Best Showlighting Podcasts (2024)

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#240 - David Haskell from Gateway Studios 1:12:15

1d ago1:12:15

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David has been in the industry more than 40 years. He was President at Morris | Light & Sound, Integration before SoloTech acquired Morris. David is now the President of Business Development for Gateway Studios & Production Services (GSPS). Gateway Studios & Production Services offers turnkey production service solutions for the live music touring,…

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#239 - Jeff Cranfill from SES & Concert Stuff Group 1:46:12

2d ago1:46:12

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Jeff Founded Special Event Services in 1986 with Jim Brammer in Brammer’s Winston-Salem garage. SES is an industry leader in audio, lighting, video, design, staging, and live event production for businesses, religious organizations, and major recording artists. Since 1987 Jeff has provided scenic, show and lighting design for SES clients worldwide.…

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#238 - David Milly 1:52:27

8d ago1:52:27

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David sold his lighting business, TLS Inc to 4Wall back in 2012 and stayed on to work with the company for three years before taking a different approach to life. Now David is retired and manages some real estate and spends time renovating his current house with his wife DeAnn. They both did some community theater work and consulted on a few lighti…

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#237 - Glenn Roggeman, CEO of AED 1:34:02

9d ago1:34:02

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Glenn Roggeman is the CEO of The AED Group. He founded AED in Belgium in 1985 as a dry-hire rental company for lighting and sound equipment. Today, the AED group is a major player in the audio-visual market in Europe, employing more than 300 people in eight countries - Belgium, the Netherlands, Germany, France, United Kingdom, Italy and United Arab…

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#236 - Dan Braun 1:32:46

15d ago1:32:46

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Talk about career spans - Dan Braun started his legendary career path more than 45 years ago. In fact this year will mark Dan’s 30th year working with mega-act, Metallica where he remains their Show Director today - while delivering the best show he can to their massive audiences around the world. Longevity in this industry isn’t by accident, and D…

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#235 - Matthias Hinrichs 2:44:22

16d ago2:44:22

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Matthias Hinrichs is a Product designer and innovator. Specializing in the Obsidian Control Systems for Elation Professional. Matthias has a focus on user experience, usability and workflows to make complicated tasks easy and fun for the user. As a product manager for lighting control systems he was tasked to analyze the creative process of lightin…

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#234 - Richard Cadena 2:09:55

22d ago2:09:55

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Richard Cadena is an ETCP Recognized Trainer, an ETCP Certified Entertainment Electrician with over 36 years of experience in live event production. He is the author of several books, and the technical editor for Lighting and Sound America, Lighting and Sound International, and Protocol magazines. As a freelance lighting designer and lighting consu…

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#233 - Josh Allen / 3LR Design 2:02:31

23d ago2:02:31

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Josh Allen has been actively contributing to the lighting industry for more than thirty years. He held the position of principal consultant with Theatre Consultants Collaborative (TCC), where for over a decade, as member of the American Society of Theatre Consultants (ASTC), he consulted on the design of hundreds of performing arts venues throughou…

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#232 - Thomas Kubik / Tour Manager and FOH Engineer 1:43:23

1M ago1:43:23

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Thomas Kubik started his career 28 years ago and took the classic course from stagehand to behind the console and touring. He has been touring since 1999 with Euro and metal bands including InFlames, Nevermore, Arch Enemy, Fear Factory, Angra, Lacuna Coil, Moonspell and Chimaira. Thomas has been extremely lucky to travel to pretty much all continen…

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#231 - Mickey Curbishley 1:42:10

1M ago1:42:10

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We are very happy to have Mickey Curbishley back on the Podcast, the last time he was on the show was back in September 2019. You can listen to Mickey’s previous Podcast recording on Spotify episode #45 and hear all about how he got into the industry by selling t.shirts on tour with AC DC and his first Lighting Tour with Sir Elton. Stories from gro…

