Welcome to Poduty and the News, the only live news podcast about podcasting—delivered straight from the stage! Hosted by Jeff Revilla, this series dives into the latest trends, events, and innovations shaping the world of podcasting, with a special focus on live, community-driven experiences.In this episode, Jeff Revilla welcomes Greg Wasserman, Head of Relationships at RSS.com, for an in-depth conversation about the power of live events, the evolution of podcast networks, and how podcasters can build stronger communities both on and off the mic. Together, they explore standout recent stories from the podcasting landscape that demonstrate how podcasts are bringing people together around the globe.About Our GuestGreg Wasserman is the Head of Relationships at RSS.com and a seasoned expert in media sales and podcast ecosystem growth. Having transitioned into podcasting in 2021, Greg Wasserman has led three listening platforms, worked at CastMagic on content repurposing, and now champions the development of podcast networks and local podcasting initiatives at RSS.com. He is also the host of "Podcast Network Insights," a weekly show spotlighting the strategies and stories of podcast network leaders. Known for his deep commitment to building community and fostering connections, Greg Wasserman brings invaluable insights into the future of live, local, and networked podcast experiences.Connect with Greg on LinkedINhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/gregwasserman/Want to livestream and record podcasts like we do?  Check out these links and build your empire!Transistor FM - for podcast hostinghttps://transistor.fm/?via=podutyCastmagic - to make written content from your audio podcasthttps://get.castmagic.io/ugp958dba02xStreamyard - for livestreaming and recording podcast episodeshttps://streamyard.com/pal/c/6282618417446912In This Episode:414 Strong: Milwaukee Media Goes Live at AnodyneSource: The Recombobulation Areahttps://www.therecombobulationarea.news/p/live-from-anodyne-with-dan-shaferMilwaukee-based publication The Recombobulation Area hosted a live podcast event at Anodyne Coffee’s Walker’s Point Roastery as part of the city’s “414 Day” celebrations. Hosted by journalist Dan Shafer, the event featured conversations with community leaders, local media voices, and civic organizers in front of a live audience, highlighting Milwaukee culture, local journalism, and community connection.Cinema, Mental Health, and a Live AudienceSource: Peninsula Daily Newshttps://www.peninsuladailynews.com/2026/05/08/live-taping-of-podcast-featured-for-community-conversation/Brothers Jeffrey Jones and Joshua Jones hosted a live taping of their podcast Cinemental as part of the First Fed Community Conversation series at Field Arts & Events Hall in Port Angeles, Washington. The live event explored how mental health is portrayed in film and television, combining podcasting, education, film discussion, and audience interaction.From Download to Downtown: Podcast Goes Live in Carlsbad VillageSource: Carlsbad Villagehttps://www.carlsbad-village.com/post/live-podcast-series-featuring-local-creatives-comes-to-carlsbad-villageCarlsbad artist Taylor Gallegos is launching a new live podcast event series called Making It Live in Carlsbad Village, California. The series brings local creatives together for live interviews in front of an audience at Hammy’s, turning an online podcast into an in-person community experience featuring artists, entrepreneurs, photographers, and local business leaders.Seth MacFarlane Headlines Newport Beach TV Fest with Live Podcast RecordingSource:  The Hollywood Reporterhttps://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/seth-macfarlane-award-live-podcast-newport-beach-tv-fest-1236586093/Seth MacFarlane will receive the Newport Beach TV Fest’s Maverick Award during a special event that begins with a live recording of Awards Chatter, The Hollywood Reporter’s long-running interview podcast. The live podcast recording will take place at the Lido Theater in Newport Beach and will focus on MacFarlane’s career across television, film, streaming, and animation.Mother’s Day Goes Live with Podcast Event in AdelaideSource: Glam Adelaidehttps://glamadelaide.com.au/sa-media-personality-bec-morse-is-bringing-her-podcast-live-to-the-city-for-the-first-time-at-a-free-event/Adelaide media personality Bec Morse and her daughter Grace Wakelin hosted the first live Adelaide recording of their podcast In the Genes during a free Mother’s Day event at Myer Centre Adelaide. The event combined live podcasting, audience interaction, giveaways, and meet-and-greets in a retail environment centered around family and community.Spotify Hosts Live Fashion and Podcasting Event in New YorkSource:  Spotify Newsroomhttps://newsroom.spotify.com/2026-05-04/mina-le-mia-calabrese-on-air-in-style-nyc/Spotify recently hosted a live event in New York City called On Air, In Style, bringing together podcasting, fashion, and creator culture. Hosted by fashion creator Mina Le, the evening featured a live conversation with pop culture personality Mia Calabrese and highlighted the growing audience for fashion podcasts on Spotify.Host your podcast at Poduty:Curious about taking your own podcast live in front of an audience? Learn more about staging your own event at Poduty.com—no contracts, no minimum ticket sales, just real podcasting energy!Not ready for the stage but need help launching your Podcast? Try our fully done for you podcasting services.  From start to finish, Jeff will help you bring your show to life!Check out our services and packages at:https://poduty.com/done-for-you-podcasting-services/Leave Us a Review On Your Podcast App!If you enjoyed this episode of Poduty and the News, we’d love for you to leave us a review where ever you listen! Take a moment to share your thoughts—it helps others discover Poduty and makes our community even stronger. 

