Oli - you absolutely do not need to justify why you are putting adverts in the middle of your videos. Of course you need to make money during this period - you are 'working from home' like the rest of us. Of course you need to be paid! Keep going - both your videos really are brightening up my day (yours are my mid-morning work coffee break :) )
You have no need to apologise for adverts! I for one totally understand that you need to have adverts to pay your bills especially in times like this, regardless it’s only a few seconds out of the video it’s hardly anything to us but means a big amount to you! Yours and Carries videos make my day, it’s like having a chat with friends and make me laugh in a weird time in the world, I’m happy to support you both 💚
yes, people forget this is free content and they complain about anything they can. As a huge fan of some specific youtubers, if I can leave an ad playing and go to the bathroom or put the kettle on I do. I don't watch TV, we don't have cable, so to me YT is cable. I don't understand why it's so hard to just let people be. Oli doesn't hurt anyone and still people complain. Ugh.
Do not mind the adverts at all and will happily watch them if it helps support you guys even a little bit at such a tough time. Also I just want to say these videos have given me such an insight into theatre (which I have always loved) and revealed like how human actors really are, like from an outsiders perspective you all seem perfect all the time but the humanity of it makes me appreciate it so much more than I ever have xx
that is so nice. I try to leave them. I don't when it's music I don't like or when they're really long. But 3 minutes, I mean, I can go to the loo, I can put the kettle on, I mean, it's literally no effort.
You don’t need to justify your ads, Oliver. If they don’t like them, they can choose not to watch. You don’t owe us anything. Thanks for the honesty! All the best, financial hardship is not fun, and it’s certainly nothing to be ashamed about. ❤️
Honestly props to actors for working so goddamn hard and not crying on stage more! I cry at my job when I'm tired and overworked and I can just sneak into a fridge or something lmao. So much appreciation for all you do! x
As many people are still getting a % of their wage then watching a small advert really doesn't hurt so these wonderful people who give us entertainment 8 shows a week normally can get paid then there's no harm in watching. I don't think he had to justify why he was doing that x
The fact you felt the need to justify is the absolute sweetest thing! I’m actively trying to watch more adverts at the moment to support people! It’s a few seconds for me but I realise the contribution it makes! You don’t need to apologise for making a living ☺️ have a nice day x
definitely roald dahl roses, so pretty 💕 also, I treat these videos like a morning paper, I watch them whilst I have breakfast every day, and honestly if you wanna put mid rolls put in mid rolls, it’s what? one or two minutes of my day, really makes no difference to me, but a massive difference to you 🙃
That rose is so beautiful it's unbelievable :--o also, I personally don't mind the adverts because I know that's how you get paid and you deserve to get paid for your work!???
I can’t imagine anyone being so selfish as to begrudge you a tiny bit of income for all your efforts and all the wonderful entertainment you provide! I feel it is my “duty” to let the ads run instead of clicking out of them, as a thank you for all you do to entertain us for free! There is a bigger picture here... and if it no longer becomes economically feasible to produce content for UA-cam (not making ad revenue or sponsored content), then many content creators will go do things where they can actually make some money on other platforms and we’d be without a host of entertaining, informative and amazing content on UA-cam. That’s a lose/lose to me, so I’m more than happy to do my part to help out! There is never shame or need to apologize for making money for the work you do!!! You, your time, your efforts all have significant value! You are worth sooo much more than the pittance you receive from these ads! I am happy to help you out and watch even more ads, if necessary! Thank you for these fabulous and thoughtful videos throughout this entire lockdown! It is appreciated more than you could ever realize! 💗
I'm struggling financially right now so I can't donate to a lot of causes, but if I can watch a 15 sec ad to support a couple people out of work in a teeny tiny way, I'm happy to do so! Don't need apologize for doing what you need to do to get through this!!
I‘ve enjoyed these videos so much and I’m so happy to have a new one every day. If the one thing I can do is to like them and not skip the ads, then that’s what I’m going to do just to show some appreciation! Like you said, it’s free content and I can’t skip ads on TV either, so I don’t mind them here.
