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Upcoming PodCamp in Toronto

PodCamp - the New Media Community Unconference, is taking place in Toronto, Feb. 23-34, 2008. Having been to a few camp style events, I really look forward to going to this one. This is a free and open, community driven event, where anyone can present or just attend. As the website says:

"PodCamp isn't just about podcasting! If you're interested in blogging, social media, social networking, podcasting, video on the net, if you're a podsafe musician (or want to be), or just someone curious about new media, then please join us -- and bring a friend or colleague."

Visit the Toronto site to register, or visit the main site  for upcoming PodCamps in other cities.  Check out the Toronto sessions. There are over 300 folks registered so far for the Toronto event! 

A different kind of camp

I recently attended an AIMS (Association of Internet Marketing & Sales) event on podcasting.  It was an fantastic event. One of the speakers, Mitch Joel from Twist Image, gave one of the best presentations I have ever seen. After seeing his presentation, you realize how boring most of them are. It was engaging and he told a story. It made you want to do something!  When is the last time you saw a presentation that made you excited, and inspired you to do something! His podcast is called Six Pixels of Separation, and if you are interested in podcasting, check it out.

As well, I attended casecamp. It's an interesting concept, where creative people get together and present case studies.  It was also very interesting, and it is open to everyone and free.

Another related event is PodCamp.  The Toronto one is coming up on February 24-25, 2007 @ Ryerson University. Visit PodCamp Toronto for more information, and you guessed it, it is free and open.

UPDATE: PodCamp Toronto is taking place again in 2008, the dates are Feb. 23-24.  Don't live near Toronto? Don't panic just yet, visit PodCamp to see if one is planned in a city closer to you.