FAQ
Most frequent questions and answers
We don’t know is the simplest answer . The date is a moving target as new shows is always popping up and the YouTube algorithm moves us one way or another
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We take consistent viewer suggestions into account, see what works best with other channels who may have tried that content, choose shows that we genuinely enjoy, and run polls on Patreon to see what our community is most excited about.
For starters I wanted to say that K dramas do not interfere with anime reactions, I cover everything that’s worthwhile. If I’m not covering an anime it’s generally because we don’t know if it’s worthwhile. So decided to share my thought process and I designed this diagram to help you have an understanding of what goes on in my head.
Don’t get caught up in which shows are ones or twos or threes this can be highly debatable and subjective. It’s just to give you an idea. We can argue about what shows going on one category or a two category or three category all day. Lol.
How I Select Shows to React To
I want to break down how I choose which shows we react to so you understand the thought process behind it. The goal is to ensure we’re covering content you love while balancing the time and resources it takes to produce reactions.
1. The Big Picture: What Gets Covered?
The shows we pick fall into two categories:
• Broad Appeal: These are shows that attract multiple types of audiences at once.
• Niche Appeal: These shows might have smaller fanbases, but the fans are extremely passionate and supportive.
2. The Numbers: What Do They Mean?
Here’s a quick explanation of the numbers in the graph I shared. They represent how much overlap and demand a show has across different types of audiences.
• Level 1 (Universal Appeal):
These shows are no-brainers—they appeal to everyone. They’re massive hits that everyone’s talking about, no matter their usual interests.
Examples:
• Squid Game: K-drama fans and non-K-drama fans alike watched this.
• Attack on Titan: Both hardcore anime fans and casual viewers got hooked on this.
• The Last of Us: Gamers, non-gamers, drama lovers—this show has something for everyone.
Decision: We’ll always react to shows like these without hesitation.
• Level 2–3 (Strong Multigroup Appeal):
These shows connect with several distinct groups, even if they don’t appeal to everyone.
Examples:
• Arcane: It reached gamers, animation lovers, and Netflix binge-watchers.
• Demon Slayer: Its stunning animation and accessible story brought in hardcore fans and casual anime viewers.
• Cobra Kai: It hooked karate fans, nostalgia buffs, and drama lovers.
Decision: These shows are also prioritized because they appeal to overlapping audiences.
• Level 4 (Moderate Overlap):
Shows at this level might appeal to fewer groups but still generate a decent amount of interest.
Examples:
• Reincarnated as a Sword: This appeals mostly to isekai fans but has some niche curiosity.
• Vivy: Fluorite Eye’s Song: A sci-fi gem with a loyal but smaller fanbase.
Decision: These shows get considered when the fan interest is clear and consistent.
• Level 5 (Niche but Passionate):
These are shows that cater to a small, specific group of fans, but those fans are incredibly vocal and supportive.
Examples:
• Magical Girl Shows (e.g., Sailor Moon Crystal): Only a niche group loves these, but their loyalty makes up for the smaller size.
• Made in Abyss: Dark, emotional, and attracts a smaller but very dedicated audience.
Decision: If the niche fanbase shows strong enough demand, we’ll react to these.
3. Why Some Shows Don’t Get Covered
If a show isn’t being reacted to, it’s usually for one of these reasons:
• Demand Uncertainty: I’m not sure if there’s enough interest to justify covering it.
• Overly Niche: It doesn’t appeal to enough people to make a reaction worthwhile.
That said, I know I mentioned trying more Episode 1 tests, and I admit I haven’t done enough of those. If you’re okay with me experimenting, I’d like to test Episode 1 of certain shows and see how you all respond. If it does well, I’ll continue covering it.
4. Balancing Anime and Non-Anime Content
Some of you worry that non-anime shows (like Cobra Kai or Arcane) take away from anime reactions. Let me reassure you:
• Non-anime reactions don’t replace anime content; they’re carefully scheduled to complement it.
• For example, reacting to Arcane only impacted one episode of Reincarnated as a Sword, but we still stayed on top of our main lineup.
5. What I Prioritize
At the end of the day, my goal is to react to shows that you, the collective audience, care about the most. Here’s how I prioritize:
1. Broad Appeal: If a show appeals to a wide range of viewers, it’s almost always covered.
2. Strong Demand: If one fandom is extremely vocal and united, I’ll consider it, even if it’s niche.
3. Experimenting with Episode 1: This is a way to test interest for lesser-known or underrated shows.
6. Examples of Overlap in Shows
To help explain how I decide, here are some examples of shows and the audiences they attract:
• Universal (1):
• The Last of Us: Gamers, drama fans, post-apocalyptic fans.
• Squid Game: K-drama lovers and mainstream binge-watchers.
• Strong Multigroup (2–3):
• Arcane: Gamers, anime fans, Netflix viewers.
• Attack on Titan: Hardcore and casual anime fans.
• Moderate Overlap (4):
• Reincarnated as a Sword: Isolated to isekai fans but still popular.
• Niche but Strong (5):
• gushing over magical girls
• Made in Abyss: A smaller but extremely passionate fanbase.
Final Thoughts
This system isn’t perfect, but it helps me balance covering the shows you love while ensuring I have the time and resources to make reactions the best they can be. If you have suggestions or want me to test Episode 1 of a show, let me know—I always want to hear from you!
At the end of the day, whether it’s a broad hit or a niche gem, the goal is to react to what you care about most.
