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....

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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

This week's guest is Nick Andrews, a semi-retired entrepreneur who runs the 'Sports Card Madness' YouTube channel and podcast, focusing on sports card collecting. Nick shares his journey from starting the podcast with basic equipment to optimizing videos and thumbnails, leveraging YouTube and community-building strategies, and monetizing through affiliate marketing. About Nick Nick is a semi-retired Entrepreneur that now spends his time investing in companies and running a Sports Card...

In this episode of the YouTube Creators Hub Podcast, host Dusty Porter sits down with Anderson Bluu, a successful graphic designer and YouTube content creator with over 350,000 subscribers. Anderson shares his journey, from starting his YouTube channel in 2016 after a personal loss to growing his audience through engaging videos and YouTube Shorts. About Anderson Anderson is a graphic designer and content creator.  Elevate Your YouTube Success with TubeBuddy: Experience the Power of...

In this episode of the YouTube Creators Hub podcast, host Dusty Porter is joined by fitness YouTuber Mark Lewis. With 325,000 subscribers, Mark discusses his journey from financial services to full-time YouTube content creation. They talk about the importance of niching down, storytelling, and the challenges of monetization. Mark shares insights into his early inspirations, such as Casey Neistat, and how he adapted his content to avoid being derivative. He also explains his stance on...

In episode 411 of the YouTube Creators Hub podcast, host Dusty Porter interviews Stacey Grissom from the YouTube channel 'Schoolhouse Homestead.' Stacey shares her journey of converting a 1914 Indiana school into a family home and discusses the development and growth of her YouTube channel, which documents the entire process. With nearly 200,000 subscribers, Stacey dives into storytelling techniques, overcoming challenges, and utilizing Instagram and TikTok to drive traffic to her YouTube....

In this episode of the YouTube Creators Hub podcast, Dusty interviews Tyler Cauble, a successful real estate agent and investor who has grown his YouTube channel to nearly 60,000 subscribers. They discuss Tyler's journey, covering his initial challenges, key strategies for promoting content, and various monetization methods, including his $7,000 mastermind program and commercial real estate investments. Tyler shares insights into the importance of production quality, audience engagement, and...

In this episode of the YouTube Creators Hub Podcast, host Dusty Porter sits down with Helena Liu, founder of Product Camps and Exams PM. They discuss the journey of creating a successful YouTube channel, the importance of consistency, and the integration of AI and automation tools. Helina shares her insights on effective monetization strategies, overcoming content creation challenges, and the future of AI in the creative industry. Tune in for valuable tips on leveraging AI for content...

In this episode of the YouTube Creators Hub podcast, host Dusty Porter interviews Brad Bache from the Butcher Wizard YouTube channel. Brad shares his journey from being a culinary teacher to a successful YouTuber with 241,000 subscribers in just two years. He discusses his channel's focus on teaching viewers how to save money by cutting meat at home and how a viral video catapulted his growth. Brad also delves into the challenges of maintaining consistency, the importance of creating valuable...

In session 408 of the YouTube Creators Hub podcast, Dusty Porter interviews Ben, the creator behind Orozco's Kitchen YouTube channel. They discuss Ben's journey to surpassing 100,000 subscribers, his content creation process, and how he balances a busy life as a sports dad and YouTube creator. Ben shares valuable insights on using Google ads for growth, the importance of building a community, and future plans for his channel, including a barbecue rub and merchandise. About Ben Ben is...

In this week's YouTube Creators Hub Podcast episode, host Dusty Porter interviews Jared Hatch from the Paper Melon YouTube channel. Jared delves into the origin story of his channel, starting from his early interest in origami to transitioning into high-quality, cinematic toy reviews. They discuss the importance of niching down, the challenges of video editing, and tips for beginners. Jared also shares personal anecdotes about handling negative feedback, monetizing content through AdSense and...

In this episode of the YouTube Creators Hub podcast, host Dusty Porter interviews Faith Womack from the successful 'How to Faith a Life' YouTube channel with 172,000 subscribers and 750,000 views. They discuss Faith's journey as a content creator, from her early days of loneliness and starting a channel in a rural area to sharing her passion for Bible studies. The conversation covers various topics, including overcoming challenges, building a community, the creative process, technical aspects...

In today’s episode, I sit down with Kris O’Neill from the Sew The Distance YouTube channel. Kris and I talked about her start on YouTube and how she stands out in a crowded “crafting” niche on YouTube. We also discuss how she started her YouTube channel with lessons about an old quilt and what she learned. From this series, she has gained HUGE traction online, and it jumpstarted her YouTube growth. This is an amazing conversation with Kris, and we talk all about making money on YouTube, AI...

In today’s episode, it’s just me (Dusty), and I am talking about knowing your worth as a creator. I talk about my recent experience with a coaching client that led me to completely rethink my business and YouTube channel. We'll discuss why so many creators undervalue their skills, how to identify and calculate your true value, and practical strategies for negotiating fair compensation. Whether you're just starting out or a seasoned pro, this episode will equip you with the confidence to...