The State of Video Podcasting in 2025: Why YouTube’s 20-Year Legacy Matters

In 2025, video podcasting is no longer a fringe format it’s the mainstream. As This Is A Studio, we’ve had a front-row seat to its explosive growth, and this year’s milestone YouTube’s 20th birthday offers the perfect lens to explore where video podcasting is today, and where it’s headed.

 

📈 Video Podcasting: From Niche to Norm

Podcasting used to mean audio only. That’s no longer the case. Today, more creators and brands are investing in full video podcast productions. Why?

  • Audience behaviour has shifted listeners want to see faces, body language, and studio setups.

  • Visual storytelling adds depth giving creators more ways to connect and build trust.

  • Distribution has improved platforms like Spotify now support video natively.

At This Is A Studio, we’ve seen a significant increase in clients creating podcasts that are as polished as broadcast shows complete with multi-cam setups, set design, and live-switching capabilities.

 

🧠 YouTube at 20: The Platform That Shaped It All

This year marks 20 years since YouTube launched, and its impact on video podcasting can’t be overstated.

When YouTube debuted in 2005, its first viral videos were simple shaky home footage and meme-worthy moments. Now, it’s the world’s second largest search engine, a global distribution platform, and a revenue-generating machine for long-form creators.

What YouTube got right and continues to double down on is community + discoverability. For podcasters, it means:

  • Algorithms that recommend your show

  • Chapters, transcripts, and thumbnails that boost engagement

  • Monetisation through ads, memberships, and Super Thanks

  • Multi-format support: full episodes, shorts, and live broadcasts

It’s no coincidence that some of the biggest podcast names today from The Diary of a CEO to The Joe Rogan Experience gained massive reach via YouTube before any other platform.

 

🔄 The Video Podcast Ecosystem Is Evolving

We’re also seeing other platforms play catch-up:

  • Spotify is investing heavily in video podcasts with an eye on exclusivity.

  • TikTok is testing long-form uploads and podcast discovery tools.

  • Apple is introducing video episodes to stay competitive.

 

But YouTube still dominates, with creators often using it as their primary content hub, then repurposing for other platforms.

 

🏁 What This Means for Creators

Whether you’re a business, thought leader, or storyteller, 2025 is the best time to start or upgrade your video podcast.

Here’s why:

  • Audiences now expect quality video.

  • YouTube’s tools and reach are better than ever.

  • Competition is rising, but so are tools for scale.

At This Is A Studio, we help clients craft shows that look like TV, but feel like conversation authentic, cinematic, and built for discovery.

 

💡 Final Thoughts

As YouTube celebrates its 20-year reign, video podcasting is entering a golden age. The barrier to entry is lower, but the bar for quality is higher. If you’re planning to step into the video podcast space, now is the moment to make it count.


Need help creating a show that stands out?

Let’s talk, we’ll help you go from concept to camera to distribution with clarity and confidence. Contact us at hello@thisisastudio.com.au 

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