Dubai's PodFest 2025 Highlights Growth of Content Production and Audio Influencing Sectors
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, will play host to the fifth edition of Dubai PodFest on September 30, 2025, coinciding with International Podcast Day. This prestigious event, organised by the Dubai Press Club under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, is set to be a comprehensive platform for networking, learning, and celebrating the podcasting industry.
This year's Dubai PodFest promises to be a dynamic forum for exchanging ideas, showcasing success stories, and shaping the future of audio content in the Arab world. The event will gather prominent Arab podcasters, media organisations, and leading audio content platforms.
Key focus areas for the festival include exploring global podcasting trends and best practices, expanding the visibility and competitiveness of Arabic podcast content, empowering emerging podcasting talents, and strengthening partnerships between media institutions and creative industries. Workshops and discussions on storytelling, AI, 3D audio, audience growth strategies, and innovation in podcasting are also expected.
Mahfoudha Abdullah, Media Talent Development Lead and Manager of Dubai PodFest, emphasises the rapid growth of the audio sector, driven by innovation and accessibility, and its ability to recognise talent regardless of scale. Dubai PodFest 2025 underscores the emirate's commitment to supporting the fast-evolving world of digital audio, reinforcing its role as a global hub for media and creative talent.
The event aligns with International Podcast Day, underscoring Dubai's commitment to supporting the fast-evolving world of digital audio. It is a testament to the emirate's vision to be a global hub for media and creative talent, as stated by Mona Al Marri, Vice Chairperson and Managing Director of the Dubai Media Council and President of the Dubai Press Club.
Dubai PodFest 2025 is an international event, part of our brand name Middle East, an international franchise of our brand name Media. It aims to celebrate creativity, spotlight regional talent, and strengthen the role of podcasts as a dynamic force in the media landscape.
For registration and participation details, interested podcasters and media professionals are advised to visit the Dubai Press Club’s official website. Dubai PodFest 2025 is a key event in the MENA region for podcasters and audio content creators, providing a unique opportunity to network, learn, and be inspired.
- The fifth edition of Dubai PodFest, happening on September 30, 2025, will serve as a comprehensive platform for networking, learning, and celebrating the podcasting industry, based on its focus areas of exploring global trends, expanding visibility, empowering talents, and strengthening partnerships.
- Dubai PodFest 2025, a key event in the MENA region, will gather prominent Arab podcasters, media organizations, and leading audio content platforms, creating an international event that aligns with International Podcast Day and supports the fast-evolving world of digital audio.
- Dubai PodFest 2025 underscores Dubai's vision to be a global hub for media and creative talent, as it showcases creativity, spotlights regional talent, and strengthens the role of podcasts as a dynamic force in the media landscape, driven by innovation and accessibility.
- Registration and participation details for Dubai PodFest 2025 are available on the Dubai Press Club’s official website, offering interested podcasters and media professionals a unique opportunity to network, learn, and be inspired, embracing this year's theme of growth and success in the podcasting industry.
