TDIHS #14 | History with Kayleigh: From Dropout to Full-Time YouTuber

In this episode of The David Ian Howe Show, I sit down with Kayleigh from History with Kayleigh for an honest, wide-ranging conversation about history, YouTube, and the grit it takes to turn passion into a career. We cover everything from growing up in the Netherlands without air conditioning, to navigating YouTube’s algorithms, to building a channel from scratch while overcoming serious health challenges. Kayleigh opens up about her journey from high school dropout to full-time history creator, the realities of sponsorships, audience demographics, and the fine art of making thumbnails that actually get clicked. Along the way, we talk about the male gaze in history media, the stubbornness of internet comment sections, why you should just start if you want to make videos, and how to keep going when your dream project flops. Whether you’re a history nerd, aspiring creator, or just curious about the behind-the-scenes life of a YouTuber, this conversation is packed with insight, humor, and no-nonsense advice. Topics include: Life in the Netherlands & cultural quirks How Kayleigh started History with Kayleigh Dealing with health challenges & disability The highs and lows of YouTube growth Algorithm tips, SEO, and sponsorships Representation of women in history media Staying authentic despite online criticism Advice for new creators Connect with Kayleigh: YouTube: History with Kayleigh Instagram: @historywithkayleigh _________________________________________ Explore more of this pack: - Subscribe for more comedic anthropology & canine culture -New videos every other Saturday Watch next: North02 Interview: https://youtu.be/n9KqdAyFb7s _________________________________________ Connect & Join the Pack: Instagram www.instagram.com/ethnocynology Dive deeper / Learn more: Website: www.davidianhowe.com (Contact, merch & more) Lecture archive • Podcasts • Shop • Contact Support the Show: Become a Patron: https://patreon.com/davidianhowe?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Join the Discord: Ethnocynology https://discord.gg/WQSt39jHTg __________________________________________________________________________________ #Anthropology #DogsInCulture #Ethnocynology #Science #Comedian #archaeology #standupcomedy #standup #comedypodcast #comedian #archaeologist