think that joke lands for them only because they have out so much other content that this is clearly tapping into the absurd. The concept of the action is disgusting and horrifying, it is the juxtaposition of it with Rhett and Link's characters that allows it to be interpreted as funny.
@@zvxcvxcz Alright sea turtle crusader. I guess I missed that video. You're right, that content IS gross and miscalculated for their channel. I said they were wholesome, though, not gods. They do also make mistakes. Sheesh.
16:35
Link talks about wanting to do a variety of things along with GMM, while attempting to stay true to the Rhett and Link and the formation of bleak creek, another web series like buddy system (ronstadt) channel here. love this video, Jack has made a fantastic documentary here cuz he’s just as big of a fan as us.
My husband and I have watched GMM every night for 7 years. It’s a daily routine 🤷🏻♀️
Sameeee!
Good mythical morning!!(3am right now)
Wow, this was so good and so well done. I agree 100%. GMM has become such a light to my world and such a happy place for me. I know I can click on any episode and laugh and forget the world for 12-15 minutes
When I was watching the fans, I was tearing up. As a long time fan who lives in a different country, meeting them would be such a dream! Great video👏🏼👏🏼
As an old school youtuber who hates the Hollywood system I was always upset and baffled on why they would leave youtube for TV. I was so happy to see them return to UA-cam and do better than ever. Thanks for the reminder Jack, They kept taking swings.
This content is so - consistently - high quality that I turned on notifications. Insane material sourcing and editing.
What a great video. Here I am, a 38 y/o women with 2 kids in college and a husband who follows only financial, politics, classical arts, etc, and I felt so emotional watching this video. I have been following their content for over 10 years now and I love it so much. They are entertaining, real, conscious, caring, and creative. I’m glad they are doing as good as they do and I hope to continue to see them grow. Can’t wait for whatever comes next for them and their company =)
I’d like to see one of these on Hank & John.
AGREE!
Although that might have to be a whole series.
That would be awesome!
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omg plz!
Yes
They’re so successful but remained so relatable
This video was so well done- as a mythical beast for over 7 years this is such a perfect and incredible way of showing how they gained success. Thank you :))
Couple of talented men who were bold enough to take chances and push forward. Many people try and fail because they are afraid to just take that chance. But I am glad these dads continued to fight for their dreams! And remain humble and willing to give back.
Been watching them since Chia Lincoln. It's been an amazing ride.
This vid is more than plain informative.. it is a documentary on modern creative management. Thanks!
Yup, shared it with quite a few of my friend and family who are entrepreneurs. It has great lessons across the board.
Something I notice about the gmm community is we have all been here for YEARS. I started watching gmm when I was around 8 which was 8 years ago. The kids watching the show are usually the kids of someone who has been watching the show for years as well. We have all just always stuck with them, even if we take a break from the show for months we ALWAYS come back, or at least I do. A kid could enjoy the content since it's kid friendly and an adult can enjoy the adult jokes on the show. It's content you can always enjoy no matter the time or the place.
You all recognizing a long-term UA-cam channel... while being the creators of Pomplamoose is amazing! Cool to see this collab
I usually don’t watch long videos like this but I love Rhett and link so much 😭 I loved each second of this
Your creativity never ceases to amaze me Jack!
Wait until he watches your videos Bernardo
I've been watching GMM daily for about 7-8 yrs, I started watching because Rhett's sense of humor really reminded me of my dad who passed away when I was 15. I suppose at this point they've become a familiar comfort.
I teared up immediately when they all say Stevie
The fact that this is free on UA-cam... We are blessed! Thank you! 💖
This really gave me a new appreciation for Rhett & Link and Mythical as a whole. I've been watching GMM and GMMore for like 6 years and have been a fan the whole time for their upbeat and goofy attitudes, but this really made me appreciate them so much more and realize just how much they and their shows mean to me. It sounds like such a silly thing, but it really is a part of my daily routine. Granted I usually watch the day's videos before going to bed, so it's more Good Mythical Evening, for me!
Another key to UA-cam success is consistency at least for now and not giving up even if it takes thousands of videos to make that one trending video! Enjoying making content enough not to quit making it!
Hmm, I wonder if there is some selection bias there. If there is consistent content and you get one hit, then there is a whole library of similar content for people to click through. But who knows how many libraries are out there that will never strike the big time because the topic doesn't have any viral appeal.
