William Stephenson: Spymaster

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  • @Biographics
    @Biographics  ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Check out Squarespace: squarespace.com/biographics for 10% off on your first purchase of a website/domain using the code BIOGRAPHICS

    • @Chris-xz8fm
      @Chris-xz8fm ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Why would Simon give up this channel it has 2.36M subs and the last one Simon did got 200k views since the change nothing has cracked 80k. The only channels he should have gave up was “TopTen” but Simon still should do a couple from time to time and someone else could do “Geo Graphics” “Brain Blaze” and “Side Projects” and if that doesn’t take enough work off of Simons plate maybe let someone try “ into the shadows “or split up “Mega projects” in 1/2 with Simon and someone else. I think Simon has to host at least “Today I Found Out” “Bio graphics” “war graphics” “the casual criminalist”. Like especially from a financial aspect it’s gotta be killing this channel they don’t even get as many views. I don’t mean to sound mean to this guy he seems like a nice dude. But even if it’s an interesting subject I can’t get into watching much of it he loses me a few minutes in.

    • @lukeamato423
      @lukeamato423 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      William Stephenson spent many Sundays in Oshawa Ontario a few miles away from camp x at the McLaughlin manor. Same place Billy Madison was filmed. With the officers training at camp x. Now known as Parkwood estate

  • @chriskline3159
    @chriskline3159 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    I want to see Karl do a Biographics video on Simon!!!

  • @benjaminepstein5856
    @benjaminepstein5856 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    To echo some previous comments, Karl, you seem to have gotten more comfortable in the hosting role for this channel and it shows. I'm enjoying the more natural delivery and getting Karl being Karl and not Simon. Thanks to you and the production staff for doing all you do!

  • @anthonyfrench3169
    @anthonyfrench3169 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You're getting more relaxed into this role. I'd prefer permanent rather than interim host. You're doing a good job man

  • @ethanramos4441
    @ethanramos4441 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    “This is the wonderful thing about espionage, nothing more exists any more”
    William Stephenson

  • @ignitionfrn2223
    @ignitionfrn2223 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    1:50 - Chapter 1 - The early years & WWI
    6:15 - Mid roll ads
    9:15 - Chapter 2 - I spy
    14:15 - Chapter 3 - The BSC
    18:30 - Chapter 4 - The man they call intrepid
    21:50 - Chapter 5 - Life after the war
    24:30 - Conclusion

  • @Jipper1984
    @Jipper1984 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    "I'm not as aerodynamic as Simon" lmao. Your alright:)

  • @masong-browett3249
    @masong-browett3249 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    you're getting a lot better Karl I'm here for it

  • @myhandlewastakenandIgaveup
    @myhandlewastakenandIgaveup ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Great job Karl. You are steadily smoothing out your performances on this channel.

  • @billbattershill6527
    @billbattershill6527 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    According to the Manitoba Dept. of Vital Statistics, William Samuel Clouston Stanger was born Jan. 23, 1897.

  • @sbsstorytelling
    @sbsstorytelling ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I think you're doing well, Karl. You're growing into your role in a fine manner. I wish I had more tips, but am happy with how you're doing things. You and your Fact Fiend crew!
    Speaking of FF, how many damn episodes do you have on Spider Man? Holy crap it's a LOT, lol

    • @Biographics
      @Biographics  ปีที่แล้ว

      The man loves Spider-Man!

  • @LordMarcus
    @LordMarcus ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I remember when you were just a dude with a premise and a green screen. Didn't know you'd signed on with Simon, let alone that you escaped his basement.

  • @travellingwithjeff
    @travellingwithjeff ปีที่แล้ว +5

    ok karl, your growing on me....I can see you getting more comfortable as time goes on......well done, keep up the great work.

  • @aq5426
    @aq5426 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    You are doing just fine, Karl! I love your laid-back style. :) Besides, Simon's got a ton of other channels where I can watch him, so no worries :D

  • @paul77895
    @paul77895 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    The format for this channel has gone from professional and clean to a bro podcast

  • @Jobe00
    @Jobe00 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    While you aren't Simon, you shouldn't try to be. Be you.
    You are a fine presenter of these videos. Keep it up.

