The Creator Feed
The Creator Feed is a weekly podcast hosted by Renee Teeley & Jim Louderback. We cover the latest news and trends in the creator economy and discuss what it means for you, the creator!
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Historic Executive Order Unveils Revolutionary AI Standards in Washington - and what it means for creators
11/02/2023
Historic Executive Order Unveils Revolutionary AI Standards in Washington - and what it means for creators
This week on The Creator Feed, AI Goes to Washington as President Biden issues an executive order to ensure AI systems are safe and unbiased. Renee and Jim dive into the new standards for AI safety, guidelines against algorithmic discrimination, and the protection of consumers through content authentication. In addition, this episode explores social platforms facing government interventions as 41 states sue Meta over addicting kids to Instagram and Facebook, and the UK's Online Safety Bill becomes law. Meanwhile, Pinterest launches the Creator Education Hub to help creators understand the platform, create engaging content, and grow their businesses - we talk about what it means. Plus, we discuss how traditional TV can save itself and the impact of AI on business models. Tune in for all the latest in the creator economy! LINKS: Executive Order Aims to Reign in AI Protecting Our Children: Governments Worldwide Take Action Against Social Platforms' Harmful Influence! Unlock Your Creative Potential: Pinterest Launches Cutting-Edge Creator Education Hub! Behind the Scenes in Hollywood: Can Traditional TV Save Itself from the Monster Lurking in the Shadows? Exciting ChatGPT Update: Now Supports PDF Uploads and Takes Interactions to the Next Level! Disrupting Business Models: How AI Is Transforming Industries and Shaping the Future!
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The Dark Side of Artlist’s 100K "Fund" exposed, plus new AI study and Patreon has a “Moment”
10/28/2023
The Dark Side of Artlist’s 100K "Fund" exposed, plus new AI study and Patreon has a “Moment”
Headline alert! In this episode of The Creator Feed, we uncover some juicy stories. Artlist's dirty secret is exposed, Patreon levels up with a rebrand and acquires Moment Studios, TikTok captions become mandatory, AI takes over the creator world (with some concerns), and Twitch jumps on the stories bandwagon (late to the game, if you ask us). Join Jim and Renee as they spill the tea on the latest news and trends in the creator economy. Don't miss out on this episode—share it with a friend and stay in the know! LINKS: Artlist's Shocking Revelation: No Grant, Just a Creative Rights Takeover! Patreon Levels Up with a Rebrand and buys Moment Studios TikTok Breaks Barriers: Auto-Captions Now Mandatory for All Videos! AI Takes Over the Creator Economy: Study Reveals 97% Adoption Rate! Twitch Follows the Trend with Stories - But is it Too Late?
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Special VidSummit Episode: Creator Insights and Spirited Debates 🤔
10/17/2023
Special VidSummit Episode: Creator Insights and Spirited Debates 🤔
This week on The Creator Feed, Jim battles FOMO while Renee chats it up with creators and experts from VidSummit! This year, the event scaled up and relocated to Irving, TX. Shaking things up a bit on the podcast, Renee connected with industry experts from VidSummit to share their key takeaways, unveil hidden gems, and delve into some of their heated debates from the event. We have insightful discussions lined up with beauty creator Gabi Soares (AKA Glam Girl Gabi), Ant McCormack, the co-founder of Changer Studios, and Justin Moore, the creator and founder of Creator Wizard. It's a thorough recap of VidSummit, bringing the essence of the event right to your ears. LINKS: VidSummit: Gabi Soares AKA Glam Girl Gabi: Justin Moore, Creator Wizard: Ant McCormack, Changer Studios: Creator Guide featuring Sarah Renae Clark:
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Unpacking the Best and the Worst From VidCon Baltimore!
10/02/2023
Unpacking the Best and the Worst From VidCon Baltimore!
Jim and Renee here, bringing you the latest from the creator economy on The Creator Feed. In this episode, we're diving into all things VidCon Baltimore. We'll spill the tea on unexpected trends, surprising moments, and game-changing tech showcased (or not) at VidCon. Plus, we'll dish on the vibe in Baltimore compared to Anaheim and the dynamics between industry folks and creators. And hold on tight, because we've got some juicy insights from the invite-only industry event at VidCon. Tune in to get the scoop on everything VidCon-related, because you don't want to miss it! LINKS: VIDCON Baltimore -
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AI and New Tools - from YouTube’s Stunning Launch to BlackMagic’s Free App and Spotify Dubbing podcasts - and MORE!
09/30/2023
AI and New Tools - from YouTube’s Stunning Launch to BlackMagic’s Free App and Spotify Dubbing podcasts - and MORE!
