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

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  • @watcher
    @watcher  Pƙed rokem +381

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

    • @kaiyote7924
      @kaiyote7924 Pƙed rokem +16

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

    • @blackscreenstories3704
      @blackscreenstories3704 Pƙed rokem +7

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

    • @roodalballysingh2721
      @roodalballysingh2721 Pƙed rokem

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

    • @leedelee3305
      @leedelee3305 Pƙed rokem

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

    • @MissySimpleM
      @MissySimpleM Pƙed rokem

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

  • @ghost_type_dan
    @ghost_type_dan Pƙed rokem +4448

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

    • @samg5601
      @samg5601 Pƙed rokem +224

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

    • @luvely1062
      @luvely1062 Pƙed rokem +178

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

    • @squidthing
      @squidthing Pƙed rokem +70

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

    • @raspymorten
      @raspymorten Pƙed rokem +129

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

    • @Taylor-tt6dd
      @Taylor-tt6dd Pƙed rokem +136

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

  • @cheese8878
    @cheese8878 Pƙed rokem +2047

    The fact watcher is three years old already is wild

    • @andy56duky
      @andy56duky Pƙed rokem +8

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

    • @matthewschumm1836
      @matthewschumm1836 Pƙed rokem +15

      the fact that covid is three years old already is wild

    • @kingludi6800
      @kingludi6800 Pƙed rokem

      Was just bout to say

    • @brynbailey7132
      @brynbailey7132 Pƙed rokem +8

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

  • @auggie532
    @auggie532 Pƙed rokem +488

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

    • @planetaryray7119
      @planetaryray7119 Pƙed rokem +28

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

    • @gr33ngirlsea
      @gr33ngirlsea Pƙed rokem +30

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

  • @lilasiansquat4526
    @lilasiansquat4526 Pƙed rokem +1274

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

    • @italiahockey
      @italiahockey Pƙed rokem +56

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

    • @seaborgium919
      @seaborgium919 Pƙed rokem +60

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

    • @italiahockey
      @italiahockey Pƙed rokem +3

      @@seaborgium919 which guest was that? Or food?

    • @ShinSeul
      @ShinSeul Pƙed rokem +12

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

    • @doublesplit234
      @doublesplit234 Pƙed rokem

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

  • @mollymc3482
    @mollymc3482 Pƙed rokem +549

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

  • @marihoodwink
    @marihoodwink Pƙed rokem +2168

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

    • @pdoyled
      @pdoyled Pƙed rokem +38

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

    • @marihoodwink
      @marihoodwink Pƙed rokem +21

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

    • @jacobdavidson2390
      @jacobdavidson2390 Pƙed rokem +3

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

    • @cemmett2008
      @cemmett2008 Pƙed rokem +9

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

    • @ewwaski
      @ewwaski Pƙed rokem +4

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

  • @coneybaloney6150
    @coneybaloney6150 Pƙed rokem +1659

    Watching Shane throw the Professor out the window killed me XD

    • @CaseyTyler357
      @CaseyTyler357 Pƙed rokem +38

      Same! XD And he looked so excited while doing it

    • @RaeCarson
      @RaeCarson Pƙed rokem +33

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

    • @ruaoneill9050
      @ruaoneill9050 Pƙed rokem +43

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

    • @ScarletImp
      @ScarletImp Pƙed rokem +17

      Professor: "50 rotten jellybeans for Shane!"

    • @macklinillustration
      @macklinillustration Pƙed rokem +19

      Him trying not to laugh & ruin the shot was golden

  • @arlenedeane8455
    @arlenedeane8455 Pƙed rokem +285

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

  • @priyanotprius3895
    @priyanotprius3895 Pƙed rokem +143

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

    • @gr33ngirlsea
      @gr33ngirlsea Pƙed rokem +8

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

  • @gothgrl978
    @gothgrl978 Pƙed rokem +513

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

    • @gr33ngirlsea
      @gr33ngirlsea Pƙed rokem +5

      He literally could not be more mid west. 😂😂

  • @isaaclopez-eb6yg
    @isaaclopez-eb6yg Pƙed rokem +767

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

    • @MissySimpleM
      @MissySimpleM Pƙed rokem +23

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

    • @gr33ngirlsea
      @gr33ngirlsea Pƙed rokem +2

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

    • @Adoniis101
      @Adoniis101 Pƙed rokem

      TV shows aren’t free unless you pirate 🙄

    • @isaaclopez-eb6yg
      @isaaclopez-eb6yg Pƙed rokem +1

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

    • @cronchcrunch
      @cronchcrunch Pƙed rokem +1

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

  • @mc3612
    @mc3612 Pƙed rokem +653

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

    • @perritochacarron7042
      @perritochacarron7042 Pƙed rokem +28

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

    • @alyssachan4330
      @alyssachan4330 Pƙed rokem +8

      Yeah I adore Ricky and was into the cocktails

    • @cemmett2008
      @cemmett2008 Pƙed rokem +8

      Agreed! Ricky was sweet and charming for sure.

