Linus Tech Tips Tour | New Workshop & Industry Discussion
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- We toured the Linus Tech Tips offices in Surrey, Canada, showing the brand new workshop at Linus Media Group and talking about the old kitchen, ad formats, and more.
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This office tour walks through the new LTT workshop, the sets, and the writing and sales offices of LMG. While wandering the studio, we also talk about ad sales, Floatplane, and CZcams with Linus Sebastian, CEO of Linus Media Group.
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We showed inside of factories, now it's time to show inside of CZcamsrs -- that came out wrong. Inside of CZcamsr offices!
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Really interesting interview
I thought his full name was Linus TechTips
" IT IS REAL!" too funny!
I feel like you need to uncomplicated your video production. whatever that mech contraption your videographer had looked expensive and the footage was shaky and generally kinda crappy looking. You'd be about 100x better off with a a7iii and a solid gimbal.
"Inside of CZcamsrs" ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)
It's interesting the contrast between Steve and others who visited the space. Mainly the relationship with Linus being so casual, but also the apparent attention to the detail and the whole "talking the same language" vibe I'm getting. Oh and the lack of music and aggressive editing makes it flow differently.
I dunno. I love the vibe of this tour.
I loved it too. I think it flowed really well and just felt frank and so informational. I never realized how much work and "legit" they really were.
You are spot on, completely agree and it's a really natural video (rare these days!).
True, Steve actually asks such smart questions. When I am, what is in there? He just goes and ask this question 5 minutes later.
very true. I love this video
Steve asks questions like one company president would ask another - we are just witnesses. I love that
You can like both GN and LTT content at the same time, it's actually okay.
Wait, thats illegal.
nem tudom How?
I was referencing a meme. Just type it into google and you'll see what i mean.
@@nemtudom5074 lol Dana white
Whats dana white got to do with this...?
Linus has setup a genuine professional company that makes CZcams video's. If that isn't awesome, I don't know what is.
And that's not easy. Linus must have some serious business skills. There are plenty of people that have a masters in business that wouldn't be able to pull the same off, or even come close.
@@MikeMartin-ot9ic That's because degree's dont teach capability, they only teach technicality.
And he did it honestly and without the bullshit drama you find in the "CZcams Community."
Idk... 4:49 It appears Linus is trying to poison all his employees.
Father-Son Kamehameha is awesome!
I find it funny how CZcams recommended this video to me. The algorithm doesn't know how to "read the room", I guess. lmao.
I've watched quite a few linus media group office tours, this is by far the best and most comprehensive yet. Great job Steve and gamers nexus team.
I can't wait until they review the mosfets and power delivery of this place
Add the tour for Sara Dietchy and you’ve got a mostly comprehensive tour of the entire office space
It was very enjoyable. The light-hearted interaction between them is what made it worth watching. Two genuinely awesome guys. Hope to be able to see you all in person at some point at LTT Expo.
I think they have been the only other videos I have watched that are not from my sub feed.
Did you expect anything less? Honestly the other channels can't match the quality that Steve and GN put out.
Love it when you two guys are together in one video
Read that again but without context.
Another Steve's bromance fanfiction to write.
They have a cool friendship
Remove *YOU* from that sentence.
13:40 Aw I miss Max, she was a really funny member of LMG.
hey whos that girl playing on the switch in the background?
Mirko Z Weirdo
*Precariously balanced test rig starts falling on floor and undoubtedly breaks while Max run towards it helplessly*
large RIP
dropping things in this company is reserved for linus exclusively...
Defining the difference between the 'showcase' and 'review', was a very unexpected but very interesting part Linus told about.
Not just showing a new building, but also talking about things that really matter, I like that.
Yep, i was like, showcase? Review? Dennis still works there? Waaat. Jk.
@Galaxy TS2 he outsourced?
@Galaxy TS2 what, i dont have Dennis "Part". Ew lol, btw what u mean he never really work there?
@Galaxy TS2 oh, ok, my bad, duuh.. so.... Denis do work there? Orrr??🤔
Most people don't get the difference. Instead of showcase he should say "paid shilling".
