The Binge Bank - How to Make People Obsess Over Your Content
Forget chasing views—build a Binge Bank instead. Learn how to stack content that turns casual viewers into lifelong fans, just like MrBeast, Hasan Minhaj, and Shaan Puri.
What Is a Binge Bank?
Most creators treat content like disposable fast food. You post something, hope for likes, and if it flops, you move on.
But smart creators? They build a Binge Bank—a vault of content designed for future superfans.
Think of it this way:
- A random person stumbles across your content today.
- They get curious and start digging.
- They binge through your past work like it's a Netflix show.
- By the end, they know you, like you, and trust you.
That’s when they hit subscribe, follow, or buy from you.
This is how real audiences are built—not through one viral moment, but through years of stacking content that’s waiting to be discovered.
Why Views Don’t Matter (And What Actually Does)
If you’re obsessed with views, you’re playing the wrong game.
Here’s why:
- Virality is unpredictable – Even MrBeast doesn’t know which video will blow up.
- A one-hit wonder won’t build your brand – If people check you out and find nothing else, they move on.
- Engagement beats exposure – A small, engaged audience is 10x more valuable than a million passive viewers.
The real metric to care about? How deep people go into your content.
The Three Essential Ingredients of a Binge-Worthy Creator
Not all creators are binge-worthy. Some make content that you watch once and forget. Others create an endless rabbit hole that pulls people in deeper and deeper until—before they know it—they’ve watched 20 videos, read five blog posts, and followed every social media account.
Want to be the second type? You need three essential ingredients.
1. Make Your Content Easy to Binge
Imagine stumbling onto a creator for the first time. You like their post or video, so you click on their profile. Now what?
If all you see is a couple of random posts and an abandoned YouTube channel from 2018, you’re out. But if there’s a treasure trove of content, neatly organized and easy to navigate, you start clicking around… and suddenly, an hour has passed.
That’s the Binge Bank effect—and it happens when you:
✅ Have a deep catalog – The more content, the deeper people can go. YouTube videos, blog posts, tweets, podcasts—it all counts.
✅ Stick to a clear theme – People should instantly “get” what you do. If your content is all over the place, they won’t know what to expect, and they’ll bounce.
✅ Make your content build on itself – Your best work shouldn’t feel like isolated pieces—it should connect like a series. Think of it as a playlist, not a one-hit single.
The ultimate goal? Your audience should naturally move from one piece of content to another without friction.
Pro Tip: Every new post should reference your past content. Leave links, callbacks, or “if you liked this, check this out” breadcrumbs to guide people further.
2. Stack Content Without Worrying About Immediate Results
Here’s where most creators screw up: They expect instant results.
- They post a YouTube video. It gets 300 views.
- They write a blog post. No one reads it.
- They tweet a masterpiece. 2 likes.
So they quit.
But here’s the truth: Most content doesn’t take off immediately.
Even MrBeast made 100 videos before one took off. If he had stopped at 50, you wouldn’t know his name today.
Here’s why you need to keep stacking content even when no one’s watching:
- Momentum is real. When one piece of content finally pops, people start digging through your backlog.
- Bingeability compounds over time. The more content you have, the deeper people can go.
- Your biggest fans haven’t found you yet. The content you’re making today isn’t for the audience you have—it’s for the superfans you’ll attract in the future.
Mindset Shift: Every post is a deposit into your Binge Bank. Whether it flops or goes viral, it’s there for future fans to discover.
3. Use Storytelling to Hook People
Binge-worthy content isn’t just informative—it’s entertaining. If people are going to stick around for hours, your content needs to pull them in emotionally.
How? By mastering storytelling.
- Be relatable. People don’t connect with perfection. They connect with honest, flawed, real people. Show your struggles, awkward moments, and behind-the-scenes mess.
- Use intention and obstacle. Every great story has a character (you), a goal (what you want), and an obstacle (what’s in the way). If your content doesn’t have this, it’s probably boring.
- Inject humor. Humor makes content sticky. If you make someone laugh, they’ll keep watching, reading, and sharing.
Example: Hasan Minhaj starts a comedy special by talking about how he and his wife struggled to get pregnant. But instead of just dumping information, he builds intention and obstacle:
- Intention: They want a baby.
- Obstacle: His own body is the problem (his "balls don’t work").
- Bonus: The way he phrases it makes people laugh, making the moment even more engaging.
By mastering storytelling, you turn passive viewers into engaged fans—fans who stick around, consume more content, and come back for more.
Master These and You’ll Be Unforgettable
Becoming a binge-worthy creator isn’t about luck—it’s about strategy.
Make it easy for people to binge.
Keep stacking content, even when it feels pointless.
Master storytelling so people actually care.
Do these three things consistently, and one day, you’ll wake up to an audience that can’t get enough of you. 🚀
How to Build Your Own Binge Bank
So you want people to binge your content like it’s the latest Netflix series? Good. Because attention spans are shrinking, and if you don’t give people a reason to stick around, they won’t.
The secret isn’t just making content—it’s making content that stacks.
Here’s how to do it:
Step 1: Identify Your Core Themes
What do you want to be known for? Pick three main themes that define your content.
For example, Shaan Puri built his Binge Bank around:
- Storytelling – Teaching people how to communicate better.
- Business – Breaking down startups, investing, and entrepreneurship.
- Learning New Skills – Documenting his own process of mastering new things.
When you have clear themes:
✅ Your audience instantly knows what you’re about.
✅ Your content starts reinforcing itself (instead of being random noise).
✅ People who like one piece of content are more likely to explore the rest.
ACTION STEP: Write down the three things you want people to associate with you. Every post you make should tie back to at least one of them.