  • @artheareno2051
    @artheareno2051 Pƙed rokem +274

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

    • @weakanklesfornamjoon
      @weakanklesfornamjoon Pƙed rokem +7

      💜đŸ„č💜

    • @WhiffleWaffles
      @WhiffleWaffles Pƙed rokem +22

      I wish you a happy and wonderful retirement, Arthea!

    • @gr33ngirlsea
      @gr33ngirlsea Pƙed rokem +3

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

    • @pammaggio8135
      @pammaggio8135 Pƙed rokem +1

      What an awesome post!!! And I highly doubt that, “your an old dumpy grandma”!
      “Dumpy old grandma’s” are NOT ON CZcams
. And Definitely NOT enjoying an awesome channel like this one! Enjoy your retirement
 my guess is you can still run circles around people half your age! I think it would be really cool if the boys were in a town near you and could bring you along on a ghost hunt!!! đŸ‘đŸŒđŸ‘đŸŒđŸ‘đŸŒđŸ‘đŸŒđŸ‘đŸŒđŸ‘đŸŒâ€ïžâ€ïž

  • @elizabethgonzalez414
    @elizabethgonzalez414 Pƙed rokem +420

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

    • @sarahw9385
      @sarahw9385 Pƙed rokem +1

      Yes Ioved those!

    • @andreafranco3675
      @andreafranco3675 Pƙed rokem +10

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

    • @Mrsolpjh
      @Mrsolpjh Pƙed rokem +4

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

    • @MissCupidTurtle
      @MissCupidTurtle Pƙed rokem +2

      Yes oh my god yes it's so good

    • @JosephDavies
      @JosephDavies Pƙed rokem +2

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

  • @yellowbutterfly6796
    @yellowbutterfly6796 Pƙed rokem +123

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

  • @nickiito5201
    @nickiito5201 Pƙed rokem +161

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

  • @MagmaLeaderMaxie
    @MagmaLeaderMaxie Pƙed rokem +348

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

  • @HeartsfromBadger
    @HeartsfromBadger Pƙed rokem +372

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

  • @magathachristie823
    @magathachristie823 Pƙed rokem +127

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

  • @Menagerie_OS
    @Menagerie_OS Pƙed rokem +176

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

  • @sarahvruwink3027
    @sarahvruwink3027 Pƙed rokem +121

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

  • @erinhanson3437
    @erinhanson3437 Pƙed rokem +77

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

  • @ghost_type_dan
    @ghost_type_dan Pƙed rokem +62

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

  • @womanlymonster
    @womanlymonster Pƙed rokem +128

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

  • @allisonbell6657
    @allisonbell6657 Pƙed rokem +76

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

    • @gr33ngirlsea
      @gr33ngirlsea Pƙed rokem

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

  • @Taylor-tt6dd
    @Taylor-tt6dd Pƙed rokem +479

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

    • @Taylor-tt6dd
      @Taylor-tt6dd Pƙed rokem +6

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

  • @sshepard5222
    @sshepard5222 Pƙed rokem +66

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

  • @ErrorNotFound-ex2gk
    @ErrorNotFound-ex2gk Pƙed rokem +117

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

  • @degeneratemilkhater5696
    @degeneratemilkhater5696 Pƙed rokem +34

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

  • @riverseverywhere
    @riverseverywhere Pƙed rokem +51

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

    • @gr33ngirlsea
      @gr33ngirlsea Pƙed rokem +4

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

  • @NobodyNobody310
    @NobodyNobody310 Pƙed rokem +644

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

  • @annecathrine8827
    @annecathrine8827 Pƙed rokem +37

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

  • @michaelmayhem138
    @michaelmayhem138 Pƙed rokem +343

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

    • @MFBloosh
      @MFBloosh Pƙed rokem +5

      Start from the beginning with Buzzfeed Unsolved and Buzzfeed Paranormal.

