Best Stagelightingdesignarchitecturalcomedy Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 382 - "Dance, Music, and Light - Our Conversation with Brandon Stirling Baker" 44:02

3h ago44:02

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In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers and Sister interview Broadway lighting designer Brandon Stirling Baker. Join Brandon, Ellen, Stan, and David as they pontificate about: Brandon’s journey to Dance Lighting; The life and journey of “Illinoise”; The lighting and camera process of preparing your show for the Tony broadcast; The Journey…

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LIGHT TALK Episode 381 - "Pure Joy - Our Conversation with Brian MacDevitt and Nick Solyom" 57:05

1d ago57:05

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In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brother and Sister interview Broadway designers Brian MacDevitt and Nick Solyom. Join Brian, Nick, Ellen, and David as they pontificate about: Bryan and Nick's working process; Lighting "The Outsiders"; People vs. scenery vs. effects... Finding the correct color temperature; Getting lighting notes from Ray C…

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LIGHT TALK Episode 380 - "Ocean Views - Our Tribute to Bill Klages" 50:54

16h ago50:54

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In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers (and Sister!), along with designers John Gresch, Jeff Ravitz, and Dennis Size, pay tribute to Broadcast Lighting Legend Bill Klages. Join Ellen, John, Jeff, Dennis, Brackley, and Steve as they discuss the amazing career of Bill Klages. From his early career as a lighting technician to his many telev…

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LIGHT TALK Episode 379 - "Stinky Shoes" 39:19

7d ago39:19

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In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers (and Sister!) discuss everything from Building and Destroying Your Reputation, to "You Can Take That Sock to the Grave With You". Join Ellen, Stan, and Steve as they pontificate about: Latest Carribean hurricane news; SGM egress protective fixtures; "My feet are killing me!"; Darn Tuff; Replacing in…

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LIGHT TALK Episode 378 - "An Outlaw Solution" 47:07

14d ago47:07

47:07

In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers discuss everything from Finding Qualified Technology Teachers to Sipping Buffalo Milk on the Bay. Join Steve, Stan, and David as they pontificate about: How to critique lighting designs; Controlling lighting systems remotely; How to integrate lights that can't be dimmed into a lighting design; Ken B…

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LIGHT TALK Episode 377 - "This Ain't Football!, It's the Tony Awards!" 1:01:35

22d ago1:01:35

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In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers (and Sister!) meet for a roundtable discussion on this year's Tony Awards and Design Software Subscriptions. Join Ellen, Zak, Stan, and David as they pontificate about: Happy Birthday, Stan!; So much video during this year's Tony Awards show... so where are the Projection and Video categories?; Spor…

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LIGHT TALK Episode 376 - "Jump Into the Deep End and Go, Baby!" 46:23

1M ago46:23

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In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers talk about everything from IOS 18 to "Stable Confusion". Join Steve, Stan, and David as they pontificate about: How to get started with Artificial Intelligence; Bob Boniol's AI Generative Art Webinar; Midjourney, DALI, Sora, and all the toys; It's all about the prompt; The evolution of us; Our unful…

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LIGHT TALK Episode 375 - "The Myth of One Person Doing it All - Our Discussion with David Bengali" 49:02

1M ago49:02

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In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers (and SISTER!) interview Projections and Video Designer David Bengali. Join David, Ellen, Steve, and Zak as they pontificate about: David's journey from Lighting Designer to Projections Designer; Should projections and video designers have their own Tony nominations category?; The baggage that comes …

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LIGHT TALK Episode 374 - "Two Tons of Nothin'" 42:39

2M ago42:39

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In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers talk about everything from Disasterous Wedding Lighting to Rock Lobsters. Join Steve, Stan, and David as they pontificate about: "Please... someone turn on the Lights!"; Non-performers' aversion to stage lighting; "State of the Art Technology" ideas for new magnate high schools; Digital scenery vs. …

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LIGHT TALK Episode 373 - "The Mouse in the House" 34:25

2M ago34:25

34:25

In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers (and SISTER!) talk about everything from How to Become Famous to Baby Reindeer. Join Ellen, Brackley, Steve, Stan, and David as they pontificate about: Is it possible to get an even distribution of haze?; "There is a fine line between stupid and genius"; Advantages of using a performer tracking syst…

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LIGHT TALK Episode 372 - "It's All About the Show..." 56:49

2M ago56:49

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In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers (and Sister!) talk about everything from Apple AI to Getting Sacked From a Show. Join Ellen, Zak, and David as they pontificate about: The new iPad Pros with Tandem OLED; The Sphere and Holoplot; Volume vs. Clarity; Choosing the best video resolution to use when your projection surfaces are very clo…

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LIGHT TALK Episode 371 - "Birds Eye" 42:36

