Donuts, Downloads, and AI: This Week's Podcast News with Special Guest Jeff Dwoskin
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Donuts, Downloads, and AI: This Week's Podcast News with Special Guest Jeff Dwoskin

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This Episode’s Special Guest: Jeff Dwoskin
https://jeffisfunny.com/
https://www.stampede.social/
We’re thrilled to welcome Jeff Dwoskin, host of the acclaimed podcast Classic Conversations, to the stage! Jeff brings a treasure trove of behind-the-scenes stories about TV and movie icons, especially those who made our childhoods unforgettable.

  • Classic Conversations is where Jeff sits down with legendary actors and pop culture figures—think stars from The Love Boat, Happy Days, and more—reliving the stories and moments that shaped an era. For those turning 50 (or wishing they were!), it’s a nostalgic ride full of insight and heart.

  • Jeff doesn’t just reminisce—he builds bridges between the past and today’s audiences, even inspiring new podcast spinoffs with his interviews (you’ll hear how a chat with "Gopher" from The Love Boat helped spark a new show)!

  • A one-man powerhouse, Jeff has produced over 400 episodes solo, all while integrating the latest tech—including AI tools—to boost his creative workflow.

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In This Episode:
Doughnuts & Downloads
Source:  St. Louis Magazine
https://www.stlmag.com/dining/sweets-by-sweet-waters-st-ann/

Sweets by Sweet Waters in St. Louis is more than a doughnut shop. Owner Byron Waters built a community space that includes a rehearsal stage and a podcast room for kids. It’s a powerful example of how podcasting can serve a local neighborhood first. When you combine creativity, physical space, and purpose, you are not just selling products. You are building future creators and strengthening community from the ground up.

The Story Collider brought its science storytelling podcast to The Crawford in Pasadena for a live event blending scientists, comedians, and everyday people. With nearly one million annual downloads, the show proves that educational content becomes even more powerful when performed live. Storytelling on stage raises the emotional stakes and reminds us that live podcasting turns information into shared human experience.

AI Takes the Stage
Source: TPBN
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EvBddHMCFNk

Dylan Patel joined TPBN live at the Cisco AI Summit to discuss AI infrastructure, chips, energy, and the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence. The bigger takeaway is that even the most technical conversations are moving to live stages. In an AI-driven world where content can be automated, live podcasting builds trust, authority, and real-time connection that technology alone cannot replicate.
New data shows podcast listeners aged 35 to 44 are more likely to recall ads and make major purchasing decisions than younger demographics. This group is highly engaged, economically active, and increasingly influential in business. It’s also the same demographic that frequently attends live podcast events, making them a prime audience for both advertisers and live show producers.

Climbing Live
Source: Rich Roll Podcast on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gJPKuZKfIRo

After his historic free climb of Taipei 101, Alex Honnold appeared live on the Rich Roll Podcast in an event viewed more than 32,000 times. The live setting captured the emotional aftermath of a major moment and allowed audiences to process it together. Live podcasting turns milestone events into shared experiences that deepen connection and amplify impact.

Showbusiness, But Make It Live
Source: Dynasty Typewriter
https://www.dynastytypewriter.com/calendar-squad-up

Artists on Artists on Artists on Artists is bringing its comedy podcast to Dynasty Typewriter in Los Angeles with both in-person and livestream tickets. By selling seats in the room and access online, the show demonstrates a hybrid monetization model that maximizes reach without sacrificing exclusivity. It’s a clear example of how modern podcasters can think like producers and treat their shows as live entertainment businesses.

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