Preparing for my @Netflix documentary appearance, but I'm 99.9% sure this one will actually happen

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Foul Ball Safety Now Podcast

Podcast Episode · Foul Ball Safety Now Talks · July 6 · 1h

Why it worked

The video uses a relatable and humorous premise (preparing for a documentary) to draw viewers in, then transitions to a relevant and important topic (baseball safety) tied to a specific podcast. The use of trending news clips and a clear call to action on where to find the podcast likely contributed to its reach.

Summary

The creator humorously prepares for a "Netflix documentary appearance" by referencing news articles about foul balls at MLB games and a podcast episode. The video promotes the "Foul Ball Safety Now Podcast" and encourages viewers to stream it on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

Structure

1Creator sitting in a chair, referencing a Netflix documentary
2Showing news clips about foul balls at baseball games
3Showing a news article about abolishing the 'Baseball Rule'
4Creator pointing and talking about the podcast

Original caption

Listen in as I guest host an episode of @Foul Ball Safety Now Talks podcast available to stream on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! @MLB @ESPN #baseball #comedian #Summer #MLB #podcast

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Product placement

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Call to action

Stream now available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts!

On-screen text

Preparing for my @Netflix documentary appearance, but I'm 99.9% sure this one will actually happen NBC NEWS EXCLUSIVE SPORTS Foul balls hurt hundreds of fans at MLB ballparks. See where your team stands on netting. In 2018, a grandmother celebrating her 79th birthday at Dodgers Stadium in L.A. died after being hit in the head by a foul ball. Which camera? This one News at IU Indiana University Home > Stories Foul ball! Time to abolish 'Baseball Rule' protecting MLB from liability when fans are injured FOUL BALL SAFTEY NOW PODCAST Episode: "Follow the Money: A Superfan's Perspective on Safety" Link in Bio! Stream now available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts!