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In 2012, PSY’s Gangnam Style exploded, taking him from a Korean artist of relative unknown to the first video on YouTube to hit 1 billion views. Sophia Smith Galer explores what made it a global sensation, speaking to artists Rebecca Black and Dodie about the harsh reality of YouTube’s comment culture and its impact on them as teens. Billboard journalist Kristin Robinson also analyses how YouTube redefined the music industry and changed the way artists are discovered. It's the story of Youtube, told by the content creators who were there. Presented by Sophia Smith Galer Producer: George McDonagh Executive Producer: Leonie Thomas Commissioning Editor: Tracy Williams Artwork by Uptown Style Mix and Mastering by Hannah Varrall An Overcoat Media production for ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Radio 4