Jim & Saab, Tonette Jadaone + More: Check Out the First Podcast Festival for Free This Week

(SPOT.ph) Something about podcasts makes them convenient. They don't require your full attention, so you don't have to be glued to your seat. You can be out and about running errands, doing household chores, heck, you can even fall asleep listening to discussions. 

The local podcast community has been thriving through the years, with more and more creators tackling various topics. And now, the first-ever podcast festival, "Hear For It", is set to unite creators—seasoned and newcomers alike—producers, fans such as yourself (and us, too), and even casual listeners this Friday, October 20, in Makati. Best part? It's free.

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The PH's first-ever podcast festival is happening in Glorietta, here's what to expect.

If you've listened to advice on life, career, love, and self from Bianca Gonzales' Paano Ba 'To podcast; gained insight and information on everything under the sun—from reality shows to voter registration—from real-life couple Jim Baccaro and Saab Magalona and their Wake Up with Jim & Saab; sought a safe space in Roanne and Tina of Queertuhan and a lot more from podcasters, you have to drop by the Glorietta Palm Drive Activity Center on October 20 from 12 noon to 8 p.m. to meet said faces and voices behind these podcasts. 

For one day only, there'll be no more one-sided conversations because you can get insights from influential voices in podcasting and even take part in thought-provoking discussions live when you visit the festival. Your favorite podcasters might be gracing the stage, too. Check out the schedule below:

You also have the chance to meet fellow enthusiasts and share tips as well as make connections and collaborations. There are hands-on workshops on content creation, production, marketing, and monetization. There's a lot to gain with just one visit, longtime pod listener or not. Heck, even if you're just passing by. Admission is free, after all. 

"'Hear For It' reflects the growing popularity of podcasts in the Philippines. We're thrilled to bring together podcast creators, fans, and budding talents for an unmatched experience that truly highlights the captivating power of audio storytelling," says Mel Lozano-Alcaraz, head of ANIMA Podcasts, also behind the event. 

"At ANIMA, our goal is to build and strengthen the community of podcasters in the Philippines, and we look forward to contributing to the growth of this vibrant community."

The first-ever podcast festival is happening on October 20, from 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. at Glorietta Palm Drive Activity Center, Glorietta, Makati. You can already pre-register for the event.

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