Tubetalk: Your Youtube How-to Guide

Send us a textAuto-clip your long form into viral shorts- https://link.vidiq.com/podcast-to-shortsGet the vidIQ plugin for FREE: https://vidiq.ink/boostpluginWant a 1 on 1 coach? https://vidiq.ink/theboost1on1Join our Discord! https://www.vidiq.com/discordWatch the video version: https://youtu.be/Na8rto6X_M0We bring John back to unpack leaving a staff role for creator life, why viral shorts didn’t feel like success, and how a mission to help creators beat “slop” changed everything. We answer audience questions on TV viewers, brand ROI, streaming strategy, and AI editing’s limits.• redefining success from views to impact and mission• separating formats when shorts overshadow long form• subtitles, metadata and clarity reviving old stories• outside perspective as the only reliable “metric”• cutting ego, tightening hooks and payoff discipline• TV watch time depressing sub conversion on travel content• pitching brands with ROI proof and affiliate data• multi‑streaming pragmatics and YouTube‑native packaging• repur

Send us a textAuto-clip your long form into viral shorts- https://link.vidiq.com/podcast-to-shortsGet the vidIQ plugin for FREE: https://vidiq.ink/boostpluginWant a 1 on 1 coach? https://vidiq.ink/theboost1on1Join our Discord! https://www.vidiq.com/discordWatch the video version: https://youtu.be/Na8rto6X_M0vidIQ India: https://www.youtube.com/@vidIQIndiaWe test YouTube’s collab feature with real data, compare two collaborations with opposite discovery patterns, and share how vidIQ India used a single launch to stand on its own. We also tackle shorts vs long‑form conversions, time sacrifice, and cultural insights that change how you read subscriber counts.• Why audience fit beats audience size for collaborations• How the collab feature seeds subscription feeds and triggers recommendations• VidIQ India launch results and sustaining views without a collab boost• SPEED vs Nomad Push case studies and what made one “stickier”• Turning shorts viewers into long‑form viewers with bridges and expectations• Practical t

Send us a textAuto-clip your long form into viral shorts- https://link.vidiq.com/podcast-to-shortsGet the vidIQ plugin for FREE: https://vidiq.ink/boostpluginWant a 1 on 1 coach? https://vidiq.ink/theboost1on1Join our Discord! https://www.vidiq.com/discordWatch the video version: https://youtu.be/0RE0fZkIbI4We trace Robin’s wild journey from a struggling skate channel and homelessness to a thriving English-language travel vlog built from internet cafes, $11 nights, and relentless challenges. Skating Japan, crossing Korea, riding a gifted moped through 47 prefectures, and now vanlife—each arc stacks story, skill, and momentum.• why the skate channel rose during Olympics then collapsed in a niche market• partner exit and the choice to livestream a seven-month Japan crossing• super chats as temporary fuel and the need for durable formats• creating Nomad Push and targeting English speakers with honest travel• life inside Japan’s internet cafes and how to live on night packs• filming for serendipity, editing for p

Send us a textAuto-clip your long form into viral shorts- https://link.vidiq.com/podcast-to-shortsGet the vidIQ plugin for FREE: https://vidiq.ink/boostpluginWant a 1 on 1 coach? https://vidiq.ink/theboost1on1Join our Discord! https://www.vidiq.com/discordWatch the video version: https://youtu.be/42BclmoqbB4We walk through how the guys left Donut, built Speeed from scratch, and learned to balance inspiration with packaging without burning out. We share what worked, what flopped, and why authenticity is the only sustainable strategy on YouTube.• lessons from High Low and big-budget production• why we left and how we kept it respectful• first upload panic and the rebound• the “magazine” model beyond cars• experiments that outperformed expectations• packaging rules: idea first, thumbnail second• what the algorithm gets right and wrong• analytics traps with the 1–10 ranking• tools, sponsors, and weekly ops pressure• small-channel shoutouts and influences• live two-minute channel pitch challengeIf you're new

Send us a textAuto-clip your long form into viral shorts- https://link.vidiq.com/podcast-to-shortsGet the vidIQ plugin for FREE: https://vidiq.ink/boostpluginWant a 1 on 1 coach? https://vidiq.ink/theboost1on1Join our Discord! https://www.vidiq.com/discordWatch the video version: https://youtu.be/0RE0fZkIbI4We break down how to grow on YouTube by thinking like a viewer, from using the collab feature without breaking the promise to designing for lean-back TV audiences. We also answer listener questions on mixed-format channels, browse vs search, accessibility, and naming your channel.• why the algorithm serves viewers, not creators• how to use the collab feature to meet expectations• where collabs fit in your content mix• TV viewing habits and lean-back packaging• AI upscaling and higher-res thumbnails for TVs• playlists and targeted end screens for binges• browse vs search and “scary” analytics• separating podcasts from produced videos• accessibility cues that boost retention• naming a channel for memorabilit