  • @TheSilvert8008
    @TheSilvert8008 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Great Vid; smoothness comes with time and to be honest I don't perceive anything that's I'd find distracting from the videos. I like your style Karl, you keep doing you! Cheers!

  • @philread7668
    @philread7668 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Great delivery Carl. I think you are a very good presenter. Getting betterer and betterer.

  • @dewforpolitics
    @dewforpolitics ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It’s time to do a biographic video on Jerry Lawson who created the technology that paved the way for modern gaming.

  • @FRANCISJPERIERASANTOS
    @FRANCISJPERIERASANTOS ปีที่แล้ว +1

    No inclusion of Ian Fleming, the author of the 007 books and a member of ww II
    British intelligence ??

  • @Clipgatherer
    @Clipgatherer ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Stephenson _did_ get a movie about his career: ”A Man Called Intrepid” (1982) where he was portrayed by David Niven. That, BTW, was Niven’s last film.

    • @stephenchappell7512
      @stephenchappell7512 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It was a lot earlier than that being
      filmed in 78 and released in 79
      I should know as I was an extra

  • @dianayoder1285
    @dianayoder1285 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You should do a story on the Pathfinders, who during WW2 helped Shephard lost pilots

  • @evandempster6460
    @evandempster6460 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Please do a video about Ernest Shackleton

  • @iarissei
    @iarissei ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love your presentation. F the haters, Karl, you're just as good as Simon.

  • @chrisvanmeijl9047
    @chrisvanmeijl9047 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    As someone born and raised in Manitoba, and who is very interested in history, I can't believe I never knew about him!

  • @goldeye1958
    @goldeye1958 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    He addressed my University Graduation in Winnipeg, his hometown in 1980. There is street named after him also.

  • @ElicBehexan
    @ElicBehexan ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Well, I don't know about your detractors, but this old lady in Texas LOVES your accent!

    • @TM-yn4iu
      @TM-yn4iu ปีที่แล้ว +1

      And this old man in Texas likes his video/presentation

  • @ArchangelXCI
    @ArchangelXCI ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Can we get a Henry Kissinger biography? I also enjoy the kings and pharaohs series. Would be great to expand to other cultures too such as some of the ancient Indian kingdoms, the Khmer, the khans, the various Chinese dynasties etc.

  • @murrayscott9546
    @murrayscott9546 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hats off ! Your doin fine. Ain't easy being just who we are, sometimes.

  • @trumpetmom8924
    @trumpetmom8924 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I never knew that Roald Dahl was a spy. If Biographics doesn’t have a video on Dahl, please consider making one!

  • @danielsantiagourtado3430
    @danielsantiagourtado3430 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Love your work karl! Keep going! Please consider Athelstan the Glorious! The first king of england

  • @Jayjay-qe6um
    @Jayjay-qe6um ปีที่แล้ว +1

    In 1979 Stephenson was portrayed by David Niven in the miniseries A Man Called Intrepid, based on William Stevenson's bestseller, A Man Called Intrepid.

  • @Dirtybirdy406
    @Dirtybirdy406 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    Why isn't Simon doing biographics anymore?

    • @smugs7921
      @smugs7921 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      Consider the sheer number of channels that he has worked and runs. I would not be surprised if he was on the way to getting burn out or potentially was unhappy with the quality of the videos coming out so he stepped back to focus on the ones he wanted to run and handed others to people he deemed the best replacement. There could be a menagerie of reasons.

    • @Dirtybirdy406
      @Dirtybirdy406 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@smugs7921 I was kind of figuring that, because ya home boy does have a shit ton of content so I could see the burn out. Just was curious cause it went from being interim host to now just host.

