Vidpros Insiders

Vidpros Insiders

Vidpros Insiders take you behind the scenes of the creator economy. In this podcast, we interview influencers, content strategists, social media managers, talent managers, and industry operators to give you an inside look at how the digital world really works. From growing an audience and building a personal brand to managing creators and scaling content teams, we break down the strategies, systems, and stories driving today’s content industry. If you’re a creator, entrepreneur, or just curious about what happens behind viral videos, Vidpros Insider gives you the real conversations shaping the space. New episodes weekly.

  1. Aug 31

    Matt Liller Explains How to Make Better YouTube Videos Without Overcomplicating Everything

    Meet Matt Liller, a full-time attorney in Virginia who also creates videos helping creators improve their content. His channel covers cameras, microphones, lighting, setups, talking-head tips, and the practical side of making better videos.  Matt’s interest in video started long before smartphones, experimenting with early digital cameras and Windows Movie Maker before eventually turning those skills into his own creator work and production services. He also credits his legal career with teaching him how to communicate clearly, speak naturally, and get to the point without wasting the audience’s time.   We talk about why beginners often overcomplicate content creation with expensive gear, why storytelling and engagement matter more than perfect production quality, and why editing can quickly become one of the biggest bottlenecks for creators trying to publish consistently.    Matt also shares where AI can genuinely help creators without replacing the human side of content, why fully AI-written scripts often sound unnatural, and how building a repeatable filming system can reduce friction and make consistency much easier.    Learn more about Matt: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mattliller Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matthewliller/ CONNECT WITH US Website: https://vidpros.com Vidpros Insiders: https://vidprosinsiders.com Instagram: / vidprosedits Facebook: / vidprosedits LinkedIn: / vidprosedits MORE ON VIDPROS Need pro video editing? Vidpros helps creators and brands produce retention-focused content that performs. 📩 sales@vidpros.com #ContentCreation  #YouTubeCreator  #VideoProduction  #YouTubeTips  #CreatorEconomy  #VideoEditing  #ContentStrategy  #CameraGear  #Storytelling  #YouTubeGrowth  #CreatorAdvice  #ArtificialIntelligence  #MattLiller  #VidprosInsiders  #Vidpros

  2. Aug 28

    Dod Seitz On YouTube Monetization Changes 2027: What Small Creators Should Know

    Meet Dod, a YouTube strategist, scriptwriter, consultant, and creator who has spent more than half a decade working behind the scenes with channels including New Rockstars, ScreenCrush, Game Theory, Aphmau, and PrestonPlayz. Now he’s building his own channels and experiencing what it’s like to apply that knowledge starting from zero.  Dod’s career started with a college radio show built around gaming and pop culture before eventually leading him into professional YouTube strategy. Today, he creates video essays through Luigi’s Breloom while also growing a separate gaming channel.  We talk about why strategies that work for massive creators don’t always work for smaller channels, how to separate a bad idea from bad execution using CTR and engagement, why YouTube is becoming harder for smaller creators, and why authenticity may matter even more as AI-generated content becomes more common.    We also get into where YouTube may be heading as an industry, the growing divide between established and emerging creators, and why Dod believes creators and the people working behind the scenes need stronger organization and protections.   Learn more about Dod: Luigi’s Breloom on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Luigis_breloom/videos Gaming / Socials: @Wruse_bane CONNECT WITH US Website: https://vidpros.com Vidpros Insiders: https://vidprosinsiders.com Instagram: / vidprosedits Facebook: / vidprosedits LinkedIn: / vidprosedits MORE ON VIDPROS Need pro video editing? Vidpros helps creators and brands produce retention-focused content that performs. 📩 sales@vidpros.com #YouTubeStrategy  #YouTubeCreator  #ContentStrategy  #YouTubeGrowth  #CreatorEconomy  #YouTubeTips  #ContentCreation  #YouTubeAlgorithm  #SmallCreators  #VideoEssays  #GamingYouTube  #CreatorAdvice  #LuigisBreloom  #VidprosInsiders  #Vidpros

  3. Aug 28

    Charlie Automates On How to Build an AI-Powered Business Without Overcomplicating It

