# Power Shift: How Podcasters are Monetizing on Their Terms

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**Date:** March 15, 2026 · 10:00 PM  
**Location:** Austin Marriott Downtown / Waller Ballroom F  
**Format:** Panel  
**Track:** Creator Economy track  
**Reviews:** 0

## Speakers

- **Lecrae Moore** — Host of The Deep End With Lacrae & CEO, Reach Records
- **Cynthia Bailey** — Host of Humble Brag with Crystal and Cynthia
- **Crystal Kung Minkoff** — Host of Humble Brag with Crystal and Cynthia
- **Brendan Monaghan** — President & CEO

Today’s creators aren’t just hosting shows – they’re building media empires. In this live conversation, leading voices in podcasting share how they’ve taken their shows to the next level and grown into full-fledged creator brands. They’ll discuss how audience connection, creative control, smart monetization, and business strategy fuel their growth as they scale from indie success to industry icons.

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