# Event Details - **Event Name**: Mississippi Black Creators Podcast Summit - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 18 Jul, 2026 at 09:30 am – Sat, 18 Jul, 2026 at 04:00 pm - **Event Description**: Join us for a full day for podcasters, content creators, athletes, and storytellers to learn, network, and grow.About this Event? Mississippi Black Creators Podcast SummitVIP Access – $55Includes:• Preferred seating• Early networking access with speakers• Creator networking opportunitiesGeneral Admission – $30Includes:• Full access to all sessions• Panel discussions• Networking opportunities⚡ Promo tickets are available through participating podcasts and panelists while supplies last.? Event DetailsDate: July 18, 2026Location: Oxford, Mississippi(Venue details will be provided to registered attendees)Hosted ByHoops and Headspace PodcastA platform where sports and mental health conversations intersect.Hosted by: Hoops and Headspace PodcastThe Mississippi Black Creators Podcast Summit is a one-day event designed to bring together podcasters, content creators, storytellers, and entrepreneurs from across Mississippi to learn, network, and grow their platforms.Whether you're thinking about starting a podcast, building a social media presence, or learning how creators monetize their content, this summit will give you real insight from active creators doing the work right now.Attendees will hear directly from podcast hosts who have built audiences and are navigating the world of content creation, storytelling, and digital monetization.? What You’ll LearnPodcasting 101Hosted by The Be Different PodcastLearn the fundamentals of starting and running a podcast including:• Choosing your niche• Basic equipment and setup• Recording and publishing episodesContent & StorytellingHosted by Peddric “Just Cat” Gathings PodcastLearn how to create content that connects with audiences:• Developing your voice• Interviewing guests• Creating engaging clips and social media contentCreator Panel + Live DiscussionHear from multiple creators during an open conversation about:• Growing an audience• Staying consistent• Overcoming creative challenges? Networking OpportunitiesThe summit also includes time to connect with:• Podcasters• Content creators• Local media professionals• Entrepreneurs and creatives? Ticket OptionsIf you're looking to collaborate, learn, or build your platform, this is the place to start. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/0db29970-7f91-11f1-957f-f1f06462340d-rimg-w416-h740-dcec5f07-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/0df2d6c0-7f91-11f1-8a8c-3fe57d70e589-rimg-w572-h740-dcff751f-gmir.jpg https://youtu.be/ijCTAqHryn4?si=HwkYa0oOQpR-zARkhttps://youtu.be/ZZ0EHLyd6Vk?si=xd5H9ctBn5qCpcmEhttps://youtu.be/kSEtrWD6djchttps://youtu.be/0fAB2nmDjIEhttps://youtu.be/uf3mb1vYJJA?si=_Pl3EZkivMsaaZcFhttps://youtu.be/yTTYGXb7Uoo?si=kYyj8SC56ITOQd8tSummit Agenda?: 09:00 AM - 09:30 AMRegistration & Vendor Lobby OpenInfo: Attendees check-in and Vendors set up tables in lobby?: 09:30 AM - 10:45 AMPodcasting 101:Host: The Be Different PodcastInfo: How to start a podcast, Equipment basics, Recording Tips?: 11:00 AM - 12:15 PMContent & Storytelling WorkshopHost: Peddric "Just Cat" GathingsInfo: Finding your niche, Interviewing guests, Creating Viral Clips?: 12:15 PM - 01:00 PMLunch & NetworkingInfo: Attendees interact with vendors in lobby?: 01:30 PM - 03:00 PMLive Panel Recording/DemoHost: Hoops and Headspace PodcastInfo: Live interview with panel in front of attendees, Behind-the-scenes demo:setup, recording, and workflow?: 03:00 AM - 04:00 PMClosing & Networking/ Vendor TimeInfo: Attendees meet panelist one-on-one, Vendors continue engagement in lobby, Collect feedback/Share social handles for ongoing connectionLive Recording Demo?: 02:30 PM - 03:45 PMLive Panel Discussion RecordingHost: Hoops and Headspace PodcastInfo: This isn’t just a panel — it’s a community conversation. Join Hoops and Headspace as we bring together leaders with different perspectives but one shared mission: developing people beyond the game. Panelists • Rico McDonald — Coach, mentor, and leader shaping athletes through discipline, character, and resilience • Rolanda Tipler — Championship coach focused on confidence, accountability, and culture • Leslie McDonald Watts — Nutrition & wellness coach connecting mental clarity to performance • Hunter Givens — Sports writer & mental health advocate highlighting pressure, burnout, and athlete wellbeing ️ Moderator: Brittany Rose Together, they’ll unpack: ✔️ Mental health in youth sports ✔️ Leadership beyond wins and losses ✔️ Parenting, pressure, and purpose ✔️ Life lessons athletes carry forever - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/oxford/mississippi-black-creators-podcast-summit/100001985146137536 - **Event Categories**: business, sports, health-wellness, mental-health, storytelling, workshops, art, literary-art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - door_time: 2026-07-18T14:00:00Z - Duration: 6 hours 30 minutes - Location: Oxford Conference Center - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 33.85, max: 60.54, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Oxford - **state**: MS - **country**: United States - **location**: Oxford Conference Center - **lat**: 34.3659868 - **long**: -89.5188246 - **full address**: Oxford Conference Center, Ballroom A, Oxford, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Mississippi Black Creators Podcast Summit - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/dd0bf3e0f73caed6e4b779c0f044aa2dea51de1e8181c8876da5a1e16fed5edb-rimg-w1080-h1920-dceb5f06-gmir.jpg?v=1773433355 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Mississippi Black Creators Podcast Summit being held? - **A:** Mississippi Black Creators Podcast Summit takes place on Sat, 18 Jul, 2026 at 09:30 am to Sat, 18 Jul, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Oxford Conference Center, Ballroom A, Oxford, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Mississippi Black Creators Podcast Summit? - **A:** Mississippi Black Creators Podcast Summit is organized by Hoops and Headspace Podcast. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Mississippi Black Creators Podcast Summit is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Oxford, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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