In the final episode of the year, Eddie and Andrew break down Kick’s biggest moments of 2025 and what’s coming next. They recap the platform’s 120% year-on-year growth, major launches like Kicks, Predictions, the Xbox app and the rebrand, plus creator programs including Kick Bounties, Pitch Kick and Kick Road.
Then they open the floor to a live Q&A on the 2026 roadmap, covering non-intrusive ads, Kick Turbo, mobile and IRL streaming upgrades, the Public API, bot prevention, moderation tools, creator analytics, vertical content and the future of console streaming.
If you want the real behind the scenes update on where Kick is headed, this is the episode.
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In this festive episode of Kick Talk, hosts Eddie and Andrew connect directly with the community answering questions and unpacking the biggest updates shaping the future of live streaming.
Recorded just days before Christmas, the conversation covers several major platform developments, including the quiet rollout of the Kick Go Live mobile app on iOS and Android, and the official launch of Kick on Xbox. The hosts also share insights into the evolving product roadmap, touching on Discord integration, VOD retention, and upcoming personalisation and recommendation systems.
Community and policy questions take centre stage as Eddie addresses topics like Polish creator revenue, 18+ content categories, and how the Trust Team is improving moderation and platform safety.
Whether you’re a creator focused on growth or a viewer curious about Kick’s long term direction, this episode offers a clear look at the foundational changes shaping the platform’s future.
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Eddie and Andrew open the floor for a relaxed, community driven Q&A, tackling the biggest questions coming straight from chat.
The hosts share major product roadmap updates, confirming the new mobile app and in-app streaming are very close to launch. They also announce the creation of a dedicated Trust Team, focused solely on fighting view bots and preventing abuse of the verification system.
The conversation also covers tougher topics, including the appeals process for banned creators, the rise of VTubers, and a milestone moment for the platform with The Game Awards reaching a 245,000 peak CCV.
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Ern, Community Manager for Rust at Facepunch, joins Eddie and Andrew for a masterclass on building one of gaming’s most loyal and passionate communities.
She breaks down how the platform’s first Rust Drops campaign became a record-breaking event, generating 24 million watch hours and over 3.5 million drops claimed. She shares Facepunch’s surprisingly small-team philosophy and how creator loyalty helped overcome early stigma around the platform.
A must-listen for anyone interested in community building, creator culture and the behind the scenes magic that powers Rust.
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Musa USA, the Baltimore food-truck owner turning cooking into must-watch IRL content, joins Eddie and Andrew to share his remarkable journey from Turkey to building a thriving business and a loyal Kick community.
Musa explains how he uses his Kick stream as the centre of his business, supported by a remote tech team so he can focus on serving customers. He opens up about the realities of streaming in Baltimore, including unforgettable regulars and a terrifying armed robbery.
He also speaks on why Kick’s freedom and support matter for small business creators
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Eddie and Andrew return with Part 2 of their open AMA, continuing their commitment to transparency and answering the community’s biggest questions.
They dive into the long running discussion around lurkers versus bots, breaking down the difference between genuine passive viewers and what they call sophisticated tabbing. The hosts also share important updates on why Kick remains in Beta, explaining that console apps are the final piece still in development, and provide the latest details on the upcoming in-app Go Live feature.
The episode wraps with clear answers on whether emotes count toward KPP engagement, the rollout of localised payment rails such as Pix and BLIK, and community concerns about moderation consistency.
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Eddie and Andrew host an unfiltered AMA (Ask Me Anything) tackling the heated controversy surrounding the Kick Partnership Program (KPP). Streamers Adin Ross and Ice Poseidon join the debate for one of the most intense Kick Talk episodes yet.
The hosts clarify that KPP rates remain unchanged, but the platform has become smarter at detecting view bots and tabbing, ensuring rewards go to authentic viewers. Adin argues the system penalises legitimate event-driven spikes, while Ice Poseidon calls KPP “the greatest thing to ever happen to streaming” for mid-sized creators.
With over $144 million paid out globally, the discussion widens to creator freedom, content quality, and Kick’s effort to combat industry-wide bot inflation, offering a rare, transparent look behind the numbers.
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Ben Dixon, CEO of TLDDR, joins Eddie and Andrew for a masterclass on how AI is transforming content creation and discoverability.
