Where to Watch the Election

Issue #287 | Nov. 5, 2024

This Election Night, content creators across the internet will be offering live coverage and watch parties for the big night.

With election night streams across Twitch, YouTube, TikTok and more, creators are pairing thoughtful commentary with in-depth discussions and unconventional perspectives on the political process.

Whether you’re looking for data-driven analysis, community commentary, or just to have a laugh, there are creators streaming to fit every preference. Click here for a rundown of where to tune in, who’s streaming, and what some of our favorite creators have in store.

– Taylor Lorenz, Passionfruit Contributor

PERSONALITIES

How Rob Potylo (aka Robby Roadsteamer) Trolled Steve Bannon

The comic behind Robby Roadsteamer wants you to know, “there’s still art out there.”

By Steven Asarch, Passionfruit Contributor

Robby Roadstreamer talking into mega phone over Steve Bannon at microphones

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IN THE BIZ

YouTube channel Dude Perfect is building a production facility for creators.
Instagram is introducing new tools to filter and categorize DMs.
As YouTube takes the lead in streaming, Netflix and Roku have stopped sharing subscriber counts.
X is rolling out an update to the block feature, allowing blocked users to view your public posts.

PLATFORMS

Twitch Introduces Political Content Classification

Twitch is labeling political streams — but is it too little, too late?

By Charlotte Colombo, Passionfruit Contributor

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Twitch Finally Introduces Content Classification

CULTURE

TikTok trend about ‘canceling out’ another person’s vote

TikTokers Are ‘Cancelling Out’ Each Other’s Vote

Is it a joke? Or is it something else?

By Charlotte Colombo, Passionfruit Contributor

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UPCOMING EVENTS

ComplexCon is Nov. 16-17 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Digital Marketing World Forum is Nov. 26-27 in Amsterdam.
Creator Economy Live is Feb. 4-5 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
The Platform is Mar. 21 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

WHAT WE’RE WATCHING

We’re back for season 3 of the Reactorverse Podcast, with very special guests Madison & Christian from Mac React!

Coming from Texas, the duo was one of the many channels born out of the pandemic boom who eventually found their place in the community as regular reactors of TV shows and films. 🎬

Now with a newborn baby, they share how their overall channel management has evolved to accommodate what feels comfortable for them and their schedules.