    • @michaelmayhem138
      @michaelmayhem138 Pƙed rokem +2

      @@MFBloosh I did

  • @marebear419
    @marebear419 Pƙed rokem +160

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

  • @marimbagirl1993
    @marimbagirl1993 Pƙed rokem +56

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

  • @Mooshymoosher
    @Mooshymoosher Pƙed rokem +46

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

  • @sephrajackson3381
    @sephrajackson3381 Pƙed rokem +38

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

  • @ninjaahjumma
    @ninjaahjumma Pƙed rokem +43

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

    • @Taylor-tt6dd
      @Taylor-tt6dd Pƙed rokem +4

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

    • @gr33ngirlsea
      @gr33ngirlsea Pƙed rokem +3

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

  • @airceo
    @airceo Pƙed rokem +31

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

  • @adv4287
    @adv4287 Pƙed rokem +29

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

  • @missjacquie5045
    @missjacquie5045 Pƙed rokem +153

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

  • @thomasrogers280
    @thomasrogers280 Pƙed rokem +16

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

  • @Qusai2c
    @Qusai2c Pƙed rokem +65

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

    • @kiloburner9814
      @kiloburner9814 Pƙed rokem +2

      Good luck on your exam fellow watcher watcher !!

    • @simplysandy3288
      @simplysandy3288 Pƙed rokem +3

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

  • @nxseous8376
    @nxseous8376 Pƙed rokem +34

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

  • @friendlyporkchop
    @friendlyporkchop Pƙed rokem +7

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

  • @fisto77
    @fisto77 Pƙed rokem +12

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

  • @Redkrovvy
    @Redkrovvy Pƙed rokem +79

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

  • @brenna_boop6341
    @brenna_boop6341 Pƙed rokem +41

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

  • @AlastorCrow666
    @AlastorCrow666 Pƙed rokem +22

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

  • @CantStayAway
    @CantStayAway Pƙed rokem +2

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

  • @snakecharmer9072
    @snakecharmer9072 Pƙed rokem +19

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

  • @Ummulata
    @Ummulata Pƙed rokem +41

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

    • @gr33ngirlsea
      @gr33ngirlsea Pƙed rokem

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

  • @SelinaIsMyName87
    @SelinaIsMyName87 Pƙed rokem +9

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

  • @ghost_type_dan
    @ghost_type_dan Pƙed rokem +19

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

  • @spookyprincess2097
    @spookyprincess2097 Pƙed rokem +22

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

  • @clairvaux8459
    @clairvaux8459 Pƙed rokem +3

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

  • @kennyfool8078
    @kennyfool8078 Pƙed rokem +22

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

  • @amomentofclarity3524
    @amomentofclarity3524 Pƙed rokem +123

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

  • @Seasonal_Soundscapes
    @Seasonal_Soundscapes Pƙed rokem +15

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

  • @kellyflanagan4673
    @kellyflanagan4673 Pƙed rokem +21

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

    • @LivingMyLife22
      @LivingMyLife22 Pƙed rokem +1

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

  • @arabicabean3350
    @arabicabean3350 Pƙed rokem +29

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

  • @mummifiedgoose15
    @mummifiedgoose15 Pƙed rokem +9

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

  • @penguinabroad
    @penguinabroad Pƙed rokem +28

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

  • @NettaTessa
    @NettaTessa Pƙed rokem +17

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

  • @crystalkyoshi4662
    @crystalkyoshi4662 Pƙed rokem +56

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

  • @amandamarie1042
    @amandamarie1042 Pƙed rokem +16

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

  • @wilberbeast
    @wilberbeast Pƙed rokem +6

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

  • @aurifulgore
    @aurifulgore Pƙed rokem +3

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

    • @gr33ngirlsea
      @gr33ngirlsea Pƙed rokem +1

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

  • @poetnamedrobert
    @poetnamedrobert Pƙed rokem +7

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

  • @cemmett2008
    @cemmett2008 Pƙed rokem +2

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

  • @fauziahnurizzati2424
    @fauziahnurizzati2424 Pƙed rokem +4

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

  • @cbelyse
    @cbelyse Pƙed rokem +7

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

    • @gr33ngirlsea
      @gr33ngirlsea Pƙed rokem +1

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

  • @alexnelson9830
    @alexnelson9830 Pƙed rokem +8

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

  • @mintyfresh2357
    @mintyfresh2357 Pƙed rokem +3

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

  • @CrymsonNite
    @CrymsonNite Pƙed rokem +70

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

  • @kellyg6206
    @kellyg6206 Pƙed rokem +82

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

  • @Jay-fj2lh
    @Jay-fj2lh Pƙed rokem +49

    What a great video! So insightful- didn't expect the channel not to be profitable; that is wild! I have loved just about every video ya'll have posted. Great content, wonderful opportunities to learn, and so many moments that were hilarious, heartwarming, and fascinating. I can't wait to see what comes next.

