Why Steezy Kane videos feel so different now

Isaiah Shepherd, a.k.a. ‪@SteezyKane‬ built a YouTube following based on prank videos - now, he’s shifting his focus to film and TV with scripted episodes inspired by shows like Atlanta and Fleabag. Jack and Isaiah sit down to discuss his bold transition from a prankster with millions of subscribers to an avant-garde screenwriter. Join us as we discuss his unique creative process, the challenges of blending scripted and real scenes, and his decision to move past the pressures of trying to please the algorithm.

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00:00 Steezy Kane Abandons the Rules of YouTube
01:07 What the f@*k, Dude?
02:25 Why Steezy Doesn’t Check His Analytics
02:58 How He Came Up With That Uncomfortable Intro
03:29 Blurring the Line Between Reality and Scripted
04:33 How Steezy Writes His Pranks
06:41 Breaking Down Steezy’s Script in Notion
09:50 The Moment Steezy’s Video Takes a Dark Turn
11:50 How Steezy Knows When He’s Gone Too Far
13:57 How to Prank Strangers While Still Being Respectful
14:34 Vlogs as Self-Expression
16:52 Steezy’s Plans Post-YouTube
18:17 The Accidental Piano Heist
21:03 How Steezy Does VO
22:21 Overcoming Social Anxiety for the Story
23:45 Balancing Creativity and Business
27:05 Steezy’s “Friendship” with Tyler
30:48 How Steezy Knows When to Go Off On A Tangent
32:24 Adventures With Diego
33:41 Finally Returning the Piano
35:25 A Bizarre Ending
38:20 Why Steezy’s Moving Away from YouTube
38:57 A Surprise Cameo!
40:33 Thanks to Steezy

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