Add your Podcast RSS Feed to YouTube

Great news for podcasters! YouTube has officially rolled out a new feature allowing creators to link their podcast's RSS feed directly to their channel. This streamlines the process of getting your audio content onto the platform, making it easier for your audience to discover and consume your podcasts alongside your video content.

I've put together a video tutorial to walk you through the steps, but here's a quick rundown of how to set it up:

How to Add Your Podcast RSS Feed to YouTube

1. Access YouTube Studio: From your YouTube channel page, click on your channel icon in the top right corner, then select YouTube Studio.

2. Initiate Podcast Creation: In the top right corner of the Studio dashboard, click the "Create" box.

3. Choose Your Podcast Option: A dropdown menu will appear with three choices for adding podcast content:

   • Create a New Podcast: For starting fresh on YouTube.

   • Set an Existing Playlist as Podcast: If you already have podcast episodes organized in a YouTube playlist.

   • Submit RSS Feed: This is the option you'll choose to link your existing podcast.

4. Paste Your RSS Feed URL: Select "Submit RSS Feed" and then simply copy and paste your podcast's RSS feed URL into the provided field. This URL is where your podcast is hosted.

Keep in mind that it may take some time for YouTube to process and upload your content, depending on the size and depth of your podcast library.

This new feature is a game-changer for podcasters looking to expand their reach on YouTube. Give it a try and let me know how it works for you!

 

Live Streaming Video Services

For those interested in live broadcasting on social platforms, listed below are some businesses helping to make live streaming easier. 

Facebook Live

YouTube must have certain benchmarks to be approved (live). Or use a Third Stream Service. 

Stream Yard 

OBS Studio is Open source 

LinkedIn Live: Must apply for approval.  Use a 3rd party live streaming service like those listed here. 

LinkedIn lists the 3rd party streaming services they use.  This could change. Look under settings, applications for live video. 

Restream

Zoom

Vimeo Livestream

Switcher Studio

Switchboard Live

Be. Live

Take some time to go through each link and do a look-see.  Update. When this blog was written, these live options existed.  This list is longer now that AI is being used on many video platforms. Do a search for live stream AI platforms. 

Live Streaming Video My Recommendations

Live streaming is easier now and will continue to open doors for people wanting to publish a video or ongoing video live sessions.

StreamYard  I was sent this website by a client and decided to test it for myself.  I opted for a free account and did my first test by doing a live stream to my Facebook Group. The simplicity amazed me!  I did not need to add any built-in stream keys from Facebook.  The free version allows you to connect to one destination. You should opt-in for the upgrade for $250.00 a year or $25.00 monthly.  This allows you to stream live to Facebook, YouTube, Linkedin, and X, by simply attaching your social site URL and confirming.  You can add custom banners, a news-like ticker at the bottom, and backgrounds.  StreamYard Increased the price from $25.00 to $44.00 a month in October 2024. Facebook dropped third Party Apps from Groups.   Share a link from YouTube and create an Event on your Facebook Group page.

Zoom now is well known and after solving hopefully some security issues allows you to stream your session live on Facebook.  Some can be video or audio and the ability to record and save to a hard drive or on the Zoom cloud.  Allows customized groups ( upgrade).  I record my podcast on Zoom download the audio to my edit software and then upload my podcast to my host platform. Use RSS feed for  Apple and Google Podcast Platforms. People who have never done any virtual education or virtual work with clients are using Zoom as a business tool.  

Facebook Live is popular for your personal page, business page, and groups.  

OBS Studio  Is an open-source broadcast studio and is tech-savvy. Multiple cameras. You set scenes and load the stream keys from the social platforms you want to broadcast to.  Go and visit the website link and take a look around.  For the Tech-Savvy!

YouTube Live  I would use StreamYard for the YouTube live stream. The link provided helps run you through the process for YouTube.

