From what science says about staying in control of AI, to new strategies for sponsorship ROI and a first look at how Convening Leaders 2026 is baking sustainability into every touchpoint — here’s what’s new on the Convene Podcast.

From how NAFOA blends tech and tradition to boost engagement, to Michelle Mason’s insights on future-ready associations, to the Convene editors’ favorite stories of 2025, here’s what’s new on the Convene Podcast.

From a viral TikTok that became a teachable moment, to MC2’s playbook for building trust and impact in event marketing, and fresh insights from Convene’s 2025 Salary Survey on what truly matters to planners — here’s what’s new on the Convene Podcast.

From how a one-day festival fosters global engagement, to David Allison’s insights on values-driven event design, to the creative process behind Convene’s illustrated covers, here’s what’s new on the Convene Podcast.

From Seth Godin’s take on how events inspire real leadership, to practical ways to cut food waste, reduce carbon, and rethink event giveaways, here’s what’s new on the Convene Podcast.

From expert strategies to organize your day and use AI more intentionally, to new research revealing what attendees really want from networking, here’s what’s new on the Convene Podcast.

Industry leaders share their practical approaches for making events inclusive — from digital accessibility to balancing celebration with difficult conversations — even as DEI faces backlash.

From an early adopter’s approach to AI to how events can help close a 43-million-worker gap in travel and tourism, here’s what’s new on the Convene Podcast.

From record-breaking attendance at global science meetings to renewed debates about an oversaturated events calendar, this week’s Convene Podcast explores what’s driving resilience — and what needs to change.

From expert advice on crafting sustainability-focused RFPs to insights from Convene’s 2025 Salary Survey on pay gaps, workload strain, and job satisfaction, here’s what’s new on the Convene Podcast.

From how the Society of Women Engineers built inclusivity and safety into its award-winning event, to what planners need to know about QR code scams, here’s what’s new on the Convene Podcast.

From how AI is reshaping the hiring process, to lessons in inclusive growth from Los Angeles, to SXSW’s bold pivot without a convention center.