Why I Never Quit YouTube (yet)

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  • @wheezywaiter
    @wheezywaiter  2 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    Thanks to Ten Percent Happier for sponsoring this video! Get one month free trial to the app at my link www.tenpercent.com/wheezywaiter

    • @andshesmiles6272
      @andshesmiles6272 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm so glad your not a quitter! Of youtube

    • @KirtFitzpatrick
      @KirtFitzpatrick 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Honestly, I always skip sponsor segments, but that was a legit good sell. I sat through the whole sponsor segment and you sold it so well I even clicked that link up there. Well played sir.

    • @silverlining7112
      @silverlining7112 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Could you do something like "I sought expert advice in everything for a *period of time*"? Where you could seek advice for different aspects of your life from, for example, a therapist, personal trainer, financial advisor, lifestyle coach, marriage counselor, parenting expert.... And then see how you life changed

  • @ItsMindful
    @ItsMindful 2 ปีที่แล้ว +313

    Genuinely you are one of the most sincere TH-camrs here. Of course you did not quit yet, it is your passion.

  • @caelansloper2891
    @caelansloper2891 2 ปีที่แล้ว +87

    Flash forward: The WheezyWaiter channel has been dormant for a little over a year. The world is in dismay, confused. There was no warning. Then suddenly, a new video emerges. "We Quit TH-cam for a Year, Here's What Happened." The world rejoices.
    Thanks for sticking around all these years, Craig. I've been watching since I believe around 2010 when I was in junior high. I've loved watching your creative experiments, growth, and I've appreciated how sincere you've always been and for never failing to put a smile on my face. DFTBA, my dude

    • @vigilantcosmicpenguin8721
      @vigilantcosmicpenguin8721 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I think if Craig left for a year it might cause the downfall of society. Either that or Craig finally becomes the all-knowing, all-seeing baby at the center of the universe.

    • @caelansloper2891
      @caelansloper2891 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@vigilantcosmicpenguin8721 The final video of the Wheezy Waiter channel is Craig becoming the all-seeing, all-knowing space baby at the center of the universe. I feel like that would be the perfect conclusion for the Wheezyverse

  • @CityPlannerPlays
    @CityPlannerPlays 2 ปีที่แล้ว +156

    Congrats on 15 years - super impressive! Being a creator is quite the privilege and it's obvious that you know that and don't take it for granted. Thanks for all the content over the years!

    • @westonsmith3190
      @westonsmith3190 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Didn't expect to see you here, but it's very fun seeing that two of my favorite creators know and recognize each other!

    • @therabbithat
      @therabbithat 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      being a creator is a scam that's trapping a whole generation into unpaid labour, being a successful creator is the privilege!

  • @Beardbrand
    @Beardbrand 2 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    Congrats on your 15 years Craig. You're a wonderful creator and a brilliant mind. Very glad you haven't decided to quit (yet). -Eric

  • @JaxsonGalaxy
    @JaxsonGalaxy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    If you've been on TH-cam for 15 years that means I've been on here for 16 years, and have been subscribed to your channel for 15 years. You're still one of my favorite people. Sorry about that one time I creeped you out at the first vidcon, or that other time I gave you a hug you probably didn't want in Salt Lake after the Prefect Strangers concert. Here's to another 15!

  • @LindseyRein08
    @LindseyRein08 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    I'm a school psychologist and I have used some of your videos to help educate students about self-care routines. Things I would love if you could highlight since you are hitting these kinds of topics: Thought Journals (digging into the ol' CBT), Breathing Exercises (how you can sneak them in to everyday), Face to Face conversations daily (versus social media), and having a hobby that doesn't involve other people and screens. Love your content and a lot of my students love them as well. Keep up the good work!

  • @anthony_stevens
    @anthony_stevens 2 ปีที่แล้ว +97

    Don't ever quit TH-cam Craig. You're too much of a national treasure to this platform.

    • @sergeynemkov1554
      @sergeynemkov1554 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      *International treasure, stop hogging the boi ;)

    • @vigilantcosmicpenguin8721
      @vigilantcosmicpenguin8721 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@sergeynemkov1554 No, he's a national treasure for the metaphorical nation of TH-cam.