Literally the only issue I've ever had with ads is when there's been an ad 2secs before the end of the video, ads anywhere else is absolutely fine and I've made sure I've been sitting through them all bc I know they help
I absolutely love these chats they're SO fun and easy to watch and so so interesting, like a visual podcast! and you guys have the best stories! thank youuu :)
I’ve been watching both your videos and Carrie’s everyday in lockdown and it’s been a highlight of my day! I love hearing about theatre stories and the industry and I just wanted to say thank you for putting in the hard work making videos everyday! Adverts are not a problem at all as you deserve the money! Keep safe guys x
Thanks so much for all of the great UA-cam content!! There is no need to be concerned about ads. As an educator who is currently able to still teach and has not had to be concerned about my income all throughout these last few months I am so blessed. Everyone who is creating such positive and entertaining content deserves to be financially compensated for their work.
Please don’t feel you need to apologise for the adverts! As another freelance creative who lost my job, I’m more than happy to do what I can to support others and know every little bit helps. Your videos are helping to keep me sane and motivated, and adverts don’t detract at all :).
When i was eleven i was in my first ever show and i played the title role of oliver. It was so much fun however on the Saturday matinee during the fight scene between npah claypole and oliver my mic pack fell off and hit the back of the stage and shattered... luckily it was at the end of a scene and they tried to undress me in the wings and quickly replace the mic. They then had to redress em as i didnt have enough time and had to go back on stage with a broken mic. Had to do a whole 30 mims without a mic and sing several songs without a mic. Little eleven year old me was so panicked as it was my first ever show and i had np idea what to do. Its a moment i will ALWAYS remember!!!
I love these videos so much, particularly the ones based on theatre, they are SO helpful as I will be going to drama school in September! (I got offered a place at Liverpool Theatre School which made me so buzzing because Oli went there, doing it for the northern lads! ) thank you so much for getting us all through lockdown with these!
I'm not even bothered by the adverts, so I was surprised when you mentioned it. I'm surprised anyone complains about them! So weird. Goodness, you have to earn a living. You're such a sweet soul, Ollie, to worry about it though. Love to you both!
I 100% understand what you're talking about when you say you're acting was better when you felt vulnerable. As a part of my degree I was creating a piece, and my character has high anxiety. During this time I was struggling with my own anxiety, with the addition of being completely exhausted because I was rehearsing daily for one production, and then also working and rehearsing for another production at the same time, both which were happening on consecutive days so you can imagine the stakes were high for both, at the same time. There were some times in rehearsals I would be so exhausted and anxious, I would use it to fuel my character to push through and it was some of my best acting. Obviously not something I recommend because its so important to look after yourself and your mental health, but its definitely such an interesting aspect of performing
Please dont worry about the ads! Its great you have a way to create an income whilst you've lost your job, we all support that. These videos honestly help me so much, i always feel motivated after watching these daily videos. Thanks for taking the time to help us out x
In regards to the adverts seriously do not worry. I did groan at the ads on a video last week but wasn't even thinking of the ad revenue! Absolutely carry on. I have been intentionally seeking out ways of supporting actors at the moment whether merch, crocheted items or whatever.
I've been re-watching many of my fave youtubers videos (carrie included!) and liking the videos and (mostly) letting all the ads play through! I think that if you watch a video and don't absolutely hate it you should like the video and watch the ads because this content is free and (some) youtubers put in more effort than tv or movie actors because they are often editing themselves. Love you guys! thanks for doing what you're doing!
100% support you using as many ads as you like! Even once this is over and you’re both working in theatre again, with the time and effort you and Carrie put into vids it’s the least I can do to watch some ads as a thank you and to show my appreciation for the content!
I’ve so looked forward to yours and Carrie’s videos each day during this time and you are more than entitled to make money from your hard work. If that means more ads then no trouble here! Happy for that to happen if it means you earn a living!
I had the playlist of your videos on in the background today whilst working from home and to be honest, when you mentioned the mid-roll thing it made me happier and glad that I had been watching your vids. What a great thing that we can enjoy your stuff and give you a bit of support! People need to have a bit more perspective. Thanks for helping us through quarantine times and thanks for talking openly on these topics x
Your content is well worth the ads! I live alone and during lockdown you two have felt like a consistent bit of company, you can’t put a price on that! You deserve to be able to pay your bills (at the very least!) considering what you’re providing for other people. Thanks for doing what you’re doing 😊
Olly’s High Fidelity story reminds me of my a level dance. My bf had dumped me three days earlier and in my rehearsal I just hadn’t eaten properly and was basically hypoglycaemic. My solo was an angry frustrated character. And Id like to think I banged it out based on how I felt!
