Head-to-head comparison
On Air Fest vs r/podcasting (Reddit)
Two of the resources tools podcasters reach for. Here's how they differ on pricing, features, audience, and the trade-offs that actually matter day-to-day.
Brooklyn audio festival mixing live tapings, performances, and industry conversations.
Best for: Creative craft festival
Reddit community for podcast creators sharing gear, edit, distribution, and growth questions.
Best for: Creator peer community
At a glance
The honest trade-offs
On Air Fest
Pros
- Strong creative programming and live tapings
- Three walkable Brooklyn venues
- Ambies awards now embedded in the weekend
Watch-outs
- Smaller than Podcast Movement
- Mostly NYC-centric attendees
- Public passes sell out quickly
r/podcasting (Reddit)
Pros
- Free and easy access
- Weekly episode-feedback threads
- Mix of beginners and experienced operators
Watch-outs
- Strict self-promotion rules
- Anonymous so credentials are unclear
- Quality of advice varies
Which one should you pick?
Pick On Air Fest if
You’re building around creative craft festival. Called the "Coachella of Podcasts" by Fast Company. Leans creative and editorial rather than ad-tech and sales.
Pick r/podcasting (Reddit) if
You’re building around creator peer community. Creators-not-listeners subreddit — questions about gear, editing, distribution, monetization. Reported member counts range from 165K to 200K depending on source.
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Frequently asked
What does On Air Fest do better than r/podcasting (Reddit)?
On Air Fest's standout is "Strong creative programming and live tapings". r/podcasting (Reddit) doesn't make that promise — it leans into "Free and easy access" instead. If the first sentence describes your workflow, pick On Air Fest; if the second does, pick r/podcasting (Reddit).
What are the trade-offs?
On Air Fest: smaller than podcast movement. r/podcasting (Reddit): strict self-promotion rules. Whether either matters depends entirely on what you actually need — neither is a deal-breaker by itself.
Can I use On Air Fest and r/podcasting (Reddit) together?
Both are resources tools so most teams pick one. Some workflows do combine them — for example, using On Air Fest for one show or episode type and r/podcasting (Reddit) for another. Worth trying both free tiers before committing.