The Underdog: 5 Emerging or Underrated YouTubers

It's not a secret to anyone in my life that I am more than obsessed with YouTube. I'm subscribed to more than 300 YouTubers (some that I don't even watch--I know crazy!), and it seems like everyday I'm finding a new channels and new people to love. There are more than a few YouTubers that do such a great job but don't get mentioned enough. There are also some new faces that need a boost to grow their audience.

Since I love writing about the underdogs, here's a new list of YouTubers you may not know about.




1. JackVsLife
Jack is an adventurous. He explores new places and turns the familiar places into a journey of rediscovery. His filming technique is quite intriguing and anything but simple. He inspires me to travel, and I think he would inspire other people as well.



2. RiannaRinch
If you've heard of ApprenticeEh, you've probably heard of Rianna Finch. She is a witty, awkward, and sarcastic Canadian YouTuber. Her videos carry that subtle hint of humour that's not too in-your-face like some other YouTubers out there. She only has a few video up right now as she just started her YouTube journey, but she does not disappoint.



3. VivaLaWatts
Matt is a hilarious Canadian YouTuber who has been around for a while. His videos are very entertaining and his hyper, comedic, extroverted personality truly shines.

4. UpTheAnte
Tyler is a new YouTuber with creative skits and down-to-earth rants on topics anyone can relate to. She might be new, but she isn't afraid to put herself out there.

5. Haltiamava
I've watched Ava for a while, but only recently stopped to realize how underrated her channel is. She is pretty awesome and doesn't use any fancy production to get her point across. She just sits in front of the camera and tells it how it is. I adore her hair colour changes and her quirky personality. She's kind of like the big sister you've always wanted.

The Underdog: Top Five Underrated TV shows

Since I watch way too much television, I've decided to share my favourite buzz-worthy TV shows that just aren't getting the right buzz. I have a super power when it comes to finding good music and shows; so why keep it to myself? It pains me to know that some shows are going unnoticed, even though they are beyond awesome, and most times better than the popular shows out there.

So here it goes:

1. My Mad Fat Diary

















This one is currently an obsession. The new season (or series, as they call it in the UK) just started and I'm loving it. This is a British teen drama, set in 1996, which follows Rae Earl, a hilarious and troubled teen who was previously committed to a psychiatric hospital after attempting suicide. It explores the ups and downs of Rae's life as she struggles to move on and live a normal teenage life. Sharon Rooney is such a great actress. To play this character as well as she does -- I couldn't picture anyone else as Rae.


2. Luther















Another British drama (I might be slightly obsessed with British television), but this one is a crime drama. Idris Elba (one of my celebrity crushes) plays a brilliant murder detective with a genius mind that tends to get him into unwanted trouble. Idris is excellent in this role and does not disappoint. It can get a bit bloody and violent, but it's a crime drama, so it's expected. It makes the show raw and cringe-worthy... in a good way.


3. Bates Motel


















Twisted, but addicting! The second season is set to come back in March, which I'm beyond excited about. Bates Motel is a prequel to the 1960's horror film Psycho. It follows Norma and Norman Bates, a mother and son who move into an old house with plans to run the adjoining motel. The Bates moved with intentions to start a new life and bury old secrets, but it seems that moving to the new town only added to the grave of secrets they already have. Vera Farmiga and Freddie Highmore are superb in this!


4. Common Law


















Crime and comedy, the best of both worlds! Although this one has been cancelled (all the good one's get cancelled), it deserves a spot on this list. Micheal Ealy and Warren Kole play cops who can't stand each other. After an incident at work, their captain forces them to go to couples therapy to work out their issues. I know there are many cop shows out there, but this one is quite different from any of the ones I've seen. The comedic side alone gives it that extra boost of entertainment.


5. Emily Owens, M.D.













Apart from the numerous cop shows out there, there are just as many medical dramas. I'm a big fan of Grey's anatomy, but it can get a bit... dramatic? Although this show is cancelled, it's one of the few good medial dramas out there. It follows a medical intern who is fresh out of medical school and happy to leave her high school years behind. Until she realizes that working at a hospital is more like high school than she thought. It's a shame it had to be cancelled, but still worth a watch!


Bonus!
6. Rookie Blue














Since I'm a Canadian, I had to feature a bonus to the list -- a Canadian show! I have to be honest, this one is a lot like the cop shows that are already out there, but I still love it! Plus it's still running, so I thought I'd get the word out about it. It's one of those shows that get you hooked.