3M ago42:36

42:36

In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers talk about everything from Recognizing Video and Projection Designers to "Deinstitutionalizing". Join Brackley, Stan, David, and Steve as they pontificate about: Celebrating Brothers Brackley's and Stan's retirement; Wendall Harrington's Tony; How to create a fire effect without burning down the the…

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LIGHT TALK Episode 370 - "Things That Happen in The Greenroom" 48:36

3M ago48:36

48:36

In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers talk about everything from Miss Bucknell to Latin Club Parties. Join Stan, David, and Steve as they pontificate about: Stan's Right of First Refusal; Forming a high school theatre club; Transfering your show's lighting data from one controller to another; The Husky 2000; DMX Adaptors; The Abbie Hoff…

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LIGHT TALK Episode 369 - "The Phish That Got Away" 52:13

3M ago52:13

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In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers (and SISTER!) talk about everything from Heathkit Light Organs to Exploding Old Cars. Join Ellen, Stan, David, and Steve as they pontificate about: Phish at The Sphere; Davids' Undergrad Reunion; The University of Miami's new theatre building; Out of control tuition costs; The good people at LunaLUX…

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LIGHT TALK Episode 368 - "Piano Ma..." 55:56

3M ago55:56

55:56

In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brother (and SISTER!) talk about everything from Stan's Retirement Plans to How Business is Done. Join Ellen, and Steve as they pontificate about: Billy Joel's abbreviated "Piano Man"; Steve Cohen's generosity; What to buy for $50,000; The history of the "LEKO"; How to find multiple sources of lighting incom…

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LIGHT TALK Episode 367 - "A Wasteland of Unhappiness" 46:48

4M ago46:48

46:48

In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers talk about everything from Stan's Retirement Plans to How Business is Done. Join Steve, Stan, and David as they pontificate about: Vectorworks raises their prices again; Loyalty and Integrity; How long should you keep your lighting records; "Stan the Man Sentimental Kaye"; The importance of archivin…

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LIGHT TALK Episode 366 - "Do The Right Thing" 49:42

4M ago49:42

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In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers (and SISTER) talk about everything from Enjoying Our 7th Anniversary After-Glow to "Jacqu-e-fied". Join Ellen, Stan, and David as they pontificate about: Reflecting on last week's Anniversary Show; How to save for retirement when you work in the theatre; How to become a millionaire with a penny; "Ti…

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LIGHT TALK Episode 365 - "Craving Human Art - Our 7th Anniversary Extravaganza!" 1:17:50

4M ago1:17:50

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In this special video episode of LIGHT TALK (After Dark), The Lumen Brothers (and Sister!) along with our distinguished panel of: Anne Militello, Bob Boniol, Bob Barnhart, Dennis Size, and Josh White, celebrate the 7th Anniversary of LIGHT TALK. Join Anne, Ellen, Bob., Dennis, Josh, Bob, Josh, Steve, Brackley, Zak, Solly, Stan, and David as they po…

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LIGHT TALK Episode 364 - "Walking Into the Ocean... A Conversation with John and Hailey Featherstone" 1:05:13

4M ago1:05:13

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In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers (and Sister!) interview Lighting Designers John and Hailey Featherstone. Join Hailey, John, Brackley, Ellen and Steve as they pontificate about: From musician to designer, John's start in Rock; Working with Johnny Marr and The Smiths; Life and career changes; Creating "Lightswitch"; Making it Safe t…

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LIGHT TALK Episode 363 - "A Well-Lit Turd" 47:21

4M ago47:21

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In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers (and SISTER) talk about everything from Woodstock Followspots to our 7th Anniversary Plans. Join Ellen, Steve, and David as they pontificate about: Anniversary math; Self help books; Lighting a show with only followspots; What assistants should not say, and when not to say it!; "Stagehand Terminolog…

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LIGHT TALK Episode 362 - "The Taste of Fresh Turned Earth" 55:07

5M ago55:07

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In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers talk about everything from How Much Profit Can You Make on a Design, to The Drunks in Club Dada. Join Steve, Stan, and David as they pontificate about: The Circle of Light Talk; Stan's new Tesla; "Projection Mania Chaos"; How much profit can you hope to make from a design fee?; How much of the origi…

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LIGHT TALK Episode 361 - "Self-Absorbed Cretins" 37:30

5M ago37:30

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In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers (and Sister) talk about everything from Artistic Limitations to Baseball Stadiums in Casinos. Join Ellen, Brackley, and David as they pontificate about: Baseball moving to Vegas; Ways to Control LED Pixels via DMX; Lighting considerations for Sensory Friendly Performances; How many light cues should…

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LIGHT TALK Episode 360 - "Flash and Trash in My Car!" 47:47

