27: Saffron Barker: Dealing With Hate, Building My Dream Home, Family, Podcasting & Gymshark

Saffron Barker started uploading to YouTube at 15-years-old and it didn’t take long for her to capture the attention of viewers. Ever since, she has consistently uploaded weekly vlogs that provide an intimate glimpse into her family's life.In this episode, Saffron opens up about a time when it all became too much and the impact it had on her loved ones. She explains how she adapted to find a healthier balance, and created a way of working that has allowed her to stay consistent and reach the level of success she has. 00:00 - 02:12 What inspires Saffron02:12 - 07:14 Saffron's dreams of being a pop-star07:15 - 11:10 First YouTube video11:10 - 13:55 When YouTube became a career option13:55 - 19:15 The impact it's had on her and her family19:15 - 21:10 Managing money21:10 - 23:30 Building her dream home23:30 - 29:17 How a career as a creator has changed29:17 - 35:33 Dealing with negativity and cancel culture 35:33 - 39:28 Working with GymShark39:28 - 43:53 Working with Spotify on a podcast43:53 - 46:00 Saffron's goals going forward 46:00 - 47:30 Saffron's advice to her 15-year-old self47:30 - The creators Saffron lovesSaffron's favourite creators:Wendy BarkerJed BarkerCasey BarkerThis episode is sponsored by Viewture. Providing up-front funding for content creators.You can find more UNBOXED content on social @unboxedwithjordan.A Listen production, with Arcade Media.