The Instagram Stories - Social Media News
The ultimate destination for the latest in social media news, focusing on Instagram and TikTok. The show features exclusive audio clips from the voices behind the platforms, giving updates and insider insights. Whether you're a creator, marketer, or social media enthusiast, stay ahead of the curve and on top of social media news with 'The Instagram Stories'.
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Latest episodes
Oct 10, 2024 • 32min
10-10-24 -TikTok Partners with Headspace and Joey Kushinski from Smart Post App stops by
Show Notes:Prioritizing our community's mental health with Headspace and enhanced resources (TikTok)Threads working on Posting Reels from the Compose Box (Threads)I interview Joey Kushinski, co-founder of SmartPost App, about the features and benefits of the social media scheduling and content creation tool. Joey is a passionate business leader with a background in computer science, and co-founder of Smart Post App LLC. He is dedicated to improving productivity across social media platforms for Smart Post App's users. Smart Post App is a versatile platform that simplifies social media management for users. Available across iOS, Android, and the web, it streamlines the process of creating and scheduling content. Users can compose their posts within the app and seamlessly share them across multiple social media platforms. By allowing content creation at users’ convenience and strategic posting during peak engagement times, Smart Post App enhances productivity and audience interaction. In this interview, we discuss the origins of SmartPost App, its unique advantages compared to competitors like Buffer and Hootsuite, and how it helps users manage and schedule their social media posts effectively. Joey also talks about recent and upcoming features including image editing, AI integration, and YouTube Shorts support. Additionally, Joey shares his passion for drag racing and how technology intersects with this hobby. Find Out More About Joey and the Smart Post App: Smart Post App - https://smartpostapp.com/Smart Post App Medium - https://medium.com/@smartpostappInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/smart_post_appYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/pyraego
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Oct 7, 2024 • 11min
10-7-24 - YouTube Shorts Are Finally Longer Than 60 seconds! And Adam Mosseri talks hooks
Show Notes:Introducing: Longer Shorts! More info for Creators (YouTube)Adam Mosseri Talks Video Hooks (Instagram)
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Oct 3, 2024 • 7min
10-3-24 - Instagram Launches a Best Practices Section and Lindsay Gamble Talks TikTok Stories
Show Notes:Instagram Best Practices for Creators (Instagram Blog)Add Surprise to your Stories on TikTok with Flip Stories (TikTok Blog)Follow Lindsey Gamble :Threads: https://www.threads.net/@lindseygamble_LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsey-gamble/
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Sep 30, 2024 • 12min
9-30-24 - The Head of Instagram answers if it's ok to edit video outside of Instagram
Show Notes: Instagram's New Sonic Branding (Instagram)
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Sep 26, 2024 • 11min
9-26-24 - Mark Zuckerberg announces a lot at Meta Connect
Show Notes:Meta Connect Keynote (Meta)
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Sep 23, 2024 • 10min
9-23-24 - The Head of Instagram Discusses Tracking Saves and Close Friends
Show Notes:
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Sep 18, 2024 • 11min
9-18-24 - YouTube Announces New Features and Instagram Changes Policies for Teens
Show Notes:YouTube Creator Event Announcements (YouTube)Introducing Instagram Teen Accounts: Built-In Protections for Teens, Peace of Mind for Parents (Meta)Instagram Strategies for Stories (@Creators)
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Sep 17, 2024 • 7min
9-16-24 - The Head of Instagram answers if editing a post affects reach
Show Notes:My latest Reel (Instagram)
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Sep 13, 2024 • 7min
9-13-24 - Instagram and TikTok both let you edit posts after you've created them
Show Notes:TikTok Announces Partnership with the Washington Capitals (TikTok)TikTok allows delete and editing of posts (LinkedIn)Instagram delete and re-edit with Jenn Herman (Instagram)Instagram Testing "Carousel Mode" for Reels (Threads)
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Sep 10, 2024 • 26min
9-10-24 - Do Reels Covers Matter and Lindsey Gamble Talks Mastering Influencer Marketing
In this episode, we dive deep into the world of influencer marketing and content creation with Lindsay Gamble, a leading consultant and advisor in the creator economy. From his early days as a hip hop blogger to mastering Threads and other social media platforms, Lindsay shares valuable insights on building a personal brand, staying ahead of industry trends, and creating content that resonates.Lindsey Gamble is an influencer marketing and creator economy consultant, advisor, and speaker. Using his experience building influencer marketing programs for enterprise consumer brands and his deep understanding of the creator economy, he leads brands in entering new trends within the creator economy. He has previously worked with brands like PayPal, Tyson Foods, SharkNinja, Weber Grills, Fanatics, HotelTonight, Burt’s Bees, The Scott’s Company, and GoPro.He also writes a weekly newsletter that breaks down creator economy news and trends, providing actionable insights for creators and brands. The newsletter was named one of the best marketing newsletters to subscribe to in 2024 by Buffer.Lindsey's work and expertise have earned him recognition as a Top Voice in the Creator Economy by LinkedIn and a Top Creator Economy and Influencer Marketing Expert by Business Insider.Quotes from this interview: "If you're passionate about something and you create content over time, you can create opportunities." "What I love about Threads is because it's connected to Instagram, you're able to still build off your Instagram presence, but it's another way to really share text-heavy content." On Threads: "You get those early adoptive benefits, but also you can fail early in some cases." "As a marketer, I think it's important to understand what the platforms care about so you can start creating content that leans into that." "I think most brands should be creator-first and think about those relationships." Follow Lindsey:Threads: https://www.threads.net/@lindseygamble_ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsey-gamble/
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