A Brothers Winn Special Update
It’s been a long time… Do I look different?
Well, I shaved. I kinda had to – I had a job interview. There’s just nothing like sitting across the table from a guy who’s asking you, “Is this really what you want to do with the rest of your life?” and you find your head’s nodding ‘yes’ even though your brain’s screaming (slowed down) ‘NOOOO!’
A lot of you have been asking what have we been up to. What have we been up to?
Have you ever heard of ‘Cash Cab?’ No, they already have a host for that show, but here’s the short version:
So the guys who do that show contacted us and said, “Hey, we want to do a show with you,” and we said, “Ok.” But then they contacted us back after a lot of back and forth and said, “No, we really don’t want to do a show with you,” which is really strange because they were the ones that came to us and said “We want to do a show with you” in the first place.
The bottom line was, “Don’t call us, we’ll call you. Again.” Which… they won’t.
Strike one, you’re out.
Wait, that’s not how it works.
It is in this game.
But we didn’t give up there. We ended up talking to a bunch of other production companies, including the Discovery channel. Hey, we did all those write ups – we had to pitch it to somebody. We’ve been pitching and no one’s at bat.
I really don’t like this game. I mean, all you do is stand there, stretching, waiting for something to happen. That’s what playing the field’s all about.
Why can’t life just give me what I want? Without any effort on my part? Is that too much to ask?! Boy am I a whiner…
Who you know is very important. And we don’t know anybody. You got to be a player and we’re more like the water boy in the dugout.
So, what’s the new plan? Ha, what isn’t. We entered the show into a film festival where the prize is getting your stuff in front of real TV producers. Yeah, real ones with arms and legs and everything. And there are only four categories. Drama fiction, drama nonfiction, comedy fiction, and comedy nonfiction. Come on, who else is going to enter with comedy nonfiction?
Why so desperate to go mainstream? It’s simple. You see, all the money is mainstream. Do you know how much most podcasters make? *Whispers* Zero. Yeah, they don’t tell you that for a reason.
Ok, enough about our field of dreams. Camera guys got splinters from the bench so it’s time to talk about the show. Our show. You know, the show that’s on break? Was on break. Are we still on break?
Just try and think of the past few months as a really long seventh inning stretch. With no singing. [Sings]
So we’ve had a few suggestions made: start putting up user content, make a DVD or a cool new intro that will bring in millions of views.
[New video intro plays]
Snappy, huh? Let’s watch it again.
[New video intro plays again]
So we’re making a DVD with a bunch of our favorites and four, will-never-be-seen-online episodes. Unless some little, dirty internet pirate rips it and then uploads it. We’re sending Mickey after you.
[Mickey Mouse voice] Hahaha!
Here’s the catch: There’s always a catch. If enough of you preorder the DVD then we’ll be able to make the DVDs and keep the show alive over the summer. You win, we win, everybody wins. It’s like tee-ball.
Right now our batting average is like ninety-six which sounds really good… except it’s not out of a hundred.
Transcribed by: Shannon McT.
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resistorj3
Hey guys, just got laid off two days ago. But thanks to you two I'm looking at it as ...Carolyn{207}
Awwww you fixed the page lol. oh well i wasn't even a part of anything do deserve it lol. it's ...starb37
Just watched the show with the family yesterday... hilarious! And now Everyone who gets the DVD will be able to ...BlueX273
Aww man!!! So no more new ROFL/WTF (WTF in a funny way) shows coming up on the internet; and you ...Rob B
FIRST PLACE! WOOHOO!socalcutie82 [22]
Yeah, what happened to the Undergroud Video that was on here the other day....did camera guy decide you couldn't buy ...FanOfAr
Hey, if anyone you know (or any of us) is able to record you on a camera while on stage, ...designertoxophilite [22]
Hey Brett. Hope you performed well! Looking forward to hearing the results!pkw
Brett- Best Wishes for tomorrow's performance! We're looking forward to learning how you did.Pheonix_blu{207}
Hey!! what happened to WYOTK Underground "Bussiness deal"?? Aw man :-(Christian [22]
You are in the finals woot.narutonaf
I was thinking i could get my school to tell people about this website in the video announcements we have ...JRascal
When will your next show be? i heard you do it like once a week or so is that still ...boogirl
i hope your mission is successful i really like this showsocalcutie82 [22]
AngInAmerica - That's a great one too...I love the language and grammar idea. I can't wait to get the ...Samnsparky
I am sorry, I should have been more specific. I meant how many have been pre-ordered?Samnsparky
