Welcome to this episode of Poduty and the News, where your host Jeff Revilla kicks off the week with a roundup of the latest happenings in the world of live streaming and podcasting.

On this special holiday edition, Jeff shares five stories, covering everything from exciting new features on Streamyard that bring live viewer comments directly onto your screen, to podcasts making a real impact in their communities—like Hangry for a Change, which tackles hunger in New York. You’ll also hear about the Superfan podcast making waves at Comic Con Revolution, the star-studded chaos of Wait, Wait, Don’t Tell Me’s spring lineup, and an exclusive live Xavier basketball podcast event that gives fans a shot at courtside seats.

Whether you’re a creator or a fan, this episode spotlights innovation, community, and the powerful ways podcasts are connecting with audiences everywhere. Plug in and stay tuned for all the inspiration and news you need from the live podcasting scene!

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“Talk of the Stream”

Source: Streamyard
https://new.streamyard.com/showcase-you-chat-live-on-screen-with-chat-overlay-1LnCyk

“Mic Check, Full Plate”

Source: WAMC
https://www.wamc.org/podcast/the-roundtable/2025-05-22/hangry-for-change-live-podcast-recording-at-the-linda-on-6-18
Tickets at: https://www.alliancehungerfreeny.org/upcoming-1/alliance-annual-fundraiser

“Podcast Powers, Activate!”
Source:  Comics Beat
https://www.comicsbeat.com/the-superfan-podcast-is-going-live-at-comic-con-revolution/

“Politics, Puppets, and… GWAR?”

Source: NPR
https://www.npr.org/programs/wait-wait-dont-tell-me/g-s1-67121/wait-wait-for-may-17-2025-with-not-my-job-guests-gwar-gretchen-whitmer-jo

“Podcasts, Pitino, and Points”
Source: 24 7 Sports
https://247sports.com/college/xavier/article/richard-pitino-xavier-new-coach-live-podcast-dana-gardens-musketeer-report-rick-broering-249998748/
Tickets at:
https://xavier.evenue.net/www/ev_xavier-athletics/ss/ev/SpecialEvent