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Channel Awesome, Inc. is an American online media production company based in Lombard, Illinois. The company was created in 2008 by Mike Michaud, Mike Ellis, and Bhargav Dronamraju. Channel Awesome operated the That Guy with the Glasses website (often abbreviated TGWTG) until late 2014, when it was phased into the Channel Awesome website. The site is best known for the comedic film review series Nostalgia Critic, starring Doug Walker.

Key Information

That Guy with the Glasses previously hosted fellow channels by Bar Fiesta, beginning in November 2009, and Blistered Thumbs, beginning in November 2010. Channel Awesome currently hosts a YouTube channel of the same name with an emphasis on content produced by Doug Walker and his brother Rob. All of Channel Awesome's content was hosted by Blip or YouTube prior to the former's shutdown in August 2015. After a series of scandals, nearly all affiliated creators severed ties with Channel Awesome and departed in April 2018.

Origins

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Mike Michaud, Mike Ellis and Bhargav Dronamraju created Channel Awesome after they were laid off from Circuit City in 2007. The three discussed the idea of such a company while still employed, but their dismissal was the impetus to put their plans into action. Michaud has stated that "if [they] didn't lose our jobs, [the business] wouldn't have happened anytime soon".[1][2]

At around the same time, Doug Walker began posting several satirical video reviews of films and other media on YouTube under the screen name of "Nostalgia Critic". Initially, Walker viewed making the videos as a side hobby, rarely interacting with his fans and not revealing his real name until a video responding to the Northern Illinois University shooting. Walker's channel had its content withdrawn from YouTube following complaints from 20th Century Fox and Lionsgate over alleged copyright infringement.[3] Walker attempted to re-upload his content by assigning each video a new, separate channel. However, due to continuing issues, Walker decided to leave YouTube altogether and create the website That Guy with the Glasses, with Michaud acting as webmaster.

That Guy with the Glasses

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That Guy with the Glasses was launched in April 2008. It showcased satirical reviews of movies, television shows, music, comic books and video games. The website was built around the work of Walker, including Nostalgia Critic (comedic recaps of bad movies), 5 Second Movies (hyper-edited feature films), Ask That Guy with the Glasses (a comedy question and answer show) and Bum Reviews (humorous plot summaries of theatrical releases). Other videos and written articles were hosted on the site, including some minor series and sketches starring Walker. Videos were primarily hosted by Blip after problems with earlier provider Revver.[4] The website featured videos from a number of other content creators who were steadily added as contributors over the course of several years.

In December 2008, Walker appeared in a commercial for the PBS documentary Make 'Em Laugh: The Funny Business of America, performing a series of brief imitations of famous comedians, from Charlie Chaplin to Stephen Colbert.[5][6] In 2009, Doug and Rob Walker, along with Brian Heinz, produced an iRiff of The Lion King for RiffTrax. In March 2009, the iRiff was chosen as the winner of the website's RiffTrax Presents contest. The performers received $1,000 and, with instruction from Michael J. Nelson, Kevin Murphy and Bill Corbett, recorded a commentary for the film Batman Forever.[7]

Nostalgia Critic averaged 100,000 to 300,000 viewers per week while on the site, and one million page views per month.[1][8] This was expected to increase following Blip's deal with YouTube in July 2009.[9] As of July 2009, the site earned more than $10,000 per month in advertising revenue and received more than $11,000 in online donations. In the third quarter of the 2009 fiscal year, Walker's shows earned $53,000, including $32,000 from Nostalgia Critic alone. This revenue was generated by run of network from Puma and Starburst.[1][9] The success of his shows has allowed Walker to make a living performing and to quit his previous job as an illustrator, as well as pay the salary of Ellis, the site's co-founder and COO. The site was featured in Entrepreneur magazine in December 2009[10] where the history of the site was discussed as well as the plans for the future.

A "team shot" of Channel Awesome producers with the president of the Republic of Molossia Kevin Baugh, c. the 2010 filming of their 2nd anniversary feature-length special Kickassia

During 2011, Michaud was looking for warehouse space in suburban Chicago.[2] He told The New York Times, "My company has a lot of growing up to do, but I believe that sometime in the next one to two years someone will create that one series that gets everyone talking... [and attract audiences] to the endless options of online video."[2] As of June 2011, the company employed seven full-time staff.[2] According to Walker, "these people are cheap to get because we are happy to see any amount of money". Channel Awesome's ability to attract a significant audience with a low expenditure was proclaimed to have an effect on video entertainment production.[9]

The site gained a wealth of personalities and shows, quickly reaching twenty-plus. The first time the producers made an initiative to put each other in the same fictional universe (or "Reviewaverse", as was coined by one of its former producers) was with their first anniversary video, which was a twenty-minute fight between each other, with set up and dialogue only stating it was video game reviewers vs. movie reviewers, egged on by the Nostalgia Critic and Angry Video Game Nerd rivalry that had been going at the time. A full-length site crossover movie was decided for the next year's anniversary. It ended up being a trilogy: Kickassia, which had the plot of the Critic getting a number of the personalities together to take over a micronation in Nevada called Molossia; Suburban Knights, where the Critic got together much of the same personalities to find a mystical gauntlet via forced LARPing; and To Boldly Flee, where the Critic and TGWTG's cast travel to space to stop a cosmic anomaly and fight corporate villains.

On June 28, 2012, Channel Awesome content producers Walker, Lindsay Ellis (The Nostalgia Chick; no relation to Mike Ellis), Brad Jones (The Cinema Snob) and Todd Nathanson (Todd in the Shadows) signed exclusivity deals with Blip,[11] which directly hosted most TGWTG and Channel Awesome programming until it was shut down in August 2015.[12][13] The deal did not affect the appearance of the producers' videos on TGWTG, and would assist the increase of budget of the four series, as well as provide technical improvements.[11] An extension of this deal was a Blip-run YouTube channel called "League of Super Critics", which also uploaded the unedited videos of all four producers, with the exception of Jones, whose videos were edited down from the original version so that the only way one could see the full video was to go to Blip.[14]

On December 3, 2014, the site shut down and rebranded itself as ChannelAwesome.com.[15] The old URL redirected to ChannelAwesome.com until June 2018,[16] where it now redirects to the Channel Awesome YouTube channel.

