YouTube Creators Hub: Master Online Video
Introducing the YouTube Creators Hub podcast - your ultimate destination for taking your YouTube channel to new heights, whether for business or personal growth! Join our host, Dusty Porter - a certified YouTube expert with a wealth of knowledge - as he delves into the fascinating world of online video creation every week. Dusty sits down with an exceptional YouTube Creator in each episode to explore their unique journey and share invaluable insights, strategies, and tips. If you're looking for practical guidance, inspiring stories, and expert tutorials, look no further than the YouTube Creators Hub podcast. Get ready to elevate your YouTube game!
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How Roberto Blake Thinks About YouTube in 2025 — Short-Form, AI, and Creator Longevity
04/18/2025
How Roberto Blake Thinks About YouTube in 2025 — Short-Form, AI, and Creator Longevity
This week, I’m joined once again by my friend and one of the most insightful voices in the YouTube space, Roberto Blake. This is his fourth time on the show — and easily the most thought-provoking yet. We dive into: Why creators should rethink their obsession with going viral How Roberto’s 12-week “YouTube Night School” is empowering small creators The difference between attention and value — and why money doesn’t always follow views Evergreen vs. topical content: How to win long-term Why packaging (title, thumbnail, timing) is everything AI’s real impact on the creator economy — and what to do about it Whether you’re just starting or deep in the YouTube trenches, this episode will sharpen your mindset and strategy. What We Offer Creators . A place to gather with other creators every single day. This provides access to Our Private Discord Server, Monthly Mastermind Group, and MORE! Each week I document what I'm doing in my business and creative journey, share new things I've discovered, mistakes I've made, and much more! 🔗 Resources Mentioned in the Episode 🎓 Awesome Creator Academy – Roberto’s coaching platform and home of the 12-week YouTube Night School 👉 📘 Roberto Blake’s Book – “Create Something Awesome” 👉 https://geni.us/Jf3J 📹 Roberto Blake on YouTube 👉 🎙️ Roberto’s “How to Use Copyright Music on YouTube” Tutorial (referenced as a prime example of evergreen content) 👉 📥 The Creator’s Corner Membership 👉 https://www.dustyporter.com/creatorcommunities 💡 YouTube Creators Hub Coaching Services 👉 📨 Entrepreneur’s Minute Newsletter 👉 BEST TOOLS FOR CREATORS and ENTREPRENEURS: YouTube Optimization (Creative Fuel): Hire Freelancers and Artists (Fiverr): Podcast Hosting (Libsyn): GeniusLink Link Shortener: Stock Assets For Creators (Envato): E-commerce (Shopify): Podcast Recording and Editing (Riverside.FM) My YouTube Film Gear: 🎥 Camera: 🎙️ Microphone: 🎤 Audio Interface: 🎧 Headphones: Follow The Show: /// /// /// About Roberto: Roberto Blake is a creative entrepreneur, YouTube educator, and founder of Awesome Creator Academy. With over 600K subscribers and a bestselling book (Create Something Awesome), he helps creators grow their audience, monetize their content, and build sustainable online businesses. Request a Guest To Come On The Podcast:
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From Travel Vlogs to Family Life: Lloyd & Mandy’s YouTube Evolution
04/11/2025
From Travel Vlogs to Family Life: Lloyd & Mandy’s YouTube Evolution
In this week’s episode, Dusty is joined once again by Lloyd from the Lloyd & Mandy YouTube channel — and a lot has changed since their last appearance! From full-time travel vlogging across Southeast Asia and the U.S. to settling down in Thailand with their newborn baby, Lloyd shares how their channel evolved through seasons of life. What We Offer Creators . A place to gather with other creators every single day. This provides access to Our Private Discord Server, Monthly Mastermind Group, and MORE! Each week I document what I'm doing in my business and creative journey, share new things I've discovered, mistakes I've made, and much more! Resources Mentioned During The Episode • Lloyd & Mandy’s Community (Skoool Platform): • YouTube Tool Mentioned: • Creator Shoutout from Lloyd: BEST TOOLS FOR CREATORS and ENTREPRENEURS: YouTube Optimization (Creative Fuel): Hire Freelancers and Artists (Fiverr): Podcast Hosting (Libsyn): GeniusLink Link Shortener: Stock Assets For Creators (Envato): E-commerce (Shopify): Podcast Recording and Editing (Riverside.FM) My YouTube Film Gear: 🎥 Camera: 🎙️ Microphone: 🎤 Audio Interface: 🎧 Headphones: Follow The Show: /// /// /// About Lloyd and Mandy: We're Lloyd and Mandy. We started full-time travel vlogging in November 2021, travelling all through East Asia and Sri Lanka, Mexico, and 6 months of RV life in the United States, Fast-forward three and a half years, and a lot has changed! We’ve settled in Thailand, welcomed our baby daughter into the world, and continued growing our YouTube channel, which has now reached nearly 120,000 subscribers. Our content has evolved to focus more on family-oriented travel and lifestyle, and it's been an exciting transition. Connect With Lloyd and Mandy Here: /// /// Request a Guest To Come On The Podcast:
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$15K/Month from YouTube Without a Massive Team: Jenny’s Playbook
04/04/2025
$15K/Month from YouTube Without a Massive Team: Jenny’s Playbook
