Why I Decided to Take Over the Channel

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  • @misscindyee
    @misscindyee 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2335

    On the one hand, I do see why people don't feel the need for a 5-part series of videos explaining why Brother's Green is disbanding: most are here primarily for the food videos and that's what they want.
    However, viewers sometimes forget that Mike and Josh are also REAL PEOPLE, struggling with real life challenges. A 5 minute video just briefly touching on the bullet points of the breakup would feel like it is not doing justice to Mike, Josh and Brothers Green because it is something they struggled with personally behind the scenes WHILE they kept pumping out content over the past year(s). It might have been a bit chaotic and random at times, but that was also the beauty of it as we saw the dynamics between two brothers trying to collaborate and continue building something that was beautiful and worked for many years, but we were also witnessing a very relatable and inevitable facet of life unfolding where two people grow apart, struggle with accepting this and ultimately deciding to go their separate ways.
    Mike and Josh are the authentic part of TH-cam that I enjoy watching, and if they want to share their stories of their personal journey (cooking-related or not) I'm here for that (cooking techniques and life lessons, what more can a girl ask for!?). They are showing us a part of them that is usually reserved for close friends and family: exposing their vulnerability and sharing their personal struggles with millions of people on TH-cam. This is not easy. So, before you guys start sharing your (negative) opinion and feeling entitled that they should 'stick to the cooking videos cuz that's what I wanna watch', think about the real people who are creating these videos that you watch on TH-cam and have some compassion with their personal journeys.
    Thank you, Josh and Mike for being true to yourselves and taking this big step and most of all, letting us be privy to this journey. I look forward to seeing how you both grow in your own ways! ❤️

    • @LifebyMikeG
      @LifebyMikeG  5 ปีที่แล้ว +230

      I had to pin this comment to the top! Thanks Cindy Yee for the kind words. I'm certainly not nearly as good of a writer as you (I'll stick to visuals) but you just really nailed this and I appreciate it big time!

    • @misscindyee
      @misscindyee 5 ปีที่แล้ว +129

      ​@@LifebyMikeG Thank you! I don't normally comment on videos but I just had to on this one. It's just too easy to be a keyboard warrior and shoot out criticism instead of uplifting each other and showing support. So, I just wanted you guys to know that there are people like me out there that appreciate the content that you put out. Keep the visuals coming! 👍

    • @LifebyMikeG
      @LifebyMikeG  5 ปีที่แล้ว +100

      @@misscindyee well us creators are real people and we certainly appreciate people like you who comment in!

    • @christinak.1357
      @christinak.1357 5 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      I love this comment, couldn't have worded it better myself! 💖👍

    • @YOUENJOYLIFE
      @YOUENJOYLIFE 5 ปีที่แล้ว +55

      Thank you for this Cindy, I really appreciate your perspective on the importance of this for Mike and I.

  • @maxziebell4013
    @maxziebell4013 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1509

    But don't delete the old content please!!! Just so I can look stuff up I regulary cook!

    • @sayckeone
      @sayckeone 5 ปีที่แล้ว +57

      He said in the comment section of the breaking up video that they old videos would stick around.

    • @soilgrasswaterair
      @soilgrasswaterair 5 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      It generates too much money to just throw it all away just because the channel is changing. I hope both brothers will have nice upcoming experiences, and hopefully people will be mature enough to understand that as viewers they are not entitled to anything. You watch if you like it and if not then watch some other video or head to another channel and opt for one of their videos that specific day the content here wasn’t a good fit.

    • @brandonspeaks
      @brandonspeaks 5 ปีที่แล้ว +73

      Dear god, please don't stick with the name Pro Home Cooks. You are way more creative than that Mike.

    • @TokyoBlue587
      @TokyoBlue587 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Yes, I am still watching the old videos, it's taking me a while, please leave them up

    • @silentmajority512
      @silentmajority512 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I'm the one who topped your comment from 999 likes to 1000... hi 🖖

  • @FHG2088
    @FHG2088 5 ปีที่แล้ว +374

    Why is everyone bashing Josh so much?! I LOVED his $3 a day thing. I love both of you and you both bring different things to the table. Will miss this chapter, but new things to come!

    • @girlyghoul
      @girlyghoul 5 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      I loved that series too! I think that's when I first hit "subscribe". But I like Josh's sandwiches and fermenting too so I will not be clicking "unsubscribe"

    • @girlyghoul
      @girlyghoul 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Whoops I meant Mike's sandwiches and fermenting. Typing faster than my brains works!

    • @LiLBitsDK
      @LiLBitsDK 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      No bashing here at all, I have enjoyed quite a few of the videos, very inspiring, it's sad to see them part, but I would much rather have them be happy doing what they like

    • @Thatsdantoyousir5
      @Thatsdantoyousir5 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Duuude those videos were legitimately incredible. I think its just that his passion was more for music and that showed kinda.

    • @KC-ed6jt
      @KC-ed6jt 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      bc Josh at 33- 34 years old that is having a mid-life crisis or maybe its the drugs? Idk either way he rather experiment with drugs or dance in his living room or dump his wife!!! How Mike is the younger one is beyond me.

