3 Nov 2026 11:00
Inside Podfest 2027: What's New, What's Changing, and Why
Podcast conferences promise new ideas, valuable connections, and swag bags. But when you can learn almost anything online for free, what makes an in-person event worth attending? And are conference organizers giving podcasters what they need, or are they so busy packing the schedule with speakers and sessions that they've forgotten what makes the experience worth paying for?
Podfest Director of Operations Wendy Brant is back to take us behind the scenes of Podfest 2027 and reveal how attendee feedback is changing the conference experience. We're talking about why Podfest is moving beyond traditional conference sessions, what's new for 2027, and how you can tap into the Podfest community even if you can't attend in person. Hit play and let's dive in.
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1:25 – What Makes Podfest Different From Other Podcast Conferences
6:12 – How Podfest Attendees Are Shaping the Conference Itself
8:19 – Why Podfest Is Moving Beyond Traditional Conference Sessions
13:45 – What to Expect at Podfest 2027 Based on Attendee Feedback
22:14 – How to Connect With the Podfest Community Without Attending
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Episode Links:
Meet Wendy Brant: PodfestExpo.com | LinkedIn
More ways to learn before Podfest: Explore Virtual PodIndy
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Other Episodes You’ll Love:
Are Podcast Conferences Worth It? 3 Things to Know Before You Go | Wendy Brant, Podfest
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