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November 19, 2005
Podcast and Portable Media Expo
Well, we exhibited at the Podcast and Portable Media Expo last week, and I thought it might be interesting to give a brief rundown of the show, given it was the first ever such event. The highlights:
- With the exception of "Keith and the Girl" (who were really cool) and Michael Butler (Rock 'n Roll Geek), we didn't see any other major Podcasters cruising the show floor. Dawn 'n Drew made an appearance, but were more acting like celebrities than geeks.
- Adam Curry wasn't seen. Apparently he was doing his own show across the street at the Marriott.
- Dave Winer was a no-show.
- A lot of people interested in becoming Podcasters were there.
- There was actually a decent number of people, especially Friday.
- No WiFi in the exhibit area -- kind of a bummer, considering the techie orientation of the audience.
When we first signed up for the show 6 months ago, the Podcasting landscape was certainly different, especially without Apple or Yahoo in the mix. Nevertheless, it was a good show, and we should land some deals that will make it well worth our participation.
Next year??? We'll just have to see...
Posted by Bill Dettering at November 19, 2005 11:23 PM | Technorati Tags: podcasting expo podcasters portable_media