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. 2h ago

    Gabrielle Dolan On Why Storytelling Is Your Greatest Competitive Advantage

    Meet Gabrielle Dolan, bestselling author, keynote speaker, and storytelling expert helping leaders, creators, and professionals communicate with more clarity, trust, and authenticity. In this episode, we talk about Gabrielle’s journey from the corporate world to building a career around business storytelling, why she believes personal stories are one of the most powerful ways to connect with an audience, and how her latest book, Story Intelligence, explores the craft of authentic storytelling in the age of AI. Gabrielle shares why so many people believe they don’t have interesting stories to tell, why everyday moments are often the most relatable, and how leaders, founders, creators, and podcasters can use stories to make their message more memorable. We also discuss the decline of trust in business, media, and leadership, and why facts, data, and corporate language are rarely enough on their own. Gabrielle explains how storytelling helps people feel connected to the person behind the message, whether that message is being shared in a keynote, a podcast, a LinkedIn post, or a team meeting. The conversation also covers podcasting, consistency, audience connection, and how a regular show can build familiarity over time. Gabrielle opens up about her own podcast, Keeping It Real with Jac and Ral, what she learned from her first podcast, and why she now focuses more on usefulness, consistency, and connection than chasing metrics. We also get into AI and storytelling, including where AI can help, where it can hurt, and why creators need to stay in control of their own voice. Gabrielle shares how AI can act as a storytelling coach, but also why it should never replace your personal perspective, lived experience, or the words you would naturally use. Whether you’re a creator, entrepreneur, CEO, marketer, leader, podcaster, speaker, or someone who wants to become a better communicator, this episode offers practical insight into how stories build trust, make ideas stick, and help people communicate in a way that actually feels human. Learn more about Gabrielle: Website: https://gabrielledolan.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielledolan/ Keeping It Real with Jac and Ral: https://open.spotify.com/show/5yIs5ncJGvJyXhI55Js0if CONNECT WITH US Website: https://vidpros.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 #Storytelling #Leadership #CommunicationSkills #PersonalBranding #Authenticity #PublicSpeaking #ContentCreation #CreatorEconomy #LeadershipDevelopment #AI #BusinessCommunication #Podcasting #StoryIntelligence #Trust #VidprosInsiders

    27 min
  2. 3d ago

    If Nobody Clicks Your Videos, Watch This. Jake Thomas Shares His Strategy

    Meet Jake Thomas, YouTube title strategist, creator, and the founder behind Creator Hooks, where he helps creators understand the psychology behind titles, thumbnails, hooks, and packaging that earn more clicks. In this episode, we talk about why YouTube titles can make or break a video, how Jake went from being terrible at writing titles to studying thousands of them, and why a few words can be the difference between a video getting 100 views or one million. We dive deep into YouTube growth, titles, thumbnails, hooks, click-through rate, video ideas, audience psychology, storytelling, creator strategy, clickbait, curiosity, fear, desire, and how educational channels can create packaging that actually gets people to click. Jake shares how he learned title writing through repetition, why copying proven formats is not the same as stealing, and how creators can model successful videos from outside their niche to come up with more original and effective ideas. We also discuss Jake’s Dream Ten and Model Ten framework, how to build a list of competitors and inspiration channels, how to study what works, and how creators can use proven topics and proven formulas to generate better video ideas. Jake explains why creators need to understand what game they are playing, why titles should be written before filming, how to avoid clickbait while still creating strong hooks, and why your title, thumbnail, intro, and content all need to deliver on the same promise. We also talk about the psychology behind curiosity, fear, and desire, why "secret" may be losing effectiveness, how to use fear without becoming manipulative, why personal stories build credibility, and why YouTube success is often less about originality and more about getting enough reps. Whether you're a creator, editor, YouTuber, agency owner, marketer, podcaster, educator, or someone trying to get more views, write better titles, improve your thumbnails, and understand why people click, this episode is packed with practical insights on YouTube growth, creator psychology, packaging, and writing titles that actually earn clicks. Learn more about Jake: Creator Hooks: https://creatorhooks.com/ Creator Hooks App: https://app.creatorhooks.com/ YouTube:    / @jakethomasyoutube  X: https://x.com/jthomas__ LinkedIn:   / jake-thomas-creator-hooks  CONNECT WITH US Website: https://vidpros.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](mailto:sales@vidpros.com) #YouTubeTitles #YouTubeGrowth #YouTubeStrategy #YouTubeThumbnails #ContentCreation #CreatorEconomy #YouTubeTips #VideoMarketing #Storytelling #ClickThroughRate #CreatorHooks #YouTubeAlgorithm #ContentStrategy #PersonalBranding #VidprosInsiders

