WWW Posted May 5, 2014 Posted May 5, 2014 This is a recent project that I've been working on. It's a non-profit, open source YouTube channel that is dedicated to thought-provoking content. I value the feedback from this community both positive and negative, so let me know what you all think, and if you have any video suggestions to add to the channel feel free to post them here. I am still unable to copy/paste links, quotes, images, videos, etc., so I apologize in advance for the inconvenience, but the link is in my profile under website URL.
ribuck Posted May 5, 2014 Posted May 5, 2014 Here's a link to the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9cydesWzv8lVQh3us0fSWA But what does it even mean to be an "open source" YouTube channel? The term "open source" relates to computer software, and means that the source code is open to viewing and modification. On your channel, the videos are not even "Creative Commons" licensed. They are uploaded under the standard YouTube proprietary license. Hang on ... these are not even your own videos, just copies of other people's videos. If you want to curate other people's videos, just make YouTube playlists instead, or post reviews or remixes, or add value in some other way.
ParaSait Posted May 5, 2014 Posted May 5, 2014 "Open source" is the new phrase for "awesome". Kinda like "3D" or "2000" used to be.
WWW Posted May 5, 2014 Author Posted May 5, 2014 This channel serves as an introduction channel to help promote other YouTube channels, FDR being one of them. It is open source in the sense that the content uploaded is copyright free and encouraged to share and upload by the original producers or creators. Also, subscribers can make recommendations or suggestions for videos that they think should be added to the channel. If the video is popular based on the amount of views, likes, shares, etc., then it stays on the channel, if not then it is removed.
ribuck Posted May 5, 2014 Posted May 5, 2014 I'm sure you can do better than that, Walker. Also, you'll probably find it much more satisfying to add value of your own.
WWW Posted May 5, 2014 Author Posted May 5, 2014 I certainly plan to. Thank you for your honest input.
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