    • @sergeynemkov1554
      @sergeynemkov1554 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@vigilantcosmicpenguin8721 is a yoke homie

  • @earlymorningdrives1036
    @earlymorningdrives1036 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    My dude, this feels like a good time to tell you about the time I caught your infectious passion for filmmaking. It was your 2017 video "What Will We Do When We're 80?". I was taken with the idea of memorializing a stage in a relationship in video like that. I planned out a whole thing by watching travel vlogs in the style I wanted to recreated and breaking them down by cut so I had an idea how much I'd need to shoot. I got a bunch of gear together, planned a trip for my wife's birthday, and edited it all the day we got home. Being the first thing I'd edited, it's bad, I learned a thousand things I'd do differently - but now we have this time capsule that captures the vibe of that chapter in our lives and that's so valuable to me that I can see past the technical deficiencies. So, thank you for inspiring me to take that creative plunge by showing me something that felt worth overcoming my fear of making an inferior product.

  • @MrFallingcats
    @MrFallingcats 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I can literally recite your first video word for word. When I started following you I was 11. ELEVEN. I am 23 effing years old, Craig. Thank you so much everything. If you ever do choose to move on one day then I'll follow where you're goin' (unless where you're going is like to take more time with your family and live a more private life in which case I will wave tearfully as the train leaves). I relate very hard to this video too because I've been making content for 6 years myself (this is a burner account) and I'm still under 200 subs. I remembered when I started watching a video you made not too dissimilar from this one where you told the 32 subs story and laid out the reasons why you still carried on and I am fully on board with that myself which is why I keep on keeping on. You're a king, Craig, don't forget that.

  • @ForgetfulCatt
    @ForgetfulCatt 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I love that after all this time, the TH-cam comments on your videos are still actual full sentences and not memes. That alone is a testament to the kind of content you make, that it is valuable.

  • @JDCareyMusic
    @JDCareyMusic 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    I love the "It's a feature, not a bug" thing. I work IT, and that's often a joke we make when something breaks, BUT outside of IT, it's a great POV to have in general. "Is this thing that seems negative actually a good thing?" It makes your looks for the good in not so great situations. I genuinely appreciate this channel and will always be a subscriber!

  • @Mu3azOsman
    @Mu3azOsman 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    So, a couple of days ago I was talking to a friend and mentioned why I have been one of your subs for so many years now
    you are YOU, you have never followed trends or been untrue in a single video.
    You have always been faithful to yourself, and treated videos as means to share your ideas and experiences with us,
    no filters no crazy lies.
    This is why we follow you and this is why we stay

  • @huttese_bebop
    @huttese_bebop 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I've been watching your videos since I was a teenager over a decade ago, and I honestly view your channel as being something formative in my life as I was finishing high school and preparing to go out into the world.
    Wheezy News, inside jokes, watching your channel grow and change alongside your life, while I was figuring out mine was something I really think mattered to me deeply.
    These days I don't watch TH-cam as much as I once did, but I always smile when I get notifications on my phone when you upload, and even though we're just shy of fifteen years, I want to thank you for those fifteen years. Thanks for all the content Craig, happy to have been a beardlover all this time.

  • @EugeneKomashkov
    @EugeneKomashkov 2 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    i’ve been watching you since 2010 ish and can easily say that you are one of the most honest and inspiring human beings!
    cheers from Kyiv! ❤️🫡

    • @wheezywaiter
      @wheezywaiter  2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦

  • @Nefi424
    @Nefi424 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I've always had a great appreciation for your editing and comedic timing. I remember how fun and seamless it was to watch all those silly videos about clones in 2014 or so.
    Maybe because you've retained your style, even while making such different genres of videos is why I've stuck around all these years? Whether it's comedic vlogs, daily videos about training for a marathon, or the lifestyle changes of recent years, it's all been among my favorite stuff to watch on this platform.
    Hope you stick around for as long as you want to Craig!

  • @ladylothwen
    @ladylothwen 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I always appreciate seeing a video from you. Your sincerity, curiosity about the world and sense of humor are always welcome and needed. Thank you for what you do and give to your audience.

    • @leighm
      @leighm 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Beautifully stated, totally agree!

  • @Jogwheel
    @Jogwheel 2 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    Thanks for this video, Craig! Proud of you. As a fellow Loooooong time content creator, your slow path to success has been well-earned and very inspirational :-D
    Keep at it, and good luck!

    • @wheezywaiter
      @wheezywaiter  2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      thanks buddy. And thanks for the early opportunity to collab SO many years ago.