Welcome to Poduty and the News—the only live news podcast about podcasting, streaming straight from the stage every Tuesday night! Hosted by Jeff Revilla, this show brings you the industry’s latest buzz, actionable insights, and the inspiring stories behind independent creators shaping the future of audio.Meet Don Rodriguezhttps://iandimusic.studio/Founder of I&I Studios, a groundbreaking recording studio, label, and music publisher based just outside Las Vegas. Don Rodriguez is a 20-year entrepreneur-turned-music producer passionate about championing independent artists. His approach gives 100% ownership of masters and compositions back to the musician, fostering creativity and sustainability in the industry. Don’s commitment goes beyond music—through INI Studios, he supports artists with state-of-the-art facilities, collaborative opportunities, and a vision for artists to truly be heard in a crowded digital world.Want to livestream and record podcasts like we do?  Check out these links and build your empire!Transistor FM - for podcast hostinghttps://transistor.fm/?via=podutyCastmagic - to make written content from your audio podcasthttps://get.castmagic.io/ugp958dba02xStreamyard - for livestreaming and recording podcast episodeshttps://streamyard.com/pal/c/6282618417446912Chapters for this episode:The Android Show Sets the Stage for I/OSource:  Android Authorityhttps://www.androidauthority.com/android-show-google-io-episode-date-3660424/Google is using The Android Show as a pre-event livestream to build hype ahead of I/O, showing how podcasts can control the narrative and extend attention beyond a single keynote.Wanging On LIVE Hits the Fringe StageSource: The Edinburgh Reporterhttps://theedinburghreporter.co.uk/2026/04/graham-norton-to-record-live-podcast-at-the-fringe/Wanging On with Graham Norton is heading to the Edinburgh Fringe, proving that podcasts can evolve into full-scale live performances that deepen audience connection.Gary Vee Backs the Live Podcast ModelSource: TBPN on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g8wVmUVXsw8Insights from Gary Vaynerchuk reinforce that the future of content blends digital reach with real-world experiences like live podcasting and events.Pitch Your Podcast Creates New VoicesSource:  WNYThttps://wnyt.com/capital-region-news/have-a-podcast-idea-heres-your-chance/Bright Sided Media’s Pitch Your Podcast contest highlights how structured opportunities and support can turn ideas into shows and bring new creators into the space.Da 229 Podcast Drives Community ImpactSource: The Post Searchlighthttps://thepostsearchlight.com/2026/03/31/skate-towne-da-229-podcast-host-free-event-for-kids/Da 229 Podcast partners with a local business to host a free community event, showing how podcasts can create real-world impact beyond the mic.Odd Lots LIVE Brings Finance Fans TogetherSource: Bloomberg Newshttps://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2026-04-23/come-see-odd-lots-live-in-new-york-cityOdd Lots by Bloomberg is taking its finance podcast to a live NYC audience, proving that even niche shows can build strong in-person communities and ticketed events.Host your podcast at Poduty:Curious about taking your own podcast live in front of an audience? Learn more about staging your own event at Poduty.com—no contracts, no minimum ticket sales, just real podcasting energy!Not ready for the stage but need help launching your Podcast? Try our fully done for you podcasting services.  From start to finish, Jeff will help you bring your show to life!Check out our services and packages at:https://poduty.com/done-for-you-podcasting-services/Leave Us a Review On Your Podcast App!If you enjoyed this episode of Poduty and the News, we’d love for you to leave us a review where ever you listen! Take a moment to share your thoughts—it helps others discover Poduty and makes our community even stronger. Thanks for listening and being part of the journey!