Oli, thank you for opening up about the need for more ads on your videos to make ends meet. I've taken it to heart. I won't skip the ads on videos anymore unless it's one that's offensive to me in some way. I hope you and your loved ones are all ok at the end of this crisis. ✌❤
Honestly these videos help me panic a little less about making mistakes on stage, like, everyone makes mistakes!! Sometimes things just go wrong. But it doesn't mean you're not good. It just means we needed a laugh today lol.
Oli, even without this all happening keep the ads on! You need to be able to support yourself and the 20 seconds it takes for an advert to play I don’t even think about it! x
I’m not usually one to comment on UA-cam but I’ve watched every single one of your videos throughout this time and absolutely loved it (admittedly I sometimes talk back to you both and I’m not sure what that says about my mental state right now) BUT - my point is, I couldn’t care less about the adverts, it’s so nice to watch you being normal and having a conversation each morning and evening so I just wanted to thank you for that and tell you that it’s okay. I’m glad we can help in a very small way by watching them. Sending love to you both x
I make a point now given the times we are in to deal with the adverts I am lucky that I work in an industry that has continued during these times and I have honestly loved your videos yours and carries during this difficult time they have been brilliant and if it meant I was helping you bringing in the money while you waited to get back to they job that you do I’ll do it thank you again for the all the content big love to you both all the best xxx
Just seen Carrie’s story of her singing ‘home’ from Beetlejuice and saying she wants to play Barbara! You guys should totally do a cover of ‘Barbara 2.0’, it would sound amazing!!
Don't need to apologise. I turned off adblock on your vids, so you get the AdSense benefits. We are all doing what we can while out of work, if we can help you in a small way then I'm happy to. I've thoroughly enjoyed you and Carries videos during Lockdown. I look forward to them everyday. Thank you for doing them and thank you for helping me to keep going xx
the mid rolls annoyed me initially but the more you've explained, i'm now completely fine with them! money is a HUGE issue for so many people right now so you have EVERY right to add them in !!!
I really don't mind the ads. Everybody does them and especially during these times I think it's totally understandable. You're providing free entertainment so good for you for at least getting some ad money.
I have to be honest I hate adverts anyway, always fast forwarding them on TV, but I watch every since one of yours and Carrie's adverts as I totally understand this is the only income u guys have right now.I love your videos so to watch a few adverts as well really is the least we can do to support u both. xxx
Can I make a suggestion? I realise most young viewers will know this but for the sake of us ‘oldies’ (I’m 51) it may be an idea to mention it’s better, for you, if we *don’t* hit skip at the ads. I didn’t know that ‘til it was mentioned by someone else. I now, happily, let the ads play (with the volume down) knowing it’s helping a little. You’ve no need to justify yourself or be embarrassed. Carrie and you are providing: insight, education, amusement and, a very much needed, distraction from the news. Take care, be safe and stay well, both of you.
I feel really grateful after watching this because my mother works in nhs and my dad is a self employed builder and even though he wasn’t allowed to work at some. Places we still have a house over our head and food on the table which some people might not have I hope Oli is still trying to stay positive in hard times
I love yours and carries videos enough to sit through a couple of seconds of adverts people need to stop moaning :) like Carrie and a lot of other comments have said it's a free content platform and way of keeping us all sane at times like this. Keep on doing you 👍
OMG!! I also had a similar Hairspray story! I played Link a few years ago and also took my head mic off for the quick change but accidentally "broke it" while changing, the mic had detached from the "head part" and I ran up to the back of the theatre for the dramatic entrance with Tracy so i just put it on the ground and run on stage to do the finale without a mic, thankfully I didn't legit break the mic and it was fixable but twas a stressful scene😂
I agree with Carrie’s point that UA-cam is free content, it’s not like we have to pay for these adverts! They don’t bother me so don’t worry about it :)
Since you mentioned ads in a previous video I've gotten a lot better at tolerating them and not clicking Skip, not just with your videos but other people too. I've realised that they're actually not as annoying as I always made them out to be.
