The Smosh Pit Journey: A Look Back at the Defy Era

TLDRA retrospective of Smosh Pit from 2015 to 2019, highlighting the transition from personal vlogs to a collaborative ensemble channel. Includes insights from the Smosh Squad and behind-the-scenes stories.

Key insights

🔮The Smosh Pit channel started as Ian Hecox's personal channel, featuring casual vlogs and videos of him and Anthony. It eventually evolved into a collaborative channel showcasing the Smosh Squad's personalities.

📺The early years of Smosh Pit focused on personal content, such as 'Ian is Bored,' 'Lunchtime with Smosh,' and 'Mailtime with Smosh.' It was a time of casual vlogs and personal connections with fans.

🎥'Smosh Pit Weekly,' hosted by Mari, was a popular news show on the channel, covering weekly updates and events. It added a mix of entertainment and information for viewers.

🌟The 'Defy era' marked the hiring of the Smosh Squad, including Courtney, Shayne, Olivia, Keith, and Noah. They brought a fresh perspective and contributed to the evolution of Smosh Pit.

During this era, collaboration became more prominent, leading to the creation of the 'Every Blank Ever' series. The Smosh Squad's unique chemistry and comedic skills brought new life to the channel.

Q&A

What were the early videos on Smosh Pit focused on?

The early videos on Smosh Pit focused on personal content, including casual vlogs, fan interactions, and shows like 'Ian is Bored,' 'Lunchtime with Smosh,' and 'Mailtime with Smosh.'

Who were the hosts of 'Smosh Pit Weekly'?

Mari Takahashi hosted 'Smosh Pit Weekly,' a popular news show on the channel that provided weekly updates and entertainment for viewers.

Who were the members of the Smosh Squad?

The Smosh Squad members during the Defy era were Courtney Miller, Shayne Topp, Olivia Sui, Keith Leak Jr., and Noah Grossman. They brought a fresh perspective and contributed to the evolution of Smosh Pit.

What series was created during the Defy era?

During the Defy era, the 'Every Blank Ever' series was created. This series showcased the Smosh Squad's comedic skills and unique chemistry in humorous scenarios.

What were the highlights of the Smosh Pit journey during the Defy era?

The highlights of the Smosh Pit journey during the Defy era include the transition from personal content to a collaborative ensemble channel, the addition of the Smosh Squad, the creation of the 'Every Blank Ever' series, and the growth of the channel's comedic and entertainment value.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introduction to the video and the Smosh Pit channel, highlighting the Defy era and the Smosh Squad.

02:56Overview of the early years of Smosh Pit, featuring personal content and shows like 'Ian is Bored' and 'Lunchtime with Smosh.'

06:34Introduction of 'Smosh Pit Weekly' and Mari Takahashi, the host of the popular news show on the channel.

09:35Discussion of the Smosh Squad's hiring during the Defy era and their impact on Smosh Pit.

12:03Exploration of the 'Every Blank Ever' series and its contribution to the channel's growth and entertainment value.