5M ago47:47

47:47

In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers (and Sisters) welcome guest co-host Jacqui Thomassen to the show. The Brothers and Sisters talk about everything from The Superbowl Halftime Show to Saving the Iguanas. Join Jacqui, Ellen, Stan, and David as they pontificate about: The status of "Spot"; Our Superbowl Halftime Show review; PixMob bra…

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LIGHT TALK Episode 359 - "The Fourth Paradigm - A Conversation with Michael Chybowski" 53:17

5M ago53:17

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In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers (and Sister!) interview Lighting Designer and Author, Michael Chybowski. Join Michael, Ellen and Steve as they pontificate about: From Math to Light; The "Polar Route"; Sage Advice from Pat Collins; "Going on the Bus" with Lauri Anderson; Visualizing the Essence of the Music; Design Processes for Li…

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LIGHT TALK Episode 358 - "The Safety of Dimness" 48:11

6M ago48:11

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In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers talk about everything from Old Eyes to Timid Lighting. Join Stan, Steve, and David as they pontificate about: Stan's discovery of a new chapter of life; Letters about Hash; Having a hard time talking to people at production meetings; Good books and advice regarding starting your business; Dealing wi…

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LIGHT TALK Episode 357 - "HMI's in Grids and Short-Yoking... Our Conversation with Andrew Sullivan" 39:36

6M ago39:36

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In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers interview IATSE Production Electrician for The Guthrie Theater, Andrew Sullivan. Join Andrew, Brackley, Steve, and David as they pontificate about: Brackley's "Lively" URTA Report; How to become a Production Electrician; The responsibilities of a Production Electrician; The difference between Stage,…

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LIGHT TALK Episode 356 - "A Part of Something Magical... Our Discussion with Bryan Hartley" 53:55

6M ago53:55

53:55

In this episode of LIGHT TALK (After Dark), The Lumen Brothers (and Sister!) talk with Production and Lighting Designer, Bryan Hartley. Join Bryan, Ellen, Steve, and David as they pontificate about: Fun tour stories with Deep Purple and Kiss; Knowing the Statutes of Limitation; Bryan's early days as a rock musician and lighting designer; Working in…

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LIGHT TALK Episode 355 - "Answering Bethany's Letter - Special URTA Preparation Episode" 51:10

6M ago51:10

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In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers (and Sister!) talk about how to prepare for, and what to expect at your URTA interview. Join Ellen, Steve, and David as they pontificate about: Sad football days in Dallas; Everything you wanted to know about preparing for your interview; Showing process work in your presentation; Transfering your p…

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LIGHT TALK Episode 354 - "The Grande Dame of Lighting Design" 52:45

7M ago52:45

52:45

In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers (and Sister!) talk about everything from Weather Reports, to Remembering Tharon. Join Ellen, Steve, and David as they pontificate about: David's Florida visit; Ellen's systern; "Speed Bump"; Is it important to learn how to program to be a Lighting Designer?; The color of limelight; Why the Green Roo…

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LIGHT TALK Episode 353 - "Forklift Jousting" 47:45

7M ago47:45

47:45

In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers (and Sister!) talk about everything from What to do in Long Beach, to Forklift Jousting. Join Ellen, Steve, and Stan as they pontificate about: The LIve Production Summit; NAMM; The "My MixBook"ap from Rosco; Integrating theatrical daylight and shifting natural daylight levels; "Pharos LPC", "Mosaic…

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LIGHT TALK Episode 352 - "Strive Overdrive" 45:12

7M ago45:12

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In this episode of LIGHT TALK with The Lumen Brothers talk about everything from Steve's Christmas Pillow to Nuclear Fusion Kits. Join Steve, Stan, and David as they pontificate about: Coal in their stockings; Home proctology kits; U2 concert video; Who will be able to fill The Sphere?; Suffering from spacial disorientation while using Vectorworks;…

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LIGHT TALK Episode 351 - "Finding the Creative Synergy - A Conversation with Willie Williams" 1:01:28

7M ago1:01:28

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In this episode of LIGHT TALK, the Lumen Brothers (and Sister!) welcome special holiday guest Willie Williams, Creative Director for U2, to the show. They discuss everything from designing "U2:UV Achtung Baby LIVE at Sphere in Las Vegas", to Stalking for Clients. Join Willie, Ellen, Zak, and David as they pontificate about: Getting started during t…

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LIGHT TALK Episode 350 - "Light and Life - Celebrating the Life of Richard Pilbrow" 45:50

7M ago45:50

45:50

In this episode of LIGHT TALK with The Lumen Brothers talk about everything from Thoughts About LDI to The Wonderful Life of Richard Pilbrow. Join Steve, Brackley, and David as they pontificate about: David's final class; Post LDI comments; Haze... What haze?; Things we liked on the Expo Floor; Who had the best demo show?; The Robe Footsie Footligh…

