YouTuber News: The Podcast

YouTuber News: The Podcast

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Benedict Townsend brings you all of the latest headlines from the world of online video! From the wildest beauty drama to whatever nonsense Logan Paul has been up to this week. There are jokes, interviews, plenty of surprises and, if we have time, maybe even some news. YouTuber News: Bringing you the latest online news, since 1886.

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Rat's all folks...

It is said that "all good things must come to an end", but what a stupid saying. Like... Ice cream, right? Why should ice cream ever end? People like it. Well, nonetheless, YouTuber News: The Podcast, at least for now, must bid you farewell. Who knows? Perhaps like a phoenix from the ashes it will return in some form or another, or like Gandalf, it will come back wearing a different cloak, retaining all of its undeniable qualities and gaining even more besides. Anyway. Thank you for your support and do remember that Benedict will continue forever on the YouTuber News YouTube channel, not least because his contract states that he must do it forever, until he dies and possibly beyond. Rat's all folks... Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
01/02/2216m 15s

Tana reveals she's started showering

Well done Tana! Have a lovely wash. Find out why Tana has made this big leap forwards and why MrBeast isn't making quite as much money as you might have thought.... Plus a return (and evolution) of The Alphabet of YouTube and a healthy dose of "Review Review"! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
25/01/2220m 9s

Another YouTuber fakes death for views

It's been a while since a YouTuber did this stupid prank, but it's happened again folks. Benedict tells you the story that has left many despairing as to what on Earth is the matter with these people. Aside from that, Logan Paul has some misfortune and The Numbers Segment returns! TW: One of the stories discussed in this weeks episode deals with the topic of suicide. If you'd like to avoid this, please skip between 6:26 & 10:38. Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
18/01/2216m 44s

The TikTok rich list (with Garrett Watts!)

Another year! Another episode! ANOTHER GUEST?! YES! To celebrate a fantastic milestone, as is the tradition with centenaries: Benedict has pulled out all of the stops for episode 99! It was way back on episode 2 when he spoke to Garrett Watts, so it's long overdue that they had a catch up. All that, plus the TikTok rich list and of course... On This Day In YouTube History! Happy New Year! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
11/01/2241m 32s

Festive Special (with Tom Rosenthal!)

Hark! We must all assemble, for Benedict brings us a guest! The fantastic Tom Rosenthal was kind enough to spare some time for the YouTuber News family and chat to Benedict about his success both as a musician and a prestigious TikToker! Plus (of course) some YouTube news!! We wish you all a peaceful time over the festive period. Stay safe, look out for each other and be good to people. Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
21/12/2135m 21s

Trisha's wacky wedding

Why would we want a watered-down wedding when a wacky wedding would totally WIN?! Trisha was never going to get married in a boring way, but find out exactly what went down, plus all the big winners at The Streamy Awards and a new segment packed full of wonderful advice! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
14/12/2112m 27s

Francis Bourgeois - Famous Faker??

Some people like watching trains, ok? So what if Francis is real or not?? TikTok LOVES him. So sure, that's not YouTube news, but there is something or another in this episode about Bryce Hall, so pipe down! There's all that plus, a BRAND NEW SEGMENT that is ABSOLUTELY NOTHING LIKE anything else we do on this show!! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
30/11/2116m 57s

Gorilla Glue do you think you are?

You remember the "Gorilla Glue" girl, right? Yeah... Just think back.... A bit further..... Yeah.... February. She's back on the scene! Plus, "On This Day" and a gratifying "Numbers Segment". Get it ON. Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
23/11/2117m 3s

"You Only Live Bryce" (with Cat Warner!)

WHAT?! A GUEST?!! IN THE STUDIO!!!? YES! Popbuzz Beauty and Popbuzz Guide legend Cat Warner joins Benedict in the studio as the first guest since FOREVER. Find out how Cat does in a live play along of "True YouTuber Facts" and how Benedict fairs in a game that's definitely not made up on the spot. There's also some news about YouTubers... But, you know... Whatever. Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
16/11/2127m 0s

Addison's bizarre pregnancy rumour

Rumour spreading is not nice. Stop doing that. Don't do that. Why on earth did the internet decide to do that this week? Benedict will tell you everything. There's also a delicious "Numbers Segment" and a HUGE interview with a HUGE STAR* *All is not as it seems. Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
09/11/2118m 59s

Shane & Ryland talk ‘having kids’

