The 15 Best YouTube Channels for Business Stories
- Kemper Ball
- May 8, 2024
- 3 min read
If you’re captivated by captains of industry, you might want to check out some of these YouTube channels. From the history behind some of the largest companies in the world to cautionary tales about how others failed, here are 20 of the best channels to check out for business history.
Business History focuses on profiles of historical personalities, the development of world-changing technology, company history and industry studies. The channel was created by economic history student Kiron Kasbeker who uses his education to tell stories in compelling ways through multi-part video series.
Subscribers: 6,690
Videos Posted: 68
Total Views: 1 million
If you’re interested in learning about how some of the most successful businesses in the world got where they are, check out Company Man. From tech companies to restaurant chains, Company Man posts videos every Wednesday that are full of interesting information that you might not have known.
Subscribers: 1.73 million
Videos Posted: 371
Total Views: 285 million
Companies History uses a unique format to tell the stories of massive corporations. The channel’s creator uses charming illustrations to depict important moments in the history of businesses. The channel doesn’t just cover American businesses, they also cover many international organizations.
Subscribers: 1,800
Videos Posted: 96
Total Views: 208,000
Forbes is one of the most well-known names in the business world. Their YouTube channel boasts one of the largest and most diverse libraries on the subject. Regular posts include interviews, stories, business news and much more.
Subscribers: 1.62 million
Videos Posted: 7,100
Total Views: 215 million
Business Casual tells stories about businesses and business founders through interesting and educational videos. This account traditionally posts long-form videos that can serve as lessons and cautionary tales for aspiring entrepreneurs.
Subscribers: 1.16 million
Videos Posted: 91
Total Views: 100 million
Business Insider offers one of the most diverse collections of business content anywhere on YouTube. From detailed accounts on the history of major corporations to deep dives into specific products, Business Insider is a one-stop-shop for all things business. Their deep archive of published videos are just as informative and educational as they are entertaining.
Subscribers: 9.24 million
Videos Posted: 6,300
Total Views: 5 billion
The Big Company YouTube page is another excellent source for fascinating business stories. Using a collection of animation, still images and archival footage, each video covers the history of a different company and their founders. From candy to cars to everything in between, the Big Company has plenty of business stories with excellent production.
Subscribers: 332,000
Videos Posted: 14
Total Views: 29 million
MagnatesMedia’s creator and operator refers to his channel as “a slightly more productive version of Netflix.” The channel is full of high-quality mini movies that blend information and entertainment that focus on a variety of businesses and entrepreneurs. MagnatesMedia has videos that range from a few minutes to over an hour long.
Subscribers:1.45 million
Videos Posted: 262
Total Views: 136 million
Startup Stories focuses on the beginnings of what would go on to be some of the world’s most prominent corporations. Dive into the lives of entrepreneurs who founded companies like Amazon, Facebook, Google and many, many more. In addition to stories about well-known companies origins, the channel regularly shines a spotlight on the latest happenings in the business world.
Subscribers: 542,000
Videos Posted: 110
Total Views: 28.8 million
Hook lives up to its name with every post featuring a fascinating story that is sure to have you hooked. Each video focuses on a different corporation or and the men and women that founded them. In addition to stories about the companies themselves, the videos on this channel regularly uncover fascinating details that you might have otherwise never heard.
Subscribers: 820,000
Videos Posted: 87
Total Views: 104 million
Business Story of the Week provides thoughtful interviews with successful business operators. Hosted by Shaahin Cheyene, viewers will hear the stories of some of the world’s most prominent business professionals successes and the failures that led to them. You’ll find entertaining tales and valuable advice when you tune in to their latest posts.
Subscribers:65,900
Videos Posted: 277
Total Views: 79,000
The Diary of a CEO is hosted by entrepreneur, investor and author Steven Bartlett. His popular channel posts interviews with successful CEOs who provide incredible stories about their business ventures.
Subscribers: 5.96 million
Videos Posted: 289
Total Views: 383 million
