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SUMMARY:The Audio One-Two Punch: How Radio and Podcasting Work Together
DESCRIPTION: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 something radio can’t: deep attention and parasocial trust. Together\, they form an audio advertising strategy that no other medium can match. You’ll learn why the smartest media companies are leaning into both\, how to position the combination to advertisers\, and the revenue data that proves audio’s future is brighter than ever.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/the-audio-one-two-punch-how-radio-and-podcasting-work-together/
LOCATION:Imperial Room (Fairmont Royal York)\, 100 Front St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5J 1E3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference,Radiodays North America
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SUMMARY:Behind the Aircheck
DESCRIPTION: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 they work with presenters – from first listen to next-level performance. They’ll share how they run airchecks\, use audio to spark “aha” moments\, and help talent hear their own magic (and the moments that didn’t quite land) in new ways. Expect honest stories\, different coaching styles\, and plenty of practical ideas you can steal. Whether you’re a PD\, a producer\, or a presenter who’s survived a few airchecks yourself – this one’s for you.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/behind-the-aircheck/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Conference,Radiodays North America
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T100000
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SUMMARY:The Art and Science of Growing Your Podcast
DESCRIPTION:You make a great podcast…. now you just need people to hear it. How do you engage the audience\, spread the word and figure out if it’s resonating? Even if you don’t have a million bucks\, there are still tips\, tricks\, tools and strategies you can use. We bring together some of the big names and big brains in audience growth to give away all their secrets.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/the-art-and-science-of-growing-your-podcast/
LOCATION:Tudor Room (Fairmont Royal York)\, 100 Front St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5J 1E3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference,Radiodays North America
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T053221
CREATED:20260327T172740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T213840Z
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SUMMARY:Music\, Radio & Regulation – An Open Discussion
DESCRIPTION:At last fall’s CRTC hearing on Canadian Content – The Path Forward\, broadcasters and music industry groups called for urgent updates to the regulatory framework. Issues included Cancon definitions and quotas\, regulation of online streamers\, declining local radio news\, revenue pressures\, funding for Canadian and Indigenous content\, and ownership limits. This panel revisits these issues in an open discussion as the industry awaits the CRTC’s forthcoming decision.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/music-radio-regulation-an-open-discussion/
LOCATION:Imperial Room (Fairmont Royal York)\, 100 Front St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5J 1E3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference,Radiodays North America
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T053221
CREATED:20260330T174852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T214319Z
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SUMMARY:Being a Host in 2026
DESCRIPTION:What does the job of a radio host really look like today? This session brings together a panel of leading radio presenters from different formats and stages of their careers for an open conversation about being on air in 2026. It’s an honest look at how the role has evolved\, what audiences want more and less of\, and where presenters now make the biggest impact. From authenticity and connection to life beyond the microphone\, this discussion offers real insight into what it takes to stay relevant\, credible and human as a modern radio presenter.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/being-a-host-in-2026/
LOCATION:Tudor Room (Fairmont Royal York)\, 100 Front St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5J 1E3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference,Radiodays North America
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T135500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T144000
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CREATED:20260330T175138Z
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SUMMARY:Your Biggest Star Just Quit. Now What?
DESCRIPTION: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 reminder of a reality every radio brand eventually faces: what happens when one of your biggest names\, who helps define your station\, walks away and suddenly isn’t there anymore? \n The departure of major talent can shift ratings\, reshape brand perception and create huge commercial pressure. But some stations navigate those moments better than others. In this session we explore how broadcasters manage superstar talent\, prepare for inevitable change and ensure their brand remains strong even when the headline name disappears.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/your-biggest-star-just-quit-now-what/
LOCATION:Tudor Room (Fairmont Royal York)\, 100 Front St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5J 1E3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference,Radiodays North America
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T150000
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SUMMARY:BBC Radio 6 Music: Why Curated Music Radio Can Still Win
DESCRIPTION:BBC Radio 6 Music is one of the UK’s most distinctive music brands – a home for listeners who value discovery\, depth and genuine musical passion. Built on trust\, taste and cultural credibility\, it proves that curator-led music radio can still thrive at scale. In this session\, Samantha Moy\, Head of BBC Radio 6 Music\, shares how the station champions new artists\, celebrates music culture across genres\, and builds a strong connection with its passionate audience of music lovers. She’ll explore the thinking behind 6 Music’s editorial choices and why strong curation\, authenticity and point of view remain powerful differentiators in today’s music and radio landscape. Expect a thoughtful look at what happens when taste\, trust and strategy align and why “curated” doesn’t have to mean niche.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/bbc-radio-6-music-why-curated-music-radio-can-still-win/
