I quit grad school to do chemistry in my garage: NileRed’s story
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Before he was a rogue super scientist making uranium glass in his garage, NileRed loved playing with firecrackers with his dad. Now he has over 12 million followers across all platforms.
Learn his origin story on the Karat podcast.
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00:00 - Intro
01:24 - The reason why NileRed became a RUclips chemist
11:58 - NileRed almost went into filmmaking instead of chemistry
15:56 - Why NileRed does all the production on his own
27:27 - How NileRed was ALMOST a doctor
39:55 - Balancing creativity with business
45:22 - How money has changed Nigel
55:21 - Why Nigel NEEDS to see a therapist
01:00:28 - How RUclips helped Nigel become confident
01:06:20 - The reason Nigel HATES being a celebrity 
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Out of all the channels I'm subscribed to, I look forward to Nigel's videos the most. He doesn't upload much, but when he does, you know it's gonna be good.
stuff made here and michael reeves for me are also close
He's not good at making cookies tho so he needs to work on that.
* it's gonna be a good decade - the sentence is unfinished
@@Broken_robot1986i mean... its pure cookie though! Its more cookie per cookie square inch! :D
Yes! I sub to every one of Nigel's channels, even NileGre...I mean. MrGreen xD
Ok I have no idea why the algortihm decided to finally show people this video - but grateful. Nigel is incredible so hope you get a little more NileRed in your life this year!
Wild
Criminal this video isn't at least over 100k views
Yeah it's strange, I've seen a couple of your interviews in the past and still didn't get it til now.
Obviously I've subscribed now lol.
@@lanwoah thank you!!
i think it blew up because of nigel's latest purple gold video! that's what brought me here
He should have Nile blue on next, that guy is awesome
and then nilegreen
It makes sense that he's in to story telling. I was thinking earlier about how I was roped into watching a 1 hour video about producing a purple gold ring and I came to the conclusion that his storytelling skills were so strong
I didnt even realize it was 1 hour until it was over
He explains every video in a language everyone can understand, even takes time to explain the terminology he uses for certain chemical reactions. Also, he talked about how he has a whole technique to make his voice sound as monotonous as possible, and, imo, it makes people stay in the video and not feel like it became boring because he never spiked his tone in any moment, so you watch the whole thing to take out your conclusion/opinion on it and enjoy it.
Also, I'm more interested in watching the hour long videos, because I feel there is so many interesting things you learn about the common chemicals he uses and how drastically he pulls out of the acid something used for flavoring. Like wtf that's so cool
Nigel is just an adrenaline junkie. 😭
Now we know why is eats sketchy chemicals so often lol
I just noticed that they are both low key scary jacked nerds. 🤣😂
Love Nile, been watching him since maybe 3 months after his first video released.
Nile would hands down beat me in hand to hand combat
@@NbNgMOD even with his weak chemist hands
one of the nicest hosts i've ever seen in a podcast. you can see he genuinely loves his job and is a very good listener
Awww thank you 🥰
(stares at trash taste bois interrupting him every sentence)
@@inoob26when you look at each of the youtubers individually, they dont really work well with others; their a host in a "bff" sort of way.
@@inoob26 bro, there people and one person is not a same thing
"Modern day alchemist" is a great way to describe Nigel, except it leaves out the random throwing of objects.
But seriously, much respect to Nigel because he has the integrity to say, "... and I'm not sure why," when something unexpected happens.
a nice alchemist of a chemist.
I love how he’s wearing a purriodic table
For some reason I was stunlocked by how aimed and organized the video is. So used to seeing Nigel within the chaos of the Safety Third podcast 😂😂😂
Why am I such a simp for Nigel I like that he's so real with things and cares about his people.