Subdivisions

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Channel Awesome expressed plans to build on the success of That Guy with the Glasses with a network of subdivisions of the Channel Awesome website, including Bar Fiesta for covering Chicago entertainment and nightlife, and Inked Reality for anime and comic books. Blistered Thumbs began in 2009 as a subdivision of That Guy with the Glasses for housing its video game content. It gained popularity and Blistered Thumbs launched as its own website on November 4, 2010.

Joe Vargas (Angry Joe), already an established video game reviewer on That Guy with the Glasses, was the initial editor-in-chief. Staff writers were drawn from various websites including That Guy with the Glasses, TechRaptor and Normal Boots. Austin Yorski eventually replaced Vargas as editor-in-chief.

In late November 2014, the Blistered Thumbs website was shut down.[citation needed]

ChannelAwesome.com

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The new Channel Awesome website debuted in late 2014. All content from TGWTG was relocated to the newly established ChannelAwesome.com. Each week there is a Spotlight Section to promote a website producer, as well as a Featured Blogger.

In January 2015, four of the site's long-time associates departed, including Andrew Dickman, Kyle Kallgren (Oancitizen),[17] Allison Pregler (Obscurus Lupa) and Phelan Porteous (Phelous).[18] Dickman, Porteous and Pregler went to being exclusively on Phelan's site, Phelous.com, while Kyle went to producing videos exclusively for Chez Apocalypse. Later that same month, Lindsay Ellis ended her long-running show The Nostalgia Chick, which had premiered as a companion show to Nostalgia Critic in September 2008.[19] She intended to continue producing videos for League of Super Critics on YouTube and her own website, Chez Apocalypse.[20]

Noah Antwiler, and his reviewer persona "The Spoony One", went to being exclusively on his site, The Spoony Experiment, a little before the fourth anniversary film, but still had a prominent role in it with his consent.

As of January 2024, the website has been deactivated, with the URL redirecting to the Channel Awesome YouTube channel where new content is instead being uploaded to.

Long-running shows

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Nostalgia Critic

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Main article: Nostalgia Critic

Nostalgia Critic is the most popular video series created by Doug Walker, in which he plays the titular reviewer. The show is written by him and his brother Rob Walker. The series was initially launched on YouTube before moving to Blip TV in 2008. It is the flagship show for Channel Awesome, which has since built on it with additional content, additional websites and the spin-off show Nostalgia Chick.[21]

The Angry Joe Show

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Main article: Angry Joe

Jose "Angry Joe" Antonio Vargas hosted the leading video game review show on the site. It generally consisted of reviews by Vargas stating his honest opinions of current releases of video games, mixed with sketch comedy. In April 2018, Vargas announced his departure from the Channel Awesome website.[22]

Todd in the Shadows

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Todd in the Shadows is a music review show created and presented by Todd Nathanson.[23] The show's primary focus is on its three main series: Todd's Pop Song Reviews, in which Nathanson reviews songs that, at the time of review, were or had recently been high-charting; One Hit Wonderland, in which he examines and chronicles the careers of one-hit wonders; and Trainwreckords, in which he analyzes albums considered to have "ended [the] thriving careers" of their respective artists.[24] Cinemadonna, in which Nathanson reviews Madonna's feature filmography, was one of the show's main series until its conclusion in 2016.[25] In the show, Nathanson keeps his appearance anonymous, filming himself in silhouette while sitting at an electronic keyboard in a dark room. When his face is not in silhouette, he covers its upper half with a black cloth.[26]

Nathanson debuted the series in 2009 and joined That Guy with the Glasses the following year.[27] In March 2018, he announced his departure from Channel Awesome on his Twitter account.[28]

In 2023, Nathanson released a video where he accused James Somerton of regularly lying and spreading misinformation.[29][30]

The Cinema Snob

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The Cinema Snob stars Brad Jones as a pretentious art critic who watches and comments on a wide variety of films, including exploitation films, religious films, and pornography. His association with Channel Awesome began with "E.T. The Porno" (January 7, 2010). Like many other shows on Channel Awesome, Jones started his show on YouTube until he was confronted with a copyright claim from the filmmakers of Nail Gun Massacre.[31] Jones has also created additional shows for Channel Awesome, including Brad Tries and Midnight Screenings.

Activism

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On December 5, 2009, the company held a donation drive for the Ronald McDonald House Charities. The donation drive lasted upwards of seven hours and raised $26,400. During the event, calls were taken, prizes were awarded to people who donated large sums of money and videos featuring the talent on the site were aired. The donation drive was extended a few more days making the grand total $32,200.[32]

On December 15, 2011, Lindsay Ellis posted a video about Channel Awesome staff traveling to Washington, D.C. to lobby members of Congress about the Stop Online Piracy Act and the PROTECT IP Act. Ellis, Michaud, Rob Walker, and content producers Noah Antwiler (The Spoony One), Kyle Kallgren (Oancitizen and Brows Held High), Lewis Lovhaug (Linkara), Todd Nathanson (Todd in the Shadows), Paul Schuler (Paw Dugan) and Joe Vargas (Angry Joe) all traveled to Washington, D.C. to represent Channel Awesome and support freedom of speech on the internet.[33]

