Jottings of note:
Setting the agenda
The 2026 edition of Podfest, formally known as the Podfest Expo, and even more elaborately titled the Podfest Multimedia Expo, is slated for January 15-18 in Orlando. (Info HERE.) Key topics, each of which contains multiple presentations, include Audience Growth, AI, Beginners, Editors, Monetization, and Video. And more. Click HERE for the details as they stand now.
Positioning for glory
When a podcast wins an award, what is the impact on visibility and growth? “Podcast awards aren’t just about trophies, they’re strategic investments that can transform a show’s trajectory.” That’s the thesis which inspires an upcoming webinar produced by Sounds Profitable and The Podglomerate: “The How (and Why) to Budget for Podcast Awards in 2026.” It’s a strategic brief which looks at the different awards programs, how to align awards with show goals, and an analysis of how awards impact show growth. The Podglomerate CEO Jeff Umbro observes, “The podcast awards industry has been transforming as quickly as the industry itself. This webinar will be a helpful way to inform podcasters of how to best stay abreast of which awards are important, realistic, and affordable.”
November 26, 2025
