SciShow Patreon Transition Overview

SciShow announces a transition from Subbable to Patreon due to changes in Amazon Payments. The video explains the importance of viewer support for SciShow's operations and growth. It provides instructions for current Subbable subscribers to switch to Patreon and highlights the benefits of becoming a Patreon patron. The video concludes with gratitude towards viewers for their support.

What is the main reason for the unusual nature of this SciShow video?

• It's a farewell message.

• It's a special holiday episode.

• It's a request for financial support.

• It's a behind-the-scenes tour.

Who is mentioned as being behind the camera in the video?

• Hank

• Caitlin

• Emily

• John

What platform did SciShow use to receive voluntary subscriptions before the transition?

• Subbable

• GoFundMe

• Kickstarter

• Patreon

How many subscribers does SciShow have on its main channel?

• One million

• Two and a half million

• Five million

• Three hundred thousand

Why did SciShow need to find a new payment system?

• Subbable was shutting down.

• They were expanding to new markets.

• Amazon Payments was being discontinued.

• They wanted to merge with another company.

What will Patreon do for every dollar pledged in the first month and a half?

• Match it

• Invest it

• Double it

• Donate it to charity

What is the first step for current Subbable subscribers during the transition?

• Wait for an email notification.

• Contact customer support.

• Convert their subscription to a Patreon pledge.

• Cancel their subscription.

What is one of the benefits mentioned for becoming a Patreon patron?

• Personalized video messages.

• Access to exclusive merchandise.

• Early access to new videos.

• Access to a patron-only activity feed.

What is one of the rewards for big spenders on Patreon?

• A SciShow T-shirt

• A tour of the SciShow studio

• Becoming President of Space

• A personalized thank you video

What is the main goal of SciShow as mentioned in the video?

• To create a new science podcast

• To become the most popular science channel

• To explore and share the peculiarities of the universe

• To collaborate with other YouTube channels