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The Creator FeedHistoric Executive Order Unveils Revolutionary AI Standards in Washington - and what it means for creatorsThis 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...2023-11-0236 minThe Creator FeedThe 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: ...2023-10-2831 minThe Creator FeedSpecial 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...2023-10-1720 minThe Creator FeedUnpacking 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! L...2023-10-0319 minThe Creator FeedAI 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...2023-09-3037 minThe Creator Feed$100,000 Up for Grabs: Artlist's Crazy Video Giveaway, plus AI Really Does Boost ProductivityThis 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! 2023-09-2133 minThe Creator FeedApple iPhone 15 Pro Unleashes Spatial Video Magic plus the eSports League even Mr. Beast Couldn’t SaveGet 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...2023-09-1334 minThe Creator FeedAI 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...2023-09-0740 minThe Creator FeedYouTube 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 J...2023-08-3139 minThe Creator FeedAI and the Creator Economy, plus Conflicts of Interest AboundGet 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...2023-08-2432 minThe Creator FeedTikTok's FYP under fire in Europe! Plus #BookTok on the rise, Minecraft walkbacks, and moreIn 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...2023-08-1743 minThe Creator FeedChanger 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...2023-08-1034 minThe Creator FeedYouTube Shorts Gets New Live Video Previews and Creator Tools, plus Mr. Beast has a Whopper of a ProblemRenee 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! 2023-08-0433 minThe Creator FeedTikTok 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 t...2023-07-2832 minThe Creator FeedFacebook'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: F...2023-07-2134 minThe Creator FeedThe 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...2023-07-1426 minThe Creator FeedFTC 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...2023-07-0730 minThe Creator FeedYouTube'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 t...2023-06-3031 minThe Creator FeedMeta Charts the Future of AI-Generated Audio and Text-to-Speech, plus Reddit Woes, VidCon Secrets, TikTok Truths and Much MoreOn 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...2023-06-2434 minThe Creator FeedYouTube 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...2023-06-1634 minThe Creator FeedCreator Updates: Emma Chamberlain, Jake Paul, Yes Theory, and MrBeast Make Moves, plus TikTok Tako and 4 Ways Apple’s VR Headset Could Benefit CreatorsOn 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...2023-06-0945 minThe Creator FeedKajabi’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 w...2023-06-0334 minThe Creator FeedThe Last Best Place Bans TikTok &- YouTube's Incredible Economic Impact RevealedIn 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...2023-05-2632 minThe Creator FeedTikTok’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 a...2023-05-1934 minThe Creator FeedClap On, Clap Off, A Tale of Two Upfronts - Plus new TikTok TransgressionsIn 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 t...2023-05-1337 minThe Creator FeedAmazon Takes on TikTok with New Inspire Feature & Skeeting and Tweeting in the ClubhouseIn 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...2023-05-0530 minThe Creator FeedThe 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 f...2023-04-2836 minThe Creator FeedPinterest Safer Spaces For Kids, Snap Grinding For Crystals, Meta’s Doxxing Creators, and Skeevy MCNs Will Never DieIn 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 ne...2023-04-2222 minThe Creator FeedThe 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 T...2023-04-1439 minThe Creator FeedThe 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, wh...2023-04-0738 minThe Creator FeedThe Shocking Truth About YouTube Subscribers + Tech Giants Come Together to Halt AI Development, While Epic Shakes Up the Creator EconomyThis week’s episode of the Creator Feed covers various topics related to technology and social media platforms. Hosts Renee Teeley and Jim Louderback start by discussing the open letter from some of the most influential tech leaders that calls for a pause on the training of AI systems. Next they explore whether YouTube subscriber counts are still valuable due to the unintended consequences of Shorts, and how creators struggle to evaluate their reach, impact, and