I’m Aaliyah.
As someone from an immigrant family, I’ve always struggled with feeling like an outsider. It’s not always easy growing up in a place where your background makes you different, and sometimes it can feel like no one really understands. That’s why finding creators like the Sluhsy Noobz has meant so much to me. Knowing that both Hamzah and Martin come from immigrant families makes me feel seen in a way I don't often experience in mainstream media.
Hamzah’s story, in particular, really resonates with me. His experience with deportation is heartbreaking but, unfortunately, not common. The fact that he had to leave the U.S. and move to Canada because of circumstances beyond his control reminds me of the reality so many immigrant families face today. Deportation continues to separate families, disrupt lives, and force people to start over in unfamiliar places. It’s a terrifying and painful process, and hearing Hamzah talk about the loneliness and uncertainty he felt after moving really hit home for me.
Even though I haven’t personally experienced deportation, my family has faced struggles navigating life in a new country, dealing with immigration policies, and trying to built a stable future. Seeing Hamzah overcome those challenges and find success, happiness, and a strong support system gives me so much hope. It’s proof that even when things seem impossible, we can still find our place, our people, and a way forward. The Slushy Noobz remind me that I’m not alone in this experience, and for that, I’m incredibly grateful.
What other Slushies have to say…
“Like with all of the people I look up to and admire, as well as lurk within their fandoms, Hamzah and Martin found me around a time where I was at my lowest. Around the end of 2023 and start of 2024, I was struggling to eat food. My mind would play tricks on me. I would spend my entire day locked away in my bedroom, just sitting and rotting away.
When I first started watching them, I don’t think I took into account how much they actually were helping me; I never noticed just how much their videos encouraged me to eat. Now, when I’m struggling to consume food, I put on one of these videos and chow down. I don’t really think I can thank them enough for giving me a safe space like this. A space that was one of the things that saved my life.
Eating disorders are no joke, and [Slushy Noobz,] without a doubt, are helping me recover. :)”
-Dulce Varela
“I started watching SlushyNoobz a little after their one-year anniversary and felt like I missed out on so much by discovering them so late. It’s something that I often felt when getting into new interests like movies, tv shows, or creators, but now I’m realizing that it’s soon going to be a year since I’ve discovered the channel and I barely even saw the time passing.
It’s pretty rare that I keep actively watching every single video from a specific Youtube channel, so I think this pretty much shows how I connected with Martin and Hamzah’s content.
It’s funny how I knew about Hamzah since 2022 and just thought he was a guy who’d always get in random side quests!
After thinking about it, the thing that made me stick to SlushyNoobz (outside of being extremely funny, comforting and authentic) was probably how much they’ve inspired me. They really made me realize how much I wanted to make videos and share my creations with an audience. On a more personal level, I truly became confident after seeing Martin’s ability to not fear embarrassment, as silly as this sounds. They also made me want to deepen my connections with my friends and simply be warmer and more open to people.
It’s really nice to notice how much the Internet has influenced me in positive ways, and specifically how the people out there pushed me to become a better version of myself.
I’ll always be thankful for finding out about SlushyNoobz, and I could even talk about my resonance with Mandy or Chase’s content but I feel like that would be out of subject haha.
I really wish these guys the best. Booyakasha!”
-Cha Meow
“The first time I started watching Slushy Noobz, I had no idea I was about to stumble into something so special. From the videos I watched of them, I was hooked—not just by the games they played or the vlogs, but by their energy, their humor, and the way it felt like they were special to me. Every laugh, every unexpected moment, and every joke they made me feel like I’d found a place where fun collided in the best way possible. It wasn’t just about the content; it was about the feeling—with their own duo, they made me smile on bad days and made me laugh until my stomach hurts LMAO
And—they'll never fail to make me laugh!! That's why I love them so much with all of my heart.
And from that moment , I knew Slushy Noobz wasn’t just something I'd watch, It was something I'd really love.”
-Atasha ur fav
“The Slushy Noobz inspire me not just because they’re hilarious, but because of their incredible friendship. I love how close they are—it’s clear they genuinely support and understand each other. Their dynamic as a duo is so natural and fun to watch.
I also relate to them because they remind me of my own best friend. The way they joke around and enjoy each other’s company feels so familiar, making their content even more special to me.”
-Anonymous
“The way Hamzah and Martin have grown—both in their popularity and their friendship—is really inspiring. As a fan since 4FreakShow, it’s been amazing to see Hamzah become more comfortable with his friends, especially knowing his journey.
I started watching them more consistently about a year ago because their humor just clicked with me. After a stressful day, their videos always gave me something to laugh about, and that became a real source of comfort.
Going back to Hamzah’s story, I remember when he talked about feeling lonely after moving to Canada and how he thought making friends wasn’t an option. While I haven’t moved countries, I have moved states and cities a lot, and I’ve always been the awkward, shy girl. After leaving my home state, I struggled to find real friends—people were just meaner, and it wasn’t until the end of middle school that I found my people.
It’s really cool to see how, no matter what, there’s always someone out there for us—we just have to find them!!”
-Anonymous
“My family are immigrants, and knowing that the Slushy Noobz also come from immigrant backgrounds makes me feel less like an outsider. Seeing them succeed while staying true to themselves gives me hope that I can do the same.
I also love watching them to lift my spirits when I’m feeling down or just to have a good laugh when I’m bored.
And honestly, I relate to them in funny ways too—Hamzah has flat feet, and so do I, so I totally get the struggle! Plus, Martin’s goofy personality reminds me of myself. #hehlol Xx.”
-Anonymous
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Hamzah’s Story In Short
I combed through many videos on a variety of platforms to learn Hamzah’s experiences with immigration. It started with a popular clip from the Slushy Noobz youtube channel where Hamzah announced to an IKEA cafeteria “alright; Im deported, I don't care.” Then, I found an older video on their channel titled “Draw My Life,” where I discovered when Hamzah moved from Yemen to the US, and later to Canada. He also introduced the program that allowed his father to bring his family to the United States. I learned more about that program in a livestream of his from 2021. I found a youtube channel called Hamzah The Fantastic Archive, which had posted all his twitch live streams from before he began Slushy Noobz. In one specific live, he talked about the TPS program that allowed his family to live in the US while his father pursued an education. He also talked about the fear his family felt when Yemen was announced to be removed from this list, and the overwhelming sadness he felt learning that he would have to leave his life behind.