Can You Forgive Me?
Blacktail Studio Uncut
3 min, 5 sec
The speaker offers a detailed apology regarding their actions in a previous controversial video and promises to learn from their mistakes.
Summary
- The speaker begins by formally apologizing for their actions in a video they posted.
- They express regret and embarrassment over the content of the video, which involves questionable furniture assembly techniques.
- Acknowledging the backlash, they apologize for not demonstrating a more secure method and for the potential safety issues raised by viewers.
- The speaker reflects on the permanence of internet content and the importance of owning up to one's actions, promising to do better in the future.
Chapter 1
The speaker starts with a formal apology for their previous video, anticipating to address their actions directly.
- Apologizes for the formality and expresses a desire not to omit anything important.
- Mentions that many have seen the controversial video they posted after having a few drinks.
Chapter 2
The speaker recognizes that the video will not disappear and has affected many deeply, including their audience.
- Understands that the video has caused a strong reaction and will not simply go away.
- Compares their own hardship to that of their audience, admitting the audience's experience was worse.
Chapter 3
The speaker accepts the backlash as a consequence of their actions and thanks viewers for their comments.
- Describes their actions as deplorable and thanks viewers for their comments, rather than blaming them.
- The speaker is working with the help of family and friends, especially their wife, to regain trust.
Chapter 4
The speaker discusses the permanence of the internet and the importance of learning from mistakes.
- Acknowledges the desire to remove the video but admits that the internet's memory is permanent.
- Emphasizes the need to learn from history to avoid repeating mistakes.
Chapter 5
The speaker gives a detailed account of the criticized actions shown in the video and the backlash received.
- Explains the change in their technique for mounting tabletops on end tables, which was met with severe backlash.
- Compares the criticized method to that used by mass furniture retailers and acknowledges the potential for loosening over time.
Chapter 6
The speaker addresses the safety concerns related to the table construction and issues an apology.
- Discusses the potential for the table to fail under certain conditions, such as during family gatherings.
- Admits to not demonstrating preventive measures like using Loctite in the video.
Chapter 7
The speaker reflects on the extensive reach of the video and offers a heartfelt apology to all affected.
- Mentions over 10 million people have seen the video and expresses a wish to apologize to each individually.
- Offers a deep apology and reminds viewers to like and subscribe, suggesting a commitment to continue creating content.