Get ready for a jam-packed episode of The Creator Feed! We've got a TOOL-A-PALOOZA lined up for you. YouTube is dropping a new editing app for mobile creators, along with AI-generated video backgrounds. Black Magic is bringing professional capabilities to your iOS devices with their free camera app. OpenAI is here with voice and image inputs for ChatGPT, and Spotify is teaming up with OpenAI for AI-powered voice translation. Will Twitter go paid? Elon Musk seems to think so! And Getty Images has launched an AI image generator for legally protected commercial use. Join us on The Creator Feed for all the juicy details! LINKS: 📱 YouTube Unleashes New App & AI Tools 🌟 Create Magic with Black Magic 💬 OpenAI Gets Vocal 💰 Is Twitter Going Paid? 🖼️ Getty Images Embraces AI - With a Twist 👥 Unlock the Future with FRIEND.TECH
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$100,000 Up for Grabs: Artlist's Crazy Video Giveaway, plus AI Really Does Boost Productivity
09/21/2023
$100,000 Up for Grabs: Artlist's Crazy Video Giveaway, plus AI Really Does Boost Productivity
This week on The Creator Feed: Artlist is giving away $100K to bring your wildest video idea to life. Embrace AI for a 40% performance boost, according to a Harvard study. Viral Nation launches CreatorOS, perfect for nanoinfluencers. Google's anti-trust case could rock the internet, while Karat Financial offers an angel investing program for creators. And in a twist, Bytedance clones Canva but renews partnership in Australia. Get all the buzz in this week’s Creator Feed podcast!" LINKS: Artlist's $100K Video Idea Giveaway: Bring Your Creativity to Life! Boost Performance by 40% with AI, Harvard Study Reveals Viral Nation Unveils CreatorOS: Simplifying Talent Management Google's Anti-Trust Case: Internet & YouTube at Risk Karat Financial Empowers Creators with Angel Investment Program" Bytedance Clones Canva, Sparks Collaboration Buzz
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Apple iPhone 15 Pro Unleashes Spatial Video Magic plus the eSports League even Mr. Beast Couldn’t Save
09/13/2023
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Unleashes Spatial Video Magic plus the eSports League even Mr. Beast Couldn’t Save
Get ready for some exciting updates in the creator economy world! In this episode, we'll spill the beans on the Apple iPhone 15 Pro's mind-blowing features, like spatial video recording and the long-awaited switch to a USB-C connection. We'll also dive into the chaos surrounding the ill-fated launch of a new esports league, the toxic relationship between creators and blockchain technology, and Patreon's new chat rooms that'll bring you closer to your audience. Plus, we'll explore the demise of traditional TV and the rise of online video, and share some funny tidbits about YouTube's glowing subscribe button and TikTok's new shopping feature. Tune in and stay in the loop with the latest tech buzz! LINKS: Apple's iPhone 15 Pro The Mr. Beast-promoted Creator League Took a Wrong Turn Patreon Is Leveling Up With New Chat Rooms Similar To Discord And More! It's The End Of Big TV Youtube Is Testing A Glowing Subscribe Button Tiktok Shop Is Live In The Us, Tempting Us With Unnecessary Purchases.
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AI Watermarks From Google, plus TikTok Hooks Kids as Young as 2 Years Old 🤯
09/07/2023
AI Watermarks From Google, plus TikTok Hooks Kids as Young as 2 Years Old 🤯
Welcome to The Creator Feed, where we dish out the juiciest news from the creator economy! In this episode, we've got some hot topics for you. Google is introducing AI watermarks to protect and explain those fancy AI-generated images, while Meta is working on a bias detection system for AI models. TikTok's got a massive kids problem, with young minds being hooked on its addictive algorithm. YouTube execs are fretting over the decline of long-form videos, and we explore the rise of private networks like Discord and WhatsApp. Plus, LinkedIn is making some updates, and we ponder LinkTree's collaboration with Olivia Rodrigo. Tune in for all the details! LINKS: Google's Mind-Blowing AI Watermark Meta Unmasking AI's Hidden Bias YouTube Execs in Panic Mode:Is the Era of Long-Form Videos Over? The End of Social Media: Teens Abandoning Platforms for Good? TikTok's Dark Secret: How It's Hooking Kids from Age 2 LinkedIn's Bold Move: Bidding Farewell to Hashtags and Location Data LinkTree x Olivia Rodrigo Collab: Custom Themes for Your Fanbase!
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YouTube Builds a Traffic School for Community Guidelines, plus TikTok's Shopping Link Hijinks and a New Creator Guild!
08/31/2023
YouTube Builds a Traffic School for Community Guidelines, plus TikTok's Shopping Link Hijinks and a New Creator Guild!
