Have you ever wondered about the future of podcasting and how live events can elevate your show to the next level? What if we told you there's a way for independent podcasters to not only grow their listener base but also form a deeper connection with their audience? Tune in to this episode of Podcasting Tech—you won’t want to miss it!

In today’s episode, we're diving into the world of live podcast events with Jeff Revilla, the founder of Poduty Live LLC, a pioneering podcast theater based in Tarentum, PA, that bridges the gap between digital content and live audience interaction. With over 20 years of experience in digital marketing, Jeff shares his journey into podcasting, the dawn of Padutty Live, and the bright future of live podcasting events.

Jeff has a deep passion for podcasting and has expertly blended his expertise to create a unique venue that enhances the podcasting experience through live events. He started podcasting around 2006, inspired by early shows like Marketing Over Coffee and AdVerCasts. By 2015, he had created his trivia game show, "Stuff I Never Knew," using interactive platforms like Blab, bringing a community element to podcasting.

In This Episode, We Cover:

• Jeff’s inspiring evolution from a podcast listener to an innovative content creator. (00:00) 
• The rise and fall of platforms like Blab how Jeff’s utilizatize Blab for live interactive shows and the impact of its shutdown. (02:22) 
• The concept and creation of Padutty Live and how it offers podcasters a space to perform live. (05:15) 
• Why hosting live podcasts can be more lucrative than traditional ad revenue. (10:13) 
• The challenges and thrills of transitioning from virtual to live shows. (00:11)
• How independent podcasters can leverage live shows to grow their listener base and connect with their audience. (16:23) 

This episode is a must-listen if you want to transform your podcast and engage your audience on a deeper level. Jeff Revilla shares extensive insights and practical tips to inspire podcasters to leap from their home studios to the main stage. Tune in to learn how you can revolutionize your podcasting experience with live events!

Links and Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

• Poduty Live: https://poduty.com/ 
• Marketing Over Coffee:
• https://marketingovercoffee.com
• Trailergram platform:
• https://trailergram.co/?ref=podcastingtech
• Connect with Jeff on LinkedIn:
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffravilla/
• Follow Jeff on Facebook:
• https://www.facebook.com/revilla 
• Stuff I Never Knew Trivia Game Show:
• https://stuffineverknew.com
• Recommended hardware: Audio Technica AT2020 USB microphone -
• https://amzn.to/4bPUARg
• Recommended software: Riverside.fm -
• https://www.riverside.fm/?via=mathew
• Trivia Warfare Podcast:
• https://triviawarfare.com
• Triviality Podcast:
• https://trivialitypodcast.com

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