The Black Effect Podcast Festival is back to take over Atlanta on April 26th as iHeartRadio and Charlamagne Tha God announced the event's return to celebrate uplift and amplify Black voices in the podcast industry.

Taking place at Pullman Yards, and hosted by Mandii B and WeezyWTF (hosts of "Decisions, Decisions"), Charlamagne Tha God will join some of the Black Effect's most popular personalities for a day full of live podcast tapings and informative discussions.

The third annual Black Effect Podcast Festival will feature live appearances from some of the Black Effect's most popular shows including "Woman Evolve," "Good Moms, Bad Choices," "R&B Money," "Naked Sports with Cari Champion" and "The Trap Nerds." Additionally, ticket holders will hear thought-provoking and informative panel discussions during the event including "Adapting to Trends: The Future of Podcasting" and so much more.

"We're excited to return to Atlanta, building on the incredible momentum of the podcast industry and the growing impact of Black creators in the space," said Charlamagne Tha God. "As the influence of Black voices continues to shape culture and drive conversations, The Black Effect remains committed to powerful storytelling, meaningful brand collaborations and unforgettable live experiences. This year, we’re celebrating not just where we’ve been – we’re embracing the limitless future of Black podcasting and the influence it holds."

Festival sponsors will be on-site at the event with engaging activations for attendees including the Pitch Your Podcast booth. In addition, the festival will also feature a variety of other activities such as a pop-up marketplace showcasing merchandise from Black-owned businesses, a photo booth, and Office Hours, with 1:1 mentoring sessions with iHeartMedia executives.

Tickets for the 2025 Black Effect Podcast Festival go on sale on February 26th at 12pm. For more information, visit blackeffect.com/podcastfestival.

Joe Soto