  • @LifebyMikeG
    @LifebyMikeG  5 ปีที่แล้ว +937

    Thank you to Josh for being such an incredible collaborative partner and brother (yes we are actual brothers) and thanks to all of you for your amazing support over the years. This is a big change after six years on the Brothers Green Eats channel and it didn’t feel right to just move on without sharing a little bit about what I’ve been going through over the last few years as well as the changes that are coming to this channel. I’ll be releasing one video a day for the next week on the subject of change and transition and then I’ll be back to food content on Monday (I swear).

    • @marinacoelho4686
      @marinacoelho4686 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      God bless you and Josh in your new roads. Thanks for all the knowledge you guys share here!

    • @jemainepaul8264
      @jemainepaul8264 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Name should remain the same. Just remember to know where channel came from

    • @Freshiz325
      @Freshiz325 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      A philosophy video a day for a week seems like quite a lot. We're fine as long as you keep making food content. We don't need an extended mourning period but if you do, go for it. See you in a week.

    • @CoolCakesandCraftswithAmalia1
      @CoolCakesandCraftswithAmalia1 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Weston Thompson maybe it’s what they need.

    • @CoolCakesandCraftswithAmalia1
      @CoolCakesandCraftswithAmalia1 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Brothers Green Eats looking forward to the new direction!

  • @Ryan_Perrin
    @Ryan_Perrin 5 ปีที่แล้ว +262

    I said a while back and I'll say it again: Mike taught me to understand the process, and Josh helped me appreciate it. Two sides to cooking you can't have on their own without being a bit lost.
    I look forward to seeing the future of the channel.

    • @0chibijulie0
      @0chibijulie0 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      This. I couldnt think of the proper way to explain how both teaching styles worked together. 😊 thank you

    • @Oubliet01
      @Oubliet01 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Well-expressed.

    • @Harry-ju8yw
      @Harry-ju8yw 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Ryan Perrin well said. There seems to be an awful lot of discussion about preferring one style of content over the other and it’s unnecessarily divisive.
      While I have always appreciated Mike’s cooking chops, quality and penchant for learning, if the purpose of TBH was to INSPIRE LOVE FOR COOKING then for me it has been Josh’s optimistic attitude and “if you had fun cooking it it was worth it” approach - Cooking Technique VS Cooking Philosophy.
      This whole process has made me feel like I have to choose between these guys and it’s pretty clear to me who I’d rather hangout with.
      Sorry, man but the last few rounds of content are riddled with Mike taking passive aggressive judgements at his brothers approach. He blends it in with generic compliments but it’s paper thin.
      Maybe it’s because my brother and I are similar ages apart and I can relate to Josh as I am the older sibling and have the more gregarious personality between us.

    • @Ryan_Perrin
      @Ryan_Perrin 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Harry-ju8yw I think both of them have definitely had that issue, but I'm sure it's hard. I'm still going to watch both, but probably Mike the most because I don't know that I care as much for the stuff Josh does on his other channel. Nothing against it, it's just not what I want. The sandwich and fermentation videos from Mike were amazing, and that's what I love about his stuff.

    • @atheathorium
      @atheathorium 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This sums it up perfectly, I think.

  • @YOUENJOYLIFE
    @YOUENJOYLIFE 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1294

    Good luck brother on this journey, its been incredible sharing it with you, here is to years more of glorious cooking!

    • @anonimushbosh
      @anonimushbosh 5 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      Best of luck to both you guys

    • @MrBie
      @MrBie 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Best of luck to the both of you

    • @SanderLeurink
      @SanderLeurink 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      It's a highly respected decision! I wish you both the best!

    • @MiyamotoMusakaki
      @MiyamotoMusakaki 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Gerry Freeman crazy hippie

    • @vladimiryordanov7943
      @vladimiryordanov7943 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Good luck to both of you glorious hippie brothers! Subscribed to both! Wish you all the best!

  • @kittmiller2212
    @kittmiller2212 5 ปีที่แล้ว +96

    I Loved Brothers Green, and when I saw your new channel a week ago and came over here. i am in my 70's, I was a chef for years, I have a culinary degree, and I have really enjoyed every thing you did, so here I am, You are very innovative, I love that. i think your being so transparent makes all of us admire you more.

  • @VictorYepello
    @VictorYepello 5 ปีที่แล้ว +206

    It was YOU that really gave me the chops to bake sourdough bread. The way you simplified the process in your small kitchen with an everyday stove it told me that I could do it too. All the best to you as you move forward. Thank you.

    • @YeshuaKingMessiah
      @YeshuaKingMessiah 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I lived in a kitchen that small, shaped the same too. No window except for the end door opened onto the dining rm with a window. I cooked for my family 3 meals a day in there. It IS possible. Love your vids!

