๐ We delivered... ๐
- At least one “holy shit, why didn’t anyone tell me this sooner?” takeaway you can apply to your podcast immediately.
- A perspective shift that makes you rethink what “success” in podcasting means.
- Your personal permission slip to ditch the grind and make your show in a way that actually feels good (and sustainable).
- Liberatory practices you’ll see in action and can remix for your own podcast (because sharing is feminist AF).
- Thoughtful follow-up and real community ... not “networking,” but actual relationships.
- You're an indie podcaster who cares more about impact than virality.
- You're considering starting a podcast, but don't know where to begin.
- You're craving connection with other feminist folks doing this work.
- You're not interested in bro-y advice (ie, f*ck Joe Rogan).
- You need podcasting to be sustainable, joyful & rooted in your values.
All panels were moderated by Becky Mollenkamp
(co-host of Feminist Founders and Messy Liberation)
๐งจ Burn It Down, Build It Better
Dismantling harmful podcasting norms and rewriting the rules with care.
• Alesia Galati, host of Podcasting Unlocked and We Read Smut
• Danielle Marshall, host of Unpacked: Culture Chronicles
• Nicole Havelka, host of the forthcoming Just Rest
๐งญ Start Where You Are
Actionable, beginner-friendly growth strategies that are human, not hustle-y.
Panelists:
• Amy Stone, host of The Art of Imperfect Adulting
• Sandhya Sudhakar, host of Working Your Way
• Aicila Wyles, host of BiCurean
๐ Fuck the Algorithm
Growing your show without selling out or playing games you’ll never win.
Panelists:
• Kandas Rodarte, host of Gratitude Geek and Sci-Fi Book Pod
• Nikki Smith, host of Good Grief
• Alesia Galati, host of Podcasting Unlocked and We Read Smut
๐ค Community Is the Strategy
Podcasting isn't a solo sport. How community can fuel growth.
Panelists:
• Julie Marty-Pearson, host of Podcast Your Story Now
• Heather Vickery, co-host of Was it Chance?
• Karina Hagelin, host of Healing is the Best Revenge
• Andréa Jones, host of Mindful Marketing
โค๏ธ More Than Money
Exploring the deeper purpose behind the mic when the goal isn’t just profit.
Panelists:
• Kevin Chung, host of Standout Creatives
• Rachel Duncan, host of Money Healing Club
• Amy Taylor, host of Mental Health Warrior & Neurospicy Mama
๐ฐ Sponsor Me, But Make It Ethical
Yes to monetizing. No to compromising your values.
Panelists:
• Lauren Passell, founder and CEO of Tink Media
• Amelia Hruby, host of Off the Grid
• Meg Wheeler, host of Disrupt Your Money
๐ฅ How I F*cked Up (& What I Learned) ET
A confessional of mistakes, pivots, and growth from indie podcasters.
Panelists:
• Lauren Roche, host of The Naked Truth with Lauren
• Jordan Maney, host of The Rest Lab
๐ฃ Take Up Space
Own your voice, promote your work, and unapologetically grow your show.
Own your voice, promote your work, and unapologetically grow your show.
Panelists:
• Kim Romain, co-host of The Empowered & Embodied Show
• Raquel Sands, host of The Clarity Shift
• Stephanie Graham, host of noseyAF
• Amy Panos, host of Wome Making Moves