Step 2: Create Evergreen Content
Not all content is created equal. If you want your Binge Bank to have long-term value, you need evergreen content—stuff that stays relevant for years, not weeks.
Compare these two types of posts:
🚨 BAD: “Why This Week’s YouTube Algorithm Update Sucks”
- Relevant for a few days, then useless.
- No one will search for it in six months.
✅ GOOD: “How to Make Every YouTube Video Hook Viewers in 10 Seconds”
- Helpful today, next year, and five years from now.
- Can be discovered anytime and still provide value.
Think about the best books, blog posts, or videos you’ve ever consumed. Chances are, they weren’t tied to fleeting trends—they were timeless principles you could revisit anytime.
ACTION STEP: Before creating something, ask yourself: Will this still be valuable a year from now? If not, tweak it.
Step 3: Leave a Breadcrumb Trail
Want people to binge more of your content? Make it easy for them.
Think of how Netflix, YouTube, and TikTok suck you in: they suggest the next thing before you even think about leaving. You need to do the same.
Here’s how:
✅ Link your best content everywhere – Every post should point to other valuable posts.
✅ Create playlists and guides – Have a “Start Here” section for new followers.
✅ Mention past content in new content – If you’ve already explained something, reference it and link back.
Example: If you make a post about storytelling, reference an older post where you talked about writing engaging hooks. That way, people naturally move deeper into your Binge Bank.
ACTION STEP: Go through your existing content and start connecting the dots. Add links, cross-references, and create a content map so people don’t hit dead ends.
Step 4: Stop Stressing Over Views
Most creators quit too early because they don’t see immediate results. Big mistake.
Your mindset shift: Every piece of content is a deposit into your Binge Bank.
📉 If it flops? Still a deposit. Someone might find it months later.
🚀 If it pops? Even better—now people have more to explore.
Remember: The internet never sleeps. The content you create today will still be discoverable in years. So keep stacking.
ACTION STEP: Commit to a long-term view. Stop obsessing over one post’s performance and focus on building the vault.
Build It, and They Will Binge
Most creators play checkers. The ones who win play chess.
Don’t chase viral moments. Build a Binge Bank—a content ecosystem that keeps people coming back for more.
The best part? Once your Binge Bank is deep enough, it starts working for you—turning random viewers into raving superfans on autopilot.
Now, get stacking. 🚀
How to Build Your Own Binge Bank
Ready to build a Binge Bank of your own? It’s not about waiting for something to go viral—it’s about strategically stacking content so that when people find you, they can’t stop digging through your work. Here’s how you can start:
Step 1: Identify Your Core Themes
The first step in building a Binge Bank is figuring out what you want to be known for. Your content needs to center around three key themes that define your brand. These themes act like the pillars that support your entire content strategy.
Think of it like this:
- What do you want to talk about?
- What do you want people to remember you for?
- What’s your unique perspective?
For example, Shaan Puri has built his Binge Bank around these three themes:
- Storytelling
- Business
- Learning new skills
Your core themes could be anything—fitness, tech, mindset, creativity—but they need to be focused and specific. Every piece of content you create should somehow tie back to these central themes.
By sticking to these themes, you’ll develop a clear identity that makes it easy for people to understand what you do and want to dive deeper into your world.
Step 2: Create Evergreen Content
One of the biggest mistakes creators make is focusing too much on time-sensitive content. Sure, trending topics and hot takes might give you a short-term boost, but they’ll be irrelevant in a matter of weeks or months. Evergreen content, however, stands the test of time.
What is evergreen content? It’s content that stays valuable for a long time.
Examples:
- Bad: “Why This Week’s YouTube Algorithm Update Sucks” (this will be irrelevant by next week).
- Good: “How to Make Every YouTube Video Hook Viewers in 10 Seconds” (timeless advice that’s valuable for years).
When you create evergreen content, it’s like planting a seed in your Binge Bank that will continue to grow and pull people in long after it’s been posted. Over time, these pieces will form the backbone of your content library and help new fans discover your older work.
Step 3: Leave a Breadcrumb Trail
Imagine you’re a newcomer to your content. You find one post or video that catches your eye. What’s next? If there’s no clear way to explore your other work, they’ll probably leave and forget about you.
To build a successful Binge Bank, you need to make it easy for people to go deeper:
- Link your best content in every new post. Whether it’s a blog, YouTube video, or tweet, link to your past work that’s relevant to what you’re talking about.
- Create playlists or pinned threads on your social media profiles so newcomers can easily find a collection of your best work.
- Use “Start Here” guides to direct people to the most valuable content for beginners. Think of it like a tour of your content library.
By linking back to older content, you’re guiding your audience down a breadcrumb trail that keeps them on your content path. The deeper they go, the more invested they become.
Step 4: Stop Stressing Over Views
Here’s the secret to building a successful Binge Bank: stop obsessing over immediate results.
When you’re stacking content, remember: Each piece of content is a deposit into your Binge Bank.
It’s easy to get discouraged if a post doesn’t perform well. But here’s the truth:
- If it flops, it’s still a deposit into your Binge Bank. People will discover it later.
- If it pops, people now have more to explore. The content you’ve built will work for you while you sleep.
So stop stressing over the views. Every piece of content you create is part of a larger strategy to build a deep catalog of work that will serve you and your audience long term.
Play the Long Game
Most creators quit too soon because they don’t see instant results.
But the ones who win? They stack content patiently, knowing that:
✅ The right people will find them when the time is right.
✅ Every post builds long-term trust—even if it flops today.
✅ Their future superfans will binge through their content, one by one.
So stop obsessing over views. Start building your Binge Bank.
Your superfans are coming. Will you be ready for them? 🚀