Recording summary · June 2021
What I Plan To Do Now My Channel Is Dead
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Overview
Daniel returned to streaming after a break, addressing boundaries with viewers, gameplay of Kingdom Come set in historical Czech Republic, and his personal and dating life amidst feelings of isolation and anxiety.
Daniel paused regular YouTube content due to diminishing views, loss of passion, and low returns, shifting his focus to stock and crypto trading.
Daniel manages multiple investment portfolios, engaging in swing trading with stocks like Etsy and AMC while pursuing safer dividend assets following past substantial losses.
Daniel discussed relationship histories, dating app frustrations in the UK, the impact of his online channel on real-life dating, and potential travel or relocation to Manchester.
Daniel remains unvaccinated after receiving an invitation, citing personal concerns and current international travel restrictions.
Themes
Trading strategies, stock portfolios, and cryptocurrency holdings.
YouTube analytics, algorithm effects, creator motivation, and storytelling fatigue.
Dating experiences, online dating challenges, and male relationship obligations.
Potential relocation to Manchester and apartment rental requirements.
Gameplay and mechanics of Kingdom Come: Deliverance.
Personal health, fitness routines, and domestic environment.
Viewer moderation and dealing with online trolling.
Developments
Daniel blocked viewer Ollie and banned viewer Mike Oxmoor from his stream.
Daniel received an invitation to take the COVID-19 vaccine.
Daniel reorganized his desk area, removed clutter, and moved a mini fridge.
Daniel bought Etsy shares in the low $160 range.
Cathie Wood purchased approximately $32 million of Etsy stock.
Daniel injured his back lifting dumbbells roughly a week prior to the broadcast.
Daniel bought AMC at 44 and sold at 64 for an 80% gain.
A scheduled date in London ghosted Daniel after a friend identified his YouTube channel.
Daniel changed location settings on Tinder to New York.
A Tinder match from Manchester unmatched Daniel after viewing his Instagram stories.
Daniel lost £500 after betting on Donald Trump to win the 2020 presidential election.
Two men approached Daniel's sister in a London bar to issue warnings about him.
Daniel sold Bitcoin at $37,000 before its price rose to $41,000.
Daniel observed a spider on his wall during the broadcast.
Daniel sold all holdings in Corsair Gaming after a price increase of roughly 30%.
Daniel penetrated a beer can with a shot from a BB gun.
Daniel raided Venus Angelic's stream and donated £10, after which she called him annoying.
The anime man messaged Daniel proposing a drink and subsequently blocked him.
Uncertainties & gaps
Daniel is uncertain whether Sayaka resides in the Czech Republic region where his game is set.
Daniel expressed uncertainty about stream lagging and whether his internet connection can support streaming the game.
Daniel is uncertain whether landlords will require proof of income exceeding rent or accept six months of rent upfront.
Daniel is uncertain whether an upcoming Federal Reserve meeting will crash the market.
Daniel is uncertain whether returning to Japan would increase his channel's viewership.
Daniel is uncertain whether his channel died because he lost passion or if he lost passion because the channel died.
Daniel is uncertain whether a Manchester Tinder match knew about his channel beforehand or matched to troll.
Daniel is uncertain whether to relocate to London or Manchester, depending on meeting a romantic interest.
Daniel is uncertain whether to buy a laptop, desktop, or an Xbox with a TV given travel drawbacks.
Daniel is uncertain whether Etsy stock will rise to $175 to yield an additional profit.
Daniel is uncertain whether he initiated the breakup with his French girlfriend, she broke up with him, or it was mutual.
Daniel is uncertain whether Sweet Anita would like him due to contrasting personalities.
Daniel is uncertain about the exact schedule for his next stream and whether he will produce a video.