How to stay relevant and true in a fragmented audio world
The audio landscape has transformed dramatically. What was once a limited ecosystem of a few trusted broadcasters is now an endless stream of podcasts, social media clips, and AI-generated content. In this environment public broadcasters face a pressing question: how do you remain relevant, trusted, and impactful? Drawing on insights from Mohit Bakaya,
How Children Are Shaping the Future of Audio
A lively discussion with Gregory Watson, Managing Director at Children’s Radio UK Ltd, Caroline Pouron, Podcast Commissioner at Sveriges Radio, Eloise Elandaloussi from tonies GmbH, and hosted by Henriette Hoj Gharib, CEO of Podster ApS, explored how kids are changing the way audio is created and consumed. Changing Listening Habits Caroline Pouron shared that
More Than a Morning Voice: How Kris Fade Turned Radio Into a Lifestyle Brand
It didn’t feel like a formal interview. It felt real – raw, honest, like two people just talking about life, career, and everything in between. And that’s exactly what defines Kris Fade – authenticity. Today, he is the voice of Dubai mornings on Virgin Radio Dubai, but his journey into radio wasn’t planned. In fact, he
From Reach to Revenue: Radio’s Next Shift
Radio has never had a reach problem. If anything, it has always been its greatest strength. With 87% weekly reach across Europe and North America and billions of global listeners, it remains – perhaps surprisingly – he last true high-reach medium. And yet, sitting in a room full of industry professionals in
Local radio is thriving — and these three stories will prove why
This session really captured the true power of radio at its best - when it is deeply and authentically local. “The Three Best Local Cases You Need to Hear About” took us on a journey from India to Denmark to Slovenia - three countries, three realities, one shared truth: local radio works
Where’s the money in podcasting? Insights from the experts
Everyone wants to know how to grow revenue as a podcaster. At Radiodays Europe, top industry experts shared practical strategies that go beyond the usual advice. Subscription Strategies Norma Jean Belenky, host of PodBizz + owner of NJB Media, and Leanne Alie, Exec producer, The Artists Partnership, explained how to diversify revenue streams. They
Radio Reality Check: Why the Dashboard Is the New Battleground for Radio
“Radio Reality Check – The Dashboard Is Where Radio Competes,” sponsored by Radioplayer, brought together leading voices from across the radio and automotive industries. The discussion featured Rune Hafskjær(Chief Digital Officer, P4 Group Norway), Sarah Harrison (Senior Distribution Manager, BBC), Yann Legarson (CEO, Radioplayer Worldwide), Laurence Harrison (Chief Partnerships Officer, Radioplayer), and Jean-François Labal (Strategic Partnerships and Business Development, Renault Group), offering
The New Rules of Campaigning: Lessons from Trump for Radio
Modern political communication is no longer just about policies, facts, or rational arguments. As highlighted by Julius van de Laar, Chief Strategist at Van de Laar Campaigning, together with Martin Liss, audio entrepreneur and management consultant from Berlin, it has become an emotion-driven game, where attention, identity, and entertainment play a central role. This shift,
Radiodays Europe 2026 Kicks Off in Riga: Audio’s Future Is People Powered!
And we’re off. Radiodays Europe 2026 has officially begun, opening with an energizing ceremony that set the tone for what promises to be a defining moment for the global audio industry. Hosted in vibrant Riga, the event wasted no time diving into the themes shaping audio today and tomorrow. A Colorful Start The conference opened
Sunday Summits sizzle!
A sunny Sunday in Riga saw a whole host of sizzling Summits, full of info, insight and interest, kickstarting our three day packed programme of keynote speeches, expert panel discussions, interactive sessions, workshops and social networking events. Are you joining us in Riga?
