KICK Talk

Polish streaming star MokrySuchar (Dominic) joins Eddie and Andrew to unpack the massive migration of Polish creators to KICK, and the fallout from Twitch’s censorship and management issues. Dominic breaks down the fears around KICK’s Partner Plus Program (KPPP) and what creators need to feel secure: local payment options, higher bitrate , and an official roadmap for the platform’s future. THE GUE...

OpTic Hitch , Creative Director at OpTic Gaming, joins Eddie and Andrew for a deep dive into the future of esports and multi-platform content creation. Hitch breaks down his three-POV streaming model with Team Summertime , explaining how each member uses different platforms to give fans unique perspectives and reasons to tune into multiple streams. He shares his vision for the platform’s esports p...

Industry analyst and strategist Devin Nash joins Eddie and Andrew for an unfiltered conversation about the current state of the live streaming industry and what it will take for platforms to build trust and sustainability. Devin breaks down the challenges of combating view botting , arguing that Kick must take “draconian measures” to remove bad actors and rebuild cultural trust among creators and...

IRL streamer Mhyochi joins Eddie and Andrew for an inspiring conversation about growth, financial freedom, and thriving as a creator in the real world. Mhyochi shares how the Kick Partner Plus Program (KPPP) helped her become a better streamer by removing the pressure of constant sub-grinding. She recalls the viral moment comparing a $140 day on another platform to a $1,600 day on Kick , and how h...

DonutOperator , the former police officer and massive YouTube personality, joins Eddie and Andrew to discuss his career evolution into one of the biggest political commentators online! He details the censorship issues he faced that led him to build his own streaming platform, Pepper Box TV, and how Kick's environment allows him to maintain creative freedom . THE GUEST ► kick.com/donutoperator KICK...

In this episode of Kick Talk , Andrew sits down with platform veterans BB Jess , ThonggDeLonge , and Berkel to unpack the future of live streaming and what it takes to build lasting communities. Fresh off DreamHack , they break down the evolution of the Kick Stage , creator-led festival ideas, and what could be next for Atlanta. Andrew also shares updates on KCIP , the push toward 100% organic vie...

Eddie and Andrew sit down with Big E , one of the first creators signed to Kick, for a transparent deep dive into what it really takes to build a live streaming platform from the ground up. The conversation covers Kick’s global expansion strategy across Spain and Latin America , the ongoing fight against botting and metric inflation , creator conversion trends, moderation challenges, and what it w...

Eddie brings together OG creators Yuppy and IGYPC , plus LATAM superstar Westcol , for a deep dive into Kick’s growth and global future. They break down new features like Sidekicks , the Public API , mobile streaming, and creator dashboards, and also pitch major ideas, including a LATAM vs NA boxing event and localised tools for worldwide expansion. THE GUESTS ► ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ kick.com/yuppy ► ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ kic...

Hosts Eddie and Andrew welcome Entourage from Regiment GG and LATAM streaming icons Coscu and Spring for a powerhouse episode exploring community, culture, and global growth on Kick. Entourage shares the story behind Regiment GG , America’s largest military gaming community , built to combat veteran suicide and isolation through gaming camaraderie. Then, Coscu and Spring dive into the LATAM takeov...

Eddie and Andrew sit down with Comeback , M80 CEO Marco Moreau , and Sam Pepper for an explosive episode on Kick’s growth, esports disruption, and moderation debate . From a $50K IRL event to a space bet, this one dives into creator incentives, co-streaming, and what it means to be the “HBO of live streaming.” THE GUESTS ► ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ kick.com/comeback KICK TALK PODCAST ► ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠kick.com/eddie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Eddie and Andrew sit down with Stream Charts’ Nazar , Slasher , and a surprise guest Trainwreckstv for a heated, unscripted debate on Kick’s brand, bans, and the future of streaming . They break down 200M+ hours watched , the DreamHack takeover , and Kick’s next phase: investing in creators and expanding into esports . KICK TALK PODCAST ► ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠kick.com/eddie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ OFFICIAL LINKS ► X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Activist Kristabyte and Kick News host Hanridge join Eddie and Andrew for a raw discussion on free speech, platform safety, and Kick’s 95/5 revenue plan . Krista pushes for transparency on sustainability and the new IRL policy , while Han calls for tools like a Clip Wallet and rewind button to elevate creator culture. THE GUESTS ► ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠kick.com/kristabyte⁠ ► ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠kick.com/hanridge⁠⁠ KICK TALK P...

