Doug Hewson YT
doughewsonyt.bsky.social
Doug Hewson YT
@doughewsonyt.bsky.social
YouTuber making videos about YouTube! I like to focus on YouTube feature updates and news for creators along with explanation and tutorials.
YouTube Updates: Handles in Live Chat, Veo 3 for Shorts, and Desktop Communities

YouTube's "News Flash" this week covers three main pillars: identity changes in live chat, significant upgrades to AI tools for Shorts, and quality-of-life improvements for the new Communities tab. Handles as…
YouTube Updates: Handles in Live Chat, Veo 3 for Shorts, and Desktop Communities
YouTube's "News Flash" this week covers three main pillars: identity changes in live chat, significant upgrades to AI tools for Shorts, and quality-of-life improvements for the new Communities tab. Handles as Identifiers Up until now, your channel name was often used to identify you in live chat and channel memberships. Moving forward, YouTube is swapping this to display your handle…
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November 25, 2025 at 11:07 PM
YouTube Unveils Dynamic Brand Segments and New Shorts Tools

In a recent update from Creator Insider, Rene Richie interviewed Michael Beckman to discuss a suite of new tools designed to reduce friction in brand deals and demystify channel analytics. These updates focus on making your video…
YouTube Unveils Dynamic Brand Segments and New Shorts Tools
In a recent update from Creator Insider, Rene Richie interviewed Michael Beckman to discuss a suite of new tools designed to reduce friction in brand deals and demystify channel analytics. These updates focus on making your video inventory more flexible and your data more actionable. Here is a breakdown of the three major announcements. 1. Dynamic Brand Segments ("Dibs") Traditionally, when you land a brand deal, you "burn" the ad read directly into your video file.
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November 21, 2025 at 3:03 AM
YouTube Just Changed The Rules for Channel Appeals: What Creators MUST Know

If you're a YouTube creator, you know that the fear of a mistaken strike or termination is always lurking. Recently, there's been a lot of noise on social media with creators tagging @TeamYouTube, concerned about…
YouTube Just Changed The Rules for Channel Appeals: What Creators MUST Know
If you're a YouTube creator, you know that the fear of a mistaken strike or termination is always lurking. Recently, there's been a lot of noise on social media with creators tagging @TeamYouTube, concerned about moderation and potential system bugs. In response, YouTube has posted a critical new FAQ that clarifies exactly how moderation and appeals work right now. And frankly, it's something every single creator needs to read.
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November 16, 2025 at 1:31 PM
Heads up for creators in Australia & Canada 🇦🇺🇨🇦: The YouTube Create app has officially landed on iOS.

It’s YouTube's free, all-in-one editor for Shorts & VODs. Includes features like auto-captions, noise removal, and a royalty-free music library.

Requires iPhone XR or newer & iOS 17+.
November 15, 2025 at 3:28 AM
Take Control of Your YouTube Live Streams: Disabling the Live Chat Leaderboard

Are you a streamer or content creator on YouTube who uses the live chat feature? If so, you might have noticed a relatively new addition that displays a "Top Chatters" or "Live Chat Leaderboard" during your streams.…
Take Control of Your YouTube Live Streams: Disabling the Live Chat Leaderboard
Are you a streamer or content creator on YouTube who uses the live chat feature? If so, you might have noticed a relatively new addition that displays a "Top Chatters" or "Live Chat Leaderboard" during your streams. While this can be a fun way to recognize active viewers, many creators prefer a cleaner, less competitive chat experience for their audience.
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October 2, 2025 at 12:46 PM
YouTube Just Dropped a Potential Game Changer: The New Collaboration Feature

You might have noticed something a little different making waves across YouTube lately, especially if you follow creators like MrBeast and Mark Rober. Their recent collaborations for the #TeamWater initiative weren't just…
YouTube Just Dropped a Potential Game Changer: The New Collaboration Feature
You might have noticed something a little different making waves across YouTube lately, especially if you follow creators like MrBeast and Mark Rober. Their recent collaborations for the #TeamWater initiative weren't just the usual pairing of talented minds; they also showcased a brand-new feature YouTube is currently testing – and it could fundamentally change how creators connect and grow their audiences.
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August 10, 2025 at 8:24 PM
New YouTube Feature: Share Your Channel Insights with Brands to Unlock More Opportunities

YouTube has launched a new feature for eligible Partner Program creators: the Channel Insights Sharing setting. This tool makes it easier to get noticed by advertisers and brands by sharing your aggregated…
New YouTube Feature: Share Your Channel Insights with Brands to Unlock More Opportunities
YouTube has launched a new feature for eligible Partner Program creators: the Channel Insights Sharing setting. This tool makes it easier to get noticed by advertisers and brands by sharing your aggregated channel and audience data via Google tools like the Creator Partnerships Hub. Key details: • Opt-in only: Off by default, you control when to share or stop.
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July 9, 2025 at 5:52 PM
Discover the Latest YouTube Live Stream Features Everyone’s Buzzing About

In the ever-evolving world of YouTube, creators and viewers alike are constantly on the lookout for new ways to engage more deeply during live streams. One of the latest experiments YouTube has introduced is the Live Stream…
Discover the Latest YouTube Live Stream Features Everyone’s Buzzing About
In the ever-evolving world of YouTube, creators and viewers alike are constantly on the lookout for new ways to engage more deeply during live streams. One of the latest experiments YouTube has introduced is the Live Stream Leaderboard, a feature designed to transform live chats into dynamic, interactive arenas where viewers can earn experience points (XP) and compete for recognition.
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June 13, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Managing your YouTube content just got easier. The TubeSpanner Notes Tool helps with live stream notes, timestamps, and chapters—boosting productivity and streamlining your workflow. Here's how to use it to better organize and enhance your video content.
Create PERFECT Notes and Timestamps FAST with TubeSpanner!
As content creators, especially on YouTube, managing and organizing video content efficiently is crucial. Whether you're taking notes from a live stream, adding timestamps to your own videos, or creating chapters to improve viewer engagement, having the right tools can make all the difference. One such powerful and versatile tool is the TubeSpanner Notes Tool. This article dives deep into how you can harness this tool to streamline your YouTube workflow, improve your productivity, and enhance your video content management.
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May 25, 2025 at 12:40 PM
LIVE NOW : @nicknimmin.bsky.social and @deenimmin.bsky.social - YouTube Advice For Growing Your Channel - www.youtube.com/live/1gNOSdb...
YouTube Advice For Growing Your Channel
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April 26, 2025 at 1:40 PM
An interesting new YouTube live streaming feature that YouTube have yet to announce, but is live right now - youtu.be/050h_ydK6P0?...
Unveiling YouTube's Newest Live Stream Tool to BOOST Your Earnings
YouTube video by Doug Hewson YT
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March 18, 2025 at 1:55 PM
Something important to remember - when you join a new social media platform, it pays to at least log in from time to time 😂
January 13, 2025 at 12:10 PM
NEW VIDEO: Start Earning with Vertical Live Streams Using YouTube's Latest Feature
YouTube has announced a new way to monetize content: enter YouTube Gifts, Powered by Jewels!
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December 12, 2024 at 1:12 PM
My weekly BlueSky check-in.
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December 2, 2024 at 1:50 PM
Hello, is this thing on?
November 23, 2024 at 2:25 PM