ByGANDHINAGAR: Nonprofit media organization PRX, a leader in podcast publishing and distribution, will host multi-day Podcast Creator Summits in Washington D.C. and Atlanta, Georgia. The free events target both aspiring and experienced podcast creators, offering workshops, training sessions, and networking opportunities focused on the art, business, and production of audio content.
The Washington D.C. summit runs from May 15-17 and is co-hosted by NPR member station WAMU. Specific dates for the Atlanta summit in June will be announced soon.
PRX has a history of supporting podcast creators through initiatives like the Google Podcasts creator program and the PRX Journalism Podcast Accelerator.
“We’re excited to leverage our experience in fostering a space for audio creators to learn, network, and collaborate,” said Stephanie Kuo, VP of Content at PRX. “Both Washington D.C. and Atlanta are vibrant hubs for creativity, making them ideal locations for these summits.”
About PRX
PRX is a non-profit media organization with over 20 years of experience partnering with independent creators to produce and distribute high-quality audio content. PRX is a major player in podcast publishing, public radio distribution, and audio production, fostering innovation in the podcasting and public media landscape. Shows within the PRX network have been recognized by prestigious awards, including a Pulitzer Prize awarded to Futuro Media and PRX in 2022.
About WAMU
WAMU 88.5 is the NPR member station in Washington D.C., delivering local and national news, podcasts, and insightful programming. WAMU produces popular shows like “1A” and “The Politics Hour with Kojo Nnamdi,” alongside award-winning regional news coverage. The member-supported station, licensed to American University, reaches over one million listeners.
