Podcast and audio executives from around the world will gather in London this week for The Podcast Show 2026.
The fifth edition takes place at the Business Design Centre on 20 and 21 May, with delegates expected from more than 50 countries.
Global Studios and iHeartPodcasts return as Headline Partners, while new partners this year include Bauer, Podimo, Arcade, Aquva, Podscribe, PodX, The Trade Desk, ESPN and Transistor.
The programme includes more than 450 speakers and 170 sessions across nine stages, covering podcast monetisation, video, IP, creator businesses, international growth and brand partnerships.
Speakers include Carrie Lieberman from iHeartPodcasts, Vicky Etchells from Global, Susie Warhurst from Apple Podcasts, Greg Glenday from Acast, Simon Myciunka from Bauer and Steve McLendon from YouTube.
James Cridland is heading over from Australia on behalf of his Podnews.net service too for three sessions.
Names from podcasting and broadcasting also include Emily Maitlis, Lewis Goodall, Gary Lineker, Gabby Logan, Zoe Ball, Jo Whiley, Roman Mars, Piers Morgan and Elizabeth Day.
New areas for 2026 include the Creator First Stage, in association with Arcade, and the International Stage and Networking Lounge, in association with Podimo.
Jason Carter, Co-Founder and Festival Director, said the event is now “internationally connected, video-first and incredibly influential across entertainment, culture and business.”