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Time of India
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
10 Moments from Kai Cenat's Streamer University That Caused Major Community Backlash
Image via: Christopher Polk / Getty Images Kai Cenat's Streamer University was a vision of a revolutionary leap in democratizing content creation—a four-day campus retreat in Akron, Ohio, gathering up and coming streamers and internet titans. It had 17 professors, 120 students, and an audacious curriculum that mixed entertainment, business, and it was almost guaranteed to become a beacon in the influencer universe. Instead, it turned into a lightning rod for controversy. Below are 10 events that stoked the flames. 1. Favoritism in Student Selection Even though SU marketed the program as a platform for "undiscovered talent," numerous students selected by SU were already celebrity minors within Cenat's universe. His critics accused him of nepotism, citing the likes of Rakai (referred to as Cenat's "son") and Young Dabo. The selection process seemed more like a PR stunt than a fair-opportunity platform. Streamer University Award Ceremony! 2. The Viral Rejection Call One of the most widely discussed clips was Young Dabo being prank-called during a haircut, where a fake SU representative informed him he was being expelled for being "ugly as sh**." Though meant as humor, the clip came under fire for condoning bullying in the name of content. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo 3. Zoe Spencer 's Tearful Livestream Zoe Spencer, a Twitch streamer who was SU rejected, cried on a livestream claiming discrimination. Her rejection, she claimed, was a personal one and not based on her streaming experience. She succeeded in appealing to the hearts of fans and creating a broader conversation about gatekeeping within the content creation space. 4. SoLLUMINATI vs. Zoe Spencer Feud YouTuber SoLLUMINATI fanned tensions anew by publicly accusing Zoe of rejection and emasculating male streamers. Zoe's counterevent, which was littered with personal insults and slurs, fueled the controversy and branded SU as a drama factory and not a place of mentorship. Streamer University First Day Orientiation! 5. S*x Education as Curriculum Cenat's addition of "s*x education" as a course made people raise an eyebrow. Critics didn't know if it was to be treated as a joke or a genuine push towards progressive education. Either way, most believed it crossed the line between edutainment and sensationalism. 6. Ridiculous Application Questions Applications needed responses to ridiculous queries such as "Can you bite your elbow?"—making the process a circus. Many would-be creators felt demeaned by the nonchalance of the enrollment process. 7. Scamming Allegations A few online critics called SU a "scam," thinking the program was more about Cenat building his brand rather than nurturing new talent. But Cenat made it clear that none has to pay. Reviewing Every Streamer University Application! 8. Public Meltdown on Stream Amid growing criticism, Cenat vented on Twitch: 'I'm never doing this sh** again.' His frustration has created backlash in the community. 9. Gatekeeping by AMP Members Because many SU professors used to be part of Cenat's AMP collective, fans are targeting this issue to create backlash as well. 10. Suddenly Cancelled Upcoming Courses Cenat announced after the scandal that SU would not return due to financial struggles and criticism. To many, it represented the uphill battle of trying to create something new in a community that is quick to criticize but slow to believe. Kai Cenat's Streamer University is Terrible Streamer University was a high-concept project with commendable goals but imperfect execution. In attempting to combine entertainment and mentorship, Kai Cenat revealed both the potential and profound fault lines in the creator economy. Whether SU comes back or not, its conversation starter regarding access, accountability, and authenticity in online spaces has only just begun. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
Time of India
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
SoLLUMINATI slams Zoe Spencer for 'humiliating men' on stream and calls her an 'industry plant'
Image via soLLUMINATI/Youtube It's drama time on Twitch again. This time, it's SoLLUMINATI vs. Zoe Spencer , and things are getting real personal. Jayvontay 'SoLLUMINATI' has reignited his online feud with fellow streamer Zoe Spencer , accusing her of being an 'industry plant' and claiming she deliberately emasculates the men she collaborates with. His explosive remarks came after Spencer's emotional livestream about being left out of Kai Cenat's Streamer University , a topic that's already been buzzing across the streaming world. What Triggered SoLLUMINATI's Comments? Zoe Spencer recently went live, visibly upset after not being chosen for Kai Cenat's Streamer University project. She shared how hurt and confused she felt, implying there were unfair reasons behind her exclusion. But SoLLUMINATI wasn't having it. Instead of sympathizing, he doubled down on criticism, calling her tears nothing more than 'sympathy bait.' According to him, Spencer's emotional appeal was a deflection tactic—an attempt to shift blame and manipulate her audience. He said that she gives the men on her stream sympathy energy but doesn't really care about them. He also said that she throws people under the bus by painting a picture and then they get bashed due to that. SoLLUMINATI Ends Zoe Spencer's Career.. The 'Industry Plant' Allegation In the same clip, SoLLUMINATI questioned Spencer's entire rise in the streaming world. He claimed he had no idea who she was until he 'did his research' and found a pattern he didn't like. He said that all she does is 'emasculate' men on her stream and that she's an 'industry plant.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch Bitcoin và Ethereum - Không cần ví! IC Markets BẮT ĐẦU NGAY Undo For context, the term 'industry plant' refers to someone who is artificially boosted into fame, usually by corporate backing, while pretending to be an organic success. SoLLUMINATI didn't provide concrete evidence but suggested that her presence in streaming feels orchestrated. 'She Humiliates Them': The Core Accusation One of SoLLUMINATI's strongest claims was that Zoe Spencer actively humiliates and emasculates the men on her stream. He described a pattern where male streamers, instead of enjoying casual banter, end up feeling diminished or disrespected. He said, 'Every male that's part of her stream, she humiliates them.' It's worth noting that SoLLUMINATI's comments came just weeks after Zoe's verbal spat with Kai Cenat in late 2024—a moment many fans believed was a turning point in her Twitch trajectory. SoLLUMINATI Humiliates Zoe Spencer & She Responds (FULL VIDEO) Spencer Fires Back Zoe didn't stay silent. During one of her recent streams, she went off on SoLLUMINATI, even bringing his dog and family into the mix. The feud escalated fast, prompting other creators, like Joshua 'YourRAGE,' to step in and urge Spencer to apologize before the situation spirals even further. Final Thoughts This isn't just a clash of personalities—it's a deeper commentary on how streaming culture often walks a fine line between entertainment and exploitation. Is Zoe Spencer being unfairly targeted for being outspoken? Or is SoLLUMINATI exposing something others were too afraid to say? Either way, one thing's clear: this feud is far from over. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
