The girls said it was a mutual decision and that they want to focus on their own businesses. Valkyrae still changed her mind: “You will be surprised.”
The show started around six months ago. Rachell “Valkyrae” Hofstetter and Alyssa "Alythuh" Silos released 24 awesome episodes. Their 25th video turned out to be a goodbye. The Press ESC has been closed by its creators. They started their explanation with a clear statement — this is not a clickbait title.
UPDATE MAY 9 - However, the story of Press ESC was not finally over after that episode. During one of her usual streams, Valkyrae revealed her plans to revive the podcast. The series returns without Alythuh, and the new co-host remains a mystery.
"Good news. In a few months, I will be continuing podcasting. I'm actually proud to tell you! Yes, Press ESC is coming back in a different way. It's all I can say for now. I do have a new co-host. You guys will never guess who this is. [...] You'll be surprised. [...] Hopefully in about 2 to 3 months. I'm really excited."
Press ESC: Final episode
The announcement about canceling the Press ESC podcast was made via a special video. It’s shorter than usual episodes, but the girls still kept the same cheerful atmosphere.
Why was Press ESC canceled?
Valkyrae and Alythuh named the main reason in the video. They said they're eager to focus on their main businesses and both somewhat abandoned other projects for this podcast.
- Valkyrae wants to work on her media company Hihi Studios, which helps people create anime-inspired content.
- Alythuh sells Tiny Protectors, a variety of products that include stun guns in the shape of cute toys.
The girl said they were happy with what they accomplished with the Press ESC idea. Both Rachell Marie Hofstetter and Alythuh said they had no regrets about starting the show. However, they agreed it was time to move on.
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What is the Press ESC podcast?
The Press ESC podcast was a show where two popular girls sat in a cozy room and casually talked about a variety of topics. Valkyrae and Alythuh discussed pop and internet culture, live streaming, their careers and personal growth, events in their areas of interest, and more. They also invited guests and had nice chats with other online personalities.
The entire atmosphere made the Press ESC unique and interesting. It felt like viewers could escape whatever was happening in their lives and enjoy a pleasant time with the hosts.
Valkyrae and Alythuh managed to build a nice community. In the comments on the farewell video, people expressed much they would miss the girls and their show.
Who are Valkyrae and Alythuh from Press ESC?
These girls have a strong reputation beyond Press ESC.
Valkyrae started her career as an online personality with some posts on Instagram that shared her passion for gaming. She went for streaming, playing Fortnite competitively, and generally creating amazing content. Valkyrae is one of the biggest internet celebrities. Now, she is a co-owner of the esports organization 100 Thieves.
Alythuh is a content creator on TikTok and Instagram. She is currently showcasing her design and business skills through her Tiny Protectors product line.
It’s certainly interesting to follow what Valkyrae and Alythuh will treat their fans to in their post Press ESC era.
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