Speaker Submission Form & Guidelines

Join the 6th annual Afros & Audio Podcast Festival as a speaker! We're looking for Podcast Creatives, Professionals, Industry Leaders, and Experts to share their knowledge and insights. This year we are presenting 75-90 minute moderated open-forum style breakout sessions with 4 carefully selected panelist and 1 subject matter expert moderator.

Our tracks this year include:

Podcast Creator
Audio Professional
New and Aspiring Podcaster

The conference aims to enhance industry knowledge, foster community, and encourage collaboration among podcasting professionals. We're committed to supporting Black indie podcast creatives and professionals globally, embracing diversity in all forms. Speaking at our festival offers the opportunity to showcase your expertise to a diverse audience, network with industry peers, contribute to the podcasting community's growth, and boost your visibility in the podcast industry. Learn more about our inclusion and accessibility policy and consider contributing to this game-changing event.

Submission Guidelines

Speaker submissions are open until July 7, 2024.
Speakers get a discount code for 25% of each ticket sold and a VIP conference ticket. Speakers interested in a vendor booth receive a 25% discount.
Only complete submissions with clear bios, titles, and descriptions for in-person sessions in Baltimore, MD, will be considered, including workshop presentations or panels.
Speakers can submit their panelists or request matching.
Collaboration is encouraged, with selections made by the Planning Committee by July 28, 2024.
All speakers must sign an agreement and provide required information, with any changes communicated by September 1, 2024; otherwise, the presenter(s) will be removed from the agenda.
Non-selected speakers can attend at early-bird prices by reaching out after August 1st.

Speaker Submission Form & Guidelines

Submission Guidelines​

Speaker submissions are open until July 7, 2024.

Speakers get a discount code for 25% of each ticket sold and a VIP conference ticket. Speakers interested in a vendor booth receive a 25% discount.

Only complete submissions with clear bios, titles, and descriptions for in-person sessions in Baltimore, MD, will be considered, including workshop presentations or panels.

Speakers can submit their panelists or request matching.

Collaboration is encouraged, with selections made by the Planning Committee by July 28, 2024.

All speakers must sign an agreement and provide required information, with any changes communicated by September 1, 2024; otherwise, the presenter(s) will be removed from the agenda.

Non-selected speakers can attend at early-bird prices by reaching out after August 1st. ​

Submission Guidelines

Non-selected speakers can attend at early-bird prices by reaching out after August 1st.