Management controversies

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Initial allegations

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Between October 2014 and January 2015, several long-time content producers departed from Channel Awesome. In March 2018, several former producers alleged, via a series of Twitter posts, mismanagement and mistreatment by members of Channel Awesome's upper management, including the Walker brothers and Michaud. The allegations included a history of sexist behavior toward female producers as well as a history of unprofessional, aggressive and immature behavior towards other content creators by Michaud, incompetence by the Walker brothers during production of the company's anniversary films, and failure to communicate with producers about significant decisions affecting them.[34] One such allegation from Lindsay Ellis stated that during production on the film To Boldly Flee, she was repeatedly pressured into looping a scene in which her character was implied to be raped off-screen by Lewis Lovhaug's character. She further alleged that due to her and Lovhaug's protests over the scene's content, Doug Walker rewrote it so the implication of assault was less implicit. Ellis said that she was forced to perform the scene under intimidation.[34]

In March and April 2018, several more producers—including Lovhaug (Linkara),[35] Todd Nathanson (Todd in the Shadows),[28] Daren Jackson (Rap Critic)[36][37] and Mike Jeavons (MikeJ)[38]—departed from Channel Awesome.

Further departures

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On April 2, 2018, a group of former Channel Awesome contributors and employees publicly released a document, entitled "Not So Awesome", via Google Drive. The document compiled grievances against the company, both those that had been previously made and ones that had not yet been publicly known. Over twenty former producers and employees, along with two individuals whose identities were kept anonymous, provided various allegations in the document, including poor communication and management, verbal abuse and bullying, and sexual harassment and misconduct.[39] The subsequent response from Channel Awesome was criticized by fans and the company's former producers, as they felt the company was not apologizing or taking responsibility for their wrongdoings.[40]

On that and the following days, more producers, including Omar Ahmed (Yomarz),[41] Nash Bozard,[42] Mathew Buck (Film Brain),[43] Tony Goldmark (Some Jerk with a Camera),[44] Elisa Hansen (Maven), Brian Heinz (The Last Angry Geek),[45] Leeman Kessler (Ask Lovecraft), Heather McDonald (Calluna),[46] Dominic Smith (The Dom),[47] Luke Spencer (Rocked) and Chris Stuckmann,[48] left Channel Awesome, with some citing their dissatisfaction with the company's response to the controversy as their reason for doing so,[42][47] lowering the number of producers for the website from forty to about ten by April 5.[49] Channel Awesome's planned tenth anniversary was cancelled as a result of the controversy.[44]

Second response and fallout

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On April 11, 2018, Channel Awesome released a second response to the allegations as a blog post on its website. Titled "Our Response", the post was intended to refute the "most egregious" of the allegations made by former producers, Holly Brown and Jane Doe, who are described within it as "disgruntled individuals with vindictive intentions".[50]

Within 48 hours of the response's posting, nearly all of Channel Awesome's remaining producers, including long-time veterans Joe Vargas (Angry Joe),[22] Bennett White (Bennett the Sage) and Lawrence Simpson (MasakoX), as well as Gaming Wildlife,[51] Bargain Boy, Ryan Molina (Battle Geek Plus),[52] Timid Jester,[53] DToons Productions (maker of the series Toons These Days)[54] and Eric Rodriguez (Blockbuster Buster),[55] also left the website.

Since April 14, 2018, the website listed two remaining producers apart from the Walkers: Brad Jones (Cinema Snob) and Larry Bundy Jr. (Guru Larry); the latter stated that among his reasons for remaining were that "no one ever actually believed [he] was ever on TGWTG".[56] On February 16, 2024, Bundy Jr. announced on Twitter that he was kicked off Channel Awesome. However, this was due to the website having been deactivated since January 2024.[57]

On August 2, 2021, Doug Walker acknowledged the controversy in an interview with Korey Coleman on Double Toasted. He admitted that Channel Awesome had gotten "too big" and thus resulted in poor communication among the staff and producers. Since then, they had been consciously trying to keep everything closer and more personal.[58]

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Channel Awesome, Inc. is an American online media production company based in , focused on creating and hosting comedic video reviews of movies, television, and pop culture phenomena. Founded in April 2008 by , Mike Ellis, and Bhargav Dronamraju, the company initially operated under the name That Guy with the Glasses to support Walker's web series, which had already built a substantial following through satirical critiques of and media. Channel Awesome expanded by aggregating content from multiple creators, fostering collaborative productions like crossovers and annual events, which helped establish it as a pioneer in early YouTube-era entertainment review networks. Its signature achievement lies in popularizing long-form, character-driven commentary that blended nostalgia with irreverent humor, amassing millions of subscribers and influencing subsequent online critique formats. However, the company encountered major setbacks in amid allegations from former producers of , inadequate support during incidents of , and authoritarian management practices under CEO Michaud, prompting an exodus of talent including key figures like Walker and leading to public apologies and internal reforms. Despite these controversies, Channel Awesome persists in producing content, centered on ongoing episodes and select independent reviews.

Founding and Early Development

Origins in 2008

Channel Awesome was founded in April 2008 by , Mike Ellis, and Bhargav Dronamraju following their layoffs from in 2007, with the aim of establishing a new media company focused on online video content. The trio, based in , sought to capitalize on the growing popularity of web-based entertainment, particularly satirical reviews of films, games, and pop culture. Michaud, who had prior experience in electronics retail and an interest in , approached comedian Doug Walker in early April 2008 after recognizing the potential of Walker's series, which had gained traction on since its debut in July 2007 but faced content removal issues due to platform policies. The company initially operated under the name That Guy with the Glasses, launching its website on April 21, 2008, to host Walker's content independently and attract additional creators. This move addressed YouTube's deletions of Walker's videos, allowing for ad revenue sharing and editorial control outside the platform's restrictions. Early efforts centered on producing and aggregating comedic review videos, with Walker's episodes—featuring exaggerated critiques of 1980s and 1990s films—serving as the flagship series to draw an audience. By June 2008, the site expanded with new original content, including the debut of Ask That Guy with the Glasses on June 13, featuring Walker in a surreal Q&A format, and the transfer of all prior videos from . These developments marked the initial aggregation of talent, setting the foundation for a network of contributors while emphasizing low-budget, personality-driven over polished production. The venture quickly gained visibility through Walker's established fanbase, positioning That Guy with the Glasses as an early pioneer in media collectives.