Linkedin last I checked is still asking for an application.  The link includes tutorials for application and PDF instructions for other live hardware/software options. They require A third part connection stream service. StreamYard is one such stream option.

Other Live Options 

Wirecast

Easy Live

Brand live

Switcher Studio

Offline ways to reach your markets include Facebook/Instagram reels. YouTube shorts. All are on your mobile device.

These are recommendations.  I do not represent any of the businesses linked.  Simply passing information for education purposes.

Hurdie Burk

Update. Facebook may or may not allow a third party service connected to a Facebook Group. They stopped some API applications effective April 1.

Create Short Video Clips Answering top 10 Questions Ask About Product or Service

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Are you directly addressing the questions your potential customers ask daily about your products or services? If not, you're missing a significant opportunity!

YouTube is an excellent platform for businesses to answer common customer questions. Its robust sharing features—including direct links for social media, embed codes for websites and blogs, and messenger links—make it easy for your videos to reach a wider audience. By sharing YouTube video links, you enable consumers in your local market to easily discover your business.

Why Mobile and Local Search Matter

Today, mobile devices are the primary search tool. Google's search algorithms implicitly understand "near me" and "nearby" queries, along with similar phrases like "close by." This is particularly important because Google now prioritizes mobile indexing.

To leverage this, identify the top 10 questions customers ask about your business. Search these questions on your mobile device to see how consumers phrase their inquiries. This research will guide you in creating short, targeted videos that directly address customer needs during their search. Knowing your target market is key to success!

Getting Started with YouTube Short Videos

If you already have a YouTube channel, download the YouTube app and sign in with your account. Use the app to record your question-and-answer videos, fill in the details, and upload them. Once your videos are on your channel, start sharing them with your target audience.

YouTube shorts 15 seconds -3 minutes and will populate as a playlist on your channel.

By proactively providing helpful information, you'll build brand awareness and generate sales leads. Consumers often research businesses thoroughly before making contact, so meeting them with valuable content positions you as a trusted resource.

Potential clients search for information. They want education and personalization. Create the short videos as if you're having a conversation.  

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YouTube Studio Beta New Look

Have you seen the new YouTube Studio beta?    Find the new look in a link on your channel.  When signed into YouTube.

YouTube will allow a switch back to creator studio when confused on the new tool usage.  Very soon all YouTube channels will be switched.

Now is a great time for learning all the ways to use the channel.  My first impression was confusion.  

Once I figured out the navigation the channel was easier and fun to work within. 

Repetition and discovery learning will help you through the navigation process.  YouTube needed a new look and added tools to meet the way we search for content.

Most of the tools on the channel remain the same. YouTube will offer news and ideas for you. Basic analytics will give a quick channel overview.

My first look and reaction were yikes.  After some time playing around on the channel it grew on me.
Have fun and enjoy the new changes.

Update:  The studio keeps improving. This is an older post. Download the YouTube Studio App.

YouTube Studio Beta

Learn More on the Google support page.

How to Loop a Video On Your YouTube Channel

Did you know you have the ability to loop a video on your YouTube Channel?   I actually went to Loom and created a short video tutorial.

One more feature highlighted is creating a URL from a starting point on your video.

I went to a video on my YouTube channel.  I did a right click on Video and did a check mark on Loop my video.

I went to my blog page and first did a share link of the same video and it did not loop.  I also copied the embed code and added to the HTML box and did a test on the loop feature.  The video did not loop on my blog and did show related plays.

The video loops on my channel but not using the link provided by YouTube.  The link provided by YouTube

Here is the Embed of the video I did a check mark to loop on my channel. Does not loop on embed.

There is no longer a stop related plays when you use embed.  This was one of the nice features not to show other videos once finished.  Build a playlist.

YouTube Premium

Google Premium a nice bundled paid membership.

On your channel click your picture top right and corner then scroll down to Paid Memberships

This screenshot will appear to learn more and offer.

Once on your channel,  learn more about each service.
Another way to access information? Google Search for Google Premium.