Just curious, how many people got a DVD?catfood
hey whats up with this show. this is different. found you guys on u tube. hope to see moreAngInAmerica
Too bad about getting 2nd place, Brett - I know you were aiming for 3rd... :) And thanks, socialcutie; I ...Carolyn{207}
Congrats on 2nd place Brett!socalcutie82 [22]
Thank you AngInAmerica...I think the other people who knocked my idea didn't understand what I was saying, you apparently did!! ...AngInAmerica
I love socalcutie82's idea about making different volumes of wyotk DVDs - in fact, I think it would be awesome ...Ingrid [22]
So, Are we going to find out which 15 shows made it to the DVD? or is it going to ...Pheonix_blu{207}
Hey Brothers Winn, just wanted to post to let you know we're all behind you in your efforts. I'm going ...Carolyn{207}
wow i haven't commented in a while...well now I'm up to date. hope the show can be save. (even though ...The Brothers Winn
Unofficial notice: You can buy the DVD anytime. It is the voting deadline that has past. And ...thorondor {207}
I think you'll still be able to order the DVDs, but not be able to vote on what goes on ...nick
will you still be able to order the dvd tomorrow?Pheonix_blu{207}
Hey everyone, if you're helping with the "secret mission" make sure you get your vote in every day for the ...The Brothers Winn
OFFICIAL NOTICE! All votes for DVD content must be in by 12pm Pacific time on July 25th. Yeah this isn't ...grimhold
can't wait to get the DVD in the mailInsaneAI{207}
Alright, For anyone who wants to join me, starting on my next payday, and continuing from there, I am pledging a ...Pheonix_blu{207}
If they did it in volumes they would have to sell 150 of each volume to cover the production costs ...socalcutie82 [22]
Here's just a thought...since it looks like it might take a while to get those 650 DVDs ordered to keep ...nick
I would not pay for the show, but I wouldn't mind watching ten minutes of advertising and seeing 98% of ...AngInAmerica
I don't think they could get away with that if they called it a fee... 'cause fees are evil. ...InsaneAI{207}
Hmm.. Just throwing this out there... Who here would be willing to pay a monthly subscription fee for the ...InsaneAI{207}
I'm down with that idea. But short of giving them money, I don't have many other ideas... ...designertoxophilite [22]
I love the fact that the brothers Winn still love creating the podcast, despite not making much money from it. ...AngInAmerica
I completely agree, InsaneAl. I'm a total skeptic in situations like that. I'm just grateful the Winn Brothers ...InsaneAI{207}
Another thought... If there were endless advertisements on this page for other companies products. Wouldn't that hurt the brothers credability? ...InsaneAI{207}
I have two hobbies I get paid for. I'm a computer geek, and I work in an IT department. ...Pheonix_blu{207}
No problem Al, welcome to our ranks! As our numbers swell we grow closer to our goal of TOTAL INTERNET ...InsaneAI{207}
Thank you Pheonix, I appreciate the help. Now I see how easy that was... and I feel like ...InsaneAI
Test Test...pheonix_blu{207}
You're right AngInAmerica, I know because I do fix cars for a hobby, and since it is a hobby_ I ...AngInAmerica
Thanks, MoreFood for not being offended by the responses you received. I think I do see your point, but ...MoreFood
Well, the reason I started this exchange of opinions, was essentially to find out how other people think of taking ...gettoman
Morefood - If you don't see all the videos, all the wallpapers, shirts, and other things they have done in ...AngInAmerica
Ouch, MoreFood - that's pretty harsh. I'm sorry that I don't pay you to read, but I'm afraid it ...MoreFood
Although I am willing to support the effort of the DVD, is it not so that if one chooses a ...pheonix_blu{207}
InsaneAl, also you'll have to give yourself a nickname first then click "update profile" at the bottom before you can ...pheonix_blu{207}
Yeah InsaneAl, go to your WordPress profile page, you can't change your user name, but you can give yourself a ...InsaneAI
Okay, I know you guys have probably answered this before, but, I'm just too lazy to go and figure out where ...thorondor {207}
I'm still around, just haven't commented much.pheonix_blu{207}
Hey thanks Carolyn, BTW speaking of "people" where have all the other {207}ers gone? There used to be tons but ...Carolyn{207}
Im one of "those people" too. Sorry i wasn't in the conversation but i felt the need to share that ...pheonix_blu{207}
Hey Kel, I'm "one of those people" myself, I was just giving them a little flack as a joke. I ...Kel [22]
BTW phoenix-- watch the stereotyping. I, like the Bros. Winn, think global warming is all hype, think gay marriage deserves ...Kel [22]
Question-- say you get enough orders to bring the show back. Is that back every day like it used to ...pheonix_blu{207}
Glad we're getting the DVDs! Just cast my vote for your song, By the way I been following your show ...resistorj3