    • @Jogwheel
      @Jogwheel 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@wheezywaiter haha, yes! Maybe we can do that again sometime when I return to posting 👍😊

  • @pirlipat6508
    @pirlipat6508 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Not quiet sure when I found your channel, it probably was the "Quitting sugar" video. I stayed for your wit, your wholesomeness and for always feeling like your videos give that nudge to go out there and do something good for yourself, without ever imposing it or coming across as arrogant. (I never do it. I just live through your experiments vicariously) Looking forward to what is a ahead.

  • @lostcrusader1
    @lostcrusader1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I feel a lot of joy to hear you and see you just talk - it's kinda weird that you don't know me and I don't really know you, but your story and the things you choose to talk about are inspiring and also make me giggle!

  • @alliepopoff325
    @alliepopoff325 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Craig, you have helped me so much. I just needed to let you know. I love your videos about 'I did x for y days,' but what I love most is your drive to do things in a way that makes YOU happy. That's what sticks with me about your channel. It's so motivating for my own life.

  • @VaskoGames
    @VaskoGames 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've been watching you for almost 10 years now, glad you're still around :)

  • @GENIRYODAN
    @GENIRYODAN 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey man, just wanted to say you've been one of the very first TH-camrs I watched all the way back in 2009 and I enjoyed your content then and now. Even though I haven't watched you in actual ages, still having you around is a great comfort. I wish you the best of luck with whatever you do whether it be TH-cam or anything else.

  • @daniellesherriff3987
    @daniellesherriff3987 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m compelled to send extra love to drown out the thoughts of any haters. I’ve been watching your videos for over a decade. I’ve changed, you’ve changed…but your authenticity has been unwavering. The best part has been introducing my kids to your content. There’s future generations of beard lovers who need you. Thank you for sharing you, your amazing family, and your life with the world. (p.s. I LOVE it when the coffee’s done!)

  • @MrKraddock
    @MrKraddock 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I love how wheezy is unapologetically himself. In a world where we need to feel like we are worthy, he proves that the best way to succeed is by your own metrics of happiness and nothing else

  • @ravenovatechnologies6554
    @ravenovatechnologies6554 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was genuine. Funny, self aware, inflectious (It's got a nice ring to it eh?) Deep, and very human. I felt this. I've been very seriously contemplating starting a podcast, which would be a huge leap for me. After seeing this, maybe it's a journey I do need to take. Thank you, can't wait to see where you end up. I'm glad to see you found something that speaks to your soul.

  • @williandalsoto806
    @williandalsoto806 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've been watching you since that 1000th video went viral, I have long time ago stopped watching the channel that recommend your video, but never stopped watching you. It's just so nice to see you and Chyna living your relatively normal life, feels like you're part of my own life. Maybe not as friends but as acquaintances that I see every once in a while and hear about how things are going.

  • @RaLeLu
    @RaLeLu 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for not quitting yet! And now I finally understand why your videos didn't show up on my Page for quite a while. 10 years ago I watched every of your videos and then I wasn't on TH-cam for a while. When I came back I didn't really see any videos of my old subscriptions and just quite a while after that I "re-discovered" that you're still making videos. Glad you didn't stop because of the slower growth (which is probably mainly due to the algorithm because your videos are always high quality content: funny, inspirering, interesting). Greetings from the other side of the big pond~

  • @andream3568
    @andream3568 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    FOR what its worth, a month later.... I love your channel, been watching since long before you were a parent.. but sometime after you two were married.. before you moved, and love all your challenges. it inspired me to do challenges myself. I even bought a new book to keep track of my 30 day challenges and journal about them. And then never started :D "why do people love procrastinating?" wait, you already just did that one :) I really learn stuff from you and love the humor. please never quit youtube.

  • @AwesomeTyme
    @AwesomeTyme 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    When I was obsessed with youtube in my high school days, you were my absolute favourite channel (you even gave me a shoutout early on that made my year)! I have moved on from it myself, but glad to see you are still on here and killing it!

  • @Jackie4nier
    @Jackie4nier 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I don't remember when I subscribed to your channel but I know it was a long time ago (I just looked it up and it was 9 yrs ago). I don't always watch your videos, because I'm just one person with only 24 hours in a day and there's just too much content that I want to watch that I just can't watch it all, especially since I do need to sleep, and work, and spend time with my family, but I do get a little happier every time I see that you're still making videos. Glad you're still here doing what you enjoy!