I appreciate all the effort and work that goes in to making these videos. I don’t mind watching adverts if it helps you, especially given the content is free.
Ahh, now this brings up an (I think) interesting question: When someone either has a weak vocal point, like Link's high falsetto bit you referred to Ollie , or indeed an actor just goes off on a particular riff and starts to make a *change* to the music or script as a show goes on, have you ever encountered MDs or Directors having to give disciplinary action / a telling off? I’m a singer and have MD’d some amateur shows and have seen a fair bit, but it’d be interesting to see the professional POV. Obvs when someone’s ill, they’re ill, and so it’d be really harsh to then, I get that! (Btw THANK YOU for my birthday message, Carrie!) Xxx
NO ONE BLAMES YOU FOR THE ADS. AT LEAST YOU GUYS MAKE PROPER, QUALITY CONTENT AND DESERVE THE MONEY Edit (Ollie, please can we get a cover of Rum Tum Tugger please???????? I couldn't see Cats but I wanna see your version. Maybe with Carrie doing the backing?)
Your videos have been a bright spot during all this craziness. You are working hard and doing something positive with your time and helping others through! You deserve to be paid, much more than you are likely making but seriously, I couldn't care less about some commercials. Thanks for making content that is enjoyable and comforting!
Don‘t apologize for ads, I would watch an ad every 30 seconds if it means it would help you out in these difficult times! I don‘t mind them at all as I know that they help you
Absolutely happy to have more adverts in order to support you! I usually skip them when I can but would you get more money if I watched them through? I'm happy to leave them rolling if it would help
It was obvious to me why you had started putting midrols in, I assume most people would have realised. Stick as many in as you like, chicken. I'll watch everything twice 😂. Hope you continue to make a videos every now and again after lock down though, I've enjoyed these so much.
Irony that as you said by the youtube gods an advert will appear and it did! Yep it’s annoying all adverts are but you can skip them, and it’s just life. I’m enjoying your content, and I think it’s good that you are able to make a modest income from something outside of your main job which is effected so badly right now.
I don’t mind the adverts at all. I totally can’t blame you for wanting to earn money in these times. Anyone else would do the same. You definitely do not need to apologise!!
I had no idea the ads paid you guys and not youtube before you mentioned it in an earlier video. Its not at all frustrating knowing its paying you! I have lost my job in this pandemic so know every little bit counts!
Oli - you absolutely do not need to justify why you are putting adverts in the middle of your videos. Of course you need to make money during this period - you are 'working from home' like the rest of us. Of course you need to be paid! Keep going - both your videos really are brightening up my day (yours are my mid-morning work coffee break :) )
@Cooper Crosby Ew.
i don’t mind adverts at all!! it’s also a free way for me to support you if i can’t buy ur books or tickets or other things!!
Completely agree!!
You have no need to apologise for adverts! I for one totally understand that you need to have adverts to pay your bills especially in times like this, regardless it’s only a few seconds out of the video it’s hardly anything to us but means a big amount to you! Yours and Carries videos make my day, it’s like having a chat with friends and make me laugh in a weird time in the world, I’m happy to support you both 💚
100% happy to sit through some adverts! :)
I don’t care about the adverts and if it gives you money then I will watch the adverts
People need to grow up! It’s not hard to press skip after 3 seconds just so someone can earn money like come on people!
Ok rant over 🤣
I completely agree! Well said.
Totally agree!
yes, people forget this is free content and they complain about anything they can.
As a huge fan of some specific youtubers, if I can leave an ad playing and go to the bathroom or put the kettle on I do. I don't watch TV, we don't have cable, so to me YT is cable. I don't understand why it's so hard to just let people be. Oli doesn't hurt anyone and still people complain. Ugh.
Do not mind the adverts at all and will happily watch them if it helps support you guys even a little bit at such a tough time. Also I just want to say these videos have given me such an insight into theatre (which I have always loved) and revealed like how human actors really are, like from an outsiders perspective you all seem perfect all the time but the humanity of it makes me appreciate it so much more than I ever have xx
I've got into the habit of watching full adverts on all videos at the moment because I have time and I know everyone is struggling in different ways!
that is so nice. I try to leave them. I don't when it's music I don't like or when they're really long. But 3 minutes, I mean, I can go to the loo, I can put the kettle on, I mean, it's literally no effort.