LOCATION:Imperial Room (Fairmont Royal York)\, 100 Front St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5J 1E3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference,Radiodays North America
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T151500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T160000
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CREATED:20260330T175254Z
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SUMMARY:If You Knew Better: From Label Executive to Podcast Powerhouse - An Executive Keynote Conversation with Amber Grimes
DESCRIPTION:Amber Grimes has built her career at the intersection of music\, strategy\, and culture. \nFrom leading Artist & Label Partnerships at Spotify to serving as EVP & GM of LVRN (Love Renaissance) – the Atlanta based label behind artists including 6LACK\, Summer Walker\, DVSN\, Sadboi and more\, Amber now oversees one of the most influential independent labels operating under the Capitol Music Group system. \nIn this keynote conversation\, co-presented by RDNA and Departure and moderated by iHeartRadio\, Amber will reflect on her journey from streaming executive to label leader – and how she’s expanding her influence beyond recorded music. With the launch of her new iHeartRadio podcast through The Black Effect network\, If You Knew Better\, alongside her growing book club and community platform\, Amber is building a brand that bridges music\, media\, and mentorship. \nThis conversation explores scaling independent culture within major systems\, developing artists in the streaming era\, and leveraging podcasting and audio to build lasting platforms beyond the label model.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/if-you-knew-better-from-label-executive-to-podcast-powerhouse-an-executive-keynote-conversation-with-amber-grimes/
LOCATION:Imperial Room (Fairmont Royal York)\, 100 Front St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5J 1E3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference,Radiodays North America
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T151500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T160000
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CREATED:20260330T215318Z
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SUMMARY:Worried About AI? Your Best Friend is AI
DESCRIPTION:In a world where it seems that lies travel a hundred times faster than the truth\, where can AI give us a creative assist? We hear about the fears and dangers but are there ways AI can help us in spreading the truth so we can win audiences in this new attention economy?
URL:https://departureto.com/event/worried-about-ai-your-best-friend-is-ai/
LOCATION:Tudor Room (Fairmont Royal York)\, 100 Front St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5J 1E3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference,Radiodays North America
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T161500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T053221
CREATED:20260330T215038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T215141Z
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SUMMARY:Trust Issues: Navigating a New Era of Populism
DESCRIPTION:In this age of all-caps opinions passing for political discourse\, we’ll hear from the frontlines… hosts who are successfully making programs that privilege facts and build audiences\, whether it’s on radio or in a podcast. You’ll hear how to choose the right topics and guests\, how to structure a debate versus a conversation\, making things dynamic but still civil…and whether it’s still possible to “disagree agreeably.” 
URL:https://departureto.com/event/trust-issues-navigating-a-new-era-of-populism/
LOCATION:Imperial Room (Fairmont Royal York)\, 100 Front St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5J 1E3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference,Radiodays North America
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T161500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T053221
CREATED:20260330T220020Z
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SUMMARY:The Morning Shift
DESCRIPTION:Morning shows remain radio’s most important relationship… but what does a great one need in 2026? This session takes a clear-eyed look at how successful morning shows are built today: what audiences want more (and less) of\, the demands on hosts and producers\, and how ideas move from planning to on-air. It’s a practical snapshot of the people and production-thinking that sits behind the morning shows that feel relevant\, human and worth waking up for!
URL:https://departureto.com/event/the-morning-shift/
LOCATION:Tudor Room (Fairmont Royal York)\, 100 Front St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5J 1E3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference,Radiodays North America
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T053221
CREATED:20260330T215709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T004923Z
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SUMMARY:Making Waves in Audio Investments
DESCRIPTION: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 brave story about collaboration\, strong market leadership\, and a clear vision for the future of audio has resulted in an uptake in advertising spending for the Dutch audio market.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/making-waves-in-audio-investments/
LOCATION:Tudor Room (Fairmont Royal York)\, 100 Front St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5J 1E3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference,Radiodays North America
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T142500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T151000
DTSTAMP:20260404T053221
CREATED:20260330T215520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T215520Z
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SUMMARY:The Art of Telling a Story – What I Learned from a decade in making Radiolab
DESCRIPTION: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 and human. How do they structure the stories to keep the listener engaged? What is their approach to sound and form? And how do they develop new ideas and formats? Join this session\, where Simon Adler will share what he learned during his eleven years at the show. He’ll open the doors to the creative engine room of Radiolab\, explain the tools that bring stories to life and share how he’s continually working to push the medium forward.
URL:https://departureto.com/event/the-art-of-telling-a-story-what-i-learned-from-a-decade-in-making-radiolab/
LOCATION:Tudor Room (Fairmont Royal York)\, 100 Front St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5J 1E3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference,Radiodays North America
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