Before we get going, just a reminder that prices go up TONIGHT to join us at Podcast Movement 2024. Register today to join us before that happens!
Happy Thursday, PM Family!
We’re just a few weeks away from the can’t-miss event for podcasters and the podcast industry, and we’ve got a whole lot of new things to share with you.
If you’ve not yet bought your ticket, now’s the time to do it before prices go up again!
Let’s get into it!
We’re excited to announce a fireside chat featuring three powerhouses of the podcasting world. Join us for an intimate conversation with Alex Goldman, previously half of the hit podcast Reply All, and soon-to-be host of the upcoming Hyperfixed; Laura Mayer, whose many credits include Shameless Acquisition Target, and who is now the Executive Producer of Podcast Programming at ABC News; and Samata Joshi, the Managing Producer of Podcasts at WBUR in Boston. A special thanks to Supporting Cast for helping to organize this session, where the trio tries to answer a tough question that is on the minds of many in the community: What does it take to make a successful podcast today? We can’t wait to hear their thoughts!
We’re also excited to present a can't-miss keynote conversation featuring Steven Bartlett, the charismatic entrepreneur and host of the chart-topping Diary of a CEO, and Austin Lamon, the Podcast Product Director at Spotify. This conversation will be all about how podcasts and audiences are evolving, and how creators can stand out and grow their shows. A special thanks to Spotify for helping to bring together this can't-miss talk for all podcasters!
Our biggest party of the year at PM24 goes down the evening of Tuesday, August 20, as our friends from iHeartPodcasts host ALL ATTENDEES at Topgolf to celebrate PM2FORE (get it? It’s a golf joke)!
Hang out from 9pm until midnight, and enjoy some cold beverages, tasty snacks, and a round or two of fun golf games for all to enjoy. Transportation will be provided, courtesy of iHeart. Pick up and drop off will be at the Bus Loop by Woodrow Wilson Ballrooms, just head to the Podcast Movement info desk and take a left…we’ll be there to show you the way! Join the fun from 9pm until midnight at Topgolf!
But the first two parties that start all the PM24 fun take place Monday, as our friends from Consumable and Veritone One help make Monday great!
First, join us from 3pm-7pm in the hotel atrium, as Consumable helps us start PM right with the official Badge Pickup Party, where they are giving away up to $1 million dollars in Podcast promotion to Podcast creators at PM24! To participate, attendees must register their podcast at the Consumable check-in table after picking up their badge, and scan a QR code to answer questions about their show. Every podcast will be reviewed, and approved podcasts will have the chance to reach millions of new listeners through Consumable’s Promocast™ platform. Plus, the first 500 people to pick up their badge and check-in with Consumable will get a free drink voucher for the party. See all the details on how to qualify here!
Then, from 7pm-10pm, have a drink on Veritone One! The first 350 attendees to come to the Podcast Movement Kickoff Party score a free drink ticket! Stop by and connect with Veritone One, the largest podcast advertising agency in the world, helping connect top brands with podcast hosts and audiences to continue to fuel the industry. Learn more here.
You won’t want to miss any of the PM24 parties, not only because our partners are making them great, but because they’re the best ways to connect with your fellow podcasters and industry pros, when not inside the four event walls.
Every summer since 2014, Podcast Movement has gathered thousands of passionate podcasters and industry professionals from around the world under one roof to learn, grow professionally, and most importantly evolve and improve the podcast community.
WE WANT YOU TO BE THERE!
In addition to the exciting keynote above sessions, we’ve got more amazing additions to the breakout and panel lineup!
Featured Session: Each year at PM, Steven Goldstein of Amplifi Media assembles a group of industry professionals for a conversation about the state of the podcast industry, as seen by some of those “at the top.” This year, the panel calls our Emerging Trends Track home, featuring conversations with eyes on the future of the industry. Steve will be joined by Ross Adams, CEO of Acast; Andrew Mason, CEO & Founder of Descript; Dan Misener, Co-founder of Bumper Media; and Farid Haji, Senior Director of The Roost Podcast Network.
Also, just announced as taking part in PM24:
Each year, Podcast Movement has always been the best place in the world to meet up with other podcasters and podcast industry professionals. This year at PM24, we're continuing that by hosting an official Community Meetups night on Wednesday, August 21!
What's a Community Meetup, you ask? Community Meetups are hosted by event attendees, have a focused topic or area of interest, and will show up on the official event schedule so that other attendees can join up.
Check out a few of the meetups that are featured on this year’s agenda!
We’ve got nearly 20 meetups all going on during this event, so join us for one or more!
Podcast Movement attracts thousands of podcasters from around the world, so wouldn't it make sense if there was a way to record podcasts live from the event? Well lucky for you, thanks to our partners at YAP Media Podcast Network, you can!
The Pavilion will be going live at PM24 all day Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, and you can now reserve your spot before they fill up.
Great news! The hotel gave us more rooms after we previously sold out, but they let us know they will most likely be closing our block tomorrow night! Don’t delay in booking your room today.
What a week it’s been…let’s do it again next week, shall we?
Until then,
Team Podcast Movement
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