Linus' business or businesses are really successful but I think what I respect about him most is that he reinvests all the money made. Be it something like this in the form of buying space so their production workflow is easier, or human costs like on their live show he said has all of his staff in a position where they all own their houses. My point being his businesses make money but he doesn't horde it. It's reinvested into the businesses or the people that power them. I have a ton of respect for that. This was so interesting! :)
Makes it seem like the guys in big business who make billions upon billions without end, that stay behind locked doors aren't even human. Or at least don't have a fucking soul.
@@joelmorningstar3645 And fire thousands of people if they didn't make as much profit as they thought they would, even if that profit was still in the billions (Activision and EA recently doing this).
That's one of the things i love about LTT, Linus talked great pride that the jobs he provides with his business is providing for his staff. You rarely see that in big business honestly
He really values his people because they are a part of the LTT family. And you take care of your family.
Agreed. The world needs more of that. There's enough billionaires taking 95+ percent of the profits for themselfs year after year after year. Take a few percent and give back to the people making it possible and a huge chunk into reinvesting and expanding, then a chunk for safety (so people can keep their jobs for a solid amount of time if the business isn't making profits) etc. After a few years of success, you're very entitled to harvest the benefits for yourself as an owner and/or investor to a larger degree, provided the business still stays profitable and the workers get a reasonable share of the profits (we're talking percentages without decimals ofcourse). I, and society in general, dislike people who just wants to grab as much money as possible doing whatever gives the most profit and then leave it behind once they've reached their income goal, without any pride in what they've created.
The camaraderie between you guys is astonishing!
Hey, look, i was acknowledged!
I know. I was an outsider like a lot of other people. Even more so than other people, since im not just odd, or weird, but i think much differently than normal people. My strain of thought, my logic is wildly different than an average person's. I know how it feels.
But that is the thing, some people would just lump them in one group but there is a ven diagram of others that are doing there own styles.
@@nemtudom5074 r/iamverysmart
You should contribute your own meme.
I dont get what you mean, is that an insult, or....?
I love the obvious difference in direction of the videos, you know? Where LTT does a lot of dynamic cuts, things happening on the screen, and general high-energy engagement with tons of condensed info juggled around - GN takes the languid, "let's take our time here and figure this out" sort of approach with stable shots, taking the time to explain, general mellow approach to talking, and asking a lot of questions.
this aged well🙃
I feel Linus doesn't get enough credit for all he's accomplished... Say what you want about him but this guy knows a lot about a lot of things...I love these 2 guys❤✌
He makes it seem easy, when in reality it's very hard.
@@burgulize very true!! being very passionate helps a lot!!
Tech is one thing, running a Business is another.
@@OGPatriot03 so true...he`s obviously killing that too!
Linus manipulated people's lust for high-end components. It was fun for a little but is getting old. Covid kinda made people realize how non-important watching videos of overpaid tech turds throw over priced shit we will never be able to buy in our faces. jay is another turd. I do like this guy. he attempts to educate us on real-world issues and news.
Linus went from like the back room of a warehouse to literally a state of the art studio. Insane.
No. He started with his own kitchen
@@scunthorpe5513 He started from his garage, or If you want to consider it then he started from the NCIX office.
@@scunthorpe5513 He had videos before this? czcams.com/video/zGJSFTaFJbQ/video.html
To be fair, he was already a corporate manager at NCIX so even in his humble youtube beginnings he was decently well off.
he actually started in an NCIX carpark lol
this is probably the best of the inter-community tours I've seen. the casual, no bs tone is perfect. the behind the scenes look at the building but also at the decision making and process is fascinating. thanks for look behind the curtain.
21:22 I don't get how anybody could complain about this. There's nothing better for integrity and legitimacy of your reviews than non-tech sponsors, because obviously, every time your sponsored by a company from the same industry you make videos about, you automatically enter a moral conflict that's damaging your believability, no matter how subtle.
I'm also very glad Linus takes sponsoring so seriously, that despite the "average consumer" not caring at all, he still is careful about how he makes sponsored content, as to not risk his integrity. It's great to hear that.
great points Jora, i agree completely. If all the ads you saw during a youtube video were about similar products that the video content is about; the whole video is always percieved as being done on purpose; a setup for the sponsor, and not the video host.