Launch of That Guy with the Glasses

That Guy with the Glasses (TGWTG) was founded in April 2008 by , Mike Ellis, and Bhargav Dronamraju as an independent website dedicated to hosting comedic, satirical reviews of films, television, and other media. The platform emerged to support content from comedian Doug Walker, whose series—focusing on critiques of and pop culture—had built a following on starting with its premiere episode on July 3, 2007. By establishing TGWTG, the founders aimed to create a centralized hub for Walker's growing output, enabling better control over distribution, advertising revenue, and community engagement outside YouTube's platform constraints. The site's official launch featured the migration and re-upload of early Nostalgia Critic episodes, beginning with the review of Transformers: The Movie (1986) on , 2008. This initial content emphasized Walker's as a ranting, bowtie-wearing critic delivering hyperbolic analysis laced with absurd humor and sight gags, which resonated with audiences seeking irreverent takes on nostalgic media. Accompanying series like Ask That Guy with the Glasses—a Q&A format with Walker's disturbing, fourth-wall-breaking alter ego—debuted shortly after, expanding the site's eclectic mix of sketches and commentary. The launch capitalized on Walker's viral traction, drawing an initial audience through cross-promotion and embedding options, while the site's forums and forums fostered early fan interaction. TGWTG's structure at launch included ad-supported video hosting, a simple , and categories for reviews, contributing to rapid growth; within months, it attracted collaborations from other creators, setting the stage for a reviewer network. Revenue from ads and merchandise quickly scaled, reportedly exceeding $50,000 monthly by later years, though initial figures reflected modest but promising viability in the pre-streaming dominance era. This self-hosted model prioritized creator autonomy amid rising concerns over platform algorithms and content policies.

Organizational Structure and Expansion

Subdivisions and Internal Operations

Channel Awesome operates under the leadership of CEO , who oversees administrative and business functions from the company's base in . Creative direction is primarily handled by Doug Walker, the creator of the persona, and his brother Rob Walker, listed as Creative Content Officer, focusing on content production and scripting for core series. The core in-house team, located in the area, includes staff members such as Malcolm Ray, Tamara Chambers, and others who assist with filming, editing, and post-production for collaborative specials and mainline reviews. The organization's subdivisions consist of a central unit centered on the Walkers' operations and a looser network of independent producers who affiliate with Channel Awesome for branding and cross-promotions. Independent producers, not formally employed by the company, retain control over their individual channels and revenue streams, receiving exposure through Channel Awesome's platform rather than direct compensation from the parent entity. Remaining affiliates as of 2024 include Brad Jones (The Cinema Snob) and Joe Vargas (), who contribute to occasional crossovers while maintaining autonomous operations; the contributor roster significantly contracted following controversies in , when at least eight producers resigned citing issues like inadequate HR support and contract disputes. Internally, operations emphasize collaborative video production, with the core team handling logistics for events like anniversary specials that feature guest appearances from affiliates. Content workflow involves producers submitting videos for aggregation on Channel Awesome's YouTube channel or website, historically supported by ad revenue sharing via third-party hosts like Blip.tv prior to its 2015 shutdown, after which the focus shifted to direct YouTube monetization. Post-2018 reforms included promises of improved internal policies, such as better handling of complaints, though the decentralized model persists, prioritizing creative independence over hierarchical control. This structure has enabled sustained output from flagship series but limited expansion, with emphasis now on Walker brothers' content comprising the bulk of uploads.

ChannelAwesome.com and Digital Infrastructure

ChannelAwesome.com emerged in late as the rebranded successor to ThatGuyWithTheGlasses.com, functioning as a centralized digital hub for aggregating reviews, hosting embedded media, and facilitating community interactions through forums and contributor profiles. The platform initially emphasized independence from dominant video-sharing sites, embedding content sourced from alternative hosts to mitigate risks of algorithmic demonetization or removal prevalent on during the late . This setup reflected early strategic priorities to sustain creator control amid fluctuating platform policies. Video infrastructure relied on for direct hosting and distribution starting around , chosen for its tolerance of longer-form content and reduced copyright enforcement compared to , which had repeatedly flagged episodes for strikes. Blip.tv enabled seamless integration into the site's player, supporting crossovers and serialized reviews without immediate upload disruptions. However, Blip's abrupt shutdown announcement in August 2015 necessitated a pivot, delaying full site redevelopment and accelerating reliance on YouTube embeds for playback stability. Post-2015, Channel Awesome's digital ecosystem consolidated around as the core delivery mechanism, with the official channel serving as the primary repository for episodes uploaded weekly, garnering millions of views per release. The website supplemented this with archival links, merchandise integration via e-commerce tools, and social feeds from and , but lacked proprietary streaming servers, outsourcing bandwidth-intensive operations to third-party CDNs inherent to 's infrastructure. This hybrid model prioritized and ad over full self-hosting, aligning with industry shifts toward platform dependency for audience reach. By the mid-2010s, amid internal challenges and producer departures, the site's role contracted to a minimal gateway, redirecting traffic to while forums saw declining engagement. No public disclosures detail custom backend technologies like server configurations or databases, but the emphasis on embedded players and external APIs underscores a lean, cost-effective approach avoiding heavy on-premise digital assets.