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#230 - Todd Spencer 1:56:48

1M ago1:56:48

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Todd’s career spans more than 25 years with firms varying in size from $1M to $3B in revenues, with over 18 years in executive leadership roles, working with both startups and established companies to guide strategic and operational growth, acquisitions, turn-arounds, and business sales. Really smart guy with a very patient and collaborative approa…

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#229 - Marian Sandberg 1:38:28

2M ago1:38:28

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Marian Sandberg Started doing PR for Jack Kelly/Group One in 1996 and barely left the industry since! Marian has diverse work experience spanning several industries and is currently the Vice President & Market Leader for LDI, DSE, and XLIVE at Questex. Prior to this, Marian worked at Informa from November 2016 to December 2019 as the Content Direct…

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#228 - Rocko Reedy 1:28:44

2M ago1:28:44

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Rocko was Stage Manager for 30 Years for U2, recently visiting The Sphere in Las Vegas where he saw the gig from FOH. The first time he had ever watched a U2 show from the front, as a punter, as a fan and looking at the band’s faces vs their backs! Rocko has retired from the road since 2019 but has continued making music. His most recent video was …

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#227 - Paul Streitz 1:51:05

2M ago1:51:05

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Paul established himself as an industry visionary, one of the early leaders in Fiber Optic lighting solutions and a go-to-source for high-tech, high-touch creative lighting solutions for, working with high profile jobs including the Grammy awards, Broadway shows and major concert tours. After selling his company in 2007, Paul reinvented himself as …

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#226 - Steven Creech Anderson 1:40:29

2M ago1:40:29

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Creech has been in the industry for over 40 years. Steven started as a stagehand in Dallas and then his first BIG tour was with Motley Crew in 1985. Stevens' career just kept on getting better and better, working with incredible artists such as Metallica, Scorpions, Rush, Elton John, Bob Seger and Aerosmith to name but a few. Now with Premier Globa…

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#225 - Jean Larivière 1:18:05

2M ago1:18:05

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Jean has been in the business since the 80s, starting in theater and clubs. He was able to work under the tutelage of his very first mentor, Jacques Tanguay. It was with Jacques that he learned all aspects of fixing, hauling, hanging, and designing lighting. Life began to change when Jean was invited to work at a major club in the Czech republic, w…

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#224 - Eric Wade 47:01

2M ago47:01

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Eric is the principal designer and creative director at Crossfade Design. He got his start in the industry at the ripe age of 14. His mom was a rock singer in the Dallas area and he would help in the lighting and sound booth at her shows. By 16, he was working for a lighting company, building dimmers and consoles from scratch, and renting his own e…

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#223 - Marsha Stern talks about almost 50 years "in the biz" 1:23:31

2M ago1:23:31

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Marsha Stern is an award-winning lighting designer, programmer, technician and production manager who’s career began in NYC in the music business and spans the NYC Nightclub and Special Events circuit from the late 70’s through the mid 90’s when she began to pioneer using automated lighting and entertainment technologies in architectural lighting d…

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#222 - Jim Digby and The Event Safety Alliance 1:50:38

3M ago1:50:38

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Jim has had a nearly four-decade journey in production and project management roles within the live entertainment and music touring industry has had him working alongside artists as diverse as Linkin Park, Hootie & the Blowfish, Back Street Boys, the Bolshoi Ballet, Phil Collins, and most recently helping to lead the delivery of entertainment mega-…

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#221 - Lighting Designer / Director - Matt Guminski 1:26:35

3M ago1:26:35

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Matthew is a Boston Massachusetts native and resident of Astoria New York. He's a Lighting / Production Designer, Lighting Director, Programer and owner of MG Lighting Design. Matt holds a BFA in Lighting Design from Boston University, and throughout his career, has worked for various styles and sizes of shows including Theatre, Dance, Industrial, …

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#220 - Tom Stimson - Business Coach, Consultant and life long AV Expert! 1:13:47

