Controversial Topics and Channels tips and tricks

[Losoyo]

Hey All,

I think one of the most interesting (and for me, fun) ideas to grow brand strength and viewership is to not be afraid to be controversial. It's a fine line for sure. If you go to far one way or to far another with out being 'all for the cause' - you can end up disenfranchising both sides and losing subscribers. I think it can be done it just takes some work, you can use alot of the steps I've seen already.

Examples of Possible Controversial Content: Religion, Amanda Todd, Prostitution and rights, Etc.

Things I've Learned:

1) Add something novel: On response vids - I take a shot every time I disagree with someone.
2) Project: If I disagree, I show it. If it angers me, I show it.
3) Watch Showmanship: Audiences can detect being fake, though.

Those seem to work - What do you guys like or have found works?

 

[Elizabeth Prior]

I definitely think you're right. Adding a touch of controversy really gets peoples attention.

 

[watermelonR0Fl]

With being controversial you also have to be careful, you still need to have valid points to bring to the table.

 

[Elizabeth Prior]

With being controversial you also have to be careful, you still need to have valid points to bring to the table.

Thank you! That is what people need to realize.

Validity is key.

 

[Losoyo]

Being Controversial for Controversial's sake is definetly not the way to go - It's a short term gain, long term loss. Also controversial topics generally don't have a 'right' side. I think consistency, logical assumption, and being able to show sources plays a key role.

 

[darklordabc]

Use swear words in unusual places, and play on strange sterotypes that offend people.

 

[DeantheDinosauce]

I'm trying to get more controversial with my content about religion.