Dubai set for region's largest gathering of podcasters

Dubai is set to host the region’s largest gathering of podcasters later this month.

The second edition of Dubai PodFest will feature prominent podcasters, audio content creators and leading organisations in the industry, further reinforcing the city’s position as a key regional media hub and a focal point for digital media development.

Dubai Press Club (DPC) will host the event on November 21, under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Media Council.

Dubai PodFest will discuss the future of podcasting and new approaches for developing audio content into a compelling and financially sustainable product.

It will also explore fresh strategies to accelerate the growth of podcasting in the region and the role of media organisations in supporting the industry’s development.

"The second edition of the event will bring together key companies specialised in the field who will share their perspectives on the massive opportunities in the sector, heralding a new beginning for the development of podcast content in the region," said Mona Al Marri, Vice Chairperson and Managing Director of the Dubai Media Council and President of DPC.

Dr. Maitha Buhumaid, Director of DPC, said that audio content is a key pillar in the development of future digital platforms. As per the latest figures from Apple Podcast, the consumption of audio content in the region has seen a considerable increase, which indicates that podcasts are gaining popularity among Arab audiences.

.@malmarri, Vice Chairperson and Managing Director of the Dubai Media Council and President of DPC: The event further consolidates Dubai's emergence as the city of the future and advances its role in driving the development of the region’s media. pic.twitter.com/4rvBQ7hI4n

— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) November 2, 2022

Dr. Maitha Buhumaid, Director of DPC: #Dubai PodFest 2022 will shed light on the various opportunities emerging for audio content creators to launch specialised podcast programmes in diverse fields with the help of advanced digital tools. pic.twitter.com/RraFD7oU5j

— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) November 2, 2022

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