That is why Linus is sponsored by Beef Jerky
@@Markos581973 you sounds like you need a psychiatrist. You sound sad and too negative man.
@@linhza501 ...and another Liberal that thinks you shouldn't have an opinion...
@@Markos581973 sure dude, tell yourself that
8:30 "So you can't drop a frame right?" *Continues to using WAN streaming PC dropping all of the frames*
Same thing I thought
Of course you can, it's LMG, there's no such thing as "can't drop"
Linus can drop anything
Now they get to drop as many as 12 PCs instead of frames
thats prob cause of the laptop not the internet connection
Tech Jesus and Crash Bandicoot. great collaboration video.
thats so fuckin perfect. I bet Linus can say WOAH!! Exactly like Crash.
Lmao
I've never doubted Linus over anything, been watching him from his kitchen days with outdoor case reviews. He's a good guy, and deserves all the success he has and will have in future.
How do you know he's a good guy? You know he was a school bully, so a jerk. I get that vibe off of him still.
@@finlandjourney6065
I don't get that vibe from him. People change alot from when they were in school.
@@finlandjourney6065 If he could bully people (90lbs toothpick) they probably had it coming
@@finlandjourney6065 Linus has had the same team for many years. The employees that have left LMG haven’t left due to conflict, but because they want to diversify. The fact LMG has a high retention rate speaks immensely to Linus’s character. Linus does act childish and bratty sometimes but he always comes around.
@@unostopcardxd7199 Not even sure if it's acting lol, it's just the goofy person he is.
youtube just had to recommend this vid today
me too :), the algorithm doesn't know that friendship over ;)
I love how he reached his step count on wan show and on this video, both times while not moving.
Just shows how bad the tech still is, lol.
Gotta wait a few years for it to finally be worth it.
That was a very open and honest video that just felt natural. Great to see the different channels getting together.
Felt kind of like walking around with them while they shoot the shit
The final part where Linus refers to Steve as a saint was very sweet. The way Steve looked genuinely embarrassed reinforced my opinion of him as a genuine person.
Thanks for your time guys.
Scripted
You guys are morons. Keep drinking the cool aid you sheep
@@Markos581973 i want to have the kind of drugs you are taking
Linus is so genuinely happy hanging out with you in this video instead of being the ball of stress he usually is, and its so damn cute.
4:05 aged like milk... Even if it costs 100 bucks to retest a waterblock that was tested on a unsupported GPU, he does not see how he should justify the additional spending... Oof..
Yup. Also nice is 21:55 when he clarifies the editorial role and separates that from the bookkeeping.
Infinity War is the most ambitious cross over ever. Then this happened.
0:46 Speaking of exclusive first looks..
Before that this video is brought to you by Thermal grizzly...
Good one Steve...Good one..
Yes, super :-))
POV: You're here from the new Gamers Nexus Video
Linus is an absolute machine, never runs out of ideas for making more content that people will actually watch
Writers man. That's the key for unstoppable content. That's why he is expanding even further in this area.
@@vinicius401 Yes, however just adding writers doesn't always give you better content, that's the difference here. Linus is doing such a great job of running and expanding a team of excellence, that they keep producing great, and fun content.
@@vickas54 true. Quantity is nothing. Quality is the key. And I agree. He is picking the best he can.
13:46 Max's legacy lives on. 😄
Is it weird that I was fully expecting a Linus advertising segue? 😂
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Why haven't they hired me yet?
Madrinas sponsor spot was carefully integrated
Like a segue to an ad for a Segway?
[Something with thermal grizzlies and tunnelbears here]
for GN .... lol
Anyone else here after todays/yesterdays debacle
Linus and his team get a lot of shit, but he really is a leader in the space. And he's trying (through floatplane) to give not only his staff a plan b but also other creators if CZcams goes too much further to shit. He seems to be a pretty damn smart guy who has surrounded his self with other smart people. Whether you think he's a sellout or not I think he's done very well and is continuing to further their craft, and the fact that he's honest and trying to make ethical moves when not being forced to also speaks for itself. The state of "capitalism" these days employs basically no consumer protections. As long as you're making as much money as you can, who cares how you do it (at least that's how I see it). So them making an ethical "line in the sand" to me speaks highly of his character.
