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In this week’s edition, we’re introducing the Brand Success Track, a brand-new space designed to help brands launch or deepen their presence in podcasting. Plus, Steve Goldstein returns with his annual A View From The Top session, offering an honest look at the state of the industry—and where it’s headed—through insights from top podcasting leaders.

Scroll down for all the details—you won’t want to miss this!

Introducing the Brand Success Track: Where Brands & Podcasting Collide!

For the first time ever, Evolutions 2025 is creating a space just for brands with the all-new Brand Success Track. Whether you’re a CMO exploring podcast advertising or a marketer looking to make audio a bigger part of your strategy, this track delivers the insights you need. From campaign measurement to creative strategy, we’re breaking down the essentials to help brands navigate podcasting with clarity and confidence.

These sessions will take place on Tuesday, April 2 and Wednesday, April 3, and will be open to brand representatives, as well as everyone with an Industry Pass to the event. If you know of a brand who would be a great fit, you can invite them to apply for a complimentary brand pass here.

Here are a few sessions that Brand and Industry passholders will be able to participate in:

• Taking a Bite Out of the $1 Trillion Global Advertising Industry: How Podcasts Can Amplify Any Brand’s Media Mix

• Fixing Sponsorships: A Radically Candid Convo with Brands, Sales, and Publishers

• High-Value, High-Intent: How Podcast Ads Deliver 50%+ Higher LTV and Unlock +44% Incremental Lift

• The Art and Science of Branded Ads in Podcasts

This is a new addition to Evolutions and a chance to hear from those who are leading the way in brand and podcast collaborations.

Learn more about the different tracks planned for Evolutions 2025

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Evo25 Session Highlight: A View From The Top

Podcasting is evolving fast—what does that mean for creators, advertisers, and the industry as a whole? Find out in A View from the Top w/ Steve Goldstein, a fan-favorite session returning to the stage!

Steve will be joined by an incredible group of industry leaders, including Will Pearson from iHeartPodcasts, Pete Birsinger from Podscribe, Neil Mody from Headliner, and Stephanie Chan from YouTube. Together, they’ll explore:

• The biggest changes impacting podcasting in 2025.

• The challenges and opportunities that industry leaders are watching closely.

• What podcasters and brands need to know to stay ahead.

This can’t-miss session is your chance to hear expert insights and take away strategies that will help you adapt and thrive.

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This Week’s New Sessions and Speakers

Industry Stage

TV Companion Shows/House of the Dragon w/ Gabrielle Lewis of Audacy’s Pineapple Street Studios

Terms of Agreement: Structuring Winning Podcast Deals w/ Drew Welborn of WME and Steve Wilson of QCODE

The International Podcast Space w/ Josh Lindgren of Creative Artists Agency (CAA)

Transforming Audio Marketing: How Claritas and AudioStack Are Revolutionizing the Two Sizes of Creative: Production and Optimization w/ Don Sklenka of Claritas

Profit Stage

Content is Creator Currency: The Art of Podcast Monetization w/ Donald Albright of TenderfootTV

Land a TEDx Talk w/ Sharon Zehavi of Leadr

Working with An Independent Ad Rep w/ David Raphael of Public Media Marketing, Ines Maza of CAA, and Nick Freeman of Big Little Media

Create Stage

How Video Will Save Podcasting w/ Megan Marconi of Aura Frames

Grow Stage

Road To Engagement: Dissecting In-Car Family Listening Trends w/ Molly Bloom of Brains On & Smash Boom Best

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Join the Global Movement: Podcasthon is Back!

We’re excited to share a fantastic opportunity for podcasters to make a difference through Podcasthon—the world’s largest podcast charity initiative.

Podcasthon brings podcasters from all over the globe together to raise awareness for charitable causes by dedicating an episode to a nonprofit or charity of their choice. Whether you’re spotlighting a local cause or an international NGO, this is your chance to use your platform for good and amplify important voices.

Here’s how you can get involved:

Register your podcast: It’s quick, easy, and free! Sign up here.
Choose a charity: Pick a cause that matters to you and your listeners.
Record and publish: Create your episode and release it during Podcasthon week (March 15-21) on your usual platforms.
Promote: Spread the word on social media, tag Podcasthon, and help amplify the global wave of awareness!

This initiative is organized by Altruwe, a non-profit dedicated to promoting altruism in the 21st century.

For more information, visit Podcasthon’s FAQ page. It’s a great way to give back and connect with the podcasting community for a good cause!

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There’s a lot to look forward to at Evolutions 2025, from new sessions to big-picture conversations about where podcasting is headed. Whether you're diving into brand partnerships or just looking for fresh ideas, this year’s event has plenty in store.

We’ve got more updates coming soon—stay tuned!

Chat next week,
Team Podcast Movement

• Evolutions 2025
  Chicago, IL
  March 31 – April 3, 2025

• Podcast Movement 2025
  Dallas, TX
  August 18-21, 2025