  • @addier.1834
    @addier.1834 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Dude I’ve literally been watching you since like 2012 it is insane how much you’ve grown and changed. You’ve been my favorite since I was 11. Also DPC stan for life #slay

    • @MrFallingcats
      @MrFallingcats 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I just posted the same comment as you did. Wonderful to see another person of culture. I don't know you but we have something in common. All the best to you, fellow beard lover.

    • @Hockeyluke1042
      @Hockeyluke1042 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same here! Been watching since 2012 when I was a kid. Now I’m 25, got a degree, got a adult life. Wheezy waiter has been the only constant

    • @MrFallingcats
      @MrFallingcats 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Hockeyluke1042 hey same here! Music degrees still count as degrees right? I'd say Craig was the only constant but I also have been a nerdfighter the whole time too but connected teams I'd say

  • @ThisIsMyFullName
    @ThisIsMyFullName 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've always believed that loving what you do makes you better at it. That's also what I tell younger people: Spend the most time figuring out what you're passionate about, just explore everything that peaks your interest, and then embrace what you love to do. We live in a time when young people are constantly encourage to make difficult life choices despite not really knowing who they are, and it should really be the other way around. When you know who you are, you will see everything ells more clearly.
    Anyway, congrats on 15 years Craig. Hope you'll do 15 more!

  • @yawningmarmot
    @yawningmarmot 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've been subscribed to your channel since about 2012 and I've seen all (and I mean all) of your videos. You also introduced me to PoPS which has been an inspiration to me as an amateur filmmaker. And while the newer format of your videos is not as comedic as the old one with clones and news, I still find the new videos fun to watch. Everything changes, I guess, but it's nice that you are still creating. Wish you luck!

  • @ShadowClaw36i
    @ShadowClaw36i 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i don’t know how long i’ve been here but I know it was at least since i was in high school back in like 2010. For the longest time and even til now you have been my favorite youtuber/influencer or whatever. I remember I wrote an essay back in high school about Buckminster Fuller because of your band! And I remember meeting you at the Philly D live event in chicago however many years ago and you really had to pee and I felt bad asking you for a picture but you were really cool about it lol. Thanks for being so great Craig!

    • @wheezywaiter
      @wheezywaiter  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I remember this. It was great to meet you! I hope you got a good grade on that essay!

  • @brucetidwell7715
    @brucetidwell7715 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    From someone who has been contemplating the insane idea of starting a TH-cam channel for the past eight months or so, Thank You! That was actually rather encouraging. Although, I really hope I can get more than 32 viewers in less than 100 videos. Total props for the way you segued into you sponsorship without even wasting a breath! That was slick.

  • @PieniPingviini
    @PieniPingviini 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Been subscribed for 10+ years and I still revisit your old videos from time to time. They never fail to make me laugh. Thanks for everything you've done and continue to do!

  • @watz03
    @watz03 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    your ideas, personality / demeanor , transparency , involvement of your family (those legendary oscar worthy parents of yours, love them) are all an unique mix content that i can associate just with your channel (if am ignorant of other similar channels, am happy to be so) and definitely offer both tangible and intangible values to my day to day. your youtube presence makes a difference. Even if the viewer feedbacks are not what your looking for or with which you shape your content (rightfully so) , i strongly believe the million subscribers and 10s of millions yet to come are glad to have you in this community.

  • @UpLateGeek
    @UpLateGeek 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hey Craig, I'm glad you're doing ok, and still doing this. Congratulations on the 15 years of making videos here.

  • @Britt1586
    @Britt1586 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I am so thankful that you still do the TH-cam thing, Craig. All these years later, and the content on this channel still makes me laugh and brings me joy. Thank you and Chyna for everything you do. It may sound corny, but y'all really bring light to my life and I know I can't be the only one. So, thank y'all for that!

  • @isthistheninthcircleofhell9929
    @isthistheninthcircleofhell9929 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I live on a little island in the caribbean and I've been subscribed since I was 17, I'm in my 30s now and what even is time. I'm glad you're still here, it's nice to have some consistency in a very inconsistent world. Cheers!

  • @O.oo123-i4e
    @O.oo123-i4e 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    One of the few channels that I miss and “crave” often . Thank you @wheezywaiter.