Content Production and Major Shows

Long-Running Series

Channel Awesome's long-running series primarily consist of episodic web videos produced by affiliated creators, emphasizing satirical reviews of films, television, comics, video games, and other media. These shows often feature recurring characters or personas, blending humor, critique, and storytelling elements, with episodes varying in length from 10 to 30 minutes and released on schedules ranging from weekly to sporadic. Producers handle scripting and editing, supported by Channel Awesome's infrastructure for distribution via and its website. Many series originated on platforms like or before formal affiliation, achieving longevity through fan engagement and crossovers with other contributors. Key examples beyond flagship productions include Atop the Fourth Wall, hosted by Lewis Lovhaug as "Linkara," which debuted in June 2008 and specialized in dissecting flawed comic books through narrative arcs involving fictional threats and "magic guns." The series amassed hundreds of episodes, incorporating plotlines spanning multiple installments, before Lovhaug severed ties with Channel Awesome in March 2018 amid internal disputes, continuing independently thereafter. The Spoony Experiment, created by Noah Antwiler, launched in 2007 and ran until 2016, focusing on rants against poor video games and films via Antwiler's "Dr. Insano" and "Spoony." It included extended reviews, such as multi-part analyses of titles like , and integrated wrestling commentary before spinning off into separate content. Antwiler departed Channel Awesome prior to the series' conclusion due to personal and professional conflicts. The Nostalgia Chick, performed by from September 2008 to 2014, critiqued "chick flicks," 1990s media, and gender tropes in nostalgic properties, often with musical segments or collaborations like "Thanks for the Feedback." The show produced over 100 episodes, evolving from contest-selected content to structured arcs, before Ellis left Channel Awesome in 2014 to pursue independent video essays. Additional enduring series encompass Phelous' reviews, initiated around , targeting horror films, animated features, and franchises like , with ongoing episodes emphasizing deadpan parody and visual gags. Doug Walker's Bum Reviews, featuring the homeless critic Chester A. Bum, generated 111 episodes from onward, delivering manic, improvised reactions to theatrical releases like (2014).

Nostalgia Critic

The is an American comedy created, directed, and starring Doug Walker under Channel Awesome. The series features Walker as the titular character, a caustic reviewer who satirically critiques films and media primarily from the 1980s and 1990s, often emphasizing their perceived flaws through exaggerated rants, skits, and parodies of cinematic tropes. Episodes typically run 10-20 minutes and incorporate props, costumes, and guest appearances from other Channel Awesome contributors to heighten the comedic absurdity. The show's tagline, "He remembers it so you don't have to," underscores its focus on evoking and mocking childhood nostalgia. Launched on YouTube in July 2007, the series began with low-production early episodes, such as the debut review of Super Mario Bros. (1993), characterized by Walker's unscripted-style delivery and on-the-fly editing. By 2008, it had expanded to include recurring segments like plot summaries twisted into absurdity and musical numbers parodying review clichés, amassing millions of views per episode at its peak. Notable early reviews targeted direct-to-video sequels and adaptations, including The Adventures of Sonic the Hedgehog (1993) and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles III (1993), blending genuine critique of production shortcomings with over-the-top humor. The format evolved to include crossovers with other creators, such as collaborative specials with the Angry Video Game Nerd, enhancing its appeal within online review communities. In June 2012, Walker announced the retirement of the Nostalgia Critic character to pivot toward a new series, Demo Reel, citing creative burnout and a desire for fresh content. This hiatus lasted until January 22, 2013, when Walker released the short film The Review Must Go On, revealing the character's return due to fan demand and Walker's own reevaluation, with new episodes resuming bi-weekly starting February 5, 2013, with a review of The Odd Life of Timothy Green (2012). Post-return episodes adopted a more polished production, incorporating higher budgets for sets and effects, while maintaining the core rant-heavy structure; examples include critiques of Home Alone 4 (2002) and Batman Returns (1992). Seasonal events, such as annual Halloween and Christmas review marathons starting in 2008, became staples, often compiling multi-episode arcs like the 2010 Ernest P. Worrell specials. As of 2025, the series continues irregularly, with over 200 episodes produced, shifting toward themes of personal reflection in later installments while retaining its foundational comedic critique of media quality and . Walker's performance draws from influences like but amplifies frustration into farce, though some analyses note a decline in analytical depth post-2013 in favor of extended sketches. The show's longevity stems from its role in pioneering web-based nostalgic commentary, influencing subsequent creators despite criticisms of repetitive humor.

The Angry Joe Show

The Angry Joe Show is a hosted by Joe Vargas, who portrays the titular character , focusing on reviews, news, and previews delivered in an exaggerated, comedic style. Debuting on in 2009, the series emphasizes high-energy critiques where Vargas highlights gameplay mechanics, story elements, and technical aspects, often through skits and persona-driven rants to underscore flaws or praises. Initially independent, the show integrated with Channel Awesome's gaming arm, Blistered Thumbs, around 2010, allowing and collaborative content within the broader network of reviewers. Vargas served as an figure for gaming content early on, contributing to the site's expansion before departing the organization on April 12, 2018. Post-departure, the series continued independently on , expanding to include occasional movie reviews and segments like AJ's Tabletime, while maintaining its core focus on next-generation console and PC titles. The format centers on "Angry Reviews," structured episodes featuring Vargas' solo or panel-based analysis, gameplay footage, and humorous side characters such as Other Joe or for added commentary. Reviews typically span 20-40 minutes, blending scripted comedy with unfiltered opinions on elements like graphics, controls, and narrative depth, as seen in critiques of titles from franchises including and . By late 2023, the channel had reached approximately 3.27 million subscribers and over 1.72 billion total views, with milestones including 100,000 subscribers celebrated in March 2012 and sustained growth through consistent uploads.

