Our panel of guests from three of the most exciting networks in podcasting in the UK and US (ShoutOut, Maximum Fun and Radiotopia) talk about building their networks, nurturing new talent, and giving platforms to voices under-represented in mainstream media – followed by the opportunity to pitch your show idea to the panel and receive feedback from three experienced network and show-runners.

Imriel Morgan is the CEO of the ShoutOut Network, Britain’s first network dedicated to providing a platform for people from diverse backgrounds. She co-hosts the British Podcast Award-winning Melanin Millenials, and ran the first ShoutOutLive! festival in London this year.

Julie Shapiro (@jatomic) is the executive producer of Radiotopia from PRX, a curated network of extraordinary, cutting-edge podcasts including Ear Hustle, Criminal and 99% Invisible. In 2000 she co-founded the Third Coast International Audio Festival. Shapiro has taught radio to university students, presented at conferences all over the globe, and produced stories for the airwaves and podcasts in the US and beyond.

Jesse Thorn is the owner and founder of the Maximum Fun podcast network, where he hosts the podcasts Bullseye, Jordan, Jesse, Go!, and Judge John Hodgman. In addition to his work in radio and podcasts, Jesse also runs a blog and web video series devoted to men’s fashion called Put This On.