What do you do if you have a second house?? A very personal question which you'll have to answer for yourself.... In this week's edition, there's all the YouTube News as usual (blah blah), a delicious slice of True YouTuber Facts and a succulent helping of "Review Review". Enjoy! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
02/11/2114m 33s

Ninja explains mystery illness

After a very strange internet rumour this week, Ninja explains why he looked a bit ill and the internet said "ok". Elsewhere, Ethan Klein was cross about James Charles and more importantly, Benedict has a "Numbers Segment" for you! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
26/10/2113m 40s

Inside MrBeast’s Squid Game

What's happening this week? Trisha Paytas is angry at Amazon, MrBeast is going to spend loads of money on a massive thing that doesn't need to happen and Benedict delivers it all in a neat little package. The usual, you know? Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
19/10/2115m 39s

Pokimane slams Shane's comeback

Hey stop hating.... Pokimane ISN'T a YouTuber, but Shane Dawson IS (although he's obviously terrible) ok?? Line up with your plates and receive a big dollop of YouTube related news, plus True YouTuber Facts, a "Numbers Segment" and a sound effect of a fax machine which accompanies a joke about faxes. Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
12/10/2118m 40s

WTF is the TikTok couch guy?

Isn't the internet a funny place? How can it be possible that 30 million views have racked up for a video where nothing REALLY happens? Benedict will tell you everything you need to know! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
05/10/2123m 10s

Shane Dawson’s raw interview

Benedict is risen from the sickest of sick beds and he's back with tales of YouTube and beyond. What's Tana been up to (how often do these blurbs say that??) and what's Shane Dawson been talking about? PLUS.... The triumphant return of both "The Numbers Segment" and True YouTuber Facts! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
28/09/2115m 41s

Mommy vlogger deletes channel after TERRIBLE mistake

HE'S BACK EVERYONE! HE'S ACTUALLY BACK! Benedict returns from his summer hiatus with as much energy as you'd expect. He has the usual revolting stories about YouTubers and the hotly anticipated next instalment of "Cat - The Story of A Cat"! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
14/09/2113m 31s

Addison’s Met Gala invite infuriates freaks

Even for Benedict, this particular episode is very light on news about ACTUAL YouTubers, but so what, you're not actually here for the news, right? Find out why Addison Rae has fired up the haters and what's happening on Twitch. There's also a smattering of "Review Review" and a new segment that's quite silly. Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
24/08/2116m 59s

The FBI’s verdict on Jake Paul

**NEW FEATURE KLAXON!!** This week Benedict has news about Jake Paul's activities from 2020, a (not) haunted house and a juicy little "Numbers Segment" for you to get your teeth into.... That's not all though, because it's finally time for the one you've all been asking for.... It's "Cat - The Story of A Cat"! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
17/08/2119m 4s

TikTok star slams James Charles

Everybody loves a good, public slam. Find out how James Charles (two first names for a full name) got absolutely done by a TikTok makeup tutorial star! There's also a vintage MrBeast stunt and plenty of other fun with "Review Review" and a little bit of "True YouTuber Facts"! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
10/08/2116m 42s

2021’s greatest YouTube prank

We all love a YouTube prank and this week, it's a damn good one. If that's not enough excitement though, the fact that Benedict promises a new feature on YouTuber News: The Podcast surely is... All that, plus a welcome cameo appearance from Suki too. What more could you ask for?? Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
03/08/2115m 52s

Jake & Logan are running for President

Your eyes don't deceive you... This is apparently a thing. But don't worry, because Benedict will explain why it won't be a problem, just yet. There's also a big stack of numbers in the Numbers Segment and a couple of reviews for reviewing too! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
27/07/2116m 9s

Don’t swallow THIS to get YouTube views

Well... Just having a look here....... Nope, it looks like there's no news whatsoever about Tana Mongeau this week... OH WAIT. Of course there's some Tana news and plenty more besides. Find out what some German boys did, catch some "True YouTuber Facts" and get a whole load of numbers in THAT segment (you know, the one about numbers). Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
20/07/2116m 38s

Twitter gets Addison Rae fired

Oh no.... what's happened to Addison now?? Benedict will reveal all, plus a truly shocking video from someone called Wendy Williams (wtf?). Not only that, there's some truly international reviews in "Review Review" and a delicious Numbers Segment. Enjoy! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
13/07/2121m 1s

This TikToker just overtook Addison Rae

Alright, alright.... Anyone who moans about TikTok news making it's way onto a podcast about YouTubers, should just get it off their chest right now, ok? Go..... Feel better? Good. This week, Benedict reveals who has pipped Addison Rae to the 2nd from top spot in terms of TikTok followers, plus a YouTuber who can drink VERY quickly, "True YouTuber Facts", The Numbers Segment and a beautiful song, performed by Benedict. Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
06/07/2116m 30s

Proof that Logan’s fight was fake

Is it that time of the year already? We've done so many of these telethon call-athons and they seem to come around quicker every time! However, if you rely on YouTuber News: The Podcast solely as a news outlet, there will still be news, so calm down. What's happening this week in YouTuber boxing land and who on earth is Addison Rae? Nope. Never heard of her. Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
29/06/2117m 40s

Introducing Pop off with Lewys Ball!

