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    The Sauce Pod serves up the secret sauce for content creators, founders, and solopreneurs looking to thrive in the digital age. Every week, we bring you real talk about what's going on in social media news, internet culture, and how to make the most of it. Get the latest in platform updates, viral trends, audience-building tips, and more. We share what creators need to know as they're building a brand online – along with a delicious dose of hot takes and the (occasional) unpopular opinion. Co-hosted by Taylor Peterson, an ex-agency marketer and branding expert, along with Anna Klawitter, content creator and editor of The Sauce newsletter. Get The Sauce delivered to your inbox: https://thesauceffs.substack.com/ The Sauce Pod is produced in partnership with Food Fight Studios. Copyright 2023. thesauceffs.substack.com

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    BlueSky beta | Meta's Twitter Competitor | Snapchat AI Bot

    BlueSky beta | Meta's Twitter Competitor | Snapchat AI Bot

    Welcome back to The Sauce Pod – we've got a loaded episode this week.

    BlueSky, the decentralized Twitter alternative backed by Jack Dorsey, is taking off as it enters the first phase of beta testing and reached its first 55,000 new users over the weekend.

    Over on Twitter, the blue checkmark saga continues, and now verified accounts are being prioritized. Meanwhile, Meta's Twitter-competitor app (code name: Barcelona) is on the horizon.

    Over on Instagram, they're taking inspiration from TikTok once again with a new feature, and TikTok is releasing an AI avatar effect. Snapchat's AI chatbot is causing a stir with negative reviews flooding the app store. And on Reddit, chat channels are creeping into Discord and Telegram territory.

    Plus, a new study: AI can make you more productive at work. But don't forget, it also opens the floodgates for scammers.

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    YouTube Shorts Updates | AI News for Creators | BeReal, Instagram, Twitter

    YouTube Shorts Updates | AI News for Creators | BeReal, Instagram, Twitter

    Join Taylor & Anna on The Sauce Pod as we cover the latest digital news and trends for creative entrepreneurs in this episode. We discuss YouTube's latest update, allowing creators to select a specific frame as their Shorts thumbnail and reply to comments with a Short.

    We also talk about Twitter's recent chaos, with legacy blue checkmarks being removed and impostor accounts popping up. We explore Bluesky, the decentralized Twitter alternative, and how Elon Musk plans to boost Twitter's subscription revenue.

    In addition, we cover the latest updates from BeReal and Instagram, including the ability to add multiple links in bios and share Spotify listening activity. We also dive into the latest AI news, from TruthGPT as a rival to ChatGPT to Canva's AI-powered "Magic Edit" tool.

    Join us for all the latest digital news and trends on The Sauce Pod, available wherever you stream your podcasts.

     

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    TikTok Banned In Montana | Twitter Drama | AI News for Creators

    TikTok Banned In Montana | Twitter Drama | AI News for Creators

    Join Taylor & Anna on The Sauce Pod as we cover the latest digital news and trends for creative entrepreneurs in this episode. We dive into Chat GPT Prompts and the TikTok drama in Montana, including ad spends and the 10-minute limit.

    We also chat about Snapchat's latest update, NPR leaving Twitter, and Twitter executives suing. Plus, we discuss the BBC interview with Musk, the beef between Twitter and Substack, and IG's new metrics and features.

    We explore Hustle GPT, The Hive's weekly AI Spaces mention, Auto GPT, and Amazon's Bedrock AI. And to wrap it all up, we share some exciting news about Zapier and how AI is cracking codes.

    So tune in to The Sauce Pod, available wherever you stream your podcasts, for all the latest digital news and trends. Stay saucy!

     

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    Clubhouse still exists | YouTube updates | FanFix for creator monetization

    Clubhouse still exists | YouTube updates | FanFix for creator monetization

    In this episode, we're covering everything from France's crackdown on social media dishonesty to the latest developments in AI technology. We discuss FanFix, Clubhouse's continued relevance, and the ongoing competition between Substack and Twitter.

