Insane Creator Scam

Coffeezilla

Coffeezilla

21 min, 6 sec

The video details the investigation into Revolt, a merch company, and its owner, Ryan Pente, covering financial misconduct and serious personal allegations.

Summary

  • The video starts with a hint of a scam involving big creators, leading to an investigation by Coffeezilla.
  • Revolt, a merchandising company, is accused of financial mismanagement, failing to deliver products, and running a Ponzi-like operation.
  • Ryan Pente, owner of Revolt and The Misfits, reportedly spent extravagantly, leading to the company's financial downfall.
  • Accusations against Ryan Pente include sexual misconduct, using business funds for personal gain, and harassment.
  • The investigation uncovers evidence of fraudulent pricing and misconduct involving both Revolt and The Misfits.

Chapter 1

Introduction to the Scam Involving Creators

0:00 - 15 sec

The video opens with a mysterious hint at a scam involving prominent creators, with the narrator contemplating whether to discuss it.

The video opens with a mysterious hint at a scam involving prominent creators, with the narrator contemplating whether to discuss it.

  • The narrator is apprehensive about discussing the scam due to potential legal consequences.
  • There's a sense that the creators are defrauded, embarrassed, and some are associated with the scam.

Chapter 2

Introduction to Revolt and Ryan Pente

0:20 - 1 min, 5 sec

The narrator receives a tip about a scam involving Revolt and dives into an investigation.

The narrator receives a tip about a scam involving Revolt and dives into an investigation.

  • Revolt is introduced as a company involved in a scam with huge influencers and unfulfilled payments.
  • Ryan Pente is identified as the person behind Revolt, also known for managing The Misfits.

Chapter 3

Financial Success and Mismanagement of Revolt

1:26 - 1 min, 12 sec

Revolt's initial financial success and subsequent mismanagement are discussed.

Revolt's initial financial success and subsequent mismanagement are discussed.

  • Revolt's successful revenue is highlighted, with sales numbers from 2021 showing substantial income.
  • Ryan Pente's extravagant spending habits are detailed, with suspicions of using company funds.

Chapter 4

The Downfall of Revolt

2:39 - 1 min, 31 sec

The video explores the operational issues and financial problems leading to Revolt's downfall.

The video explores the operational issues and financial problems leading to Revolt's downfall.

  • Revolt's logistics problems and inability to fulfill orders are exposed.
  • Ryan Pente's Ponzi-like scheme is revealed, where he uses new creator drops to pay off previous debts.

Chapter 5

Public Accusations Against Revolt

4:09 - 1 min, 40 sec

Creators begin to publicly share their negative experiences with Revolt.

Creators begin to publicly share their negative experiences with Revolt.

  • Notable creators like Carl Jacobs and Anthony Padilla speak out against Revolt for not fulfilling payment obligations.
  • Niki Nihachu, a Twitch streamer, claims Revolt owes her a substantial amount of money.

Chapter 6

Investigation into Revolt's Financial Misconduct

5:50 - 1 min, 40 sec

The investigation uncovers financial misconduct involving Revolt's dealings with Mr. Beast and potential fraud.

The investigation uncovers financial misconduct involving Revolt's dealings with Mr. Beast and potential fraud.

  • Evidence suggests Revolt may have inflated costs to Mr. Beast by altering factory invoice prices.
  • The investigation raises questions about whether Revolt used similar fraudulent practices with other creators.

Chapter 7

Revolt's Operational Failure and Merchandise Issues

7:30 - 1 min, 40 sec

Operational failures lead to merchandise issues, including unshipped orders and donation of merch to charity.

Operational failures lead to merchandise issues, including unshipped orders and donation of merch to charity.

  • Insiders report over 100,000 open customer support tickets for Revolt due to unfulfilled orders.
  • Merchandise is found donated to charity or for sale on eBay due to Revolt's failure to pay storage fees.

Chapter 8

Allegations of Sexual Misconduct Against Ryan Pente

9:10 - 1 min, 40 sec

Serious allegations of sexual misconduct are levied against Ryan Pente, including assault and predatory behavior.

Serious allegations of sexual misconduct are levied against Ryan Pente, including assault and predatory behavior.

  • Multiple stories emerge of Ryan Pente's alleged predatory behavior and assaults, particularly involving intoxication.
  • Corroborating evidence and testimonies from various sources support the allegations of misconduct.

Chapter 9

Financial Misuse and Exploitation

10:50 - 1 min, 40 sec

The investigation reveals financial misuse by Ryan Pente, including the exploitation of individuals for explicit content.

The investigation reveals financial misuse by Ryan Pente, including the exploitation of individuals for explicit content.

  • Ryan Pente is accused of using company funds to pay for explicit photos and to coerce individuals.
  • Business accounts were allegedly used for personal transactions, raising concerns of financial fraud.

Chapter 10

Summary and Call to Action

12:30 - 1 min, 40 sec

The video concludes with a summary of the two-fold scandal involving Revolt and Ryan Pente.

The video concludes with a summary of the two-fold scandal involving Revolt and Ryan Pente.

  • The financial misconduct and Ponzi-like operations of Revolt are summarized.
  • The personal misconduct of Ryan Pente, including abuse of power and sexual assault, is highlighted.

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