Send us a textAuto-clip your long form into viral shorts- https://link.vidiq.com/podcast-to-shortsGet the vidIQ plugin for FREE: https://vidiq.ink/boostpluginWant a 1 on 1 coach? https://vidiq.ink/theboost1on1Join our Discord! https://www.vidiq.com/discordWatch the video version here: https://youtu.be/s4dQbeDH0VsWe dig into YouTube’s AI push, the underrated power of the new collaboration tool, and why understanding human behavior beats chasing algorithm lore. Listener questions take us from reptile care positioning to audio-only let’s plays to the collector mindset that turns variety into a focused channel.• AI-enabled creation vs policy enforcement tension• Collaboration tool benefits and onboarding friction• Entertainment vs education packaging for animal niches• On-camera energy: the 130 percent rule• Audio-only let’s plays limits and visual repackaging• Titles that trigger curiosity through specificity• Collector through lines that enable channel variety• Search intent, answer-first structure, and persona

Send us a textAuto-clip your long form into viral shorts- https://link.vidiq.com/podcast-to-shortsGet the vidIQ plugin for FREE: https://vidiq.ink/boostpluginWant a 1 on 1 coach? https://vidiq.ink/theboost1on1Join our Discord! https://www.vidiq.com/discordWatch the YouTube version: https://youtu.be/-PzSEl2E2UoWe put YouTube’s new Collab feature through a real test and watched first-day impressions jump from 2,800 to 58,000 on a new channel. We dig into analytics, tradeoffs, and how smaller creators can partner smart without changing their format.• How the Collab feature expands distribution into partner subscriptions and browse• Why launch timing matters more than retroactive collabs• What to expect when CTR and AVD dip but total watch time soars• Practical steps for small-channel collaborations and shared analytics• When to separate education from entertainment to avoid audience confusion• Diagnosing big impression drops with traffic sources and seasonality• Using AI to lift scripts, audio, and ideation with

Send us a textAuto-clip your long form into viral shorts- https://link.vidiq.com/podcast-to-shortsGet the vidIQ plugin for FREE: https://vidiq.ink/boostpluginWant a 1 on 1 coach? https://vidiq.ink/theboost1on1Join our Discord! https://www.vidiq.com/discordWatch the YouTube version: https://youtu.be/gpTP3s-AOMIWe grapple with AI’s blurry line between prompting and creating, then dig into practical, grounded tactics for pivots, thumbnails, and growth that hold up under pressure. Along the way, we unpack niche strategy, device behavior, and how to build repeatable “luck” on YouTube.• creator vs prompter with AI ethics and friction• pivoting a monetized reaction channel into parenting• leveraging a unique life story as a moat• why inconclusive A/B tests default and what to do instead• when to stop testing and enforce visual consistency• YouTube variance vs luck and how skill compounds• packaging tiny niches for broader curiosity• translations and auto-dubbing realities• TV vs mobile: lean-back design and length e

Send us a textAuto-clip your long form into viral shorts- https://link.vidiq.com/podcast-to-shortsGet the vidIQ plugin for FREE: https://vidiq.ink/boostpluginWant a 1 on 1 coach? https://vidiq.ink/theboost1on1Join our Discord! https://www.vidiq.com/discordWatch the YouTube version: https://www.youtube.com/@vidIQPodcastsWe break down why Sora 2 feels like a before-and-after moment for content creation and what it means for tools, creativity, copyright, and trust. We push past hype, share where lines get crossed, and map practical ways to adapt without losing your voice.• what sora 2 is and why it matters• prompting vs creating, and where tools end• lowering barriers and rising competition• “ai slop” definitions, intent, and quality• accusations of ai use and proving human work• likeness, consent, and ethical red lines• copyright risk, parody limits, and safe uses• practical workflows: b‑roll, editing, ideation• misinformation loops and fact-check habits• what platforms may restrict next and why• how to futurep

Send us a textAuto-clip your long form into viral shorts- https://link.vidiq.com/podcast-to-shortsGet the vidIQ plugin for FREE: https://vidiq.ink/boostpluginWant a 1 on 1 coach? https://vidiq.ink/theboost1on1Join our Discord! https://www.vidiq.com/discordWatch the YouTube version: https://www.youtube.com/@vidIQPodcastsWe dig into why subscribers don’t equal views, how to pivot without wrecking your channel, and why designing a bingeable path beats chasing a one-off hit. Tori shares a new-channel case study that hit 23k views in three uploads and the input goals that kept her sane.• subscribers do not equal views and momentum matters• burnout, niche boredom and the cost of a hard pivot• wedging: mixing what works with where you’re going• input goals over vanity metrics during pivots• designing a viewer journey and target videos• new fitness channel strategy and early monetization progress• search vs browse, SEO for humans, and TV viewing growth• building funnels for coaching and selling to the right viewers•