    We also talk about YouTube's new podcast feature, Snapchat's AI backgrounds, and the S.A.M. model for segmenting anything. Plus, we delve into some AI horror stories, including legal action against Chat GPT in Australia, and the Open Letter to Pause AI Development.

    But it's not all serious business - we lighten the mood with Cat GPT, Barbie Meme Generator, and Taylor's Design Masterclass.

    So stay saucy, and tune in for The Sauce Pod, available wherever you stream your podcasts.

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    Twitter's Ranking Algorithm | Meta's new App | AI News for Creators

    Twitter's Ranking Algorithm | Meta's new App | AI News for Creators

    Welcome to The Sauce Pod, where every week Taylor and Anna spill the tea on the latest digital news and trends.

    In this episode, we dive into Bytedance's new app, Lemon8, and how it's taking over the top spot in the app store. We also discuss Twitter's plans to deprioritize free users and make paying for verification the norm, and reveal Twitter's algorithm for ranking content in the feed.

    In other news, LinkedIn introduces 'Suggested Posts' and Instagram launches collaborative 'Collections' functionality. Plus, we ask the question - is 'Barcelona' the name of Meta's new text-based app designed to compete with Twitter?

    We also delve into the big open letter shaking up the AI space and the recent developments at Midjourney, where they've paused free account access citing abuse.

     

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    Twitter's Source Code Leaked (Latest Tech Talk for Creators)

    Twitter's Source Code Leaked (Latest Tech Talk for Creators)

    Welcome to The Sauce Pod, where every week Taylor and Anna serve up the secret sauce for creatives and entrepreneurs looking to grow online.

    In this episode, we dive into the digital news and trends that happened online this week – from Elon Musk's opening up to the press to YouTube Shorts to Twitter's leaked source code, we've got the details covered. Plus, we explore the newest AI-powered tools and features from Adobe, Google, Canva, and more. Grab your favorite drink and let's get into the sauce.

     

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    From a TikTok Ban to GPT-4: Latest Tech Talk for Creators

    From a TikTok Ban to GPT-4: Latest Tech Talk for Creators

    Welcome to The Sauce Pod, where we serve up the secret sauce for all creatives and entrepreneurs looking to grow online! In this episode, we cover the latest updates and trends in the digital world, from Instagram's new feature of resharing reels to Meta's decision to give up on NFTs. We also talk about Twitter's new feature of priority ranking tweet replies, Biden's decision to ban TikTok, and the recent collaboration between TikTok and Sephora.

    Get ready to hear about LinkedIn's addition of AI tools, the latest developments in Google AI, and the highly anticipated Chat GPT-4. Plus, we'll delve into Microsoft's new tool, Co-Pilot, and the potential of GPT-4 to 'chat' to your documents.

    Stay tuned as we also discuss Twitter Spaces and the exciting advancements in AI and Chat GPT. Whether you're a digital media enthusiast or a tech-savvy entrepreneur, this episode of The Sauce Pod is not to be missed! So join us as we explore the latest happenings in the world of digital media and technology.

     

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    AI Takeover: Bing, Slack & Discord Level Up With AI

    AI Takeover: Bing, Slack & Discord Level Up With AI

    This week's episode of The Sauce Pod brings you the latest news and trends for content creators and digital entrepreneurs.

    We discuss Meta pausing its creator monetization program (formerly known as the Reels Bonus Program), TikTok launching something called 'Series' for creators to share premium content, Twitter raising prices on their API access, Bing clearing 100 million daily active users, Slack introducing AI tools, and Discord's chatbot Clyde getting an AI upgrade. Tune in next week to stay up to date on all the latest news in the content creator world.

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    Is BeReal Dead? / Inside the First Month of YouTube Shorts Monetization

    Is BeReal Dead? / Inside the First Month of YouTube Shorts Monetization

    On this week's episode of The Sauce Pod, we're talking all about the latest news and trends in The Socialverse, including the buzz around BeReal's fading popularity, LinkedIn's AI-powered collaborative articles, and Snapchat's new snap streak options. Plus, we dive into TikTok's new scroll limit for minors and the recent Twitter app outage.

