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The Journey of Hori Humor: From Troubled Youth to Social Media Star

Nick Betar Season 5 Episode 38

In this episode, Sean Tomlin, also known as Hori Humor, shares his journey from growing up in a rough neighborhood in Wellington, New Zealand to becoming a popular social media content creator. Sean discusses the origin of his unique name, his troubled youth involving theft and vandalism, and the transformative impact meeting his partner had on his life. He touches on his experiences with rugby, his unexpected success with men's netball, and his weightlifting accomplishments. Sean also delves into his current life as a father, his approach to social media content, and the challenges of balancing a full-time job with his passion for creating humorous content. The episode provides an insightful and candid look at Sean's life, the influence of his childhood, and his aspirations for Hori Humor moving forward.

00:00 Introduction to Hori Humor

01:18 Growing Up in New Zealand

03:04 Childhood Antics and Lessons

05:20 Sports and Hobbies

20:03 The Birth of Hori Humor

37:58 Engaging with Comments: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly

38:50 Staying Authentic in Content Creation

40:01 Dealing with Haters and Negative Comments

45:35 Advice for Aspiring Content Creators

51:21 The Journey of Personal Growth

54:39 Balancing Content Creation and Personal Life

01:03:13 Reflecting on Past Mistakes and Growth

01:06:45 Closing Thoughts and Reflections

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