3M ago1:13:47

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Tom Stimson is a Business Advisor, Coach, and Speaker who works exclusively with hands-on owners and management teams that want to improve their decision-making and elevate their strategic thinking. His Intentional Success® framework has helped hundreds of companies remove the clutter of past decisions and focus on better goals with resolute effici…

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#219 - Jamie Mardis - CEO of Koffee Kult and former roadie / live events business owner 1:39:20

3M ago1:39:20

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Jamie cut his teeth in the automated lighting field, first as a touring lighting tech and programmer, later working directly for a couple of lighting manufacturers. He took a run on cruiseships, and finally decided he wanted to operate his own business. Jamie's business' including lighting, staging and generators but a new hobby and new passion, co…

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#218 - Geezers Of Gear 5 Year Anniversary 1:00:41

3M ago1:00:41

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Exactly 5 years ago today, I launched Geezers Of Gear with a mission. Myself and an employee who would serve as the co-host, would be two old guys (Geezers) talking about gear. Hence "Geezers Of Gear". But then, something happened. People immediately started reaching out saying "I wanna be on Geezers Of Gear - I am a Geezer". The geezer tag shifter…

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#217 - Emily Bornt - Lighting Designer and Director 1:18:23

3M ago1:18:23

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Emily Bornt is a lighting designer, currently living in Los Angeles. She started her career in New York as a lighting technician, and moved cross-country to pursue her love of lighting design for concerts. She has kept a diverse resume and list of clients. Recent projects include lighting design for Demi Lovato and Brandi Carlile, and lighting prog…

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#216 - Nick Whitehouse from Live Redesigned / Fireplay 56:19

3M ago56:19

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Nick and his company, currently being rebranded "Live Redesigned, formerly known as Fireplay - are innovators and leaders in the lighting and production design space. He's worked with Metallica, Coldplay, Carrie Underwood, Aerosmith, Billie Eilish, Justin Timberlake, Rihana, Beyonce and many more. This episode was brought to you by and .--- Send in…

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#215 - George Masek on 40 years in lighting, 35 years in automated lights 2:34:47

4M ago2:34:47

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George's career began in 1982 with his own "side hussle" while still going to school in his new hometown of Dallas Texas. Eventually, through a lot of hard work and chance meetings, George was able to land a gig at his only target, Varilite. He managed to turn that into a highly successful 22 year run with many roles and accomplishments, before mov…

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#214 - The Sponsors - talking about the industry - looking back and ahead to 2024 2:02:55

4M ago2:02:55

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A pretty great collection of interviews beginning with Eric Loader from , then Daniel Anderson, , Ben Saltzman, , Brad Nelms, and finally, Rick McKinney from . Each of them shared their thoughts on the year that just was, and of course, 2024 as well. Some great business insights here. And of course, we're filled with gratitude for these companies, …

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#213 - John Wiseman year end chat on the biz, his health and so much more 1:37:08

4M ago1:37:08

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John has built a career unlike many others in the lighting business. He's been at the top of his game, and the touring business for many many years, and continues to crush it today. It was a great chat with a few zingers! Brought to you by and .--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/geezersofgear/message…

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#212 - Rob Koenig - LD for Metallica, GnR, Lizzo and so many more 1:49:20

4M ago1:49:20

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Rob Koenig is a lighting Designer, programmer and director, with over 25 years of experience. Having worked his way up through the clubs in FL in the early and mid 90’s, to arenas and stadiums today. Rob works with artists such as Metallica, Lizzo, Guns N Roses, Eric Church, Cardi B, Billy Idol, Carrie Underwood to name a few. Rob is currently resi…

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#211 - Chris McMeen from Christie Lites - LDI Post Show discussion 1:19:18

4M ago1:19:18

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Chris has been around the industry in the Northeast USA for a long time now, and is one of the top lighting account exec's in the NY City area. He's worked tirelessly to build a great book of business and client list, and of course, knows where ALL the best sushi restaurants are hiding in the entire country! He was at LDI and shares a lot of those …

