Well, just want to point out that not all content creators do this. I have a channel and I make videos that are to the point and scripted. It probably won't int

Well, just want to point out that not all content creators do this. I have a channel and I make videos that are to the point and scripted. It probably won't interest you much but just saying that it IS possible to do it. I record a concise script AHEAD of time and the sync the recording to the script. And I still make money off it. So yeah, youtube videos CAN be concise, but I have actually two explanations for why many are not: 1. Most people want to put in mid-roll ads But that can't be the only reason -- if it were then a few creators could take over the market by making concise videos. So here's the second reason: 2. Many people watch YouTube for entertainment, not for learning information and they like to see long-form videos because they also want the pseudo-social interaction of watching their favourite creators. It doesn't appeal to me personally but it is what it is.