This is one of the better interviews Ive ever heard. The active listening and personal shares of the interviewer made this podcast go down paths that’s were way more philosophical than i would have expected. Nigel is one of my favorites. And I like him even more now. Subscribed
Normally interviewers are kinda annoying but it’s nice to see an actual well thought and well spoken interviewer, keep it up bruh
It's crazy how humble and genuine he is, while also running one of the best yt channels out there
The 'stopped on the way to the bathroom' anecdote at 1:08:20 was so funny to me - I ran into Nigel at an event once when he was very obviously in a hurry to the bathroom, so I limited the interaction to a quick wave at each other in passing. All good, dude! - I hope no one else stopped you on that journey 😂
you're the real mvp!
You can tell how much he loves his family and i think that's hot af.
The fact that he would have 3k and give his brother 2k, shows how much he values the people around him. That right there is a good man.
Nigel's self awearness is so humbling.
It sounds like what he likes more than anything is creative problem solving. He creates these really complex ideas and then wants to solve them. Him wanting to be an ER doctor makes perfect sense, because it's constantly finding ways to apply your knowledge quickly.
He also needs to hire a manager, that way they can have a person they can go to in order to deal with things that aren't Nile.
I think he has his friend Reggie
i as a woman think that nigel is very attractive
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He is so cute.
Nile has a great point about the face reveal. Look at the dream face reveal. He made a HUGE deal out of it... And that gave people a lot of ammo.
Nigel's totally an artist, a science artist.
I feel like what Nigel is getting at is the authenticity of the passion for the craft has to be there for him. He's very hands on - he needs to be directly involved in the process, and I admire that!
i have a crush on this man
Which one? Their both kinda good looking though
@@NbNgMOD on NileRed
@@NbNgMOD both is the absolutely obvious answer
So excited for this one - Nigel is a genius. You might know him as "the most dangerous man on RUclips" - but there's an antihero origin story for why he does this and the pressures he faces!
If you're wondering why the set looks scuffed - I filmed this in a hotel room haha
Tbh, all of this is very inspiring to me, especially at this moment.
I've created a company 3 and a half years ago, together with a friend, but during these years I really started to hate both this work and working with that friend, he's still my friend and I still love him, but I never wanted to work with him again.
But I couldn't just quit, because I would put him too in a tough spot, the company is not able to run without either of the two of us.
So a couple of years ago I did what Nigel did, I started telling him that I would quit in the near future, and to take it into consideration.
But he never took it seriously even for a single time, until a couple days ago, when I reached my final breaking point.
I think I finally have found the resolve to let it go, and to finally stop making my life a living hell.
The sad part about this is that I ended up hating what once I loved to do, I think I'll just take a break for a while and then open a new company in pursuit of what I love to do.
I just don't ever want to wake up again in the morning preferring suicide to having to go through my daily routine.
I want to enjoy life once again, and not doing something I despise for 16 hours a day, no amount of money is worth my mental sanity.
I dont really get what it is about Nigel but I can listen to him talk for hours and it's always interesting, funny and inspiring. He trully is amazing❤
i really liked your interview style it felt like the questions flowed nicely and felt like 2 friends talking, throughly enjoyed it.
Nigel is such an interesting guy, and he makes me laugh whenever I watch him. I think he's going to introduce a young generation to chemistry.
"the moment I feel something is easy, I don't feel its valuable." very good words, cause when we are always satisfied with the current self, you never strive to achieve what is more out there.
Great interview, and really nice to hear about the struggles of building a thing that traps you, I’m on the other side of building something that got too big, and it sucked to let 18 people go from a company. But I’m much happier now and have the feeling of things being back in the fun stages instead of dealing with so much people management. Hope you can keep things small and sustainable, Nigel seems to have a good vision and isn’t trying to be everything to everyone. Love it.
Im no chemistry scholar or a student of the sciences, but NileRed is one of my favorite channels and honestly people. He puts so much work, time and dedication into every single video that the wait between videos is well worth it. He even figured out what time of day is optimal for recording the narrations for the videos. Hes truly a pioneer because when he says "im not quite sure how to do it" thats because theres no material on it. Why? Hes the only one that takes the time to find the corralation and methods required to make his videos work. His absolute dedication to making sure his viewers get the best quality videos possible, which you would know if you see just how far and how invested he is. This dude was cooking bromine in his parents garage
I started watching his channel because the videos helped me get to sleep quicker. I’ve followed him for years at this point and get excited when a new journey begins or a project is completed even though I have no serious grasp on chemistry. Such a great creator! I can’t wait to see what else he does in the future.