  • @kbcontentfulfillmentprogra6380
    @kbcontentfulfillmentprogra6380 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've been watching your videos since 2009ish. Since way back in the free bagel friday days. When you mentioned that you were 27 in your first video (the same age I am now) it made me realize that despite feeling like I'm going nowhere and at the end of my rope sometimes, I might still be able to find my something that gives me purpose. Its not too late for anybody. So thank you for making this video. I've always felt like you were my cool uncle that could always make me laugh and got me through a lot of hard times. Keep on being you Craig. You have more 'influence' than you realize.

  • @sanyo_neezy
    @sanyo_neezy 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's unbelievable that I've been subscribed to you for over 10 years already! I have probably watched every single one of your videos :D
    I found your channel on 9GAG where I saw a video on wedgies you did and I liked your English and your dumb humor xD You really, really helped me get a lot more fluent and understand everyday language as opposed to just what you learn in school. I am really glad you stuck around through everything!

  • @ratsofftoya6775
    @ratsofftoya6775 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    As a casual observer and mostly recent subscriber, I think you are doing exactly what you do best, which is why I subscribed. Thank the algorithm. Keep on doing whatever you want to do!

  • @MrMacgamut
    @MrMacgamut 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Been here for 12 of those 15 years. Your videos and topics might have changed a little, but you my friend are still my favorite content-maker-creator-writer-comedian-on-this-website-that-videos-are-uploaded-on-to. Thank you for all your hard work.
    -A loyal fan

  • @lainwakura
    @lainwakura 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have been with you for all these 15 years of youtube. And I plan on being with you, for 15 more. Congratulations, Craig :).

  • @kristinvanleuven
    @kristinvanleuven 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I can’t tell you how much this video helped me! Thank you!

  • @rafaelarevalo8047
    @rafaelarevalo8047 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    i think what people are attracted to the most really is you. in following always what you've wanted to do at that moment you have imprinted a memory of your life at every point. i think that retrospective is fascinating and i truly think we just like you as a human being and the long scale view we see of your life through your art. just craig living his life exploring the world. like how rad is that? i hope you keep creating for many years to come.

  • @Getatron
    @Getatron 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    That point of authenticity is probably why I keep coming back to this channel. That, and also Craig's just amusing in a wholesome way, parent that he is. Not making me laugh out loud, but making me smile and making me feel content.

  • @CTEMmm
    @CTEMmm 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I bought like 3 pairs of your shoes way back in the day, and they came inside these drawstring bags that i still use to this day. I remember when those shoes came out like it was yesterday haha, I have watched you for so so long. I'm so, so, so glad that you have never left youtube, and instead have evolved your content. You're a youtube staple as far as I am concerned, timeless and wonderful. Thanks for all you have done and all the content youve made!

  • @BeccaSnowflake
    @BeccaSnowflake 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I cannot believe it's been 15 years!! I decided to look back and see what the first video I remember watching was. It was the 2009 P4A Video you did. I'm glad I have had the opportunity to be around for almost 13 years. I can't wait to stick around for another 13! Congrats, Craig!

  • @christyguy59
    @christyguy59 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi from the Highlands, Scotland. I really love your videos! Easily my favourite youtuber, and I love recommending you to others!! You make me want to be a better person!

  • @louisgentilucci1188
    @louisgentilucci1188 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm glad to have you entered into my life via TH-cam. And your experience as a content creator is very unique. It's been a pleasure watching you become a video craftsman.

  • @cousinmajin
    @cousinmajin 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    15 years... I've been watching you for probably 12 or 13 of those 15. So since I was in 7th grade. And I can absolutely say I've enjoyed every video. I totally remember talking to my friends and getting excited for you when you met Chyna and then you got engaged. It's crazy weird to feel so proud of someone and watch them grow up when you've never met them.
    Anyways, keep up the good work Wheezy ❤

  • @minicoopkart
    @minicoopkart 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you wheezy. This was a nice kind of summary video after being subscribed for 12 years, mostly missing a lot of videos over the last 8 years if I could be frank. Like the wheezy shoes I pointlessly bought, you stay in my closet until I remember youre there and it makes me happy.

  • @DarkSnP
    @DarkSnP 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dude I watched you years ago this channel has gone leaps since then. Keep switching up the content to keep relevant you truly know how to TH-cam. Fantastic to see you still going m8

  • @soundscape26
    @soundscape26 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I miss your "Why do people like" series... I think it was your more inventive work for the past couple years and allowed for quite the diverse and funny topics. I don't relate as much to the self-improvement kinda stuff even though I watch it the same for your analytics.
    There, after the unwanted viewer feedback, thanks for you persistence and creative honesty throughout all these years. You have really become a household name on my TH-cam feed and I'm sure on many other people's feeds too. Here's to 15 years more!