With capitalism, consumers will often, and given enough time always, pick up on bullshit. That line in the sand is important, because it's also the best way to do business for the long term. Both these guys are a little frustrated because they see shills seemingly getting away with it, but in the end the shills get what they deserve.
@@MikeMartin-ot9ic Reality is most people don't pick up on bullshit, and to the extent that they do they just don't pay attention to it as normalcy bias kicks.
Oppose capitalism, and oppose communism. 3rd position or gtfo.
@@sharki9876 Always.
@@p51mustang24 Third way economics only work if you *don't* fully oppose certain aspects of each major philosophy. More of a "smart economy" with a heavy dose of moralizing, rather than the current mixed economy.
No. He is a sell out. He will be shit broke soon.
This was a great tour of Linus's brain. Fascinating.
I absolutely loved this vid... Not for the info or the tour but more the way you did the 'interview / tour'.
A lot of people in this community would put themselves kinda first but you really are interested and put yourself into the background and leave (in this case) Linus talking. But not just talking... A little more adapted to your level of your channel.
I really enjoy seeing the respect going both ways.
Thank you for that and the awesome content you (and Linus) are putting out there. Very much appreciated!
Greetings from a Dutch Photographer and techjunkie.
Thank you, Mark! We were going for a casual approach to it. So glad people like this format.
Watching this after the LTT ethics conundrum.
Linus: "This guy is an absolute saint."
No he's not, he's Tech *Jesus.*
Its amazing how humble you and linus are.
Cheers from Mexico.
Me: That movie watching setup needs a bigger TV.
[Big projector screen starts rolling down]
Me: Oh, okay.
The sound system is baller too I cant wait to see it finished. They do so many balls to the wall projects that are actually really interesting like linus's 6 editors machine that hes spending 100k on
alex hampshire fun fact but like 4 days ago Linus revealed the Big Gaming TV and the other stuff is going into the LAN gaming room they made. They showed off the rest of the stuff and almost have all of it done
Conversation at 20:00ish onwards about separation of of editorial and advertising and difference between review and spotlight is great to hear. I agree with the way Linus handles that stuff and if he didn't do that I think their content would be unwatchable to me.
i like how in the new space at the beginning there is a small ceiling fan at the top of the shot. kind of optimistic of them.
I always love how intelligent and genuine Linus is when he's talking about his work and the industry as a whole.
ah, so weird watch this now...
the powers have merged together
They're crossing the streams.
Did Linus say LMG is spending around 250k CAD on LTX? Holey sheet that puts it into perspective just how big its become in just a few years, and just how much income they must make to support such a massive venture.
This was a great video btw, everyone was relaxed and enjoying each others company, and it was extremely interesting to take a peek behind the scenes and see a little bit more of just how much work (and money) goes into making LMG the powerhouse of the tech world that it is.
He expects it'll most likely be a "loss" and isn't really concerned with breaking even, or even profiting.
I think that's commendable.
The original LTX was for the fans of LMG. As it evolved, it is more about the community and to grow the community it is definitely more than just LMG and it's about the relationships you have within the space. That's why you find other creators wanting to come to be a part because they know this is what a Vidcon/E3/CES should be when you have it all rolled up into one. I suspect they will do very well this year and I can't wait to see what next year will be like. Eventually, I would not be surprised if manufacturers show up and do a product announcement at LTX. It only make sense if you know your fan base will be there, and the various content creators will be there, why wouldn't you announce a new product just to get in on the fun and to have a good PR?
It's only natural.
@@kyoko703
Speaking of announcing a product, a manufacturer is going to reveal something at LTX this year. Or at least I think Linus said that on a previous WAN show. A LTX Exclusive reveal.
i think he said that's all his budget for fan engagement for a year.
@@kyoko703 amd vega was shown at LTX!
"you can see, that floor light will turn on"
*zooms in on phone screen*
for some reason i laughed a lot
4:11 is where it all started brewing....
Steve, could you... could you host a TechLinked? :D
That's actually a really good idea
This comment definitely doesn't have enough likes
Ah yes, the alcohol cart at 4:52 Party time at Linus's place!