Hi YouTuber News fans! We’ve got a podcast we think you’ll like. Lewys Ball is back with series 2 of his Pop Off Podcast! Get ready for more guests, more Pop Culture deep dives and more chat. Here’s a sneaky peek. If you like what you hear, search for Pop Off with Lewys Ball on Global Player.
25/06/212m 23s

Tana’s merch is cringe, On God

Oh no Tana what have you done now? Find out, plus the big boxing bonanza between the YouTubers and the TikTokers. Once we've dealt with all of that, we can all enjoy some "True YouTuber Facts" and a light spot of "Review, Review". Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
15/06/2117m 48s

You'll literally never predict this YouTube story

Is YouTube EVER predictable? Well, yes... Fairly often. Today however, you'll surely never predict this absolutely mad story. In addition, find out why the YouTubers are punching the TikTokers, get some delicious numbers in "The Numbers Segment" and perhaps hear your very own review, in "Review, Review". Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
08/06/2116m 19s

'Charlie bit me' bought by internet fool

You know when Benedict tries to explain something by singing a short, meaningless song? If that's not your thing, then who even are you? Find out what NFT's are and why people pay silly money for them and why everyone's getting upset on Twitch. Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
25/05/2119m 49s

MrBeast’s badly burned burgers baffle Britain

How do you like these burgers?? Not much, by the sound of it. MrBeast is flippin' burgers but what's gone wrong? Find out! Also... Did somebody say NUMBERS? Here we go! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
18/05/2112m 29s

Everyone hates this streamer’s horrible meal

Have you missed Benedict? QUICK - get this in your ears! He's back baby.... and he's got plenty of news including disgusting eating habits and.... YOU GUESSED IT....... Problematic Tweets!! That's not all though, because you deserve more than that. Why not have some Rat: The Story of The Rat thrown in too? Go on... You've earned it! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
11/05/2119m 23s

Jake Paul’s real childhood apparently exposed

Don't get angry, but Benedict is going to talk about Jake Paul today. That's not all though, because he's also mentioning something that he's not really allowed to talk about.... Just listen and you'll get it. There's all that (all what??) plus some global submissions for "Review Review"! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
27/04/2115m 4s

Gabbie Hanna’s bizarre celebrity feud

Let's clear something up right away. Benedict Townsend invented the concept of and as such, owns all YouTube based news. It's good we all understand each other. Find out what Gabbie Hanna has been up to, as well as *sigh* Jake Paul. Never mind all that though.... What about a spot of "Review Review" and a brand new instalment of Rat: The Story of A Rat? Great. Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
20/04/2115m 26s

The MASSIVE amount of money Bryce Hall will make in the boxing ring

It's finally happened. After this many episodes of YouTuber News: The Podcast, Benedict has finally done an item that by his own estimation, is the worst thing he's done yet. Get ready for the "YouTube Alphabet"! As if that wasn't enough to get you excited, there's also some news about YouTubers too! (and also some TikTok stars. Oops.) Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
13/04/2119m 21s

Charli D’Amelio vanishes from TikTok

Yup, that's the name of a TikTok star as the title of a podcast about YouTube news, but d'ya know what....? Meh. That's what. Where did Charli go? Benedict will tell you all about it. There's also an update from nobody's favourite, Shane Dawson and the return of Rat: The Story of a Rat! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
30/03/2120m 25s

Which YouTuber destroyed themselves this week?

