Podcast Movement Announces First-Ever New York City Flagship Event at Terminal 5

Podcast Movement and Sounds Profitable today announced that the flagship annual conference, Podcast Movement, will take place in New York City for the first time, hosted at the iconic Terminal 5 from September 14–18, 2026. The move to NYC marks a major evolution for Podcast Movement, positioning the event at the center of media, advertising, and creator culture.

“Throughout each evolution of the media industry, one thing has remained constant: New York City has always been at the heart of it all. Bringing Podcast Movement to New York is a signal to the broader media landscape that podcasting is no longer an emerging medium. We’re a multi-billion dollar industry that’s not even close to its peak,” said Bryan Barletta, President of Podcast Movement and Partner at Sounds Profitable.

The 2026 flagship will be intentionally structured into distinct experiences designed to serve the full podcast ecosystem, from top-level industry decision makers to creators and publishers building sustainable businesses.

September 14–15, 2026 | The Sounds Profitable Business Summit

The Sounds Profitable Business Summit is a premium, executive-level experience built for podcast industry leaders, senior decision makers, and brand and agency media buyers.

Across two focused days, The Sounds Profitable Business Summit will feature:

• Carefully selected keynotes, panels, and speaking opportunities, with limited availability, to drive discussions on the business of podcasting
• Group sessions and workshops that promote strategic conversations shaping the future of audio and creator-led media
• Curated networking designed to drive real partnerships and deals
• Fully catered breakfast, lunches, and dinners with seating charts built to optimize networking connections

Sounds Profitable partners will receive early access to purchase tickets and will have the ability to buy two tickets that can be shared within their organization for a different executive to attend each day.

Those interested in attending who are not Sounds Profitable partners will have the opportunity to purchase tickets at a later date and will be reserved to one ticket per organization that cannot be shared between team members.

Brand and agency buyers will have free access to the event as a testament to Sounds Profitable’s mission to grow the media investments in the industry.

September 16, 2026 | IAB Upfronts After Party with Locked On Podcast Network and More

Podcast Movement will pause daytime programming to align with the IAB Upfronts, allowing attendees to fully engage in the broader advertising ecosystem.

That evening, Podcast Movement will host an industry party with Locked On Podcast Network and more sponsors at Terminal 5. The night will bring together executives, buyers, creators, and partners for one of the week’s marquee networking events.

September 17–18, 2026 | Podcast Movement

Podcast Movement is intended for a mix of attendees, ranging from hobbyists interested in growing the skills to creator entrepreneurs scaling their multi platform media brands. An audience of podcast networks, publishers, and creators will find relevant sessions and conversations throughout the event.

In contrast to the Sounds Profitable Business Summit’s media buyer audience, Podcast Movement will be centered on creators with relevant content and experiences. Session submissions will be voted on by the podcast industry for the opportunity to appear on stage, ensuring that all panels and speakers are relevant to the intended audience.

Over two days, Podcast Movement will deliver:

• Tactical panels with actionable insights
• Vendor showcases and hands-on opportunities
• Networking events built to support creators at every stage

Podcast Movement is about sharpening skills, building businesses, and connecting with the tools and partners that power modern podcasting.

A Defining Moment for Podcast Movement

Bringing the flagship event to New York City reflects Podcast Movement’s commitment to meeting the industry where it’s headed: at the intersection of media, advertising, technology, and culture.

“This isn’t a venue change. It’s a statement,” said Barletta. “Podcasting has gone from underestimated to unavoidable, and when the right crowd gets together, the energy is real. The conversations get bigger, the ideas move faster, and the whole industry levels up. It’s serious, but it’s also a lot of fun.”

Sponsorships & Tickets

Early stage sponsors for Podcast Movement include, ADOPTER Media, ART19, ESPN, Locked On Podcast Network, Magellan AI, Red Seat Ventures, Right Side Up, and SoundStack.

All sponsorship opportunities and tickets will go on sale soon and updates will be available at podcastmovement.com.

Sponsorship availability is limited and opportunities to own panel discussions and other conversations across the event will be reserved to content that grows the podcast industry.