In this week’s episode, I sit down with full-time content creator Jenny Mitich, who turned a lifestyle vlog into a booming YouTube channel built around the carnivore diet. We dive into how she scaled her content, found her niche, landed brand sponsorships, and manages to juggle it all while raising twins! Whether you’re just starting or looking to monetize smarter, this one is packed with practical tips and inspiration. What We Offer Creators . A place to gather with other creators every single day. This provides access to Our Private Discord Server, Monthly Mastermind Group, and MORE! Each week I document what I'm doing in my business and creative journey, share new things I've discovered, mistakes I've made, and much more! Resources Mentioned During The Episode – for hiring YouTube editors and freelancers – Jenny’s camera for high-quality video – for audio recording – file-sharing with her editor Apple Notes – Jenny’s go-to for scripting and content planning BEST TOOLS FOR CREATORS and ENTREPRENEURS: YouTube Optimization (Creative Fuel): Hire Freelancers and Artists (Fiverr): Podcast Hosting (Libsyn): GeniusLink Link Shortener: Stock Assets For Creators (Envato): E-commerce (Shopify): Podcast Recording and Editing (Riverside.FM) My YouTube Film Gear: 🎥 Camera: 🎙️ Microphone: 🎤 Audio Interface: 🎧 Headphones: Follow The Show: /// /// /// About Jenny: Jenny Mitich used the Carnivore Diet to lose over 50 pounds and has passed along what shelearned to help thousands of people transition to the Carnivore lifestyle. She is a long-term Carnivore and full-time content creator who is passionate about helping people take charge of their metabolic health. She believes that people should know their numbers and empowers them to do so with her educational Carnivore content and engaging N of 1 experiments. Her new book Complete Carnivore will be released in September 2025. Jenny resides in the Chicagoland area with her husband, Goran, and twin sons, Max and Harry. She enjoys reading, traveling the world, and devouring ribeyes. Connect With Jenny Here: /// /// Request a Guest To Come On The Podcast:
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Why Adding Video to Your Website Changes Everything | Forrest's Creator Story
03/28/2025
Why Adding Video to Your Website Changes Everything | Forrest's Creator Story
Join us for this week's episode of the YouTube Creators Hub podcast as Dusty interviews Forrest Baum, the creator of the Teach Me Personal Finance YouTube channel. Forrest shares his journey from transitioning out of the military to helping people better understand financial matters. Learn how he built his channel and website, monetizes his content, and how his simplistic approach to video production has resonated with his audience. Dusty and Forrest discuss website acquisition, the importance of knowing your audience, and future plans for growth. What We Offer Creators . A place to gather with other creators every single day. This provides access to Our Private Discord Server, Monthly Mastermind Group, and MORE! Each week I document what I'm doing in my business and creative journey, share new things I've discovered, mistakes I've made, and much more! BEST TOOLS FOR CREATORS and ENTREPRENEURS: YouTube Optimization (Creative Fuel): Hire Freelancers and Artists (Fiverr): Podcast Hosting (Libsyn): GeniusLink Link Shortener: Stock Assets For Creators (Envato): E-commerce (Shopify): Podcast Recording and Editing (Riverside.FM) My YouTube Film Gear: 🎥 Camera: 🎙️ Microphone: 🎤 Audio Interface: 🎧 Headphones: Follow The Show: /// /// /// About Forrest: Forrest Baumhover is a retired military officer, Certified Financial Planner, and tax professional. Connect With Forrest Here: /// Request a Guest To Come On The Podcast:
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The Power of Community in YouTube Growth: Sandra’s Creator Story
03/21/2025
The Power of Community in YouTube Growth: Sandra’s Creator Story
In this episode of the YouTube Creators Hub podcast, host Dusty Porter interviews Sandra Di, known as Sandra Dee on YouTube. Sandra shares her journey from being a full-time engineer to a successful content creator, discussing the challenges she faced, her growth strategies, and the importance of community support. She emphasizes the significance of consistency and quality in content creation, explores various monetization strategies, and provides insights into approaching sponsorships. Sandra also reflects on her decision to pursue content creation full-time and her future goals, including launching a digital course to help others achieve their entrepreneurial dreams. What We Offer Creators . A place to gather with other creators every single day. This provides access to Our Private Discord Server, Monthly Mastermind Group, and MORE! Each week I document what I'm doing in my business and creative journey, share new things I've discovered, mistakes I've made, and much more! BEST TOOLS FOR CREATORS and ENTREPRENEURS: YouTube Optimization (Creative Fuel): Hire Freelancers and Artists (Fiverr): Podcast Hosting (Libsyn): GeniusLink Link Shortener: Stock Assets For Creators (Envato): E-commerce (Shopify): Podcast Recording and Editing (Riverside.FM) My YouTube Film Gear: 🎥 Camera: 🎙️ Microphone: 🎤 Audio Interface: 🎧 Headphones: Follow The Show: /// /// /// About Sandra: I started my YouTube channel in 2020 sharing graphic design tutorials and tips on how to sell digital products. I was still working as a full-time engineer so this was more of a side hustle. In just over 1 year, I reached 100k subscribers and had my first brand deal. In just under 2 years, my YouTube channel was generating more income than my full-time job. I recently quit my job in January 2025 to officially pursue content creation full-time. Connect With Sandra Here: /// Request a Guest To Come On The Podcast: Key Takeaways From The Interview With Sandra Started her YouTube channel during the pandemic in 2020. Faced challenges with camera presence and technical issues. Community support was crucial for her growth. Focused on less saturated topics for initial content. Emphasized the importance of analytics in content strategy. Quality of content is more important than quantity. Utilizes multiple revenue streams including AdSense and sponsorships. Approaches sponsorships by highlighting audience engagement. Transitioned to full-time content creation after proving income stability. Aims to help others leave unfulfilling jobs through her content.
