517: YouTube Employee Explains What is Working on YouTube in 2026 (Algorithm, AI Rules & New Features)

About this episode

The episode discusses the future of the YouTube algorithm and new features expected in 2026, featuring insights from YouTube employee Rene Ritchie.

Learn what the YouTube algorithm wants in 2026 🔥Apply for our exclusive 2-day Las Vegas event designed to take your channel to the next level ➡️ http://thinkmediamastermind.com/ This video is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something we'll receive a small commission. 📒 Show Notes and Resources 📒 📘 Connect With Rene Ritchie ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/@ReneRitchie ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/@creatorinsider &nbsp...

People in this episode

Host: Think Media

Guest: Rene Ritchie

Topics covered

• YouTube algorithm
• AI rules
• new features
• content creation
• video marketing

Keywords

• YouTube
• algorithm
• AI
• 2026
• video content
• marketing
• features

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: YouTube

More episodes of The Think Media Podcast

• 523: This Grandma Makes $40K on YouTube Without Showing Her Face · June 12, 2026 · 52 min
• 522: How to Grow on YouTube in 2026 (AI, Live Streaming, Shorts & Clipping) · June 10, 2026 · 1h 9m
• 521: Small channels are beating giant creators (here's how) · June 6, 2026 · 47 min
• 520: How to Make More Money With Less Views · June 2, 2026 · 34 min
• 519: YouTube Is Cleaning House in 2026 (AI Strikes & New Rules) · May 30, 2026 · 1h 8m
• 518: If Your Videos Aren't Getting Views, Check These 4 Things · May 26, 2026 · 33 min