    In our AI Scoop segment, we explore Youtube's new AI-powered tools for creators, Meta's plans for a headset, Snapchat's chatbot, and the game-changing impact of Controlnet on AI visual creators.

    As creators and marketers ourselves, we know the importance of staying up-to-date on the latest marketing news and trends. That's why we've put together this episode packed with valuable news and tips for keeping up with the secret sauce in an ever-evolving tech world.

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    TikTok is influencing apps everywhere

    TikTok is influencing apps everywhere

    Welcome back to The Sauce Pod – we've got a loaded episode this week! We'll start off with why building a community around your brand is so important – and some considerations for doing it. We'll be taking a deep dive into the world of TikTok and getting excited about their new creativity program and that irksome TikTok Trivia game.

    We'll also be dishing on Twitter's open-source algorithm and the recent controversy over disabling two-factor authentication. Plus, we'll spill the tea on Meta's verification process and whether Tumblr will be jumping on that bandwagon anytime soon.

    Next up, we're moving over to Spotify and checking out their new TikTok-style scroll feature. We're also giving you the latest update on Artifakt, the article-based feed app that's making waves for taking a page from TikTok's scroll book. Oh, and we'll also be talking about the idea of creating playlists just for crypto people (NFT hodlers ONLY!).

    We've also got news on Snapchat, which just released new audio features that are shaking things up and keeping us engaged. And as if that wasn't enough, we're also chatting about how episodic content like podcasting, live streaming, talk shows, and shorts can help create a sense of community and boost brand loyalty.

    Last but not least, can you believe that AI is now a published author? Yep, it's true. Buckle up and get ready for a fun and informative ride on this episode of our podcast and don't forget to subscribe to the newsletter on Substack!



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    Shopping on TikTok: What You Need To Know

    Shopping on TikTok: What You Need To Know

    This week on The Sauce Pod, we're diving into some heavy social updates – especially for TikTok.

    From TikTok's new 'Insights' tool (which added 7,000 data points) to its new in-app shopping feature (flashback to IG a few years ago, anyone?), there's a lot to unpack. We also discuss Instagram's new 'Channels' feature, Elon Musk's special system for showing you all his tweets first, and Bing’s new chatbot (code name: Sydney). Plus, don't miss the exciting updates on what's happening in the community (spoiler alert – it involves plenty of valuable, free resources ready to dig into). 



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    Super Bowl to Twitter: Ad Takeaways and the Latest Musk Tea

    Super Bowl to Twitter: Ad Takeaways and the Latest Musk Tea

    This week, we're discussing Super Bowl ad takeaways and diving into the hottest Twitter tea of the week. We're also updating you on the latest happenings with Instagram, YouTube shorts, and a TikTok refresh. 

    We get into the knitty-gritty AI news on Bard and Bing. Don't worry, we're giving ChatGPT a well-deserved break this week.

    Finally, we're thrilled to share a special creator spotlight with you. We recently had a chance to sit down with Asher Oliver and Luke Walwyn, where we explored their unique and unconventional journeys to building their creative, entrepreneurial businesses. You won't want to miss this exciting segment!



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    ChatGPT, TikTok Search Ads, & Twitter Business Verification [Feb. 9, 2023]

    ChatGPT, TikTok Search Ads, & Twitter Business Verification [Feb. 9, 2023]

    In this episode of The Sauce Pod, we dive into a new TikTok-style feed app (but for written content!), Twitter's potential NEW subscription model for businesses, the latest on ChatGPT (the fastest growing consumer app), and Google's new conversational AI service, Bard. 

    Stay up to date on the latest trends and news in creative entrepreneurship with The Sauce Pod. Every week, we serve up the secret sauce for creators like you.

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    What's going on with the Twitter algorithm?

    What's going on with the Twitter algorithm?

    In this week's episode, we talk about Instagram's new dynamic profile picture feature that lets you add a Meta avatar to your account and 'flip' between the two. We also dive into Instagram custom lead forms for profile CTAs, some Pinterest posting tips for 2023, and Twitter's status quo for generating revenue. 

    Stay tuned til the end for a special announcement on a free, community-building cohort we're running through April 2023. 

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