Acast Events

Aclass Black Voices: Beyond Storytelling - How Black Podcast Creators Can Position (and Pitch) Their Stories for Visibility (US)

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 16:31:09 GMT

The third panel in Aclass Black Voices, entitled Beyond Storytelling: How Black Podcast Creators Can Position (and Pitch) Their Stories for Visibility. Featuring:

Noleca Radway: Founder of Quarks and host of Raising Rebels
Brittany Luse: Award-winning journalist, cultural critic, and on-air host
DeRay Mckesson: Civil rights activist and host of Crooked Media's podcast Pod Save the People
Berry Syk: Creator of Podcasts in Color

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Aclass Black Voices: More Than The Mic - Careers and Transitional Opportunities In the Podcasting Industry (US)

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 16:30:51 GMT

The second panel in Aclass Black Voices, entitled More Than The Mic - Careers and Transitional Opportunities In the Podcasting Industry. Featuring:

Vernon Foster: Content Development Manager, Acast (Moderator)
Lauren D. Williams: Head of Marketing Strategy, SiriusXM and Pandora
Yolanda Sangweni: Senior Director of Programming, NPR
Donald Albright: President and Co-Founder of Tenderfoot TV
Emery Tarpkin: Global Talent Partner, Acast

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Aclass Black Voices: Exploring Black Podcast Storytelling In the US and Beyond

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 16:30:26 GMT

The first panel in Aclass Black Voices, entitled Exploring Black Podcast Storytelling In the US and Beyond. Featuring:

Tiffany Ashitey: Director of Partnerships, Acast
Kerry-Ann Reid-Brown: CEO and founder of Breadfruit Media, Host of Carry On Friends The Caribbean American Podcast and founder of Caribbean Podcast Directory
Selly Thiam: CEO and founder of AQ Studios, host of the award-winning AfroQueer podcast
Garvia Bailey: Cofounder of Media Girlfriends' Inc., host of the upcoming HISTORICA Canada podcast, Strong and Free

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Aclass Asian Voices: Lifting the Veil on Podcast Production

Mon, 08 Feb 2021 20:01:01 GMT

The second panel in Aclass Asian Voices, entitled Lifting the Veil on Podcast Production: Asian creators talk all things development, tech, and monetization. Featuring:

Stephanie Kuo, Senior Manager of Training at PRX and cohost of Racist Sandwich
Freddie Wong, co-founder of Rocket Jump and cohost and editor of Dungeons and Daddies
Jerry Won, CEO of Just Like Media and cohost of Dear Asian Americans
Tiffany Lam, producer of Short Cuts and Oppo at Canadaland Media

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Aclass Asian Voices: Asian Perspectives in Podcast Storytelling (US)

Mon, 08 Feb 2021 19:54:46 GMT

The first panel in Aclass Asian Voices, entitled Asian Perspectives in Podcast Storytelling: How identity, content, and audience intersect. Featuring:

Phil Yu (moderator), co-host of They Call Us Bruce and the voice behind the blog Angry Asian Man
Margaret Cho, Grammy and Emmy nominated actress and host of The Margaret Cho
Nadya Agrawal, founder of Kajal Magazine and the host of the Cardamom Pod
Dino-Ray Ramos, associate editor at Deadline and co-host of Deadline's New Hollywood podcast
Lucia Liu, founder of Rock the Boat podcast

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Aclass Latinx: BTS Magia (Behind-the-scenes Magic) (US)

Tue, 20 Oct 2020 15:27:22 GMT

One of the questions that comes up over and over in the podcasting space is really the most essential one. In the most literal terms, how do I make a podcast? This panel brings together 3 producers who've built careers making shows. They talk about their processes, their approach to getting good sound, and how they construct episodes step-by-step.Featuring:

Camila Salazar, freelance audio producer, currently for Luminary's Hear To Slay and various projects at Vox and NY Mag
Juan Diego Ramírez, producer at Futuro Media and co-host and co-producer of Racist Sandwich
Estephanie, audio producer at Wonder Media Network and host of Bag Ladiez

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Aclass Latinx: Latinx Trailblazers in Podcasting (US)

Tue, 20 Oct 2020 15:27:08 GMT

This panel brings together some of the most notable Latinx podcasters in the industry. Moderated by Alicia Menendez, anchor at MSNBC and host and executive producer of Latina to Latina, the panelists dive into everything from their paths into the space, how to put aside fear to start creating, and what it takes to overcome the many challenges facing Latinx people in the space. Featuring:

Maria Hinojosa, president and founder of Futuro Media, co-host of In The Thick, anchor of Latino USA, and author of Once I Was You
Juleyka Lantigua-Williams, founder and CEO of Lantigua Williams & Co and host of How to Talk to [Mami & Papi] about Anything
Mukta Mohan, vice president at Higher Ground Audio

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Aclass Queer Voices: Storytelling and Identity (US)

Mon, 22 Jun 2020 13:17:04 GMT

The path to podcasting looks different for everyone. How do you decide and hone your podcast idea? How much of yourself, and your identity, do you include?