  • @bagels2018
    @bagels2018 Pƙed rokem +10

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

  • @watcherofthelastlight2035
    @watcherofthelastlight2035 Pƙed rokem +2

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

  • @juliamoraes2157
    @juliamoraes2157 Pƙed rokem +2

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

  • @galexsea
    @galexsea Pƙed rokem +44

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

    • @galexsea
      @galexsea Pƙed rokem +4

      watcher really is a tried and tested headache cure

  • @amandamartini-hughes2117
    @amandamartini-hughes2117 Pƙed rokem +2

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

  • @lehigh_valley_photographer
    @lehigh_valley_photographer Pƙed rokem +2

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

  • @hecknfrick4236
    @hecknfrick4236 Pƙed rokem +16

    Gosh I love Pretty Historic. I love a bunch of their different shows, even though I don't love all of them. I'm glad you guys made this company, I hope you keep going and making great things

    • @gr33ngirlsea
      @gr33ngirlsea Pƙed rokem

      It's such a good concept! I'd love if they brought in some history academics next season, because I'm POSITIVE there's some people at universities who are just as passionate about historic beauty trends.

  • @deadmans_corpse
    @deadmans_corpse Pƙed rokem +62

    these will forever make me cry, I love you guys so much !!

  • @jams_at_vans
    @jams_at_vans Pƙed rokem +21

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

  • @Janawrites
    @Janawrites Pƙed rokem +5

    I subscribed to Watcher because I believed in those three guys. I'm going to continue to follow and watch their amazing content because they have gone above and beyond my expectations. Congrats on three years! I'm looking forward to many more.

  • @yanniesays
    @yanniesays Pƙed rokem +5

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

  • @oliviahill7749
    @oliviahill7749 Pƙed rokem +16

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

  • @mytummyhurt
    @mytummyhurt Pƙed rokem +2

    watcher is sooooo good and im so glad everyone in the company feels that way and appreciates the expansive meaning of success, which is beyond numbers and more about the people and the satisfaction you get with working creatively.

  • @lauren93495
    @lauren93495 Pƙed rokem +3

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

  • @zenm166
    @zenm166 Pƙed rokem +4

    God i love this channel so much, the passion and care of everyone at watcher can really be felt in all the content produced, and every person on the team seems so nice and creative and kind. Even just as a subscriber it feels like being part of a family and i love it so much!

  • @cherylbell327
    @cherylbell327 Pƙed rokem +7

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

  • @Shiki3198
    @Shiki3198 Pƙed rokem +1

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

    • @adrianaheiler9794
      @adrianaheiler9794 Pƙed rokem

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

  • @FortuitousOwl
    @FortuitousOwl Pƙed rokem +2

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

  • @gandalfthegrey4694
    @gandalfthegrey4694 Pƙed rokem +3

    I stumbled onto Watcher maybe 2 months ago, and I've already binged ALL of Too Many Spirits, Are You Scared, Ghost Files and Puppet History and I'm a huge fan of all of them. You guys are doing a great job and I can't wait to see more of what you do!

  • @stilesfoster2058
    @stilesfoster2058 Pƙed rokem +5

    So happy for y'all. It's been a privilege to watch Watcher grow over these last three years, and I'm excited to see what is to come for you.

  • @OvisArcana
    @OvisArcana Pƙed rokem +1

    it's been so cool seeing watcher go from this small, new thing to making bigger and better projects. i've been here since the start and i plan to stick around for however long it lasts, which i hope is a while yet
    more than anything tho i'm grateful for watcher for giving me something to connect with my sister over again. we get along great, but are such different people it's a struggle to find stuff we both like and connect to. i got her into unsolved a while back, and when watcher started i immediately recommended her the new shows. put on too many spirits, or are you scared, or ghost files, or especially puppet history, and both of us rush in to watch and joke around and enjoy ourselves. that means more to me than anything, and i am so incredibly thankful for that
    i'm super jealous that she got a professor plush and i didn't though. i will obtain the little guy if it's the last thing i do, even if i have to create him myself, bet on it

  • @emeryd.2570
    @emeryd.2570 Pƙed rokem +2

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