They are roald dahl ones, I believe!
They’re definitely Roald Dahl
I totally agree with you. Performers need to go what they need to do to get by.
Yes to normalising talking about money, finances and earning!! Love love this content. Keep pushing all the midrolls oliver!
You don’t need to justify your ads, Oliver. If they don’t like them, they can choose not to watch. You don’t owe us anything. Thanks for the honesty! All the best, financial hardship is not fun, and it’s certainly nothing to be ashamed about. ❤️
Honestly props to actors for working so goddamn hard and not crying on stage more! I cry at my job when I'm tired and overworked and I can just sneak into a fridge or something lmao. So much appreciation for all you do! x
Good morning! ❤️ Hope you have a lovely day!
As many people are still getting a % of their wage then watching a small advert really doesn't hurt so these wonderful people who give us entertainment 8 shows a week normally can get paid then there's no harm in watching. I don't think he had to justify why he was doing that x
The fact you felt the need to justify is the absolute sweetest thing! I’m actively trying to watch more adverts at the moment to support people! It’s a few seconds for me but I realise the contribution it makes! You don’t need to apologise for making a living ☺️ have a nice day x
definitely roald dahl roses, so pretty 💕 also, I treat these videos like a morning paper, I watch them whilst I have breakfast every day, and honestly if you wanna put mid rolls put in mid rolls, it’s what? one or two minutes of my day, really makes no difference to me, but a massive difference to you 🙃
That rose is so beautiful it's unbelievable :--o also, I personally don't mind the adverts because I know that's how you get paid and you deserve to get paid for your work!???
I can’t imagine anyone being so selfish as to begrudge you a tiny bit of income for all your efforts and all the wonderful entertainment you provide! I feel it is my “duty” to let the ads run instead of clicking out of them, as a thank you for all you do to entertain us for free! There is a bigger picture here... and if it no longer becomes economically feasible to produce content for UA-cam (not making ad revenue or sponsored content), then many content creators will go do things where they can actually make some money on other platforms and we’d be without a host of entertaining, informative and amazing content on UA-cam. That’s a lose/lose to me, so I’m more than happy to do my part to help out! There is never shame or need to apologize for making money for the work you do!!! You, your time, your efforts all have significant value! You are worth sooo much more than the pittance you receive from these ads! I am happy to help you out and watch even more ads, if necessary! Thank you for these fabulous and thoughtful videos throughout this entire lockdown! It is appreciated more than you could ever realize! 💗
I'm struggling financially right now so I can't donate to a lot of causes, but if I can watch a 15 sec ad to support a couple people out of work in a teeny tiny way, I'm happy to do so! Don't need apologize for doing what you need to do to get through this!!
I‘ve enjoyed these videos so much and I’m so happy to have a new one every day. If the one thing I can do is to like them and not skip the ads, then that’s what I’m going to do just to show some appreciation! Like you said, it’s free content and I can’t skip ads on TV either, so I don’t mind them here.
Literally the only issue I've ever had with ads is when there's been an ad 2secs before the end of the video, ads anywhere else is absolutely fine and I've made sure I've been sitting through them all bc I know they help
Adverts aren't an issue, it's nice to know we can support you through this time ☺️☺️
I absolutely love these chats they're SO fun and easy to watch and so so interesting, like a visual podcast! and you guys have the best stories! thank youuu :)
I’ve been watching both your videos and Carrie’s everyday in lockdown and it’s been a highlight of my day! I love hearing about theatre stories and the industry and I just wanted to say thank you for putting in the hard work making videos everyday! Adverts are not a problem at all as you deserve the money! Keep safe guys x
Thanks so much for all of the great UA-cam content!! There is no need to be concerned about ads. As an educator who is currently able to still teach and has not had to be concerned about my income all throughout these last few months I am so blessed. Everyone who is creating such positive and entertaining content deserves to be financially compensated for their work.
Please don’t feel you need to apologise for the adverts! As another freelance creative who lost my job, I’m more than happy to do what I can to support others and know every little bit helps. Your videos are helping to keep me sane and motivated, and adverts don’t detract at all :).