In this episode of The Creator Feed, we've got some exciting updates for you in our special end of summer double episode! First up, YouTube is rolling out a new educational training course to help creators understand Community Guidelines warnings, and we think it sounds just like traffic school! Learn how not to get your YouTube license taken away. Also this week: TikTok is rumored to shortly ban all external shopping links, potentially affecting creators and raising anti-trust concerns. A new nonprofit organization, the Creators Guild of America, aims to support creators without collective bargaining. Renee and Jim analyze 4 creator economy challenges laid out by top VC Andrew Chen and then talk through his potential upside for venture-based companies in our space. Plus, Rhett and Link's Mythical Creator Accelerator invests in The Sorry Girls and the curious case of the missing bylines. Tune in for all these juicy stories and more! LINKS: YouTube's New Policy: 3 Strikes and You're Out! Find Out What Could Get Your Channel Wiped Clean! TikTok's Could Ban External Shopping Links: Is This the End of Affiliate Marketing for Creators? Introducing the Creators Guild of America: The New Support System for Creators You Need to Know About! VC Andrew Chen Reveals the Dark Side of Startups in the Creator Economy. Rhett and Link's Mythical Creator Accelerator Makes Investment in The Sorry Girls - Get the Inside Scoop! YouTube Drops Bylines on Blog Posts - What’s Really Going On? (blog post today)
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AI and the Creator Economy, plus Conflicts of Interest Abound
08/24/2023
AI and the Creator Economy, plus Conflicts of Interest Abound
Get ready for another exciting episode of The Creator Feed! This week it’s all about AI and Conflicts of Interest. On the AI Side, YouTube is getting into the AI game with their Music AI Incubator, working with music partners to enhance creativity while protecting artists' work. Meta releases an impressive AI translator model, which led to a discussion of where all these models fail - and fail hard. Finally we talk about updates to copyright and AI-generated images, still murky as mud, but wending its way through the courts. Ethics and conflicts of interest also take center stage as we discuss the recent lapses at Mr. Beast and Linus Tech Tips. Plus, a look at how the NFT royalty bubble has almost completely detonated - and Jim discloses his very own conflict. bursts. Finally, hold on tight because Kick is launching their Creator Program, offering select streamers a salary. No word on whether the gambling connection is a conflict or not. The future of the creator economy is here, so tune in and stay ahead of the game! LINKS: 🎵 YouTube's Music AI Incubator: Enhancing Creativity and Protecting Artists' Work! 🤝 Ethical Lapses in the Creator Economy: Mr. Beast and Linus Tech Tips Under Fire! 💬 Meta Launches SeamlessM4T: The Ultimate Multilingual AI Translator! 💔 The End of NFT Royalties: Open Sea Gives Up, Creator Economy in Turmoil! 🖌️ AI Art vs. Copyright: Federal Judge Rules in Favor of Non-Copyrightable AI Creations! 💰 Kick's Creator Program: Salary for Select Streamers, The Future of Live Streaming!
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TikTok's FYP under fire in Europe! Plus #BookTok on the rise, Minecraft walkbacks, and more
08/17/2023
TikTok's FYP under fire in Europe! Plus #BookTok on the rise, Minecraft walkbacks, and more
In today's episode of The Creator Feed, we've got some exciting news coming your way. First up, TikTok is making waves in Europe by allowing users to opt out of the algorithmic For You Page. Will this become a global trend in prioritizing user safety? Plus, #BookTok is taking the literary world by storm, boosting indie authors and print book sales too. And speaking of games, Minecraft is reaping the benefits of its IP - and pushing away creators - while Roblox continues to sow the seeds of success. We'll also discuss the integration of Descript and SquadCast and what WeWork's demise means for the creator economy. Tune in and join the conversation! LINKS: Southby Already? Get Ready for SXSW Sessions - Vote Now! Europe Regulators Take Action: TikTok's FYP Opt-Out and Beyond BookTok Rising: Indie Books Take Center Stage on TikTok Minecraft vs. Creators: From Reaping the Value to IP Restrictions Descript + SquadCast Integration: Streamlining Podcasting Workflows WeWork's Demise and the Creator Economy: Lessons in Community and Adaptation
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Changer Studios Launches Accelerator Programs for YouTube Creators, TikTok might drop the For You Page in Europe, and more!
08/10/2023
Changer Studios Launches Accelerator Programs for YouTube Creators, TikTok might drop the For You Page in Europe, and more!