The coolest thing about them is how much they have remained such kind people, who think and feel so deeply and let it shine through in everything they do. Rhett, Link, Stevie, Jordan, Chase, Josh, Emily, all of them really seem like they never forgot that they are kind and good hearted people who want to bring a little more joy into the world. I am so fortunate to have discovered them when I embarked on my journey into practicing medicine and through times of grief, and kept watching through some of my toughest days. Knowing that little bit of joy was waiting on my phone kept me sane when I felt very much alone. I’m one of so many examples of that. And they continue to encourage people to be their mythical best, which means so much more to people than they even know. If they only knew how much they impact the misfit, the lovably awkward, the ADHD kid inside all of us, and help that spirit in each of us grow proud and strong for being a little different. They are doing EXACTLY what they are meant to do. And I am grateful.
I’m glad I found this. This is insane.
The girl that started tearing up while thanking them at around the 25 minute mark got me, these guys really have impacted so many lives. Good video!
wow haha thats actually me 🥺🥺
@@jahrethh You are precious in this video!!
I love GMM and it's so cool to see how important their resilience and adaptability is to making the show successful.
Link: I trust the team well enough that they’re not gonna sell something that’s embarrassing or dumb
Team: creates and sells naked Rhett and Link shower curtain
Haha I thought the shower curtain was hilarious, but this just struck me as funny 😂
Yeah, sometimes I think they should have a final say before sending stuff to production. I've noticed a difference in the type of stuff being put out since they "let go."
The shower curtain was my first thought too. XD
A shower curtain with their custom paint color strips would be a better option 😅
Woah, how great to see the story told like this! Congrats on conveying the magic of rhett and link in this documentary, I got the feeling that I was watching something grand in the making.
I have loved Rhett & Link and watched their operation grow for almost 10 years now. Thanks for this video, it’s been really cool to watch their success. Also I can see you went to the Indianapolis show (my hometown) I almost went to it but ended up not, and now I am SO SAD I didn’t!! My 3 UA-cam heroes were in my city at the same time wow
this editing in this is IMPECCABLE! i’m
so impressed with everyone in this video.
Part of my favorite thing about Rhett and Link is their friendship. You can just feel the love they have for each other and it makes their content even more amazing to watch because it's two best friends from North Carolina making it together and no matter how successful they get, they are still THEM. They aren't trying to be anyone but themselves. They are two regular guys who reached success together which to me is one of the most beautiful things ever. These two are true brothers from another mother! It's been so fun watching them grow into what they are today. I started watching in 2014, I don't remember which video it was but I think Rhett and Link's kids were in it.
I just noticed this vid! It's kind of surreal because I'm Mythical's Merch designer, and that segment about Link complaining about designing merch and needing someone else was filmed just a few months before I started.
The sick theme song had something to do with it. ;-)
Sick nothing. These guys are cringe as hell and are barely holding into what little fame they have left
@@davedoesthingsdreaded pretty sure Jack wrote the theme song so... I'm sorry you don't appreciate, even just that.
@@davedoesthingsdreaded no
Really?!?? That's so cool! And yes, trying to find all the cool details during the intro sequence was part of the fun@@Buster_Chestnut
I love this. I started watching Rhett and link when they did the commercials and now GMM has been a part of my day for years. They have been the only steady form on entertainment I’ve had from childhood into my 20s. I hope they continue to be into my 30s and 40s
Rhett and Link are so inspirational. I think every creative could look to them as role models for self-awareness, tenacity, originality and ethics. Great documentary! Thank you for making it.
I have been a fan of Rhett and Link since 2018. Not only they have brighten my mornings, they brought me out of my depression and a bad relationship. Plus they have inspired to me pursue my passions and new ventures like filmmaking. Words can't describe how amazing they have changed so many lives and the world of entertainment AND internetainment. Thank you for sharing this inspirational film!!! #proudtobeamythicalbeast
Sorry for being off-topic, but woah! I had no idea you still made videos! I used to watch you way back when you used to make Sims 2 vlogs with Thessaly Lerner, haha. I'm so happy to have found you again!
Stevie laughing at saying “nip” is the reason she got hired😂 she’s a Saint.
On today's GMM Stevie said
"I'm sad because I'm holding it, but can't put it in my mouth"
ME: I'M DEAD
Fun fact, Jack Conte inspired me to make my first craft video :]
that's the most fun fact I've ever heard
What was the craft that you made in the video?
