Why Do We Watch Youtubers And Streamers?

Barely even existing a decade ago, now they are prominent forms of media.

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On its face the idea of spending time watching someone else do their make-up, prank their neighbors, editorialize their lives, play video games, or simply react to other content can seem rather silly. To those currently over the age of 55 it can sound downright ridiculous. But the needs being fulfilled are natural and…