VIEWS with David Dobrik & Jason Nash
Episode: My Weekend Alone
Date: October 14, 2025
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In this episode, David Dobrik, Jason Nash, and Natalie share candid stories from their recent lives, discussing cameo requests, business investments, awkward wedding experiences, and the reality of material happiness. David reflects on his rare weekend spent completely alone, leading to deeper conversations about loneliness, love, and fulfillment, all with the group’s trademark banter and self-deprecation.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Cameo Obsessions and Side Hustles
[00:24–05:57]
- Jason discusses a committed Cameo buyer, “Jean Paul,” who’s purchased 32 weeks’ worth of videos, asking new questions each time.
- “I just did 32nd week. Every week it's a new question that's in my wheelhouse.” – Jason [02:01]
- Jason charges $75 per video, but describes how the platform takes a significant cut after taxes.
- Cameo’s widespread use, creative requests, and whether users exploit the format for jokes.
- David regrets passing up an early investment in Cameo, despite knowing the founders—and discusses his approach to investing.
- “You could come pitch me Uber, and I’d be like, well, I’d never take an Uber, so I don’t want to invest.” – David [04:13]
2. Ventures and Investments: Missed and Messed Up
[05:29–06:53]
- David and the crew discuss funny and failed investment opportunities:
- Wine company (bad product),
- “Blooming Tables,” plant-laden furniture,
- Random seltzer brands.
- David’s candidness about being a poor investor:
- “I invested into AMC. Lost all my money there...I’m the worst business person ever.” – David [06:41]
3. Weddings, Zen Mishaps, and Lebanese Swords
[06:53–11:15]
- Jason recounts a chaotic wedding trip where Naveen’s brother, driving a BMW, nearly passed out from too much nicotine “Zen” and had to pull over.
- “My eyes are closed, I can’t see straight, dog.” – Naveen's brother (as imitated by Jason) [08:30]
- Both Jason and Natalie attended lively, traditional Lebanese weddings, complete with swords and large celebrations.
4. David’s Lonely Weekend: A Rare Solitude
[11:19–13:49]
- David vividly describes two days alone in his house for the first time in years.
- “It was fucking wild. Two days by myself. I could not believe how difficult it was for me.” – David [11:41]
- He spent hours in his movie room, lost in TikTok, not even playing the movie he set out to watch.
- Binge-watched films including Exodus: Gods and Kings, Gossip Girl, Relay, and The Martian.
- Admits to needing company: “Just made me realize how much I need somebody… Like, I love cuddling. I’m such a cuddler.” – David [13:54]
5. Weddings, Love, and Changing Perspectives
[13:49–17:57]
- Natalie reflects on being the “last single” after her friends' weddings and on wedding theatrics, like horses that walk the bride a short distance.
- “The horse brought her 10ft and then the horse was done.” – Jason [14:41]
- David expresses why he’s a romantic and why he understands weddings.
- “I love being in love. I think it’s so crazy because you just become the biggest loser. Like, you’re writing poems…” – David [15:57]
- Debates whether weddings and birthdays are for the individual or for loved ones to celebrate you.
6. Natalie’s Hidden Personality & Being a Friend
[17:57–22:07]
- Discussion about seeing different sides of Natalie: she’s more fun and open when David isn’t around or when drunk at parties.
- “She’ll, like, completely listen to you and like be so invested… It’s the most incredible version of Natalie I’ve ever seen.” – David [20:29]
- Jason and David reflect on how group dynamics impact personality.
7. Behind-the-Scenes: Pranks, Teslas & Rental Fiascos
[22:07–24:51]
- Hilarious story of Natalie being banned from Turo (a car-sharing service) for wrapping rental Teslas green for a giveaway.
- “So Natalie rented a car… and we were doing a dispo giveaway at the time. So… you wrapped it green. That’s fucking crazy.” – David [23:50]
- One renter loved it, the other not so much.
8. Losing Cameras and the Vlogger’s Life
[24:53–28:40]
- David once left his camera in a nightclub after drunkenly attempting to film a bit with Zane.
