Podcasts have rapidly evolved into a powerful force for storytelling, cultural exchange, and social change in an increasingly interconnected world. From influencing elections and political discourse to building passionate global fandoms, podcasts are transcending borders, amplifying underrepresented voices, and redefining how we engage with the media. Podcasts are not just reflecting culture, they're actively shaping it. 

What do The Rest Is History, Kill List, Criminally Queer: The Bolton Seven and Three People with Rebecca Front have in common? You’ll have to come along to find out, but here’s a clue: they are among the most culturally significant podcasts of the last year - and beyond. What exactly makes a podcast culturally significant? Whether it's driving political and historical conversations in the UK and globally, telling extraordinary true crime stories, delivering sharp comedy, or spotlighting pivotal moments in LGBTQ+ rights history, these shows demonstrate the extraordinary cultural currency podcasting now holds. 

Podcasts create deep, intimate connections between hosts and listeners, making them a unique and powerful tool for education, advocacy, and cultural change - all whilst being incredibly engaging to listen to. This intimacy fuels influence - and with it, can also drive economic impact. Cultural relevance leads to audience loyalty, alignment in brand partnerships, and new revenue models rooted in meaning.

Join us for an insightful panel discussion to explore how podcasts are shaping culture on both local and global levels. From cultivating vast audiences to nurturing niche subcultures; from igniting conversations on politics, history, and identity to inspiring real-world changes, connecting communities, and transforming the art of storytelling.

Whether you're a seasoned creator or just starting out, don't miss this session - a deep dive into how podcasting is not just entertaining, but is actively shaping global conversations, fandoms, and cultural shifts.