Thinking Phoenix Episode 2: YouTube Censorship and Double Standards

Hey there, welcome back to my channel! Today we are going to dive into a topic that has been causing quite a stir in the YouTube community - double standards. As content creators, we all know that YouTube has certain rules and guidelines that we must follow in order to keep our channels in good standing. However, some creators have noticed that these rules seem to be applied inconsistently, leading to accusations of double standards. Let's explore some examples and discuss whether
One area where accusations of double this is a fair assessment or not.

Before we delve into specific examples, let's clarify what we mean by "double standards." Double standards refer to a situation in which a set of principles are applied differently to different groups or individuals, often resulting in unfair advantages or disadvantages. In the context of YouTube, this could mean that certain creators are held to a higher or lower standard than others, depending on factors such as their popularity or relationship with the platform.
standards frequently arise is in YouTube's monetization policies. In order to earn money from their videos, creators must be part of the YouTube Partner Program and adhere to certain guidelines. These guidelines include rules about appropriate content, copyright infringement, and advertiser-friendly material. However, some creators have noticed that popular channels seem to get away with bending these rules, while smaller channels are penalized more harshly. This has led to claims that YouTube is applying its monetization policies unevenly, favoring bigger creators over smaller ones.

One high-profile example of alleged double standards on YouTube is the case of Logan Paul. In early 2018, Paul posted a video showing the body of a suicide victim in a forest in Japan. The video sparked outrage and led to calls for Paul to be banned from the platform. YouTube responded by temporarily demonetizing Paul's channel and removing him from its Google Preferred advertising program. However, Paul's channel was not permanently removed, and he has since been able to continue posting videos and earning money from his content. Some critics argue that if a smaller creator had posted a similar video, they would have been permanently banned from the platform.
Another example of perceived double standards on YouTube is in the realm of copyright infringement. Many creators have complained that YouTube's Content ID system is biased towards large companies and is often used to unfairly target smaller creators. Some YouTubers have had their videos demonetized or taken down due to alleged copyright violations, even when they believe that their use of copyrighted material falls under fair use.