Thanks for 25,000 subscribers

In this video I’d like to thank you for helping me reach 25,000 subscribers, and I’ll answer various questions you’ve asked me. Among other subjects, I’ll be explaining why I don’t monetize my videos or accept sponsorships. It seems that 25,000 subscribers is a milestone on YouTube, and I’ve received my first serious offer of a sponsorship deal, but I’ve chosen not to accept it.


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