I’m sure these freak events really happened, but it seems irresponsib(ru)le to make people feel like this might happen to them, just for views

Update: I have hidden channel names in the interest of letting people know this is criticizing the tr(ul)end, and not any specific YouTubers

Edit: If you’re here to discuss any particular YouTuber, please scroll down. I’ve already had this discussion, and I have nothing more to consider or add regarding this derailment. I’ve fixed the problem by posting an edited image. Thank you so much!

  • spujb@lemmy.cafeEnglish
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    8 months ago

    i am of the seemingly rare opinion that youtube clickbait is far from the worst part of the platform. in this instance there is no misinformation, no harm.

    i don’t buy the “just for views” stuff. like, it’s youtube, the whole purpose is views. these titles don’t even verge on deception, the most extreme result of this is that a few people start washing their hands and booking veterinarian appointments more frequently.