SPONSORED
Welcome to Podcast Summit 2026✦
David Shands · Donni Wiggins · B. Simone · KevOnStage✦
Rashad Bilal · Troy Mullings · Omar El-Takrori✦
July 2–3 · Hyatt Regency Atlanta · 1,500+ Attendees✦
Welcome to Podcast Summit 2026✦
David Shands · Donni Wiggins · B. Simone · KevOnStage✦
Rashad Bilal · Troy Mullings · Omar El-Takrori✦
July 2–3 · Hyatt Regency Atlanta · 1,500+ Attendees✦
Speakers
Topics
Schedule
DS
David Shands
Host · Social Proof Podcast
Founder of Podcast Summit. Serial entrepreneur, author, and creator economy leader.
Keynote
DW
Donni Wiggins
Host · Full Transparency Podcast
Entrepreneur, author, and co-host of the Podcast Summit Tour 2026.
Day 1
BS
B. Simone
Host · Let's Try This Again Podcast
Comedian, entrepreneur, and media personality with millions of followers.
Day 1
JH
Jay Hill
Host · The Jay Hill Podcast
Entrepreneur and podcast host known for raw, unfiltered business conversations.
Day 1
EYL
Rashad Bilal & Troy Mullings
Co-Hosts · Earn Your Leisure Podcast
Bridging financial literacy and culture through the #1 business podcast.
Day 1
KOS
KevOnStage
Host · Here's The Thing Podcast
Comedian and content creator with a massive cross-platform audience.
Day 1
CR
Cynthia Respert
AI Expert
Leading voice on artificial intelligence strategies for content creators.
Day 2
CS
Chris Sain
Host · The Chris Sain Podcast
Finance and investing educator with a loyal YouTube and podcast community.
Day 2
BD
Brandon Dixon
Expert Videographer
Video production specialist helping creators look and sound professional on any budget.
Day 2
TY
Tybo
Production Specialist
Audio production expert known for transforming podcast sound quality.
Day 2
OE
Omar El-Takrori
Host · The Dept. Podcast
Storytelling and interview expert helping hosts go deeper with every conversation.
Day 2
11 Confirmed Speakers · More Announced Soon✦
Keynotes · Panels · Fireside Chats✦
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11 Confirmed Speakers · More Announced Soon✦
Keynotes · Panels · Fireside Chats✦
podcastsummit.com✦
Speakers
Topics
Schedule
Audio
How to Get Clean, Consistent Audio Every Episode
Mic placement, room treatment, and software settings that make any setup sound professional.
Video
Lighting Hacks That Make Cell Phones Look Studio Grade
Simple, affordable setups that dramatically upgrade your on-camera presence.
Growth
Clip Strategies That Turn Viewers Into Listeners
How to create short-form clips that drive audiences back to your full episodes.
Growth
Growing Your Brand Without Going Viral
Sustainable audience growth strategies that don't depend on the algorithm.
Monetization
How to Monetize a Small Audience
You don't need millions of listeners. Real income strategies that work at any size.
Sales
Conversion Strategies That Turn Listeners Into Customers
Frameworks that move your audience from passive listeners to paying clients.
Storytelling
Storytelling Frameworks That Create Connection
Narrative techniques that keep audiences coming back episode after episode.
Systems
Automation Systems That Save Hours Every Week
The tech stack and workflows that let you produce more with less time.
Business
What It Actually Takes to Open a Content Creation Studio
The real costs, steps, and decisions behind launching a studio business.
Industry
Creator Agencies Are The New Million Dollar Record Labels
How smart creators are building agencies and management companies around content.
Legal
The Legal Basics Every Creator Needs Before They Grow
Trademarks, LLCs, contracts, and IP — what to protect and when.
Interview
The Art of the Interview
What separates average podcast hosts from great ones — and how to close that gap.
Metrics
The Metrics That Actually Matter
Stop chasing vanity numbers. These are the stats that predict real podcast growth.
Content
The Difference Between Content and Infrastructure
Why some podcasters stay stuck and others scale — it's a systems problem, not a talent problem.
18 Power-Packed Topics✦
Start · Grow · Monetize✦
podcastsummit.com✦
18 Power-Packed Topics✦
Start · Grow · Monetize✦
podcastsummit.com✦
Speakers
Topics
Schedule
Morning
Doors Open · Registration
Check in, badge pickup, explore vendor village
9:00 AM
Opening Keynote — David Shands
The State of Podcasting & What's Coming Next
9:30 AM
B. Simone
Building an audience that shows up everywhere you go
11:00 AM
Rashad Bilal & Troy Mullings — Earn Your Leisure
Financial literacy, business strategy, and podcasting at scale
12:00 PM
Afternoon
Lunch + Vendor Village
Sponsor activations · Networking · Dedicated podcast stations
1:00 PM
Donni Wiggins — Full Transparency
Transparency, authenticity, and building trust with your audience
2:30 PM
KevOnStage — Here's The Thing
Comedy, community, and building a podcast people actually share
4:00 PM
Jay Hill — The Jay Hill Podcast
Raw, unfiltered conversations that build loyal audiences fast
5:30 PM
VIP Networking Reception
VIP & Platinum ticket holders · Private room
6:00 PM
2-Day Full Agenda · 9AM–7PM✦
Hyatt Regency Atlanta · July 2–3 2026✦
podcastsummit.com✦
2-Day Full Agenda · 9AM–7PM✦
Hyatt Regency Atlanta · July 2–3 2026✦
podcastsummit.com✦
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