Any video that's longer format is good to sleep as long as it's interesting in some way, I used to like watching history vids(ancient) I feel like I'm learning while I sleep 😂 like subconscious absorbing it
So happy you got a chance to talk with Nigel! Love all the questions you asked! ❤
Thank you for watching Wolfy!!
Very cool insight, especially for a new channel that's also related to STEM! Glad the algorithm caught onto this video and put it in my feed 😁
I've been watching Nigel's videos for a few weeks now, so I'm quite new. I've had a real pleasure listening to him and getting to know him a little better. Thanks to you both for offering us this interview!
Nigel, you are a very smart, lovely and good looking guy 🙂
I like how you mix very serious science and humor in your videos. Always having me smiling and curious of learning new things at the same time.
You created the perfect chemistry between you and the viewers. Thank you for your dedicated work.
Love from France!
I love Nigel’s videos and I’m glad you’ve done this video on him!
nigel is great i havent been watching youtube much because everyone seems to behave in the same "content brain" manner where they do things to maximize views and profits, but ive consistently watched him because his content is really entertaining and seems like he genuinely enjoys it, i dont know why that matters to me but it makes it really enjoyable, that and the fact that he pushes school and not just school but science to kids which is like my life purpose pushing kids towards science
I've never been very interested in chemistry. There were some mildly interesting experiments back in school, like making artificial flavors, but other than that it just looked like tedious calculations. NileRed manages to make chemistry look interesting without just doing stunts! On one hand it feels like "procedure", like this is what a chemist might be doing in their actual day job, on the other hand it's always a bit of an adventure, mixed with some occasional chaotic humor.
Back in my day it was Bill Nye the science guy, Nilered/blue definitely picked up the torch in that regard
Good in-depth conversation, interesting topics, good flow, I enjoy it a lot!
Thank you so much for this interview. I have been a fan of NileRed for many years and always look forward to his vides but ive always been wanting to see a more personal interview of him. You have delivered my friend. Thanks again
All I can think off when Nigel talks about power tools is William Osman saying Nigel spend all his XP points on chemistry
Nigel so hot rn
gai !!!
@@end.olives wait…he is?
@@naomimorales2139 he has high concentration gainisium
I didn't know that Nigel was struggling with cash till 2019, the perseverance is real
He really doesnt look like he is, hes just very clean
If Nigel is in it, I will watch it.
Great interview, Mr Red seems less on edge than when he's around William Osman...
This was so valuable to watch and relate to. Anybody who has a vision and achieves a difficult thing has to manage the mania and self-determination that goes along with it. The sense of isolation that comes from bearing one's own unique problem that nobody really understands all the nuances of, is itself a feat to overcome and a process in and of itself. Thanks for this podcast episode, it was very human.
One of the best interviews I've seen. You can tell the questions are thought out and there is a genuine interest to understand the other person.
Also I really appreciate how even when you construct a compelling narrative (fascination with the natural world) when he rebuffed you you're able to take it and be open to the truth. I think I struggle with that in general.
Awww thank you!! I really appreciate it- trying to get better. Anyone you’d like to see on next?
What an awesome video and conversation!! Thanks for sharing
not long ago I was literally wasting my life away watching stuff on youtube. I watched pretty much all there was new to watch from the youtube channels I was following and kept looking through suggestions. then I came across a NileRed video that I don't even recall which one was it however like 45-50 mins or so into the video I realised I was 45-50 mins into a video of a creator that i never heard of before. it captivated me so much the time passed and found myself watching NileRed videos hours later. Nigel is so inspirational and just a great person and the projects he does are just not the average too-much-time-on-my-hands kinda creator' video. he actually has a vision and a plan for every single video he releases that simply sounds impossible yet becomes reality once the video comes to an end which is so great. I wish I found his channels way earlier and I wish him the best of luck in all the great work he does
He knows so much knowledge that his videos have many details and they're amazing
You are a natural interviewer/host, mate. You getting absorbed into the conversation really helps/translates to me getting super in to what's being said as well haha
Nigel is a great guy to work with and a good friend, he deserves the best.