When i was eleven i was in my first ever show and i played the title role of oliver. It was so much fun however on the Saturday matinee during the fight scene between npah claypole and oliver my mic pack fell off and hit the back of the stage and shattered... luckily it was at the end of a scene and they tried to undress me in the wings and quickly replace the mic. They then had to redress em as i didnt have enough time and had to go back on stage with a broken mic. Had to do a whole 30 mims without a mic and sing several songs without a mic. Little eleven year old me was so panicked as it was my first ever show and i had np idea what to do. Its a moment i will ALWAYS remember!!!
I love these videos so much, particularly the ones based on theatre, they are SO helpful as I will be going to drama school in September! (I got offered a place at Liverpool Theatre School which made me so buzzing because Oli went there, doing it for the northern lads! ) thank you so much for getting us all through lockdown with these!
I'm not even bothered by the adverts, so I was surprised when you mentioned it. I'm surprised anyone complains about them! So weird. Goodness, you have to earn a living. You're such a sweet soul, Ollie, to worry about it though.
Love to you both!
exactly! People just complain about everything if they can
Thought the hoodie advert was quite funny in your videos because you two have them!
I 100% understand what you're talking about when you say you're acting was better when you felt vulnerable. As a part of my degree I was creating a piece, and my character has high anxiety. During this time I was struggling with my own anxiety, with the addition of being completely exhausted because I was rehearsing daily for one production, and then also working and rehearsing for another production at the same time, both which were happening on consecutive days so you can imagine the stakes were high for both, at the same time. There were some times in rehearsals I would be so exhausted and anxious, I would use it to fuel my character to push through and it was some of my best acting. Obviously not something I recommend because its so important to look after yourself and your mental health, but its definitely such an interesting aspect of performing
Oh man... I legit thought that DON’T at the end was going to become ‘Don’t let them in, don’t let them see’ from Frozen Let it go 🙈
Please dont worry about the ads! Its great you have a way to create an income whilst you've lost your job, we all support that. These videos honestly help me so much, i always feel motivated after watching these daily videos. Thanks for taking the time to help us out x
In regards to the adverts seriously do not worry. I did groan at the ads on a video last week but wasn't even thinking of the ad revenue! Absolutely carry on. I have been intentionally seeking out ways of supporting actors at the moment whether merch, crocheted items or whatever.
Perfectly happy to watch whatever ads, do whatever you need
I've been re-watching many of my fave youtubers videos (carrie included!) and liking the videos and (mostly) letting all the ads play through! I think that if you watch a video and don't absolutely hate it you should like the video and watch the ads because this content is free and (some) youtubers put in more effort than tv or movie actors because they are often editing themselves. Love you guys! thanks for doing what you're doing!
100% support you using as many ads as you like! Even once this is over and you’re both working in theatre again, with the time and effort you and Carrie put into vids it’s the least I can do to watch some ads as a thank you and to show my appreciation for the content!
I’ve so looked forward to yours and Carrie’s videos each day during this time and you are more than entitled to make money from your hard work. If that means more ads then no trouble here! Happy for that to happen if it means you earn a living!
I completely understand about the adverts & they don’t bother me at all. Love the content it’s interesting x
I had the playlist of your videos on in the background today whilst working from home and to be honest, when you mentioned the mid-roll thing it made me happier and glad that I had been watching your vids. What a great thing that we can enjoy your stuff and give you a bit of support!
People need to have a bit more perspective. Thanks for helping us through quarantine times and thanks for talking openly on these topics x
Your content is well worth the ads! I live alone and during lockdown you two have felt like a consistent bit of company, you can’t put a price on that! You deserve to be able to pay your bills (at the very least!) considering what you’re providing for other people. Thanks for doing what you’re doing 😊
Love listening to you guys chat Xx
I totally understand the need for more ads at this time. Everyone is struggling right now and every bit helps.
Olly’s High Fidelity story reminds me of my a level dance. My bf had dumped me three days earlier and in my rehearsal I just hadn’t eaten properly and was basically hypoglycaemic. My solo was an angry frustrated character. And Id like to think I banged it out based on how I felt!