Hey there trendsetters! Get ready for a jam-packed episode of The Creator Feed. First up, Changer Studios is launching not one, but two exciting accelerator programs for educational and kids' content creators. Plus, gaming sensation Kwebbelkop is taking a leap into the virtual world as an AI construct, extending his career in a whole new way. And TikTok is bringing the heat with their very own music competition, Gimme the Mic, and changing the product to satisfy EU privacy updates. We also talk about what it means now that Roblox hit over 1 million downloads on Oculus. We've also got some Thread updates and a juicy twist in the Mr Beast saga. Tune in and share the creativity! LINKS: Unveiling the Future: Changer Studios Launches Accelerator Programs for YouTube Creators Kwebbelkop Transcends Reality: The Gaming Creator Embraces AI for Career Expansion TikTok's Melodic Quest + Adapting to EU Regulations with User Personalization Controls ROBLOX x Oculus: A Million Downloads and Beyond - Gaming's Metaverse in the Making Threads Unveiled: Discover New Features and Enhancements for Seamless Conversations Legal Battles in the Creator Realm: Mr Beast's Ghost Kitchen Faces a $100M Lawsuit Discord's Creator Team Layoffs: Analyzing the Implications for the Creator Community
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YouTube Shorts Gets New Live Video Previews and Creator Tools, plus Mr. Beast has a Whopper of a Problem
08/04/2023
YouTube Shorts Gets New Live Video Previews and Creator Tools, plus Mr. Beast has a Whopper of a Problem
Renee Teeley and Jim Louderback here with another episode of The Creator Feed, your go-to source for the latest and greatest in the creator economy. Today, we're discussing new YouTube Shorts features, Mr Beast's legal battle with his food delivery partner, Instagram's new AI features, and the ongoing competition between TikTok, Reels, and YouTube Shorts. Plus, we dive into LinkedIn's new AI hub, and the legal implications of using memes in advertising. Don't miss out on this episode of The Creator Feed, and if you like what you hear, be sure to share it with your friends! LINKS: YouTube Shortens the Gap Between Platforms with New Features for Creators Mr Beast's Food Fight: Creator Sues Delivery Partner for Burger Business Woes Instagram Upgrades AI Features to Empower Creativity and Convenience TikTok vs. Meta vs. YouTube: Who Will Reign as the Top Short-Form Video Platform? LinkedIn Coach: The AI Hub for Professionals to Enhance Their Skills Meme Copyrights: Activision and Anthony Fantano's TikTok Duet in Legal Battle
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TikTok takes on Twitter, Twitter Goes X, Roblox Pays Up and much more!
07/28/2023
TikTok takes on Twitter, Twitter Goes X, Roblox Pays Up and much more!
Hey there listeners, it's Jim Louderback and Renee Teeley here with another episode of The Creator Feed. Today, we're talking about TikTok's launch of text posts, Roblox's $800M payout to creators, and Twitter's rebranding to X and the chaos that ensued. We also chat about how younger consumers prefer creator brands over traditional ones, the rise of 24/7 streaming, and the hilarious GLORBO prank pulled by Reddit players. Don't miss out on this episode of The Creator Feed, and if you liked it, share it with your friends! Also we have some poems about this week’s top TikTok story - which we can now post ON TikTok! LIMERICK There once was a platform named TikTok, Where users danced and sang 'round the clock, But now text posts abound, A new trend has been found, And the Twittersphere is totally in shock! HAIKU TikTok dances cease, Text posts now take center stage, New trend takes its place. LINKS: TikTok's Latest Update: Say Hello to Text Posts 📝 Roblox to Pay Out $800M to Creators 💰 The Death of the Bird and Birth of 'X' – A Twitter Rebrand Story 🤔🦅 Younger Consumers Prefer Creator Brands Over Traditional Brands 🙌🏼 T 24/7 Streaming: The New Trend for Creators? 📹 Twitch Linus Tech Tips 24/7 - Preston 24/7 - M from The Publish Press Is Glorbo the Next Big Thing? Reddit Players Prank the Gaming World 🎮
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Facebook's Latest Video Features: What You Need to Know, plus Threads backlash and Twitter’s new Fund!
07/21/2023
Facebook's Latest Video Features: What You Need to Know, plus Threads backlash and Twitter’s new Fund!
Hey there listeners, it's Jim Louderback and Renee Teeley here with another episode of The Creator Feed. Today, we're talking about Facebook's new video experience, Twitter paying creators from its brand-new $5M fund, and YouTube's inclusivity surveys and new title suggestion feature. We also dive into different business models for creators, including M&A, investing in creators, and accelerating creators. Plus, we chat about MrBeast's partnership with Scopely for the video game Stumble Guys and the inevitable backlash against Threads. Don't miss this episode of The Creator Feed! LINKS: Facebook unveils new video experience and features! 📺👀 Twitter pays creators out of a $5M fund - find out who's winning big! 💰💻 YouTube's inclusivity surveys and new title suggestion feature - what you need to know! ✅📝 Business models for creators - which one will help you make bank? 💰💡 Stumble Guys meets MrBeast - what happens next will shock you! 😱👀 Instagram's new changes - is it time to say goodbye to the Threads app? 📉👋 .
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The Latest on Threads, plus TikTok Music and Monetization and the Mouse that Roared.
07/14/2023
The Latest on Threads, plus TikTok Music and Monetization and the Mouse that Roared.