In this panel discussion we'll address the challenges that are unique to queer individuals, of various identities, in trying to grow their audience - and help you find your voice through podcasting. You'll hear from dynamic creators like Aida Osman of Keep It!, Jake Anthony & Matt Marr of 90 Days Gays, and Tuck Woodstock of Gender Reveal. Panel is moderated by Dino-Ray Ramos, Associate Editor at Deadline and co-host of Deadline's New Hollywood podcast.

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Feed Drop: Laughter Is The Best Medicine (US)

Fri, 05 Jun 2020 15:39:30 GMT

Throughout history, comedy has served as a comfort during times of crisis; and the current pandemic is no exception. Laughter truly is the best medicine and audiences are looking to stream their humor fix across all mediums. In this Feed Drop virtual event, we'll hear from some of the most hilarious voices in comedy about how they're adapting their business to quarantine and how they keep it light during dark times. Acast will be joined in conversation by podcasters who are literally in the business of laughter. We chat with Grammy and Emmy Award nominated comedian Margaret Cho ("The Margaret Cho") and Earios co-founder Priyanka Mattoo as well as with "The Last Laugh" host, Matt Wilstein, and Samantha Winkelman, VP of Business Development at The Daily Beast. Through thoughtful discussion, we'll uncover what's unique and important when it comes to comedy during covid. *Audio Quality: Please note this is a recording of a live Zoom event*

00:00 - Welcome by Brian Danzis, Managing Director of Americas for Acast

03:20 - Podcasting During COVID (State of the Industry) by Brian Danzis, Managing Director of Americas for Acast

07:08 - Acast Marketplace Overview by Nick Southwell-Keely, US Head of Sales for Acast

11:30 - Creator Support x Acast and Comedy Content During a Pandemic by Veronika Taylor, US Director of Content for Acast

15:17 - Panel Discussion with Margaret Cho and Priyanka Mattoo of The Margaret Cho/Earios & Matt Wilstein and Samantha Winkelman of The Last Laugh/Daily Beast

36:45 - Audience Q&A with Panelists

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Sounds Smart: Podcasting Through A Pandemic (Ireland)

Thu, 21 May 2020 16:55:49 GMT

Join top Irish podcasters David McWilliams, John Davis (The David McWilliams Podcast), Finbar Dwyer (Irish History Podcast) and Caroline Foran (The Anxiety Podcast) to discuss their podcasting journeys, how they work with brands and how they've adapted their shows during lockdown.

Acast experts share how and why podcast listening is booming in Ireland, how brands can get involved and much more.

*Please note that the audio is taken from a live video recording*

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Sounds Smart: Find Your Voice (Australia)

Thu, 21 May 2020 16:46:01 GMT

There is no better time to get started in podcasting. Whether you’re a manager or agent wanting to learn more, or looking to get your own show started, join experts and talent from the world’s biggest podcast company, Acast in this recording of an online event.

Leading podcasters Tegan Higginbotham from Rue Lamarck and Paul Verhoeven from Loose Units share just how they go about producing hit podcasts - including everything you need to know to get started.

And Abbie Chatfield from the brilliant It’s A Lot explains exactly how to find your format, as well as how to grow a loyal audience.

Finally, Acast’s world-leading podcast team explain why right now is the perfect time to get started in podcasting.

*Please note the audio was taken from a live video event*

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Aclass Black: Part Time Creatives - How to podcast while still working your 9-5 (US)

Thu, 21 May 2020 09:41:53 GMT

With the rise of audio content, podcasting is a full-time job for some of the industries most popular personalities. But, if you’re like most of us, you’re working a 9 - 5 until you can secure the bag, which means you have to work smart and be efficient with your time and resources. Hear directly from Queen & J. from Tea with Queen & J, who are in the trenches daily doing the work and how they’re making it happen.

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Aclass Black: How to break through the white noise as a black voice (US)

Thu, 21 May 2020 09:27:53 GMT

White men traditionally dominated the podcast landscape, but as podcasting has boomed, the playing field is leveling. The explosion of unapologetically black podcasts like The Read, The Bodega Boys, and Jemele Hill is Unbothered, is starting to shift the landscape to one where black voices have a unique opportunity to shine bright. In this live event, we’re joined by special guests Toure from Toure Show, Leila Day from The Stoop, and Noleca Radway from Raising Rebels (past guests have included Tiffany Haddish, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and Anastacia-Reneé).