    • @badluck5647
      @badluck5647 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Simon's focus is the cold read channels

    • @agentk1073
      @agentk1073 ปีที่แล้ว +35

      It was never actually Simons channel in the first place, he was just the host
      The owner of the channel then died as ownership passed to his daughter who by her own admission did a poor job of managing the channel.
      Simon then left this and a few other channel to focus on his own work

    • @Dirtybirdy406
      @Dirtybirdy406 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@agentk1073 that makes a ton of sense!

  • @Lionesse-z41553
    @Lionesse-z41553 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I think you're doing great!

  • @danielsantiagourtado3430
    @danielsantiagourtado3430 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Amazing video as always! Suggestion: Leopold I of belgium, he lead such an interesting life!😊😊😊❤❤❤❤

  • @Panthror
    @Panthror ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Also the Canadians using something called 'Hydra' against the Nazi's is funny because in Marvel comics Hydra is a secret Nazi research group lead by Captain America villain the Red Skull.

  • @SpectacularDisaster
    @SpectacularDisaster ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I like Karl. He's a good host who doesn't try to just copy Simon. I'll keep watching these.

  • @pamelamays4186
    @pamelamays4186 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Suggestion: Henry Kissinger, FINALLY!

  • @steveconti3966
    @steveconti3966 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I not only like Simon and still watch him , I watch you sir since you've sat in the chair . I not only not want to see what will happen , I want to see a different take on the show in its offering . I so far am not displeased nor feel I will be in the foreseeable future . Thanks for the entertainment and work everyone does there .

  • @susanmiller7472
    @susanmiller7472 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    YOU'RE DOING GREAT. SIMON IS SIMON, AND WE LOVE HIM.
    WE CAN LOVE YOU, AS WELL. THE SCRIPTS ARE ALWAYS WORTH IT.

  • @gokeefe
    @gokeefe ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm not saying "Simon Whistler" sounds like a spy name, but I'm not not saying it either, and I'm also not saying that is why he's no longer hosting biographics.

  • @isakstridh5553
    @isakstridh5553 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do one with Charles XII🙏🏻

  • @theavandenberg6876
    @theavandenberg6876 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You're doing well Karl. Just stay as close to yourself as you can.

  • @Dumpsterfiregrace
    @Dumpsterfiregrace ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Happy to have you here Not Simon....I mean Karl. 😂 🥰✌️

  • @MetaphonicEDM
    @MetaphonicEDM ปีที่แล้ว

    Yoooo its Brad! Oh and Karl? Lets go fact fiend crew!!

  • @randomcon123
    @randomcon123 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Think this new guy just talks too much nonsense… “Hydra… we just thought it was cool” uh man

  • @gunntom97
    @gunntom97 ปีที่แล้ว

    Could we get one on Gi Hyeong-do he was a korean poet 1960-1989 his story is a really interesting one but very obscure

  • @Rodneythor
    @Rodneythor ปีที่แล้ว

    I love the sponsor square face.

  • @xXScissorHandsXx
    @xXScissorHandsXx ปีที่แล้ว

    That bit @21:06 had me rolling, what a grab 😜

  • @zu_1455
    @zu_1455 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well done! Great episode

  • @jaytrace1006
    @jaytrace1006 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Never. EVER! Wear that pink & blue jacket again.

    • @TM-yn4iu
      @TM-yn4iu ปีที่แล้ว

      Ever, ever. Ever...

  • @sethrenaud8647
    @sethrenaud8647 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I would recommend everyone read the book 'The True Intrepid' by Bill MacDonald. There is also a book codenamed simply 'The Bible' which recorded the incredible exploits of Stephenson and the BSC. There are only a few copies still kept under tight wraps.
    Bill also started the Cold War. So much kisses in this video!

  • @resiliencewithin
    @resiliencewithin ปีที่แล้ว

    Biographics, could you consider a podcast?

  • @Provocateur3
    @Provocateur3 ปีที่แล้ว

    About 3 years ago the channel BBC Reel did a vid claiming a Serbian named Dustov Popov was the inspiration for Fleming's James Bond. So i'm guessing Ian was inspired by more than one spook?