    • @wheezywaiter
      @wheezywaiter  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I do hope to do more. I just haven't found the right topics that interest me enough yet.

    • @EricaGamet
      @EricaGamet 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@wheezywaiter I also really enjoy the "Why Do People Like..." series. Mostly because I eschew so much of "what we are supposed to be doing" and I genuinely want to know what the fuss is about. Like I owned a home for a couple of years... loved the house (a custom-designed live/work loft) but hated being a homeowner. Went back to renting and I love it. Hearing why people like things like that is helpful for me personally to analyze... like am I truly missing out or do the reasons people like a thing not resonate with me. And your humor is spot on of course!

  • @patriciamckissack6702
    @patriciamckissack6702 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Unlike other TH-camrs, I actually really enjoy your sponsor clips! Everyone else just feels like they are just doing it but you are still trying to entertain your audience. Much appreciated!

  • @Tardisntimbits
    @Tardisntimbits 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I don't recall when exactly I found my first video of yours (it's been a long time though, I wasn't even named this!), but I never regretted subbing, not then, not now. It's been a pleasure being part of your journey, Craig, if only as a lurker adrift in the shadows of the comments.

  • @knate44
    @knate44 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What I really appreciate about wheezy Inc is that while you Craig has always been willing to mix things up, there was always a strong sense of sincerity, and... I want to say wholesomeness? Even with the earlier edgier stuff like the free bagle Friday tustles still had this genuine feeling of just whole hearted excitement to it.
    I've been following the alleged waiter since I was in middle school, and I appreciate the effort and ingenuity Craig was always willing to put into the channel. Be it a multi part noire epic based around the life of a discarded clone seriously investigating an ancient gag in the series, experimenting with choose your own adventure videos (which may or may not work now annotations are broken... Huh... I should check that), to proposing to a woman via a playlist, it has been a very uplifting and interesting ride.
    Thank you Craig. Don't forget to be awesome.

  • @thatswhatisaidCA
    @thatswhatisaidCA 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congrats! Have been subscribed for a few years, and as an "older" (ahem, 58 now) person on social media, I can say you've been an inspiration to me! Thank yoooooou!!! (hi from Canada) Have a great week!

  • @HaloAdmiral
    @HaloAdmiral 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely love your content man. Been watching you for about 10 years now! Brings me a lot of joy to see you still being your damn good self

  • @jenaigerman8410
    @jenaigerman8410 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Craig I really appreciate your content. It's always nice to watch your videos after a long day. Thank you for what you do.

  • @pearlhartney9
    @pearlhartney9 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Been watching your content for about 5 or 6 years. I think you are obviously doing great. Always like it when Chyna is involved as you have such great banter. Love the questioning and experimenting in new things and seeing the results as you throw yourself into the next project that we are interested in but don't necessarily want to try yet. So thank you!

  • @salsaayudia9126
    @salsaayudia9126 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dear Mr. Craig, as a 19 girl and I am inspired by one of your videos to practice giving appreciation to people. I'm rarely commenting on videos that I watched on TH-cam, because it's kinda hard for me. But I want you to know, you give so much lessons from me, you're giving fresh air for seeing and perceiving this world. You're such a brilliant influence that I can feel each message while cracking up. I sometimes hate watching 'self-improving' videos that's not realistic and put so much hindsight biasses, and you came with your own way by being real, vulnerable, engaging and inspiring at the same time. Thank you Mr. Craig! You really shaped me. Thank you for being there, giving a bunch of laughs, values, and insights. Greetings from Indonesia!!

  • @QuietPenguinGaming
    @QuietPenguinGaming 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You hooked me years ago with your 'Gary & Me' videos. I found those skits hilarious - they are my exact sense of humour.
    It's been really interesting following your journey. Thanks for making my days a bit brighter!

  • @coal.sparks
    @coal.sparks 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congrats on never "hitting it big." The older I get, the more that sounds like a curse along the lines of living in interesting times. I think your resistance to reflecting the audiences wants/needs and your focus on what makes you happy is what draws audience in. You seem like one of us (one of us! one of us!) and if you can quit sugar for a month maybe we ca... well, let's not go that far. You did it FOR us so we don't have to. Thanks, @WheezyWaiter! :D

  • @PogieJoe
    @PogieJoe 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    As a much smaller TH-camr than you, I appreciate you putting into words why we keep chugging along! It's good to take breaks as someone who doesn't do this as a job, but it feels like something I'll always keep returning to eventually. I'm glad a few of the people I've been following since my childhood are still there chugging along too.

