The Podcast Show London has unveiled the full lineup of its International Advisory Board ahead of the 2026 edition of the event, taking place May 20–21, 2026 in London’s Business Design Centre. The advisory board has been assembled to help shape the show’s programme and ensure content is relevant and valuable for the global podcasting community.
The newly announced board features a range of respected industry leaders, including:
- Ruth Fitzsimons (Director of Digital, Bauer Media)
- James Cridland (Editor, Podnews)
- Bernard Achampong (Founder, Unedited & Chair, AudioUK)
- Arielle Nissenblatt (Founder, Earbuds Podcast Collective)
- Megan Bradshaw (Head of Spoken Word, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, Amazon Music)
- Shaun Wilson (VP, Podcast Sales, Audioboom)
- Carrie Lieberman (COO, iHeartPodcasts)
- Vicky Etchells (Director, Podcasts at Global)
- Arif Noorani (Director, CBC Podcasts)
- Steve Ackerman (Board Advisor & Consultant)
This advisory group will work closely with The Podcast Show’s content team to evaluate session and speaker submissions, helping to curate a programme that reflects current trends and key issues in podcasting worldwide. The announcement coincides with the opening of the submission window for potential speakers, panel sessions, and keynotes, which runs through February 28, 2026.
Now in its fifth year, The Podcast Show has become a major international gathering point for creators, brands, platforms, and industry professionals. The event is known for its blend of practical talks, leadership insights, networking opportunities, and trend-focused discussions designed to support growth and collaboration in the expanding podcasting landscape.
With an expanded advisory board guiding content planning and a fresh call for session proposals, The Podcast Show London 2026 aims to deliver one of its most ambitious and globally relevant programmes yet.
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