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#210 - Martin Thomas - LD, Production Manager and owner of Relentless Entertainment Design 2:24:25

5M ago2:24:25

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Martin is one of those guys, you find him pretty easy to like, and super easy to talk to. This was a very enjoyable podcast to record, and hopefully, a pretty great listen as well! This episode is brought to you by and .--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/geezersofgear/message…

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#209 - Welcome "The Producer" - Sarah Birnie joins Geezers Of Gear 55:55

5M ago55:55

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Geezers Of Gear is growing, and super excited to be adding a new team member in the role of Producer. And not just any old producer, but the one and only Sarah "Just Birnie" Birnie. With a history in both Formula One and Concert Touring, Sarah recently started her own social media influencer business from an island in Greece. Now, she's helping to …

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#208 - Michael Springer 1:22:22

5M ago1:22:22

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Michael is an Entertainment Specialist, Stage Manager, Stage Crew Member, Production Stage Manager, Production Manager, former Tour Manager and so much more. He has one of the most interesting backgrounds and stories we've heard! Be sure to check it out. Thank you to our sponsors, and .--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod…

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#207 - Bob Dickinson, the OG of televised event lighting 2:07:14

6M ago2:07:14

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Bob Dickinson is a television lighting designer. His career, spanning decades, has focussed on awards shows, music shows, game shows, talk shows, and special events, which make up his over 1500 on screen television credits. He's lit the Academy Awards for as long as I can remember, was the very first person to use moving lights on Television (Solid…

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#206 - Bob Harmon from Eggshell Lighting 1:31:26

6M ago1:31:26

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One of the hands down NICEST guys in the industry. You know you've made a mark in this industry when Bob approaches you at a tradeshow and hands you a bag of Hawaiian coffee. I am proud to say, I have been gifted numerous bags of coffee from Bob! He talks about the industry today, but also some great stories from the past, including how Eggshell Li…

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#205 - David Packouz - an International Arms Dealer depicted in War Dogs creates a sound brand 1:45:38

6M ago1:45:38

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Not many young men will lead a life of an international arms trader, have a hit movie made about them (War Dogs), close deals for as much as $300 million, then go on to start a successful audio brand, . David is an interesting guy and shares his story with us on Episode 205, brought to you by and .--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spo…

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#204 - Lighting Designer Lee Rose 1:25:58

7M ago1:25:58

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For over 50 years, Lee Rose has been designing lighting for television, film, music and theater. He began in theater in the late 60s, did his first rock and roll shows in the 70s, including Boston's first real tours, when he met his future business partner, Richard Ocean. He and Richard formed Ocean Rose & Associates in 1984 and ran that quite succ…

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#203 - Luke Meek - Author, Production Manager & FOH Engineer 1:18:41

8M ago1:18:41

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Luke began touring as a FOH engineer in 2005 then later, a production manager as well. He began writing a blog for the live production industry in 2019 which you can find . He then wrote and self published a book for aspiring tour and production managers called . When he's not touring or writing, Luke is a private pilot. This episode is brought to …

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#202 - Howie Zales... from Camera Man to Entrepreneur 1:12:19

8M ago1:12:19

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Howie Zales is an Emmy Award winning Camera Operator who turned his passion for television broadcasting into several entrepreneurial endeavors including a crew and staffing company, an early live-streaming business and an educational business teaching people broadcast, camera operation and more. A great discussion on the technical side of camera op…

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#201 - "Red" Rod Gibson has had an amazing career in touring and now on the vendor side 1:50:19

9M ago1:50:19

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It's impossible to have survived the 80s, 90s and even into the 2000s in the Touring Lighting business, without coming through with some stories. A really fun discussion with Red spanning from the 80s to today. This episode is sponsored by , and of course .--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/geezersofgear/message…