community. They continue by exploring Spotify’s partnership with Creative Juice to expand its video podcasting, and Epic Games’ launch of "Creator Economy 2.0" for Fo...2023-03-3130 minThe Creator FeedTikTok Partners with MLS to Launch Club Creator Network, And a New Way to Clean Your FYP Feed - plus Midjourney, Meta Retreats, New YouTube Metrics and much more!In this episode of The Creator Feed, hosts Jim Louderback and Renee Teeley discuss the latest trends in the creator economy. Topics covered include TikTok's partnership with Major League Soccer to create a new Club Creator Network, copyright protection for AI-assisted works, the release of Midjourney v5, Meta's shift away from the Metaverse towards AI, YouTube's new multi-language audio support and associated metrics, and TikTok's new feature allowing users to wipe their FYP clean. The hosts compare Meta's spending to other corporate blunders in tech and question whether the Metaverse was a wise investment. Tune in and stay up...2023-03-2530 minThe Creator FeedTikTok Fund-Up, ChatGPT4 Debuts, Mythical Morning Goes to Roku and What the SVB Takeover Means for the Creator EconomyWelcome to The Creator Feed, your source for the latest news and trends in the creator economy. In this episode, hosts Jim Louderback and Renee Teeley cover the latest updates from SXSW, including shocking insight around TikTok’s $2B Creator Fund and the shift from NFT to GenAI. They also explore the latest on the threatened TikTok ban from the Biden administration and how Rhett and Link are going 24/7. They also discuss the recent takeover of Silicon Valley Bank by the Feds, which has significant implications for startups and creators alike. Additionally, they share exciting news...2023-03-1839 minThe Creator FeedFemale Founders Shaking Up the Creator Economy: 5 Innovative Startups to Watch - plus Meager Shorts Payout, TikTok’s Paywall and Much More!In this episode of The Creator Feed, Renee Teeley and Jim Louderback celebrate Women’s History Month by highlighting five female founders who are building innovative creator economy startups, followed by a discussion of the disappointing payouts from Shorts RevShare. They also analyze TikTok's new paywall feature, Twitch's compensation issues with top creators, the rise of Kai Cenat and the launch of the second edition of the Epic Content Marketing book. Additionally, Matt Geilen’s Little Monster returns to discuss the YouTube algorithm. Tune in for all the latest updates in the creator economy. Featured Event...2023-03-1031 minThe Creator FeedBreaking Down YouTube's 2023 Vision, plus Jellysmack Goes Over the Top and much more!In this episode of The Creator Feed, co-hosts Jim Louderback and Renee Teeley discuss the latest developments in the Creator Economy. They begin by exploring YouTube's priorities for 2023 - as laid out by new head Neal Mohan - which include more creator monetization, generative AI, and better podcast functionality. They also discuss the platform's efforts to make videos more accessible to a global audience by adding multiple language tracks to a video. Next, they cover Jellysmack's partnership with Roku, and then delve into the issue of social media's effect on teenagers, with a focus on TikTok's recent 60-minute timeout...2023-03-0535 minThe Creator FeedInstagram's New Megaphone, Roblox Turns Everyone Into A Creator, Chatbots Get Weird And Other Hot Topics In The Creator EconomyWelcome to the Creator Feed podcast, where we keep you up-to-date on the latest news and trends in the creator economy. In this episode, hosts Jim Louderback and Renee Teeley cover a range of topics, including TikTok's new Creativity Program designed to help creators foster their creativity, Instagram's new Broadcast Channels feature, and the launch of paid verification on Instagram and Meta, similar to TikTok. They also discuss Roblox's vision of using generative AI to enable every user to become a creator, and the recent development of AI chatbots that are becoming more anthropomorphic, which ca...2023-02-2421 minThe Creator FeedYouTube’s BrandConnect Going Self-Serve, Super Bowl of Creators, TikTok’s Creator Fund 2.0, and Creator Research Galore!In this episode of The Creator Feed, hosts Jim Louderback and Renee Teeley discuss the latest news and trends in the creator economy. They start by talking about YouTube's potential shift towards a self-service model for its influencer marketing service called BrandConnect. Next, they have a lively discussion about the Super Bowl of Creators, including Rhianna's performance and Logan Paul and KSI's ad for their new sports drink Prime. Then they dive into TikTok's new Creator