This Episode was recorded live on April 25, 2026, Jeff Revilla is joined by special guest Cody Johnston — also known as The Weird Canadian — for a deep, unfiltered look at the evolution of independent media, the power of live events, and the new, more human side of content creation.About Our Guest: Cody Johnstonhttps://theweirdcanadian.ca/Cody Johnston (The Weird Canadian) is on a mission to build an independent media empire that protects and amplifies creative voices. Driven by a passion for storytelling and a frustration with corporate homogenization in film and television, Cody Johnston is empowering creators and connecting communities beyond borders. When he’s not sketching out big ideas, Cody Johnston builds software, launches new projects, and inspires people to be their authentic selves — online and in real life.Want to livestream and record podcasts like we do?  Check out these links and build your empire!Transistor FM - for podcast hostinghttps://transistor.fm/?via=podutyCastmagic - to make written content from your audio podcasthttps://get.castmagic.io/ugp958dba02xStreamyard - for livestreaming and recording podcast episodeshttps://streamyard.com/pal/c/6282618417446912Chapters in this episode:History Hits Different Live with Us & Them PodcastSource:  Marshall Parthenonhttps://marshallparthenon.com/41472/news/ken-burns-documentary-sparks-discussion-at-live-podcast/From Stage to Stream wit Car Dealer LiveSource: Car Dealer Magazine UKhttps://cardealermagazine.co.uk/car-dealer-live-podcast-features-highlights-from-our-big-event/323021Bake to the FutureSource: Commercial Bakinghttps://commercialbaking.com/aba-talks-workforce-in-live-podcast/At the Craft Brewers Conference with Brewbound PodcastSource: Brewboundhttps://www.brewbound.com/podcast/cbc-week--a-blockbuster-brewery-dealCrayola’s Second ActSource:  ADWeek at Brandweek on  YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3UvDYkSTzKQ New Heights with Jason and Travis Kelce Live Show at the Orpheum TheatreSource: Podnewshttps://podnews.net/press-release/new-heights-live-in-laHost your podcast at Poduty:Curious about taking your own podcast live in front of an audience? Learn more about staging your own event at Poduty.com—no contracts, no minimum ticket sales, just real podcasting energy!Not ready for the stage but need help launching your Podcast? Try our fully done for you podcasting services.  From start to finish, Jeff will help you bring your show to life!Check out our services and packages at:https://poduty.com/done-for-you-podcasting-services/Leave Us a Review On Your Podcast App!If you enjoyed this episode of Poduty and the News, we’d love for you to leave us a review where ever you listen! Take a moment to share your thoughts—it helps others discover Poduty and makes our community even stronger. Thanks for listening and being part of the journey!

Welcome to Poduty and the News, the only live news podcast focused on the world of podcasting, community events, and how independent creators are shaping the future of local media. Hosted by Jeff Revilla, each episode dives into the stories, trends, and innovations happening at the intersection of podcasting and live events.In this episode, Jeff Revilla is joined by Jacob Espinoza, founder of Local Social Club and the powerhouse behind “What's Happening Salem.” Together, they explore how podcasting is transforming communities, why local content is on the rise, and practical ways anyone can become the hub of their own city through events, social media, and audio storytelling.About the Guest: Jacob Espinozahttps://jacobespinoza.com/Jacob Espinoza is an entrepreneur and community builder known for kickstarting the “What's Happening Salem” platform, which quickly became the go-to source for news, events, and positive stories in Salem, Oregon. With a growing audience across Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and newsletters, Jacob Espinoza has demonstrated how local voices can drive connection and opportunity in their communities. Through his Local Social Club, he now mentors other content creators, helping them launch, grow, and monetize local platforms that bring people together and shine a spotlight on their cities.Want to livestream and record podcasts like we do?  Check out these links and build your empire!Transistor FM - for podcast hostinghttps://transistor.fm/?via=podutyCastmagic - to make written content from your audio podcasthttps://get.castmagic.io/ugp958dba02xStreamyard - for livestreaming and recording podcast episodeshttps://streamyard.com/pal/c/6282618417446912Chapters in This Episode:Our 6 Stories in This Episode:From Village Square to Podcast StageSource: Romania Insiderhttps://www.romania-insider.com/festival-savarsin-royal-estate-april-2026A Romanian cultural festival blends traditional crafts, music, and community experiences with a live podcast recording, showing how podcasts can naturally fit into events where audiences already exist.The Money You Can’t MeasureSource:  Podbiz Podcast on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MHGSUK_tO84Jeremy Enns highlights how much of podcasting’s real revenue happens off the books, with small shows quietly driving major business results and proving that downloads are not the full picture.Local News, Live AgainSource: Flamborough Todayhttps://www.flamboroughtoday.com/local-news/cbc-to-launch-live-audio-weekday-morning-show-weekly-podcast-in-hamilton-12055391CBC expands in Hamilton with a live weekday morning show and a new local podcast, reinforcing the value of consistent, community-driven content that shows up daily.Books, But Make It a PodcastSource:  Fun Cheap San Franciscohttps://sf.funcheap.com/scifi-authors-live-podcast-sf-main-library/A free library event featuring sci-fi authors adds a live podcast recording to extend the experience beyond the room, turning a one-time event into lasting content.Your Podcast Is Your Press PassSource: National Law Reviewhttps://natlawreview.com/press-releases/toborlife-ai-ceo-david-schulhof-will-appear-distribution-now-live-podcastA high-ticket AI conference uses live podcasting on-site, highlighting how creators can position their shows as media assets to gain access and create value without paying for entry.The Shows You Didn’t Know Were HappeningSource: NJ.comhttps://www.nj.com/entertainment/2026/03/the-first-ever-live-episode-of-jerseys-best-podcast-is-coming-heres-what-to-know.htmlA local podcast celebrates its anniversary with a live event filled with interactive segments, merch, and community engagement, proving that real growth is happening at the grassroots level.Host your podcast at Poduty:Curious about taking your own podcast live in front of an audience? Learn more about staging your own event at Poduty.com—no contracts, no minimum ticket sales, just real podcasting energy!Not ready for the stage but need help launching your Podcast? Try our fully done for you podcasting services.  From start to finish, Jeff will help you bring your show to life!Check out our services and packages at:https://poduty.com/done-for-you-podcasting-services/Leave Us a Review On Your Podcast App!If you enjoyed this episode of Poduty and the News, we’d love for you to leave us a review where ever you listen! Take a moment to share your thoughts—it helps others discover Poduty and makes our community even stronger. Thanks for listening and being part of the journey!