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#200 - Patrick Whalen checks in from Backstage Productions / Backstage Aerial 1:25:11

10M ago1:25:11

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My dear friend Patrick Whalen shares some (horror) stories from the road, updates on drones and so much more. I hope you enjoy our chat as much as I did! Brought to you by and--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/geezersofgear/messageBy Marcel Fairbairn

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#199 - Steve Lieberman fresh off the heels of EDC Vegas 1:24:05

11M ago1:24:05

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Not many LD's get to write their ticket. Doing things exactly as they want, staying in their lane. Steve has done that... and for a long time! And, he's a nice guy. Enjoy! Brought to you by and .--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/geezersofgear/messageBy Marcel Fairbairn

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#198 - Marshall Bissett - founder of TMB (and so much more!) 1:54:35

11M ago1:54:35

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An awesome guy, and with a ton of great stories to tell as well. Marshall saw the Beatles in 1963, did early gigs with The Eagles, Pink Floyd, Elton John and so many more. He founded TMB in the 80s, and ran it successfully until his departure in 2014. Of course Colin Waters continues to succeed with TMB today. This episode is brought to you by and …

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#197 - Han Henze discussed almost 50 years in the business 2:06:59

12M ago2:06:59

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Han started his career like so many, a guitar player in a high school band until one day, someone actually said "you know, you're just not very good". That's all he needed, he decided to do lighting instead! Since that time, he's grown into a career that carried him from working as a lighting tech, programmer, director and LD. He's been employed, w…

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#196 - Erik Eastland - President of All Access Staging 40:10

1y ago40:10

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Erik has been in the business more than 40 years, starting with Edgar Winter in the 70s, and more recently - the incredible Super Bowl Halftime show. He's a great guy with incredible stories, and although he had to cut this short for a birthday celebration, it was an enjoyable discussion. This episode was brought to you by our friends at .--- Send …

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#195 - Jim Marlowe... one of the godfathers of HD projection 58:45

1y ago58:45

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Jim was a very early proponent of Digital HD projection, he provided HD process images for the CBS series, “Hack” as well as having provided 3D HD projection for James Cameron’s “Expedition Bismarck” at the National Museum of Natural History. This episode was brought to you by .--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ge…

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#194 - Roland Greil on designing for Rammstein, The Stones, Adelle, Genesis and more 1:28:04

1y ago1:28:04

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Roland began his "career" with a passion for audio at 8 years old, and in his teens made the move to lighting. Since that time, he has worked hard to establish himself as a premier designer and programmer of all things lighting, with a focus on video as well. He now collaborates with Woodroffe Bassett Design on Genesis, The Stones, Rammstein, Adell…

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#193 - Jeremy Bridge from PK Sound talking Motorized Line Arrays 1:02:09

1y ago1:02:09

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Innovation is hard, it's expensive, and oftentimes it's thankless work. Jeremy named the company PK based on "Polar Kinetic" defined The radial directivity of a loudspeaker resulting from motion. It's not often you find a worldclass audio manufacturing in a mid-sized Canadian city like Calgary, but PK is genuinely world class. And Jeremy also has s…

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#192 - Brad, Marcel and Rane Renshaw go FULL GEARHEAD and discuss the Moving Light March Madness too! 47:18

1y ago47:18

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Rane has become a lighting influencer through a lot of hard work, dedication to helping folks, and some great ideas like his Moving Light March Madness tournament run on his Limelight Wired This is a fun discussion that was originally a GearHeads livestream as well. This podcast is brought to you today by .--- Send in a voice message: https://podca…

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#191 - Omar Colom with AV Educate 1:15:49

1y ago1:15:49

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Omar holds over a dozen certification and train the trainer certification in various disciplines in AV and also a second generation video engineer who is passionate about helping others achieve their educational goals. He’s also a decorated combat veteran of the U.S Army and a pretty fun conversationalist! This episode is brought to you by .--- Sen…

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