Todd in the Shadows

Todd in the Shadows is a series produced for Channel Awesome by Todd Nathanson, who joined the network in mid-2010 following his independent debut in late 2009. Nathanson, performing under a and visually represented as a shadowed figure in a , delivers analytical reviews of , blending humor, historical context, and critique of lyrical and production elements. His work emphasized dissecting contemporary hits for rather than pure vitriol, setting it apart from other Channel Awesome series focused on or gaming. The flagship Todd's Pop Song Reviews debuted on the That Guy with the Glasses site in 2010, targeting current entries, often those Nathanson deemed lyrically simplistic or musically derivative. Episodes typically run 10-20 minutes, incorporating clips, animations, and Nathanson's voiceover commentary to highlight trends like repetitive hooks or cultural insensitivity in lyrics. He supplemented these with annual compilations, such as the Top Ten Worst Hits of 2009 released January 6, 2010, and Top Eleven Best Hit Songs of 2009 on January 17, 2010, evaluating tracks on criteria including originality and replay value. In 2012, Nathanson introduced One Hit Wonderland, a biographical series profiling artists defined by a single major success, tracing their pre-hit struggles, the song's creation and chart performance, and post-fame outcomes. Each installment, averaging 20-30 minutes, uses archival footage and interviews to provide causal analysis of factors like timing or label support contributing to fleeting fame, as seen in episodes on tracks like "Replay" by (reviewed January 24, 2010, in early format iterations). The series underscored pop's ephemerality, with Nathanson arguing that many "wonders" stemmed from novelty rather than sustained talent. Nathanson contributed to Channel Awesome crossovers and specials until departing in early 2018, after which he continued independent production on his YouTube channel, which had amassed over 643,000 subscribers by 2025. His tenure aligned with the network's expansion into music content, filling a niche for detailed Top 40 historiography amid broader entertainment reviews.

The Cinema Snob

The Cinema Snob is a created and primarily hosted by Brad Jones, in which he portrays a pompous, bowtie-wearing film critic who disdainfully dissects lowbrow genres such as exploitation cinema, horror schlock, Italian cannibal films, Naziploitation, and . The character's schtick parodies elitist cinephiles who sneer at mainstream or commercial fare while hypocritically reveling in the absurdities of B-movies and worse. Jones launched the series independently in 2007, drawing inspiration from a 1980s review of Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter where the critics adopted a sanctimonious tone toward genre horror. The show joined Channel Awesome (formerly That Guy with the Glasses) in January 2010, aligning with the site's expansion of contributor-hosted series, and has since produced over 800 episodes as of 2025. Episodes typically run 10–20 minutes, featuring Jones in character delivering commentary, rapid-fire editing of clips, and recurring gags like references to his aversion to scenes or feigned appreciation for "artistic" elements in trashy films. Content emphasizes films overlooked by mainstream critics, such as (1981), Turkish Star Wars (1982), and Reefer Madness (1936), often highlighting historical context, production ineptitude, or cultural oddities with a mix of revulsion and ironic enthusiasm. Jones occasionally breaks character for asides or incorporates props like a stuffed bear named Lloyd, adding layers of absurdity. Notable installments include marathon reviews of franchises like the series and knockoffs, as well as specials on micro-budget oddities such as Beaver & Buttface (1995). Collaborations within Channel Awesome have featured crossovers, such as a joint review of Black Christmas (2019) with Nostalgia Critic's Doug Walker, blending Snob's horror focus with broader retrospectives. Jones has also produced ancillary content like Midnight Screenings (co-hosted reaction videos to new releases) and original shorts under the Snob banner, including the self-referential The Cinema Snob Movie (2018). The series maintains an independent online presence via thecinemasnob.com, where episodes and merchandise are hosted, underscoring Jones's longevity as one of Channel Awesome's core contributors post-2018 reforms. Recent output, such as a October 13, 2025, review of , demonstrates ongoing activity amid evolving web video landscapes.

Collaborative Projects and Achievements

Feature-Length Films and Specials

Channel Awesome produced a trilogy of feature-length anniversary specials between 2010 and 2012, directed by Doug Walker under the persona, featuring collaborative casts from the site's contributors. These low-budget, self-produced films served as crossovers for multiple reviewers, parodying adventure tropes while advancing ongoing storylines from the series, such as the "" arc. Each installment ran approximately 90-120 minutes and was released in multi-part episodes on the That Guy with the Glasses website, later compiled for and DVD. Kickassia, released on October 17, 2010, depicts the assembling fellow reviewers to "invade" the of and establish a new country, only for chaos to ensue under a dictator played by , a frequent collaborator. The film satirizes and micronation enthusiasts, with filming occurring on location in , standing in for Liechtenstein. It received mixed reception, earning a 5/10 rating on from over 2,300 users, praised for its ensemble energy but critiqued for meandering pacing and improvised humor. Suburban Knights, released in July 2011, follows the and allies dressing as fantasy characters to quest for the "Gauntlet of Power," an artifact hinted at by a deceased LARP organizer's clues, leading to encounters with , a cloaked portrayed by a hooded actor. The production emphasized LARPing culture and fantasy , involving over a dozen contributors in combat scenes and sequences. It holds a 5.5/10 rating from about 1,300 reviews, noted for improved production values over Kickassia but faulted for underdeveloped subplots and reliance on in-jokes. To Boldly Flee, released in August 2012, continues the narrative with the grappling with guilt over Ma-Ti's death from prior episodes, amid multiversal threats and a space exodus to escape the "," featuring sci-fi elements like spaceship battles and alternate dimensions populated by reviewer alter-egos. The film incorporates meta-commentary on and corporate oversight, with filming spanning multiple locations for interstellar sequences. It garnered the lowest reception in , with a 4.3/10 score from over 1,600 users, often cited for convoluted plotting, excessive references, and production tensions that foreshadowed later internal issues. These specials marked the peak of Channel Awesome's collaborative filmmaking ambitions but were not followed by similar large-scale projects, shifting focus to individual series amid growing operational challenges. DVD releases included bonus features like bloopers, though viewership declined post-2012 as audience fatigue with the format emerged.