Hey there podcast listeners, it's Jim Louderback and Renee Teeley here with another episode of The Creator Feed. In this episode, we talk about the arrival of Threads, the latest social media app with over 100M sign-ups in the first week, while Twitter threatens to sue Meta over its alleged theft of trade secrets. We also discuss why celebrity podcasting isn't working and TikTok's latest monetization scheme, which has creators working for free. Plus, Twitch is launching a new Stories feature and Discover Feed, while Ironmouse becomes one of the biggest streamers on the platform. Tune in to know what's going on in the creator economy and what it means!. LINKS: THREADS Takes Social Media by Storm with Over 100M Sign-Ups in First Week Celebrity Podcasting Fails to Impress TikTok Launches Premium-Only Music Streaming Service TikTok's Latest Monetization Scheme: Creators to Create Free Brand Videos on Spec Twitch Launches Stories Feature and Discover Feed Ironmouse Emerges as One of the Biggest Twitch Streamers
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FTC Crackdown on Endorsements: What Creators Need to Know - plus YouTube’s HUGE ad fail, TikTok goes CRAZY and much more.
07/07/2023
FTC Crackdown on Endorsements: What Creators Need to Know - plus YouTube’s HUGE ad fail, TikTok goes CRAZY and much more.
On this week’s episode of The Creator Feed we're bringing you the latest news and trends in the creator economy, starting with the FTC cracking down on endorsements - changing its policy for the first time in 14 years - and YouTube's ad problems. We've also got some exciting news for TikTok fans – they're launching a retail operation in the US! But it's not all sunshine and rainbows, as Shein is under fire for unfair working conditions and forced labor, and their influencers might be in hot water too. We'll also take a break from the serious stuff and show you how the Cannes set makes lip-sync parody videos. Go behind the news, stay up to date and have fun! Don't miss this one! LINKS: FTC Releases New Rules for Influencers YouTube's Ad Problems: How Your Favorite Creators Are Affected Nobody wants to pay for premium and get swill. TikTok Goes Retail: What You Need to Know About Their New Shop The Dark Side of Influencer Junkets: Revealing the Truth About SHEIN Meta Launches Twitter Competitor App - Will It Take Off? I'm Still Branding: The Viral TikTok Video From Cannes
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YouTube's Latest Updates: A/B Testing, AI Dubbing, and Impersonation Policies - What You Need to Know - Plus VidCon wrap-up and TikTok shakeup!
06/30/2023
YouTube's Latest Updates: A/B Testing, AI Dubbing, and Impersonation Policies - What You Need to Know - Plus VidCon wrap-up and TikTok shakeup!
Hey there! This week's Creator Feed episode is jam-packed with the latest updates and trends from the creator economy. YouTube is testing AI dubbing and A/B thumbnail testing, while Renee and Jim wrap up VidCon by discussing changing business models, how fandom is evolving and talk a little Cannes too.. They also explore how LinkedIn is testing an AI post generator - do we really need this - and that Instagram is allowing users to download public reels. Plus, we bid farewell to V Pappas as she steps down as COO of VidCon. Don't miss out on all the juicy details - tune in to the Creator Feed now! LINKS: YouTube's Latest Updates: A/B Testing, AI Dubbing, and Impersonation Policies VidCon 2023 Wrap-Up Evan Shapiro wraps up his spring of conferences LinkedIn's New AI Post Generator: Say Goodbye to Writer's Block Don't Trust TikTok? Reid Duchscher's Warning to Creators Night CEO Reed Duchscher shares concerns IG Allows Users to Download Public Reels - Here's How Breaking News: V Pappas Steps Down as COO of YouTube
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Meta Charts the Future of AI-Generated Audio and Text-to-Speech, plus Reddit Woes, VidCon Secrets, TikTok Truths and Much More
06/24/2023
Meta Charts the Future of AI-Generated Audio and Text-to-Speech, plus Reddit Woes, VidCon Secrets, TikTok Truths and Much More
On this episode of The Creator Feed, we cover the latest news and trends in the creator economy. Meta announces Voicebox, an AI model for generating audio and text to speech, while Reddit repeats history by angering its power users and mods with product changes. We also discuss YouTube's best practices for shoppable live streams, the scheduling conflict between VidCon and Cannes, and LinkedIn's removal of carousels, profile videos, and embedded links. Plus, we delve into TikTok's new initiative, TikTok Truths, aimed at setting the record straight about information collection and usage. Stay tuned for all the latest updates and insights in the creator economy! LINKS: 1. "Meta's Voicebox: The Future of AI-Generated Audio and Text-to-Speech" 2. "Reddit's Latest Move: Is it the Beginning of the End for the Platform's Power Users?" 3. "YouTube's Shoppable Live Stream: How to Sell Without Being Salesy" 4. "TikTok's Truths: What the Platform Wants You to Know About Your Data"
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YouTube Partner Program Changes - Good or Bad, Plus A Twitchstorm, Funding Woes, Shorts Updates and much more!
06/16/2023
YouTube Partner Program Changes - Good or Bad, Plus A Twitchstorm, Funding Woes, Shorts Updates and much more!