  • @ilzitek2419
    @ilzitek2419 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    This split is called individuation. You both represent two different outlooks on the world, yin and yang, left and right brain, rational (organized) and imaginative/spiritual (spontaneous). I admire you how you could work together and create so much beautiful and yummy food. The energy that was created between you got this production started. That is of great value. You BOTH are equally valuable. I hope you keep in touch, there is so much more to come.

  • @rebeccamayers9302
    @rebeccamayers9302 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I remember when you both were on Chopped. It was amazing to see your progress from the channel to chopped, and solidifying your game in cooking. Much love!

  • @OutdoorChefLife
    @OutdoorChefLife 5 ปีที่แล้ว +247

    I started watching you guys while I was in college. I think it was just the perfect timing that you guys were also making cooking videos for college students. Definitely a big inspiration for me to start experimenting with all kinds of food. Now, I'm a professional sushi chef and have my own cooking channel here on youtube nearing 100k subs and starting to inspire others in my own way. Looking forward to your future content!

    • @MrShazaamable
      @MrShazaamable 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      This is mega cool

    • @VanessaNaomiR
      @VanessaNaomiR 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Now you are at 450k i see :) congrats!

  • @yesilbursa
    @yesilbursa 5 ปีที่แล้ว +130

    Passionate organized brother with goals to achieve vs older brother in search of happiness and peace. You've both came out of your cocoons.

  • @KB-zb2he
    @KB-zb2he 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I still refer back to your older videos for tips and recipes all the time. You’ve given me knowledge and encouragement. I always thought cooking rules needed to be followed and you went against them in good ways. I cook for my family mainly my two boys, they help me at times and you’ve been apart of nourishing our lives. Thank you.

  • @Emeraldheart1021
    @Emeraldheart1021 5 ปีที่แล้ว +125

    Ignore all of those negative comments. Both you & Josh are great and I will continue to follow you both! Everyone is allowed to grow, change, and evolve. Best wishes to both of you! (Just don't take the old videos down or I will be heartbroken!)

  • @jakegarcia1796
    @jakegarcia1796 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Mike, I’m a new subscriber and I just want to say I truly love the content! Specifically, I love the length and style of the videos. Most cooking videos/channels are very recipe based and you really discuss concepts in depth and as a home cook honing my skills, I appreciate this approach so much. I love the content and keep on going, brother!

  • @melissareid640
    @melissareid640 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Prayers for the relationships in your family with your friends and thank you for including us on your journey through life. We love you both sooo much-

  • @lmb4876
    @lmb4876 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I'm a baby boomer..recently discovered your channel and I LOVE it!..You have inspired me to become a great ( better) cook during retirement..thank-you for teaching me..

  • @queuebit
    @queuebit 5 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I came to Brothers Green when you each had your own episodes. I liked the dichotomy of the views and approaches, nice to see each of you finding the voice and passion that keep you inspired and moving forward. I am going to stay subscribed to both.
    Good luck to Josh and Mike.
    Excited to see you guys continue your journeys.

  • @agingintobeauty
    @agingintobeauty 5 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Love your promotion of vulnerability. Every new journey starts with wobbly knees because of the potential for failure but the truth is - there is no true failure - every step is part of your evolution. Cheering for you!

  • @mar2lka
    @mar2lka 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    This makes so much sense. The part about change being inevitable and that it is tough to deal with it. This gives me hope! Thanks for sharing!

  • @meitsjust
    @meitsjust 5 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    FYI Your brother has your channel under his channels tab. Maybe you can put his under yours😉

  • @worldpeace6322
    @worldpeace6322 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Mike, I know this video was hard to make, but I am so glad you did. We love your channel, we love you, and when I say we, I mean all of your fans that have watched your videos. After this video I really feel that you're not just some random guy making cooking videos, it feels like you're our friend. And we are all your friends too. Thanks for opening up to us. And thank you for everything

  • @SolangeTeParle
    @SolangeTeParle 5 ปีที่แล้ว +86

    Hearing about this process is gold. Thank you for sharing.

    • @thomashendricks33
      @thomashendricks33 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same, this is exactly what I needed to hear. I'm in a similar (albeit much smaller scale 😅) situation.

  • @awiennn
    @awiennn 5 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    I feel sad reading some of the comments here... I understand people come for the food, but Mike and Josh are people too. Two brothers doing this for years and years under the scrutiny of millions of people. It takes a lot of physical, mental and emotional capacity to do so and endure.
    I followed you from Hungry and was ecstatic to find out you brothers had your own channel. I was in college and your videos mean a lot to me, taught me so many things. I noticed how different the two of you were, and watched you brothers change, grow and interact and react differently over the years.
    I started to really realise you guys are people when there's marriage and you guys started living apart, doing your own thing, then Josh made his healing videos and talked about his journey and now this. Both of you are probably a few years older than me so it freaked me out a little how stark changes could be in life. It's like looking in a mirror of the future of what it might be for me. I mean, to embrace real life, observe how relationships change, getting out of comfort zones, battling our inner selves and things like that.
    I applaud you brothers' courage in facing all this. If talking it out into a multi episode series is what you guys need to be better and stay strong, then please do so.
    I wish you brothers a beautiful journey ahead. Stay safe, healthy and always strive for your happiness. Much love ♥.

