Jeff Revila Wants to Fill Theatres with Live Podcasting — Here's How He's Doing It

Nicholas Kuhne
10 hours ago
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🎙️ From a Basement Dream to a Theatre of Voices

In this episode of From Startup to Wunderbrand, Nicholas Kuhne sits down with Jeff Revila, the founder of Poduty and the visionary behind the Infinite Seat Theater, to talk about redefining the podcasting experience. Forget bedroom recordings and solo audio drops—Jeff is building something far more immersive: a live, interactive podcasting space where creators and communities collide.

It started, like many great ideas, in a basement. Trapped indoors during the pandemic, Jeff began imagining what it would look like to transform the solitary act of podcasting into a shared event. He envisioned a space where podcasters could perform in front of a live audience, connect with fans, and build community, while simultaneously streaming to listeners around the world. The result? A revolutionary concept: the Infinite Seat Theater.

🎧 What Is Poduty? Live podcasting opportunities.

Poduty is not your average studio. It’s a live podcast venue based in Tarentum, Pennsylvania, built for creators who want to take their show to the next level. With a custom-designed stage, reclaimed church chairs, and a setup sourced from local auctions and Facebook Marketplace, Jeff has bootstrapped a legit, intimate venue for podcasters. And he’s not stopping there.

His vision? To help podcasters bridge the gap between their home studios and major venues like Madison Square Garden. Because right now, that middle space doesn’t really exist. Poduty is aiming to become that bridge.

🎯 Why This Matters

Jeff highlights an important insight: most podcasters never see or hear from their audience. There's a lack of real-time feedback, which makes it hard to know if you're connecting. His model changes that. Live podcasting introduces eye contact, laughter, applause, and post-show handshakes. That kind of interaction doesn’t just feed the ego—it fuels momentum, confidence, and creativity.

Oh, and there’s a real monetisation strategy too. Jeff doesn’t charge upfront fees to creators. Instead, they co-promote the show, split ticket sales 50/50, and Poduty handles the logistics: venue, production, ticketing, even pizza on some nights.

🔥 Building a Scene, Not Just a Studio

Jeff is creating more than a location. He’s fostering a movement. He compares it to skateboarding and punk rock: grassroots, DIY, and full of heart. You don’t need a big budget. You need vision, hustle, and maybe a few folding chairs from a church sale.

He sees a future where live podcast theatres pop up across the US and beyond, becoming as common as comedy clubs or music venues. With events like The Smokers Lounge, Pittsburgh Podcast Meetup, and Trivia Fundraisers, Poduty is already showcasing what that future looks like.

💡 Final Thoughts

If you’re a podcaster stuck in a rut or someone who wants to take your storytelling to a bigger stage, Poduty might be the model to follow—or even partner with. It’s low-risk, high-engagement, and built with creators in mind.

Jeff isn’t just building a business. He’s building the infrastructure for a new form of entertainment. One that is live, human, and just getting started.