N.O.R.E., Crystal Renee Hayslett, and more podcasters have been added to the lineup for the 2026 Black Effect Podcast Festival.
On Thursday, March 12, The Breakfast Club's Charlamagne Tha God announced more additions to the lineup for the 2026 Black Effect Podcast Festival Presented by State Farm. Popular podcasts like Don't Call Me White Girl, Club 520 and Grits and Eggs Podcast were previously confirmed to appear at the fourth event on April 25th at Pullman Yards in Atlanta. Now, N.O.R.E. and DJ EFN's Drink Champs, Keep it Positive, Sweetie with Crystal Renee Hayslett, and Reality With The King hosted by Carlos King, will also be featured.
The day-long event will feature live podcast tapings from hit shows and panel discussions featuring voices including Tika Sumpter, KevOnStage, Cliff Worley, Carla Wilmaris, Bridget Todd, Carlos King and others. Fans in attendance will hear thought-provoking and informative panel discussions, including "AI: The Evolution and The Future," "The Gen-Z Movement and so much more.
Of course, Charlamagne Tha God will also join the festival and will host the event alongside DJ Envy of The Breakfast Club with Loren LoRosa of The Latest with Loren LoRosa.
"Each year we return to Atlanta with purpose and intention to amplify storytelling, champion community, and celebrate excellence in podcasting with thousands of our cousins from around the world," Charlamagne said about the event.
Tickets for the 2026 Black Effect Podcast Festival are on sale now. Go to blackeffect.com/podcastfestival for more information.