    Meet Charles Dove, creator behind Charlie Automates, who helps business owners build AI-powered systems, automations, and workflows that turn repetitive work into scalable operations. Charles started creating content to build trust and generate business, but his approach goes beyond chasing whatever AI tool is trending. He focuses on outcomes, systems, and using tools like Claude Code to research competitors, identify what audiences are responding to, and improve how he creates and distributes content. We talk about why systems beat hustle, why many businesses need better foundations before they need more AI, how Charles evaluates automation based on ROI, and how Charlie OS works alongside traditional automations instead of replacing them. We also get into what remains uniquely human as AI takes over more of the content workflow, why Charles still creates his own videos instead of using AI avatars, and why learning to work with AI may become a fundamental professional skill. Whether you're a founder, creator, or operator trying to use AI without adding unnecessary complexity, this episode is about building smarter systems around real business problems. Learn more about Charles: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@charlieautomates Work With Charles / Charlie OS: https://charlieautomates.com/charlie-os-vs/ Skool Community: https://www.skool.com/cc-strategic-ai/about CONNECT WITH US Website: https://vidpros.com Vidpros Insiders: https://vidprosinsiders.com Instagram: / vidprosedits Facebook: / vidprosedits LinkedIn: / vidprosedits MORE ON VIDPROS Need pro video editing? Vidpros helps creators and brands produce retention-focused content that performs. 📩 sales@vidpros.com #ArtificialIntelligence #AIAutomation #ClaudeCode #AIForBusiness #BusinessAutomation #AIWorkflow #Automation #ContentCreation #AIAgents #Entrepreneurship #BusinessSystems #CreatorEconomy #CharlieAutomates #VidprosInsiders #Vidpros

  4. Aug 27

    Steven Thompson On Why Your 40s Might Be the Best Time to Start YouTube

    Meet Steven Thompson, founder of Big Daddy Digital and a creator helping people over 40 turn decades of knowledge and experience into content, confidence, and online business opportunities. After nearly 13 years running a social media agency, Steven says one of his biggest regrets was not taking YouTube seriously sooner.  Steven’s approach starts before cameras, funnels, or offers. He believes your past can become your product, because the problems you already solved are often exactly what someone else is struggling with today.  We talk about why courage comes before confidence on camera, how to turn years of experience into video ideas, why a few hundred targeted views can be more valuable than thousands of random ones, and when editing starts removing the human side of your content.     Whether you're 40, 50, 60, or simply feel like you started creating too late, this conversation is about using what you already know, pressing record before you feel ready, and building an audience around the person you actually are. Learn more about Steven: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Steven-Thompson YouTube Greenroom Community: https://cme.sh/youtube-green-room CONNECT WITH US Website: https://vidpros.com Vidpros Insiders: https://vidprosinsiders.com Instagram: / vidprosedits Facebook: / vidprosedits LinkedIn: / vidprosedits MORE ON VIDPROS Need pro video editing? Vidpros helps creators and brands produce retention-focused content that performs. 📩 sales@vidpros.com #ContentCreation  #YouTubeCreator  #PersonalBrand  #YouTubeStrategy  #CreatorEconomy  #ContentStrategy  #OnlineBusiness  #CameraConfidence  #YouTubeTips  #CreatorAdvice  #Entrepreneurship  #ContentMarketing  #StevenThompson  #VidprosInsiders  #Vidpros

  5. Aug 26

    What 19 Years of Content Creation Taught Jeffrey Powers of Geekazine

    Meet Jeffrey Powers, creator behind Geekazine, who has been making online content professionally since 2007. What began as a podcast eventually expanded into YouTube, livestreaming, brand work, Amazon Live, and content for Fortune 100 companies.  After nearly two decades online, Jeffrey has watched the creator workload completely change. A single video now turns into Shorts, clips, Reels, TikToks, blog posts, and social distribution, creating a workload that can quickly lead to burnout without a team.  We talk about why creators can’t simply keep doing what used to work, why gaming the algorithm is never a long-term strategy, how AI is changing production, and why anyone who wants to become a creator should practice before worrying about growth.    Whether you're a longtime creator or just starting out, this episode is about adapting without losing yourself, building sustainable workflows, and staying ready for whatever platform change comes next. Learn more about Jeffrey: Geekazine Website: https://geekazine.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRddnOfAkv3aYm3B-TDadsg?sub_confirmation=1 Amazon Shop: https://amazon.com/shop/geekazine X: https://twitter.com/geekazine Facebook: https://facebook.com/geekazine CONNECT WITH US Website: https://vidpros.com Vidpros Insiders: https://vidprosinsiders.com Instagram: / vidprosedits Facebook: / vidprosedits LinkedIn: / vidprosedits MORE ON VIDPROS Need pro video editing? Vidpros helps creators and brands produce retention-focused content that performs. 📩 sales@vidpros.com #ContentCreator  #CreatorBurnout  #YouTubeCreator  #YouTubeStrategy  #ContentStrategy  #CreatorEconomy  #SocialMedia  #ContentCreation  #ArtificialIntelligence  #AICreators  #YouTubeTips  #Podcasting  #Geekazine  #VidprosInsiders  #Vidpros

