E691 - Setting up Your Podcast on Your YouTube Channel and a Warning For Your Show Notes - Podcasting Tips

Episode 691 - Setting up Your Podcast on Your YouTube Channel and a Warning For Your Show NotesEpisode SummaryDave breaks down how podcasters can take advantage of YouTube’s new podcast playlist option and shares key advice to avoid common pitfalls. If you’re adding your podcast to YouTube or want to optimize your channel, these tips are a must-hear.HighlightsYouTube Now Supports Podcast Playlists:Turn your playlist of podcast episodes into an official podcast on YouTube—easy to set up and can improve your search visibility.Personal Experience:Dave reports that uploading podcasts to YouTube helped boost one show to #2 in Google search results, right next to his website.Two Essential Tips for Podcasters on YouTube1. Create a Separate Email Address for Your YouTube ChannelDon’t use your main Google/Gmail account for your show’s YouTube channel.Set up a new Gmail address specific to your podcast.This shields your personal email, Google Drive, and other services if YouTube ever takes action against your channel.2. Be Careful with Website LinksAvoid posting the full URL if your guest's website is not "https..." - an "http..." website is not "secure" and that is what YouTube flagged and threatened me with (including “http://...”) to your guests’ websites in your YouTube show notes.If a guest’s website ever gets flagged as unsafe or taken down, your YouTube channel could also get flagged.Use shortened or simple versions of the website address to direct listeners (e.g., just the domain name). Instead of "https://howtopodcast.ca/" just put "howtopodcast.ca" leaving off the first part of their web address - if their website has the "https" in the address you are safe to post the entire website domain!This keeps your channel safe from unexpected warnings or takedowns unrelated to your own content.Key TakeawaysFuture-proof your YouTube presence with a separate email and safe linking practices.If you have questions about setting up your YouTube channel or uploading your podcast, Dave invites you to reach out via howtopodcast.ca.Thanks for listening! Get out there, start your podcast, and don’t forget—your unique story matters.___If you need help with your podcast please contact https://howtopodcast.ca/