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Inspiration at Home: Myter och sanningar med Dr. Mikael (Sweden)

Tue, 12 May 2020 13:59:59 GMT

Mikael Sandström har lämnat tv-världen för ett tag för att tjänstgöra som överläkare under coronakrisen. Till vardags driver han populära Läkarpodden tillsammans med Tilde de Paula Eby och är nu inbjuden för att dela med sig av sina erfarenheter från den rådande situationen inom vården. Han tar kål på myter, delar med sig av den senaste forskningen och svarar på era frågor kring oro, sjukdom, hypokondri och mycket mer.

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Feed Drop: Podcasting Is Music To Our Ears (US)

Fri, 01 May 2020 14:26:21 GMT

Jam Bands and K-Pop. On the surface, these musical genres don’t have much in common, but each owes a bit of their evolution and expansion to digital streaming, social media and now, podcasts. This virtual event brings some of the coolest folks in the music industry to the stage to discuss why music is turning into one of the hottest categories in podcasting - yes, even during a pandemic. Hear from Tom Marshall and RJ Bee, head lyricist from the band Phish and co-founders of Osiris Media, as well as from K-Pop superstar, Eric Nam, and his brother Eddie Nam, co-founder of DIVE Studios, the first podcasting company focused on catering to K-pop, Asian and Asian American fans. We discuss technology’s impact on how music content is written, distributed, and monetized; as well as how podcasts are allowing artists to connect with their fans in deeper, more personal ways. *Audio quality: please note this is a recording of a live Zoom event*

00:00 - Welcome by Brian Danzis, Managing Director of Americas for Acast

1:50 - Podcasting’s Big Moment (State of the Industry) by Brian Danzis, Managing Director of Americas for Acast

5:25 - Acast Marketplace Overview by Nick Southwell-Keely, US Head of Sales for Acast

8:36 - Creator Support x Acast and Content in the Time of Coronavirus by Veronika Taylor, US Director of Content for Acast

12:57 - Music & Podcasting by Brian Danzis, Managing Director of Americas for Acast

17:35 - Panel Discussion with Tom Marshall and RJ Bee of Osiris Media & Eric Nam and Eddie Nam of Dive Studios

48:25 - Audience Q&A with Panelists

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Inspiration at Home: Hitta motivationen med Träningspodden (Sweden)

Tue, 28 Apr 2020 15:53:49 GMT

Lovisa ”Lofsan” Sandström är en av Sveriges mest kända träningsexperter och tillsammans med Jessica Almenäs driver hon populära podden Träningspodden. Häng med när Lofsan bjuder på ett peppande samtal kring hur vi kan håll oss motiverade under dessa speciella tider. Få expertråd kring kost, träning samt hälsa – och så bjuder Lofsan på sina allra bästa knep som gör att just du kan lyckas med din träningsresa.*Ljudkvalitét: vänligen notera att detta är en ljudinspelning från ett live Zoom-event*

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Inspiration at Home: Vardagsretorik med Elaine Eksvärd (Sweden)

Tue, 28 Apr 2020 08:37:04 GMT

Möt retorikern, författaren och inspiratören Elaine Eksvärd i en digital föreläsning oavsett vart du sitter och jobbar just nu! Hur blir man vassare att kommunicera över digitala medier under dessa tider? Hur kan man genom rätt retorik lyckas få sitt drömjobb? Hur får man få andra människor att tycka det man säger är viktigt? Under eventet bjuder Elaine på sina allra bästa tips kring hur du kan lyckas med din vardagsretorik. Kan du inte få nog av Elaines expertknep? Gå in och lyssna på hennes podd Snacka Snyggt hos Acast. *Ljudkvalitét: vänligen notera att detta är en ljudinspelning från ett live Zoom-event*

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Sounds Smart: Podcasting Through a Pandemic (UK)

Fri, 24 Apr 2020 14:48:38 GMT

Join Acast UK as we take you through a look at the podcast landscape during coronavirus times. Hear from top podcaster Dr Rangan Chatterjee of Feel Better, Live More as to how he has adapted his top-ranking show as well as how he approaches working with brands. Learn more about how and why podcast listening is booming right now. Hear how to make your brand stand out to receptive ears, whilst experiencing the wonders of 3D audio and some of our most successful campaigns for the likes of John Lewis and NOW TV. *Audio quality: please note this is a recording of a live Zoom event*

Timings:

00.00 Introduction from Acast's UK+ MD, Georgie Holt

02.44 Acast Intelligence from Josh Woodhouse, Acast UK Director of Sales

11.49 Q&A with Dr Rangan Chatterjee and Lizzy Pollott, Acast VP of Brand

25.06 Overview of Acast Marketplace with Leo Goldingham, Key Account Director at Acast UK

35.08 Creative During Covid-19 with Jack Preston, UK Creative Lead for Acast

45.29 Inspiring Case Studies with Christiana Brenton, Key Account Director at Acast UK

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