On this episode of The Creator Feed, we cover the latest news and trends in the creator economy. YouTube is changing its eligibility criteria for Partner Program access, making it easier for creators to apply and access fan funding features. Meanwhile, Twitch upsets creators with its latest anti-creator announcement, and funding for creator economy startups has declined by 86% over the last two years. We also discuss updates on Shorts monetization and TikTok's new AI ad script generator tool. Plus, we delve into the controversial topic of Baby Gronk, Baby Diggs, and Livvy in the context of NIL. Tune in for all the latest updates and insights in the creator economy! Sign up for The Creator Feed Newsletter for additional insight into the creator economy! STORY LINKS: 1. YouTube's New Partner Program Changes: What You Need to Know 2. Twitch Upsets Creators Again: Will They Learn from Their Mistakes? 3. Creator Economy Startups Struggling to Secure Funding: Is the Bubble Bursting? ($) 4. The State of Shorts: Monetization, Growth, and Cannibalization Matt Koval - 5. TikTok Unveils AI Ad Script Generator Tool: A Game-Changer for Businesses? 6. Baby Gronk, Baby Diggs, and Livvy: The Future of the Creator Economy? Jim
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Creator Updates: Emma Chamberlain, Jake Paul, Yes Theory, and MrBeast Make Moves, plus TikTok Tako and 4 Ways Apple’s VR Headset Could Benefit Creators
06/09/2023
Creator Updates: Emma Chamberlain, Jake Paul, Yes Theory, and MrBeast Make Moves, plus TikTok Tako and 4 Ways Apple’s VR Headset Could Benefit Creators
On this episode of The Creator Feed, we cover the latest news and trends in the creator economy. Emma Chamberlain raises more funds for Chamberlain Coffee, while Jake Paul becomes a playable video game character. Yes Theory releases their feature-length film, and MrBeast pitches a game show concept to various streaming services. We also discuss the emerging effort to bring creators together for collective advocacy with CREATORS.ORG and the strikes from top League of Legends players and journalists covering the industry. Plus, YouTube changes its election misinformation policy, and we delve into AI chatbots on TikTok and Snapchat. Lastly, Apple announces a mixed reality headset - which *might* change the creator world - and Instagram's Adam Mosseri explains how the platform's ranking algorithms work. Tune in for all the latest updates and insights in the creator economy! The Creator Feed Newsletter: Sign up ! Creators Making Moves – Emma Chamberlain, Jake Paul, Yes Theory, and MrBeast Collective Action Comes to the Creator Economy.. YouTube Changes Its Election Misformation Policy AI ChatBots and Top Creator Platforms Apple Announces Mixed Reality Headset ($3500 Yikes!) - on Apple’s Launch More Transparency on Algorithms - this time from instagram's Adam Mosseri Adam Mosseri on
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Kajabi’s New Creator Products, Academic Research, The Sidemen Restaurants, YouTube Algorithm Insights, and Much More!
06/03/2023
Kajabi’s New Creator Products, Academic Research, The Sidemen Restaurants, YouTube Algorithm Insights, and Much More!
In this episode of The Creator Feed, hosts Jim Louderback and Renee Teeley cover the latest news and trends in the creator economy.There's a lot to catch up on! Kajabi has announced new products to help creators create and sell their content, YouTube has changed its algorithm to focus on satisfaction, the Sidemen are expanding their restaurant chain, academics have published a study on the creator economy, and Insider has released a list of top creator economy experts. So sit back, relax, and listen to The Creator Feed for all the latest news and trends. So what are you waiting for? Tune in to The Creator Feed for all the latest news and trends in the creator economy. Kajabi has announced new products to help creators create and sell their content, including Kajabi Creator Studio, Kajabi Payments, and Branded Mobile Apps. YouTube is changing its algorithm to focus on satisfaction, rather than watchtime. This means that creators will need to focus on creating high-quality content that keeps viewers engaged. The Sidemen are expanding their restaurant chain with 10 new locations. The Sidemen are a group of British YouTubers who have over 100 million subscribers combined. Academics have published a study on the creator economy. The study found that the creator economy is a growing industry that is worth billions of dollars. Insider has released a list of top creator economy experts. YouTube shuts down stories. Should anyone care? Phil Ranta is sad WTF and good riddance
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The Last Best Place Bans TikTok &- YouTube's Incredible Economic Impact Revealed
05/26/2023
The Last Best Place Bans TikTok &- YouTube's Incredible Economic Impact Revealed
In this episode of The Creator Feed, hosts Jim Louderback and Renee Teeley cover the latest news and trends in the creator economy. They discuss TikTok's legal battle with Montana over a statewide ban and YouTube's 2022 economic impact report, revealing a $35 billion contribution to the US economy and creating 390,000 jobs in its “creative ecosystem.” They also explore Adobe's new Gen AI features in Photoshop, Sony's AI-powered ZV-E1 vlogging camera, and the rise of virtual girlfriends. Lastly, they reveal Instagram's upcoming Twitter clone, set to feature a centralized feed, 500 character max, photos, and videos up to five minutes long, and the same community guidelines as Instagram. Join them as they explore the latest trends and news in the creator economy. LINKS: TikTok Sues Montana Over Ban YouTube Impact Report 2022 to ad blockers Adobe Launches Gen AI Features in Photoshop AI Replicated Creators Are Now a Thing Sony’s New AI-Powered Camera Features Uses Biometric Data Instagram's Twitter clone due out soon - maybe even in June!