There's some unsavoury news coming out of YouTube this week, but trusty Benedict Townsend will make sure you understand what's going on. There's also a very creative helping of "Review Review" and you'll enjoy that, won't you? Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
23/03/2116m 15s

David Dobrik gets sneaky

Remember "Snip-Snaps"? It's back! This week, Benedict snips and snaps his way through some of the YouTube stories you may have missed amongst everything else. What's David Dobrik done now? Why aren't Jeffree Star's videos up to scratch? In a snip and a snap you'll have the answers! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
16/03/2120m 2s

Zoe & Alfie’s big baby news

This week's YouTube news headlines stretch all the way from the problematic to the heartwarming, which shows balance, if nothing else. Join for the 2021 return of "Review Review" and all the other bits your boy Benedict comes up with. Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
09/03/2114m 17s

Charli admits she didn’t write her book

It seems like only moments ago that you enjoyed the previous episode of YouTuber News: The Podcast, but now it's time to enjoy another! So... Did Charli write her new book? No, but you already knew that from the title. That's not all though, because Benedict also needs to work out what Addison Rae meant by those cryptic tweets! There's all that, plus the latest instalment of the most compelling drama ever told about a rodent... It's Rat: The Story of A Rat! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
02/03/2115m 30s

David Dobrik calls out Russian thumbnail thief (with Special Guest!)

What?? NO WAY!? It's a lovely, shiny FRIDAY episode!?? That's right! Benedict promised you that he'd bring you an episode later in the week and just like your postman, he delivered! Find out what David Dobrik has had stolen and who DaBaby is calling a b****. There's also an extremely special guest, who was in no way a stupid back up idea after factors conspired to deny the ACTUAL guest. Just get involved. Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
26/02/2119m 46s

Epic Podcast Episode Prank (GONE RIGHT)

Guys, what a mad prank....!? Aren't the team at YouTuber News just CRAZY!??? Jokes aside, consider this episode an entrée to the main feast which will land in your podcast folder later this week! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
23/02/212m 51s

Shane Dawson’s NSFW Twitter Trend

After a sneaky birthday week off, Benedict is back with stories of Shane Dawson and why everyone on Twitter is going on about cats, as well as Corpse Husband and what he saw in the sky! However, FAR more importantly, it's finally time for the return of Rat: The Story of a Rat!! REJOICE!!!!! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
16/02/2121m 20s

Charli’s controversial trip to The Bahamas

Why on Earth can't celebrities and TikTok stars just stay at home like the rest of us and stop going on holiday?? Find out who's in Benedict's bad books this week, plus James Charles is cross about something else and you've been sending your numbers in again! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
02/02/2117m 8s

MrBeast is sending you to space!

It's nice to be able to make a promise and this week, YouTuber News: The Podcast is making the promise to send you to space* Find out all about Trisha Paytas, who she likes and doesn't like this week, plus: Gain membership to the exclusive "YouTuber News Book Club"! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown *YouTuber News: The Podcast does not in any way promise to send you to space.
26/01/2114m 22s

This YouTuber was robbed £20,000

You know when you get £20,000 worth of belongings stolen from your car. No? Listen up and find out what that's like! In a lightning fast episode this week, Benedict brings you up to speed on the curious case that apparently doesn't warrant calling the police, plus "True YouTuber Facts" and the beloved Numbers Segment. Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
19/01/2112m 34s

Which YouTubers quit Social Media this week?

You may well remember the last instalment of the horoscope segment on YouTuber News: The Podcast, but if you don't, it was in May 2020. Has that jogged your memory? Well, it's back. That's not all though! This week also marks the return of "True YouTuber Facts!" Wow, what a week! What a year! Oh wait. Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
12/01/2119m 30s

News Year, News Me

The world of YouTube moves at an embarrassing pace, so there's no time to waste in bringing you up to date with all the goings on over the last couple of weeks. Get all the latest on MrBeast, Jacksepticeye and find out whether or not The Numbers Segment has made it into 2021! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
05/01/2118m 32s

The Best Bits From The Worst Year (Best Of 2020)

There's probably not an awful lot that you're keen to hold on to and remember from this year, but there have surely been small moments of joy in 2020 and here they ALL are! Benedict walks you gently through some of YouTuber News: The Podcast's best bits from a very strange year. Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
29/12/2028m 19s

Trisha Paytas under fire for racist costume

Merry season to you folks! Whether you're staying at home alone this year, or you're lucky enough to be able to safely spend time with family, YouTuber News: The Podcast is here regardless. This week, Trisha Paytas has offended some people (WHAT NO WAY?!) and Antonio Garza tells all about Jeffree Star. Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
22/12/2016m 4s

Hackers strike the D’Amelios

This week, find out who's TikTok has gone bye bye for a bit and just how much MrBeast has spent on a video that isn't even going to be released!! Some of you (definitely not all of you) will also be pleased to hear that the Numbers Segment returns this week. Why? Who knows. Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
15/12/2016m 55s

