The festival lineup reads like a who's who of South Africa's podcasting scene, featuring luminaries such as podcast pioneer Gareth Cliff, the insightful Penuel The Black Pen, Ursula Mariani of The Conversation Capital, Jon Savage, the founder of podcasting hub AMPD studio and the inspirational DJ Sbu from Hustlers Corner.

These seasoned professionals bring years of expertise and innovation to the forefront, ready to share insights and pave the way for the next generation of content creators, says the festival. 

Gareth Cliff, celebrating a decade in podcasting and embarking on new ventures within the podcasting realm, is set to deliver a keynote talk that promises to be both enlightening and inspiring, the festival adds. 

Festival Director Nicolas Regisford emphasies the festival's mission: to create a nurturing environment that fosters learning, creativity and purpose.

"Our goal is to unite industry leaders, professionals, brands and enthusiasts to forge partnerships, exchange knowledge, and reignite their passion for purpose-driven content creation," says Regisford.

According to the festival, attendees can look forward to a weekend brimming with:

  • captivating live podcast recordings
  • thought-provoking panel discussions
  • interactive workshops, and
  • electrifying musical performances.

The festival adds that it's a unique opportunity to:

  • engage directly with favorite podcasters
  • delve into trending topics, and
  • discover emerging voices shaping the podcasting and music landscape.

The SA Podcast & Music Festival will take place at The Red Roman Shed at Emperors Palace, offering a premium setting for this groundbreaking event. 

"Don't miss out on this unparalleled opportunity to be part of a movement that's set to transform the podcasting and music industries into a formidable media force," concludes the festival. "Join us, learn, collaborate and unleash your creative potential at The SA Podcast & Music Festival."

For more information, visit www.podcastandmusicfest.co.za. You can also follow The SA Podcast & Music Festival on Facebook or Instagram. 

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