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How YouTube’s Algorithm Really Works & How to Use It to Your Advantage With Nate Muri
03/14/2025
How YouTube’s Algorithm Really Works & How to Use It to Your Advantage With Nate Muri
In this episode of the YouTube Creators Hub Podcast, we dive deep into how YouTube’s algorithm actually works and what you need to do to get your videos in front of the right audience. Nate and Dusty discuss the common mistake many creators make—confusing the algorithm—and how it affects video reach. Plus, Dusty shares some big updates about the podcast and what’s next for the show! What We Offer Creators . A place to gather with other creators every single day. This provides access to Our Private Discord Server, Monthly Mastermind Group, and MORE! : Each week I document what I'm doing in my business and creative journey, share new things I've discovered, mistakes I've made, and much more! BEST TOOLS FOR CREATORS and ENTREPRENEURS: YouTube Optimization (Creative Fuel): Hire Freelancers and Artists (Fiverr): Podcast Hosting (Libsyn): GeniusLink Link Shortener: Stock Assets For Creators (Envato): E-commerce (Shopify): Podcast Recording and Editing (Riverside.FM) My YouTube Film Gear: 🎥 Camera: 🎙️ Microphone: 🎤 Audio Interface: 🎧 Headphones: Follow The Show: /// /// /// About Nate: I teach people how to grow their own food using ancient techniques that enrich the land instead of depleting it. Connect With Nate Here: Request a Guest To Come On The Podcast:
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Growing Organic Traffic: Anthony Gallo on Transforming Paid Ad Success into YouTube Growth
03/07/2025
Growing Organic Traffic: Anthony Gallo on Transforming Paid Ad Success into YouTube Growth
Join us on this episode of the YouTube Creators Hub podcast where host Dusty Porter interviews Anthony Gallo, co-founder of . Anthony shares his journey from starting with zero audience in 2020 to building a thriving business with over 150,000 customers worldwide. Discover insights on overcoming imposter syndrome, the importance of niching down, and the strategies that helped Anthony's YouTube channel grow to 353,000 subscribers. Learn about the key tools and techniques for mobile filmmaking, monetization through digital products, and the value of focus in building a successful YouTube business. What We Offer Creators . A place to gather with other creators every single day. This provides access to Our Private Discord Server, Monthly Mastermind Group, and MORE! Each week I document what I'm doing in my business and creative journey, share new things I've discovered, mistakes I've made, and much more! BEST TOOLS FOR CREATORS and ENTREPRENEURS: YouTube Optimization (Creative Fuel): Hire Freelancers and Artists (Fiverr): Podcast Hosting (Libsyn): GeniusLink Link Shortener: Stock Assets For Creators (Envato): Ecommerce (Shopify): Podcast Recording and Editing (Riverside.FM) My YouTube Film Gear: 🎥 Camera: 🎙️ Microphone: 🎤 Audio Interface: 🎧 Headphones: Follow The Show: /// /// /// About Anthony: Anthony is the Co-founder of - where they've built courses, tools, marketplaces, and software with over 150,000 customers worldwide. Having started with ZERO audience in 2020, Anthony grew the business through organic youtube content and highly converting paid ad funnels. Anthony loves helping beginner creators hone their skills and learn the most efficient and effective monetization strategies. Anthony is also the co-owner of a chain of car washes where they use content creation to market and grow the businesses extremely fast. Connect With Anthony Here: /// /// Request a Guest To Come On The Podcast:
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A Conversation With One Of YouTubes First Employees Ryan Carey
02/28/2025
A Conversation With One Of YouTubes First Employees Ryan Carey
In this episode of the YouTube Creators Hub podcast, host Dusty Porter speaks with Ryan Carey, CEO of Better On and one of YouTube's earliest team members. They discuss Ryan's journey from working at YouTube during its early days to founding Better On, a company focused on helping individuals enhance their presence and communication skills through video. The conversation delves into the importance of authenticity, building trust with audiences, and overcoming self-doubt as a creator. Ryan shares valuable insights on how to connect with audiences and the significance of self-awareness in the creative process. What We Offer Creators . A place to gather with other creators every single day. This provides you access to Our Private Discord Server, Monthly Mastermind Group, and MORE! Each week I document what I'm doing in my business and creative journey, share new things I've discovered, mistakes I've made, and much more! BEST TOOLS FOR CREATORS and ENTREPRENEURS: YouTube Optimization (Creative Fuel): Hire Freelancers and Artists (Fiverr): Podcast Hosting (Libsyn): GeniusLink Link Shortener: Stock Assets For Creators (Envato): Ecommerce (Shopify): Podcast Recording and Editing (Riverside.FM) My YouTube Film Gear: 🎥 Camera: 🎙️ Microphone: 🎤 Audio Interface: 🎧 Headphones: Follow The Show: /// /// /// About Ryan: Ryan Carey is the CEO behind BetterOn, a company dedicated to helping leaders and professionals build authentic presence on video, in person, and across workplaces. A pioneer in the video space, he was one of YouTube’s earliest team members, witnessing firsthand the platform’s explosive growth and transformative power. After his own journey as a YouTube content creator, Ryan launched BetterOn in 2014, combining his unique insights into video with a mission to elevate workplace communication. Forward thinking companies like Google, IBM, Deloitte, and Red Hat use BetterOn to invest in their high potential people. Connect With Ryan Here: /// /// Request a Guest To Come On The Podcast:
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Beyond Metrics: Building a YouTube Brand with Leroy Ter Braak
02/21/2025
Beyond Metrics: Building a YouTube Brand with Leroy Ter Braak
