Podcasts by LimeLight DIY - The Podcast For Independent Creators

How Often Should I Publish a New Podcast Episode (and a Big Announcement) LLDIY EP #35 from 2019-09-20T07:00

Doing a little research for my own show, I'm sharing my findings and my thoughts of on just how often you should release a new episode of your podcast, as well as how long a podcast episode shou...

Should I Use a Free Service Like Anchor FM for My Podcast? LLDIY EP # 34 from 2019-09-13T07:00

One of the questions that I have seen come up more than almost any other podcasting question is whether or not it makes sense to host your podcast on a free hosting services like Anchor.FM. Toda...

Do I Need a Website For My Platform - LLDIDY Ep # 33 from 2019-09-06T09:49:35

With all the options available to podcasters, artists, YouTubers, and other creators these days, the idea of paying for (or creating) a traditional website might sound more daunting than what is...

Is YouTube or Podcast Sub4Sub Really That Bad? LLDIY Ep# 32 from 2019-08-30T09:00

One of the oldest debates for YouTube Creators and Podcasters is whether Sub4Sub is a road to quick growth, or just the path to eventual destruction. 

Today we will dive into the...

Lessons I've Learned from 30 Weeks in a Row of Publishing from 2019-08-23T10:33:32

From the point where this podcast was first conceived in August of 2018 to the the point where I published the 30th consecutive week of publishing the LimeLight DIY Podcast, there have been more...

YouTube Announces New Copyright Policy Changes - LLDIY EP # 30 from 2019-08-16T10:36:17

On August 15 2019, YouTube announced changes to the Manual Content ID Claim process that shifts the burden of proof from video creators to copyright holders in an attempt to tamp down on excessi...

How To Use YouTube Hashtags...and Should You Bother?- LLDIY Ep # 29 from 2019-08-09T10:34:14

in mid 2018, YouTube announced that they would begin support for YouTube Hashtags - a new way for viewers to find specifically themed content easier and for creators to reach new audiences. Fast...

Top 5 YouTube Myths (Part 1) - LLDIY Ep # 28 from 2019-08-02T09:00

It's hard enough to be a YouTube creator... competition is insanely thick, the amount of time and commitment required is considerable, and the rules that YouTube has to rank keep changing. To ma...

Is Apple Looking To Fund Your Podcasts - LLDIY EP # 27 from 2019-07-26T09:00

Rising to the challenge thrown down by recent arch rival Spotify who itself recently announced plans to invest a $500M into podcast companies, Apple is reportedly ready to begin investing into e...

Nice Guys Finish First with Nate from Paging Mr Morrow - LLDIY Ep # 26 from 2019-07-19T09:00

Nate from the fan favorite Paging Mr Morrow YouTube channel joins us today to chat about his fairly unique way of looking at his audience and how that has allowed him to become one of the better...

5 Free Ways to Promote Your Podcast - LLDIY EP #25 from 2019-07-12T10:31:01

Today is the first episode of the new format (no worries, we're not stopping the interviews, just diversifying) of LimeLight DIY - a long format deep dive on 5 FREE tactics that you can use to g...

Audience Questions - Expert Answers Part 2 - Greg's Game Room and Negrorlando - LLDIY EP # 24 from 2019-07-05T09:00

Part Two of our Audience Questions / Expert Answers series focuses again on youtube, but this time it's less about "how to" and more about  "how not to", in this case how not to let the present ...

LLDIY Ep # 23 :Making Unconventional Art That Pays the Bills with Rick Styczynski From 13X Studio from 2019-06-28T09:00

Some artists paint. Some sculpt. Some glue things together, and Rick Styczynski - owner of 13X Studios - has unleashed a series of hand decorated hockey masks into the world, and boy- have they ...

LLDIY Ep # 22 - Nola Deej- How to Research Your YouTube Videos from 2019-06-21T09:00

Representing the strangely under documented city of New Orleans, NOLA Deej has quickly become a favorite vlogger, armchair historian, and independent film maker for his well researched and beaut...

LLDIY EP # 21 - Listener Questions , Guests Answer Part 1 from 2019-06-14T09:00

We've been fortunate enough to get some great listener questions, and it's about time that we got around to answering them! We've enlisted Robb Alvey from Theme Park Review and Jackie from Super...

LLDIY Ep: 20 : Sorta'Sode - FOMO - How It Kills Our JuJu and How to Kick It's A$$ from 2019-06-07T10:58:49

Taking an unexpected detour this week as we explore the phenomena of "FOMO" (Fear of Missing Out) and how it effects independent creators, how it hurts our ability to enjoy our own successes, an...

LLDIY Ep # 19 - Freelancing for Huge Companies w/ Dave "Montygog" Perillo from 2019-05-31T09:00

Chances are, even if you don't know Dave Perillo's name, you know his work. For the past several years, Dave (going under the alias of Montygog) has been creating retro style pop culture artwork...

LLDIY Ep # 18 - Growth Tips for a Million + Subscriber YouTube Channel w/ Robb Alvey from 2019-05-24T09:00

Robb Alvey is no stranger to thrill seeking. As the host of the enormously popular Theme Park Reviews channel on YouTube, Robb is considered to be THE authority on roller coasters and thrill rid...

LLDIY Ep #17 - SortaSode - Why Do YouTubers Self Destruct? from 2019-05-17T09:00

A special unplanned "Sorta'sode" episode of LimeLight DIY as we dive into the inexplicably self-destructive behavior of some YouTubers once they have reached the top. Shane Dawson, ProJared, Log...