This was an amazing doc about Rhett and Link. I've been fans of them for years and it was so great to see all of this behind the scenes/business info. How you showed that they are truly who they are on GMM, and just really care about what they do. Great job, I'm now subscribed
been a fan since their 3rd season. i keep watching them until this day (tho ever took a break from them during yt original series because that's just chaos), because when i was diagnosed with a breast tumor, watching their channel had been a great distraction until i was tumor free. their contents still have the same vibe as their earliest seasons, no matter the studio and the crews grow expanding. some of their old and classic segments i miss it dearly, but some things cannot be "always" here.
i cried watching this :') they're such a big inspiration for me and have made me who i am. you made this video so well, thank you
Jack - thank you. This is EXACTLY why I love Rhett and Link. I respect them so much as creators and it's clear to me these two (and their team) are doing something amazing and 'industry' changing. This was so delightful to watch and your enthusiasm was really sweet. I also find it really impressive that when you search for "scandals" involving them - there are none to be found. Other celebs and major UA-camrs usually have at least one or two stories out there that haunt them, but these two have nothing. They have both been married for 20 some years, they have kids who all seem happy and healthy and there are employees at Mythical who have been there a very long time - which tells me it's not a terrible place to work.
I honestly cannot love them any more than I do and I am grateful for this documentary and hope they are reading the comments here. Because I am not really their target demographic (in my 40s here) and I watch every day. I watch because I feel like these two could be my friends and I appreciate them for the hard work they do to make me laugh - sometimes so hard that I have coughing fits (Orbeez GMMore for anyone wanting to almost die of laughter).
Great content. Now do SimplyNailogical please and her ability to work for the Canadian government, host a podcast, have her channel and start a very amazing nail polish company. I am honestly not sure when that woman sleeps.
xo
I remember watching your music videos like 10+ years ago. Thats also when i started watching Rhett and Link. I had NO idea youre the CEO of patreon,its so cool to see you and Them turn out so successful
This is an awesome video! R&L are so loveable and I think everyone just hopes they grow and grow. I didn't know about the Smosh acquisition. So cool to see!
25:30 i almost teared up. not joking. their smiles and faces are so genuine and friendly. they are so kind and wonderful people. i wish i could just meet them. i live in the UK though.
they really are so so fantastic, they make the people they meet feel really special 🥲🥲
I was more excited about seeing the underside of their desk than I expected 😆
Man I laughed and cried while watching this video, it gave me the feels 😭❤ Great job making a video about some really amazing people 👏
They seem like some of the most personable couple of guys and that’s heart warming
i love how you can tell that his studio tour is from such a long time ago because of rhett's hair
Wow. This video was awesome. You did them justice. You made me cry, laugh, and appreciate R&L even more. Wish it would’ve been longer.
This has been my favorite video about Rhett and Link's path to where they are now that I've ever seen. Great job, man. This was an amazingly thorough and great structured video which you obviously put a lot of time into making. Thank you
I started off watching GMM every morning before school, my dad and I would both get up a little earlier so we could guarantee we'd have 10-15 minutes for breakfast and GMM. It was something we could both enjoy and easy to watch daily. Now I'm all moved out and my gf and I still watch it during breakfast before work every weekday. There's nothing like it.
Everything about this video is unbelievably inspiring! Thanks Jack!
Super fun to watch. I know all the OGs out there, including myself, learned so much that drew us closer to GMM. Great work my man!👍🏻
I approve of your comment and your profile pic. R&L and A7X
@@megshush Gates is my main inspiration when playing guitar and Brookes is one of several reasons why I want to play drums. And thank you kindly.
Hey! I was in this!!
This was super awesome to watch, I learned so much! I've only discovered R&L about six months ago, I've got a lot of catching up to do, but I watch them every night. What smart business men, I just adore them!
I'm confused why there's not more views, this was great! Thanks for the inside look at one of my favorite shows :)
I’m sure it’ll rack up more. It’s only been live a little over an hour. I loved it sm!
For real, this is amazing 👏🏽👀💯
Thank you so much for this! We also adore Rhett & Link in our house and I loved seeing the creativity and drive, documented by someone who clearly gets why they are so freaking awesome!
The amount of respect I’ve gained from ALL mythicals members/founders. My goodness
It's my favorite thing to live by being a creator. "I've failed more than you've even tried". I feel like it's something that has to be stuck inside you.
