PODFEST BERLIN IS...
MULTILINGUAL
In 2021 we started with live podcast recordings in four languages. By 2022 it was already fifteen.
At PodFest Berlin, there is no ideal accent, dialect, or diction. We believe language exists to facilitate communication, not to create barriers. That's why we invite people to express themselves and listen in whatever language they feel most comfortable with.
DEMOCRATIC
We aim to remove all obstacles to creating podcasts and reaching new audiences. Our selection process doesn't rank applications on listener numbers, downloads, or any other industry metric for success.
Our program always features new and experienced podcasters alike. If you put the work in, you deserve to be heard.
GRASSROOTS
We celebrate and serve Berlin’s community of podcasters and listeners. We invite the world to join us and discover Berlin's nest of talented and hard-working people creating amazing shows.
Equality is our guiding value. Diversity and inclusion are foundational commitments. We recognize that many opportunities and privileges aren't evenly distributed and do what we can to rectify that.