As 2025 comes to a close, creators everywhere are reflecting, celebrating, and planning for what’s next. But for podcasters, educators, marketers, and small business owners, December is also the perfect time to publish some of the most memorable, engaging, and fun content of the year.
Whether you're working solo or with a team, here are 12 easy and creative podcast or video ideas to help you connect with your audience, close out 2025 with purpose, or launch 2026 with fresh energy.
1. Year in Review
Share your top moments, favorite episodes, biggest lessons, or milestones from the past year. It’s authentic and helps listeners see your growth.
2. Best of the Bloopers
Everyone loves behind-the-scenes laughter. Compile your funniest outtakes or recording mishaps for a holiday blooper reel.
3. Holiday Shoutouts
Dedicate a short episode or video to thank supporters, clients, or collaborators. Mention names or read holiday messages.
4. New Year Predictions
Offer your take on what’s coming in 2026 for your industry, your niche, or podcasting/video creation in general.
5. Holiday AMA (Ask Me Anything)
Collect questions from your audience and record a relaxed Q&A session — perfect for lower-pressure content during the holidays.
6. Message to My Future Self
Record a short video or podcast message for yourself (or your audience) to play back next December. Time capsules are always compelling.
7. Mini Gift Guide
Create a “Favorite Tools of 2025” or “What I Couldn’t Work Without” list — great for sharing affiliate links or resource shoutouts.
8. Top 3 Lessons I Learned This Year
Whether it’s about life, content, or business, sharing lessons learned helps your audience grow alongside you.
9. Reflections From Guests or Team
Invite collaborators, clients, or past guests to share a quick audio or video message for a “community highlights” episode.
10. Vision Board Episode
Walk your audience through your goals for 2026, or even do a screen-recorded vision board creation using tools like Canva.
11. One-Minute Thank You Video
No editing needed. Just record a heartfelt message for your audience and post it on all channels.
12. “What’s Next” Teaser
Use this time to build excitement for upcoming changes — a new season, new format, new guests, or launch dates.
Make It Easy, Make It You
You don’t need fancy equipment or perfect conditions. These ideas work great whether you’re recording from a studio, your living room, or your phone. Use what you have — authenticity matters more than polish.
And if you're short on time, tools like Canva, Descript, and PodcastVideos.com’s editing services can help you get professional-looking content fast.
Final Tip: Batch It, Schedule It, Enjoy the Holidays
Batch-recording a few of these ideas now means you can relax during Christmas and New Year’s knowing your content is working for you.
Whatever you create — funny, heartfelt, short, or long — the end of the year is a powerful moment to connect, reflect, and inspire your audience.
