In this episode of the Headliner Podcast, hosts Nicholas and Elissa explore YouTube's exciting new features for podcasters in 2026. They discuss how these tools aim to simplify podcasting and why creators should take advantage of YouTube's growing investment in the medium.

From AI-enhanced editing to expanded thumbnail testing, Nicholas and Elissa break down the benefits of these updates to help podcasters reach a wider audience. With over 1 billion monthly podcast listeners on YouTube, they stress the importance of starting now to enjoy the advantages of early adoption.

They also share practical tips for establishing a presence on YouTube, including creating a podcast playlist, optimizing file names, and using Headliner’s tools for smooth content transformation. Additionally, they highlight the value of audience engagement through YouTube's comments to build community and grow your channel.

Don’t miss this insightful episode that will help you navigate the evolving landscape of podcasting on YouTube!

(00:00) YouTube announced a bunch of new features for podcasters in 2026

(01:52) Transform audio to video with audiograms

(02:20) YouTube is increasing its investment in podcasting with new tools and features

(06:15) YouTube is massive for podcasting already

(09:50) Getting started with YouTube is super easy.

(15:06) Get on YouTube as soon as possible

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