Oli, thank you for opening up about the need for more ads on your videos to make ends meet. I've taken it to heart. I won't skip the ads on videos anymore unless it's one that's offensive to me in some way. I hope you and your loved ones are all ok at the end of this crisis. ✌❤
Honestly these videos help me panic a little less about making mistakes on stage, like, everyone makes mistakes!! Sometimes things just go wrong. But it doesn't mean you're not good. It just means we needed a laugh today lol.
if oli and carrie get money from adverts IM GOING TO WATCH THEM i love you two to bits and i want you to earn the money you deserve!!
I dont mind adverts! Don't apologise!
The image of Oliver feeling so fragile breaks my heart.
Oli, even without this all happening keep the ads on! You need to be able to support yourself and the 20 seconds it takes for an advert to play I don’t even think about it! x
The adverts are literally 5 seconds of our time each time, it's not that much of a hassle and as Carrie said, it's free content!
I’m not usually one to comment on UA-cam but I’ve watched every single one of your videos throughout this time and absolutely loved it (admittedly I sometimes talk back to you both and I’m not sure what that says about my mental state right now) BUT - my point is, I couldn’t care less about the adverts, it’s so nice to watch you being normal and having a conversation each morning and evening so I just wanted to thank you for that and tell you that it’s okay. I’m glad we can help in a very small way by watching them. Sending love to you both x
Definitely a Roald Dahl rose. Take care. Cyfarchion o Gymru/Greetings from Wales 🏴🌈
and we loooovvveee these videos!!!!!!! thank you oli
I make a point now given the times we are in to deal with the adverts I am lucky that I work in an industry that has continued during these times and I have honestly loved your videos yours and carries during this difficult time they have been brilliant and if it meant I was helping you bringing in the money while you waited to get back to they job that you do I’ll do it thank you again for the all the content big love to you both all the best xxx
Just seen Carrie’s story of her singing ‘home’ from Beetlejuice and saying she wants to play Barbara! You guys should totally do a cover of ‘Barbara 2.0’, it would sound amazing!!
Please stop saying sorry!!! It’s very difficult times- do what you need to do :) Xx
Don't need to apologise. I turned off adblock on your vids, so you get the AdSense benefits. We are all doing what we can while out of
work, if we can help you in a small way then I'm happy to. I've thoroughly enjoyed you and Carries videos during Lockdown. I look forward to them everyday. Thank you for doing them and thank you for helping me to keep going xx
the mid rolls annoyed me initially but the more you've explained, i'm now completely fine with them! money is a HUGE issue for so many people right now so you have EVERY right to add them in !!!
I really don't mind the ads. Everybody does them and especially during these times I think it's totally understandable. You're providing free entertainment so good for you for at least getting some ad money.
Love these!! Especially the ones where you give us a glimpse into your world of theatre!
Totally happy to sit through a few ads if it helps. I work in box office and whatever we can do to help each other has to be done, works both ways 😊
I have to be honest I hate adverts anyway, always fast forwarding them on TV, but I watch every since one of yours and Carrie's adverts as I totally understand this is the only income u guys have right now.I love your videos so to watch a few adverts as well really is the least we can do to support u both. xxx
Can I make a suggestion? I realise most young viewers will know this but for the sake of us ‘oldies’ (I’m 51) it may be an idea to mention it’s better, for you, if we *don’t* hit skip at the ads. I didn’t know that ‘til it was mentioned by someone else. I now, happily, let the ads play (with the volume down) knowing it’s helping a little. You’ve no need to justify yourself or be embarrassed. Carrie and you are providing: insight, education, amusement and, a very much needed, distraction from the news. Take care, be safe and stay well, both of you.
I will happily watch as many adverts as you put in if it supports you because these videos make my day it’s the least I can do to say thank you x
Good morning all have a great day❤️
And you!
I feel really grateful after watching this because my mother works in nhs and my dad is a self employed builder and even though he wasn’t allowed to work at some. Places we still have a house over our head and food on the table which some people might not have I hope Oli is still trying to stay positive in hard times
I love yours and carries videos enough to sit through a couple of seconds of adverts people need to stop moaning :) like Carrie and a lot of other comments have said it's a free content platform and way of keeping us all sane at times like this. Keep on doing you 👍
OMG!! I also had a similar Hairspray story! I played Link a few years ago and also took my head mic off for the quick change but accidentally "broke it" while changing, the mic had detached from the "head part" and I ran up to the back of the theatre for the dramatic entrance with Tracy so i just put it on the ground and run on stage to do the finale without a mic, thankfully I didn't legit break the mic and it was fixable but twas a stressful scene😂
I agree with Carrie’s point that UA-cam is free content, it’s not like we have to pay for these adverts! They don’t bother me so don’t worry about it :)
I would watch more adverts for you guys!! Thanks for yer dedication every day!