  • @dethrocker
    @dethrocker ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sorry guys im out...good luck buddy

  • @nigelcowie6883
    @nigelcowie6883 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm enjoying yiur stuff already😂

  • @colinnz
    @colinnz ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Just isn't the same without simon

    • @seanmcgrath7700
      @seanmcgrath7700 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Yeah these ads are sad

    • @Glamosapien
      @Glamosapien ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Eh? Im here to learn

    • @user-eh6th9wj5k
      @user-eh6th9wj5k ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Karl’s doing great! Go away you troll.

    • @cxh7184
      @cxh7184 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I think Karl is doing a great job! And we can get Simon through his other channels.
      Does anyone know why he has passed the biographics baton to Karl? Is he just so busy with his other channels?

    • @elijaheasterday9373
      @elijaheasterday9373 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Karl has been good but what happened to Simon? Didn’t watch for awhile and now he’s just gone?

  • @ChristineWaters
    @ChristineWaters ปีที่แล้ว

    Missed the anteater today. ;) Thanks for another informative vid!

  • @murrayscott9546
    @murrayscott9546 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sorry Smallwood. Was watchin a Simon on Tupac and posted a a comment referring to you as Goodwood. After all it's not what you got, it's how you use it ! Anyways part of his rant was internet feuds and how they're sometimes used to fuel the publicity machine. I suggested that you and he start one ! Maybe a rap-battle to follow ! Of course the winner will be pre-determined. All the best fights are but it will serve to increase your profile. I can't see any loser in this ! All I want is my my 10% for publicity, promotion an merch. Andan option on T.V. , film, etc. Yours, Truly.

  • @ray-ow3uk
    @ray-ow3uk ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Any coincidence that he looks exactly like Piers Morgan 🤔

    • @Biographics
      @Biographics  ปีที่แล้ว

      And a new conspiracy has been born.

  • @Dgarig665
    @Dgarig665 ปีที่แล้ว

    Think you're doing fine Karl.

  • @iwuvu5940
    @iwuvu5940 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We miss Simon

  • @andrewswift2727
    @andrewswift2727 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I see you guys are big fans of Indy Neidell's World War II channel too, he did this story last week too.
    Isn't it a GREAT channel?

    • @TheJefers123
      @TheJefers123 ปีที่แล้ว

      No it's shit 😂 I prefer Karl and Simon

  • @edvin884
    @edvin884 ปีที่แล้ว

    Who are you, and where is Simon?

  • @RobertBernard-s8m
    @RobertBernard-s8m ปีที่แล้ว +1

    good story karl

  • @coltoncouch7599
    @coltoncouch7599 ปีที่แล้ว

    We need the fact boy

  • @Hamzakhan-dt3gv
    @Hamzakhan-dt3gv ปีที่แล้ว

    Interesting biography

  • @TM-yn4iu
    @TM-yn4iu ปีที่แล้ว

    You are doing great! You Tube as well as any media platform which involves human presence involves a process that morphs, both in presentation and interest/viewers. Your's is a bit more complicated due to a previous host - which, solely on routine, is a challenge for viewers accustomed to... Doing great, dont measure this in moments, rather years. Thanks from TX

  • @evelyntodd9946
    @evelyntodd9946 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm happy you're not Simon. I love seeing colors and not just black or gray.

  • @AnnaAnna-uc2ff
    @AnnaAnna-uc2ff ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thankyou.

  • @murrayscott9546
    @murrayscott9546 ปีที่แล้ว

    I knew a Stanger, she pronounced it as one would Mustang.

    • @murrayscott9546
      @murrayscott9546 ปีที่แล้ว

      Funny, her name was Icelandic heritage, too. Quite a community of them, out that way. Gimli, anyone ?

    • @murrayscott9546
      @murrayscott9546 ปีที่แล้ว

      . . . and her name was Sarah, funnily enough.

  • @avalonkerr8332
    @avalonkerr8332 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Your style is quirky and fun. Don't stress.

