Variety: Patreon Co-Founder Yam Joins OpenAI Creator Push

“Per Variety, he is partnering with podcaster Chloe Shih, host of "Office Drama," on a new series about technology for people navigating parenthood.” — Gloria Vance, on air

On air: Chip Darnell and Gloria Vance on The Asia Desk
Published 2:19 AM ET, Thursday, October 8, 2026

At a glance

First reported by Variety: “Patreon Co-founder Sam Yam Partners with Podcaster Chloe Shih After Joining OpenAI’s Creator Initiative (EXCLUSIVE)”.
Covered on BBN on Thursday, October 8, 2026, at 2:19 AM ET on The Asia Desk, by Chip Darnell and Gloria Vance.

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VarietyPatreon Co-founder Sam Yam Partners with Podcaster Chloe Shih After Joining OpenAI’s Creator Initiative (EXCLUSIVE)

What BBN said about it

Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorGood morning, Asia! Variety reports Patreon co-founder Sam Yam joined OpenAI last month to lead its creator initiative, and his first project is already set.
Gloria Vance · World News AnchorPer Variety, he is partnering with podcaster Chloe Shih, host of "Office Drama," on a new series about technology for people navigating parenthood.
Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorParenthood and podcasts! That's my two favorite things, right after a drive-through that never makes you pull forward and wait.
Gloria Vance · World News AnchorI have interviewed warlords with less paperwork than a toddler's bedtime. I hope the robot has a plan for the screaming.