  • @floretan
    @floretan 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    It was your fermentation video that got me into the kitchen again. Thanks for all the inspiration, I'm looking forward to more great content!

  • @12hunter100
    @12hunter100 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Simple and creative! This is why I liked your channel and shared your videos with my daughter and it interested her to cook at home and learned how to save money.

  • @keithbrookshire
    @keithbrookshire 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    The first several videos I watched of Brothers Green were of you alone. When I finally saw a video with Josh I was like, oh, I guess that's the brother. I'm looking forward to the future of the channel... and Josh's channel too.

  • @clairewyndham1971
    @clairewyndham1971 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I still have wear my Brothers Green t shirt! Been with your 2 for a LONG LONG time! Good luck to your both because at the end of the day- food, in all it's glory, is the part of life that gets us through the good, the bad and everything in between.

  • @ExpertScientist
    @ExpertScientist 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I think the sky's the limit for you, i have loved your solo projects, hope you do more like the sandwich series for example. But no matter what i look forward to seeing what you come up with. Also i wanna say i really like Josh too, and hope his new channel will be great.

  • @firstspar
    @firstspar 5 ปีที่แล้ว +94

    Didn't like the idea of 5 more videos on this. But actually looking forward to seeing the journey of change you have gone through. Keep the videos flowing as you want.👍

  • @DeltaDubai03
    @DeltaDubai03 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I joined the channel quite recently. My first real experience was the sandwich series, which I loved. I think it was brilliant .
    I will definitely stick to the channel, whatever the name becomes and keep on watching your cooking videos. I am actually excited to see where you are going to take all of us and what goodies you are going to prepare for us.

  • @OmarSerrano27
    @OmarSerrano27 5 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I’ve learn a lot from your solo back to the basic videos from how to hold a knife to how to make perfect rice lol I’m excited to see what’s next! You’re the man, thanks for continuing the channel.

  • @JenTheSnarky
    @JenTheSnarky 5 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    Actually, I think it's great that you're exploring this. No matter the age, we all go through these growth and change periods. And I for one enjoy listening to people talk about going through these transitions. And it's nice, isn't it, that those of us growing and evolving aren't alone in these journeys? To each their own, but I don't think this is overkill. I appreciate the thoughtfulness here. It's the same level of thoughtfulness you put in your cooking.

    • @LifebyMikeG
      @LifebyMikeG  5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      thanks for the comment Jennifer. I'm glad you understand where i'm coming from. This isn't easy for me, cooking videos are much more comfortable but I couldn't move on without discussing this stuff. I put a lot of effort into this little series so I hop you enjoy!

    • @hyerimroh17
      @hyerimroh17 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I 8 to

  • @tomlidot4871
    @tomlidot4871 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Had no idea. Just found your cooking videos random and used them. The fermenting veggies and baking, etc. All helped all the way around. Cheers to a new adventure

  • @samtcmu
    @samtcmu 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    the sandwich series was awesome. i’m looking forward to the new chapter.
    i will really miss Josh though. i really liked his improvisational cooking techniques; it taught me a lot. i hope he continues to make food content on his new channel and hopefully make a few guest appearances on your channel.

  • @MisplacedAmerican
    @MisplacedAmerican 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What a great summary to describe the journey of Brothers Green Eats. Thanks for sharing and best of luck to you both in the future. Keep up driving your dreams!

  • @davidm3225
    @davidm3225 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    While I've always loved the dynamic between the brothers this guy is the reason I subscribed to the chanel. I've always found his solo content to be educational, entertaining and inspiring. I'm really looking forward to see what comes next!

  • @wonderwoman5528
    @wonderwoman5528 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I always got the impression you were more into teaching food and your brother, teaching music. Your brother’s content is sometimes about life and philosophy too, whereas your is strictly about the food, so I think it’s a great opportunity for you both to go down your own paths and create some cool new content :)

  • @shannoneg2000
    @shannoneg2000 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've followed Brothers Green for years and it really did make a huge difference in my home cooking confidence. I'm a lot more improvisational, and love experimenting with different foods and methods of cooking, and a lot of that, I think, is due to you guys. Thanks for everything you've done over the years to inspire home cooking and for keeping the channel going. I love the evolution that you've brought forward! Keep it up!

  • @leonarbitrarynonsense359
    @leonarbitrarynonsense359 4 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    The fact that he didn't start this video with a giant sigh is so respectable

  • @sailingsam3815
    @sailingsam3815 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Each brother has his own talent and passion and so glad each brother is shining in his own truth. They should appreciate and support each other.

