Podcast Movement Evolutions Heads to SXSW for the First Time with Sounds Profitable
Podcast Movement, the world’s premier platform for podcast creators, industry leaders, and media innovators, and Sounds Profitable, the trade association for the podcasting industry, announced today that Podcast Movement Evolutions will be officially embedded within SXSW programming for the first time.
The event will take place March 13–15, 2026, with a three-day takeover of the Sky Box in downtown Austin.
“The business of podcasting has matured dramatically, but its role in the broader media ecosystem is still evolving,” said Bryan Barletta, President of Podcast Movement and Partner at Sounds Profitable. “Embedding Evolutions within SXSW creates space for real conversations about growth, measurement, creativity, and where podcasting fits next.”
Podcast Movement Evolutions at SXSW will bring together creators, platforms, advertisers, and media leaders to examine podcasting’s expanding role across culture, business, and entertainment.
Across three days, the Podcast Movement space will feature a robust slate of programming and experiences, including a morning keynote from YouTube, sponsored panel discussions with industry leaders, curated networking opportunities for executives and decision-makers, and a dedicated podcast recording booth for creators. Each evening will culminate in live programming, including live podcasts from hit shows like Table Read, and musical performances from celebrity talent.
The event is supported by a roster of leading sponsors across media, technology, and advertising, including Acast, Amazon Music, Airwave Media, Colture, the Companion Network, Magellan AI, Adopter Media, Red Seat Ventures, Soundstack, Supporting Cast, Oxford Road, Nomono, Display. io, Mynt Agency, Locked On Podcast Network, NPR, ART19, Audacy, Right Side Up, and ESPN.
The integration of Evolutions into SXSW reflects podcasting’s growing role not just as a format, but as a core driver of modern media and advertising strategy.
To discuss sponsorship opportunities, contact Kristy Scott at kristy@podcastmovement.com.
For event details and podcast recording booth inquiries, contact Molly DeMellier at molly@soundsprofitable.com.
About Sounds Profitable
Sounds Profitable is the trade organization for the podcasting industry. Founded in 2020 by advertising and technology veteran, Bryan Barletta, and digital audio expert, Tom Webster, Sounds Profitable offers a range of educational resources and advisory services to the podcasting sector. Featuring pioneering research, a newsletter with more than 10,000 subscribers, five daily podcasts, and a weekly, forward-thinking podcast covering the essential news of podcasting, Sounds Profitable equips individuals and brands with the tools needed to level up their knowledge, effectively monetize content, and ultimately grow the entire industry into an inclusive space that financially supports corporations and independents alike. With over 200 partners and growing, Sounds Profitable is committed to setting the course for the future of the audio business. For more information, please visit www.soundsprofitable.com and follow along on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/company/sounds-profitable.
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