Hidden wheelchair prank is as demented as it sounds

What a great idea for a prank that will definitely upset people and cause issues. That's not all though, because elsewhere, Jake Paul is busy behaving exactly as you've come to expect. All in all it's just another week of CLASSIC YouTube. Plus, you've been telling Benedict the first videos/YouTubers you ever watched and he shares his thoughts. Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
08/12/2017m 42s

Casey Neistat’s hilariously bad tweet

Read your tweets before you send them, people. Think about it. "Does this tweet make me sound like a complete crap hat?" This is precisely what Casey Neistat DIDN'T do this week. Never mind, because Benedict got a story out of it after all. There's also another dose of "Snip Snaps" and a Numbers Segment for those of you who understand it (which obviously no one does). Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
01/12/2015m 58s

Dixie's big apology

Don't you just love it when Benedict gets into a PROPER rant? Of course you do! You'll get all 10 minutes of it, the very first edition of "Snip Snaps" and the return of the ever-enjoyable Numbers Segment. Enjoy. Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
24/11/2019m 34s

Episode 50, Baby!!!

It's party time, people! Congratulations on existing in a world where 50 episodes of YouTuber News: The Podcast have been lovingly created. This week, Benedict celebrates with news of Tana Mongeau and her change in style, James Charles' challenge to fans and the YouTube Rewind 2020 (and why it doesn't exist). Alongside that, you can get ready for the season finale of Rat: The Story of A Rat and a delicious helping of "Questions from The Audience". Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
17/11/2024m 44s

Tony Lopez's bizarre car crash

How crazy would you go if you knew that you'd be hearing two "Rat: The Story of A Rat" episodes in as many weeks??? GO CRAZY! But, of course, before we get to that, we'll have to do some YouTuber News. Tony Lopez is a curious chap doing curious things and Pokimane isn't taking too much of your money... $5 please. All that, plus some questions from the audience! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
10/11/2019m 59s

Shane Dawson talks comeback

What a treat you have this week.... The return of Rat: The Story of A Rat, some super questions from the audience..... Oh and some news about YouTube, or whatever. Shane Dawson has dropped hints about a comeback, so what does that mean exactly? Plus, Tati Westbrook is getting all legal and people's asses, so there's heavy use of the word "allegedly". Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
03/11/2023m 35s

Trisha Paytas freaks out at James Charles on TikTok

It's a real vintage for YouTube news this week. Trisha Paytas has absolutely smashed into James Charles and a Russian YouTuber got very upset with his Mercedes. There's also a welcome return of "Review Review"! Where on earth could we be off to this week?! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
27/10/2018m 35s

The Ballad of Bryce Hall’s Abs

So the idea is it's a podcast, dedicated to all the going's on of YouTube.com which is a video-hosting website.... Got it? Good. This week the D'Amelio sisters have courted controversy, Bryce Hall shouts about his abs and a guy on Twitter (another website) does an impression of POTUS. Also, let's not forget "Questions From The Audience" where you'll find out exactly how good Benedict really is at geography. Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
20/10/2020m 13s

Tfue’s $2000 toilet

Toilets... Lavatories... Latrines... It doesn't matter how you say it because they're always funny. They're especially funny, however, when they cost $2000. Away from all that, there's some Dan Howell news and some questions from that pesky audience! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
13/10/2018m 7s

A fake plane for fake people

You know what's hard? Playing video games... That's what. There's just one of the hot-takes from this weeks edition of YouTuber News: The Podcast. Other hot-takes include; "Not everything on social media is real" and "Benedict's cat Suki is trying to take over the podcast and then eventually, the world." Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
29/09/2018m 57s

Gabi DeMartino apologises for intensely cringe video

Everyone enjoys a window into somebody else's world and this weeks episode provides exactly that. Listen with delight as Benedict continues to record from home and his kitten does her absolute best to ruin the podcast completely. Once it got going though, boy oh boy was there some content! Gabi DeMartino embarrassed herself by admitting how rich she is and Casey Neistat is selling his house for LOADS. Plus, it's the welcome return of "Questions from The Audience!" Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
22/09/2023m 54s

The weirdest Charli D’Amelio conspiracy theory ever

Who doesn't love a good conspiracy theory? Well, on this weeks episode there is DEFINITELY a conspiracy theory, but it's a RUBBISH one..... Very funny though! Find out what Charli D'Amelio's Dad is plotting and it's time to ask that same question again..... "What's Tana Mongeau done THIS time!?" Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
15/09/2018m 47s