  • @BakedCity
    @BakedCity 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I'm always interested in why the people I admire do what they do and what their journey looked like, and it's always really cool to see the human side of people, so i'm looking forward to the next few videos. And it goes without saying but I am absolutely sticking around the channel! I'm not an adventurous cook, just a fan of food, and your content always keeps me hungry. Keep doing your thing Josh ❤️

  • @roberthorning1089
    @roberthorning1089 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We all have a story. It’s nice to share and compare. Each person’s story is just as compelling as even a famous person. We’re all just human beings. Love ya big guy. I’m retired living with my Chinese wife. We love to cook for each other. As you said, you pick up the karma of the person who cooks what you eat.

  • @mfarace67
    @mfarace67 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thanks for sharing all these details. It's inspiring on accomplishing goals and getting unstuck, which happens to everyone!

    • @LifebyMikeG
      @LifebyMikeG  5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      we all get stuck at some point! thanks

    • @mfarace67
      @mfarace67 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@LifebyMikeG You didn't have to share these details, and people that love your cooking videos would stay, but I think it also helps build another layer of connection with your viewers to open up about it, so bravo to you for doing that!

  • @broad100
    @broad100 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm enjoying the channel more with you by yourself. There's a better flow. You do a great job and I've learned a lot. Keep doing what you're doing.

  • @cathyjackson8337
    @cathyjackson8337 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What a history! Looking forward to your ‘new’ posts. Changes get easier over time.

  • @GretchenHewitt
    @GretchenHewitt 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I recently was looking for making sauerkraut. You were the one who spoke clearly and laid it out so I could enjoy doing it. I have had fun diving into your videos. I will say how refreshing it is to hear your honesty. None of this pretending. Its not at all necessary! Happy for you!

  • @BecauseIWannaComment
    @BecauseIWannaComment 5 ปีที่แล้ว +160

    I love that Josh had like 7 different hairstyles and Mike has had one overall 😂

  • @digiternst
    @digiternst 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I rarely leave comments on youtube vids but I love what you're doing, man. I'm a big fan who shares the passion for cookery and really appreciate the things you've shown me.

  • @AdamCraigOutdoors
    @AdamCraigOutdoors 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    i appreciate the back story in the channel. I have been a sub for less then a year and didn't really know all of the background. Very interesting but sad to see the split up.
    Look forward to seeing what both of you guys are going to do!

  • @jacksonwright427
    @jacksonwright427 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey Mike, I really really needed this right now. Both of y'alls videos were the reason I got into cooking and became much more willing to try things that scared me and go out of my comfort zone and to fail! I'll be here for whatever direction you decide to go in and I wish you the best of luck in your split.

  • @DrewLytle
    @DrewLytle 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Mike, you're the man! Thanks for talking about all of this and being open! So excited to see where you and Josh both go from here. Here's to more sourdough bread :)

  • @dellahful
    @dellahful 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I’m so happy you guys didn’t fall out. Loved the chemistry between you both... If I were your mom, I would be totally proud of you boys. Keep healthy, happy and be passionate where ever your heart takes you... you can’t get rid of me that easy bud.🇨🇦🥸🤣😂

  • @davidmcaba
    @davidmcaba 5 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Keep cooking; I look forward to seeing the new videos and your exploration of new food spaces.

    • @LifebyMikeG
      @LifebyMikeG  5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      thanks David, so many exciting things to come! Cant wait to share them with all of you

  • @donnasoroka7197
    @donnasoroka7197 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I realize your channel has been on for awhile, but I just found you a few months ago. It's been great to go back to the earlier episodes and watch you grow as a chef, a presenter, and as a person. Not taking anything away from your early years, but I think you've made a very positive change by moving out on your own. I truly enjoy your channel and have tried quite a few things you've instructed. Thank you and best wishes for many many more years!

  • @opheliaronin
    @opheliaronin 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I just need the cooking dude and if you’re gonna do that - I’m in. If it’s with your brother or just you or a friend whatever - cook your heart out and your subscribers will be here for you.

  • @HazelJuanitaMillanHoffman
    @HazelJuanitaMillanHoffman 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good luck as you both move forward on your next step of your journeys. I love learning new ideas, my son has watched and learned how to cook from you both.

  • @jamiephann8955
    @jamiephann8955 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The timing of this is in perfect alignment with my own family business issue. This helps! Thanks!

  • @aleydalauria5094
    @aleydalauria5094 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are a great cook I'm 65 and very grateful about all this cooking technich

  • @lunarmoon1969
    @lunarmoon1969 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Wow, this is like a rite of passage in life...keep going both of you love the documentary on the journey and the new one begins!!!

  • @seanlohr7366
    @seanlohr7366 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I enjoy both of you all and your content. I will keep up with both channels. I know the channel is in good hands with you Mike. I look forward to the future you will bring to this channel. And Josh I look forward to getting to know your channel as well. You are both awesome and you both deserve the best and to achieve and follow your dreams and happiness.

  • @MrJonasWar
    @MrJonasWar 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I know this is 2 years ago. But I recently found this channel, and as I’m diving deeper into it, I’m suddenly watching some college content, and I was thinking to my self what a major (positive) shift and more natural it is to see you on your own - though it was fun to hear you two ping pong - It’s so obvious now that this was the best thing to happen. Probably for both of you.
    Anyways, I’m so glad I found this channel, you inspired me to actually start cooking. I’m a young dad of 2 girls and they deserve better than my inspiring lacking food. I’m really gratefull.
    Thanks for you. Regards

  • @Sbeth85
    @Sbeth85 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This was a super real video. Thank you for being so open and authentic.