Send us a textAuto-clip your long form into viral shorts- https://link.vidiq.com/podcast-to-shortsGet the vidIQ plugin for FREE: https://vidiq.ink/boostpluginWant a 1 on 1 coach? https://vidiq.ink/theboost1on1Join our Discord! https://www.vidiq.com/discordWatch the YouTube version: https://www.youtube.com/@vidIQPodcastsYouTube's new restriction on Premium family plans requires all members to live in the same household, following similar moves by Amazon Prime and Netflix, drastically reducing the value proposition for subscribers who share with family members living elsewhere.• YouTube now tracking IP addresses to verify household status with a 30-day verification system• Family plan subscribers paying $22 monthly now limited to sharing only with people in their physical household• Licensing agreements for music and movies likely pushing platforms to limit account sharing• Two-person plan being tested in France, India, Taiwan and Hong Kong as a potential middle-ground solution• The promote button on YouTu

Send us a textAuto-clip your long form into viral shorts- https://link.vidiq.com/podcast-to-shortsGet the vidIQ plugin for FREE: https://vidiq.ink/boostpluginWant a 1 on 1 coach? https://vidiq.ink/theboost1on1Join our Discord! https://www.vidiq.com/discordWatch the YouTube version: https://www.youtube.com/@vidIQPodcastsYouTube creators experienced a mysterious drop in views around mid-August while their ad revenue remained surprisingly stable. The culprit was YouTube's battle with ad blockers causing desktop views to disappear from analytics while leaving monetization unaffected.• Desktop viewers using ad blockers suddenly stopped being counted in view metrics• Views dropped approximately 30% for many creators, particularly those with tech-savvy audiences• Despite lower view counts, ad revenue remained stable since ad-blocked views never generated revenue anyway• Engagement metrics like likes-per-view increased, suggesting core engaged audience remained• Josh Strife Hayes collected data from 80+ channels

Send us a textAuto-clip your long form into viral shorts- https://link.vidiq.com/podcast-to-shortsGet the vidIQ plugin for FREE: https://vidiq.ink/boostpluginWant a 1 on 1 coach? https://vidiq.ink/theboost1on1Join our Discord! https://www.vidiq.com/discordWatch the YouTube version: https://www.youtube.com/@vidIQPodcastsYouTube recently held its Made on YouTube event unveiling new creator features heavily focused on AI integration and tools for monetized channels. These updates showcase YouTube's evolution toward more sophisticated creator tools while raising questions about whether they truly address the needs of emerging creators.• AI video generation allowing creators to type prompts and create videos with sound for free• Image animation feature that puts static pictures into motion with predetermined movements• AI editing for Shorts that transforms raw camera footage into polished content• Simultaneous horizontal and vertical live streaming capabilities• React Live Content allowing creators to react t

Send us a textGet the vidIQ plugin for FREE: https://vidiq.ink/boostpluginWant a 1 on 1 coach? https://vidiq.ink/theboost1on1Join our Discord! https://www.vidiq.com/discordWatch the YouTube version: https://www.youtube.com/@vidIQPodcastsWe 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 segme

Send us a textGet the vidIQ plugin for FREE: https://vidiq.ink/boostpluginWant a 1 on 1 coach? https://vidiq.ink/theboost1on1Join our Discord! https://www.vidiq.com/discordWatch the YouTube version: https://www.youtube.com/@vidIQPodcastsWe 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

Send us a textGet the vidIQ plugin for FREE: https://vidiq.ink/boostpluginWant a 1 on 1 coach? https://vidiq.ink/theboost1on1Join our Discord! https://www.vidiq.com/discordWatch the YouTube version: https://www.youtube.com/@vidIQPodcastsDerral 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 o

Send us a textGet the vidIQ plugin for FREE: https://vidiq.ink/boostpluginWant a 1 on 1 coach? https://vidiq.ink/theboost1on1Join our Discord! https://www.vidiq.com/discordWatch the YouTube version: https://www.youtube.com/@vidIQPodcastsYouTube 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 y

Send us a textGet the vidIQ plugin for FREE: https://vidiq.ink/boostpluginWant a 1 on 1 coach? https://vidiq.ink/theboost1on1Join our Discord! https://www.vidiq.com/discordWatch the YouTube version: https://www.youtube.com/@vidIQPodcastsOur 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 succ

Send us a textGet the vidIQ plugin for FREE: https://vidiq.ink/boostpluginWant a 1 on 1 coach? https://vidiq.ink/theboost1on1Join our Discord! https://www.vidiq.com/discordWatch the YouTube version: https://www.youtube.com/@vidIQPodcastsYouTube'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,

Send us a textGet the vidIQ plugin for FREE: https://vidiq.ink/boostpluginWant a 1 on 1 coach? https://vidiq.ink/theboost1on1Join our Discord! https://www.vidiq.com/discordCheck out Rebecca: https://www.youtube.com/@RebeccaJayyMedical 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 shou