Podcast Week

Podcast Week in Rome

Podcast Week is the premier Italian event entirely dedicated to the world of podcasting and digital audio. Conceived and organized by ASSIPOD - Italian Podcasting Association, the event takes place annually in Rome, transforming the Capital for a week into a meeting point for creators, professionals, companies, and enthusiasts. There is no other event of this scale dedicated to on-demand audio in the Lazio region.

PODCAMP, the training core

The centerpiece of the week is PODCAMP, an intensive bootcamp-style course that guides participants through creating a podcast from scratch: from format conceptualization and writing to recording, editing, and distribution on platforms. Lessons are held daily with mandatory attendance and conclude with the issuance of a certificate. It is a path designed for those who want to turn their passion for audio storytelling into a concrete skill.

Masterclasses, workshops, and networking

Alongside the training track, the program offers a rich series of free masterclasses and workshops, open to the public upon reservation, dedicated to the technical and narrative aspects of the medium: voice and interpretation, choosing equipment and microphones, investigative reporting podcasts, the transition from audiobook to podcast, and pitching techniques. There is no shortage of networking opportunities, aperitifs, and social evenings that foster exchange among industry leaders.

The Podcast Summit

The event culminates with the Podcast Summit, a full day of live broadcasts, presentations, awards, and meetings with authors and key voices in the national landscape. It is the perfect occasion to listen to live-recorded podcasts, discover the year's innovations, and celebrate the best projects, including those created in schools as part of student-focused programs.

An event for the whole community

Podcast Week combines training, culture, and technological innovation in an accessible context: most activities are free to attend upon online reservation. With its educational mission and ability to build networks, the event confirms Rome and the Lazio region as one of the most vibrant laboratories for Italian podcasting, a constantly growing sector that intertwines journalism, storytelling, training, and new communication technologies.