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Navigating Financial Turmoil

Despite the initial momentum, Ramen struggled to scale his channel financially. In 2024, he reported spending $98,000 on production costs, including editor fees, transportation for guests, and other expenses related to production. With his revenue not measuring up—averaging only about $10–$12 per thousand views—Ramen was facing an uphill battle. The numbers were illustrative of his predicament: losing nearly $60 per hour worked, leading to significant stress.