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Try selling your show to TLC (assuming you haven't). I saw a show about a 650lb virgin. I ...InsaneAI
Horray!!!! The first mile marker is reached!! Murphy... Fah! What does he know! Alright, now, we need ...Curtis [22]
DID IT! Topped 150. But I just went to my mailbox, and no DVD. What gives? ...The Brothers Winn
So close ... just two more. But Murphy's Law irrevocably decrees there can only be one more. EDIT: I guess ...henrynew
Looking forward to your release of your DVD! Keep up the great work.psycholucy
I told all of my college buddies about you guys and all of my community website friends as well. ...InsaneAI
Uh oh... We seem to be stalling out... Come on, only 8 more copies! Well, really 508 copies to ...Curtis [22]
Fifteen more! Got my votes in. Looking forward to the DVD.Kel [22]
Woo-hoo! I voted for Talk Like a Pirate Day, Autism, and the Language Guide. I hope at least one gets on ...The Brothers Winn
The voting page is here - http://www.whatyououghttoknow.com/sponsorship/confirmation/voting.php - There is also a link on the store page.InsaneAI
Brothers Winn, I'd like to vote, but I don't see where I'm supposed to vote for the shows I'd like to ...The Brothers Winn
We just updated the site. Anyone who has pre-ordered a DVD gets to vote for the shows that will ...vududady
I like your show and hope that you don't quit. It seems like it has to take off sooner or ...MrNuncio
Number 122! Hope it helps ^^ first time commenting hope its not the last!socalcutie82 [22]
Call me a [22] snob, but I had to think for a while of something to do to submit and ...Carolyn{207}
i have a question. if we pre order enough dvd's (which will save the show for a bit) will the ...The Disfactor
I really like your show, but I think you work to hard on trying to protect yourselves. I found the ...henrynew
Come on 44 more.... help spread the word!designertoxophilite [22]
Theres always {207} for those not in [22]? Where are all the {207}'s and the [22] members items...InsaneAI
I agree with wagazarm, there should be a group called 150, but only if the 650 mark is reached, it ...edification
Of the 15 episodes on the dvd, how did you choose the other 11 episodes? Are they your favorites or ...wagazarm
There's the 22, and now there should be 150 ... Those of use who were too late to get into ...wolfman2525 [22]
I need to be able to purchase the DVD other than the choices you have. Is there another way to ...Teagan [22]
Like other [22]ers, I wonder what has happened to our lovely side videos?Nospinplease
as soon as I get paid, which is veryyy soon I can buy it. Trying to save for college is ...The Brothers Winn
marc, um... no comment? The happy thing about buying the dvd is that is supports the show. Obviously we put those ...marc
You know... on your show about internet piracy... you technically welcomed 30-40% of the internet to steal your show... Does ...Marty
Welcome back, guys. Youtube wouldn't be the same without your daily dose of random funny information.the pants eater [22]
what's up with [22] by the way? it's not workingthe pants eater [22]
yay!dionicia
Hey, your Paypal payment button doesn't work. I just tried it on two different browsers! P.S. Love the show. ...pheonix_blu{207}
I,ve already promised my firt three copies to people I know, so I just ordered three more . Every one ...ALLSurvivor
YEY!!! I'm glad you're back! I pre-ordered my dvd and really really want you guys to make it so I ...carolynjane4
I just ordered 10 - will send to friends and family - advise others to do the same! :)ALEXANDER
I love you guys ! Missed you soooooo much ! I'll order that DVD as soon as I can ! and ...socalcutie82 [22]
YAY!! We have done our part and ordered the DVD...and we are telling all our friends about the website, so ...kjeracarroll
I am so glad you are back we love you guys!! I miss laughing and nodding my head in agreeance ...henrynew
Bought the DVD! My first online purchase after getting my card! Keep up the great work.catpigeon
Do you guys do flash cartoons? What's the best way to get a hold of your other business?hygentist [22]
YAY! Ordered the DVD, and the ringtone (even though it sounds kindof like a monkey in the beginning)and if we ...Russ [22]
And you're back! You've been terribly missed.Nospinplease
OMG!!!!! *dances up and down crazily* YOU GUYS ARE BACK!!! I am gonna buy a dvd cuz it was torturous ...resistorj3
oh... and pre-ordered the DVD.resistorj3
I just Facebooked and twittered your url and please love them an buy the DVD info! I'll also go ...CEDRICnumber23
I just pre-ordered the dvd. I do have a question for The Brothers Winn though . . i was wondering ...steph {207}
Yes! =D It's so good to have you guys back! Hopefully for good. I love the intro by the way. ...PC1462
YAY!!! I'll preorder mine in a week. My mom won't let me till the number goes up.Curtis [22]
Purchase complete. WELCOME BACK! The candle never went out.SNES
