What is Podcast Movement?
Podcast Movement is THE ultimate gathering spot for anyone interested in or involved with podcasting and the podcast industry.
This year, we plan on being back together in person, and hope to see you there (or that you can still join virtually)!
Our Mission
Simply put, for the past 8 years, the goal of Podcast Movement has been to bring together and educate active and aspiring podcasters, and to grow the podcast community and industry as a whole. This year, we will do this through over 150 educational and informative breakout sessions and panels spread across several tracks, enlightening and encouraging keynote presentations, and fun virtual networking events and parties. With over 10,000 podcasters joining us over the last eight years from over 30 different countries (and growing), we are excited to continue the mission of Podcast Movement!
WHO'S IT FOR?
We’ve taken special care to format the conference in a way that there will be four days worth of sessions and activities, starting with a day of orientations and workshops, followed by three full conference days, that directly benefit anyone currently involved with, or looking to get into, podcasting and the podcast industry. With over 200 speakers and panelists participating in over 100 different sessions for you to pick from, we work hard to make sure there will be something for you at Podcast Movement.
ACTIVE + ASPIRING
We’re excited to feature sessions specifically focused on getting you started the RIGHT way. From basic technical sessions regarding equipment, software, and editing, to learning the best way to craft a story, we have you covered. If you’re experienced, we know even the best recognize things they need to improve on, and we’re bringing in the best podcasters and industry professionals to help you take things up a notch. Whether you’re looking to refine your production, looking for new ways to monetize, or trying to gain more listeners, we’ll have dozens of sessions for you!
INDUSTRY PROS
As with years past, we’re excited to once again be featuring a large selection of sessions and panels geared towards “behind the scenes” teams and industry professionals, as well as those who are from a more traditional radio background. The most successful networks, ad sellers and buyers, statistic providers, and everything in between will be sharing what has been working (and what hasn’t) in the past year, and what they are doing for the future. We put a lot of focus on this, and it’s going to rock!
Trade Show / EXHIBITION HALL
Podcast Movement Central, as we call it, will feature over 70 exhibitors ready to meet you and demo their products and services. From software and service providers, to gear and equipment manufacturers, if they are relevant in the space, you’ll most likely find them there on the three event days!
Additional Info
Event Schedule
While the full PM21 schedule will not be posted until later in the summer, you can start making plans based on the schedule overview below!
TUESDAY, AUGUST 3
- Preconference Workshops
- New Attendee & New Podcaster Orientations
- Early Check In & Badge Pickup
- PM21 Kickoff Party
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 4
- Keynote Talks
- Expo Hall Open
- Breakout Sessions & Panels
- Wednesday Night Party
THURSDAY, AUGUST 5
- Keynote Talks
- Expo Hall Open
- Breakout Sessions & Panels
- iHeart Party (our biggest party of the year)
FRIDAY, AUGUST 6
- Keynote Talks
- Expo Hall Open
- Breakout Sessions & Panels
- PM21 Afterparty
Speakers
We will begin announcing the full speaker lineup in June. We’ll feature over 200 different podcasters and podcast industry professionals on our various tracks, in total.
Hotel & Event Venue
This year, Podcast Movement takes place at the stunning Gaylord Opryland in Nashville, Tennessee.
CLICK HERE to learn more, and book your discount hotel room.
Coronavirus
Along with the rest of the world, Podcast Movement’s world was turned upside down by the Coronavirus Pandemic in 2020, and in the first part of 2021.
That said, we are excited about the possibility to be together again in-person with as many of you as possible this August in Nashville.
Being a Marriott hotel, PM21 will adhere to all elements of their standard Commitment to Clean practices, in addition to additional Podcast Movement implemented safety measures.
CLICK HERE to see a complete overview of the current safety plan.
Accessibility
Per the hotel, all interior and exterior public spaces (each atrium, lobby, restaurant, Convention Center, etc.) are accessible to guests with disabilities. Gaylord STARS are also available to assist guests with disabilities when necessary. CLICK HERE for the full hotel accessibility guide.
Captioning
This year for the first time, we are making a concerted effort to make our sessions more accessible than ever before. This will be done by:
- For all in-person attendees, keynote sessions each morning will have a live captioner, with seating near a dedicated monitor to display the captions for any who wish to view them.
- All 5 live streamed stages will be streamed with the option to enable captions using the IBM Watson technology.
- All on-demand sessions will be published with the option to enable captions using the IBM Watson technology.
We acknowledge that these solutions are only a start, and pledge to use this as a starting point for more accessible events in the future.
Sponsorship
If your company would like to be at Podcast Movement, CHECK OUT THIS PAGE, and let’s talk!
Tickets & Refunds
All ticket sales are final, with no refunds or cancellations, unless the event is outright cancelled. If the event is cancelled altogether, we will contact you to confirm refunds go to the correct method of payment.
We do offer name changes / transfers of passes up to 30 days out from the event, please email [email protected] to learn more.
If you’re not able to join us in person, or your plans change prior to the event, we’ll be live-streaming a select number of stages for attendees to stream live. And all PLUS and PRO PASS holders will receive on-demand recordings of all sessions post-event!
Media Credentials
The application for press credentials to Podcast Movement 2021 is now live HERE. All applications must be submitted by no later than July 27th, 2021 for consideration. For any questions related to press/media at the event contact [email protected].
Food & Drinks
Podcast Movement will offer complimentary coffee, water, and tea throughout the event for all attendees. For lunch, each day there will be ample break throughout the day to visit the various dining establishments at the Gaylord Opryland resort. Also, Pro Pass holders will have access to sodas, other drink options, and both morning and afternoon snacks throughout the three days of the event.
Dress Code
The conference and all networking events are unofficially business casual. We also have parties every evening that will have different settings and tones, none of them have required dress codes. Be sure to bring comfortable shoes since the conference may have you standing and walking often throughout the day, and to some offsite events.
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