  • @jenwylie4093
    @jenwylie4093 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I used to love watching the food network, and cooking channel. I wanted to learn how to be a good home chef. I find that I don't learn anything from those shows. They generally only show competitions. I have no interest in that stuff, so I just stopped watching. I discovered TH-cam about a year ago, and found exactly what I needed. There are so many great shows, like yours that teach me how to cook the basics, and how to make something complicated. Thanks for putting out great content and teaching us the lost art of cooking.

    • @LifebyMikeG
      @LifebyMikeG  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      mission accomplished!

  • @dawnfranklin7280
    @dawnfranklin7280 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Can't wait to see your new channel! Thank you so much for teaching my kids and I to be more creative with our meals. I loved the videos about making your meal for week ahead of time and the one on cooking on a budget. Bless you and your family!!

  • @7HYS.
    @7HYS. 5 ปีที่แล้ว +491

    Hopefully we will get sandwich series S2

    • @LifebyMikeG
      @LifebyMikeG  5 ปีที่แล้ว +101

      in the works...

    • @theangel666100
      @theangel666100 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@LifebyMikeGWOOOO

    • @MrAlcides283
      @MrAlcides283 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      thijs mesman I freaking loved the sandwich series

    • @7HYS.
      @7HYS. 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      MrAlcides283 im doing Keto rn so cant eat it, but love to watch it lmao

    • @michaelmaiara4770
      @michaelmaiara4770 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@7HYS. There are keto answers to sandwiches, keto bread substitutes, sandwich fillings without bread, etc.

  • @auntytutu
    @auntytutu 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you Mike, yes - changes in our lives is something we all have in common. I'll be watching.

  • @dddunlap86
    @dddunlap86 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I was there with you since the midnight munchies days😊 You taught me how to cook👍🏽

  • @stephenlittle7534
    @stephenlittle7534 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Josh A Big Thanks.
    It's been a big journey for us as well.
    It's 4 to 5 years for me looking and trying to make and taste the different ways you did stuff.
    So we have grown up with you. And yes we do go different ways. So we are here for both of you. On both channels. Ring that Bell.

  • @Punkyrooster6
    @Punkyrooster6 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I always respect people who have the courage to let personal evolution happen. It is not without emotional risk, yet it's the fertilizer of health.

  • @suchoudh
    @suchoudh 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    U have done a big service by doing this. It has helped me get back on my feet. People change. Priorities change and we must give gratitude for the collaboration that is now lost its steam. Give space ànd part ways

  • @tonyhtran
    @tonyhtran 5 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    PLEASE DONT delete videos of Josh in them. Or is Josh moving his videos to his own channel?

    • @atheathorium
      @atheathorium 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I think Josh said that this is what he is going to do.

  • @gruenbrew
    @gruenbrew 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love this behind the scenes look at the channel. So much more candid than most of the stuff coming out in the past couple of years.

  • @skulqerX
    @skulqerX 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    thanks for keeping it real guys. goodluck josh and subscribed to both

  • @randomclouds37
    @randomclouds37 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi! I only came across your channel a month ago and I've been watching your videos randomly everyday! They're both entertaining and educational! And now that i stumbled on this video, i really appreciate the fact that you opened yourself up to the virtual world. I think it takes sensitivity to be able to create beautiful food. And that's one of the many qualities that you have as a Pro Home Cook! Well done!!! 😄👍

  • @Shadow72eapers
    @Shadow72eapers 5 ปีที่แล้ว +328

    Explanation as to why he decided to take over the channel starts at 11:40

    • @MarkSkanes
      @MarkSkanes 5 ปีที่แล้ว +53

      Thank you, 5 part series... Gimme a break

    • @msSnilloc
      @msSnilloc 5 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      People like u matter

    • @kdiang03
      @kdiang03 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Mvp

    • @sunnylilme
      @sunnylilme 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm lost. Was it because he wanted to do solo videos, and they were doing well?

    • @Sadaqat1
      @Sadaqat1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thnx man u save my time

  • @joyful8072
    @joyful8072 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I stumbled on this channel on You Tube while I was looking for healthy meals on a budget. This channel never disappointed in that regard and to make it better you and your brother always made it fun and simple. I also like the teaching about fermentation and other techniques because you were teaching about things I am very interested in but was intimidated by. I appreciate both you and your brother and wish you both the best in your respective pursuits. I will definitely continue watching you here. I hope you keep all the content on the channel to date.

  • @calvinsullivan5741
    @calvinsullivan5741 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I originally subscribed to learn cooking and I have learned alot. I have to say that although I enjoyed Josh's cooking as well, I thought he was a bit off the hook sometimes. Keep it professional and keep it on cooking and I will continue to watch. Thanks to both of you for all the great videos in the past and I hope to see many more cooking videos from you on this channel.

