This is a weekly newsletter for Podcast Movement event and community updates.
Quick Note: PM23 Ticket Prices Go Up Next Week. LEARN MORE
Finishing June Strong 💪
We had such an amazing time announcing a bunch of new speakers last week, that we decided to do it this week as well!
Some of the sessions we've already announced, while others are new, but all the speakers in this week's issue are brand new, and we cannot wait to share them with you.
PLUS we announce the return of our PM Scholarship program.
READ ON!
PM EVENT NEWS
Announcing the next round of PM23 Sessions and Speakers!
As we mentioned before, Podcast Movement broke another record this year with nearly 700 submissions received from awesome community members from around the world who are looking to take the stage in Denver. While only a small number of those were able to be selected for the event, we're very excited for those sessions that we CAN feature.
Below you'll find the newest speakers that we've just announced, along with the sessions they will be participating in (some of these sessions have already been announced, and there have been new speakers added to them).
6 Critical Changes Interview Shows Can Make To Continue Growing w/ Alex Sanfilippo of PodPros
7 Lessons from Leading Podcast Subscription Programs w/ David Stern of Supporting Cast
A-List Podcast Studios: Expert Tips for Studio Excellence w/ Fela Davis of One of One Productions
AI and Generative Storytelling: Shaping the Future of Podcast Content and Delivery w/ Steven Goldstein of Amplifi Media and Tamara Zubatiy of Barometer
Ask Us Anything About Reddit AMAs w/ Madison Richards and Matt Keeley of The Podglomerate
Audio & Podcasts Leading The Universe of Multilingual African Children's Content w/ Josephine Karianjahi Africa Podfest and Michael Baruti of Ubongo Creative
Best Practices for Video Podcasting w/ Ashley Hamer-Pritchard of Descript
Can Kids Podcasts Pay? Solving the Monetization Issue w/ Johanna Weber of Tinkercast and Lindsay Patterson of Tumble Science Podcast for Kids
Challenges Women of Color Face breaking into the podcasting space w/ Deondric Royster of Signal Awards
Collaboration Not Competition: Leveraging the Strength of Other Podcasters w/ Casey Davidson of Hello Someday Podcast, Gillian Tietz of Sober Powered Media, and Nikki Eisenhauer Emotional Badass
Companion Podcasts Take Fandom to New Heights w/ J.D. Crowley of Audacy
Cracking Complexity in Podcasting: Tips & Tricks For Humanizing Complex Stories w/ Carah Ong Whaley of Politics Is Everything
Decade of Defiance w/ Dan Granger of Oxford Road
Expanding The Podcast Ecosystem While Maintaining the Listener Experience w/ Jess Robine of Veritone One
From Ads to Z: An overview of podcast advertising tech and techniques w/ Mark Pafume of Podbean
From the Field to the Feed – Creating a Limited Series Investigative Podcast w/ Jarid Watson of and Priscilla Watson of Derailment Disaster: Crisis in East Palestine
Generative AI for Creators w/ John Gauntt of The Augmented City
Harnessing The Power of Comedy Podcasts to Make Life Suck Less w/ Nikki Boyer of Dying For Media
Higher Ed podcasts: Storytelling that builds value within the ivy walls and far beyond w/ Elaine Grant of Sound Judgment
How listeners want you to use ChatGPT (and how they don’t) w/ Tiffany Ashitey and Tommy Walters of Acast
How to be an All Star Podcast Guest w/ Jody Maberry of The Jody Maberry Show
How to maintain ownership and creative freedom in the era of monetization w/ Ashley Hall of Patreon
How to Stay Agile in Podcast Marketing in an Evolving Medium w/ Joni Deutsch of The Podglomerate
Is programmatic taking over podcast advertising? w/ Mike Reznick of SoundStack
We've got more in this issue, check it out after the jump 👇
Register for PM23 this AUGUST IN DENVER, CO
PRICES GO UP TONIGHT
If you're not yet signed up to join over 3,000 podcasters and professionals from around the world this summer, what are you waiting for? Grab your passes before prices GO UP NEXT WEEK!
Podcast Movement 2023 features hundreds of educational sessions spread across carefully curated tracks, amazing expo halls to discover the latest podcasting tools and technologies, and of course the best networking events and parties in podcasting!
