218: Is Video Necessary for Podcasting? [Podcasting Tips for Beginners]

Is video actually necessary for podcasting in 2026? In today’s episode, I’m sharing my answer to that question, and it might surprise you. Because simply turning on a camera isn’t a growth strategy. Clocking In with Haylee Gaffin is produced by Gaffin Creative, a podcast production company for creative entrepreneurs. Learn more about our services at Gaffincreative.com, plus you’ll also find resources, show notes, and more for the Clocking In Podcast.Find It Quickly: Video isn’t the strategy, it’s the format (1:11)Podcasting and YouTubing are not the same thing (2:15)The rise of video podcasting (4:22)The real cost of video (5:10)If you’re going to do YouTube, consider Shorts (8:38)You don’t need full video production to benefit from video (9:33)Is video necessary for podcasting in 2026? (11:42)Defining a podcast (12:37)Permission to podcast your way (14:47)Mentioned in this Episode:What Is a Podcast? Podcast Industry Taskforce Forms to Determine Definition and More: hollywoodreporter.com/business/digital/podcast-industry-taskforce-formsConnect with Haylee:Soundboard Society: gaffincreative.com/soundboardInstagram: instagram.com/hayleegaffinWebsite: gaffincreative.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.