Safiya Nygaard reveals why she left the internet

After a short break, he's back! Benedict pokes around in the back streets YouTube to bring you all of what you need (absolutely don't need) to know! What's Tana done now? Where's Safiya been? Never mind all of that. What you'll really want to know is that this week; "Review Review" is back in the U.S.A and that there's yet another episode of Rat: The Story of a Rat! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
08/09/2022m 38s

Jake Paul recreates his FBI raid for music video

It's the big 4-0 for YouTuber News: The Podcast this week. 40 flawless episodes for you to enjoy forever. This week, a YouTuber has sat still for an awfully long time and someone call Jake Paul has been exactly like you'd expect someone called Jake Paul to be. Alongside that, you can enjoy a Numbers Segment and yet another episode of Rat: The Story of A Rat. Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
25/08/2022m 27s

Dixie’s $30,000 birthday gift

We all love a good guessing game don't we? There's a BIG one on this week's episode and it's ODD! As well as this, Benedict gets Charli & Dixie D'Amelio's names wrong (a lot) and there's a celebrated return for Rat: The Story of a Rat! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
18/08/2020m 42s

Streamer sets crotch on fire (for some reason)

It feels like a while since an episode had such a click-bait title but this ACTUALLY HAPPENED. This week celebrates (and rightly mocks) those YouTubers who've taken it upon themselves to do something truly stupid.... So basically it's exactly the same as every other week. Let's go!!! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
11/08/2024m 32s

Will TikTok be banned?

A pretty big question to ask, right? Well, this podcast ain't afraid of a big question. For example; Before the end of the episode, Benedict will have also answered the question: "Realistically, how long can you run a Numbers Segment for, before it is no longer funny or enjoyable?" You'll also find out about PewDiePie's objection to photos and the very first "Review Review, Review!" Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
04/08/2020m 38s

This guy tricked YouTube into sending him a Diamond Play Button

Did you know that YouTuber News: The Podcast is particularly popular amongst people who LIKE YouTuber News: The Podcast?? Weird right. This week, a YouTuber fools those boneheads at YouTube into sending him a Diamond Play Button and MrBeast has revealed how he makes his videos and how much they cost! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
28/07/2017m 11s

Charli D'Amelio explains nose surgery

In a week where Benedict decided you needed even more YouTuber News than you already get (more on that later), you'll be pleased to know that the documentary team have been hard at work too, bringing you a brand new episode of Rat: The Story of a Rat. There's also a "Review Review" and at least 3 jokes. Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
21/07/2021m 44s

Julien clarifies how long Jenna Marbles will be gone

It's as inevitable as the burning sun rising every morning that each week, Benedict clambers underneath his boiling duvet den and records a delicious helping of YouTuber News: The Podcast. This week, some guy called Jeffree Star makes the headlines again, we travel to something called NZ (???) for Review Review and there's a brand new competition! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
14/07/2019m 23s

David Dobrik apologises for racist jokes

It seems (fingers crossed) that in this utter joke of a year, the YouTube News drought may FINALLY be coming to an end. This week, Jacksepticeye announces that he's taking a break, David Dobrik makes an apology and most importantly of all, there is a brand new instalment of Rat: The Story of A Rat! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
07/07/2022m 15s

Liza Koshy apologises for racism

What a week to be Shane Dawson..... Dear oh dear. It wasn't just him though, there are apologies being made all over YouTube! However, once we've all dealt with that, you can kick back and relax to some True YouTuber Facts and a trip to Germany for "Review Review"! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
01/07/2018m 48s

How much TikTok stars make

This week, Benedict has done some investigative journalism into how much cold hard cash everybody's making.... Obviously it's no where NEAR how much he and the rat make. There's also a story about Shane Dawson's forthcoming horror movie and another "Review Review"! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
23/06/2018m 32s

Daniel Howell reflects on coming out

This week a woman (claims it is untrue that she) broke into The Hype House. Wow. Plus, Dan Howell has spoken to fans about his coming out story and what's in the "next chapter of Dan"! All that, along with "Review Review" and "True YouTuber Facts!" Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
16/06/2017m 59s

Vlog squad member calls out alleged racism

What are the chances that this weeks episode begins with Benedict suspended, upside down from a helicopter? PRESS PLAY AND FIND OUT! There's also a "Review Review" from down under and some more blasted numbers.... Oh and there's some news about YouTubers too, but you knew that.... Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
09/06/2019m 14s

Jake Paul accused of looting

In a mad world where so much is happening - it's a comfort to have a silly podcast about YouTubers to remind you of what's simple and daft in life. In that regard - this episode will NOT disappoint! Catch up with the ill-advised antics of Jake Paul, get some "True YouTuber Facts" and enjoy the return of "The Numbers Segment"! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
02/06/2025m 18s

