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Happy Thursday, PM Family,
You’ve almost made it: Tomorrow is Quitter’s Day and we believe you’ll make it to the other side. And on the other side, we’ve got so many exciting things going on that it will be so worth it.
This week we share one of those exciting things, it’s the next Keynote Speaker announcements for this March’s Evolutions, along with an announcement from our friends at The Webby Awards.
After that, we’ll share some more of the amazing speakers who will be leading sessions and panels at the event, PLUS we share news on an upcoming webinar that we’re hosting. Lastly, we’re sharing more on our upcoming meetups next month in California.
Don’t quit now, it’s time to have some fun.
This is your last chance to enter the 28th Annual Webby Awards! Submit your work by the Extended Entry Deadline, February 9th, 2024.
Enter The Webbys. Stand out on a global stage.
Since 1996, The Webby Awards has been recognized as the preeminent international honor for Internet excellence. Last year’s Webby Awards received nearly 14,000 entries from around the world.
By participating in The Webbys, you place your work on the same stage as boundary-pushing talent, like past Webby Winners including Stitcher, Audible, The Daily, WaitWhat, Pivot, California Love and Lemonada Media, to name a few.
The Webby Awards will also recognize the company with the most wins, nominations, and honored entries across categories as Podcast Company of the Year. Plus, we added several new categories this year, including new Podcasts honors for Comedy, History, Best Indie Podcast and Limited-Series & Specials categories including; Business and Interview/Talk Show.
Don't miss your chance, enter the 28th Annual Webby Awards by the Extended Entry Deadline on February 9th, 2024.
LEARN MORE AND ENTER NOWOver the past several years, one of the most popular sessions at Evolutions has been the annual Podcast Report Card presented by James Cridland of Podnews. It’s always an insightful look at the year that has gone by in podcasting, and a great way to set the table for the rest of Evolutions to follow.
We’re excited to share a new round of speakers taking part in panels, breakout sessions, and expert talks. Below you’ll find the title of some of the latest sessions, the track they’ll be a part of, and the new speakers that are being announced as a part of those sessions!
Industry Professional Track
This track is open only to Industry Professional badges and focuses on the business of podcasting.
Fundamentals Track
This track is open to all attendees and focuses on the basics of podcasting.
Podcaster Create Track
This track is open to all attendees with a Podcaster or Industry Professional badge and focuses on the creation side of a podcast.
Podcaster Grow Track
This track is open to all attendees with a Podcaster or Industry Professional badge and focuses on the growth and marketing side of a podcast.
Podcaster Profit Track
This track is open to all attendees with a Podcaster or Industry Professional badge and focuses on the monetization side of a podcast.
We’ve got more to be announced each week… and keep an eye on our Speakers Page for the list that’s being updated daily!
Join podcasters and industry professionals from around the world for our two big events next year.
Evolutions is March 26-29 in Los Angeles, and Podcast Movement 2024 is August 19-22 in Washington, D.C. Learn more about the differences here.
Both events feature hundreds of educational sessions across curated tracks, an innovative expo hall showcasing the latest tools and technologies, and of course the best networking and parties in podcasting.
Register for Evolutions 2024 Register for PM24Podcast Movement is partnering with the Webby Awards to virtually present this year's Webby Talk – The Race to Outpace. In this special edition of Webby Talks, the event delves into the swift pace of AI innovations, providing valuable insights on navigating this new era of the Internet, particularly within the context of audio and podcasts.
Following the presentation, there will be a fireside chat with Dan Franks, President of Podcast Movement, on how AI can empower and transform the landscape of podcasting. Discover the latest trends and strategies for harnessing the power of AI in the dynamic world of audio content creation.
RSVP HERE, and we’ll see you there!
Finally, a reminder of our THREE upcoming meetups in San Diego, West Hollywood, and Burbank (Los Angeles). Check them out below!
We can’t wait to share more about Evolutions next week.
Grateful,
Team Podcast Movement
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