About PodQuest

Welcome to PodQuest, an initiative by The Pod Network aimed at discovering and fostering new podcasting talent. Do you have a podcast idea that the world needs to hear? The winner will receive a podcast production package worth P1,000,000.00 including a fully-produced 12-episode season.

Before you enter, make sure you've thought through your podcast idea. Consider elements like format, target audience, unique selling points, and episode ideas.

Fill out the form below with as much detail as possible and click submit. You'll need to provide:

1. Podcast Title: Something catchy and relevant.
2. Podcast Genre: Specify your genre or category (e.g., true crime and mystery, business and entrepreneurship, comedy and entertainment, personal finance and investment, self-help and motivation, pop culture and media, health and wellness, technology and science, etc)
3. Podcast Description: Up to 500 words outlining the concept and content.
4. Target Audience: Describe who this podcast is for.
5. Episode Ideas: Share at least three potential episodes with brief summaries.
6. Format: Describe the format (e.g., interviews, storytelling, panel discussions).
7. Unique Selling Points: What sets your podcast apart?
8. Host(s): Briefly introduce any hosts or presenters you have in mind.

Note: Initial submissions do not require a recording.

Our expert panel will review all submissions and announce the top 5 on October 15, 2023 at the latest.

If you're among the top 5, you'll pitch your podcast idea live to our expert panel on October 20, 2023 at HEAR FOR IT, the first ever Philippine Podcast festival, happening on October 20 at Glorietta 2 Palm Drive Activity Center.

This is your chance to bring your podcast vision to life.

Judging Criteria

Our panelists, convened by The Pod Network, will evaluate entries based on originality, feasibility, audience engagement, and presentation skills.

Grand Prize Winner: A fully produced 12-episode podcast season. The podcast production package is valued at approximately P1,000,000.00 

The package will cover and include recording studio rental,  assigned producer, creation of show identity (sound imaging, marketing assets, show and brand visual identity), recording and production support, assistance in virtual recordings (if needed), in-person recordings at our studio, post production (audio cleaning and editing, distribution to all streaming platforms, etc). Note that this prize is not convertible to cash.

Runner-Ups: Although there's one main prize, the remaining finalists won't leave empty-handed. Stay tuned for details on additional perks and mentorship opportunities!

Application Deadline: October 10, 2023

Top 5 Announcement: October 15, 2023

Live Pitch Event at the "Hear for It" by Anima Podcasts: October 20, 2023