Awards, Recognition, and Cultural Impact

Channel Awesome has not received formal industry awards such as Streamys or Webby honors, but it garnered recognition as an early innovator in collaborative and commentary. Launched in as That Guy With The Glasses by founders , Mike Ellis, and Bhargav Dronamraju, the site quickly aggregated content from dozens of independent creators, transforming them into niche internet celebrities through weekly features and crossover events. This model emphasized humorous, skit-infused reviews that blended entertainment with critique, distinguishing it from static blog-based analysis prevalent at the time. The platform's cultural impact stems from its role in shaping YouTube's review ecosystem during the site's formative years, when internet video content was nascent. Channel Awesome pioneered a hybrid style of media dissection—snarky yet analytical—that appealed to millennial audiences nostalgic for 1980s and 1990s media, echoing influences like Mystery Science Theater 3000 while adding personal, opinionated flair. Series such as Nostalgia Critic dominated early YouTube searches for film reviews, amassing millions of views and establishing a template for nostalgic deconstructions that subsequent creators emulated, contributing to the proliferation of opinion-driven web criticism over traditional print or TV formats. Its emphasis on community-driven content, including annual anniversary specials featuring ensemble casts, fostered fan loyalty and influenced the collaborative dynamics seen in modern influencer networks. By highlighting overlooked or "so-bad-it's-good" media, Channel Awesome normalized irreverent takes on mainstream , aiding the of beyond credentialed journalists. This shift empowered amateur voices, though it also amplified subjective rants over rigorous analysis, a double-edged legacy in online discourse. The site's evolution to Channel Awesome in reflected its adaptation to streaming platforms, sustaining influence amid YouTube's growth into a primary media .

Community Engagement and Activism

Charity Drives and Fan Interactions

Channel Awesome has organized multiple charity drives, primarily benefiting children's health organizations. In December 2009 and 2010, the company conducted donation drives for , featuring live streams with creators interacting with donors in real time. A 2017 drive supported , with proceeds directed through a Tiltify campaign emphasizing no-cost treatment, travel, housing, or food for families. By 2018, Channel Awesome launched an online charity show format that had collectively raised over $100,000 for Chicago-based organizations via video content and fan contributions. These drives often incorporated fan engagement through live auctions, raffles, and direct donations during broadcasts, fostering community participation. Fans interacted via pledges unlocking special content or appearances, such as in the event tied to an in-person gathering on December 10. Beyond drives, Channel Awesome maintains fan interactions through convention appearances and panels. Producers like Doug Walker have participated in events including ConnectiCon and Gaming Classic, where attendees engage in Q&A sessions and discussions on content production. Panels at conventions such as Fan World have featured multiple creators, including Walker, Brad Jones, and others, allowing direct fan questions and feedback. Recent live streams on and Twitch enable real-time chats during episodes or casual talks, extending accessibility post-convention.

Controversies and Internal Challenges

Pre-2018 Management Issues

Prior to the 2018 #ChangeTheChannel allegations, Channel Awesome, founded in 2008 as That Guy with the Glasses by , Mike Ellis, and Bhargav Dronamraju, exhibited persistent management shortcomings that affected producers' working conditions, compensation, and professional treatment. Producers, including Kaylyn Saucedo (MarzGurl), contributed content from the site's without direct salaries, relying instead on ad shares from platforms like , which management controlled and often directed profits to the company rather than creators, framing such arrangements as providing "exposure." This model, combined with inconsistent enforcement of upload schedules—where high-profile contributors like Doug Walker received preferential slots—fostered resentment among lower-tier producers, as evidenced by complaints dating back to at least when a group of creators submitted a list of operational grievances that prompted only superficial changes, such as discontinuing a . Collaborative anniversary specials highlighted hazardous and unprofessional production practices. The 2011 Suburban Knights shoot involved filming without permits in a desert location, inadequate water supplies, self-funded costumes by participants, and at least four injuries, including one requiring a coerced . Similarly, the 2012 To Boldly Flee production featured 18-hour workdays, incomplete scripts delivered on-site, and content decisions overriding objections, such as a rape scene joke pushed despite protests from producers and Lewis Lovhaug (Linkara). Management under Michaud, who handled key operational decisions, was accused of verbal intimidation, particularly toward female staff; for instance, a suggesting improvements to the DVD production process for To Boldly Flee was fired, and Michaud reportedly screamed at employees raising concerns. Awareness of interpersonal misconduct predated firings but lacked proactive response. Mike Ellis, former Chief Organizational Officer, engaged in documented of staff like Holly Brown, yet management delayed action for years. Martin Carmichael (JewWario) sexually assaulted fans at conventions, with executives including Michaud and the Walkers informed but failing to alert other producers; he was terminated only shortly before his 2014 suicide. During the 2014 harassment wave, management declined to publicly support targeted female contributors like Allison Pregler (Obscurus Lupa) and , citing potential business risks. Pregler faced reprimands for incorporating mid-rolls that year and was later dismissed after refusing a private call with management. These patterns contributed to early departures and simmering discontent. By September 2017, Saucedo exited after nearly a decade, citing entrenched exploitation. Former producers like Tom Reynolds noted in that core challenges—unpaid labor, , and inadequate safety—mirrored those from the site's 2008 origins, indicating systemic inertia under Michaud's leadership rather than isolated incidents.