In this episode, Dusty Porter interviews Leroy, a YouTube strategist with extensive experience in helping creators grow their channels. They discuss the day-to-day responsibilities of a strategist, common challenges faced by creators, the importance of storytelling, viewer retention, and effective monetization strategies. Leroy emphasizes the need for a solid plan, an understanding of the audience, and the significance of branding and packaging in achieving success on YouTube. What We Offer Creators . A place to gather with other creators every single day. This provides you access to Our Private Discord Server, Monthly Mastermind Group, and MORE! Each week I document what I'm doing in my business and creative journey, share new things I've discovered, mistakes I've made, and much more! BEST TOOLS FOR CREATORS and ENTREPRENEURS: YouTube Optimization (Creative Fuel): Hire Freelancers and Artists (Fiverr): Podcast Hosting (Libsyn): GeniusLink Link Shortener: Stock Assets For Creators (Envato): Ecommerce (Shopify): Podcast Recording and Editing (Riverside.FM) My YouTube Film Gear: 🎥 Camera: 🎙️ Microphone: 🎤 Audio Interface: 🎧 Headphones: About Leroy: I'm Leroy, a YouTube Strategist. I've been doing YouTube since 2009, had my first success in 2012 and stopped focusing on my own channel full-time in 2019. By accident, I built a creative production agency off the back of the channel and worked with some awesome brands around the world from it. I came back to YouTube in 2022 as a strategist when I saw that it became an actual role and said goodbye to my businesses fully. Since then I have helped creators of all sizes monetize their channels with just one video, tripled subscriber counts in a matter of months, and garnered millions of views in the process. Now I work with established creators, entrepreneurs and other fun clients and think about YouTube all day! Follow The Show: /// /// /// Connect With Leroy Here: /// Request a Guest To Come On The Podcast: 00:00 Introduction to YouTube Metrics 00:31 Podcast Introduction and Sponsorship 01:16 Meet Leroy: YouTube Strategist 02:16 Day in the Life of a YouTube Strategist 03:47 Client Onboarding Process 05:53 Common Mistakes and Solutions for YouTube Creators 10:55 Success Stories and Case Studies 15:36 The Importance of Storytelling 19:48 Viewer Retention Strategies 20:28 Understanding YouTube Metrics 21:08 The Importance of Viewer Satisfaction 21:34 Home Feed and Subscriber Metrics 22:12 Knowing Your Ideal Viewer 22:57 Adapting Content to Viewer Preferences 24:04 Algorithm Evolution and Global Reach 25:34 Identifying and Refining Target Audience 27:28 Branding and Packaging Your Channel 32:13 Monetization Strategies for Creators 37:50 Passion-Driven Content Creation 39:46 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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100K Subscribers On YouTube In Just 4 Months With Rachel Allen
02/14/2025
100K Subscribers On YouTube In Just 4 Months With Rachel Allen
In this episode, Dusty Porter interviews Rachel Allen, a middle school band teacher who transitioned from TikTok to YouTube, sharing her journey of content creation, community building, and the challenges of engaging with students and audiences online. Rachel discusses her rapid growth on TikTok, the importance of consistency in content creation, and her strategies for repurposing content across platforms. She also reflects on the impact of her work on her students and the music education community, as well as her future aspirations as a creator. What We Offer Creators . A place to gather with other creators every single day. This provides you access to Our Private Discord Server, Monthly Mastermind Group, and MORE! Each week I document what I'm doing in my business and creative journey, share new things I've discovered, mistakes I've made, and much more! About Rachel: Rachel Allen is in her 20th year as a public school teacher, spending the majority of her career specializing in teaching middle school band. She started creating band content on in 2022 and has grown to almost 200K followers on Tiktok. In the fall of 2024, she started her YouTube channel specializing in short form content and has grown her subscriber count to just over 100K in just 4 months. Follow The Show: /// /// /// Connect With Rachel Here: /// Request a Guest To Come On The Podcast:
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How One Video Changed Everything: The YouTube Pivot That Led to Success
02/07/2025
How One Video Changed Everything: The YouTube Pivot That Led to Success
In this week's episode of the YouTube Creators Hub podcast, host Dusty Porter interviews Laryssa, the founder of the YouTube channel 'Beekeeping Made Simple.' Laryssa shares her inspiring journey of moving across the country to become a beekeeper and how she transitioned from podcasting to creating educational YouTube videos. She discusses her pivotal moments, strategies for success, including her focus on beginner beekeepers, and how she utilizes live streaming to foster a community. Laryssa also delves into her creative process, monetization strategies, and time management as a part-time creator and full-time mom. Join us for an insightful conversation on building a successful YouTube channel around a unique niche. About Laryssa: After feeling burnt out in a job she didn’t love, Laryssa leaped and moved across the country to become a beekeeper, learning from the ground up. Her journey—from losing her first hives to running a successful apiary in Hawaii and teaching beekeeping classes—has led her to found Beekeeping Made Simple. Her goal with Beekeeping Made Simple is to help others learn how to keep bees in a simple, sustainable way. What We Offer Creators . A place to gather with other creators every single day. This provides you access to Our Private Discord Server, Monthly Mastermind Group, and MORE! Each week I document what I'm doing in my business and creative journey, share new things I've discovered, mistakes I've made, and much more! Follow The Show: /// /// /// Connect With Laryssa Here: /// /// Request a Guest To Come On The Podcast:
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Mastering YouTube with AI & Short Form Content With Austin Armstrong
01/31/2025
Mastering YouTube with AI & Short Form Content With Austin Armstrong
In this episode of the YouTube Creators Hub podcast, host Dusty Porter sits down with digital marketer and content creator Austin Armstrong. They discuss strategies for growing a YouTube channel, leveraging short form and vertical video, and the importance of understanding your audience. Austin shares insights on employing AI tools to streamline content creation, building a personal brand, and monetizing through multiple channels beyond ad revenue. Stay tuned as they dive deep into the future of AI in content creation, monetization strategies, and much more. About Austin: Austin Armstrong is a lifelong digital marketer, public speaker, 2X 7-figure entrepreneur, Co-founder of AI Marketing World, an AI conference in Dallas, TX, and CEO of Syllaby, an AI startup that helps content creators create, schedule, and publish videos in minutes. Austin has posted over 5000 videos across every social media platform gaining him millions of followers and billions of organic views. He loves sharing what he's learned to help lift up other creators! Connect With Austin Here: /// /// Links Discussed In This Episode – Hire the right people for the jobs you need to make your YouTube life and workflow easier!
