Are Podcast Conferences Worth It? 3 Things to Know Before You Go | Wendy Brant, Podfest

Buying a ticket to a podcast conference doesn't mean you're investing in your podcast. You could spend thousands on travel and tickets, attend every session, meet a dozen people, and still come home with a notebook full of ideas you'll never use. Meanwhile, another podcaster leaves with three guest interviews lined up, a potential sponsor, and a partnership that opens doors to new business. So what's the difference? How's this: Podfest Director of Operations Wendy Brant joins me to reveal what separates a podcast conference that's worth the investment from one that's a waste of money, the three things to decide before buying your ticket, and how to start conversations that lead to guest bookings, business referrals, and future collaborations. Plus, how to qualify for a free ticket to Podfest. Hit play and let's dive in. … 1:30 – Why "Learning New Strategies" Isn't the Best Reason to Attend a Podcast Conference 7:30 – What Podcast Conferences Give You That You Can't Get From YouTube 12:06 – The 3 Things to Decide Before Attending a Podcast Conference 14:50 – The Biggest Mistake Podcasters Make Before a Podcast Conference 17:04 – Creative Ways to Attend a Podcast Conference on a Budget 18:56 – How to Get Free Tickets to Podfest … Episode Links: Meet Wendy Brant: PodfestExpo.com | LinkedIn Get Tickets for Podfest 2027 More ways to learn before Podfest: Explore Virtual PodIndy … Other Episodes You’ll Love:  Inside Podfest 2027: What's New, What's Changing, and Why … Got Podcasting Questions? Send them to me here. Support the show Love this show? Leave a review to say thanks in true podcasting style, or share it with your podcasting friends. Podcast Health Score™ See exactly where your show is losing listeners. Podcast SEO Mastery Optimize your show so it can get found 24/7. Apply for podcasting coaching on the show to get live podcasting help from me. Want more podcasting advice? See what I’m testing on Substack ... Follow for more podcasting insights:  LinkedIn | PodLaunchHQ.com ©Ⓟ 2018–2026 by Courtney Elmer. All Rights Reserved.