  6. Aug 26

    Joe Edelman Gives The Photography Advice Beginners Actually Need

    Meet Joe Edelman, a photographer and educator with more than 55 years behind the camera. After starting photography at just 11 years old and getting his first newspaper byline as a teenager, Joe built a career spanning photojournalism, commercial work, fashion, portraiture, and photography education. Joe shares why learning how to fail became one of the most valuable lessons of his career, and why every creative failure should lead to two questions: why didn’t it work, and what can I learn from it? We also talk about why every good photograph starts with understanding its purpose, why buying better gear won’t replace photography fundamentals, and Joe’s surprisingly practical system for learning photography by reading your camera manual twice and actually testing every concept you don’t understand. Whether you're a beginner photographer or an experienced creative trying to improve your craft, this conversation is a reminder that better work comes from understanding why you’re creating, mastering the fundamentals, experimenting, and being willing to fail along the way. Learn more about Joe: Website: https://www.joeedelman.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/photojoeedelman Joe hosts The LAST FRAME LIVE every Wednesday at 5:30 PM ET on YouTube. CONNECT WITH US Website: https://vidpros.com Vidpros Insiders: https://vidprosinsiders.com Instagram: / vidprosedits Facebook: / vidprosedits LinkedIn: / vidprosedits MORE ON VIDPROS Need pro video editing? Vidpros helps creators and brands produce retention-focused content that performs. 📩 sales@vidpros.com #Photography #PhotographyTips #PhotographyEducation #Photographer #PhotographyBeginners #PortraitPhotography #CameraTips #PhotographyGear #CreativeProcess #PhotographyTutorial #ContentCreation #JoeEdelman #TheLastFrameLive #VidprosInsiders #Vidpros

  7. Aug 25

    Sheldon Bishop Explains Why Your B2B Marketing Is Failing (And How to Fix It)

    Meet Sheldon Bishop, co-founder of Narrative, a YouTube and podcast agency focused on helping B2B tech companies turn complex products and technical expertise into content that drives understanding, adoption, and measurable leads.  Sheldon started as a creator long before becoming a founder, experimenting with everything from real estate videos to Formula 1 Shorts before eventually building Narrative and going all in on B2B tech. His biggest lesson from those experiments: growth compounds when you stay with something long enough.  We talk about why your customer should be the hero of your marketing, why being too broad can actually hurt growth, how creators influence which AI products reach mainstream adoption, and the three-step framework Sheldon would use to build a YouTube strategy from zero.     Whether you're a founder, marketer, creator, or B2B brand trying to turn content into actual business results, this episode is about finding a specific audience, earning their trust, and giving that attention somewhere useful to go. Learn more about Sheldon: Narrative: https://www.narrativecontentstudio.com/ Narrative builds YouTube-native video and podcast systems specifically for B2B tech companies.  CONNECT WITH US Website: https://vidpros.com Vidpros Insiders: https://vidprosinsiders.com Instagram: / vidprosedits Facebook: / vidprosedits LinkedIn: / vidprosedits MORE ON VIDPROS Need pro video editing? Vidpros helps creators and brands produce retention-focused content that performs. 📩 sales@vidpros.com #B2BMarketing  #B2BTech  #YouTubeMarketing  #ContentStrategy  #CreatorMarketing  #ContentMarketing  #YouTubeStrategy  #CreatorEconomy  #ArtificialIntelligence  #AIMarketing  #PodcastMarketing  #BrandStrategy  #TechMarketing  #VidprosInsiders  #Vidpros

  8. Aug 24

    Girl Who Eats Art Built 1.5M Subscribers Then Changed Her Entire Niche

    Meet Juliet Rofé, aka Girl Who Eats Art, a creator who built a massive audience around viral art content before deciding to completely rethink what she wanted to create. After spending years afraid to leave a successful niche, Juliet shifted toward rejection therapy, dating content, and personality-driven videos that feel more aligned with who she actually is. That change has brought stronger engagement, deeper audience connection, and more inbound interest from brands. We talk about changing niches without throwing away everything you’ve built, dealing with rejection and hate comments, creating recognizable hooks, the pressure of going viral, and why Juliet set herself a goal of failing 1,000 times. Whether you're a creator changing direction or simply afraid to take a risk, this conversation is about choosing what actually excites you instead of staying trapped by what already worked. Learn more about Juliet: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Girlwhoeatsart Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/girlwhoeatsart Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/girlwhoeatsartt Kevin Champany: https://www.youtube.com/@kevinchampeny1661 CONNECT WITH US Website: https://vidpros.com Vidpros Insiders: https://vidprosinsiders.com Instagram: / vidprosedits Facebook: / vidprosedits LinkedIn: / vidprosedits MORE ON VIDPROS Need pro video editing? Vidpros helps creators and brands produce retention-focused content that performs. 📩 sales@vidpros.com #GirlWhoEatsArt #JulietRofe #RejectionTherapy #ContentCreator #CreatorEconomy #PersonalBrand #ContentStrategy #SocialMedia #ViralContent #InstagramCreator #YouTubeCreator #CreatorJourney #BrandDeals #VidprosInsiders #Vidpros

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Vidpros Insiders take you behind the scenes of the creator economy. In this podcast, we interview influencers, content strategists, social media managers, talent managers, and industry operators to give you an inside look at how the digital world really works. From growing an audience and building a personal brand to managing creators and scaling content teams, we break down the strategies, systems, and stories driving today’s content industry. If you’re a creator, entrepreneur, or just curious about what happens behind viral videos, Vidpros Insider gives you the real conversations shaping the space. New episodes weekly.