The Kevin Kolbe Show

Well snap, YouTube says its my 9th birthday, well in channel years. Sharing the 9 lessons learned along the way. Need help? Book a call → https://kevinkolbe.com/coachingWhat I used to make this video• Camera: https://amzn.to/4t5Jv7l• Mic: https://amzn.to/4c48PV0• Mic handle: https://amzn.to/4rbje5C• Tripod/mount: https://amzn.to/45DvsMhSign-up to for more ideas and updates → https://kevin-kolbe.kit.com_________Disclaimer: Some links are affiliate links. If you buy something I may make a small commission at no additional cost to you. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases

YouTube's CEO, Neal Mohan, shared his vision and priorities for YouTube in 2026 and what this means for creators. A couple of the things are really, really cool. Let's talk.Need help? Book a call → https://kevinkolbe.com/coachingWhat I used to make this video• Camera: https://amzn.to/3NugnX5• Lens: https://amzn.to/49vExJq• Mic: https://amzn.to/45k1ZH2• Mic arm: https://amzn.to/3NkWTEn• Light: https://amzn.to/4pLutAE• Monitor: https://amzn.to/4qvC3AT• Computer: https://amzn.to/4jLyR1rAll my gear → https://www.amazon.com/shop/kevinkolbeMy books → https://amzn.to/47nr03PSign-up to for more ideas and updates → https://kevin-kolbe.kit.com• Read the article: https://blog.youtube/inside-youtube/the-future-of-youtube-2026/_________Disclaimer: Some links are affiliate links. If you buy something I may make a small commission at no additional cost to you. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

FOX has announced a major new division all about digital and they're tapping YouTube creators to be their next stars. How could this affect you? Let's talk.All my gear → https://www.amazon.com/shop/kevinkolbeNeed help? Book a call → https://kevinkolbe.com/coachingSign-up to for more ideas and updates → https://kevin-kolbe.kit.comMore about me → https://kevinkolbe.com/_________Disclaimer: Some links are affiliate links. If you buy something I may make a small commission at no additional cost to you. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Sharing my checklist I go through when I get email pitches to determine if the sponsorship offer is real or a scam. These are the actual steps I go thru to protect myself and hopefully you too.Sign-up to my free newsletter → https://kevin-kolbe.kit.com/Get your Created to Create merch → https://kevinkolbe-shop.fourthwall.comCheck out my books → https://amzn.to/4nNsw5LMy gear and other cool stuff → https://www.amazon.com/shop/kevinkolbeNeed help? Book a call → https://kevinkolbe.com/coaching⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯Some links are affiliate links. If you buy something I may make a small commission. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Yeah AI is here and all but is it really all that? How do you compete or even beat AI? Recently the head of Instagram, Adam Mosseri shared his vision for the future of IG and creators. Let's talk.All my gear → https://www.amazon.com/shop/kevinkolbeNeed help? Book a call → https://kevinkolbe.com/coachingSign-up to for more ideas and updates → https://kevin-kolbe.kit.comMore about me → https://kevinkolbe.com/Read the post: https://www.instagram.com/p/DS7pz7-DuZG_________Disclaimer: Some links are affiliate links. If you buy something I may make a small commission at no additional cost to you. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

If you're waiting to make videos until you have the "best camera", this video's for you.Sign-up for my free newsletter → https://kevin-kolbe.kit.com/This is the set-up I used to make this video• Phone → https://amzn.to/4rk6wCs• Mic → https://amzn.to/3KmuHQ8• Tripod → https://amzn.to/4odSqjq• Phone mount → https://amzn.to/4pysXT1• Pocket 3 → https://amzn.to/4oic6Ts• Light → https://bit.ly/48vOhTgGet your Created to Create merch → https://kevinkolbe-shop.fourthwall.comBefore you buy any gear, watch these videos next: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMbt3nj33n2FCw-1bF6sZQrAk-2fsVDcgDisclaimer: Some links are affiliate links. If you buy something I may make a small commission. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

