Henley is thrilled to welcome the HoT Podcast Festival: an exciting, fresh-to-the-town live podcast celebration coming to the iconic Kenton Theatre this February 2026. Over three unforgettable nights, this festival brings podcasts out of your earbuds and onto the stage. Creating magical shared moments of storytelling, laughter, insight and inspiration.
What makes this festival extra special? It’s the energy, enthusiasm and community spirit behind it. Organisers and Shiplake residents, Hattie Sanderson and Georgie Parvin, have poured their passion into creating something that feels truly inclusive and uplifting – something worth supporting as it grows into a Henley favourite on the events calendar.
Three Nights, Three Live Podcast Experiences
Wednesday 11 Feb – Travel Secrets with Tanya Rose
Kick off with wanderlust and wit! Host Tanya Rose is joined by guests including Christopher Biggins, local legends Simon Williams and Lucy Fleming, and more. They’ll share travel tips, hilarious stories, and globe-spanning anecdotes – all captured live.
Thursday 12 Feb – Made By Mammas – Mums Night Out
Perfect for a lively Saturday-style night out … on a Thursday! Broadcasters Zoe Hardman and Georgia Dayton take their award-winning parenting podcast to the stage. Expect open conversations about modern family life, social media, fashion, and authentic laughs – ideal for friends, parents, an ideal girls night out.
Friday 13 Feb – The Eternal Optimist: Seas Life
Adventure takes the spotlight in this first-ever live recording with former England rugby star Ollie Phillips and co-host Sophie Storm Roberts. They’ll be joined by extreme explorers onstage to share stories of grit, endurance, resilience and what it really takes to push beyond limits.
Why the HoT Podcast Festival Should Be on Your Henley Calendar
Whether you’re after:
- A fun night out with friends or family,
- Something different to spark your curiosity,
- Or a weekend of inspiring, entertaining live shows,
the HoT Podcast Festival delivers something for everyone. With local flavour, big personalities and storytellers you’ll want to meet in person, this is the kind of event Henley was made for and one that we hope will be back year after year.
Kenton Theatre, Henley-on-Thames
11–13 February 2026 – Tickets on sale now!