I love this guy. Ty for posting this 😊
I liked seeing a side of Nigel I didn't know. He's great, and so is the interview. Amazing video
This is such a good episode. I truly enjoy watching every Nileblue/red videos. This is an awesome insight into how his brain works.
Great interview, great questions and of course, Nigel explained his stuff in good detail!
1st time I visited your channel. Nice!
Yeah, Nigel is awesome... I'm glad you had him as a guest.
One of the better YT interviewers I've seen. Wish RUclips would've shown me this weeks ago
I really like your guys energy together. First video I've seen of you Eric. Very good interviewer very personable
Awww thank you!! If you liked this one- you may like the Allen Pan one too
when i first saw this podcast, which was 10 days after its release day, i was very confused that it only had around 6k views. great to know that more people get to know your amazing interview skills
keep up your good work and thanks for such a good podcast
Awww thank you so much 🥹
I love Nigel. He’s such a good guy & his content is some of my most enjoyable content to watch.
Nigel has really made me enjoy chemistry unlike in my high school chem class where we put ice in a beaker onto a hot plate and watched it melt and boil
His curiosity made him one of the best and interesting youtubers out there. He likes to build things. It’s like solving puzzle and he found chemistry as his great tool to do that.
Lots of respect to his view of challenges. It is exciting to have millions of views but he doesn’t want to kill his fascination and do the same thing.
I loved this podcast! It felt very raw and highlights the processes of discovery of our thoughts and minds.
I love seeing the variety of Nigel’s cat shirts in his videos 🐈🐈
Excellent video! I love hearing how people manage responsibilities like this, it gives me the confidence to try new things out :)
First timer here. Thanks, it was a very interesting interview.
As Nile said, kudos to Karat for well-layed questions. And also remembering them all )))
Aww thank you!
That was one of the best interviews I have ever listened to
He’s so direct i love it
I only started watching Nigel's videos about 2 weeks ago, but I genuinely love all of the content that I've seen of his so far from his really precise and thoroughly planned main channel videos, to his side channel videos that show a little more of his charismatic personality. I also love that during this interview, I found out that he enjoys urbex because while I myself have never done it, The Proper People are one of my favorite RUclips channels for their videography when they visit abandoned places. I'm an artist in my day-to-day career, I don't think I'm probably his typical viewer demographic, and I think my highest level of chemistry knowledge was from an AP chem course I took 10 years ago, but even though I may not understand everything he explains in his videos, he still makes it super easy to follow along and it's overall very entertaining.
I really like how he described himself as more of an artist as well because I personally think art can be for everyone and there are so many disciplines that can overlap with art as well. I'm really glad his videos were recommended to me and I appreciate that he was able to re-introduce me to chemistry in a way that is really fun 💙
Yea, this is a GREAT podcast/interview. Props to both of you!! HUGE Nigel fan, and now, a fan of you Karat. You have a way of completing a great interview. The only suggestion I have is to bring some mic booms :)
Thank you! And noted ☺️
I think that what appeals to Nigel is the same thing that appeals to me about programming/software projects. I don't like pursuing projects anybody can do - and they do get boring once I solve the big problem that's involved, even though actually completing the project is a challenge unto itself. I want to do the undone and/or explore the esoteric or arcane, because the only value to be had from doing something anyone can do is purely self-entertainment, and I can already do that a million different ways, but I have to apply myself and solve unique problems to do things nobody is doing. I don't want to solve coding problems that there's a dozen Stackoverflow posts about, I want to invent new algorithms that have never existed before - so that's what I do as a coder. I totally get Nigel's motivation.