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How Brian Turned a Passion for Pokemon Into a YouTube Success Story
01/24/2025
How Brian Turned a Passion for Pokemon Into a YouTube Success Story
In this episode of the YouTube Creators Hub podcast, Dusty interviews Brian from the PokeNE YouTube channel. Brian shares his journey from Omaha, Nebraska, where he started numerous side hustles before finding success with a Pokemon card business. Initially flipping items on eBay, he transitioned to his now thriving business, which began during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2021. Discussing everything from his initial struggles to get his YouTube channel off the ground to focusing on a niche—Pokemon business content—Brian offers valuable insights on how being transparent and authentic helped him grow. He also discusses the relationship between his YouTube content and business sales, how he uses AI tools and the importance of consistency in content creation. Tune in to learn how Brian capitalized on viral videos and built a seven-figure business selling Pokemon cards. About Brian: My name is brian From omaha NE, im married to andea who has been pivotal in my success. I've always wanted to escape the “9-5” life and because of that ive started a ton of (failed) side hustles and businesses… flipping stuff on ebay over the years was the only thing working and gave me the capital to invest in my first and only true business- a pokemon card business. We started during covid im 2021 and provided cards directly from our suppliers in japan. Then we got partnered with english distributors and grew to 7-figure sales per year. I quit my cushy job in real estate, and never looked back Connect With Brian Here: /// /// Links Discussed In This Episode – Hire the right people for the jobs you need to make your YouTube life and workflow easier!
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Around the World in Videos: The Path to YouTube Success With Nick and Mathilde
01/17/2025
Around the World in Videos: The Path to YouTube Success With Nick and Mathilde
In this YouTube Creators Hub podcast episode, Dusty Porter is joined by Nick and Mathilde from the popular YouTube channel Next Meridian Expedition. They discuss the inception and growth of their channel, which documents their world travels in their Land Rover Defender, Albatross. Topics include their initial challenges in video creation, the importance of storytelling, overcoming roadblocks, and their unique monetization strategies through YouTube ads, partnerships, and Patreon. They also share insights on balancing travel and content creation, the significance of community engagement, and their plans for the channel as they continue their global journey. Connect With Nicolas & Mathilde Here: /// /// Links Discussed In This Episode – Hire the right people for the jobs you need to make your YouTube life and workflow easier!
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Sponsorships Simplified: Justin Moore's Ultimate Guide for Creators
01/10/2025
Sponsorships Simplified: Justin Moore's Ultimate Guide for Creators
In this episode of the YouTube Creators Hub podcast, host Dusty Porter speaks with Justin Moore, returning guest and author of 'Sponsor Magnet.' They delve into strategies for landing sponsorship deals, the importance of understanding your audience's needs, and creating customized proposals. Justin shares his 'ROPE' pitching method, emphasizing relevance, organic content, proof of past successes, and easy execution. They also discuss the significance of building long-term relationships with brands and answer common questions about sponsorship dynamics. Tune in to learn how to start the new year with a fresh approach to sponsorships and turn your content creation into a sustainable business. Connect With Justin Here: /// /// Links Discussed In This Episode – Hire the right people for the jobs you need to make your YouTube life and workflow easier!
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From Couponing to Financial Freedom: Nikki Connected's YouTube Journey
12/20/2024
From Couponing to Financial Freedom: Nikki Connected's YouTube Journey
In this week's episode of the YouTube Creators Hub Podcast, Dusty welcomes Nikki from the Nikki Connected YouTube channel. Nikki, previously known as the Deal Finding Diva, shares how the pandemic led her to pivot her content from couponing to methods of earning and saving money, leading to significant growth. They discuss Nikki's strategies for rebranding, the importance of knowing your audience, and the benefits of live streaming. Nikki also highlights how she monetizes her channel through courses, affiliate marketing, and coaching, and offers insights into her future plans for expanding her content and launching a podcast. Connect With Nikki Here: /// Links Discussed In This Episode – Hire the right people for the jobs you need to make your YouTube life and workflow easier!
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The State Of YouTube In 2025 With Dee and Nick Nimmin - The Year Of AI
12/13/2024
The State Of YouTube In 2025 With Dee and Nick Nimmin - The Year Of AI
In this week’s episode, we sit down with Dee and Nick Nimmin and have our annual “State of Youtube” podcast recording. We talk about the themes for 2024 and where we see YouTube going in the future in 2025 and beyond. Dee and Nick are both HUGE players in the Youtube creator space and I have them on at the end of each year to look back and then look forward in the YouTube world! Connect With Dee Here: Connect With Nick Here: Links Discussed In This Episode – Hire the right people for the jobs you need to make your YouTube life and workflow easier!
