# So, Everyone Has a Podcast. Should They?

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**Date:** March 13, 2026 · 10:30 PM  
**Location:** Austin Marriott Downtown / Waller Ballroom C  
**Format:** Panel  
**Track:** Creator Economy track  
**Reviews:** 0

## Speakers

- **Bryan Barletta** — Partner / Founder
- **Harry Morton** — CEO
- **Nadine Robinson** — Co-Founder, COO
- **Jeff Umbro** — Founder/CEO

With more than 4 million indexed podcasts worldwide, it feels like everyone has a podcast… but should they? Join our panel of audio industry experts for a provocative conversation on the low barrier to entry vs. the high bar for success in podcasting. Hear direct insights on how to break through, when to pass on (or bet on) the right talent, and what it actually takes to make, market, and monetize your show for sustainable success.

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