YouTube can overwhelm you with stats but sometimes they can show you something that can really help you keep creating. Let's talk.Need help? Book a call → https://kevinkolbe.com/coachingGear I used for this video• Camera: https://amzn.to/4psO2O4• Mic: https://amzn.to/49bGhHx• Mini Tripod: https://amzn.to/45KOxvQAll my gear → https://www.amazon.com/shop/kevinkolbeSign-up to for more ideas and updates → https://kevin-kolbe.kit.comMore about me → https://kevinkolbe.com/_________Disclaimer: Some links are affiliate links. If you buy something I may make a small commission at no additional cost to you. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Tom Buck joins me to talk about his journey from high school teacher to full-time YouTuber, including being named the Rode People’s Choice Creator of the Year. We also chat about his love for tech, how he handles brands and sponsorships, and his thoughts on AI. Need help? Book a call → https://kevinkolbe.com/coachingSign-up to get free creative ideas, updates, and encouragement too! → https://kevin-kolbe.kit.com/Links to check out• Resources I use and recommend → https://kevinkolbe.com/resources• Created to Create merch → https://kevinkolbe-shop.fourthwall.com• My books → https://kevinkolbe.com/books• My video podcast desk setup → https://kevinkolbe.com/my-desk-setupConnect with Tom• https://www.youtube.com/@tombuck• https://himynameistom.com/_________Disclaimer: Some links are affiliate links. If you buy something I may make a small commission at no additional cost to you. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

If you’re ready to get started on YouTube but you don’t know what to do, let me help. In this video, you’ll learn how to find your niche, how to find video ideas, be comfortable on camera, shortcuts to make videos - even your first video - how to upload a YouTube video, what makes a great thumbnails and settings to get the most out of your YouTube channel. By the end of this video, you’ll have the information and encouragement you need to do YouTube.Need help? Book a call → https://kevinkolbe.com/coachingSign-up for my free newsletter → https://kevin-kolbe.kit.com/Get your Created to Create merch → https://kevinkolbe-shop.fourthwall.comMy gear and other cool stuff → https://www.amazon.com/shop/kevinkolbeDisclaimer: Some links are affiliate links. If you buy something I may make a small commission. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Over the last few months, I've gotten a lot of great questions so in this podcast, I'm answering those questions to help you create. Let's go.Get your Created to Create merch → https://kevinkolbe-shop.fourthwall.comCheck out my books → https://amzn.to/4nNsw5LMy gear and other cool stuff → https://www.amazon.com/shop/kevinkolbeDisclaimer: Some links are affiliate links. If you buy something I may make a small commission at no additional cost to you. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Breaking down the different types of YouTube videos you can make, some pros and cons of each one, and examples too. Sign-up for my free newsletter → https://kevin-kolbe.kit.com/Need help? Book a call → https://kevinkolbe.com/coachingChannels mentioned• https://www.youtube.com/@UCei6wyubYC1I1FwZ54LZFiA• https://www.youtube.com/@UCtinbF-Q-fVthA0qrFQTgXQ• https://www.youtube.com/@CinemaStix• https://www.youtube.com/@ColinandSamir•https://www.youtube.com/@UCKQGbLqpXP7f074dydjZrEg• https://www.youtube.com/@UCYlZLHOzom9-MryCEodaoXg• https://www.youtube.com/@UCIKOy_q2VWDv1vzeoi7KgNw• https://www.youtube.com/@UCVfwlh9XpX2Y_tQfjeln9QA My books → https://amzn.to/4nNsw5LDisclaimer: Some links are affiliate links. If you buy something I may make a small commission. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

In this episode, Kevin Kolbe talks with radio veteran Bill Jordan about his amazing 40-year career and creative life after retirement. Bill discusses his book "Embrace the Boom," sharing insights on stoicism, aging gracefully, and living with purpose. Need help? Book a coaching call → https://kevinkolbe.com/coachingSign-up to my free newsletter → https://kevin-kolbe.kit.com/Get Bill’s book → https://amzn.to/46QAt5cConnect with Bill → https://billjordanembracetheboom.comListen to our original podcast → https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/2guystalkingabout/⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯Some links are affiliate links. If you buy something I may make a small commission. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

It's Giving Tuesday so I'm sharing some real stories of giving and receiving in real life.Please consider supporting this amazing nonprofit organizations• Make-A-Wish: https://wish.org/• Compassion International: https://www.compassion.com• Samaritans Purse: https://samaritanspurse.org/Here are some videos that go along with this video. Enjoy• https://youtu.be/5uVnL1XnhIE• https://youtu.be/1TX_YuIvq-w• https://youtu.be/wJ4JpRMyE3YThen the king will reply to them, ‘I assure you that when you have done it for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you have done it for me. [Matthew 25:40]