I like how he looks at it like "darnit" and they just proceed to cut it out....
I didn't see it at all lol :D
Right beside the power tools...
back when the crazy russian man was still working there. RIP my comrade
7:37 - Linus excited about the AMD choice, Steve sounds like he just stepped in cat shit.
Compared to other tours this is the best one I have seen thus far. NO cuts or anything and actually covers everything.
Honestly the non-tech sponsors are kind of refreshing. It makes his videos feel a bit more.... Mainstream I guess. Hard to explain.
4:56 Lucky the dragon finally located after running away from the Techlinked set
How did I miss this one? Wow a lot of work. Amazing collab.
somehow this video is recommended to me after watching GN's LTT video. oh, youtube algorithm.
Very cool to see such a relaxed interview/tour
Wow, that's quite an industry Linus is growing there, hope he enjoys continued success, thanks for the vid!
Getting bigger to make more better videos, to get more money, to get even bigger better videos. A devil's circle. (in german "ein Teufelskreis")
@@Sechs0rBecks that's how businesses works.
@@Sechs0rBecks Would you prefer they do what large corporations do now? Get big to get more money, then stockpile it and use it to influence local governments?
@@JGnLAU8OAWF6 thats how mafia works
Really enjoyed the tour! Thanks! Digging the camaraderie between the various tech tubers!
Great video. Love your way of interviewing and the genuine interest.
Obviously, there's a friendship there. Super relaxed and fun to watch.
How its Made LTT Edition...this is a great little series you been on lately, I love it!
Steve's zen tempers the extreme energy of Linus, making for the most enjoyable video featuring LMG I have ever seen. Please remain separate, but very occasionally continue to tag team content.
"What does dollar shave club have to do with tech?" "That's the point." Yes it's called editorial independence.
Nathan Simpson yeah you don’t want to piss in the pool you swim in.
Its called tech sponsors are steering clear of these tech turds. Forcing guys like Linus and Jay to beg for odd sponsors.
@@Markos581973 Lol why are you throwing salt at every positive comment
@@dirtyasianmafia2310 sometimes truth hurts.
@@Markos581973 damn thats quite the liberal view
Best Linus Media Group tour. Great seeing the open honest chat.
Watch one Linus video then watch one GN video
"Perfectly balanced, as all things should be".
Amazing to watch two amazing youtubers working together like friends. You are amazing love to watch LTT and GN.
The tech community is better off with all of us working together. We don't always have to agree, but healthy debate is good for everyone.
@@LinusTechTips I agree because everyone has his point of view and you should listen to others opinions. That's why tech community is amazing because everyone is different and that's amazing. And healthy debates are also fun.
That's why the tech community has thrived overall versus other niches on CZcams. Everyone lifts each other up & doesn't play the CZcams drama for clicks game. Even knowing how the tech community is on CZcams I was still really impressed by how many people took the risk to make a video speaking out when Kyle got that bullshit strike. That was AMAZING.
i don't know why this video made me so happy the whole way through, but it did. thank you guys!
Nubia: sends a review unit.
Linus: bashes it in like 4 different videos, before destroying it in the actual review.
A Good studio tour of LMG not done by any of the "i" guys
This place is bigger than i thought, and the perception of depth you get on the techlinked set for that small an actual distance is really good
Thanks. Brandon/Riley/Yvonne worked hard on it :)
@@LinusTechTips i got a reply yay
Grand master Brandon for president
The new set that you guys finished working on looks stunning too
Linus: "I'm looking for someone with a maker/fabricator"
Alex: "am I a joke to you?"
Alex does great work (his videos are always my favourites) but his actual background is mechanical engineering.
You can tell he doesn't have a professional background in building things and taught himself most of what he knows about CNCing etc on the job at LTT.
It just means we'll get more of that type of content, now from 2 different perspectives.
Barnacules: Pick me!
This is old, but what sort of Mechanical Engineer degree doesn't include a CAM-CNC class?
And machine shop classes.
Fabrication classes, etc.
I know some Universities are just lame excuses to get in a big debt, but an engineer course should have plenty of actual practice besides theory, including on how to actually manufacture things, else is just a pseudo-engineering production/industrial administration of sorts. Or as my mom calls it Paper Engineering!