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State of My YouTube Channel and Business + Listener Q&A
12/06/2024
State of My YouTube Channel and Business + Listener Q&A
In this episode of Youtube Creators Hub, we’re diving into your biggest YouTube questions and helping you prepare for an epic 2025! From growing your channel in a competitive niche to optimizing your content strategy for maximum engagement, we answer listener-submitted questions and share actionable tips to level up your YouTube game. Whether you’re looking to increase watch time, monetize effectively, or stay ahead of the trends, this episode is packed with insights to help you crush your goals in the new year. Let’s make 2025 your best year on YouTube yet! . is my weekly newsletter. It's A behind-the-scenes look at what I'm thinking and experiencing each week, and I share anything I find valuable for creators. - Check out and pre-register to be notified when this new excellent monetization method becomes available. Turn your videos into e-books in minutes! Dusty's Recommended YouTube Gear: 🎥 | 🎙️ | 🎤 | 🎧 Connect With Dusty Online: 💡 | 🧠 | 📸 | 🧑
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YouTube Changed Her Life With Alexa Saarenoja | She Made $37,000 In ONE Weekend
11/22/2024
YouTube Changed Her Life With Alexa Saarenoja | She Made $37,000 In ONE Weekend
In Episode 426 of the YouTube Creators Hub podcast, Dusty Porter interviews Alexa Saarenoja, a YouTuber who successfully transformed her career after losing her job. Alexa shares her journey of quickly growing her YouTube channel to over 20,000 subscribers by providing valuable content aimed at helping people over 40 succeed on YouTube. The episode dives into her strategies, monetization techniques, the importance of consistency, and how she balances her busy life while managing her channel. Alexa provides tips for dealing with analytical fluctuations and maintaining authenticity with her audience. About Alexa: As a former architect and designer, I’ve transformed my focus to inspiring others over 40 to pursue their dreams on YouTube. Through my journey, I guide and empower people to share their passions, build their channels, and make a meaningful impact online, no matter where they are in life. . is my weekly newsletter. It's A behind-the-scenes look at what I'm thinking and experiencing each week, and I share anything I find valuable for creators. - Check out and pre-register to be notified when this new excellent monetization method becomes available. Turn your videos into e-books in minutes! Connect With Alexa Here: /// Dusty's Recommended YouTube Gear: 🎥 | 🎙️ | 🎤 | 🎧 Connect With Dusty Online: 💡 | 🧠 | 📸 | 🧑
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From Small Channel to Big Income: Jake Lorraine's YouTube Success Story
11/15/2024
From Small Channel to Big Income: Jake Lorraine's YouTube Success Story
In this episode of the YouTube Creators Hub podcast, hosted by Dusty Porter, we dive deep into the success story of Jake Lorraine from the High Response Marketing YouTube channel. Jake, a small business owner with eight kids, shares his journey from creating digital courses to leveraging YouTube to boost his sales. Learn about his strategies for consistent content creation, monetization beyond YouTube AdSense, the importance of hooking viewers in the first 10 seconds, and the value of live streaming. About Jake: I'm 43 with EIGHT kids, small business owner, realized there's so much opportunity on youtube and took advantage of it. . is my weekly newsletter. It's A behind-the-scenes look at what I'm thinking and experiencing each week, and I share anything I find valuable for creators. - Check out and pre-register to be notified when this new excellent monetization method becomes available. Turn your videos into e-books in minutes! Connect With Jake Here: Dusty's Recommended YouTube Gear: 🎥 | 🎙️ | 🎤 | 🎧 Connect With Dusty Online: 💡 | 🧠 | 📸 | 🧑
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Navigating Niche and Growth on YouTube: Matt Ragland's Journey
11/08/2024
Navigating Niche and Growth on YouTube: Matt Ragland's Journey
Join Dusty Porter in episode 424 of the YouTube Creators Hub Podcast as he interviews YouTube creator and productivity expert Matt Ragland. In this episode, they discuss Matt's journey from starting a YouTube channel focused on analog productivity methods to building a successful online presence with right at 100K subscribers. Learn about the importance of finding your niche, transitioning between content types, effective video production tools and processes, and monetizing YouTube content through various revenue streams. Matt also shares valuable insights on the significance of having an email list for creators. Tune in for actionable tips and inspiring stories from two experienced content creators. About Matt: I'm a creator-operator hybrid who's been able to build audiences for my own ideas and work behind the scenes with creators like Ryan Holiday, Sahil Bloom, and Justin Welsh. I was employee #5 at ConvertKit and now run a community for creators called HeyCreator. . is my weekly newsletter. It's A behind-the-scenes look at what I'm thinking and experiencing each week, and I share anything I find valuable for creators. - Check out and pre-register to be notified when this new excellent monetization method becomes available. Turn your videos into e-books in minutes! Connect With Matt Here: /// Dusty's Recommended YouTube Gear: 🎥 | 🎙️ | 🎤 | 🎧 Connect With Dusty Online: 💡 | 🧠 | 📸 | 🧑
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From Educator to Influencer: Laurie's YouTube Journey Making $20,000 Per Month
11/01/2024
From Educator to Influencer: Laurie's YouTube Journey Making $20,000 Per Month
In this episode of the YouTube Creators Hub podcast, Dusty Porter interviews Laurie from Travel Tips by Laurie. They discuss Laurie's journey from a Masters of Elementary Education to a successful YouTube content creator with over 325,000 subscribers and 55 million views. The episode covers actionable insights for starting, growing, and monetizing a YouTube channel, including the importance of analytics, audience engagement, and creating valuable content. Laurie also shares specifics on her video creation process, brand collaborations, and monetization strategies. About Laurie Laurie is a Houston pilot wife YouTuber sharing tips to help you travel the globe without a worry in the world. A former teacher with a Masters of Elementary Education degree, Laurie now educates passengers with YouTube videos. She teaches travel tips from the 20 plus years flying standby with only a carry-on suitcase. Feel reassured BEFORE you arrive at the airport. By following her packing tips and tricks Laurie will help you be less stressed…because you stressed less. Laurie's channel has had 55 million views over the last 8 years and currently has 325,000 subscribers . is my weekly newsletter. It's A behind-the-scenes look at what I'm thinking and experiencing each week, and I share anything I find valuable for creators. - Check out and pre-register to be notified when this new excellent monetization method becomes available. Turn your videos into e-books in minutes! Connect With Laurie Here: /// Dusty's Recommended YouTube Gear: 🎥 | 🎙️ | 🎤 | 🎧 Connect With Dusty Online: 💡 | 🧠 | 📸 | 🧑
