The 4th Online International Podcasting Expo is now accepting submissions for audio/visual presentations for its April 18-19, 2008 free event. Seminars may cover beginning or advanced podcasting topics, but must clearly present easily applicable concepts and instructions relevant to entrepreneurs, web professionals, educators, non-profits, marketers and hobbyists. Seminar presenters will each be featured in the International Podcasting Expo Podcast and blog, including their bio, business links, and main products and/or services.

Prospective speakers must submit a full outline of their presentation, along with links to online visuals, or a basic Powerpoint presentation (no transitions). Speakers must also have a computer headset microphone and a webcam. Deadline for public submissions is November 30, 2007.

Current topics and speakers include Leesa Barnes - “Podcasting for Profit”, Kim Bloomer - “How to Get Sponsors Who Don’t ‘GET’ Podcasting”, Dr. Peter Beck - “What Medical Professionals Can Gain From Podcasting”, George Smyth - “How To Find Music To Play In Your Podcast”, Penny Haynes - “Recording, Editing and Mixing with WavePad & MixPad (free software included)”, and Shelly Brisbin, Editor-In-Chief of Blogger & Podcaster Magazine will lead an advanced discussion about “‘Cliques’ in the Podcasting Community & ‘Scary’ New Media Language”.

For more information, check out the official announcement in TransWorldNews or contact Penny Haynes: penny@1stpod.com.