Jack Edwards

[n8459]

I can sort of see why books may not be too bad to take. I have a ton of books that I will probably never re-read again so sending them to someone to read probably isn't that bad of an idea, but seeing as he is a lit student and you'd expect him to be well-read it's also a risky thing because he may have just read the book already

Also, postage prices for books are probably pretty high too so definitely not factoring in a student budget on that front

My problem with it is that reading doesn’t have to be expensive, or cost anything at all. He has a job and can afford to buy his own books.

Many classics are available online if they are in the public domain, and libraries are well stocked. Although they may currently be closed, many libraries have online digital and audio catalogues which are easy to access.

If he wants to own physical copies, second hand shops (again, when open) can be a great resource, as can shopping online for pre owned titles.

Digital copies are also a thing, I get that the physical print vs kindle debate is a big thing, but that also makes reading so much more accessible

 

[slamvs27]

I can totally see him going into the booktube direction, good niche I think.

 

[jane_eyre]

travelling for leisure just seems so careless to me... aren't you supposed to quarantine for like 14 days after you travel anyways? and none of these influencers do. it's sad that jack isn't even in the minority here either, a bunch of influencers i follow are running all over the place, hopping on planes and meeting up with their friends with no quarantining, masks, or distancing. they all preach about staying safe and go on and on about how hard lockdown has been (usually sad about their cancelled trips lol the irony) and then pull this shit for those of us who have been sitting at home since march or forced to work in these conditions, it's just a huge slap in the face... just because you *can* doesn't mean you *should*

 

[jerihoam]

Yeah I actually came here to talk about that. It's such a non-apology, and so unprofessional? It's pushing all the blame onto the supplier and trying to stop people attacking him. Just begging for sympathy.

 

[Appanappa]

lets be real, MOST youtuber books are just a form of merch.

i found it funny he went on and on about ghost writers, when you could probably compile his entire book from online articles and student forums

 

[Pingupengu]

Hope jack watches the 2nd half of ibz's video: describes how oxbridge rejects hold their rejection for years, and if they get in for their masters in the end they could turn arrogant. oxford isn't the end all or be all- if your application was the best you could do it's more than likely that you were just not the right fit for the course. no need to continously reapply.

 

[buddy09]

Never seen anyone so desperate to be relatable while simulatenously being so out of touch. A middle class little posh boy who has never struggled a day in his life and probably never will. His 'thrifting' cracks me up as well, why do rich kids always try to make themselves look working class?

 

[whatshesaid123]

Constantly talking about Oxford is not a fucking personality. You got rejected so fucking move on - after being rejected a second time you’d think he’d accept it. his comments about Oxford being the best are really getting annoying, and I’m not saying it isn’t the best, but Durham is still a really good academic institution and he’s putting it down. He seems to be putting all the blame on COVID, on Durham, and on how hard he’s had it. Take some fucking responsibility and work harder - don’t write your every essay and the final dissertation at the last minute and expect to have every uni wanting you on their course.

sorry about this rant but it really pisses me off

 

[jjhv]

Imagine how much better he would have looked if he had just apologized about the mask situation. Regardless of the reason he took it down, just set a good example for your audience.

 

[jerihoam]

And on the subject of the book launch: he goes on and on about being a "published author" (he's definitely also mentioned that he didn't understand what else he could've done to make his Oxford application better because he'd written a book). He wrote a uni self-help book, which he got asked to do purely because he's a YouTuber. That's not what people mean when they say "published author". Like, technically yes, but also no.

 

[blondelolita]

He must have had complaints/questions. He’s confirmed it’s not a paid ad.

^ in that case, I respect the honesty & appreciate that he’s trying to educate. Could’ve been a bit clearer in the beginning though as it was a bit misleading

 

[lemonlime]

God, he's got it so easy. I'm older than him and yes, some mornings I want to stomp my feet, cry "I don't want to go to work" and have chocolate cereal for every meal but guess what? Adulthood doesn't give a shit, I have to earn a living, pay bills and do all kinds of bullshit that I never want to do. Jack thinks he's struggling with adulthood because he needs to write a cover letter and maybe one of his purchases is delayed during delivery. He won't know what hit him if Youtube ever goes down the drain.

 

[nissigossips]

Cant believe he'd say publicly that he doesn't pay attention to zoom calls at work and that hes looking at their house in the background I know it's (probably?!) a joke but come on Jack! If you love the job don't lose it!

 

[abla]

lmao wait but why did he word this as if his channel was going to be the exclusive place to see the new cover when it's just a PR package being sent to different book influencers? Or am I missing something?

oh wow, i was wondering why they would choose him to do the cover reveal... this makes a lot more sense. why on earth did he phrase it like that lol

 

[fwooper]

I think Jack is in that situation that a lot of fresh graduates find themselves in where they apply to a handful of aspirational jobs fresh out of uni and are *pikachu shocked face* when they get rejected. It sucks, but I think it's an important stage to go through because it makes you realise that it isn't enough to just apply to a few jobs that you like the sound of; you have to humble yourself and apply to things you think you're overqualified for and apply for positions that you don't think would be a perfect fit.

I think the concern with Jack is that because he has this safety net of YouTube and being able to live in London alone, he will just coast along doing bits and bobs until he can start a masters next year and the university content can start back up again.

 

[vintageclara]

I hate everything he wears. His Instagram pics are just a huge collection of ugly outfits that not don't look good, items that don't go with each other, don't suit him and make him scream he is trying too hard.

And the vests...

Careful, you might be screenshotted and posted near his next ugly selfie!

 

[Anon576]

I’ve not once met someone at uni that’s mentioned whether they’re first gen or not everyone feels anxious before uni, get a grip

 

[nrs264]

I'm 1st generation and it's not that big a deal, in fact its something I barely think of. Its only really a big deal if you come from a deprived or poor background, which he clearly hasnt. He is a very comfortable middle class kid

 

[Welshgal]

What is it with influencers and their birthday? Molly Thompson has also bin whining non stop.
Yes it sucks not being able to go out but you’re not 12? Get over it. Celebrate next year (hopefully).

 

[Katso]

Hope jack watches the 2nd half of ibz's video: describes how oxbridge rejects hold their rejection for years, and if they get in for their masters in the end they could turn arrogant. oxford isn't the end all or be all- if your application was the best you could do it's more than likely that you were just not the right fit for the course. no need to continously reapply.

Damn this is a good video. Probably the best video of rejection I have seen. He is the only one who says "rejection is redirection" and then lives by it and doesn't keep applying. Something Jack needs to realise if he is going to keep saying that. This video and the maturity of ibzmo in it makes Jacks rejection videos look so bad.