Tana Mongeau launches X-rated site

It's a saucy one this week, but not so saucy that you'll need to cover your eyes. Tana's OnlyFans page has caused a bit of a stir, Logan Paul wants David Dobrik to come back to YouTube and FINALLY - we see the return of Rat: The Story of A Rat! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
26/05/2021m 29s

This guy ate a picture of MrBeast for 464 days in a row

Did you realise that YouTuber News: The Podcast is recorded with a live orchestra? In a new segment, "Review Review", Benedict will reveal the details.... Plus - What's Jeffree Star's new makeup collection called and why is someone eating pictures of MrBeast? Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
19/05/2018m 25s

Charli officially leaves Hype House (with KSI!)

You're not worried about "murder hornets" are you??? Don't worry - there are probably other things to worry about. MAYBE?!!! This week's episode tackles precisely that anxiety as well as welcoming returning guest KSI!!!! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
12/05/2022m 9s

Josh Pieters pranks Carole Baskin!

Hey all you YouTube cats and YouTube kittens.... Josh Pieters and Archie Manners have done it again - and this time, they've done it to CAROLE BASKIN! Find out all about that, plus; What's happened to Joe Wicks!? Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
05/05/2019m 53s

MrBeast's phone number leaks (with Jack Maynard & Miles Nazaire!)

Another week with another YouTuber giving away insane amounts of money! This time it was the turn of David Dobrik to be charitable and he DELIVERED. This week's episode also brings you a Numbers Segment and a catch up with Jack Maynard and Miles Nazaire! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
28/04/2026m 48s

The TikTok star copying David Dobrik

In a "YouTuber News: The Podcast" first, Benedict reviews some fan-submitted art this week. His producer warned him that this was "a little bit visual for a podcast" but hey, it went ahead nonetheless! There's also drama at The Hype House and some True YouTuber facts too! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
21/04/2013m 4s

Jaclyn Hill has had enough of THIS type of comment

How's it going? Been out much? This week on YouTuber News: The Podcast, Benedict talks about Jeffree Star again.... Yeah I know. Weird right? Plus Jaclyn Hill tells some body-shamers what's what and we play a little game of "Marcus Aurelius or Logan Paul". Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
14/04/2015m 31s

Fake Jeffree Star scams fans

It's a weirdly 'money heavy' episode of YouTuber News: The Podcast this week. Find out why MrBeast has been awesome again and why Jeffree Star wasn't asking fans for money and NEVER would! There's also some True YouTuber Facts and a brand new segment where YOU have suggested some of YOUR favourite YouTube channels that are helping you to pass the time during lockdown. PLUS - Don't forget that Benedict is now recording the podcast in his house - so let's see if you can pick out the moment that his washing machine starts up in the background!!! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
07/04/2016m 21s

Jeffree Star admits to faking video

It's another isolation episode this week (as it'll continue to be for a few weeks yet!) but Benedict still has plenty to keep you entertained. What's Jeffree Star been up to THIS time? Would you go to court over a TikTok?? There's also some True YouTuber Facts, a Numbers Segment & the latest episode of Rat: The Story of A Rat! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
31/03/2019m 32s

MrBeast’s WILD achievement

Would you like an invite into Benedict's house? DONE! In this socially distant episode, hear Benedict as he brings you an episode from his very own living room! Catch up with MrBeast and his big shoes and find out all about that Swedish bloke who opens doors. All that as well as a Numbers Segment and True YouTuber Facts! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
24/03/2015m 25s

The Joe Sugg episode! (with Joe Sugg!)

Benedict told you this would happen and it has. Joe Sugg comes to chat about his appearance on The Sims and is asked to give his thoughts on it being the year of The Rat. There's also a ridiculous story about copyright on YouTube and a lovely numbers segment too. Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
10/03/2026m 35s

Why Shane Dawson shared a nude picture of Ryland Adams

This week, a YouTuber gets their bottom out. What, you need to know more than that? Fine. There's questions from the audience too and a quite disturbing instalment of Rat: The Story of a Rat. Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
03/03/2017m 31s

Gigi Hadid destroys Jake Paul

A number of you have written in and said "could you please include the longest episode of Rat: The Story of A Rat in this week's episode". The great thing is, we listened. Also, find out why Jake Paul got eviscerated and get your latest dose of The Numbers Segment. Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
25/02/2016m 35s