Welcome to Poduty and the News, the only live news podcast about podcasting, streamed straight from the stage! Each week, hosts Jeff Revilla and friends dig into the biggest developments in the world of podcasts, from creative trends to industry shifts, all brought to life with fresh stories, expert commentary, and some real-time fun.— Are you curious how podcasts are changing in 2026?— Ever wondered what it takes to create live, can't-miss audio experiences?— Want behind-the-scenes insights on new ways podcasters are building community — in person and online?Poduty and the News is your go-to source, featuring top stories, special guests, and actionable advice for today's podcast creators and fans.Meet Our Guest: Anja Lordanićhttps://sayyestopodcasting.com/Today’s episode features Anja Lordanić, host of "Say Yes to Podcasting." Anja Lordanić is a podcast mentor, trainer, and advocate for solopreneurs eager to launch profitable, sustainable podcasts — even without giant followings or blockbuster sponsorships.She empowers business owners to use podcasting as a tool for connection, growth, and making a real impact, showing how your voice can reach the right audience, not just the biggest one. Whether mentoring, launching shows, or sharing solo nuggets of wisdom, Anja Lordanić is on a mission to make podcasting accessible, authentic, and fun for all.Want to livestream and record podcasts like we do?  Check out these links and build your empire!Transistor FM - for podcast hostinghttps://transistor.fm/?via=podutyCastmagic - to make written content from your audio podcasthttps://get.castmagic.io/ugp958dba02xStreamyard - for livestreaming and recording podcast episodeshttps://streamyard.com/pal/c/6282618417446912Chapters in this EpisodeBrains, But Make It a Live ShowSource:  Fun Cheap San Franciscohttps://sf.funcheap.com/brains-on-live-podcast-show-marines-memorial-theatre-sf/A top kids podcast turns its content into a full live experience, combining science, entertainment, and audience interaction to create a show families are willing to pay for.100K and Still Showing UpSource: Killah Priest YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i1NFzt3On80Killah Priest celebrates a major subscriber milestone with a live episode that highlights the power of consistency, community, and long-term audience building.Stop Building Everything YourselfSource: PocketGamer.Bizhttps://www.pocketgamer.biz/pocketgamerbiz-podcast-skillz-beamable-and-the-live-ops-shift/A live podcast from GDC explores how creators can move faster by relying on shared systems, focusing more on the experience and less on the technical setup.From Content to Community MovementSource: Spotify Newsroomhttps://newsroom.spotify.com/2026-04-01/equal-days-latin-america-women-in-music-photos/Spotify’s EQUAL initiative shows how live events and podcasts can bring people together, turning content into a global movement built on connection and shared growth.Access Is the ProductSource: Rave Pubshttps://ravepubs.com/galsngear-to-host-networking-opportunities-for-women-at-2026-nab-show/#GALSNGEAR uses live podcasting, panels, and networking events to create real opportunities for connection, proving that podcasts can open doors beyond content.Turning Headlines Into a Live ConversationSource: Reuters Econ World podcasthttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_eYUtE3_bdYReuters brings its podcast to a live stage, using real-time discussion and expert voices to make complex economic issues more engaging and accessible.Host your podcast at Poduty:Curious about taking your own podcast live in front of an audience? Learn more about staging your own event at Poduty.com—no contracts, no minimum ticket sales, just real podcasting energy!Not ready for the stage but need help launching your Podcast? Try our fully done for you podcasting services.  From start to finish, Jeff will help you bring your show to life!Check out our services and packages at:https://poduty.com/done-for-you-podcasting-services/Leave Us a Review On Your Podcast App!If you enjoyed this episode of Poduty and the News, we’d love for you to leave us a review where ever you listen! Take a moment to share your thoughts—it helps others discover Poduty and makes our community even stronger. Thanks for listening and being part of the journey!