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This week, Josh is joined by special cohost Kaya Yurieff. Kaya is Team Leader for the Creator Economy beat at The Information, and originally scooped the news that TikTok would be shutting down ahead of its supposed ban. Now that the ban has been delayed for 75 days, Kaya joins the show to talk about what happens now.Here's what we discussed:Follow Kaya Yurieff on LinkedIn!Kaya's profile on The Information.Inauguration Day’s Trump-Tech ExtravaganzaThese Influencers Helped Get Trump Elected. Now They're Ready to PartyLet’s Make a Deal—for TikTok — The InformationU.S. TikTok Employees Flee to Meta, Google — The InformationInstagram Courts TikTok Creators With Big Cash Bonuses — The Information‘The vibes were off’: How half a day without TikTok changed everythingTrump signs order delaying TikTok ban: What happens now? Creator Upload Socials:YOUTUBEINSTAGRAMTIKTOK

We welcome Lauren back to the studio for the closing days of social media's most impactful app of the last 10 years. TikTok is set to shut down on Sunday January 19, and we're here to discuss it. Plus: the tech elite are cozying to Trump's ways, and Ms. Rachel's empire grows.Here's what we covered today:TikTok reportedly plans ‘immediate’ Sunday shutdown in the US if it’s banned - The VergeSenators who passed the TikTok ban are realizing a lot of people won't like it - TubefilterTikTok ban: Sen. Markey tries to give a 270 day extension - The VergeThe TikTok ban might give "Chinese Instagram" the opening it needs to break into the U.S. - TubefilterWhy TikTok Users Are Downloading ‘Red Note,’ the Chinese App - The New York TimesWill YouTube be the new TikTok? It's pushing longer Shorts and more creation tools - TubefilterTech advocates and celebs are mad at Mark Zuckerberg, so they're raising $30 million to build a social network he can't control - TubefilterInside Mark Zuckerberg’s Sprint to Remake Meta for the Trump Era - The New York TimesNetflix wants to keep pace with YouTube among toddlers, so it struck a deal with Ms. Rachel - Tubefilter Creator Upload Socials:YOUTUBEINSTAGRAMTIKTOK

Today Josh is joined by temporary co-host Adam Conner (long-time producer of Creator Upload). We kick off 2025 with a few major headlines about ad networks rising to compete with YouTube and big fact check changes at Meta...oh, and by the way, a huge YouTube star has returned.New year, same us!Here's what we covered today:There are many ways to contribute to victims of the LA Fires. One mentioned on today's show is via Airbnb. More on that here.Comcast just made a platform to "steal" ad dollars from YouTube - TubefilterHoney's business model is "an adpocalypse all day every day" for creators. LegalEagle just filed a class action suit to get them paid. - TubefilterIs the Honey influencer marketing scam an isolated incident or a sign of a bigger problem? - TubefilterMeta axes fact-checking program, is working with Trump administration to "promote free expression" - TubefilterMeta’s Fact-Checking Reversal Ups Ante for YouTube — The InformationDavid Dobrik is vlogging on YouTube again - TubefilterNick DiGiovanni is trying a new recipe for YouTube content - TubefilterCaleb Pressley and Glenny Balls leave Barstool and take Sundae Conversation with them - DexertoTikTok Shop Rival Whatnot Raises Funds at $5 Billion Valuation - Bloomberg If you liked producer Adam on the show, follow him here. Creator Upload Socials:YOUTUBEINSTAGRAMTIKTOK

In our 2024 finale episode, Josh and Lauren give us some long shots on what's likely to arise in the creator economy for 2025. Also, we chat about TikTok's case getting picked up by the Supreme Court, monetization on Twitch vs YouTube, and creators now having the ability to consent to AI usage of their content.Happy birthday to our co-hosts!!Here's more detail on what we covered today:TikTok finally scores a win: the Supreme Court will hear its caseTikTok CEO meets with Trump as the platform tries to avoid a ban - The VergeThe Twitch VOD situation is crazy - TubefilterYouTube will let creators consent to AI training (and opt them out by default) - TubefilterYouTube Teams With CAA to Let Talent Identify — and Pull Down — AI Deepfakes of ThemselvesJosh's key prediction is around TikTok Shop. The momentum is headed their way: TikTok Shop is outperforming Shein and Sephora among US shoppers onlineLauren's key prediction is around niche communities and their infrastructure. More there: Who's hiring in the creator economy? 3 key takeaways on the state of jobs in the industry and what to expect in 2025 Creator Upload Socials:YOUTUBEINSTAGRAMTIKTOK

Josh and Lauren chat about the TikTok ban which is now likely headed to the Supreme Court, Instagram's new "Trial Reel" feature (dark posts, anyone?), and Alex Cooper's newly-launched Unwell Hydration.Drink up!Here's what we covered this week:Trisha Paytas is following up her 'SNL' cameo with a one-night-only Broadway show - TubefilterD.C. Court of Appeals upholds U.S. TikTok ban, setting up likely Supreme Court case - TubefilterU.S. TikTokers are preparing for a ban by promoting their YouTube and Instagram channels - TubefilterInstagram gives creators a trial run for their Reels - TubefilterCall Her Daddy Star Alex Cooper Launches Unwell Hydration With Nestlé - Business Insider Unwell Hydration (@drinkunwell) • Instagram photos and videosPodcasters influenced the 2024 election, so Spotify is setting up shop in D.C. - Tubefilter Creator Upload Socials:YOUTUBEINSTAGRAMTIKTOK

