Meta Rolls Back Fact Checking and David Dobrik Returns, feat. Adam Conner

Today Josh is joined by temporary co-host Adam Conner (long-time producer of Creator Upload). We kick off 2025 with a few major headlines about ad networks rising to compete with YouTube and big fact check changes at Meta...oh, and by the way, a huge YouTube star has returned.New year, same us!Here's what we covered today:There are many ways to contribute to victims of the LA Fires. One mentioned on today's show is via Airbnb. More on that here.Comcast just made a platform to "steal" ad dollars from YouTube - TubefilterHoney's business model is "an adpocalypse all day every day" for creators. LegalEagle just filed a class action suit to get them paid. - TubefilterIs the Honey influencer marketing scam an isolated incident or a sign of a bigger problem? - TubefilterMeta axes fact-checking program, is working with Trump administration to "promote free expression" - TubefilterMeta’s Fact-Checking Reversal Ups Ante for YouTube — The InformationDavid Dobrik is vlogging on YouTube again - TubefilterNick DiGiovanni is trying a new recipe for YouTube content - TubefilterCaleb Pressley and Glenny Balls leave Barstool and take Sundae Conversation with them - DexertoTikTok Shop Rival Whatnot Raises Funds at $5 Billion Valuation - Bloomberg If you liked producer Adam on the show, follow him here. Creator Upload Socials:YOUTUBEINSTAGRAMTIKTOK