Podcast Conferences: The Best Ones To Attend in 2024

Podcast conferences are one of the most powerful ways to level up your podcasting game and connect with the podcasting community.

These events feature pro podcast speakers, interactive sessions, networking opportunities, and the chance to meet experienced podcasters worldwide.

Here are the best podcasting conferences in 2024 to empower you in your podcasting journey!

Podfest Expo

January 26–29 | Orlando, FL | $99+

Podfest Expo is one of the most popular podcast conferences in the world, with a big focus on community among creators.

You can customize your experience by choosing one of these tracks:

• Creation and Launch
• Artificial Intelligence
• Technology and Innovation
• Audience Growth
• Monetization and Marketing
• YouTube and Video
• Networking and Social Media

Subscribe to the Podfest newsletter to stay up on events, calls for speakers, bonus training, etc.

She Podcasts Live 2024

January 24-26 | Orlando, FL | $147+

This event is the largest gathering of podcasters and audio content creators designed by and for women.

Every speaker on the lineup is a female-identifying podcaster with extensive experience in their field. The event has many networking opportunities, various vendors' expositions, and even nightly parties.

Register to connect, learn, and grow with other women in the podcasting industry!

On Air Fest

February 28 - March 1 l Brooklyn, NY l $175+

On Air Fest, presented by Hot Pod Summit, is back for another year!

This year's lineup includes a live story from Twenty Thousand Hertz creator Dallas Taylor,The Allusionist with Helen Zaltzman, Design Matters Live with Debbie Millman, Talkhouse Live, Sing for Science, and appearances from a bunch of other familiar faces.

The festival is also planning sonic art installations, networking moments, and parties — you can see the full lineup and buy tickets here.

Evolutions by Podcast Movement 2024

March 26-29 l Los Angeles, CA l $164+

Each year, Podcast Movement Evolutions brings together thousands of podcasters and podcast industry professionals to learn the latest research tools, technology, and cutting-edge information needed to stay at the top of their game.

Evolutions features educational and informative breakout sessions, enlightening and encouraging keynote talks, and podcasting's best networking events and parties.

Register for one of the three content tracks to personalize your experience!

The Podcast Show

May 22-23 l Islington, London l €55

The Podcast Show is the biggest International festival for the business of podcasting! Featuring 350+ world-class speakers, 150+ panels and sessions, global industry brands, networking and a whole host more across 2 days.

Sign up for news and updates!

Podcast Movement 2024

August 19-22 | Washington, DC | $199+

Podcast Movement is the world's largest podcast gathering and one we try to attend ourselves every year.

The conference is a fantastic way to connect with thousands of other creators and learn from the best in the business. Podcast Movement is also known to throw a great after-party.

Podcast movement features education, networking, and break-out sessions for all attendees!

Podfest Master Class l A.I. & Creator Tools

April 19, 22-24 l Virtual l $49.99

Podfest Master Class is an online, virtual summit that offers valuable podcasting education, quality content, and camaraderie! This year’s topic, A.I. & Creator Tools, is designed to help podcasters stay ahead of the game in content creation.

Ticket offerings are tiered based on the number of sessions and access to recordings. If you're a Buzzsprout podcaster, be sure to email support@buzzsprout.com for a discount code!

The Soundwave Summit

June 6 | Toronto, ON | $55+

Join the Soundwave Summit in Toronto on June 6th, 2024, featuring independent Canadian podcast creators. Enjoy discussions, workshops, live performances, and networking opportunities at StartWell and Paradise Theatre!

Sign up to reserve your spot! Buzzsprout podcasters can use code BCC15 for 15% off.

Mic Check Retreat

June 2-4 l Chattanooga, TN l $450

From education to implementation, Mic Check Retreat will help you gain the knowledge to take your podcast to the next level while also having time to implement your learnings! For two days, you'll explore strategies for monetization to marketing and beyond!

Tickets start at $450 and include lunch.

Indie Pod Con 9

September 13-14 | Swedesboro, NJ | $199.99

Indie Pod Con was started in 2014 by independent podcasters. This intimate conference features one track with speakers discussing the latest technology, techniques, and growth.

Sign up to reserve your spot!

Her Turn to Podcast Summit

May 20-21 l Los Angeles, CA l $397

Her Turn to Podcast was started by Cathy Heller to unite women ready to share their stories. This conference offers an impressive line-up of speakers, networking opportunities, and break-out sessions!

Building a Boss Summit

October 5 l Hartford, CT l $147

The Building A Boss Summit is an exciting all-day event for female entrepreneurs and leaders focused on reinvention in male-dominated industries. Part of the proceeds of the event will support a domestic violence shelter.

Podcasting For Business Conference

November 15 l Virtual l $97

The Podcasting for Business Conference is an all-virtual event for businesses that want to leverage a podcast as a marketing channel for their business. The event will include expert Training sessions with Q&A, multiple networking events, deep-dive workshops, and panels on critical topics leaving podcasters with everything they need to launch or optimize a profitable show.

Sign up to reserve your spot!

Conclusion

Most of the podcast events listed have been running for several consecutive years, so if you miss this year's, chances are they'll be back.

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