Get ready for another jam-packed episode of Poduty and the News — the only live news podcast about podcasting, recorded right in the heart of the Poduty Podcast Theater. Hosted by Jeff Revilla, this show is your Saturday morning guide to what’s happening in the ever-evolving world of live podcasting, community events, and the creative minds behind the mic.

Our Special Guest Co-Host Today:

Rachel Minion
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We were thrilled to welcome the amazing Rachel Minion as our live guest for this episode. Rachel brought a fresh perspective and infectious energy to the stage, sharing her insights from the world of business efficiency, automation, and the power of live events.

Rachel runs Rockstar Moon, a rev ops organization that helps consultants amplify their impact by streamlining systems and automating tedious day-to-day tasks. She also has a rich background in the live entertainment industry, having worked at Ticketmaster, and shared some unique stories about transparency, crisis management, and connecting deeply with your audience.

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Episode Recap: Stories, Takeaways & Community Highlights

1. Crisis Mode: Rebuilding Trust Live
   https://www.fastcompany.com/91433809/the-ceos-of-honest-company-and-nwsl-on-regaining-trust-from-consumers-and-employees
   Inspired by the Masters of Scale Summit, this segment explored how companies like the Honest Co. and the National Women’s Soccer League rebuilt trust after scandals.

2. Industry Podcasts Going Live
   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IwmAuOuBDrM
   We spotlighted the Fine Home Building Summit, where niche podcasters took the stage, fielded live audience questions, and turned technical trade talk into interactive masterclasses. Both

3. The Festival Approach: Hamburg Podcast Night
   https://pop64.com/2025/10/erste-hamburger-podcast-nacht/
   Five diverse podcasts populated the historic Hansa Theater for Hamburg’s first-ever Podcast Night, reminding everyone that podcasts can be as communal and immersive as live music.

4. Brewing Collaboration into Community
   https://craftypint.com/news/3910/episode-068-going-with-the-grain
   In Australia, the “Going with the Grain” podcast brought together brewers, farmers, and maltsters for a live-recorded celebration of local craft and innovation. The discussion reinforced the idea that collaboration (even among “competitors”) can deepen community ties and elevate everyone’s game.

5. Broadway Goes Live: Stagecraft’s Big Moment
   https://variety.com/2025/legit/podcasts/business-of-broadway-breakfast-2025-keanu-reeves-1236558634/
   Variety’s Stagecraft podcast wrapped its season with a star-studded Broadway panel, giving fans a rare peek behind the curtain.

6. Anderson Cooper: Grief from Podcast to Primetime
   https://www.usatoday.com/videos/life/2025/10/28/anderson-coopers-grief-podcast-expands-with-live-cnn-show/86937124007/
   Wrapping up, the team discussed Anderson Cooper’s “All There Is,” a deeply personal podcast now expanding into live TV. The conversation focused on the importance of authentic storytelling, the healing power of vulnerability, and the ways podcasts can bridge isolation by fostering honest, supportive dialogue.

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