    • @LifebyMikeG
      @LifebyMikeG  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      thanks for the comment! big stuff coming in the food content game

  • @T0phrrChris-Topher
    @T0phrrChris-Topher 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’ve loved all of your past and present content. It’s sad that josh isn’t around anymore, but I can tell cooking means a lot more to you. I will watch ur content until the day I die 😊

  • @cetriyasArtnComicsChannel
    @cetriyasArtnComicsChannel 5 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    You guys also have very different brands and I think it kinda split your audience. I love and am close to my bro too and have plenty in common but we do have different life goals so it make sense.

  • @theclague
    @theclague 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It was your videos that got me into the channel and I’m really pleased with your decision.
    Looking forward to the next series!

  • @nyxicy
    @nyxicy 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Not gonna lie, I am going to miss Brothers Green. The goofy brothers in the beginning that grew into more over the years. I enjoyed the videos with you both the most but did watch the solo project videos y’all did as well.
    Good luck to the both of you and hope both channels are a huge success. Subscribed now to both and look forward to the content you guys will provide.
    Maybe y’all will collab again and bring back a few videos of the goofy brother who just love to cook and entertain with cool stories of your childhoods and life journeys.
    Much love and respect!

  • @jane907
    @jane907 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I became a fan by watching you first then your brother. Love you two and I look forward to the continuation and rebranding of the channel.

  • @91dobry
    @91dobry 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Thank you for sharing. The Brothers Green came into my life when it was needed. Being a single father that my children came back home. Many meals from you have been made for my family. If you have an archive that I could see from the times before I was a subscriber. I am asking you to show videos of the foods my grandmother made---Jewish cooking. I was too young when she was alive but remember ing how good it was.

  • @maryegerton6848
    @maryegerton6848 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I loved brothers Green. I especially loved how you guys were so creative with a buck. The bargain budget meals were life savers for a great deal of people. Myself included. I think you both were the original budget meal pioneers. I remember being flat broke with like twenty dollars for my son and I for food, and being worried sick. Your videos kept us fed and healthy for many a hard time. Everything happens for a reason, and people come and go from our lives for many different reasons. I thank you from the bottom of my heart for all of your very necessary videos. I still watch your stuff. Love me some sourdough bread. Be well, my friend. ☮️💕

  • @Masakirahati
    @Masakirahati 5 ปีที่แล้ว +233

    but all the videos will stay, yea? It's huge database of knowledge for me.

    • @hannahparkercanady1913
      @hannahparkercanady1913 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Masakirahati second that - I would love for the videos to stay on the channel!

    • @conan_der_barbar
      @conan_der_barbar 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      they've said before that they won't, which is really sad. either they'll get reuploaded on Josh' channel or he'll do his own patreon or sth

    • @sayckeone
      @sayckeone 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Mike said in the comment section of the breaking up video that the old videos would remain.

    • @sayckeone
      @sayckeone 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@conan_der_barbar
      They didn't say that. They said in a reply to you that the videos would stay.

    • @timily74
      @timily74 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Exactly! I found out about this because I was looking for them! This is ridiculous.

  • @justej42
    @justej42 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Man this is bittersweet because you both have such good vibes and it’s always sad to see that split but I’m excited to see where the journey takes you both! Hopefully to a place where you’re both happy and comfortable on that path. ✌🏻

  • @wooof.
    @wooof. 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I'm super down for the 5 videos, I enjoy connecting with the people aspect of the videos I watch.

  • @pollywang01
    @pollywang01 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have just found your channel through the video on making kombucha from a store bought bottle. You are so creative and I totally want to learn more about fermentation and sour dough bread making. I will be making kombucha using your method and have ordered the supplies. Your videos are fun to watch and the instructions are so clear and simple. You will have lots of success if you keep doing what you are doing.

  • @pinkyfromhaughtfarms6550
    @pinkyfromhaughtfarms6550 5 ปีที่แล้ว +296

    I want to say I do love your content, and your cooking videos. Your fermenting videos are dope! However this whole "why I left", "why I'm taking over" stuff is overkill. One video from each of you, explaining what's up, is more than enough. A five part series is not anything I'm interested in watching, no offense. I'm worried you may be shooting yourself in the foot with all this hoopla. Guess I'll be back Monday to see your regular content. I know this seems like a snarky comment, but it's not meant to be. Just being 100. Good luck to both of you, and I understand you needing to do your own things.