I'm considering pre-ordering the DVD as a reward if I do well on my Accounting exam tomorrow. I won't ...gettoman
http://digg.com/educational/WYOTK_Get_Your_DVDs_NOW Digg it!designertoxophilite [22]
Woot you're back, or may be back if you get enough dvd sales! Well done for keeping your dream alive, ...nick
yay your back. Awesome. You turned a terrible day with two three hour regents exams into a great day. I'm ...InsaneAI
Thank you for responding. I'll be ordering this one way or another. I missed you guys, you're one ...The Brothers Winn
InsaneAI, We'll take pre-orders until we get 150. After that we make the discs and ship out the orders as ...InsaneAI
Hey Brothers Winn, How long do I have to get my pre-order in? Unfortunately, I'm broke at the moment, ...depplover316
YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES I WANT IT ALL!!!!!!!!!!bobbismal
Where's the Digg link?rossel [22]
Yeah Boooooieeeeee! Hook me up! I'll take 4... and a ringtone... and now my christmas shopping is almost done. P.S. Skate ...Ingrid [22]
btw, I was wondering about the 22 section too..The Brothers Winn
International orders are now available.InsaneAI
Horray!!! Finally Good News!!!!AngInAmerica
Hooray! I'm so glad you're back! I've already pre-ordered my DVD! I do have to agree with ...Swip
Finally--the withdrawl symptoms were starting to get pretty ugly. Welcome back!The Brothers Winn
Ingrid and other international fans. The DVD will be NTSC video encoded for all regions. (It’s our understanding that most modern ...socalcutie82 [22]
Hey, where did the [22] section go that was on the side of your page...??socalcutie82 [22]
YAY!!! Thanks for sending the email notice...I don't understand all the RSS feed stuff so I wouldn't have known until ...maddie_exclamation.point
YESSSS!!!! You're baaack! I think I might cry. I'm going to preorder a dvd, once I get some money. (I've ...graceofbass [22]
Oh...um...I guess I should have actually looked at the cool countdown thermometer on the DVD website first... my bad. *well ...graceofbass [22]
Oh holy crap! You're back! The laughing in your new, snazzy intro is a tad on the creepy side, but ...Randy Aldrich
I'd be all up in the pre-order except I've banned DVD purchases. I'd be down with pre-ordering a downloadable ...gettoman
Keep us updated would you! Like a monthly goal for donations to keep you goin! It'll help us keep you ...gettoman
I'm in! I have my order placed AND the AWESOME ring tone! Yeah baby! Awwwwww yeah! Nothin sexier than the ...Meandering {207}
How amazing, I see an email in my inbox and it was from you guys. What a pleasant surprise. ...Space_Cadet
Oh my Geeawwwsh! Thank you so much for coming back! Me and my friends will totally pitch in to buy ...aurelius [22]
Welcome back!!Samnsparky
Hey! I know about your views on PayPal but, before I saw the PayPal show, I was the sucker and ...marc
I kinda have a weird question. Why does the intro end on "no"?marc
OMG YAY!!!!!!!!! I felt complete for the first time in months!Beta [22]
YAY!I really missed you guys. A day without Brett's face is like a day without sunshine! Well...you get the idea. ...GregoryPalmer1971
All is right with the world now! I've missed you bad . . . in a good way.mano_shimano
yeyyyyyyy:dIngrid [22]
YEAAAH You're BAAAAACK , well are you really? I'm confused... Anyway. You can fix the button on the google order ...grimhold
i have placed my order!!! now is that good enuff for 22 status what? or maybe a new club for ...pheonix_blu{207}
Your back!(for good hopefully)!All is right with the universe once more! Just pre-ordered three copies(I really only need one, but ...grimhold
About time we hear from you!!! yeah!!!!!Snowmanincave [22]
This International Buyer will preorder a copy as soon as his paycheck clears.Kel [22]
WOOHOO!! You totally made my day. Well... night. Preordering DVD now...The Brothers Winn
Update: We are currently fixing the google checkout bug for international shipping. It will be ready to go soon. We'll ...drasko
You little ripper! This is the best comeback since Lazarus. Now how do we preorder if we don't live in the ...DecoyFlyer
Pre-Ordering after commenting... Great to see you back... or still in the game.Glenn [22]
I would pre order you, but I'm just a poor college student at this point. But I have attempted ...Bev [22]
Okay, I'm in! Even got an IPhone ringtone! (gushing fan :-D ) The best of luck to you ...Jennifer McKenzie
OMG! I totally understand this! I preordered. Of course I did. I've MISSED you. Welcome ...The G-men
Great that you guys are back. Hope you are able to go mainstream and make the big bucks. ...phonz
omg awesome yer back!!! I would LOVE to buy a DVD!! ... I only just discovered your website/video the day you started your ...idiotonuni
i hope you come back....not learning anything new sucks...and why would I want to researchali-gator [22]
welcomeee backkk guys ... thank god ... the world is whole againhenrynew
Suddenly you appear in my feed! Good job guys!