A Vlogger's Disclaimer

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This is a collaborative video project started by me (Aaron, alias Aaroncast86) in the last quarter of 2008. It began as small talks between a few people. There are two purposes to this video: (1) to provide some guidance to individuals who watch vlogs and (2) to provide individuals who make vlogs with a resource that they can provide for their viewers. The goal of this video is to increase positive relationships between both viewers and vloggers, as well as decrease negative experiences of both vloggers and their viewers.

Other Vlogger's featured in this video:
Dan http://www.youtube.com/stotan88
Jessica http://www.youtube.com/shutupjessica
Kristen http://www.youtube.com/colormekristen
Gary http://www.youtube.com/anakin1814
Michelle http://www.youtube.com/anythingsarcastic

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[Vivalarachie]

Nice video, but I think it's safe to assert that this is the internet and unless you limit who can view your content, you are opening yourself up to criticism from all sources - including morons with nothing better to do than tell you, "your a f@ggit." Don't post content you wouldn't want everyone to see. This includes friends, family, ex-lovers, etc. You have the right to post your content, but your next door neighbor has the right to watch it - it's Youtube, not a diary. Privacy doesn't apply.

[Aaroncast86]

I think respect and decency is not too much to expect from people. That this is the internet does not logically lead to the conclusion that people should be allowed to be as rude and disrespectful as possible. Criticism is one thing; but "your a f@ggit" is not criticism, it's hate speech.

[Vivalarachie]

I agree completely. People SHOULD be treated with respect and care, especially when it comes to something like a vlog where they're probably pouring their hearts out. But this is the internet, and it's been my experience that many people are hateful and rude. This is partly why I don't vlog or express myself openly via any online outlets, though I admire those with the courage to do so. I still don't think it's a good idea to vlog about things you wouldn't want everyone to hear, just to be safe.

[Aaroncast86]

Although I don't think people should base their lives on how others view them, I do think it's a good idea to think about what you chose to put out on mediums anyone has access to. Obvious examples are using foul language in a complaint about your employer in a video, as it's possible (though perhaps not probable) that they will see the video. I agree that personal discretion is always a good idea.

Regardless, I don't agree with the "it's the internet" justification for immature behaviour.

[Vivalarachie]

I' m not so much referring to it in the context of excusing immature behavior, as I am to the reaction of the vlogger, blogger, etc. People shouldn't be rude or hurtful, but they can be, and anytime you put yourself in a position to receive criticism, you're also voluntarily putting yourself in a position to receive hateful, inexcusable abuse. I began my first post with "Nice video," because I think it's a step in the right direction. Will it change things? Time will tell. I certainly hope so.

[Aaroncast86]

I get the sense you and me are on the same page.

I think it's absurd that people justify hate speech on the internet. I can't see someone justifying murder or physical abuse with the same logic of it having started or occurred through the internet. I'm all for freedom of speech but there's a line between speaking your mind and using hate speech.

Part of the reason this video exists is to get things moving towards a more tolerant and positive state.

[Aaroncast86]

I'd like to see the internet be a place that's a positive ideal. Imagine what it would be like if people said that you should be tolerant and respectful because "it's the internet."

[LeMisery666]

Its a nice idea... but pointless. if you dont want people to learn of your private life and/or give there opinion on it then for goodness sake dont post it on the biggest online video site on the web... but i guess it goes both ways, if your an idiot looking to pick on people that are just trying to get there voice heard then you really need to get out more :)

[danbojitsu]

:55 - I disagree that a vlog is "as sacred as a diary hidden behind a bookcase". There is a contradiction there! Once the vlogger has chosen to post their private thoughts publicly to youtube, they have opened that diary and invited others to form a line.

[vloogerdotcom]

I like your ideas. That's why EXACTLY why I'm working on a new community website for vloggers -and I need some help testing it! Check out vlOOger.com and feel free to come to my channel and ask any questions. I'm not trying to make money - I just love vlogging like you and wanted to start a community for it. :) EVERYONE'S INVITED!

[Vivalarachie]

The only part of this video that rubbed me the wrong way initially were the segments about asking people you know not to view your content. To me, that's like posting a nude picture of yourself on your front door and telling people they can't look at it. Otherwise, I am in complete agreement. I get so discouraged by all the hateful comments, and perhaps even jaded by them, since your response about the internet being a positive ideal made me stop and think, "Why does that feel so unattainable?"

[Pennies5848]

i like this video... thanks.. it really helps...

xoxoxo