PodFest North is a new event bringing together podcasters, producers, creators, businesses and people looking to start a podcast.

Supported by Audio UK and featuring experts from the BBC, The Anfield Wrap, Liverpool Hope University, the University of Sunderland and more, we’re looking forward to discussing the rapidly growing podcast industry.

Meet the PodFest North speakers.

What you’ll learn at Podfest North:

Podcast production - tricks of the trade and how to make your podcast sound fantastic.

Video podcasting - over a quarter (27%) of podcast listeners say they prefer video podcasts* so should you be in vision too?

Growing your audience - how to build a community that loves what you do.

Podcast monetisation - can you make money from podcasting and how do you do it?

AI and podcasting - the role of artificial intelligence in podcasting

The Future of Podcasting - over a quarter of adults (27%) now listen to a podcast each week, according to RAJAR figures – a significant rise from 7% a decade ago.** So what does the future hold?

*Ofcom Top Trends, May 2026

**Ofcom Podcast, Pay TV and PSB July

PodFest North will offer an opportunity to take part in practical sessions and ask questions so you come away equipped to take your podcast to the next level.

Who’s it for?

🎙️ A podcaster
Learn how to make better shows, find your audience and turn your podcast into something bigger.

🎧 A podcast fan
Meet the people behind the voices you listen to and discover what's coming next.

🚀 Thinking about starting a podcast?
Get practical advice from people who've actually done it.

💼 A brand or business
Discover how podcasts can build audiences, authority and communities.

🎛️ A producer or creative
Meet collaborators, discover new talent and connect with the Northern audio community.

Don’t miss an opportunity to join the community!

Meet. Listen. Create.

Early bird tickets now on sale!

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Speakers appearing include: