Podcasting Takes Center Stage: Beer, Broadway, and Building Lasting Communities with special Guest Rachel Minion
Get ready for another jam-packed episode of Poduty and the News — the only live news podcast about podcasting, recorded right in the heart of the Poduty Podcast Theater. Hosted by Jeff Revilla, this show is your Saturday morning guide to what’s happening in the ever-evolving world of live podcasting, community events, and the creative minds behind the mic.Our Special Guest Co-Host Today: Rachel Minionhttps://rachelminion.com/We were thrilled to welcome the amazing Rachel Minion as our live guest for this episode. Rachel brought a fresh perspective and infectious energy to the stage, sharing her insights from the world of business efficiency, automation, and the power of live events.Rachel runs Rockstar Moon, a rev ops organization that helps consultants amplify their impact by streamlining systems and automating tedious day-to-day tasks. She also has a rich background in the live entertainment industry, having worked at Ticketmaster, and shared some unique stories about transparency, crisis management, and connecting deeply with your audience.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/6282618417446912Episode Recap: Stories, Takeaways & Community HighlightsCrisis Mode: Rebuilding Trust Livehttps://www.fastcompany.com/91433809/the-ceos-of-honest-company-and-nwsl-on-regaining-trust-from-consumers-and-employeesInspired by the Masters of Scale Summit, this segment explored how companies like the Honest Co. and the National Women’s Soccer League rebuilt trust after scandals.Industry Podcasts Going Livehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IwmAuOuBDrMWe spotlighted the Fine Home Building Summit, where niche podcasters took the stage, fielded live audience questions, and turned technical trade talk into interactive masterclasses. BothThe Festival Approach: Hamburg Podcast Nighthttps://pop64.com/2025/10/erste-hamburger-podcast-nacht/Five diverse podcasts populated the historic Hansa Theater for Hamburg’s first-ever Podcast Night, reminding everyone that podcasts can be as communal and immersive as live music.Brewing Collaboration into Communityhttps://craftypint.com/news/3910/episode-068-going-with-the-grainIn Australia, the “Going with the Grain” podcast brought together brewers, farmers, and maltsters for a live-recorded celebration of local craft and innovation. The discussion reinforced the idea that collaboration (even among “competitors”) can deepen community ties and elevate everyone’s game.Broadway Goes Live: Stagecraft’s Big Momenthttps://variety.com/2025/legit/podcasts/business-of-broadway-breakfast-2025-keanu-reeves-1236558634/Variety’s Stagecraft podcast wrapped its season with a star-studded Broadway panel, giving fans a rare peek behind the curtain.Anderson Cooper: Grief from Podcast to Primetimehttps://www.usatoday.com/videos/life/2025/10/28/anderson-coopers-grief-podcast-expands-with-live-cnn-show/86937124007/Wrapping up, the team discussed Anderson Cooper’s “All There Is,” a deeply personal podcast now expanding into live TV. The conversation focused on the importance of authentic storytelling, the healing power of vulnerability, and the ways podcasts can bridge isolation by fostering honest, supportive dialogue.Upcoming at Poduty Podcast Theaterhttps://events.poduty.com/Thanks for listening and reading!If you enjoyed this episode, come join us at the Poduty Podcast Theater or tune in next time as we dive even deeper into the stories shaping podcasting and live entertainment.Never miss an episode about live podcast news at:https://news.poduty.com/