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

  1. 6小时前

    Why New Viewers Matter More Than You Think

    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 We explore YouTube growth strategy through the lens of real creator experiences and algorithmic understanding, from Ludwig's experiment starting a new anonymous channel to handling viral success. • 99% of viewers on successful videos are new people who don't know your channel history • Ludwig's humbling experiment showed it took five hours for anyone to show up on his anonymous stream • YouTube is a marathon, not a sprint—value every view as a real person choosing to watch • Effective hooks in long-form content should be under 15 seconds and validate the thumbnail/title promise • After a viral hit, double down on similar content rather than making random videos • Creative sponsorship integration is crucial as YouTube makes it easier for viewers to skip sponsored segments • Community posts, shorts, and thoughtful engagement are effective ways to maintain audience connection between uploads • When starting out, celebrate small wins—50 people watching your video is 50 real people giving you their time Text us your YouTube questions at the link in description or email theboost@vidIQ.com

    44 分钟

  2. 9月8日

    Your Subscribers Don't Matter, But Your Enjoyment Does

    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 We explore the psychological aspects of content creation on YouTube, focusing on finding enjoyment in the process rather than obsessing over metrics, and discuss practical approaches to channel growth beyond subscriber counts. • Subscriber counts don't necessarily correlate with viewership or channel success • Finding content you genuinely enjoy creating is crucial for long-term sustainability  • Brand deals are accessible for smaller creators who develop authentic connections with their audience • YouTube's discovery system has evolved beyond traditional metadata like categories and tags • A/B testing titles and thumbnails can help optimization but won't compensate for weak content ideas • Small adjustments to metadata can sometimes dramatically increase impressions and visibility • Creating connections with viewers is more valuable than accumulating vanity metrics • Even small creators with under 10k subscribers can secure sponsorship opportunities If you're enjoying the podcast, please subscribe and leave us a review. Your support helps us reach more creators with this valuable information.

    47 分钟

  3. 9月1日

    How to REALLY Get Views and Subs: The YouTube Formula

    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 Derral Eves, the creator of 34 million-subscriber YouTube channels and founder of VidSummit, shares his formula for cracking the YouTube code by understanding the viewer-based algorithm. • Understanding who your viewer is and where they are in their journey is the key to YouTube success • The biggest mistake creators make is not studying YouTube and learning from top creators • Successful creators can visualize how viewers consume their content and eliminate elements that cause drop-off • VidSummit was created to help YouTubers treat their channels as businesses and build community among creators • The transition from view-based to viewer-based algorithms fundamentally changed how to succeed on YouTube • Most creators focus on vanity metrics like subscribers when they should focus on viewer relationships • Data from analytics doesn't lie—it shows exactly when viewers find value and when they don't • Surrounding yourself with other creators dramatically increases your chances of YouTube success • New creators often think their videos are amazing when they're actually missing fundamental elements • The Chosen TV series demonstrates how YouTube strategies can disrupt traditional media distribution If you want to learn more about Derral's methods, check out his book The YouTube Formula or visit VidSummit.com and ChannelJumpstart.com.

    1 小时 11 分钟

  4. 8月25日

    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

    38 分钟

  5. 8月18日

    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.

    39 分钟

  6. 8月11日

    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.

    1 小时 6 分钟

  7. 8月4日

    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

    45 分钟

  8. 7月28日

    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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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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