Jake Paul wants you to pay him $20 a month

You know Jake Paul right? He can help you learn the things you never learned. Just give him some money. Every week. That's cool right? Aside from this excellent news, there's also a Numbers Segment AND some True YouTuber Facts. GREAT! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
18/02/2021m 46s

Influencer arrested for Coronavirus ‘prank’ posts apology video

How about a whole episode that's just one, long Numbers Segment? NO. This week, it's time to catch up on the latest news, get some True YouTuber Facts and experience the latest instalment of Rat: The Story of A Rat.......... OH FINE THERE'S A NUMBERS SEGMENT AS WELL. Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
11/02/2021m 30s

Billie Eilish drags YouTubers for posing as her

Welcome back YouTube News enthusiasts. That's right - there's actually a fair portion of news on this week's episode. How about that? There's also a ridiculous Numbers Segment and some questionable "True YouTuber Facts". Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
04/02/2024m 21s

JackSepticEye raises $200,000 for Australian fires

What a guy... JackSepticEye and his fans did an amazing thing this week and YouTuber News: The Podcast, salutes them! There's also an incident with Tana Mongeau's new perfume and a stack of Questions from The Audience. Let's hit it. Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
28/01/2016m 22s

The 24 year old TikTok star pretending to be a teenager

Has anyone missed questions from the audience? Good. It's back. This week YouTuber News investigates a tail of confused identities. Who even are these people??? Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
21/01/2022m 43s

Inside Jeffree Star’s $15 million mansion

It's back! It's FINALLY back!!! Benedict was back to (relatively) full health this week and kicked off 2020 with a bit of ASMR. Yup. There's more from the numbers segment plus the next instalment of "Rat: The Story of a Rat"! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
14/01/2020m 40s

2019 on YouTube was weird AF

So that's your lot for 2019. Youtuber News will return triumphantly in 2020 but we'll mark the passing of the year in a reflective mood. Which will be the top 3 moments???? There's also a Numbers Segment and Episode 4 of Rat: The Story of A Rat! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
30/12/1913m 43s

Bonus Episode: 'Twas The Night Before Vlogmas

From all at YouTuber News - we wish you a Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
23/12/195m 17s

Shane Dawson teases new documentary series

What a year it's been folks. Sure, YouTuber News: The Podcast has only existed for the last part of 2019 - but what a note to go out on. This week, we look back on what has inarguably been a year of YouTube news and desperately try to recall the highlights. There's a return of The Numbers Segment and part 3 of Rat: The Story of A Rat. Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
17/12/1919m 30s

Make THIS the most listened to podcast episode of ALL TIME!

Will that title work? Of course it will. This week, the 2019 YouTube Rewind came out and everyone loved it (jokes) and Trisha Paytas flashed fans on TikTok. If that's not enough then get ready for the return of "Questions From The Audience" and the second instalment of "Rat: The Story of A Rat". Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
10/12/1921m 58s

James Charles denies faking makeup look (with KSI!)

KSI IS ON THE PODCAST. That's it YouTuber News fans - get excited. Plus - does James use Photoshop?? Yes and that's fine ok? As if all that wasn't enough, did somebody say "numbers section"? Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
03/12/1920m 14s

Jeffree Star explains the 'hairs' in his makeup (with Taylor Lorenz!)

Ok everyone settle down. Let's all listen to the latest headlines and be sensible. This week Benedict offers more 'True YouTuber Facts', kindly answers more of your listener questions and welcomes Taylor Lorenz as his special guest! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
26/11/1930m 24s

David Dobrik named sexiest heartthrob in the world

Episode 3 eh? Who knew we'd get this far. This week, find out why some makeup has hair in it and that's fine. Plus, did someone say RAT? It's time guys..... Let's get some rat in our lives. Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
19/11/1919m 34s

Logan VS. KSI (with Garrett Watts!)

Gather round, good friends - It's time for the 2nd outing of YouTuber News. This week, Benedict welcomes YouTube royalty - Garrett Watts! There's also the small matter of a boxing match that took YouTube by storm! Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
12/11/1925m 36s

PewDiePie’s $69,420 donation & more!

Here it is! Benedict Townsend offers you the first ever episode of YouTuber News: The Podcast. You can take it and enjoy it or you can throw it back in his face. Actually don't you dare do that. Make sure you subscribe and leave a review! Follow Benedict: Twitter: @benedicttown Instagram: @benedicttown
05/11/1914m 34s

YouTuber News Trailer

Welcome to YouTuber News, The Podcast! Launching November 5th!
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