When a show isn’t widely searched for, it means fewer people will find and watch our reaction. Since editing takes time and effort, we have to balance our schedule wisely. YouTube also favors videos that perform well, so consistently reacting to low-performing shows can impact the channel’s overall reach. That said, we still watch and enjoy plenty of shows off-camera!
Complicated answer but in short I’m balancing popular shows and un popular shows. I’ll post frequently a show thats popular to counter the show that’s not performing well so the channel algorithm stays healthy. Also if a show has a lot of episodes, we’ll run through that faster.
As soon as i know, i will update it, as i am unsure until the official update is made. I’d like to avoid committing to earl incase there is pressing need to change plans. Dont want to upset anyone with false promises
The crew records Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday
Therefore if a show comes out on any other day, it cant be recorded until the day we meet next
Also consider the current schedule and daily schedule which may or may not be filled. We priortize the shows that have the highest community support and factor which show new or old will be covered.
Whenever i know the answer to this…I will either A. Post the show or B update the schedule.
If you ask about when a show is gonna post…i’m not gonna know…because whenever i decide, i just do it or update the schedule..you are likely going to be asking while i’m already pre occupied…I’m not thinking about it and/or i dont want to answer and then something happens and my mind changes giving you a false promise.
So long story short…Check the schedule
Schedule follows DATE not TIME..I live in Florida and have by 11:59 pm to post
Will You React To My Suggestion
We get dozens of suggestions a day, so i cant definelty say i will react to YOURS but we consider the suggestions that people mention the most and or The collective watches reactions for the most. If your recommending an underrated show, just remember we are trying to make as much of our community happy as possible so it has to be a show that most people are hyping. If you are among the very few suggesting it, it will be difficult to cover.
How do we select a show?
When considering shows or movies for reactions, we focus on a few key factors:
- It must align with our channel’s theme.
- It should be one of the most requested by The Collective (our community).
- It shouldn’t be an overly long commitment that disrupts our content schedule.
We also prioritize content that is safe to post on both YouTube and Patreon. Since many Patreons discover us through YouTube before joining for uncut reactions, early access, and community perks, we ensure our content works well across both platforms.
Regarding Chinese dramas and other international shows:
I enjoy watching Chinese dramas with my wife, but since we can’t react to everything, this is one of the few things we simply watch and chill with. Most of them are too long to fit into our recording schedule, and we don’t want to cut back on existing content to accommodate them.
This applies to many international shows outside of K-dramas—unless there’s overwhelming demand from our audience, we’ll watch them on our own time.
A show will be uploaded as soon as one of our editors can get to it. They prioritize content that The Collective wants to see most at the moment, while also considering how long it will remain relevant in the YouTube algorithm.
Want to have a say in what gets posted next? Join our Patreon! It’s free to participate in polls, and even sponsoring a show for just one month can make a real impact on what we cover. 🚀
Not at all! We already maximize our anime content, following a set quota to ensure we cover as much as possible. Adding K-Dramas doesn’t take away from anime—it actually helps in several ways.
- Watching K-Dramas provides a refreshing change of pace and prevents burnout from watching anime all day. Not every anime episode is a high-energy banger, especially during slow builds, so switching it up keeps things exciting.
- Seeing real people act is a nice contrast to animation and is easier on the eyes after long recording sessions.
- Both anime and K-Drama audiences are essential to keeping our content sustainable. With only one of these communities, we’d actually have less funding overall, meaning fewer uploads for both.
Strangely enough, adding K-Dramas helps anime content thrive. The overlap in interest and increased overall support push us just over the threshold needed to maintain consistent recording hours for everything we do. So in the end, everyone benefits! 🚀
Polls occur spontanously when i notice we are about to run out of a show or something…So stay tuned to a notification on patreon for a poll because i generally dont know…until I know.
Most anime shows are chosen based on what people are watching online and the patreon discord and I discuss shows to add.
Question:
Why don’t you divide the polls into genres so there’s more variety and everyone’s favorite shows have a chance?
Answer:
Even if we divide the polls by genre, not everyone’s show will get covered. It just spreads the focus across more areas—but at the end of the day, it still takes time away from another show. There’s always a trade-off.
Detailed Answer:
The channel already offers variety—we cover K-dramas, Western live-action shows, and anime. So variety is baked in. But the truth is: you can’t make everyone happy.
The real question we ask before picking a show is:
“How do we make the most people happy with this one pick?”
“How can we get this video seen by the most people possible after investing in editing?”
Most of the time, the answer is simple:
Post the show the most people want to see right now, with as few limitations as possible.
If I excluded romance, for example, I might be cutting out the shows that are performing the best or getting the most engagement. I can see that clearly when the video is done, the editor’s been paid, and the numbers come back on YouTube.
Now—if there’s ever fatigue in one genre, we can absolutely add a temporary limitation to refresh the content palette. But I’m not here to push personal preferences. If there’s something I want to watch for me, I can just enjoy it off-camera.
This channel is built for the community.
So my focus is always this:
“What do YOU want to see the most?”
And then making sure nothing gets in the way of the best show winning the selection.
Question: When will you update the schedule?
Anaswer: If your thinking of this question likely that means i’m already behind and the answer is ASAP. Theres just about always something i gotta do and will get to it asap
Question: How many times will you post X weekly
Answer: We will follow the schedule and upload it as frequently as feasible and what makes sense. So just pay attention to the schedule and you’ll have the answer as soon as its updated.