If you're ready to do your first video, or recorded a video, but editing freaks you out, try one of this ideas to get that video on YouTube.Get my book Live Streaming Made Easy → https://amzn.to/3KUaEFKLive streaming and recording options I mentioned• Ecamm Live → https://www.ecamm.com/mac/ecammlive?fp_ref=kevin23• StreamYard → https://streamyard.com/?fpr=kevinkolbe• Riverside → https://riverside.sjv.io/qz65OLNeed help? Book a call → https://kevinkolbe.com/coachingSign-up to my free newsletter → https://kevin-kolbe.kit.com/My gear and other cool stuff → https://www.amazon.com/shop/kevinkolbe⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯This video is not sponsored. Some links are affiliate links. If you buy something I may make a small commission. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

If you are so ready to start but keep waiting for that right time, watch this now.Sign-up for my free newsletter → https://kevin-kolbe.kit.com/Get your Created to Create merch → https://kevinkolbe-shop.fourthwall.comCheck out my books → https://amzn.to/4nNsw5LMy gear and other cool stuff → https://www.amazon.com/shop/kevinkolbe“You have made my life no longer than the width of my hand. My entire lifetime is just a moment to you; at best, each of us is but a breath.” Psalms‬ ‭39‬:‭5‬Disclaimer: Some links are affiliate links. If you buy something I may make a small commission. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Talking with Jason T. Lewis from Painfully Honest Tech about the creator economy and his recent decision to change how he approaches YouTube sponsorships and brand deals. We also talk about his creative journey along the way and his advice for anyone wanting to get started. Let's go!Need help? Book a call → https://kevinkolbe.com/coachingSign-up to my free newsletter → https://kevin-kolbe.kit.com/My gear and other cool stuff → https://www.amazon.com/shop/kevinkolbeConnect with Jason• https://www.youtube.com/@painfullyhonesttech• https://www.youtube.com/@jason-t-lewis• https://jasontlewis.com/⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯Some links are affiliate links. If you buy something I may make a small commission. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Before Lainey Wilson became the huge Country Music Star and TV actress, we talked about her roots in country music and her advice for anyone wanting to follow in her music footsteps. Think you'll get a kick out of this never before seen interview with Lainey Wilson.Need help? Book a call → https://kevinkolbe.com/coachingSign-up to my free newsletter → https://kevin-kolbe.kit.com/My gear and other cool stuff → https://www.amazon.com/shop/kevinkolbeLainey's Amazon store: https://amzn.to/47YipW9More about Deep South: https://www.deepsouthentertainment.com/⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯Some links are affiliate links. If you buy something I may make a small commission. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

A new report has some surprising and exciting news about sponsorships on YouTube. Let’s dive into the takeaways and talk about the potential of making money on YouTube. This video is sponsored by Riverside. Use my code KEVINKOLBE and save 15% off - https://riverside.sjv.io/qz65OLNeed help? Book a call → https://kevinkolbe.com/coachingSign-up to my free newsletter → https://kevin-kolbe.kit.com/My video desk set-up → https://amzn.to/3KVnab9Videos mentioned• https://youtu.be/nD8qJGsDwE4• https://youtu.be/jxJB3CBHmLA• https://youtu.be/DwaVTFvW-9Q• https://youtu.be/OMJRewPA_mQ• https://youtu.be/iZTUDzcvRFA⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯Some links are affiliate links. If you buy something I may make a small commission. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Nothing worse than getting an email that you're using copyrighted material. Unless you're not. Here's what happened to me and how to fight it if it happens to you too.Need help? Book a call → https://kevinkolbe.com/coachingSign-up to my free newsletter → https://kevin-kolbe.kit.com/Legit music sites you can use:• Upbeat → https://share.uppbeat.io/kevinkolbe• Soundstripe → https://soundstripe.com/start/?fpr=kevinkolbe• Creator Mix (Nick and Dee’s site) → https://creatormix.com• YouTube MusicMy video desk set-up → https://amzn.to/3KVnab9⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯Some links are affiliate links. If you buy something I may make a small commission. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Jeff Bartsch is a veteran Hollywood editor including shows like American Ninja Warrior (one of my favorites!). Jeff shares his journey, creative process, and editing tips that will help anyone from beginner to pro. ☎️ Book a coaching call → https://kevinkolbe.com/coaching🗞️ Get my free newsletter → https://kevin-kolbe.kit.com/Connect with Jeff• Linkedin → https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-bartsch• His book → https://amzn.to/4mjk8KA⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯Some links are affiliate links. If you buy something I may make a small commission. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.