This is all over X but I haven't seen an official statement from Pool or DW.
Tim made this not funny "official statement". I don't understand the Chicken City thing. I never watch this guy or DW, so idk if it is some kind of inside joke with his listeners or not.
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My official statement in response to the rumors
"Many people have been spreading rumors pertaining to the future of Timcast and our operation in West Virginia. It's an interesting question, and it really gets to the heart of how independent media operates and what we need to do in the future. When you’re building something like Timcast IRL, it’s not just about saying, “We’re independent,” and leaving it at that—it’s about creating an ecosystem that thrives on authenticity and trust. You want to grow, sure, but you also have to be careful about how you grow. It’s about making decisions that add value without compromising the integrity of what you’ve built.
I like to think of it as tending to a garden. You start with something small, plant seeds that complement each other, and watch it grow into something self-sustaining. But you also have to be mindful of what you’re introducing—some things can thrive together, while others can disrupt the balance. You wouldn’t plant something invasive that could choke out the rest of your garden, and you definitely wouldn’t ignore pests that could cause long-term damage. It’s all about nurturing what works while keeping an eye on what doesn’t.
And, of course, like any good garden, it needs a bit of diversity to really flourish. You need to add the right elements at the right time to make it more vibrant and productive. For instance, adding chickens to a garden can help fertilize the soil and control pests—it’s a natural way to make everything work better together. That’s something we’re really excited about with Chicken City. Expanding that operation is going to be a big step forward in integrating everything we’ve been working on into a more cohesive system. So, yes, we will add a garden to Chicken City, and we’re bringing in new chickens to make it even better. Thank you."