    51 min
  3. Jun 26

    Mr Reis Shares The Truth About Making Money on YouTube in 2026

    Meet Philipe Reis, entrepreneur, YouTube creator, and the founder behind Mr. Reis, where he shares insights on making money online, personal branding, creator business, AI systems, and building more freedom through the internet. In this episode, we talk about Philipe’s journey from starting YouTube as a teenager in Brazil to moving out early, building online businesses, experimenting with dropshipping, and eventually creating a successful English-speaking YouTube channel focused on finance, business, and digital leverage. We dive deep into YouTube monetization, audience building, creator economics, CPMs, personal branding, niche selection, storytelling, content strategy, visual identity, and what it actually takes to turn a YouTube channel into a real business. Philipe shares why creators should not rely entirely on platform revenue, why owning your audience through email lists and communities matters, and how losing access to traffic can force creators to rethink their entire business model. We also discuss the difference between creating content as a hobby versus building a media business, why clout can be an illusion, how to avoid building the wrong audience, and why ideas, analytics, positioning, and consistency often matter more than personality alone. Philipe breaks down his perspective on AI, automation, creator workflows, content research, scripting, retention, personal branding, and why he believes creators should learn to work with new tools instead of being afraid of them. We also talk about authenticity, why so many people become self-conscious on camera, how to develop confidence as a creator, why trend-chasing can hurt long-term growth, and how creators can build an audience around real experience instead of copying whatever is currently working. Whether you are a creator, entrepreneur, YouTuber, freelancer, agency owner, aspiring online business owner, or someone trying to make money online through content, this episode is packed with practical insights on audience ownership, creator growth, online business, personal branding, and building a more independent life. Learn more about Philipe: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mrreis7 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philipereis7 Wealth Academy Lite: https://www.mrreis.io/makeyourfirst1konline Wealth Academy Pro: https://www.mrreis.io/proacademy Build your one-person operating system: https://www.mrreis.io/onepersonos CONNECT WITH US Website: https://vidpros.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 #YouTubeGrowth #YouTubeMonetization #MakeMoneyOnline #PersonalBranding #CreatorEconomy #OnlineBusiness #ContentCreation #YouTubeStrategy #AIForCreators #CreatorBusiness #Entrepreneurship #Storytelling #AudienceBuilding #EmailMarketing #VidprosInsiders

    48 min
  4. Jun 22

    Andrew Ford Shares The Honest Truth About AI Video Editing in 2026

    Meet Andrew Ford, a software engineer, YouTube creator, and the creator behind Buttercut, an AI-assisted video editing tool built to help creators turn raw footage into rough cuts faster using Claude. In this episode, we talk about Andrew’s journey from working as an engineer to taking time off to pursue YouTube, why editing became the hardest part of creating consistently, and how that frustration led him to build Buttercut. We dive deep into AI video editing, Claude, creator workflows, YouTube strategy, storytelling, thumbnails, titles, AI slop, human taste, and what happens when editing becomes less of a technical bottleneck for creators. Andrew shares how Buttercut works, why Claude alone cannot simply edit a video by itself, and how AI agents can transcribe footage, understand clips, summarize scenes, suggest narrative structures, and help creators build A-roll rough cuts without removing the human decision-making process. We also discuss why editing is still about taste, why AI can help with mechanical work but still struggles with pacing and creative judgment, how creators can avoid becoming lazy with AI, and why the future of content may depend even more on strong premises, better stories, and being compelling on camera. Andrew also opens up about his own viral YouTube experience, how he tested dozens of thumbnails and titles, why packaging matters, what creators misunderstand about AI editing, and why he believes tools like Buttercut could help more people make videos without burning out. Whether you're a creator, editor, YouTuber, agency owner, filmmaker, marketer, or someone trying to understand how AI is changing video production, this episode is packed with thoughtful insights on editing, creativity, automation, storytelling, and the future of content creation. Learn more about Andrew: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@maybe-andrew-ford CONNECT WITH US Website: https://vidpros.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 #AIEditing #ClaudeAI #Buttercut #AndrewFord #YouTubeEditing #VideoEditing #ContentCreation #CreatorEconomy #YouTubeGrowth #AIForCreators #Storytelling #VideoProduction #AIContent #CreatorTools #VidprosInsiders

    45 min
  5. Jun 15

    Heidi Blackie on Healing Doesn't Look Like the Wellness Industry Tells You

    Meet Heidi Blackie, the creator behind Unshakable Me, a speaker, coach, and former occupational therapist helping people reconnect with themselves, build resilience, and move through healing, burnout, grief, procrastination, and personal transformation. In this episode, we talk about Heidi’s journey from working as an occupational therapist and living a full but overwhelming life to facing chronic illness, major personal losses, burnout, and a long healing process that led her to create Unshakable Me. We dive deep into resilience, self-belief, neuroplasticity, wellness culture, content creation, vulnerability, social media, procrastination, YouTube growth, storytelling, and what it really means to build a personal brand around an honest and meaningful message. Heidi shares how she went from being afraid of putting herself out there to speaking on stages, creating videos, building programs, and using her voice to help others feel less alone. She also opens up about how she handles criticism, why raw and unpolished content can be more powerful than perfectly produced videos, and how creators can stay authentic without losing themselves to the algorithm. We also discuss the psychology behind hate comments, why people are craving more honest content online, how social media can create both connection and isolation, what the wellness industry often gets wrong, and how small daily choices, beliefs, and stories can shape the way we heal and move forward. Whether you're a creator, coach, entrepreneur, wellness professional, business owner, or someone navigating burnout, grief, self-doubt, procrastination, or personal growth, this episode is packed with thoughtful insights on resilience, content creation, healing, storytelling, and finding your own unshakable voice. Learn more about Heidi: Website: https://www.unshakableme.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UnshakableMe CONNECT WITH US Website: https://vidpros.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 #Resilience #Healing #PersonalGrowth #Burnout #Wellness #MentalHealth #ContentCreation #YouTubeGrowth #Storytelling #Authenticity #SelfBelief #Neuroplasticity #Procrastination #SocialMedia #UnshakableMe

