TubeTalk: Your YouTube How-To Guide

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TubeTalk tackles the questions that real YouTubers are asking. Each week we discuss how to make money on YouTube, how to get your videos discovered, how to level up your gaming channel, or even how the latest YouTube update is going to impact you and your channel. If you've ever asked yourself, "How do I grow on YouTube?" or "Where can I learn how to turn my channel into a business?" you've come to the right podcast! TubeTalk is a vidIQ production. To learn more about how we help YouTube creators big and small, visit https://vidIQ.com

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    Shattering YouTube Myths

    Send us a text Get the vidIQ plugin for FREE: https://vidiq.ink/boostplugin Want a 1 on 1 coach? https://vidiq.ink/theboost1on1 Join our Discord! https://www.vidiq.com/discord Watch the YouTube version: https://www.youtube.com/@vidIQPodcasts YouTube growth is filled with misconceptions that can derail creators, from the myth that subscribers equal views to false beliefs about how the algorithm works with your viewing habits.  • Subscribers don't equal views - a channel with thousands of subscribers might still struggle with low viewership • Creator burnout is real and it's okay to take breaks when content creation isn't paying your bills • Your viewing habits have zero impact on how YouTube promotes your videos • Content buckets strategy works best when organized by traffic source: Browse (storytelling), Search (solutions), and Shorts (promotion) • Finding your "superpower" as a creator helps you stand out in saturated niches like gaming • Reading competitors' comments reveals market gaps you can fill with your content • Creating an "avatar account" that only watches your niche content helps you understand what YouTube promotes • Testing new content regularly prevents stagnation and helps break growth plateaus • YouTube can profoundly impact lives beyond metrics - from finding spouses to landing dream jobs

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    The Delusion of YouTube Success

    Send us a text Get the vidIQ plugin for FREE: https://vidiq.ink/boostplugin Want a 1 on 1 coach? https://vidiq.ink/theboost1on1 Join our Discord! https://www.vidiq.com/discord Watch the YouTube version: https://www.youtube.com/@vidIQPodcasts Our coaches explore the psychology of YouTube success, discussing whether determination alone is enough or if creators need a healthy dose of "delusion" to keep going when views are low. • Understanding Total Addressable Market (TAM) and how it affects your potential audience size • Why pivoting from local content to broader topics often leads to significant view increases • How to approach sponsorships even with a small channel by leveraging your content creation skills • The psychology of early YouTube creation and talking to a camera when nobody's watching • Successful creators often "act as if" they already have a large audience, holding themselves to higher standards • Why simply persisting without strategic improvement won't guarantee YouTube success • Using audience retention data from previous videos to optimize new content Remember to download vidIQ for free at vidIQ.com to help you analyze your audience and optimize your content strategy.

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    The Algorithm, Age Verification, Swear Words and What Would Rob Wilson Do?

    Send us a text Get the vidIQ plugin for FREE: https://vidiq.ink/boostplugin Want a 1 on 1 coach? https://vidiq.ink/theboost1on1 Join our Discord! https://www.vidiq.com/discord Watch the YouTube version: https://www.youtube.com/@vidIQPodcasts YouTube's platform is constantly evolving, and this episode unpacks the latest updates that are reshaping the creator landscape. We dive deep into the new monetization policies regarding profanity - not exactly a "sensor update" but rather an expansion of what content can now earn revenue even with colorful language. The crew shares personal philosophies on keeping content family-friendly despite these relaxed guidelines, with Rob noting he's never found cursing necessary for his content strategy. The conversation takes a serious turn as we examine YouTube's controversial AI age verification system. Instead of relying on user-stated ages, YouTube will now use internal signals to estimate viewer ages - raising important questions about privacy, accuracy, and content access. Dan voices legitimate concerns: if YouTube sometimes struggles with content identification for YouTube Kids, how reliable will age estimation be? We explore the international regulatory pressures driving this change and what it means for both viewers and creators. Perhaps most exciting for data-hungry creators is YouTube's new viewer analytics categories that segment audiences into "new," "casual," and "regular" viewers. This long-awaited feature finally lifts the veil on viewer behavior patterns, showing that regular viewers typically watch twice as long and consume twice as many videos as new viewers. The team shares strategies for using these insights to tailor content for different audience segments and build stronger viewer relationships. We wrap up with a spirited debate on the age-old question: are titles more important than thumbnails? Each team member offers unique perspectives based on their content experience. Plus, we're treated to an unexpected surprise when a 90s Celtic punk band shares custom songs they created about VidIQ and our team member Rob! Have questions about these updates or other YouTube strategies? Email us at theboost@vidiq.com - we might feature your question on our next episode.