  • @c0urtneyk
    @c0urtneyk 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Craig, I only recently discovered your channel thanks to the algorithm. I got on a self improvement kick a few months ago and your videos were so much more entertaining than the other channels, so I subscribed. I always read the comments and can see how many people have been supportive of you for years just for being yourself, and that says a lot. I hope you continue to make videos for years to come since I only just found you! :)

  • @danielm.4737
    @danielm.4737 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    As a long time fan, I would be gutted to see you ever go. You've been an endless source of laughs and motivation for years.
    Thank you Craig

  • @KevinKolbe
    @KevinKolbe 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can't remember if I commented or not (if I did, I'm not a bot, just really moved by your video!) - this was so, so, so good and timely too. Really appreciate you sharing and dang, what an entertaining video too. Kudos and thanks!

  • @0MrCreepY
    @0MrCreepY 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You mentioning that its been 15 years made me realize just how long i've been enjoying your videos. Changed a lot over the years but I've enjoyed seeing what you make each time

  • @bethalpert2376
    @bethalpert2376 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are a true comedian. We are your audience. Sometimes I watch your videos becuz laughter is the best medicine. And you qnd your family helps me feel better. Thank you for what you do.

  • @stephanieyoung9289
    @stephanieyoung9289 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Proud of you Craig! I love your videos. You are so genuine and unique. So lucky to see you grow over the years. Much love to you and your family.

  • @MrThebeast115
    @MrThebeast115 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I grew up watching your videos. I'm truly thankful you're still making content and ill sill be here watching and growing

  • @notional6528
    @notional6528 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I haven’t watched your videos in about 8 years, but I’m about to start catching up lol

  • @writtenincode_
    @writtenincode_ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I've been subbed for awhile and, now that I think about it, I don't rememeber when I first found your channel or what video caught my attention or even who you are and what you do or why I'm here or what my name is or am I really alive or am I just coasting on autopilot until the next video is uploaded or even if this is all a dream to begin with OH MY GOD

    • @wheezywaiter
      @wheezywaiter  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Take a breath. Google your name. You'll probably figure it out.

    • @writtenincode_
      @writtenincode_ 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@wheezywaiter Thanks for the suggestion. Turns out my name is "I'm Feeling Lucky". Thanks Craig!

  • @ohangalosambe
    @ohangalosambe 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for sticking around your videos have been such a source of joy

  • @NiinaSKlove
    @NiinaSKlove 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You're the real deal! That's why so many people, including me, enjoy watching your videos! 😎

  • @Jimmyzation
    @Jimmyzation 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    And I sure am glad you have not quit. Your videos are amazing and I always have to find a moment to watch them.

  • @GamesWithArty
    @GamesWithArty 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Been watching you since at least 2011, I know because my first channel has a “Wink for Wheezy” I uploaded as a video reply way back in the day. You’ve come a long way since working at the Big Bowl. Happy to watch what you’re happy to make.

  • @theconjugate5204
    @theconjugate5204 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Here’s to your next fifteen years of success! It’s been a pleasure watching you mature along with your content. Glad you do what you do. Cheers!

  • @vladimirpetroski7089
    @vladimirpetroski7089 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Never...ever stop making youtube videos, my man!!!! You're a treasure!

  • @kellyt2018
    @kellyt2018 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for continued efforts here on TH-cam. I started watching a few years ago, plan to check out your old videos,also.
    So continue these great moments, and thoughts on life. Good work!

  • @tomkakanis1756
    @tomkakanis1756 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Been watching for ten years now. I never really comment on youtube videos but just wanted to say i appreciate you, what you do, and how you do it. Thanks Wheezy :)

  • @scoa
    @scoa 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    In my life, I have hit the notifications icon on a TH-cam channel a total of maybe four times. Most channels, I don't mind missing lots of their videos. Your channel, I can't miss a video. You're just so... you, which is the best way you could be, if you ask me about you.