Fund 2.0 and content paywall feature. They also share interesting findings from two studies on creator post revenue and kids' social media h...2023-02-1735 minThe Creator FeedAI Battle Royale: Google Bard vs. ChatGPT, Supreme Court Decides the Destiny of Reddit, Yelp & Discord, and the Rise of Sludge ContentThe Creator Feed podcast covers the latest news and trends in the creator economy and what it means for creators. In this episode, Renee Teeley and Jim Louderback discuss Google's new experimental conversational AI service, Bard, which is a response to ChatGPT. They also talk about TikTok's plan for transparency and the questions it raises, including its partnership with Oracle. The podcast also covers the decrease in average views for videos with over 100k views on TikTok, the reasons behind Elle Mills quitting YouTube, and the potential impact of the Supreme Court's revisiting of Section 230 law on social media...2023-02-1134 minThe Creator FeedFeatured Guest, Tim Schmoyer: Creator Burnout, ASU Partners with Creators, TikTok Testing Podcasts, and more!This is a special edition of The Creator Feed with a guest, Tim Schmoyer! We discuss the challenges and stress creators face today and ways to improve their health and overall well-being. Plus, Tim shares his personal story of burnout and the incredible impact on his life. It’s a doozy! Tim is the founder of Video Creators, which was recently acquired by vidIQ. He now serves as the Chief Creator Coach, where he helps millions of creators grow their audiences and businesses. We also dive into some creator news this week: 2023-02-0236 minThe Creator FeedShutterstock's AI Partnerships, TikTok’s Secret Viral Video Button, Discord’s Bold Move To Acquire Gas, and ChatGPT’s New PricingIn this episode of The Creator Feed, hosts Jim Louderback and Renee Teeley discuss the latest news and trends in the creator economy. They start by discussing Meta's licensing deal with Shutterstock, which allows Meta to use Shutterstock's content library to develop and train its AI tools. They also talk about Discord's acquisition of the teen app Gas and what it could mean for the platform. Next, they delve into TikTok's controversial "Heater" button, which some employees have used to promote personal videos. They also discuss the trend of leveraging internal creators in companies and the benefits it can...2023-01-2732 minThe Creator FeedYouTube Shorts Monetization, New YPP Terms, TikTok Talent Manager Portal, and D&D Drama!In this episode, we talk about YouTube Shorts monetization launching on Feb 1, the new YPP terms of service, TikTok's new Talent Manager Portal, and the drama with Hasbro and Dungeons & Dragons. Buckle up; it's an action-packed episode! Check Out Deals From Our Sponsors: VidIQ: Ready to take your YouTube channel to the next level? Check out the vidIQ Max group coaching program and creator community. Use our exclusive code TCFMAX for 30% off your first month! Spreadshop is a free print-on-demand merch shop with hundreds of customizable products, so you can create your very own...2023-01-1934 minThe Creator FeedInstagram’s 2023 Vision, Creator Economy Heads South and David Dobrik Leads Snap’s Revenue Sharing SchemeIn this episode, we discuss Instagram's 2023 focus on inspiring creativity, helping people discover things they love, and sparking connections between people. We also talk about the trough of despair in the creator economy and how 2023 will be a tough year for many startups and creators. Additionally, we dive into YouTube's experimentation with hashtag recommendations for Shorts and how it aims to improve the algorithms that surface relevant content to users. We also break down TikTok’s recent move to incorporate IMDB data and what that means for movie studios and TV networks - but also creators and end...2023-01-1137 minThe Creator FeedThe Future of Creators: Predictions for 2023 and BeyondIn this episode of The Creator Feed, hosts Jim Louderback and Renee Teeley discuss their predictions for the future of the creator economy in 2023 and beyond. They predict that generative AI will become mainstream and widely adopted by creators, augmenting rather than replacing their work. TikTok and YouTube are expected to become more similar, with both platforms supporting longer videos in multiple formats and expanding their shoppable video capabilities. TikTok is predicted to be restricted in the US rather than banned, leading some creators to move to YouTube's "shorts" feed. They also reference Colin and Samir’s pre...2023-01-0245 minThe Creator FeedIs TikTok Getting Banned & Copying YouTube Features? Plus, AI Is Not Taking Your Job, YouTube Is Cracking