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, this is the panel you don’t want to miss.
Radio isn’t disappearing — it’s becoming invisible. From connected cars and smart TVs to AI assistants and ambient listening, discover how audio is evolving into an always-available layer across every device and platform. This session explores the future of AI-driven discovery, Gen Z listening behavior, and why the next battle for radio is no longer […]
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 […]
"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 immediate and intimate stories and opinions and hear real people's voices from across cities, countries and even borders.
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 […]
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. Lee Price, from radio software company Aiir, brings a grounded, radio production veteran’s perspective to the table, demonstrating how technology once considered science fiction is […]
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 […]
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?
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 […]
Radio reaches millions of Canadians every week. So why are broadcasters losing the budget conversation before the first slide loads? The answer isn't audience size - it's proof. This session tackles the measurement gap that is putting radio's future at risk and introduces the technology that gives media buyers a reason to commit.
In radio, every second counts. The moment something sounds off, listeners are gone and so is your profit. For decades, stations accepted something strange as normal: moments where the sound of the station and the music don’t quite align. In this session, PURE Jingles unveils a USA-first innovation in sonic branding that rethinks how stations […]
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 […]