    1h 4m
  6. Jun 6

    Kirk Kodre On How to Make Money With AI in 2026

    Meet Kirk Kodre (KVK Automates), an AI entrepreneur, content creator, and founder helping businesses implement AI automations, AI employees, and scalable systems that save time, reduce costs, and drive growth. In this episode, we talk about Kirk's journey from building AI-powered dropshipping systems and automation workflows to launching a successful AI agency, growing a thriving Skool community, and building a personal brand around AI education and entrepreneurship. We dive deep into AI agencies, AI employees, automation opportunities, client acquisition, pricing AI services, lead generation, outreach strategies, YouTube growth, LinkedIn marketing, and why so many entrepreneurs are rushing to build AI businesses right now. Kirk shares his thoughts on the future of AI, the difference between traditional automations and AI employees, how businesses can implement AI today, and why personal branding may become one of the biggest competitive advantages in the AI industry. We also discuss AI tools like Claude Code, AI-generated content, automation workflows, building communities, scaling service businesses, landing your first AI client, overcoming beginner mistakes, and how creators can use YouTube to generate leads and authority in competitive industries. Whether you're an entrepreneur, agency owner, freelancer, creator, marketer, business owner, or someone curious about AI, this episode is packed with practical insights on automation, business growth, content creation, and the future of work. Learn more about Kirk: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KVKAutomates Skool Community: https://www.skool.com/kvk-automates-ai/about X (Twitter): https://x.com/kvkautomates CONNECT WITH US Website: https://vidpros.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vidprosedits Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vidprosedits LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/vidprosedits MORE ON VIDPROS Need pro video editing? Vidpros helps creators and brands produce retention-focused content that performs. 📩 sales@vidpros.com #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #AIAgency #AIAutomation #AIEmployees #BusinessAutomation #Entrepreneurship #YouTubeGrowth #PersonalBranding #ClaudeCode #AIBusiness #Automation #BusinessGrowth #Skool #ContentCreation

    31 min
  7. May 15

    BranimationsYT on Creator Burnout, Authenticity & Internet Culture Craving Real Creators Again

    Meet Brianna, also known as BranimationsYT, a creator known for her raw storytelling, introspective commentary, gaming content, and authentic conversations around creativity, social media, mental health, and internet culture. In this episode, we talk about Brianna’s journey from starting YouTube at 12 years old to building an audience through vulnerability, authenticity, and long-form storytelling content that deeply resonates with viewers online. We also dive into creator burnout, the pressure of the algorithm, influencer culture, parasocial relationships, authenticity on social media, short-form content, attention spans, storytelling on YouTube, and why audiences are craving more real and relatable creators again. Brianna shares her thoughts on editing styles, why over-editing can hurt videos, how she structures her content without scripts, the dangers of chasing trends, and how creators can stay authentic while still growing online. We also discuss internet criticism, dealing with hate comments, building confidence online, neurodivergence, creative self-doubt, and why creators should focus more on personality and ideas rather than trying to perfectly fit into a niche. Whether you're a creator, editor, gamer, storyteller, filmmaker, or someone trying to build an authentic audience online, this episode is packed with insights on creativity, vulnerability, storytelling, and navigating the modern internet. Learn more about Brianna: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/xBRIxxMOOREx Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/branimationsyt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/branimationsyt TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@branimationsytofficial CONNECT WITH US Website: https://vidpros.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

    54 min
  8. May 13

    David Boland on Mindset, Money & Building a Creator Business

    Meet David Boland, creator, entrepreneur, and storyteller known for his conversations around mindset, abundance, personal branding, creativity, and building a life with more freedom and intention. In this episode, we talk about David’s journey from working minimum wage jobs in Ireland to building an online business, growing a YouTube audience, traveling the world, and helping creators and entrepreneurs communicate their value through storytelling and content. We also dive into the psychology behind money, why most people struggle to recognize their own value, how mindset affects business growth, and the difference between chasing attention versus creating real value online. David shares practical insights on personal branding, building confidence, creating content authentically, overcoming fear of judgment, networking, and why conversations and relationships are often more important than complicated business systems. We also discuss authenticity in content creation, abundance mindset, storytelling on YouTube, social media negativity, creative fulfillment, and why creators should focus less on quick wins and more on building something meaningful long term. Whether you're a creator, entrepreneur, freelancer, editor, coach, agency owner, or someone trying to build a more intentional life online, this episode is packed with valuable insights on mindset, storytelling, creativity, and personal growth. Learn more about David: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thedavidboland Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justdavidboland Community: https://www.skool.com/conscious CONNECT WITH US Website: https://vidpros.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

    43 min

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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.