    • @LifebyMikeG
      @LifebyMikeG  5 ปีที่แล้ว +43

      I totally understand, cooking content is what I love and is what this channel will be all about but I felt it was important for me to explain a few things first. I've learned a ton over the last few years and I would like to share it in hopes to help people deal with their own changes that they might be dealing with. If that's not for you, I hope you rejoin the cooking journey next week. Thanks

    • @pinkyfromhaughtfarms6550
      @pinkyfromhaughtfarms6550 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@LifebyMikeG And I do want to thank you. Your hot sauce video, Kimchi video and all the ramen and udon videos, I've learned SO much from you! I truly do love this channel, mostly your videos, but please know I made this comment from a place of love not a rude place. I know TH-cam is fickle and algorithms and yada yada yada. I want you both to be successful, and look forward to all the other things I can learn from you💚

    • @LifebyMikeG
      @LifebyMikeG  5 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      @@pinkyfromhaughtfarms6550 you cant be a slave to the algorithms if you want to make a difference on this platform. If you are then your content starts looking the same as everyone else's.

    • @pinkyfromhaughtfarms6550
      @pinkyfromhaughtfarms6550 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @W Smith I'm not sure why you arent seeing it but I didn't delete my reply. It's still there on my end.

    • @pinkyfromhaughtfarms6550
      @pinkyfromhaughtfarms6550 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @W Smith I'm not doing anything to you! I only just now saw your comment with an apology of sorts in it. I'm sorry you are having a rough time, I really am. Believe it or not I am a very empathetic person. I'm not trying to be rude or spiteful or anything like that. You are entitled to feel how you feel, just like I'm entitled to feel how I feel. It's not a big deal. We can have differing opinions and still be cordial💚

  • @floh4730
    @floh4730 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Not only do we appreciate your brilliance and expertise in the kitchen, be we totally cherish your honesty...we wish Bountiful and Boundless Blessings in health, safety and business always!

  • @oDiProductions
    @oDiProductions 4 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    Man I been watching since way before the MTV deal, and I just NOW saw this video though. (Thanks TH-cam). Anyways, really enjoyed all the past content and loving the NEW direction. Would love to chop it up and talk business sometime since I see that's one area Pro Home Cooks has evolved and improved on versus BGE. Anyways, keep it up! Loving the recent air fryer series!

  • @hannahc1668
    @hannahc1668 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I really love this channel and appreciate all the work you guys put in. Hope to see more soon!

  • @ledzepgirlnmful
    @ledzepgirlnmful 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    So excited for what's coming next!
    Mike, you gave me the confidence to make homemade sourdough bread, and I haven't looked back since!
    Best of luck to you, and to Josh as you set off on your new adventures within your respective channels !!
    Xx from my family to you !😘

  • @ambry99
    @ambry99 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hey Mike! I've been tuning in since 2014 or so. I'm happy that you're still creating amazing content. Once I noticed your sourdough videos on Instagram I had a feeling something different was coming. Love how gracefully you're embracing change and I appreciate you filling us in. I will always love Brother's Green for what is was, but I dig what's going on here! Peace and happy holidays.

  • @mickieb946
    @mickieb946 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    While I certainly enjoyed Josh's cooking, particularly his very creative "eat on X amount a day" series... and while I've subscribed to his channel to see what he's up to on occasion, of the two of you, I jive better with your instructional style. I loved the in-depth stuff like bone broth, fermentation, and 'fridge curing and particularly the recent "a week of food prep" (sorry can't remember the exact title). You do a start-to-finish, thorough exploration whereas Josh is kinda all over the place. What I liked of his the most was done more in your style i.e. the "how I ate on $3.00 a day" thing. Very start to finish. Since you two split videos with his move, your vids I tend to have a notebook for and very few of his make it into the notebook. I'm not saying I want you to "emulate" your brother, but I would like to see you do a "eat on $21 a week" challenge or "on the price of coffee a day" challenge *like* he did simply because I would be interested in how you, with your viewpoint, would handle such a challenge. I lived where you live once upon a time so I yeah, I started following Brothers Green about a year before I left. I still miss the availability as opposed to the "chain supermarket" I have here but still, that's what i'd like to see from you--budget conscious stuff-- because too much "budget" food starts with 2/$1 box mac & cheese on youtube (and elsewhere) and I am about "real food" and because I find your aesthetic jives better with me.. plus I know you'll do the start to finishness of it. Particularly incorporating different ethnic spicing and flavors. (Where I live now, If I want indian food I have to cook it myself-- I SO miss the Village). I'm explaining it badly but I hope you get what I mean. I'm looking forward to seeing where you go from here.

  • @JarodThurley
    @JarodThurley 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hey Mike, I love your videos and you really came into your own when you started the fermenting series. I am very excited about your future and I think you’re up for a great time creating fantastic content. Am very happy for you and I will be following your journey. Regards, Jarod Canberra, Australia

  • @MrAlcides283
    @MrAlcides283 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I love your sandwich series!!! The french sandwich blew my mind with how simple but awesome it was!

  • @sonjario
    @sonjario 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I come to your channel from time to time and I get the things change and people move on and I’m glad that you have found whatever makes you happy. My love for your show was the simplicity and easy recipes so I hope you continue, also I absolutely love your fermentation video and hope to see more. Please keep those videos up. Love your show with or without your brother and will continue to watch.

  • @justinboucher3275
    @justinboucher3275 5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Yikes at the negative comments... The fans deserve an explanation and you delivered. Good luck in the future, keep moving forward