- “I just put the camera down in the middle of the club… I never got it.” – David [25:17]
- The importance of specific camera gear for vlogging—he resourced a Canon 80D through a fan who ironically bought it seven years prior because of David.
9. Material Things, Fulfillment, and Happiness
[31:56–36:27]
- Natalie insists she has zero buyer’s remorse about her Ferrari; David muses on why he cherishes material things and watches so much.
- “My goals in my life are set on milestones of, like, I can’t wait to get this watch or I can’t wait to get this car.” – David [32:01]
- Group debates if true fulfillment comes from friendships, creativity, or stuff.
- “It's like if you said to me, oh, Jay, do you want a million dollars or a new stand up act? ... I wouldn't [take the money].” – Jason [34:10]
- Jason admits to being ‘glass half empty,’ always stressed and rarely content.
10. Self-Reflection, Stress, and Trying to Change
[36:03–39:25]
- David and Jason reflect on personalities: perpetual stress (Jason) vs. contentment (David).
- “You are glad you will forever… be damned for eternity as glass half empty. Nothing will ever resolve it.” – David [37:08]
- Jason tries being more carefree, and both consider how mindset affects life and happiness.
- Gym talk: David built a home gym that’s now so busy it feels public.
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments (with Timestamps)
- David on investing:
“You could come pitch me Uber, and I’d be like, well, I’d never take an Uber, so I don’t want to invest. Like, it was so dumb. But, like, cameo is a fucking genius idea.” [04:13] - Jason’s Cameo Hustle:
“This guy really likes you.” – David, reacting to Jason’s 32 consecutive Cameos for one fan [02:43] - Loneliness Realization:
“I could not believe how difficult it was for me...just walking back and forth.” – David, on solitude [11:41] - On love’s impact:
“You just become the fucking biggest loser. Like you’re writing poems...not because you need to do it, but just because it’s right.” – David [15:57] - On life’s fulfillment:
“I’ve never, like, I’ve never not had a great group of friends… My group of friends was so great that it fueled my job.” – David [33:01] - On being glass half empty:
“Nothing will ever resolve it. Ever. I’m so sorry to say. The lottery will do nothing for a man like you but bring you more problems.” – David, to Jason [37:13] - Natalie letting loose:
“The most incredible version of Natalie I’ve ever seen in my child. It’s shocking.” – David [20:29] - Jason’s drive:
“It's like if you said to me, oh, Jay, do you want a million dollars or a new stand up act? ... I wouldn't [take the money].” [34:10] - On missed business opportunities:
“I invested into AMC. Lost all my money there...I’m the worst business person ever.” – David [06:41] - Nightclub mishap:
“I just put the camera down in the middle of the club… I never got it.” – David [25:17]
Timestamps for Key Segments
| Topic | Timestamp | |----------------------------------------------|---------------| | Jason’s Cameo superfan & monetization | 00:24–05:57 | | Investments & missed business opportunities | 05:29–06:53 | | Wedding stories & near-accident road trip | 06:53–11:15 | | David’s utterly alone weekend, TV binge | 11:19–13:49 | | Reflections on weddings and love | 13:49–17:57 | | Natalie’s true personality, social scenes | 17:57–22:07 | | Rental car pranks and Tesla debacle | 22:07–24:51 | | The lost camera at the club | 24:53–28:40 | | Natalie’s Ferrari, material happiness | 31:56–36:27 | | Personalities: Stress and contentment | 36:03–39:25 |
Tone and Style
- Conversational, irreverent, and self-deprecating: The hosts’ chemistry lends itself to teasing, laughter, and blunt honesty.
- Insightful under the humor: Their banter often leads to thoughtful, if sometimes accidental, exploration of deeper issues—loneliness, love, and the realities behind influencer culture.
- Candid and unvarnished: The group openly discusses money, mistakes, insecurities, and personal habits in a way that's relatable and engaging.
Summary Takeaway
This episode captures what VIEWS does best: blending outrageous stories, pop culture modernity, and authentic vulnerability. David’s weekend alone becomes a lens into friendship, fulfillment, and the eternal search for connection, all delivered with the group’s signature wit, chaos, and heart.