LLDIY Ep # 16 -Building a Traditional Business Around Your Platform w/ David from Cinemasickness from 2019-05-10T09:00

Of of the questions that comes up more often than nearly any other is how an independent creator can make money off of a YouTube channel, podcast, or other platform. Today's guest David Eisenhau...

LLDIY # 15 - Blazing the Uncharted Trail with Deshawn from Negrorlando from 2019-05-03T09:00

If there is one thing that most creators have in common, it's a desire to break the mold and to try something different. The problem is that society doesn't often rewards us for sticking with th...

LLDIY # 14 - Mark Thompson from Sauce Stache - Alternatives to YouTube for Video Makers from 2019-04-26T09:00

While some creators were complaining that there's no room for new blood at the top, Sauce Stache creator and host Mark Thompson was blazing his own trail. Hosting a c...

LLDIY Ep # 13 - When It's Time to Try Something Else W/ Greg from Greg's Game Room from 2019-04-19T01:21:51

We all start off passionate about our platform but what happens when that passion just isn't enough any more? what happens when you have put legitimate blood, sweat, and tears into a project tha...

LLDIY # 12 - Strategies for Building an Active Community with NTL Vlogs from 2019-04-12T09:00

Michael and Becca from NTL Vlogs jump on this week's podcast to delve deep into how they grew their channel's community (the NTL Family) into the active, tight knit, and fast growing group that ...

LLDIY EP # 11 : SortaSode - What I Have Learned After Publishing My First 10 Episodes from 2019-04-05T09:00

It's been 2 months since I first published 3 episodes of LimeLight DIY, and creating 10 episodes has actually taught me quite a bit- if you are a podcaster, a youtuber, writer, or any other sort...

LLDIY Ep # 10 - Tom Schwab of Interview Valet - Growing Your Brand As a Podcast Guest from 2019-03-29T09:00

Tom Schwab quite LITERALLY wrote the book on getting booked on podcast and today he's with us to talk about  what YOU can do to get yourself booked on more podcasts as well!

The ...

LLDIY # 9 - How to Grow A Podcast Across Multiple Platforms with David Spano of Game Fix from 2019-03-22T14:09:15

On today's episode, David Spano of The Game Fix Show will walk us through what it takes to break into the big leagues professionally
(David produces Sports Radio at a major market station ...

LLDIY Ep # 8 - How to Book Celebrity Guest on your Podcast with Krazy Joe from Megapodtastic from 2019-03-15T09:00

Krazy Joe from the Megapodtastic podcast drops by to share his experiences growing the show from a Sci-Fi Talk 'Em Up to a fan favorite pop culture hit, including how he found two communities to...

LLDIY Ep # 7 - How to Get Booked at a Convention or Meeting with Brandon Specht from 2019-03-08T10:00

If you are a creator who has been giving some thought to booking appearances or speeches at meetings or conventions, today's guest Brandon Specht has exactly the info you need to know to get you...

LLDIY Ep # 6 - Building a Business Around Your Art with Isaac Woodby from 2019-03-01T10:00

Have you ever thought about what it would be like to not only make a living off of your art, but to build an entire LEGITIMATE business around it? 

Isaac Woodby- creator of anima...

LLDIY Ep #5 -Creating Viral Content w/ Nathan Barnatt - Hollywood Actor, Comedian, and YouTuber from 2019-02-22T09:00

A Crash Course On Guerrilla Marketing Yourself In Hollywood with actor, comedian, writer, director, dancer and pitchman Nathan Barnatt

LLDIY Ep# 4 - Explosive YouTube Growth with Jackie from Super Enthused (YouTube) from 2019-02-15T13:00

Jackie from Super Enthused is experiencing the kind of growth most creators can only dream of! In less than a year she's built 5K and counting subscribers for her travel show on YouTube, with no...

LLDIY - Ep #3 : How To Go Full Time On YouTube w/ Jacob the Carpetbagger from 2019-02-08T02:05:28

In this episode of the LimeLight DIY podcast, YouTube star, semi-pro wrestler, and possum enthusiast Jacob the Carpetbagger swings in from the Carpet-Bunker to chat about doubling his already si...

LLDIY - Ep # 1 -"SortaSode - The Podcast For Independent Creators from 2019-02-07T17:22:52

The commemorative kick off episode of LimeLight DIY- THE Podcast for the independent creator (youtuber, podcaster, writer, author, musician, artist, speaker, etc) looking to build their own plat...

LLDIY - Ep #2 - Getting on the Air and Self Publishing Your Book - Author / Shock Jock Chris Akin of the Classic Metal Show from 2019-02-07T16:18:07

Chris Akin has done or BEEN nearly EVERYTHING in his life: Military veteran, survivor of a horrific accident that would have killed most anyone, multifaceted entrepreneur, published author, news...

LLDIY - Ep #2 - Getting on the Air and Self Publishing Your Book - Author / Shock Jock Chris Akin of the Classic Metal Show from 2019-02-07T16:18:07

Chris Akin has done or BEEN nearly EVERYTHING in his life: Military veteran, survivor of a horrific accident that would have killed most anyone, multifaceted entrepreneur, published author, news...

LLDIY - Ep #2 - Getting on the Air and Self Publishing Your Book - Author / Shock Jock Chris Akin of the Classic Metal Show from 2019-02-07T16:18:07

Chris Akin has done or BEEN nearly EVERYTHING in his life: Military veteran, survivor of a horrific accident that would have killed most anyone, multifaceted entrepreneur, published author, news...