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    Stop Chasing YouTube - Let It Chase You Ft Rebecca Jay

    Send us a text Get the vidIQ plugin for FREE: https://vidiq.ink/boostplugin Want a 1 on 1 coach? https://vidiq.ink/theboost1on1 Join our Discord! https://www.vidiq.com/discord Check out Rebecca: https://www.youtube.com/@RebeccaJayy Medical student and content creator Rebecca J shares her journey from TikTok to YouTube, revealing how focusing less on metrics and more on creating meaningful content has allowed her to build a thriving 700K subscriber community. • Shifting focus from numbers to content quality improves both creator mindset and long-term channel growth • Building a content strategy based on feelings and meaning rather than just aesthetics creates deeper audience connections • Repetitive lifestyle content can be a strength as it reflects the reality of building consistent habits • Transitioning from TikTok to YouTube offered more storytelling opportunities through long-form content • Content that makes viewers feel "like they can tackle the whole world" builds a loyal community • Women creators should prioritize privacy and safety by limiting personal information in videos • The creator-audience relationship becomes surreal when fans recognize you in public • Using AI as a tool for monotonous tasks can enhance the creative process • "The harder you chase YouTube, the faster it runs away" - success often comes when you stop obsessing • Always ask: "Would I watch my own content?" to maintain quality standards

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    AI Brain Rot & YouTube's Real Monetization Rules: What Creators Should Know

    Send us a text Get the vidIQ plugin for FREE: https://vidiq.ink/boostplugin Want a 1 on 1 coach? https://vidiq.ink/theboost1on1 Join our Discord! https://www.vidiq.com/discord Recent YouTube policy changes regarding "inauthentic content" have been widely misinterpreted, with no evidence that AI content is specifically being targeted for demonetization. • YouTube has rebranded "repetitious content" policy as "inauthentic content" with minimal actual changes • Title and thumbnail A/B testing capabilities are expanding to allow testing of up to three variations • Understanding viewer psychology is more valuable than focusing on technical metrics • When considering channel pivots, examine analytics to see where most views and subscribers come from • Apply the 70/30 rule: 70% established content formats, 30% experimental content • Success comes from predicting what humans will watch next, not understanding algorithms • Think like a viewer by analyzing why you skip certain videos from channels you're subscribed to Send us your podcast intro videos and we might use them in future episodes!

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    The Unspeakable Journey: Building a YouTube Empire from Zero

    Send us a text Get the vidIQ plugin for FREE: https://vidiq.ink/boostplugin Want a 1 on 1 coach? https://vidiq.ink/theboost1on1 Join our Discord! https://www.vidiq.com/discord Watch the video version here https://youtu.be/SYki-XV7Oag Check out Unspeakable: https://www.youtube.com/@Unspeakable From shy middle schooler to YouTube mega-star, Nathan's journey with Unspeakable represents one of the most remarkable success stories in the content creation space. Starting with nothing but a basic laptop purchased from lawn-mowing money, he transformed his passion for Minecraft into a media empire spanning multiple channels with millions of subscribers. What makes Nathan's approach so compelling is his refreshing emphasis on strategic focus. While many creators rush to diversify across multiple platforms and channels, he spent six years perfecting a single channel before expanding. "If you start two YouTube channels with similar videos and similar purposes, what's the point?" he explains. This disciplined approach paid extraordinary dividends – his second channel reached a million subscribers in under 20 days, while his third channel now stands as his most successful with videos reaching tens of millions of views. The conversation delves into the operational details behind Unspeakable's content machine, from their meticulous brainstorming process to Nathan's "three element formula" for thumbnail design. With teams dedicated to different aspects of production across multiple filming locations, their approach resembles a professional studio more than the typical creator setup. Yet Nathan maintains that success isn't about expensive equipment or overproduced content – it's about understanding what quality means to your specific audience and delivering ideas that genuinely excite them. Perhaps most valuable for aspiring creators is Nathan's practical advice on starting with limited resources. "Think of a way that you can create a hundred videos for $0," he challenges, pointing out opportunities to leverage free tools and existing skills. His blueprint for success emphasizes building brick by brick, reinvesting revenue into gradual improvements rather than expecting overnight results. For anyone looking to transform their creative passion into a sustainable career, this conversation offers both inspiration and actionable strategy from someone who's mastered the craft. Ready to apply these insights to your own content journey? Subscribe now and discover more strategies from successful creators who've cracked the code to sustainable growth on platforms like YouTube.

