Six Live Podcast Stories with Toni Will: Connecting Community and Empowering Women

Welcome New Listeners! If you’re tuning in for the first time, you’re in the right place. Poduty and the News is the only live news podcast about podcasting—straight from the stage! Hosted by Jeff Revilla, this show explores all things podcasting: from the latest industry trends and insider stories, to the practical realities of taking your show live and connecting with your audience. Each episode features new voices, inspiring stories, and actionable tips for both seasoned podcasters and curious listeners. What’s Poduty and the News all about? Poduty and the News is where podcasting meets community, creativity, and real-time storytelling. Whether it’s live event stories, interviews with industry leaders, behind-the-scenes tips, or a spotlight on niche shows that are making waves, it’s all about exploring how podcasting is evolving and how creators are engaging audiences in innovative ways. The show brings podcast news to life—literally—by focusing on live activations, conference performances, and the human moments that make podcasting special. Meet Our Guest: @ToniWill https://www.toniwill.com/ This episode features Toni Will, joining us from Kalamazoo, Michigan. Toni is the general manager and governor of the Kalamazoo Wings (a men’s AA professional hockey team), a podcast creator, a TEDx speaker, and the driving force behind the Women In... podcast and the EmpowHer Conference. She’s passionate about lifting women up in male-dominated industries, creating spaces for authentic stories, and leading by example. Toni’s podcast, Women In..., is all about highlighting women’s experiences—not just in hockey, but across industries—inviting both women and men to share how the women in their lives influence success, leadership, and personal growth. With nearly 365 episodes, she’s become a go-to voice for empowerment and change. Her EmpowHer conference (find out more at toniwill.com) is coming up soon, combining professional and personal development with a unique twist: ending the conference with the Kalamazoo Wings’ annual Green Ice hockey game, a tradition Toni helped grow into a signature community event. Why this episode is a must-listen: You’ll hear about the power of live podcasting—from sports events and university auditoriums to niche cultural podcasts and viral moments in unexpected places. Toni shares her experience with live podcast activations, leadership, and her personal journey of redefining success (including a sneak peek of her new book, Rebellious Success). Whether you’re a creator, an aspiring podcaster, or simply curious about what happens behind the scenes, Poduty and the News brings you inspiring stories, practical takeaways, and a welcoming community to help you grow. Want to livestream and record podcasts like we do? Check out these links and build your empire! Transistor FM - for podcast hosting https://transistor.fm/?via=poduty Castmagic - to make written content from your audio podcast https://get.castmagic.io/ugp958dba02x Streamyard - for livestreaming and recording podcast episodes https://streamyard.com/pal/c/6282618417446912 Stories on This Episode: Grand Slam Meets Live Mic Souce: WTA Tennis https://www.wtatennis.com/news/4458791/the-players-box-podcast-will-air-live-at-miami-open Campus Crown Goes Live Source: The Daily Orange https://dailyorange.com/2026/03/uu-to-present-a-royal-evening-with-brittany-broski-on-march-18/ True Crime Takes the Stage Source: Uncharted: Crime and Mayhem in the Music Industry @CuriouscastPodcasts https://www.ajournalofmusicalthings.com/announcing-my-live-podcast-performance-of-uncharted-crime-and-mayhem-in-the-music-industry-at-the-departure-music-conference/#google_vignette 540 Episodes and Still Rolling Source: @ClevelandMoto https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mOe5gZ0dJzc Punk Rock Meets the Podcast Stage Source: @meninblazers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KB0vxWDNvBI Podcast Interview…From the Side of the Highway Source: beefvegan and rock102.1kfma on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/p/DVO4KHiEv9T Host your show at Poduty: Curious about taking your own podcast live in front of an audience? Learn more about staging your own event at Poduty.com—no contracts, no minimum ticket sales, just real podcasting energy! Not ready for the stage but need help launching your Podcast? Try our fully done for you podcasting services. From start to finish, Jeff will help you bring your show to life! Check out our services and packages at: https://poduty.com/done-for-you-podcasting-services/ Leave Us a Review On Your Podcast App! If you enjoyed this episode of Poduty and the News, we’d love for you to leave us a review where ever you listen! Take a moment to share your thoughts—it helps others discover Poduty and makes our community even stronger. Thanks for listening and being part of the journey!