Josh and Lauren are back to regale us with tales of Thanksgiving and Black Friday (including one creator who made serious bank!) before diving into the headlines du jour. Up first: judging from TikTok Shop and a new beta on Facebook... are we about to enter the "monetize everything" era of content? Then, Cameo cozying up to creators and the Beast Games PR push begins.Here are the main topics we covered this week:A creator earned $2 million during one single Black Friday livestream on TikTok - TubefilterHas "micro-creator monetization" come to Facebook? - TubefilterCameo welcomes over 31,000 self-enrolled creators with CameoX | Marketing DiveAmazon's 'Beast Games' PR sweep brings Jimmy Donaldson to Roblox, chart-topping podcasts - TubefilterAlso, platforms are beginning to unleash their year-end reviews. Have you checked out your Spotify Wrapped? Well, now they have one for creators.Our Wrapped for Creators Experience Toasts 2024 Podcast ListeningAnd YouTube, of course, has its own wrap-up. (Pour one out for Rewind.)The Year on YouTube: Takeaways from Trends Around the World Creator Upload Socials:YOUTUBEINSTAGRAMTIKTOK

Josh and Lauren are back to banter over the creator headlines that matter this week. On tap: generative AI seems to be growing up. Between new launches in Hollywood and the platform landscape, we’re curious about the long term implications of this specific tech on the lives of creatives.That plus a refresh for Instagram, all coming up.Here‘s what we covered this week:https://www.tubefilter.com/2024/11/19/promise-generative-ai-hollywood-studio-george-strompolos-jamie-byrne/https://www.tubefilter.com/2024/11/15/tiktok-youtube-generative-ai-ads-symphony-demand-gen/https://www.tubefilter.com/2024/11/18/jake-paul-mike-tyson-influencer-boxing-match-netflix-reaction/https://www.tubefilter.com/2024/11/19/agentio-influencer-marketing-brand-creator-matchmaking-series-a-funding/https://techcrunch.com/2024/11/19/instagram-will-soon-let-you-reset-your-recommendation-algorithm/ Creator Upload Socials:YOUTUBEINSTAGRAMTIKTOK

Today we welcome a special guest: Andrew Yaffe, the new CEO of Dude Perfect. We discuss his decision to leave the NBA to take a shot on the creator economy, upcoming Dude Perfect content, and the flywheel which creates the Dude Perfect brand ecosystem.Pound It! Noggin! Today we also covered:Kai Cenat overtakes Ironmouse to break Twitch subscriber record for second time - Dexerto Creator Upload Socials:YOUTUBEINSTAGRAMTIKTOK

Well, the 2024 U.S. Presidential election has seen a sweeping Trump win for a second term. On today's episode, we explore what that means for the creator economy over the next few years. We discuss TikTok, the impact of new media, and more. Joining us as special guests are Kaya Yurieff, Team Leader, Creator Economy for The Information, as well as Sam Gutelle, Sr. Editor at Tubefilter.Here are some links elaborating on what we discussed today:Kaya's column on The Information.Follow Kaya Yurieff on LinkedIn.Sam Gutelle's coverage on Tubefilter.Election night coverage has gone online. Here's where people watched the most. - TubefilterOn a big night for conservatives, right-leaning Rumble got its highest-ever peak viewership - TubefilterDid you know Roblox has a TikTok competitor? It just crossed a billion views--and got ads. - TubefilterGet your DMs under control. - The Verge  Creator Upload Socials:YOUTUBEINSTAGRAMTIKTOK

Lauren and Josh are back to discuss YouTube ad revenue pushing Alphabet earnings past projections, Instagram degrading quality on certain content, and other creator economy highlights du jour...including a certain creator, a mega-celebrity, and "Mafiathon 2."Here are more links to what we covered today:Kamala Harris And Tim Walz Launch Their Own Fortnite Map - GameSpotHere’s Tim Walz playing Crazy Taxi. - The VergeWhat would YouTube look like without view counts or upload dates? - TubefilterYouTube ad revenue hits $8.9 billion as upfront deals power Alphabet past Q3 projections - TubefilterInstagram downgrades creators' video quality if it thinks they're not driving enough views - TubefilterPeople are paying thousands to learn how to be creators - Tubefilter2024’s Most Promising Creator Startups — The Information13 creator-economy startups to watch in 2024, according to top VCsKai Cenat’s Mafiathon 2 date revealed at long last in Twitch ad - DexertoTypical Gamer's Fortnite studio has made $7 million so far. What's next? - TubefilterAmazon Invests in Spotter, Which Has Paid Out More Than $940 Million to Creators Creator Upload Socials:YOUTUBEINSTAGRAMTIKTOK