In this episode, I’m back after a couple weeks away with a big life update and an inside look at Whippersnap 2026!

I’m recording all the way from my new home base at Berkshire Lake Campground in Ohio and sharing some personal changes, while also announcing exciting plans for more live streams and festival content coming your way. Then, I welcome Shane LaVigne and Dylan Conway, the masterminds behind Whippersnap, to preview what’s in store for the upcoming season at Florida Sand Music Ranch. We dive into how they bring this nonprofit venue to life with top-tier lighting, diverse activities for families, creative art installations, and a music lineup that’s truly next level.

Shane and Dylan talk through the unique vibe of Whippersnap, the challenges and fun of moving the festival from Illinois to Florida, and how they’re creating a festival experience that’s as much about the culture and community as it is the music. We discuss the incredible production value, their approach to camping options (including VIP RV setups), accessibility for families, and the importance of making everyone feel at home. If you want to get the inside scoop on one of Florida’s best music and arts festivals, plus a little peek behind the scenes at how it all comes together, you won’t want to miss this episode!

You're going to get something out of this episode, I promise. 🫠

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In this episode of the Music Festivals Podcast, I sit down with Nausheen Punjani, the COO and Co-Founder of Eventeny, a thriving music festival management software company, to talk about how technology is changing the game for festival promoters and organizers.

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If you’re a festival promoter, you know how chaotic talent management can be. Eventeny’s Program Management pulls it all together — from multi-stage schedules and meet-and-greets to international travel tracking and VIP experiences. And while you’re organizing backstage, Eventeny is also showcasing your lineup and experiences to fans, boosting ticket sales. Smarter tools, less stress

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Nausheen shares the inspiring story of how she moved from a career in public health to co-found a company with her husband around their passion for events. We also take a look at how Eventeny’s platform streamlines everything from stage schedules and artist travel to contracts and rider management, making life easier for festival teams of any size.

Throughout our chat, Nausheen explains how their all-in-one software can cut down on chaotic lines, prevent day-of mix-ups, and provide a smoother experience for festival attendees, staff, and vendors alike. Plus, we talk about the importance of real-time analytics, improving volunteer coordination, and some of the exciting new features their program management tool brings for music festivals.

Whether you’re a promoter, organizer, or just passionate about the behind-the-scenes side of festivals, this episode offers some real-world solutions for making festivals less stressful and a lot more fun for everyone involved.

You're going to get something out of this episode, I promise. 🫠

In this episode of the Music Festivals Podcast, I take you on a full recap of Lazy Jam #7, a truly intimate gathering held at Lazy Acre Farms in Hartsville, Indiana.

Get to know the beautifully maintained grounds, the warm sense of community, and all the little things that make this festival standout—from the incredible friendliness of the crowd to the range of family-friendly activities, vendors, food trucks, and even how dog-friendly the event was (shout out to my German Shepherd, Angus).

I also run through the amazing lineup from this year's festival, including memorable performances from Tape Deck, Austin and The Syd Experience, Magnolia Boulevard, Almond Butter Band, Tand, Hot Like Mars and headliners Ekoostik Hookah.

Tune in for my personal highlights from jam sessions around the fire, unique musical moments, and behind-the-scenes contributions that made the weekend special.

You're going to like this episode, I promise. 🫠

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Quick shoutout to today’s sponsor — Eventeny. If you’re a festival promoter, you know how chaotic talent management can be. Eventeny’s Program Management pulls it all together — from multi-stage schedules and meet-and-greets to international travel tracking and VIP experiences. And while you’re organizing backstage, Eventeny is also showcasing your lineup and experiences to fans, boosting ticket sales. Smarter tools, less stress — check them out at eventeny.com and schedule a demo today!

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KEY MOMENTS ⏯️

00:00 This Episode is Brought to you by Eventeny

03:47 Meet the Lazy Jam's Community

05:31 Tape Deck

9:50 Austin & the Syd Experience

14:34 Magnolia Boulevard

19:13 Almond Butter Band

24:32 Jay's Dream: Ekoostik Hookah Plays at Lazy Acres

30:48 Newsletter Sign-Up for Festival Updates

28:28 Shout Outs

31:40 Up Next Week

33:16 Remembering Jay DeSpain

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Production Credits 🙏

Music Festivals Podcast is a Production of NRMedia Group, LLC

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