  • @georgeosborn3223
    @georgeosborn3223 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It's STANG-er rhymes with banger (and mash)

  • @-RONNIE
    @-RONNIE ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the video

  • @kythian
    @kythian ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hail Hydra!

  • @Alucard45000
    @Alucard45000 ปีที่แล้ว

    The "So, hello" gets really old and annoying after a few videos imo, where did Simon go btw?

  • @johnransom1146
    @johnransom1146 ปีที่แล้ว

    On tear e oh. Still laughing

  • @AndyHoward
    @AndyHoward ปีที่แล้ว

    5:09 spot on mate (speaks German as a second language)

  • @daniels.2720
    @daniels.2720 ปีที่แล้ว

    "...allegedly..." = good times

  • @edwardhenseleit5887
    @edwardhenseleit5887 ปีที่แล้ว

    I back for a presenter indy neidell
    If indy becomes ill out 10k for the cha

  • @kitorme7062
    @kitorme7062 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Grow a beard and shave your head
    Kidding you're growing on me

  • @murrayscott9546
    @murrayscott9546 ปีที่แล้ว

    Like the Hydra, the Monster had to have a few hats !

  • @Tenro100
    @Tenro100 ปีที่แล้ว

    I think you can drop the intern part now

  • @murrayscott9546
    @murrayscott9546 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm such a dinosaur, sometimes I think I deserve to be dragged and dropped. Nearest tar-pit ?

  • @crabbuckets7506
    @crabbuckets7506 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If you like the sound of his name.. go follow him 😂

  • @murrayscott9546
    @murrayscott9546 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sounds likka one-man Mob !

  • @charlesrainey1076
    @charlesrainey1076 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wait, this isnt simon?

  • @CC-gg4oj
    @CC-gg4oj ปีที่แล้ว

    Stay the same!

  • @badf
    @badf ปีที่แล้ว

    Ok the Nazi's were bad and all but assuming people knew how bad before the concentration camps were discovered - which is what changed a lot of peoples minds & attitudes about the European front of the war - detracts somewhat from the piece. We shouldn't be incredulous that people, especially Americans, needed convincing prior to that.

  • @jrgaskin01
    @jrgaskin01 ปีที่แล้ว

    what's with the slightly unfed baby in the corner?

  • @gunnarelisigurjonsson2587
    @gunnarelisigurjonsson2587 ปีที่แล้ว

    So he's half Icelandic
    A viking mother 🇮🇸

  • @kgm4556
    @kgm4556 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    🇨🇦🇨🇦

  • @thecofieldcollection3792
    @thecofieldcollection3792 ปีที่แล้ว

    Suggestion. Wear the coat covering whatever it is you have done to your arm. I found myself staring at that and only half way listening to you. I am sure your arm is not what you are meaning to promote here.

  • @EGSBiographies-om1wb
    @EGSBiographies-om1wb ปีที่แล้ว

    103rd

  • @FOOTBALLeritage
    @FOOTBALLeritage ปีที่แล้ว +1

    first

  • @DonWan47
    @DonWan47 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    No Simon = no like.

  • @maxbrzezinski7775
    @maxbrzezinski7775 ปีที่แล้ว

    No Simon no views 😅

  • @irBribe
    @irBribe ปีที่แล้ว

    Simon or riot

  • @shekinah1876
    @shekinah1876 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nope it isn't the same without Simon I'm unsubscribing to ALL CHANNELS, that no longer feature Simon. I truly hope that all the great writers stand by Simon and if they don't then, thank you for the memories.
    What an idiotic decision to get rid of the best narrator on TH-cam

    • @michellemire8462
      @michellemire8462 ปีที่แล้ว

      Simon left while the new owner of the channel was grieving the loss of her father and didnt manage the channel as well as her father did

  • @richstorr1454
    @richstorr1454 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I’m on the fence. It was good. I wasn’t keen on Josh Faulkner but he’s grown on me hope smallForrest does the same 😊