

The TubeBuddy Express Podcast is hosted by YouTube expert Dusty Porter. Check out Dusty's channel on YouTube and take a listen to his other podcast below...
YouTube Creators Hub — A podcast focused on helping you with your Online Video presence. Each week, I interview an online video creator and chat with them about their strategies and journey as it relates to growing their YouTube channel.
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In this episode of the TubeBuddy Express podcast, we dive into the rising trend of faceless YouTube channels. We discusses the various forms these channels can take, including educational content, animations, and narrated compilations. He outlines the appeal and pros of faceless channels such as flexibility, privacy, and scalability, while also addressing challenges like building audience connections and upfront investments. Additionally, Dusty offers tools and techniques for creating faceless content, and explores successful monetization strategies including ad revenue and affiliate marketing. Finally, he provides actionable steps for aspiring creators to identify a niche, set realistic goals, and effectively grow their channels. Tune in for insights and tips to elevate your YouTube experience!
In this episode, we’ll walk you through everything you need to kickstart your podcast and boost your reach as a YouTube creator. We’ll cover how to choose the perfect format, pick the right equipment, record and edit top-notch audio, and seamlessly integrate video for maximum impact. You’ll learn how to distribute on all the major podcast platforms, repurpose clips for YouTube and social media, and grow an engaged, loyal audience. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to level up your content, these tips will help you launch with confidence—and keep listeners coming back for more.
Despite the growing popularity of vertical videos and short content, Dusty argues that long-form content retains unique value for deep storytelling and audience retention. He outlines the pros and cons of both content types, providing strategies for integrating them effectively. Dusty also emphasizes the importance of consistency and delivering value, urging creators to experiment and adapt to what works best for their audience.
In this episode of the podcast Dusty explains what invalid views are, how YouTube detects them, and why they're problematic for creators and advertisers. Dusty shares practical advice on preventing invalid views and offers guidelines on handling flagged content. Additionally, he emphasizes the importance of authentic growth and genuine audience engagement to sustain a successful YouTube channel.