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.
THE GUESTS
► kick.com/adinross
► kick.com/iceposeidon
KICK TALK PODCAST
► kick.com/eddie
OFFICIAL LINKS
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► YouTube: KickStreaming
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.
KICK TALK PODCAST
► kick.com/eddie
OFFICIAL LINKS
► X: kickstreaming
► Instagram: kickstreaming
► TikTok: kick.com
► YouTube: KickStreaming
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.
THE GUEST
► kick.com/iceposeidon
KICK TALK PODCAST
► kick.com/eddie
OFFICIAL LINKS
► X: kickstreaming
► Instagram: kickstreaming
► TikTok: kick.com
► YouTube: KickStreaming
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.
KICK TALK PODCAST
► kick.com/eddie
OFFICIAL LINKS
► X: kickstreaming
► Instagram: kickstreaming
► TikTok: kick.com
► YouTube: KickStreaming
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.
THE GUEST
KICK TALK PODCAST
► kick.com/eddie
OFFICIAL LINKS
► X: kickstreaming
► Instagram: kickstreaming
► TikTok: kick.com
► YouTube: KickStreaming
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.
THE GUEST
KICK TALK PODCAST
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► X: kickstreaming
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► TikTok: kick.com
► YouTube: KickStreaming
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.
THE GUEST
KICK TALK PODCAST
OFFICIAL LINKS
► X: kickstreaming
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► TikTok: kick.com
► YouTube: KickStreaming
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.
THE GUEST
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OFFICIAL LINKS
► X: kickstreaming
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► TikTok: kick.com
► YouTube: KickStreaming
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.
THE GUEST
KICK TALK PODCAST
OFFICIAL LINKS
► X: kickstreaming
► Instagram: kickstreaming
► TikTok: kick.com
► YouTube: KickStreaming
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 GUEST
KICK TALK PODCAST
OFFICIAL LINKS
► X: kickstreaming
► Instagram: kickstreaming
► TikTok: kick.com
► YouTube: KickStreaming
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.
THE GUEST
KICK TALK PODCAST
► kick.com/eddie
OFFICIAL LINKS
► X: kickstreaming
► Instagram: kickstreaming
► TikTok: kick.com
► YouTube: KickStreaming
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.
KICK TALK PODCAST
► kick.com/eddie
OFFICIAL LINKS
► X: kickstreaming
► Instagram: kickstreaming
► TikTok: kick.com
► YouTube: KickStreaming
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.
THE GUEST
KICK TALK PODCAST
► kick.com/eddie
OFFICIAL LINKS
► X: kickstreaming
► Instagram: kickstreaming
► TikTok: kick.com
► YouTube: KickStreaming
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 TALK PODCAST
► kick.com/eddie
OFFICIAL LINKS
► X: kickstreaming
► Instagram: kickstreaming
► TikTok: kick.com
► YouTube: KickStreaming
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
► kick.com/igypc
► kick.com/westcol
KICK TALK PODCAST
► kick.com/eddie
OFFICIAL LINKS
► X: kickstreaming
► Instagram: kickstreaming
► TikTok: kick.com
► YouTube: KickStreaming
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 takeover, revealing why creators across the region are thriving on Kick after years of being overlooked and underpaid elsewhere. They discuss the platform’s explosive growth in Latin America, and the region’s 2M-viewer December boxing event.
THE GUESTS
► kick.com/coscu
► kick.com/spreen
► kick.com/entxurage
KICK TALK PODCAST
► kick.com/eddie
OFFICIAL LINKS
► X: kickstreaming
► Instagram: kickstreaming
► TikTok: kick.com
► YouTube: KickStreaming
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
OFFICIAL LINKS
► X: kickstreaming
► Instagram: kickstreaming
► TikTok: kick.com
► YouTube: KickStreaming
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: kickstreaming
► Instagram: kickstreaming
► TikTok: kick.com
► YouTube: KickStreaming
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 PODCAST
► kick.com/eddie
OFFICIAL LINKS
► X: kickstreaming
► Instagram: kickstreaming
► TikTok: kick.com
► YouTube: KickStreaming
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: kick.com
► YouTube: KickStreaming