From Conan to Dua Lipa: Celebrity Podcasts Take Center Stage Live

Welcome to Poduty and the News!
Saturday, September 27th | Live from the Poduty Podcast Theater, Pittsburgh

Poduty and the News is your go-to live news podcast about the world of podcasting, streaming straight from the stage every Saturday morning. Hosted by Jeff Revilla, each week brings fresh industry stories, trends, and plenty of hot takes, featuring a rotating panel of expert guests. Whether you’re tuning in from home or joining us live in Pittsburgh, this show is designed to spark conversation and community among podcasters and enthusiasts.

This week, we were joined on stage by the fantastic Maria Daniels—her second visit to Pittsburgh (and Poduty’s first returning guest!). Maria hails from Russellville, Ohio, and is well known for her work in marketing, her love of coffee (ask her about the Vault Cafe!), and her sharp business sense. She brought both her industry expertise and quick wit, elevating the live show energy for our Pittsburgh and online audience.

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This episode we dug into six big stories from the podcasting world—here’s what you missed:

The UK’s live podcast scene is exploding, with duos and fan-favorites filling theaters and turning podcast tours into must-see events. We reviewed a recent “billboard 100”-style listicle, highlighting how podcasts are transcending downloads and forging real, in-person community connections.

Conan brings his podcast live to LA’s Fonda Theater, proving traditional media greats are now leading the way in DIY, self-produced, live podcast experiences—at a fraction of network costs. We discussed the evolving production model and what independent creators can learn as the gap narrows between basement studios and marquee events.

YouTube announced major updates for live streaming—including simulcast formats, AI-powered clip generation, and interactive tools—cementing its place as the largest streaming service worldwide. We explored how podcasters can tap these new features for discovery, engagement, and monetization.

Pop icon Dua Lipa recorded a live “Service 95 Book Club” episode at the New York Public Library, blending literary prestige with pop culture for her dedicated fanbase. We loved how celebrities bring new energy to the podcasting space and highlight their passions beyond the stage.

At Nuremberg’s Toy Business Forum, live podcasting took center stage with a session on how adult collectors (kidalts) are remaking toy culture. We talked about industry events hiring podcasters for interactive sessions, giving rise to new voices and experiences at conventions.

At the University of Arkansas, the “Upstairs Neighbors” podcast hosted a live experience focused on crowd engagement and community-building—not for the podcast feed, but for the here-and-now. It’s all about the FOMO and pure, memories-in-the-moment vibes!

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Thanks for Listening and Attending Live!
Whether you’re a die-hard podcaster or just podcast-curious, Poduty and the News brings you the latest headlines, trends, and live energy from the podcasting world every Saturday. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the next live show—see you at the Poduty Podcast Theater or streaming online!