Phase 2 Partner CroweGamingg ( Crow ) sits down with Eddie and Andrew for a straight-talk confrontation, detailing his journey from Army veteran and Regiment GG streamer to successful full time creator. THE GUEST ► ⁠⁠⁠⁠ kick.com/crowegamingg KICK TALK PODCAST ► ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠kick.com/eddie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ OFFICIAL LINKS ► X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠kickstreaming⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ► Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠kickstreaming⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ► TikTok...

OG creator Fousey and Complexity Gaming CEO Jason Lake sit down with Eddie and Andrew for a discussion on authenticity, esports, and the long-term vision of the platform. First, Fousey celebrates his successful Fight Night debut, detailing his career of defying the rule of being "stuck to one" content category. He commits to longevity on the platform and reveals his plan to turn his fighting tryou...

OG streamer Chopsticks (Choppy) and UFC BMF Champion Max Holloway join Eddie and Andrew for an insightful conversation on streaming loyalty, creator reinvention, and community building . Choppy shares her bold pivot from Fortnite OG to GTA RP and IRL streaming , including the on-stream tattoo moment that marked her transition. She reveals how she escaped the feeling of being “trapped” by one game...

In Episode 10, streamer Ali Boba and Larry Settembrini , Global Sponsorship Head at DreamHack , join Eddie and Andrew to unpack the business behind streaming partnerships and the evolution of live events. Ali Boba breaks down her record breaking year on Kick and how “healthy toxicity” and unfiltered authenticity turned her community into her biggest strength. Then, Larry takes us behind the scenes...

Streamers DemiSucks and Ice Poseidon join Eddie and Andrew for a candid discussion on the cost of going viral and the future of platform events. First, DemiSucks shares the reality of having her unfiltered commentary weaponised in viral clips and how she manages her content. Then, Ice Poseidon reveals he paid a contestant $50,000 out of pocket after a massive tech failure during his Hunger Games e...

Hear the unfiltered truth from three Kick creators! Ryda , PartyLikeAMotha , and Ac7ionman join Eddie and Andrew for a packed episode: Ryda reveals how the KCIP program allowed him to quit his job but demands the platform solve the Call of Duty streaming restrictions imposed by Activision. PartyLikeAMotha delivers tough love on the mobile app's shortcomings , pitches an idea for a massive celebrit...

This episode brings together three creators representing the platform's diverse content ecosystem. Dr Soup from Kick Tournament Network (KTN) joins Eddie and Andrew to discuss building community-focused esports from scratch and pitches the idea for a "Special Events" homepage row . Next, Steamy Streamers ( Keith ) discusses being the first creator in the Featured Rotation program and why genres an...

Music streamer Lady Desiree , former Facebook star King Slayer , and OG partner Lauren Shayla join Eddie and Andrew for an honest look at the creator grind, from revenue and growth to authenticity and community. Lady Desiree reveals how Kick’s 95/5 split led to her biggest earning months yet and why she’s pushing for API song list integration to help music creators thrive. King Slayer explains why...

Dubz Music , Panda Skills and Streamer analyst Pike2C join Eddie and Andrew for a deep dive into the platform's foundation. The episode features a major Kick Roadmap ("Kick Tree") reveal , outlining upcoming Apps, Creator Tools, and API Integrations . Pike challenges Eddie and Andrew with an 11-page critique of the new web UI. Dubs discusses how the platform is investing in music and arts content...

This episode features three creators shaping the platform's future. Shakty G details his journey from viral stream stunt to massive charity work, including his planned 1,000 km walk for Lebanon. Next, veteran MsSavage AF holds an unfiltered discussion on the platform's negative reputation and how to combat doxxing and toxic front page trolls. Finally, streaming pillar BB Jess talks about the power...