First time watcher of this channel and honestly, this was a great interview/podcast. Such a good interview style and Nigel is an excellent guest, both because of his stories as well as his natural storytelling.
Also, Eric has put some work in the gym and it shows, good for you man!
Awww thank you- trying my best haha
You are excellent at what you do and I am extremely impressed
this is an absolutely amazing podcast. even having only watched one episode (this one) i can tell the host is really talented at speaking and asking AMAzing questions:)
Awesome interview, thanks!
binged watched all his video last year😍
Really chill and interesting interview. It felt like you two had great chemistry (pun intended) and you asked just the right questions to keep Nigel's flow going. He's an interesting dude, an alchemist and a menace 😂
Such an amazing episode- Nigel raises some really interesting points! Also love that it’s in a hotel room 😂
The lore I've been waiting for
Next we need to see Nile turn Cotton Candy into toilet paper.
Subbed! Incredible talk
Aahh a few minutes in and this is a breath of fresh air. I just found out about niles and tried watching a podcast he was a guest in with a few other guys and they kept cutting him off it was very irritating. This is a normal conversation which is great! Will watch the whole thing thank you!
I really enjoy nigels voice. I listen to his videos to go to sleep 😴
Outstanding. Bravo.
Very interesting interview.. I find his voice soothing… I like listening to him speak ❤
what a great interview!
I think the unique processes and you figuring it out, the mistakes and the successes are what make it interesting. Like, crap i have impurities, how do I get rid of them. It's very interesting! I wish i would know more about the names of the processes that you use to clean or transform the molecules.
Wow... getting the backstory of Nile is so cool!
Anecdotally I've heard back in the day (like decades ago where probably it was slightly less regulated) one of my parents' acquaintances sadly passed away from an accident in a chemistry experiment while doing their thesis project. Till this day there isn't much disclosed as to the details of said experiment and it was so long ago we don't really have much information about it, but I'd say there's definitely good reason for high schools to limit the type of chemical experiments you work with - which makes it less exciting, but to be fair it can definitely be dangerous.
It was in 2018 that I watched NileReds video on how to make soap and today I own a soap manufakture which supports me well and I am my own boss. Thank you NileRed.
Nilered looks buff on the wide shot damnnn
Maybes its the lens dunno
Haha I think Nigel is just buff
Damn never noticed haha
This is a great interview
This whole thing was so interesting to watch!!!!
I respect Nigel so hard for constantly wanting to grow and find something new instead of staying comfortable fitting into a niche
His fascination of chemistry and small objects mirrors my interest in guns and small machines. Im also into chemistry as an interest but i have a huge personal problem with focusing on the non-tangible (intricate concepts requaired to mentally sort out chemistry as an activity). Not sure if that makes sense, but Im a visual learner and if i can't visualize it im completely lost. chemistry can be very complicated and intricate with major consequences if you mess up a minute detail, Small moving parts can perform complicated functions despite being ridiculously simple yet genius but at the worst won't work. The way everything in a firearm comes together is like a combination of engineering and art with the danger and taboo, but my brain understands it more naturally than writing in a chemistry text book. I think i could be good at chemistry by shadowing a chemist though. I'm also a big film fan so it sounds like me and him have a whole lot in common
If you’re ever in northern Arkansas I’d be happy to teach you some chemistry stuff. As far as learning on your own, RUclips videos are great and join the sciences forum, the more you read and the more you watch you’ll suddenly start understanding things.
Those are some next gen mic stands. 13.4 billion years in r&d.
Good interview.
haha I do have actual microphone stands but Nigel preferred to hold it
What I really like about Nigel here is shear persistent especially with the edible chem videos when shit goes wrong or a method doesn't work, he still persists through despite losing months of progress.
both of u ar legend just like this thing just exists
Damnnn your arms be popping! Also love the questions 👍
i’ve been waiting for a nilered interview
Literally the best person who could’ve done this interview