

Social Media Marketing Talk Show
Michael Stelzner, Social Media Examiner
Get expert opinions on the latest social media marketing news, from Social Media Examiner. This show shares only the news you need to know. You’ll gain quick insight that could provide you a competitive advantage. Watch the live show at SocialMediaExaminer.com/liveshow
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Oct 27, 2025 • 12min
LinkedIn Updates: Competitor Research, User Privacy, Campaign Tools, and More
Judi Fox, a LinkedIn strategist and creator of the LinkedIn Business Accelerator Program, dives into the latest LinkedIn product updates. She reveals that competitor analytics have now moved behind a $99 paywall, making it harder for users to view trending posts. Judi also discusses significant privacy policy changes and the option for users to opt-out of AI training. For small businesses, she highlights new advertising tools that streamline audience targeting and integrate with design platforms. She concludes with insights on conversion lift testing to measure ad impact.

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Oct 20, 2025 • 19min
YouTube Updates: Collaboration Opportunities, Shorts Features, Creator Tools, and More
Discover the latest YouTube features for creators! Explore the new collaboration tagging that enhances subscriber growth, and learn about linkable Shorts with AI product tagging. Delve into member-only live stream options that drive FOMO, and find out how to auto-generate Shorts from live content. Plus, dive into the power of YouTube courses for creator education and the innovative use of AI in video editing. Don't miss tips on improving comment management and A/B testing for titles and thumbnails!

Oct 13, 2025 • 13min
TikTok Updates: Trends Insights, New Ads, Attribution Enhancements, and More
Discover the latest TikTok updates that have marketers buzzing! Dive into AI-powered trend insights for quick content creation and explore fully automated Smart Plus ads that revolutionize campaign strategies. Learn about unique travel ad formats tailored for the travel industry and the integration of analytics for enhanced conversion tracking. Hear insider tips on leveraging TikTok's live streams for course sales and the importance of jumping on breaking news. Get the scoop on how creators can maximize their impact on this dynamic platform!

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Oct 10, 2025 • 43min
New AI Marketing Study: 60% Do This Daily...
In this insightful discussion, Michael Stelzner, founder of Social Media Examiner and author of the 2025 AI Marketing Industry Report, reveals that 60% of marketers now use AI daily. He explains the surprising lack of job displacement concerns among marketers. The conversation highlights a significant jump in AI adoption and the biggest challenge marketers face: mastering AI tools. Michael also shares insights on emerging platforms like Google Gemini and the need for educators to focus on prompting and automation in their AI training.

Oct 6, 2025 • 12min
Instagram Updates: Edits App Features, Inbox Tools, Pinnable Comments, and More
Discover the latest Instagram updates as the guest dives into the app's impressive growth to 3 billion users, thanks to features like messaging, Reels, and recommendations. Learn about the new iPad app designed for an immersive Reels experience and how users can now pin their own comments for calls to action. Explore user-controlled algorithm tuning for personalized content and the introduction of new inbox tools to better manage DMs. Plus, find out about the innovative Shots feature for sharing unedited photos with mutual followers.

Sep 29, 2025 • 20min
Facebook Updates: Brand Tools, New Ads, Creator APIs, and More
We explore the latest Facebook updates with Jerry Potter featuring Tara Zirker on the Social Media Marketing Talk Show.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Sep 22, 2025 • 20min
LinkedIn Updates: Profile Engagement, Post Analytics, Comment Changes, and More
Judi Fox, a LinkedIn strategist and instructor of the LinkedIn Business Accelerator Program, shares insights on the latest LinkedIn updates. She discusses new profile notifications that help creators track performance and dark social engagement. Furthermore, Judi highlights recent changes to page-level comment controls and LinkedIn's efforts to combat low-quality interactions. She also dives into best practices for video content, making this discussion a must-listen for marketers looking to optimize their LinkedIn presence.

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Sep 15, 2025 • 13min
YouTube Updates: Video Tools, Branded Content Features, and More
Discover the latest updates from YouTube that promise to revolutionize video creation and engagement. Learn about innovative features, including shortcuts, automatic dubbing, and fresh video templates designed to enhance accessibility and viewer interaction. Delve into the impact of AI in marketing and how content creators must elevate video quality to keep audiences captivated. Plus, the introduction of moderated comments aims to foster a more committed community on the platform.

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Sep 8, 2025 • 13min
TikTok Updates: Retargeting, Hashtag Limits, and More
Keenya Kelly, a TikTok and Instagram Reels expert and host of the If You Create It podcast, shares her insights on the latest TikTok updates. She discusses the expansion of TikTok's affiliate program, allowing creators to partner with local businesses. The conversation touches on new retargeting features and hashtag limits, exploring how these changes could reshape marketing strategies. Keenya also highlights opportunities for coaches to leverage the platform and promotes a forthcoming marketing conference.

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Sep 1, 2025 • 28min
Instagram Updates: Reels Tools, Insights, Content Reach, and More
Chelsea Peitz, a social media expert and author, dives into Instagram's latest features that reshape content creation. She covers the new repost and linking functionalities, emphasizing their potential for collaboration. The discussion also highlights the Reels map and friends tab, addressing privacy concerns. Chelsea shares insights on editing tools and analytics, revealing new metrics for audience engagement. Plus, she explores accessibility in reels with caption contrast and the importance of adapting content strategies for evolving Instagram features.