Down On Abusive Comments, And MoreIn today's episode, we dive into the potential ban of TikTok in the US and the growing number of states banning the app on government-issued devices. Plus, we examine problems with more people turning to influencers on TikTok as their primary news source. And that's not all for TikTok; we also talk about the platform taking on YouTube with horizontal long-form videos. Additionally, we discuss generative AI tools, the growing speculation about the potential impact on the media industry, and the fear AI will replace jobs. And YouTube is using AI for good and removing abusive comments and spam! 2022-12-1629 minThe Creator FeedThe Importance of ChatGPT to Creators, plus Discord and Pinterest Monetization News, Problems With YouTube’s Top Creators and how to attend the Women of Video Summit for Free!The Creator Feed is a show that covers the latest news and trends in the creator economy. In this episode, the hosts discuss the publicly available beta version of ChatGPT, an AI tool that uses natural language processing to understand and respond to people's conversations in a conversational manner. They also discuss the updates from Creator World, including shopping trends in Malaysia and the growth of the startup scene in Southeast Asia, as well as new monetization options from Discord and the end of Pinterest's Creator Reward program. The hosts also warn against using Mr. Beast as the only...2022-12-0937 minThe Creator FeedSpecial Episode Twitter 2.0 - Free Speech vs Hate Speech & The Future of Social Media (Part 2)This week on The Creator Feed, we talk through some of the massive missteps at Twitter 2.0, the changing company culture, and ideas to help repair relationships with advertisers, employees, and consumers. Plus we dive into free speech vs hate speech. Finally, we talk about the future of social media and its impact on our society. OUR AMAZING SPONSORS! Big thank you to our sponsors Spreadshop & vidIQ for helping to support the podcast and empowering creators to turn their passions into professions 😍 VidIQ: Ready to take your YouTube channel to the next level? Check out the vidIQ Max ...2022-11-2352 minThe Creator FeedTikTok Shop Comes to US - Pinterest and YouTube Shopping - Crypto Crash - NFT and FTXThis week on The Creator Feed - in honor of Black Friday and Cyber Monday - we talk about some of the shopping events and new features happening across social video platforms. TikTok brings their store to the US and Pinterest and YouTube have shopping events running live. We also explore what TikTok’s $2B revenue shortfall might mean to creators, and talk about YouTube’s new QA feature - which adds a much-needed dimension to live streams. And we learn what the FTX-fueled crypto meltdown might mean for creators (hint, a Web3 slowdown), and talk about the surprising lack of...2022-11-1942 minThe Creator FeedTwitter 2.0 Special Episode - Unpacking the Changes and Exploring What’s Next - Part 1This week on The Creator Feed, we talk through some of the biggest and most explosive aspects of Elon Musk’s takeover of Twitter. This episode - part 1 of a two-part series - dives into the changes on the executive level, the massive layoffs, separation packages, and the new team running the ship. Along with talking about cost reduction and RIF, we dive into the revenue side of Twitter 2.0, exploring how advertisers are reacting to the changes, the dialog between Elon Musk and the IAB, and handicap other revenue-generating ideas floated by Twitter and other pundits. Finally, we talk throu...2022-11-1247 minThe Creator FeedUpdates from Websummit - TikTok Gaming Coming Soon - YouTube Adds TV Channels Ala Carte, and Co-Streaming!This week on The Creator Feed, Jim talks about what he learned at WebSummit – including details from OnlyFans CEO Amy Gan, Michael Le’s real reasons for creating, three great creator entrepreneurs, and a new AI Generative music too.. We also unpack TikTok’s gaming summit, which didn’t really answer a lot of questions – so we speculate on what it means. Renee and Jim also take a look at a host of YouTube news, including ala carte access to TV channels – although not the ones most of us want – and the ability to co-stream with guests live. A lot going on with...2022-11-0941 minThe Creator FeedYoutube Apalooza, MrBeast Raising $150m, Instagram Creator Profiles – Creator Feed Podcast for 10/28This week on The Creator Feed, Renee and Jim dive deep into a number of YouTube stories, including enhancements to shoppable links, a subtle but well-executed redesign, and what’s behind the quarterly ad decline at big red. We also talk about how venture money might