The ultimate destination for the latest in social media news, focusing on Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, Threads, and Edits. 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 - Social Media News'. Instagram and the Glyph are trademarks of Instagram, LLC in the U.S. and other countries. The publisher, author, and contributing photographers are independent and not affiliated with, endorsed, or sponsored by Instagram, LLC. Instagram and the Glyph are used with permission by Instagram, LLC.
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Episode #1508
New Instagram Wordmark, Reach Myths & Trial Reels Strategy from the Head of Instagram
Aug 18, 202610 min
In this episode of The Instagram Stories - Social Media News , host Daniel Hill breaks down key takeaways from Instagram Head Adam Mosseri's recent Q&A. Learn the design history behind Instagram’s new wordmark logo and whether the main app icon is due for a redesign. We also tackle common growth and algorithm myths—including whether switching to a business account hurts your reach, if editing captions resets post performance, and whether third-party scheduling tools penalize your visibility. Plus, explore strategic tips for testing content with Trial Reels, updates on the upcoming Series feature, and step-by-step navigation for managing blocked accounts. Key Topics Covered: Instagram Wordmark Redesign: Why Adam Mosseri says the new logo nod to the 2016 script style and what's next for the app icon. Algorithm & Reach Myths: The truth about Business vs. Creator accounts, editing captions post-publish, and using third-party schedulers. Trial Reels & Series Features: Best practices for testing video hooks without spamming your feed, plus updates on Instagram's short-form Series format. Account Controls & App Settings: How to check your blocked list and story-hiding settings directly in the app. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
YouTube Partner Program Requirements to Earn Revenue Have Changed
Aug 13, 20269 min
YouTube has increased the requirements to be part of the YouTube Partner Program. It feels like they've moved the goal posts for small creators. In this episode, we discuss the new requirements and get into a bit about why they've made this change. Additionally, Instagram has updated some of their design elements, and a new post from the @creators account helps you think strategically about your Instagram captions. Links: YouTube: Updates to the YouTube Partner Program ( YouTube ) YouTube: YouTube Partner Program Changes - Explained ( YouTube ) Instagram: Built to celebrate creativity: the new Instagram brand identity ( Meta Blog ) Instagram: Strategy for Captions ( Instagram ) Leave a Review of the Podcast: Apple Podcasts Connect with me on Instagram: @danielhillmedia Connect with me on Threads: @danielhillmedia Connect with me on YouTube: @danielhill_media The Equipment I Use: Microphone: Shure MV7+ USB-C & XLR Podcast Dynamic Mic with Stand ( Amazon ) Headphones: Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds ( Amazon ) Laptop: Dell Latitude 7320 Detachable Detachable 2-in-1 Laptop Tablet Touch | 13" ( Amazon ) Phone: Samsung S25 Ultra with S-Pen included ( Amazon ) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
When you create content with someone, you can post it as a "collab" - meaning it appears in both of your follower's feeds, and you can both respond to comments and see the analytics to know how it performs. The Head of Instagram explains how collab posts work, along with answers about using a logo or a photo as a profile picture, changing the order of posts on your Instagram grid, and translated posts into other languages. Links: The Instagram Stories - Video Version ( YouTube ) Leave a Review of the Podcast: Apple Podcasts Connect with me on Instagram: @danielhillmedia Connect with me on Threads: @danielhillmedia Connect with me on YouTube: @danielhill_media The Equipment I Use: Microphone: Shure MV7+ USB-C & XLR Podcast Dynamic Mic with Stand ( Amazon ) Headphones: Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds ( Amazon ) Laptop: Dell Latitude 7320 Detachable Detachable 2-in-1 Laptop Tablet Touch | 13" ( Amazon ) Phone: Samsung S25 Ultra with S-Pen included ( Amazon ) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
YouTube Can Now Generate Thumbnails using AI in YouTube Studio
Aug 6, 202611 min
Creating thumbnails is hard. Thankfully YouTube Studio now includes the ability to generate them automatically using AI. Also, the YouTube team added the ability to add a thumbnail to Shorts on the desktop - something that's been needed for a long time! The Head of Instagram explains how to hide content from your followers, plus we get into video editing tips from creators. Links: YouTube: Shorts Thumbnails, Generative Thumbnails, Communities Features ( YouTube ) Instagram: Video Editing Tips From Creators on Edits ( Instagram Blog ) Edits: Audio Effects in the App ( Instagram ) Instagram:Can I Hide My Stories from My Followers? ( Instagram ) Leave a Review of the Podcast: Apple Podcasts Connect with me on Instagram: @danielhillmedia Connect with me on Threads: @danielhillmedia Connect with me on YouTube: @danielhill_media The Equipment I Use: Microphone: Shure MV7+ USB-C & XLR Podcast Dynamic Mic with Stand ( Amazon ) Headphones: Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds ( Amazon ) Laptop: Dell Latitude 7320 Detachable Detachable 2-in-1 Laptop Tablet Touch | 13" ( Amazon ) Phone: Samsung S25 Ultra with S-Pen included ( Amazon ) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
HELP! Accidentally Liked an Old Instagram Post! What happens when I unlike it?
Aug 3, 20269 min
Have you ever experienced the situation when you accidentally like an old Instagram post someone made? If you unlike it immediately, will they know? The Head of Instagram explains the difference between how phone notifications work vs. Instagram in-app notifications. Also, I share my favorite takeaway from the Creator Economy Live event for when an Instagram post flops, the Edits team adds the ability to share directly to Stories, and the musical artist Sombr shares his songwriting process where he only writes song snippets to see what performs well before writing the rest of the song. Links: Instagram: What happens when you like someone's old Instagram post? ( Instagram ) Edits: Edits adds the ability to share to Stories, plus more ( Instagram ) Strategy: Sombr explains his A/B testing songwriting process ( TikTok ) YouTube: The Video Version of This Show ( YouTube ) Leave a Review of the Podcast: Apple Podcasts Connect with me on Instagram: @danielhillmedia Connect with me on Threads: @danielhillmedia Connect with me on YouTube: @danielhill_media The Equipment I Use: Microphone: Shure MV7+ USB-C & XLR Podcast Dynamic Mic with Stand ( Amazon ) Headphones: Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds ( Amazon ) Laptop: Dell Latitude 7320 Detachable Detachable 2-in-1 Laptop Tablet Touch | 13" ( Amazon ) Phone: Samsung S25 Ultra with S-Pen included ( Amazon ) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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