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What Worked on YouTube in 2024 & How to Win in 2025
10/25/2024
What Worked on YouTube in 2024 & How to Win in 2025
Join Dusty Porter in this episode of the YouTube Creators Hub podcast as he uncovers effective strategies for soaring to success on YouTube in 2024 and prepares you for the landscape of 2025. Explore crucial platform changes, the rise of YouTube Shorts, algorithm updates, and new monetization features. Dusty shares his personal experiences and actionable tips for content auditing, enhancing productivity, and avoiding creator burnout. Learn about the resurgence of live streaming, faceless channels, and the ethical considerations of AI-generated content. This episode is packed with essential tools, trends, and practical advice to help you grow your channel and thrive in the evolving YouTube ecosystem. . is my weekly newsletter. It's A behind-the-scenes look at what I'm thinking and experiencing each week, and I share anything I find valuable for creators. - Check out and pre-register to be notified when this new excellent monetization method becomes available. Turn your videos into e-books in minutes! Dusty's Recommended YouTube Gear: 🎥 | 🎙️ | 🎤 | 🎧 Connect With Dusty Online: 💡 | 🧠 | 📸 | 🧑
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How Sam Caudle Generated Over $500,000 Of Revenue From His YouTube Channel
10/18/2024
How Sam Caudle Generated Over $500,000 Of Revenue From His YouTube Channel
Join Dusty Porter in this episode of the YouTube Creators Hub podcast as he delves into the remarkable journey of Sam Caudle, who runs the popular 'Living in Tampa, FL' YouTube channel. Discover how Sam transitioned from Colorado to Florida in 2020 and used YouTube to drive his real estate business, generating over $1.5 million in commissions. Gain expert insights into content creation, audience engagement, and converting viewers into clients. Learn practical strategies for video production, leveraging YouTube to grow your business, and monetization tips for creators. About Sam Sam started his Living in Tampa YouTube channel shortly after moving to Tampa and getting into real estate in 2020. In four years, his YT channel has provided over $1.5m in real estate commissions. . is my weekly newsletter. It's A behind-the-scenes look at what I'm thinking and experiencing each week, and I share anything I find valuable for creators. - Check out and pre-register to be notified when this new excellent monetization method becomes available. Turn your videos into e-books in minutes! Connect With Sam Here: /// /// Dusty's Recommended YouTube Gear: 🎥 | 🎙️ | 🎤 | 🎧 Connect With Dusty Online: 💡 | 🧠 | 📸 | 🧑
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Community Creator Events Changed The Trajectory Of My YouTube Career With Josh Griffin
10/11/2024
Community Creator Events Changed The Trajectory Of My YouTube Career With Josh Griffin
In this episode of the YouTube Creators Hub podcast, host Dusty Porter discusses the evolving landscape of YouTube and content creation with Josh Griffin from the HVAC Guide for Homeowners. Fresh from attending VidSummit, Josh shares his transformative experiences, insights on audience understanding, and how learning about effective contract negotiations has impacted his approach to sponsorships. They discuss the importance of understanding your target audience, making thoughtful decisions about partnerships, and how networking at VidSummit can reignite a creator’s passion. The conversation also touches on the potential impact of AI on content creation and the continuing opportunities for new and current YouTubers alike. About Josh Josh's youtube channel is . Joshua has a background in heating, cooling, electrical, and plumbing; learning these trades in the construction and property management fields across Virginia and Maryland. He owns Griffin Air in Hartfield Virginia, Authored the New HVAC Guide found at , and is cohost a podcast called Behind the Scenes in Tidewater. . is my weekly newsletter. It's A behind-the-scenes look at what I'm thinking and experiencing each week, and I share anything I find valuable for creators. - Check out and pre-register to be notified when this new amazing monetization method becomes available. Turn your videos into e-books in minutes! Connect With Josh Here: /// Dusty's Recommended YouTube Gear: 🎥 | 🎙️ | 🎤 | 🎧 Connect With Dusty Online: 💡 | 🧠 | 📸 | 🧑
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Unlocking YouTube Success with Roberto Blake: Community, AI, and Big Creator Energy
10/04/2024
Unlocking YouTube Success with Roberto Blake: Community, AI, and Big Creator Energy
In this week's episode of the YouTube Creators Hub Podcast, host Dusty Porter is joined by YouTube educator Roberto Blake to discuss strategies for growing and monetizing a successful YouTube channel. The conversation focuses on utilizing YouTube's upcoming features like multi-language audio and AI-driven inspiration tools to extend reach and enhance creator-audience connections. Roberto emphasizes the importance of understanding your audience deeply and creating content with 'Big Creator Energy', going beyond the traditional topic-based niche to fostering a community of 'like-hearted' individuals. They explore the balance between quality, authenticity, and strategic content creation as key factors for any aspiring or existing YouTuber looking to make an impact. About Roberto Roberto Blake is a Creative Entrepreneur and Founder of Awesome Creator Academy; a coaching program that helps influencers and entrepreneurs build their brands online. He is the CEO of Create Awesome Media, a Branding Agency focused on helping Content Creators and Influencers. . is my weekly newsletter. It's A behind-the-scenes look at what I'm thinking and experiencing each week, and I share anything I find valuable for creators. - Check out and pre-register to be notified when this new amazing monetization method becomes available. Turn your videos into e-books in minutes! Connect With Roberto Here: /// /// Dusty's Recommended YouTube Gear: 🎥 | 🎙️ | 🎤 | 🎧 Connect With Dusty Online: 💡 | 🧠 | 📸 | 🧑
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Inside The Marsh Family's Viral Musical Journey On YouTube
09/27/2024
Inside The Marsh Family's Viral Musical Journey On YouTube
