Radio and podcasting aren't competitors - they're the ultimate combination. In this session, Tom Webster will share new research on how radio delivers unmatched reach and frequency while podcasting delivers […]
What actually happens when you hit play on a show and say, “let’s have a listen”? In this double-header, consultants Craig Bruce and Nik Goodman lift the lid on how […]
Join us as we kick off our first day at the Bluma Appel Theatre as part of Departure Festival & Conference, welcoming a global community of artists, creators, executives, and […]
Join us as we kick off Departure’s inaugural Live Summit, presented by Live Nation Entertainment, bringing together leaders from across the live music ecosystem for a day of insight, connection, […]
Advertising dollars are the clearest signal of where media power is shifting. In this keynote and executive conversation, WPP Media CEO Kevin Johnson unpacks how global brands are allocating billions […]
AI is no longer a future concept; it’s revolutionizing the entire radio business (the original social medium) and empowering staff in every department from the studio to the sales office. […]
For decades, Bob Lefsetz has been one of the most outspoken and widely read voices in the music industry. Through The Lefsetz Letter, he has challenged executives, artists, promoters, and […]
Join artist and cultural policy advocate Miranda Mulholland for a dynamic conversation spotlighting artists who have stepped beyond the stage to influence and shape cultural life in meaningful ways. Bringing […]
Young audiences aren’t “lost.” They’re just somewhere else. This session brings together leaders and broadcasters from youth-focused radio brands alongside voices from outside the industry who understand cultural behaviour at […]
Life on the road can be as demanding as it is rewarding and the impact on mental health is often overlooked. In this keynote conversation, Dr. Chayim Newman draws on […]
In a culture where artists can build audiences without traditional radio, what is the new value exchange? Bobby Carter and special guests to be announced soon!
This year marks the 30-year return of Warped Tour — a festival that didn’t just tour, but built a movement. With its long-awaited comeback and return to Montreal this summer, […]
Step into the upstairs lobby at the Bluma Appel Theatre for an intimate Sound Break performance presented by TOLive. Designed as a close-up musical moment within the energy of Departure, […]
Jackie O’s recent decision to step away from one of the most famous morning shows in the world - the Kyle & Jackie O Show in Australia - is a […]
Rock is bigger than ever on the global stage. This panel spotlights Independent Artist Group and the leadership shaping heavy music’s continued dominance in touring, spanning arenas, amphitheatres, and major […]
"You never know what's going to happen!" Exploring what some say is the last truly live offer of radio, the enduring appeal of call-in radio as a way to share […]
Few songwriters understand the anatomy of a global hit quite like Jenna Andrews. Fresh off the breakout success of KPop Demon Hunters, she continues to shape the sound of contemporary […]
Join Russell Peters for a sharp, unfiltered conversation about building a career that spans the globe. For decades, he’s shown that comedy rooted in culture travels—whether in London, Dubai, Mumbai, […]
This VP Records–sponsored panel will explore the evolving landscape of Caribbean music and its growing influence on the global cultural ecosystem. Bringing together Shontelle alongside key voices from VP Records […]
Radiolab is one of the world’s most innovative audio programs – known for its curiosity driven storytelling, innovative sound design and ability to get complex ideas to feel both exciting […]
A controlled revolution in audio audience measurement in the Netherlands! In the Netherlands, audio has been successfully brought back into the spotlight with a completely new currency measurement system. A […]
This is the room where the future of festivals gets defined. Bringing together some of the most influential talent buyers and operators in the world—Kevin Lyman, Gus Canazio, Brooke Dunford, […]
What began as culturally sharp, character-driven comedy on YouTube has grown into one of Canada’s most influential creator-led entertainment brands. In this Departure-exclusive conversation, brothers Jermaine and Trevaunn Richards — […]
Digital advertising is "click, click, bought." National radio campaigns are "call, wait, negotiate." While digital platforms offer frictionless, self-serve access, executing a radio buy can still take days or weeks. […]
Country music has always been built on great songs and the stories behind them. From Nashville writing rooms to festival mainstages, today’s country artists are carrying that tradition forward while […]
In an industry built on making noise, these women have mastered the art of turning pressure into possibility. If you’ve ever wondered how leaders rise when the spotlight is hottest, […]
The fan relationship has evolved, and with it, the entire business of live music. This panel brings together experiential entrepreneurs Noreen Hamid, Patrice Whiffen + special guests to explore how […]
No keynotes. No long backstories. Just ideas! Six brilliant speakers bring five ideas each and what do you get… 45 minutes of pure inspiration. This is the session for people […]