The issue with that specific degree might be few electronics and control/automation theory and practice(still has to have some).
Great tour. I love both of your content streams. Two very different platforms covering all of my tech desires
This is not a studio tour, this is an inspirational story
This was probably one of the best video's ive watched in months
I love Steve's attitude, the whole time he seems really impressed but respectful and asks the right questions.
Great video. Love to see the creators 'community' creating content that pays respect to each other. Looking forward to the LTX cover.
It's truly great seeing you all work together, the contributions you give each other, the support and backup is profound. Keep up this amazing work Steve and team.
Linus Tech Tips needs to get up with Adam Savage to help them optimize their workshop
Oh my God that's a good idea
Maybe Linus can tell them to QC their fucking videos too
Adam Savage has a shop where he makes videos. Here they have a studio with a set which they pretend is a shop for the purpose of making videos.
Its always great to see a crossover video.
It was calm and casual and honestly is the best format you guys can possibly have, so do more these kind of collabs
Relaxed, natural, down to earth.
Thank you for both of you!
Fun stuff its amazing to see the continued change at LMG. You've also seen what our CNC router is like we have the same model but in a 4' x 8' config. See you at LTX!!!!!
The segway into the thermal grizzly ad spot was perfect.
This was heart warming! I love how you guys are all pals :)
Absolutely adore how excited Linus is about LTX.
Love yall!
Great tour, nice job
:D
This now a Classic.
Both your sets pretty much always look amazing, supporting total focus on the item in question or review! Much thanks for all you do!
Awesome, awesome video. So great to listen to you guys just casually converse, especially the bit about sponsored 'reviews'.
Love both of your channels.
We just don't realise how much work in filming is required or done. Insane
This has been the most positive comments section I've seen in a long time. And the video definitely deserved it. My thanks to everyone.
This is incredible. I am just finding out how devoted you all are. RESPECT from the UK.
What an absolute treasure trove of a video! I've always loved behind the scenes videos of films and tv and this really gets to that itch of mine. Incredibly insightful stuff
honestly this is my first time watching LMG in 60 FPS, thanks Steve
Great video, I love a good genuine conversation.
I thought this was going to be a snore of a video, but this turned out to be a really enjoyable watch all the way through.
This is one of the best Nexus videos. I mean frametime things are important too but I just enjoyed listening and watching! :P
I like how you took the tour slowly and chatted with Linus, as if you were actually getting a tour instead of jump cuts into each room and the conversation wasn't only about the room itself
as a regular LTT viewer... I did not expect this would be as interesting as it was! Awesome stuff, thank you both!
This was really interesting and very enjoyable to watch :) Great job, Steve!
Great video guys. I'm always astounded as to how Steve can come up with such great questions, seemingly on the fly sometimes.
You managed to make LMG looks more professional than they do it themselves in their videos haha
I think that not-so-professional part of LMG helps them keep some of their original charm. It makes them seem human instead of like a mindless machine.
@@CalculatedRiskAK fair enough however this Gamers Nexus video is proof it can be well done and not look like a 'mindless machine'.
@@caincha This kind of video is not exactly great for Linus' short attention span audience.
It looks personal and handcrafted (and not machine-y) because it's not very produced, but it is also very long and boring.
When you're making really short, effective and efficient videos targeted at a wide demographic that tends to have a short attention span, it's hard not to make it look overly produced. Linus managed to do it, though, by using self deprecating humor. Not doing that would result in his videos looking professional, sure, but it'd also make his videos look "less human", so it's a decent trade off.
To sum it up, Linus making himself look dumb is by design. Without that design, his videos would lose a lot of charm.
@@Maxim0M1 Short attention span audience? Maybe the casual masses, but my favourite content is the weekly podcast they do
@@LapisPebble Yeah, the casual masses happen to be the majority of the viewers and you can see that for yourself by looking at the view numbers.
Linus knows this perfectly, and that's why most of his videos are scripted so specifically. It's a good strategy. And like I mentioned earlier, him looking dumb is an act for entertainment purposes (except when he drops something for real, which he exaggerates to further his persona). It's an effective act. People really do think he's a goofy fuck.