  • @carollollol
    @carollollol 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Why I Never Quit watching you: For work i make animation videos and i loooove being creative, but doing corporate things/ payed jobs just aren't as fun as the freedom you get with making videos in college years when i studied to become animator.
    And I love the freedom you take for your videos, and the funny you make them and the fun you have making them. That really appeals to me, cos that was the kind of spirit we had 'way back in the day', to just think of an idea and go do it. No stupid clients wining about stuff. :) No ten thousand rules you had to stick to.
    YOU ROCK!

  • @SoRk124578
    @SoRk124578 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    i always foget that you exist and yt wont push me your content but im truly happy to see that you still are here and are still entertain me. please never leave. long time follower of you. keept dis thingy alive.

  • @dudleydursley5411
    @dudleydursley5411 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I actually discovered this channel from an online college summer class I took in 2020 about energy consumption. The class showed your video you did with Matt about solar power on The Good Stuff. I loved your guy's sense of humor so I subscribed to WheezyWaiter and WheezyNews and you've easily become my favorite youtuber on the platform ever since. I know you just talked about not paying too close of attention to audience retention and mostly trying to do stuff you enjoy. But seeing as you enjoy playing video games, I would love to watch videos of you reviewing games that you're playing on your free time. I'm not really into watching livestreaming or let's plays but I like watching youtubers who aren't gaming channels occasionally talk about games (because they tend to be more casual gamers like me and I find it more relatable). And as I traverse the lands between atop my goat horse on my quest to become Elden Lord, or tending to my caviar farm in Stardew Valley, or other video game reference, I often think, "I wonder what Craig thinks of this game?" Maybe this would be better content for WheezyNews, but either way, some reviews would be a lot of fun. (I'm a 24 year old male if you're wondering how my opinion fits into your average demographic of viewers).

  • @kazumakz
    @kazumakz 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've been enjoying your videos for a while now! Can't wait to see your movie hope you get to do that in the near future. Thank you for not quitting TH-cam.

  • @thomasbuley
    @thomasbuley 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I didn’t start watching until pretty recently but I love your videos and they have inspired me to try and do my own videos! Thanks for being rad Craig!!

  • @pameladaley955
    @pameladaley955 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    AWESOME, CRAIG!! I love when you're silly, I love when you're thoughtful and insightful - love it all I guess. THANX

  • @chrizbie
    @chrizbie 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your videos mean a lot to me Craig, I've been watching your channel forever and I've sort of grown into a dad with you at the same time, I love your jilted sense of humor and sincerity, your family is really awesome too! As long as you keep makin' stuff I'll take all of it you got

  • @katbloo3333
    @katbloo3333 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for your perspective on the creative space. I get good comfort from it. Please keep producing otherwise I'll have nothing to watch.

  • @jebjim9391
    @jebjim9391 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another reason you shouldn't quit is i just found your channel and I wouldn't have if you quit. And I'm sure there will be a million more people who haven't discovered your channel yet and have the same appreciation for your humor.
    Also, some of your video's are really impactful for our lives. For instance, you motivated me to make a couple major changes, like intermittent fasting and you inspired me to make a TH-cam channel (completely unrelated to your channel).

  • @Knightwrath333
    @Knightwrath333 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Seeing your band in person was one of the best concert experiences of my life! Thank you for all the good times over the years!

  • @jlammetje
    @jlammetje 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Glad you mentioned seeing it as your job. I get so tired of all those TH-camrs saying “I need to quit TH-cam (for a while), it’s so hard”. Yeah, people need vacations from their jobs, but you don’t need to make a dramatic announcement of it!

  • @QOTCPcf
    @QOTCPcf 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for this video. I've been running a twitch channel for 2 years now, and it's hard to avoid thinking that I need to make it profitable as quickly as possible to make it worth continuing. Needed a reminder that it's also worth it to just work on a fun & enjoyable project w friends :)

  • @Cursed_Jono
    @Cursed_Jono 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    hey Craig, I've been around for years and while I dropped off for a bit and only watch occasionally now, I'm happy you're still here!
    Seeing you go through all that stuff from back in the day, including the Clones Saga, Shi**rt, Platoon of Power Squadron(which I'm still bummed kinda flickered out tbh), and the tours, which I wish DPC would come out to Aus at some point, though that's definitely a pipedream at this point, considering the family and other responsibilities, it's been nice to see how your content has changed over the years, and how you've grown! I hope you're still here for many years to come!
    On a semi-related note, just a quick question: Why is the Driftless Pony Club stuff not readily available on most streaming services? I WANT TO LISTEN TO YOUR MUSIC ON THE GO DAMMIT!