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TikTok’s New Creator Fund, Meta Paying Creators for Views, Pinterest Unifying the Creator Experience, and More!
05/18/2023
TikTok’s New Creator Fund, Meta Paying Creators for Views, Pinterest Unifying the Creator Experience, and More!
Welcome to The Creator Feed, where we bring you the latest news and trends in the creator economy. In this episode, we discuss TikTok's latest initiative to reward creators for high-performing effects with the Effect Creator Rewards fund, which offers payments to creators based on the community's engagement with their effects. We also talk about Meta's plan for creator pay, which will be based on views rather than revenue share, and Pinterest's updates, which simplify the workflow for creators and allow them to include features like music, text overlay, and stickers to their Pins. We also caution against trusting research from just anyone, and discuss Twitch's new Clip Editor, which allows streamers to make clips of their long-form content and turn it into shareable short vertical videos. Finally, we cover the highlights of Google IO, which focused on AI and included new features in Google Docs and Gmail, as well as AI music generation with BARD for All. Join us as we explore these topics and more. LINKS: Twitch Fund for Effects Meta’s New Creator Payment Plans Pinterest Simplifies Pins Twitch Clip Editor Beware Non significant Research Google IO Highlights a bear hug to AI TikTok, Reddit and (more) YouTube to search The funniest corporate speech ever
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Clap On, Clap Off, A Tale of Two Upfronts - Plus new TikTok Transgressions
05/12/2023
Clap On, Clap Off, A Tale of Two Upfronts - Plus new TikTok Transgressions
In this episode of The Creator Feed, hosts Jim Louderback and Renee Teeley cover the latest news and trends in the creator economy. They start by discussing Clapper, a new short-form app aimed at older generations with a surprisingly controversial past. The hosts also discuss YouTube's introduction of Shorts to its Video Reach Campaigns and Select options - and TikTok's expansion of Pulse to give brands access to videos from trusted partners. They also touch on YouTube's new feature for expiring community posts and the option to tag and pin products to live streams on mobile devices. Additionally, they talk about TikTok's efforts to sort out deep fakes and the breakdown of jobs posted on YTjobs. Finally, they discuss Forbes' discovery of the sensitive words list used by ByteDance, which includes TikTok-related words. LINKS: Clapper, the TikTok style app for old folks - on the launch from a few years ago A Tale of Two Upfronts Still just a $.04 CPV YouTube Updates: Expiring Posts & Tag Products On Mobile for Live Streams explains what’s new Sorting Out Deep Fakes: Tiktok to add Jim’s Paddy Galloway shared a breakdown of jobs posted to YTjobs Bytedance sensitive words list - include TikTok words. Not a good look - includes TikTok-specific phrases.
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Amazon Takes on TikTok with New Inspire Feature & Skeeting and Tweeting in the Clubhouse
05/05/2023
Amazon Takes on TikTok with New Inspire Feature & Skeeting and Tweeting in the Clubhouse
In this episode of The Creator Feed, hosts Jim Louderback and Renee Teeley cover a range of topics in the creator economy. They discuss Amazon's new short video and photo feed feature called Inspire, which includes links to tagged products, and Twitter's new competitor, BlueSky, from Jack Dorsey. They also touch on Snapchat's Snap Star Collab Studio, a turn-key end-to-end service for brands to partner with Snap Stars, and YouTube's continuing decline in ad revenue. Finally, they highlight an exciting breakthrough in AI generative art with Stable Diffusion's latest experiment, Deep Floyd, which intelligently renders words and images. Tune in to stay up to date on the latest trends and news in the creator space. LINKS: Amazon Launched A TikTok Competitor Called Inspire Inspire: Skeeting and Tweeting in the clubhouse Snapchat Launched Snap Star Collab Studio Ad Pullback Continues: Ad revenue was down 2.6% from last year’s 2nd quarter But higher Reels views Meta was up 3% YoY YouTube’s ‘Sort by Oldest’ is Back! (soon) TEXT in Stable Diffusion! Jim’s sample images:
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The Tale of Two Summits - TikTok at The Information and YouTube at the International Journalism Festival - plus VidIQ, Grimes, Instagram and more!
04/28/2023
The Tale of Two Summits - TikTok at The Information and YouTube at the International Journalism Festival - plus VidIQ, Grimes, Instagram and more!
