# The Death of Passive Entertainment–A Future for Participants

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**Date:** March 14, 2026 · 10:00 PM  
**Location:** Austin Marriott Downtown / Waterloo Ballroom 4-6  
**Format:** Panel  
**Track:** Brand & Marketing track  
**Reviews:** 0

## Speakers

- **Julia Hartz** — Co-Founder, Chief Executive Officer and Executive Chair
- **David Salazar** — Staff Editor
- **Kate Wolff** — Founder & Ceo
- **Dani Calogera** — Founder & CEO

Pop culture isn't just consumed—it's lived. A song or movie will spark IRL activity like themed workouts, sold-out dining experiences or fan meetups (e.g. Love Island events +4,950% in the past year). This shift from passive watching to active gathering reshapes culture and moves people–physically. Fandoms are inspiring creator-led experiences, turning local spaces into cultural venues overnight. In this panel Julia Hartz (Eventbrite), Dani Calogera (What/If), Kate Wolff (Lupine Creative) & David Salazar (Fast Company) explore how pop culture becomes a springboard for real connection.

## Transcript

A transcript is available for this session: [Read transcript](/sessions/2026-03-14/pp1162226-the-death-of-passive-entertainment-a-future-for-participants/transcript)

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