Conal Byrne

Conal Byrne, CEO of iHeartMedia’s digital audio group, leads the charge in the evolving podcast landscape. He discusses his unconventional strategies that prioritize audience reach over subscriptions, leveraging traditional radio for podcast promotion. Conal also highlights innovative advertising techniques and collaborations with big-name creators like Will Ferrell and Shonda Rhimes. He dives into the unique challenges of ownership and monetization in a decentralized medium, all while fostering a supportive space for diverse creators.