Professional Podcasting on a Shoestring Budget

21 May 2026
The Creator Stage
The gap between an "indie" podcast and a "network" show isn't just about the microphone—it’s about the strategy of sound. While major studios have the budget, indie creators have the agility. This session moves beyond gear lists to explore how you can achieve a professional finish without falling into the trap of "unpaid labor." We’ll bridge the gap between bedroom recording and broadcast standards, showing you where to spend your limited cash, where to use AI to save your time, and when to stop "hacking" and start thinking like a studio head.
Speakers
Nathan Freeman
Nathan Freeman - Granny Eats Wolf
Liam Heffernan
Liam Heffernan, Founder and CEO - Mercury
Lochlainn Harte
Lochlainn Harte, Producer, Editor and Sound Engineer
Katie Stokes
Katie Stokes, Producer, Presenter and Host