In this episode of The Creator Feed, hosts Jim Louderback and Renee Teeley cover highlights from The Information’s Creator Economy Summit, including TikTok's approach to e-commerce and live shopping. They also discuss YouTube's new Product Drops feature, AI-generated content, and vidIQ's new AI content generator for YouTube. Additionally, they explore YouTube’s insight on how Shorts content really works from a session at the International Journalism Festival. Also they touch on Instagram's new feature allowing up to five links in a user's bio and whether it spells the end for Linktree. The episode ends with a discussion on the future of AI-generated content and whether it should be embraced or legislated against. LINKS: VidIQ Content Generator Shorts Updates from IJF and Beyond VIDEO CREATORS: PADDY GALLOWAY - YouTube’s New Product Drop Feature Instagram Now Allows 5 Link in Bio The Future of AI Content Creator Feed Hosts LIVE - Where to Find Us Renee - the in Cleveland May 1st - 3rd
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Pinterest Safer Spaces For Kids, Snap Grinding For Crystals, Meta’s Doxxing Creators, and Skeevy MCNs Will Never Die
04/22/2023
Pinterest Safer Spaces For Kids, Snap Grinding For Crystals, Meta’s Doxxing Creators, and Skeevy MCNs Will Never Die
In this episode, we discuss Pinterest's initiatives to ensure a safer environment for kids and teens with private accounts and no-contact without consent policies, Snap's innovative "crystals" monetization system for creators, and the effects of Meta's layoffs on creator support, emphasizing the need for trust and transparency. We also dive into the recent controversy involving YouTuber Ethan Klein and BBTV, highlighting the importance of vigilance in creator contracts, while exploring insights from the NAB event on AI integration in the Creator Economy. Additionally, we discuss the TikTok ban in Montana and its implications for the platform's future. There’s never a dull moment in the creator economy! LINKS: A Safer Pinterest Experience For Kids Snap's Crystals: A New Way To Earn Meta Changes BBTV Controversy Montana Bans Tiktok
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The White House’s Key Platform for 2024: TikTok! + Twitter's Uneasy Truce with Substack: Who Got Screwed?
04/14/2023
The White House’s Key Platform for 2024: TikTok! + Twitter's Uneasy Truce with Substack: Who Got Screwed?
In this episode of The Creator Feed, co-hosts Jim Louderback and Renee Teeley discuss the latest news and trends in the creator economy. They cover how the White House is tapping into TikTok and Instagram as key platforms for political campaigning, Twitter's new feud with Substack, YouTube's new "For You" tab, and the democratization of auto-cutting, clipping, and reposting video through AI. They also discuss PewDiePie's latest money loop hack on Twitch. Tune in to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in the creator economy. LINKS: White House Taps TikTok for Political Campaign Amidst Potential TikTok Ban TWITTER vs. SUBSTACK YouTube Quietly Added A "For You" Tab Auto-Cutting and Reposting Via AI Opus Clip Bigroom.tv Garbage Day: On Bait: Snap And AI PewDiePie Wins Twitch on Twitch. Creator Feed Hosts LIVE - Where to Find Us Renee and Jim: - April 17 and 18 Las Vegas Renee - the in Cleveland May 1st - 3rd Jim - - April 21-24 Perugia Italy
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The Next Killer App from Bytedance, Americans Are Mostly OK with a TikTok Ban and Much More
04/06/2023
The Next Killer App from Bytedance, Americans Are Mostly OK with a TikTok Ban and Much More
This week’s episode of the Creator Feed Renee Teeley and Jim Louderback discuss the rise of Lemon8, a new video and photo-sharing social media platform from Bytedance that has been described as a blend of Instagram and Pinterest. We also talk about Pew Research's latest study on TikTok, which found that only 22% of Americans oppose a TikTok ban. We also explore the UK's recent fine of TikTok for violating data privacy rules for kids under 13, and Wired's latest article on the failure of live-streamed shopping in the West. Finally, we talk about Whaler's new venture studio, Moby Ventures, which will help creators build businesses. LINKS: Lemon8 App Topping The Charts In The Us Amid Potential Tiktok Ban PEW RESEARCH on TIKTOK BAN PEW Research: Colin and Samir: Today.Com: Digiday: https://digiday.com/marketing/when-it-comes-to-tiktok-some-marketers-proceed-with-caution/ TikTok Fined $16M For Violating UK’s Data Privacy Rules For Kids Under 13 Live-streamed Shopping is a Dud in the West: Wired: Whaler Launches Moby Ventures To Help Creators Build Businesses. The Crash of Faze Clan - from Reed from Night Media Creator Feed Hosts LIVE - Where to Find Us Renee and Jim: - April 17 and 18 Las Vegas Renee - the in Cleveland May 1st - 3rd Jim - - April 21-24 Perugia Italy
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