2018 #ChangeTheChannel Allegations

In early April 2018, a group of over a dozen former Channel Awesome producers and contributors published a 73-page titled "Not So Awesome," compiling anonymous and attributed personal accounts of alleged misconduct, mismanagement, and unprofessionalism by the company's leadership, including CEO and co-founders and Walker. The , shared via under the hashtag #ChangeTheChannel, prompted public announcements of departure from several prominent creators, including Lewis Lovhaug (Linkara of Atop the Fourth Wall), who left on March 24, 2018, citing irreconcilable differences with management. Allegations of poor working conditions centered on events like the annual Contributor Summits, where producers reportedly endured 18-hour workdays in an unventilated attic without access to water, leading to exhaustion and health risks. Contributors claimed injuries from unsafe stunts during collaborative productions, such as anniversary specials, followed by pressure to sign nondisclosure agreements (NDAs) or waivers absolving the company of liability, with one allegedly coerced into signing post-injury. Financial exploitation was also cited, including unpaid labor justified as "exposure," arbitrary revenue share reductions, and dependency on the platform amid early YouTube monetization challenges, exacerbating tolerance for mistreatment. Sexual misconduct claims highlighted management's alleged inaction on known predators, including former producer "JewWario," whose grooming of underage female fans was reportedly ignored despite complaints, culminating in his 2014 suicide amid separate investigations. Allison Pregler (Obscurus Lupa) alleged she was fired in 2013 after confronting JewWario and raising concerns with Michaud, who dismissed the issue; similar inaction was claimed regarding then-COO Mike Ellis's history of harassment and stalking. A misogynistic atmosphere was described, with verbal bullying disproportionately targeting women, including aggressive berating by Michaud that reduced employees to tears, favoritism toward the Walker brothers' projects, and pressure during the Gamergate era to tolerate harassment of female creators while hiring individuals sympathetic to the movement. Broader mismanagement accusations included , poor communication, and arbitrary firings, such as one producer dismissed after missing a workday following surgery, then bound by a three-year barring industry work. Contributors like Pregler and (former Nostalgia Chick) reported a culture of intimidation, where raising issues led to retaliation, and events like desert shoots lacked basic safety provisions like adequate water. The document's release amplified preexisting tensions, with accounts attributing a false sense of "community" to mask hierarchical exploitation under the Walkers' creative control.

Company Responses, Reforms, and Departures

In response to the #ChangeTheChannel allegations emerging in March 2018, Channel Awesome management, led by CEO , issued a detailed statement on April 11, 2018, via their official page, addressing specific claims such as allegations of a misogynistic work environment, inadequate accommodations during shoots, and mishandling of past cases. The statement refuted the misogyny charge by noting that multiple current and former female producers explicitly denied experiencing or witnessing such an atmosphere, admitted to prior incidents involving a producer's but claimed immediate relocation and eventual departure of the individual in question, and countered accusations of or favoritism by asserting that communications were professional and decisions were data-driven. The response, which also included a video titled "Their Side of the Story," was widely criticized by former producers and observers for its defensive tone, partial admissions framed as misunderstandings (e.g., apologizing that contributors "felt that way" without conceding fault), and perceived failure to address broader systemic issues like inconsistent communication and pressure to meet production quotas. Critics, including departing creators, described it as unprofessional and exacerbating the rift rather than resolving it. The controversy prompted immediate and substantial departures from Channel Awesome. On March 24, 2018, prominent producer Lewis Lovhaug (known as Linkara) announced his exit, citing long-standing discontent with leadership under Michaud and a lack of accountability for mismanagement. This was followed by a cascade of resignations from other key figures, including Allison Pregler (Obscurus Lupa), Phelan Porteous (Phelous), and dozens more, with a compiled list documenting over 30 producers severing ties by early April 2018, often publicly via under the #ChangeTheChannel . Post-allegations, Channel Awesome did not announce formal structural reforms such as new HR policies or independent audits, but the mass exodus effectively restructured operations into a leaner model centered on founders and Walker, with reduced reliance on external contributors and a pivot toward Nostalgia Critic-centric content. Subscriber losses exceeded 60% in the immediate aftermath, dropping from around 1.2 million to under 500,000 by early , reflecting the operational contraction. In a 2021 retrospective video, Walker acknowledged management shortcomings and the emotional toll, indicating internal shifts toward clearer boundaries and less collaborative shoots, though the company maintained Michaud as CEO without his departure.

Post-2018 Aftermath and Ongoing Operations

In the immediate aftermath of the #ChangeTheChannel allegations in April 2018, nearly all affiliated content creators and producers departed , severing ties with the company amid widespread dissatisfaction with management practices, including poor communication and inadequate support for contributors. Key departures included figures such as , Allison Pregler, and Kaylyn Saucedo, who cited a toxic work environment and economic incentives from independent platforms like as factors enabling their exit. The company's initial public response, which denied many claims and labeled some ex-contributors as untruthful, drew further criticism for appearing defensive and unprofessional, exacerbating the exodus and trending #ChangeTheChannel on . Channel Awesome, under Doug Walker, acknowledged shortcomings such as rapid overexpansion and communication failures in subsequent reflections, leading to operational reforms centered on scaling back to a smaller, in-house team to foster better oversight and employee relations. This shift emphasized a core group including Walker, his brother , Malcolm Ray, and Tamara Chambers, prioritizing personal connections and respect over broad contributor networks, with Walker stating that lessons from the informed a return to focused, passion-driven production. Remaining staff described the post-reform environment as professional and supportive, contrasting with prior complaints, though no formal independent audits or HR overhauls were publicly detailed. Ongoing operations have centered on Walker's Nostalgia Critic series as the primary output, with the official YouTube channel maintaining activity through regular episode releases, including reviews of films like the 2025 Snow White remake on September 3, 2025, and the Hobbit trilogy in the NC2025 installment. The company relocated to a new studio in 2019 and upgraded again in 2025, sustaining a reduced but consistent production rhythm despite stagnating viewership metrics compared to pre-2018 peaks. As of 2025, Channel Awesome operates as a streamlined entity emphasizing Walker's content, with limited crossovers from former contributors and no major return of departed talent, reflecting a pivot from collaborative empire to core-team model.

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