Twitch is transforming into a political arena. Hasan Piker is at the forefront.
Twitch is transforming into a political arena. Hasan Piker is at the forefront.
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Twitch is transforming into a political arena. Hasan Piker is at the forefront.
I'm a fan and catch YT recaps of topics he covers that I find interesting.
I will say though that he, as a political influencer, is beholden to his target demographic in the same way that Fox News captivates/gets held captive by its more fervent supporters. It's a crude analogy, but my understanding is that the ideals of journalism is to follow the news, while influencers follow the engagement.
It is interesting getting his insights and hearing a knowledgeable person speak on the issues, but it isn't the same as getting news from a true blue journalist imo
I can't say I've watched anything more than clips of him really. And some pretty poor logic in many instances. Some of his biggest shit takes tend to center around china etc. Largely because he's trying to court the leninist/tank space. A bad idea.
Though ironically your comments almost exactly mirror those of another political youtuber. Vaush. I don't watch all that much of him either. Just again Clips every once in awhile. He has his own issues. But doesn't change his views to be popular like Hasan. Whether that's good or bad.
I agree re: China. Terrible takes.
Yeah, I also seem to remember being a fan and then continually being surprised by his shit takes. That tracks with what I experienced.
I don't watch Vaush often but I like what I have seen from him.