Leveling Up Podcasting: Going Live, Building Community, and Having Fun with Anja Lordanić

Welcome to Poduty and the News, the only live news podcast about podcasting, streamed straight from the stage! Each week, hosts Jeff Revilla and friends dig into the biggest developments in the world of podcasts, from creative trends to industry shifts, all brought to life with fresh stories, expert commentary, and some real-time fun.— Are you curious how podcasts are changing in 2026?— Ever wondered what it takes to create live, can't-miss audio experiences?— Want behind-the-scenes insights on new ways podcasters are building community — in person and online?Poduty and the News is your go-to source, featuring top stories, special guests, and actionable advice for today's podcast creators and fans.Meet Our Guest: Anja Lordanićhttps://sayyestopodcasting.com/Today’s episode features Anja Lordanić, host of "Say Yes to Podcasting." Anja Lordanić is a podcast mentor, trainer, and advocate for solopreneurs eager to launch profitable, sustainable podcasts — even without giant followings or blockbuster sponsorships.She empowers business owners to use podcasting as a tool for connection, growth, and making a real impact, showing how your voice can reach the right audience, not just the biggest one. Whether mentoring, launching shows, or sharing solo nuggets of wisdom, Anja Lordanić is on a mission to make podcasting accessible, authentic, and fun for all.Want to livestream and record podcasts like we do?  Check out these links and build your empire!Transistor FM - for podcast hostinghttps://transistor.fm/?via=podutyCastmagic - to make written content from your audio podcasthttps://get.castmagic.io/ugp958dba02xStreamyard - for livestreaming and recording podcast episodeshttps://streamyard.com/pal/c/6282618417446912Chapters in this Episode(00:00) - Podcast News for April 18, 2026 (00:19) - What Time is It? (Theme Song) (01:07) - Meet Anja Lordanić (05:00) - Brains On! Podcast is Hitting the Stage Live! (09:41) - Killah Priest Celebrates 100K Subscribers (14:37) - Stop Building Everything Yourself with PocketGamer.Biz (20:25) - Spotify’s EQUAL Initiative is Turning Podcasts and Audio Into Real-world Events (23:54) - #GALSNGEAR is Using Live Podcasts to Create Access and Connection (27:32) - Turning Headlines Into a Live Conversation (31:41) - Connect with Anja Lordanić Brains, But Make It a Live ShowSource:  Fun Cheap San Franciscohttps://sf.funcheap.com/brains-on-live-podcast-show-marines-memorial-theatre-sf/A top kids podcast turns its content into a full live experience, combining science, entertainment, and audience interaction to create a show families are willing to pay for.100K and Still Showing UpSource: Killah Priest YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i1NFzt3On80Killah Priest celebrates a major subscriber milestone with a live episode that highlights the power of consistency, community, and long-term audience building.Stop Building Everything YourselfSource: PocketGamer.Bizhttps://www.pocketgamer.biz/pocketgamerbiz-podcast-skillz-beamable-and-the-live-ops-shift/A live podcast from GDC explores how creators can move faster by relying on shared systems, focusing more on the experience and less on the technical setup.From Content to Community MovementSource: Spotify Newsroomhttps://newsroom.spotify.com/2026-04-01/equal-days-latin-america-women-in-music-photos/Spotify’s EQUAL initiative shows how live events and podcasts can bring people together, turning content into a global movement built on connection and shared growth.Access Is the ProductSource: Rave Pubshttps://ravepubs.com/galsngear-to-host-networking-opportunities-for-women-at-2026-nab-show/#GALSNGEAR uses live podcasting, panels, and networking events to create real opportunities for connection, proving that podcasts can open doors beyond content.Turning Headlines Into a Live ConversationSource: Reuters Econ World podcasthttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_eYUtE3_bdYReuters brings its podcast to a live stage, using real-time discussion and expert voices to make complex economic issues more engaging and accessible.Host your podcast at Poduty:Curious about taking your own podcast live in front of an audience? Learn more about staging your own event at Poduty.com—no contracts, no minimum ticket sales, just real podcasting energy!Not ready for the stage but need help launching your Podcast? Try our fully done for you podcasting services.  From start to finish, Jeff will help you bring your show to life!Check out our services and packages at:https://poduty.com/done-for-you-podcasting-services/Leave Us a Review On Your Podcast App!If you enjoyed this episode of Poduty and the News, we’d love for you to leave us a review where ever you listen! Take a moment to share your thoughts—it helps others discover Poduty and makes our community even stronger. Thanks for listening and being part of the journey! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★