In this episode of the YouTube Creators Hub Podcast, host Dusty Porter sits down with Ben and Alfie Marsh of the musical Marsh Family. They delve into their journey from a viral lockdown video to managing a successful YouTube channel with 160,000 subscribers and 28 million views. The discussion covers their family dynamics, content creation process, dealing with copyright issues, and leveraging Patreon for financial support. Also, hear Ben and Alfie's insights on balancing family time and running a YouTube channel, making authentic content, and building a sustainable community. About Ben and Alfie The Marsh Family is a musical family group based in Faversham, Kent. Vocalists, lyricists, and multi-instrumentalists, the family consists of parents Ben (a history lecturer, 48) and Danielle Marsh (administrator, 47) and their children Alfie (18), Thomas (16), Ella (15) and Tess (12). Having sung together since the kids were born in Scotland, they have grown as fast in fanbase as they have in size, reaching 160,000 subscribers and over 28 million views on YouTube. . is my weekly newsletter. It's A behind-the-scenes look at what I'm thinking and experiencing each week, and I share anything I find valuable for creators. - Check out and pre-register to be notified when this new amazing monetization method becomes available. Turn your videos into e-books in minutes! Connect With The Marsh Family Here: | | Dusty's Recommended YouTube Gear: 🎥 | 🎙️ | 🎤 | 🎧 Connect With Dusty Online: 💡 | 🧠 | 📸 | 🧑
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How Emma McAdam Grew 'Therapy in a Nutshell' to 1.9 Million Subscribers
09/20/2024
How Emma McAdam Grew 'Therapy in a Nutshell' to 1.9 Million Subscribers
In this episode Dusty interviews Emma McAdam, the creator behind the successful YouTube channel Therapy in a Nutshell. Emma shares how she started her channel, her strategies for success, and how she monetizes her content. Discover how Emma produces high-quality educational videos while balancing her busy life, the role of AI in her content creation, and tips on managing burnout as a creator. Don't miss out on actionable insights and the inspiring story of a therapist making mental health education accessible to millions. About Emma Emma McAdam is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She saw the immense need for greater accessibility to mental health education and skills and started making videos for YouTube in 2017. In some way beyond her comprehension, over 1.7 Million people follow her YouTube channel, Therapy in a Nutshell. . is my weekly newsletter. It's A behind-the-scenes look at what I'm thinking and experiencing each week, and I share anything I find valuable for creators. - Check out and pre-register to be notified when this new amazing monetization method becomes available. Turn your videos into e-books in minutes! Connect With Leo Here: /// /// Dusty's Recommended YouTube Gear: 🎥 | 🎙️ | 🎤 | 🎧 Connect With Dusty Online: 💡 | 🧠 | 📸 | 🧑
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The Secret to Viral YouTube Videos with Leo from Crash Frontier
09/13/2024
The Secret to Viral YouTube Videos with Leo from Crash Frontier
In episode 416 of the YouTube Creators Hub podcast, host Dusty Porter interviews Leo from the Crash Frontier YouTube channel. Leo shares his journey, methods, and insights into creating high-quality cinematic action videos that have garnered over 170 million views. The conversation delves into Leo's unique techniques for optimizing YouTube monetization, using innovative tools like car physics simulators, and engaging with a passionate audience through community posts and polls. Leo also discusses his strategic use of titles and thumbnails to capture viewer attention and how he leverages YouTube analytics to refine his content. Despite operating on a minimal budget and being a solo creator, Leo successfully produces engaging content that keeps viewers returning. About Leo Leo Glantschnig is the creator behind Crash Frontier, an Australian YouTube channel known for its high-quality, cinematic action short films, which have been watched over 170 million times across the globe. By repurposing a car physics video game engine in ways it was never designed for, Leo pushes the boundaries of traditional content creation and filmmaking. His work seamlessly blends disruptive technologies with big data from YouTube Analytics to entertain millions - all without the constraints of large studios or budgets. . is my weekly newsletter. It's A behind-the-scenes look at what I'm thinking and experiencing each week, and I share anything I find valuable for creators. - Check out and pre-register to be notified when this new amazing monetization method becomes available. Turn your videos into e-books in minutes! Connect With Leo Here: Dusty's Recommended YouTube Gear: 🎥 | 🎙️ | 🎤 | 🎧 Connect With Dusty Online: 💡 | 🧠 | 📸 | 🧑 Show Rundown: 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:51 Support and Community Engagement 01:52 Guest Introduction: Leo from Crash Frontier 03:06 Leo's YouTube Journey 04:54 The Appeal of Crash Frontier 06:10 Faceless YouTube Channels 08:25 Creating High-Quality Content 16:20 Optimizing for YouTube Algorithm 29:38 Monetization Strategies 37:40 Final Thoughts and Advice
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On the Road with Glory Anna: Crafting Stories that Engage and Inspire
09/06/2024
On the Road with Glory Anna: Crafting Stories that Engage and Inspire
In this YouTube Creators Hub podcast episode, Dusty sits down with Glory Anna from the 'Glory's Stories' YouTube channel. Glory shares her journey of living a nomadic lifestyle in her Ford Excursion, documenting her adventures through national parks, and detailing the equipment and strategies she uses to keep her audience engaged. They discuss community building, optimizing content, monetization, and balancing creative passion with financial necessity. About Glory Anna Hi my name is Glory and I love telling stories... digital stories. I'm a nomad at heart. I am always looking for the next adventure, the cool story I can tell. I was born in Canada but am now living in the States. For a year, I've had crazy opportunities to sail the Mediterranean, live in a remote town in Hawaii, and now live out of the back of a 4x4 ford Excursion traveling through the stunning national parks of the North West. . is my weekly newsletter. It's A behind-the-scenes look at what I'm thinking and experiencing each week, and I share anything I find valuable for creators. Connect With Glory Anna Here: /// Dusty's Recommended YouTube Gear: 🎥 | 🎙️ | 🎤 | 🎧 Connect With Dusty Online: 💡 | 🧠 | 📸 | 🧑 Show Rundown: 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 00:18 Host's Welcome and Announcements 01:54 Community and Support 03:07 Interview with Glory Anna Begins 04:10 Glory's Van Life Adventure 04:50 YouTube Journey and Community Building 10:28 Content Creation and Workflow 24:54 Monetization and Financial Strategies 30:43 Future Plans and Conclusion 32:25 Closing Remarks
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