Is programmatic taking over podcast advertising? w/ Mike Reznick of SoundStack
LiveRead.IO: Eliminating admin time and Inefficiencies w/ Brittany Clevenger of Betterhelp
MISSION CRITICAL: How To Create a Sustainable Podcast Business while Staying True to Your Values w/ Audrey Mardavich of PRX, Michele Dale of Wonder Media Network, and Mukta Mohan of Higher Ground Productions
Not Just For Laughs: Why Comedy Remains The Number One Podcast Genre w/ Sophie Anderson of SXM Media
Podcast Marketing Maintenance w/ Lauren Passell of Tink Media
Podcasting with AI w/ Deirdre Tshien of Capsho, Jacob Bozarth of Resound, and Jon Estes of Resonate Recordings
Podcasting’s SuperPower: Brand Integration w/ Dave Beasing of Sound That BRANDS and Nick Panella of APA Agency
PodTV: Connecting a Podcast to an Already Ravenous Television Fan Base w/ Chris Farah & Wahima Lino of DocuSweeties with Chris and Wah, and Jake Anthony & Matt Marr of Reality Gays Podcast
Scale, Partnerships and Revenue Diversification w/ Geoffrey Isenmen of WF Productions
Sponsorship Secrets: CPM, SAI, DAI, Oh My! How to Get Your Podcast Sponsored in 2023 w/ Allison Melody of Food Heals and Michael Anthony of Think Unbroken
Tapping Into the $2.6 Trillion Buying Power of Black and Brown Communities w/ Maribel Quezada Smith and Tangia Estrada of BIPOC Podcast Creators
The hidden formula that we discovered after eight LONG years of podcasting that led to a million downloads! w/ Robert Forto of First Paw Media
The Honest Pros/Cons of Going from an Independent Podcaster to a Media Co / Network w/ David Segura of Glassbox Media, Hala Taha of Young and Profiting Podcast, Kevin Miller of Self Helpful with Kevin Miller, and Lindsay McMahon of All Ears English
The Power of Building Diverse Communities w/ Angel Livas of ALIVE Podcast Network and Tiphany Kane of KaSa Media Productions
The Space Between Your Ears: How NASA Uses Audio in Astronomically Unique Ways w/ Gary Jordan of NASA / Houston We Have a Podcast, Katie Konans of NASA, Noelia González of NASA / Universo Curioso de la NASA, and Thalia Patrinos of NASA / Mori Associates
The Untold Stories and Unheard Voices of Latino History and Culture w/ Liz Rebecca Alarcon and Maribel Quezada Smith of The Pulso Podcast
True Crime Podcasts That Help, Not Hurt: How to Produce True Crime Ethically w/ Christine O’Donnell of Bright Sighted Podcasting
Using AI to Accelerate the Path to Content Monetization w/ Ryan Steelberg of Veritone
“What's Next for Podcast Creation?” and “Brand Partnerships” w/ Brendan Regan and Jenni Skaug of Audioboom
Where is my YouTube audience? w/ A.J. Feliciano of The Roost Podcast Network
Why We Video: Top Podcasters Share Tips for Success w/ John Wordock of Cumulus Podcast Network and Lisa Shroyer of BiggerPockets
Why You Should Bring Your IP to Fiction Podcasts w/ Molly Barton of Realm and Steve Raizes of Paramount
Workflow of an Informational Podcast w/ Jennifer Briney of Congressional Dish
Yes that Marketing Advice for your Podcast is BS – 2023 w/ Rob Walch of Libsyn
Your Story Matters: Owning Your Message and Telling The World Through Podcasting w/ Donald Kelly of The Sales Evangelist, Randy Wilburn of Encourage Build Grow / I am Northwest Arkansas Podcast, and Shannon Cason of Shannon Cason's Homemade Stories
We'll continue to share more participants as the event draws near, but check out the entire list of speakers announced so far!
PM23 Scholarship Applications are OPEN
APPLY!
Podcast Movement was created in 2014 so that the entire community could gather each year in a place to call their own. Of course, many new and/or aspiring podcasters want to join us, but not all are in a financial position to make it happen.
Every year, we try our best to help those who are willing, able, and serious about attending Podcast Movement by working with them to make the event financially accessible. We will always attempt to do for some, what we wish we could do for everyone.
What is the scholarship and what does it include?
It's important to note that this scholarship only applies to a Standard Plus Pass for PM23 this August 21-24. The Standard Plus Pass does not include hotel or airfare, and the ticket is not transferable.
Who is eligible?
As a brand-new or yet-to-launch podcaster who LOVES podcasting, you may be eligible for our scholarship. Having an active track record of being part of the Podcast Movement Facebook Community helps!
Who is not eligible?
The scholarships are reserved for those who have never before attended a Podcast Movement event, have not yet signed up for PM23, and are not in a position to attend the conference without financial assistance.
How can I apply?
Learn more and submit your application by Friday, July 7 at midnight. We will announce the recipients in our weekly newsletter on July 12, as well as in our Facebook group.
Meetup With Us in Vancouver or Denver?
Our summer meetup tour is halfway finished, and we've enjoyed meeting so many of you on Monday and Tuesday in Portland and Seattle.
If you're in Vancouver, BC tonight, or Denver, CO on Friday, we'd love you to meet up with us.
And a huge thanks to Mackie, and their all-new DLZ Creator podcast mixer, for helping to make this year's amazing tour a reality.
To wrap things up, we wanted to remind everyone of our Community and Event Codes of Conduct. As the online community continues to grow and evolve, and our next big in-person event gets closer, it's never a bad time to make sure that we are all respectful of one another.
With that said, we hope your week is going great, and we can't wait to be back in your inbox soon!
Chat soon,
The Podcast Movement Team
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