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PodFest Expo 2026 Speaker Series Preview

Podfest Expo 2026 Speaker Preview Series: Jenn Trepeck on Moving up to Pro Status in Podcasting

In this episode of the PodfestExpo 2026 Speaker Preview Podcasts series, Tom Fox visits with Jenn Trepeck, host of the Salad with a Side of Fries podcast, and discusses her panels at PodfestExpo 2026 on AI in Podcasting, Ask the Pros, and Turning Your Podcast into a Book. Some of the highlights in this podcast are:

  • Jenn’s role in the world of podcasting.
  • Her presentations at PodFest Expo.
  • What she hopes to get out of PodFest Expo 2026 and why you should attend.

I hope you can join us at Podfest Expo 2026, hosted by Podfest Global. This year’s event will be the 12th anniversary and will be held January 15-18, at the RENAISSANCE ORLANDO AT SEAWORLD® in Orlando, Florida. The lineup of this year’s event is simply first-rate, with some of the top names in podcasting.

Podfest Expo is a community of people interested in and passionate about sharing their voices and messages with the world through powerful audio and video mediums. We’re proud to unite as many people as possible to learn, get inspired, and grow better together.

Podfest Expo is so much more than just a conference. While we pride ourselves on featuring the most engaging speakers, exciting topics, and in-depth content, what sets the Podfest Expo event apart from all others is the tight-knit community we’ve been building since 2013. You don’t just attend a Podfest event—you become part of the Podfest family.

Whether you’re new to podcasting or a veteran podcaster looking to innovate and improve your podcast, our easy-to-understand Conference Topics allow you to customize a daily agenda based on what you’re most interested in learning. No matter your skill level or experience, Podfest Expo 2026 has plenty to offer!

Please join us at the event. For information on the event, click here. As an extra benefit for listeners of this podcast, Podfest Expo is offering 10% off any ticket level. Enter the discount code Fox2026 or visit this link.

Podfest Expo 2026 is a production of Podfest Global, which is the sponsor of this podcast series.

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For on Podcasting – Exploring AI in Podcasting with Robert Riggs

Join Tom Fox as he explores the world of podcasting, and get ready to be inspired to start your podcast. In this episode, Tom welcomes Robert Riggs, a true crime podcaster who uses AI in his entire podcast production process.

Originally from Paris, Texas, Robert Riggs embarked on his professional journey with aspirations in architecture, studying at Texas A&M University. However, his career trajectory took a transformative turn after his experience with a congressional committee, where the exposure to the power and impact of journalism ignited a new passion within him. Encouraged by notable figures such as CBS correspondent Bob Schieffer, Riggs shifted his focus to television journalism, where he spent over 30 successful years uncovering and sharing crucial stories with the public. Despite his initial pursuit of architecture, Riggs’s experiences in politics and media unveiled his true calling in journalism, leading to a distinguished career that combined his creative talents with a commitment to investigative reporting.

Key highlights:

  • Architectural Studies Sparked Journalism Career Success
  • Crime Podcast: Pandemic Sparked Transition to Sensational Stories
  • AI-Powered Creativity: Enhancing Writing and Insights
  • AI Technology’s Impact on Law Enforcement Security

Resources:

Texas Crime Stories on Amazon.com

Freed To Kill (YouTube)

True Crime Reporter Podcast

 Connect with Robert Riggs

True Crime Reporter on Facebook

Robert Riggs on LinkedIn

True Crime Reporter on Instagram

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