Elevated Eventures with David Sauers
Elevated Eventures with David Sauers
Podcast Description
Elevated Eventure is a podcast that dives into the world of festivals and events, featuring candid conversations with the planners, organizers, and visionaries who bring them to life. Hosted by David Sauers, co-founder of Royal Restrooms, this podcast explores the behind-the-scenes challenges, industry insights, and innovative ideas shaping the event landscape. Whether you’re an event professional or just love the magic of live experiences, join us as we uncover what it takes to create unforgettable moments.
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The podcast explores a range of themes including festival planning, cultural events, and innovative entertainment ideas, with episodes featuring discussions on breaking Guinness World Records, the cultural significance of kazoos, and the behind-the-scenes challenges of event organization, such as the story of Rick Hubbard and his quest to assemble the largest kazoo band at the International Cherry Blossom Festival.
Elevated Eventure is a podcast that dives into the world of festivals and events, featuring candid conversations with the planners, organizers, and visionaries who bring them to life. Hosted by David Sauers, co-founder of Royal Restrooms, this podcast explores the behind-the-scenes challenges, industry insights, and innovative ideas shaping the event landscape. Whether you’re an event professional or just love the magic of live experiences, join us as we uncover what it takes to create unforgettable moments.
“We wanted something different—anime, cosplay, video games, and a giant Box of Doom… and we made it happen.”
— Emily Zillweger, City of Marietta Special Events Coordinator
In Episode 7 of Elevated Eventure, host David Sauers sits down with Emily Zillweger, the visionary behind Marietta the Gathering—a free outdoor celebration of all things geek culture, right in the heart of Marietta, GA.
What started as a tribute to her brother’s love for Magic: The Gathering turned into a full-scale festival that brings together cosplayers, artists, anime fans, gamers, and local businesses for a totally unique city-wide experience. It’s not your average arts & crafts fair—it’s a creative, tech-forward, fandom-fueled block party.
Emily opens up about her background in hospitality and the arts, how her late mother inspired her creative courage, and why listening to your audience—and adapting to their passions—is key to building events that feel like home.
Marietta the Gathering is a free, fall event held in historic downtown Marietta, Georgia. Blending cosplay, anime art, gaming zones, and pop culture vendors, it offers a vibrant, inclusive alternative to the traditional festival. Highlights include the interactive “Box of Doom” prize challenge and themed collaborations with local businesses. Designed for all ages and fandoms, it’s a fresh celebration of creativity, community, and geek culture.
Website: mariettaparks.com
Social Media: @MariettaGAParksRec (Instagram, Facebook, etc.)
Contact: Emily Zillweger – [email protected]
Follow: @visitmariettaga for updates
Full episode now streaming – Link in bio
Connect with Emily Zillweger on LinkedIn for more behind-the-scenes event inspiration
Whether you’re into anime, event planning, or just love seeing new ideas take shape—this one’s for you.
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