1. Jack, I've been a huge fan of the things you've made for several years. I think you're right alongside Rhett and Link in terms of being immensely talented, super personable, and able to juggle and manage so many creative projects well.
2. It's fun to see this kind of behind the scenes of Mythical studios. I've been watching them since before Good Morning Chia Lincoln days, and I think there's a part of me that still thinks of them as a two-man operation, and like a little secret of the internet. Watching them grow to become household names is still super surreal. I'm interested to see whether or not another TV show attempt is in their future (since they've made a number of well-received late night appearances & have more experience with a large production team), though I personally hope that they would instead continue to experiment and re-define what "internetainment" can be.
This was so well done. I totally agree that they are very underrated as creators and business moguls.
I can’t believe you came to the Old National Center for the Indy show! I was there, it was fantastic. Amazing documentary Jack. Such is the case with a lot of people as you said, Rhett & Link are huge inspirations for me as a comedian and filmmaker.
i just want to say that recently i've gotten tired of video essays or informational videos or things like that. they tend to drag and get boring. but this was sooo well-paced and well-edited that i was hooked the entire time. good job!
Just halfway through. Jack this should be an entire series. So inspiring. People should pay for this!
wow ... this is basically a really round up and high quality Rhett & Link documentary. loved it
Conte's voice is so calming. Like he could break the worst news to me and it would be ok.
I always knew R&L had a lot of moving parts, but I never realized JUST HOW MANY moving parts there were! HOLY COW. Thank you so much for making this video, Jack! This was an awesome deep dive into the whole Mythical universe.
Also, that guy recognizing you was super cute!
This was phenomenally well done. I've been a Beast for many years now and consider all of us a family. You really killed this!! I enjoyed it so much! I am now a new follower of yours and hope to see you and our guys create together again in the future!
Thank you for this! Honestly made me tear up. These guys are amazing and their climb is truly inspiring and admirable. Great work
love Rhett and Link! have been a hard core viewer ever since 2008! they are my highlight every week! truly two very special people and influencers in this world!
Awesome video, Dude. I'm amazed at the amount of stuff that actually goes on. I knew Rhett and Link were big now but damn 👏😮.
I just love watching your videos. They're so well put together.
This was such a beautiful exploration of R&L's story and their growth on UA-cam. Love getting to really listen to the stories we've heard small sound bites of, but don't deeply know. Storytelling and youtube culture at its finest. Thank you Jack!
Thank you for this beautiful video! I am such a proud mythical beast and supporter of all things Rhett and Link! I couldn’t agree more with where they’re gonna go! So proud of these gentleman and the whole entire team for what they give us each and every day! No other youtuber does what they do. Hands down! This was so great to watch! Thank you!!
This was SO interesting & creative. Thank you for this brilliant content! 🤌
the amount of work, time, dedication, etc, to make it will always blow me away. this is a terrific video. and im only at minute 6. just amazing.
This is incredible. Those two guys are the inspiration for so much of what I do in life, and you showcased them perfectly. Thank you for this!
Thank you so much for making this video! Hope it gets the wide-spread attention it deserves! Really well made and amazing music too! :D
Thank you! This was well done!
I've been watching Rhett & Link for so many years now and this video gave me so many feels. I love them and what they're doing so much! They give me that smile and happiness when I feel I can't. Thank you so much for making this, it really shows just how hard-working and dedicated Rhett & Link really are! :)
This video should be titled "A Mythical Documentary" because it is a documentary, I didn't expect this at all when I clicked it. Amazing video!
Thanks for making a deeper insight n analysis of these two and their craziness, they've been an inspiration for my own creative stuff since 2012 and im so envious of the fans who got to meet them
So well made!! Rhett and link have been my favs since 2008. It has been such a joy to see their success grow!
This could've been an hour and a half long, and i'll still watch every second of it.
It’s should have been longer! :)
I loved your deep dive into Elle Mills and you've done it again with this Rhett & Link video. Thank you so much for creating these. Some would say I "made it" on younow (a small live-streaming platform) but I've stopped live-streaming because of an intense medical journey. Like R&L, it feels like my show has just gotten cancelled and I'm trying to find a new path forward. I love editing and storytelling so I turned to youtube. As a small youtuber who is still trying to find my way and understand my own journey it's easy to just stop creating in fear that I'll never be as successful as I want to be. Thank you for your videos, Jack. They're so helpful in peeking behind the curtain.