Ben breaks down his revolutionary tool, TLDDR, which uses AI to clip content live in real time and automatically post to up to seven social platforms with one click. The hosts reveal that the Kick Clipping Program generated 3.3 billion impressions in a single month, sparking a deep conversation about how automation can empower small and mid-sized streamers.
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Streaming OG Ice Poseidon sits down with Eddie and Andrew for an extremely candid discussion on moderation, politics, and the future of live streaming.
Ice Poseidon reveals he's ending his hiatus by streaming from a cruise tomorrow and provides his surprising, "business take" on moderation: arguing that punishments should be based on a creator's "value versus liability" to the platform. The hosts and Ice also debate the improvements in KPPP detection of inactive viewers and Ice pitches his next major event: an "intense summer camp" for streamers.
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Game industry veteran Todd Harris (Co-founder of Hi-Rez Studios and CEO of Ghost Gaming) joins Eddie and Andrew for a masterclass on the creator economy, platform strategy, and the future of live streaming.
Todd details his journey co-creating Smite and pioneering the early free-to-play, digital distribution (Steam) model. Then the trio discusses the future: why "authentic human attention" will be the new battleground against AI-generated content, and the strategic importance of Kick's massive growth in non-English speaking markets like Turkey and Latin America.
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Streamer Rexzilla and NASCAR driver Cody Ware join Eddie and Andrew for a historic conversation about a world-first partnership: Rexzilla’s brand becoming the full primary sponsor of Cody Ware’s #51 Cup Series car.
Rexzilla shares the organic origin story, how the partnership began when Cody’s brother spotted him streaming on Kick’s front page, and explains why this full-car sponsorship marks a major win for streamers everywhere. He also opens up about the intense NASCAR vetting process his brand had to pass.
Cody Ware gives an inside look at life on the track: his 38-race schedule, the training required to endure extreme heat, and NASCAR’s growing global reach. Together, they reflect on how Kick’s platform features and community made this groundbreaking collaboration possible.
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UFC and Power Slap content creator Nina Drama joins Eddie and Andrew to share her incredible rise, from aspiring streamer to working with one of the biggest brands in combat sports.
Nina opens up about her humble beginnings, starting with nothing but an old MacBook Air and a community that taught her how to stream. She reflects on the persistence it took to land her UFC role, including her viral moment with DC, the challenge of earning her interview with Izzy, and how Kick’s free speech advocacy made it the right platform for her. Nina also teases her next move, going all in on IRL streaming and documentary storytelling.
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Streamer Cuffem joins Eddie and Andrew to break down his massive $90K betting win and his bold choice to reject a Twitch partnership deal to remain independent.
He reflects on how his raw, “loose cannon” style and the loyalty of his BAU (Belt to Ass University) community helped him become the first creator to appear on Kai Cenat’s Mafiathon.
The trio dives into the core differences between an “actor” and a “creator” mindset in streaming, and unpacks why brands often fail to recognise genuine talent.
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Rampage Jackson joins Eddie and Andrew to talk about his leap from the UFC octagon to the KICK livestream, and why he’s never looking back.
The MMA icon explains how he embraced the community by creating chaotic content (Mud Wrestling, Taco Tuesdays) and collaborating with top streamers, crediting his 800 million views on clips for bringing a brand new, older demographic to live streaming.
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Australian IRL streamer Tazo joins Eddie and Andrew to share how he went from Twitch OG to Ice Poseidon event MVP, and how KICK turned his side hustle into a full time career.
Tazo opens up about his signature “nontent” style, and how KICK’s 95/5 split helped him earn in a day what used to take a month.
He also dives into Ice Poseidon’s scavenger hunts, strategy secrets, and key feedback on improving KICK's polls and adding IRL bounties for creators.
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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.
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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 potential, including an “ESPN SportsCenter” style approach to gaming content, complete with live coverage and chat integration.
Finally, Eddie reveals an unexpected piece of history: how Kick’s foundation came from a grassroots RuneScape community.
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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 audiences. The discussion dives into Kick’s advertising model as the primary path to profitability, and exposes the major mistakes competitors made in ad sales.
They also tackle Kick’s cultural perception, including the gambling stigma, and explore what the platform needs to do to attract creators who want a stable, long-term career in live streaming.
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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 her community’s move completely changed her career.
She also recounts life-risking IRL moments in Mumbai and Turkey, plus what it was really like streaming from a cross-country supercar rally.
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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.
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