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    Why Does Bad Content Get More Views Than Your Good Content?

    Send us a text Get the vidIQ plugin for FREE: https://vidiq.ink/boostplugin Want a 1 on 1 coach? https://vidiq.ink/theboost1on1 Join our Discord! https://www.vidiq.com/discord Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/aYkMzEbslKg We debunk the myth about YouTube demonetizing AI voices and discuss how to handle seemingly random view performance on videos. This is a deep dive into several creator conundrums from understanding what actually impacts monetization to why some channels succeed with seemingly less effort. • YouTube is not broadly demonetizing AI voices, but rather clarifying existing rules about low-effort content • "Total addressable market" explains the ceiling on how many potential viewers your content could reach • Gaming + blacksmithing fusion channels create a unique value proposition that can stand out in saturated niches • Technical quality doesn't guarantee views—content must be inherently interesting to the target audience • YouTube's new "engaged views" metric for Shorts appears to be an attempt to compete with TikTok's approach • Channel pivots typically take 6+ months to show significant results, requiring patience and consistent effort • For product-based channels, becoming part of the community rather than constantly promoting can be more effective Send us your custom Tube Talk intros by emailing theboost@vidIQ.com or try our script tool at vidIQ.com/create to write something for Jen and Travis to read on air!

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    Should You Quit Your YouTube Channel When THIS Happens?

    Send us a text Get the vidIQ plugin for FREE: https://vidiq.ink/boostplugin Want a 1 on 1 coach? https://vidiq.ink/theboost1on1 Join our Discord! https://www.vidiq.com/discord Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/9qHT5lYCNc4 We explore the critical decision of whether to quit a YouTube channel, pivot, or persevere through algorithmic changes and seasonal downturns. Through success stories, personal experiences, and practical advice, we break down the emotional and strategic aspects of these tough creator choices. • YouTube updating monetization policies on July 15th to better identify mass-produced and repetitious content • New analytics breakdown showing more detailed viewer information (new, casual, and regular viewers) • David's inspiring success story of starting a weight loss channel that transformed his life and built a supportive community • Summer typically brings significant viewership declines across many content categories • The general rule: same/similar audience = pivot; completely different audience = new channel • Pivoting typically means fighting against your back catalog and can lead to months of negative growth • Starting a new channel means building from scratch with potentially very low initial viewership • Unlisting or privatizing high-performing old content can significantly speed up a successful pivot • Even YouTube experts struggle with emotional attachment to their own analytics when pivoting If you're struggling with the decision to pivot or start fresh, send us your channel details at theboostvidiq.com and we might feature your case in our upcoming studio episodes.

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TubeTalk tackles the questions that real YouTubers are asking. Each week we discuss how to make money on YouTube, how to get your videos discovered, how to level up your gaming channel, or even how the latest YouTube update is going to impact you and your channel. If you've ever asked yourself, "How do I grow on YouTube?" or "Where can I learn how to turn my channel into a business?" you've come to the right podcast! TubeTalk is a vidIQ production. To learn more about how we help YouTube creators big and small, visit https://vidIQ.com

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