change MrBeast, welcome changes to Instagram’s Creator Marketplace – including a cool new “creator profile” option, and Adobe’s latest study on the Creator Economy and monetization. Plus a great TikTok video that highlights yet another unethical brand attempting to rip off creators. LINKS YouTube’s Big Week New social sho...2022-10-2843 minThe Creator FeedAdults only TikTok, New Ways for Creators to Build Teams, It’s not The Creator Economy, it’s the Creator Fantasy – and much more.This week on The Creator Feed, Renee and Jim talk about new ways for creators to build their teams, how the creator economy is like the music industry – or not, and a hit piece saying most would-be creators will never make it because “your content sucks”. We look into age-gating on TikTok, as the popular platform adds an 18+ tier – but will it actually work? Also, Jim shares his first impressions of the Oculus Pro after testing it out, Twitchcon’s health and safety failures are dissected and Walmart’s new creator push is dissected and discussed. Plus a special Halloween video...2022-10-2140 minThe Creator FeedTikTok Wants to be Instagram. And WalMart. And Amazon. YouTube’s Grand Analytics Experiment, Learning from Kim Kardashian (really) and much more!This week on The Creator Feed, Renee and Jim talk about the latest in the TikTok vs. Everyone war, including how the company is readying a warehouse/e-commerce push in the US, its Instagram takeover, and the oodles and boodles of billions that parent company Bytedance is losing. We speculate on what all that means and more. Plus a deep-dive on YouTube’s latest analytics update for mere mortals and the ramifications of handles. We also explore why the SEC went after Kim Kardashian and what it means for all of us - and finally lean into the changes comin...2022-10-1543 minThe Creator FeedWhat We Learned at VidSummit, 4 Unexpected Ramifications from TikTok’s Search Engine Push, Podcasters BUSTED for faking views and the reveal of a Dream!This week on The Creator Feed, Renee went to VidSummit, learned a ton and had a grand time – and Jim didn’t even get a T-Shirt! Renee shares details on what she learned, what happened, some great folks she met and some speculation on why VidSummit decided to move to Dallas Texas in 2023. Also, much speculation about what is likely to change – or develop – as TikTok tries to muscle into Google’s turf as a top video search engine. And a look at why buying views is not good business for anyone, and why podcasting is likely to take a hit, plus r...2022-10-0745 minThe Creator FeedYouTube Rips the Seal off of Shorts Monetization, ESPN’s Terrible New Creator Plan, Twitch’s Bad Week, and TikTok’s Double Standard.This week on The Creator Feed, Renee and Jim explore what the new monetization changes coming to Shorts mean for creators, for YouTube overall, and for TikTok and Instagram as well. In addition, they talk about two crazy news stories built around leaked documents, including Patreon’s failed experiment with two top TikTokers - which could have exacerbated its 17% “RIF” - and how TikTok (along with Facebook and presumably others) has different community guidelines and rules for top creators. Also, a look at how ESPN’s new creator partnership program is a bald-faced creator rip-off, and Twitch’s dumpster fire of a w...2022-09-2646 minThe Creator FeedMrBeast Goes to Jersey, Creators Are Dead, Why You Should Care About AI-Generated Art - and Much More!This week on The Creator Feed, Renee and Jim explore what MrBeast’s amazing burger store launch in the meadowlands of New Jersey really signifies, talk through the latest round of stories about how “creators are dead - long live the creator”, discuss VidIQ’s acquisition of Tim Schmoyer’s “Video Creators” company and how it’s a big change for the popular analytics platform. In addition, Jim waxes emphatically about why generative art is such a game changer - and how you can now play along with the open source Stable Diffusion and decide for yourself. Plus we congratulate Phil...2022-09-1541 min
The Creator FeedWelcome to The Creator FeedWelcome to The Creator Feed, the show where we cover the most important trends and news in the creator economy so you can build a business, diversify your revenue, and make more impactful content! Your weekly roundup of what's new and notable with insight, analysis, and updates on what's important today, what will be important tomorrow - and what's really important to you as a creator. You'll not only hear about new developments each week, you'll get the context of what it means, and how you can leverage these new developments in your day-to-day, but...2022-09-0301 min