Oli fair play for talking about the mid rolls 👏🏻 Keep them rolling
Thank you for reminding me to turn off adblocker for youtube actually! Need to support the content I'm watching in anyway I can
Put as many adverts in as you want!!! Your content is free and fun! I happily watch the ads :)
Pile on the adverts, Oli! Nobody minds at all!
Thank you!
Since you mentioned ads in a previous video I've gotten a lot better at tolerating them and not clicking Skip, not just with your videos but other people too. I've realised that they're actually not as annoying as I always made them out to be.
Yep definitely a Roal Dahl rose and I believe £5 from each one purchased goes to a childrens charity. They have a very sweet smell too.
I am more than happy to watch the odd ad if it means it help you
I open a different browser, play the playlist of these videos and mute the tab and just leave it running in the background all day so all adverts play
I appreciate all the effort and work that goes in to making these videos. I don’t mind watching adverts if it helps you, especially given the content is free.
i am loving these videos oli they are amazing
Watching ads for ourselves are free so we can’t really complain! I hope you guys are okay right now :)
Peaky Blinders is just - ugh, amazing!!
Loving these videos, going to miss them when lockdown is over! hardly notice the ads but well worth it for the content
Just tried to sing that Les Mis line and did exactly the same thing as you! Maybe there’s just something about that note😂
Ahh, now this brings up an (I think) interesting question: When someone either has a weak vocal point, like Link's high falsetto bit you referred to Ollie , or indeed an actor just goes off on a particular riff and starts to make a *change* to the music or script as a show goes on, have you ever encountered MDs or Directors having to give disciplinary action / a telling off? I’m a singer and have MD’d some amateur shows and have seen a fair bit, but it’d be interesting to see the professional POV. Obvs when someone’s ill, they’re ill, and so it’d be really harsh to then, I get that!
(Btw THANK YOU for my birthday message, Carrie!) Xxx
Will watch as many ads as you need to put in :) We just love your videos xoxo
NO ONE BLAMES YOU FOR THE ADS. AT LEAST YOU GUYS MAKE PROPER, QUALITY CONTENT AND DESERVE THE MONEY
Edit (Ollie, please can we get a cover of Rum Tum Tugger please???????? I couldn't see Cats but I wanna see your version. Maybe with Carrie doing the backing?)
Your videos have been a bright spot during all this craziness. You are working hard and doing something positive with your time and helping others through! You deserve to be paid, much more than you are likely making but seriously, I couldn't care less about some commercials. Thanks for making content that is enjoyable and comforting!
Don‘t apologize for ads, I would watch an ad every 30 seconds if it means it would help you out in these difficult times! I don‘t mind them at all as I know that they help you
Absolutely happy to have more adverts in order to support you! I usually skip them when I can but would you get more money if I watched them through? I'm happy to leave them rolling if it would help
It was obvious to me why you had started putting midrols in, I assume most people would have realised. Stick as many in as you like, chicken. I'll watch everything twice 😂. Hope you continue to make a videos every now and again after lock down though, I've enjoyed these so much.
Irony that as you said by the youtube gods an advert will appear and it did! Yep it’s annoying all adverts are but you can skip them, and it’s just life. I’m enjoying your content, and I think it’s good that you are able to make a modest income from something outside of your main job which is effected so badly right now.
I don’t mind the adverts at all. I totally can’t blame you for wanting to earn money in these times. Anyone else would do the same. You definitely do not need to apologise!!
Fair point well made. Of course you need money for all this work!
olli! no need to justify needing to pay your bills and have mid-rolls! If you and/or carrie had patreon accounts I would support! love you both
I wouldn’t mind if there was 5 ads isn a video, as long as you and Carrie are stable enough to pay bills/rent/whatever you need 💙💙💙
I had no idea the ads paid you guys and not youtube before you mentioned it in an earlier video. Its not at all frustrating knowing its paying you! I have lost my job in this pandemic so know every little bit counts!