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LIGHT TALK Episode 349 - "Madness in Las Vegas - Our 6th Annual Light Talk Live Podcast from LDI" 40:53

8M ago40:53

40:53

In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers (and Sister) present their 6th Annual LIGHT TALK LIVE show from LDI! The Lumen Family talks about everything from Dependable Consoles to Stiff Taxidermized Animals from Stan's Back Yard. Join Ellen, Steve, Brackley, Zak, Stan, Snoot, and David as they pontificate about: Semi-Serious Shenanigans; Why…

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LIGHT TALK Episode 348 - "Blind Dimwits" 37:25

8M ago37:25

37:25

In this episode of LIGHT TALK with The Lumen Brothers talk about everything from Breakfast at The Circle Bar, to Brackley's Hot Tub. Join Steve, Brackley, and David as they pontificate about: LDI weather report; First things to look for at LDI; Who will have the best product demo light show?; What will make your portfolio stand out at the portfolio…

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LIGHT TALK Episode 347 - "Little Monkey Booties" 51:27

8M ago51:27

51:27

In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers talk about everything from Great Assistants to Monkey Bidets. Join Steve, Stan, and David as they pontificate about: Cherubin update; A shout-out to great assistants; Another discontinued university theatre program; Cool at the Kia dealership; LDI Light Talk surprises; Resolving student conflicts; "…

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LIGHT TALK Episode 346 - "Tried and True Spotlight Excuses - Conversation with June Abernathy" 54:53

8M ago54:53

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In this episode of LIGHT TALK, the Lumen Brothers (and Sister!) discuss working with followspots with Follospot Lead, June Abernathy. Join June, Ellen, Stan, and Brackley, as they pontificate about: Starting in "The Circus"; On the road with The Lion King; Dealing with local crews; Picking up the correct girl on "Six"; Adjusting color for fleshtone…

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LIGHT TALK Episode 345 - "The Best of Light Talk - Episode 193 - The Black Hole of Chaos" 50:47

9M ago50:47

50:47

In this "Best of LIGHT TALK" episode from Dec 11, 2020, The Lumen Brothers talk about everything from Packing Trucks to "The Fire of Desire". Join Steve, Stan, and David as they pontificate about: Stan's Finances; David's Lighting for Opera Webinar; 2024 Olympics update; Break Dancing and Surfing; How to keep a crew focused and be in control; Crew …

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LIGHT TALK Episode 344 - "Welcome to Our Nightmares!" - A Special Halloween Episode 48:16

9M ago48:16

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In this episode of LIGHT TALK, the Lumen Brothers discuss truly frightening THEATRE HORROR STORIES that actually happened to them! Join David and Zak as they pontificate about: Zak's Ambassadorship; Deluge Curtains; The Burt Reynolds Dinner Theatre's Cursed Mini-Light Palette; The Mystery of the Broadway Light Cue Dump; Lighting Skulls from a Bosun…

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LIGHT TALK Episode 343 - "Shrinking Down the Sphere - A Conversation with David Henry" 42:50

9M ago42:50

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In this episode of LIGHT TALK, the Lumen Brothers (and Sister!) discuss budget lighting equipment with President of Learn Stage Lighting, David Henry. Join David, Ellen, Steve, and David, as they pontificate about: The genesis of Learn Stage Lighting; What makes a Budget Light a Budget Light?; Are there "typical" packages of lighting equipment?; Ho…

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LIGHT TALK Episode 342 - "The Butter Stick" 50:29

9M ago50:29

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In this episode of LIGHT TALK, the Lumen Brothers (and Sister!) discuss everything from MIdJourney to Cold Las Vegas Nights. Join Ellen, Steve, and David, as they pontificate about: LDI Light Talk Pit Bull Swag Challenge; Your first meeting with the director; Table reads; Having a diverse background and finding a job as a lighting designer; Teachin…

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LIGHT TALK Episode 341 - "Stop Making Sense!" 43:12

10M ago43:12

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In this episode of LIGHT TALK, the Lumen Brothers discuss everything from David Byrne to "The Book of Mormon Podcast". Join Brackley, Steve, and David, as they pontificate about: Snoot and Rudy; Brackley's view on the Sphere; The LDI Portfolio Review; Beverly Emmons, Wendall Harrington, and The Talking Heads' new "Stop Making Sense" restoration rel…

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LIGHT TALK Episode 340 - "This Show Has Gone to the Dogs!" 45:22

10M ago45:22

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In this episode of LIGHT TALK, the Lumen Brothers discuss everything from U2 to Louie the Chihuahua. Join Stan, Steve, and David, as they pontificate about: Not getting credit for the work you do; The curse of being ahead of your timel; Being a goldfish; Should you share color ideas at early design meetings?; What to do when your friend and collabo…

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LIGHT TALK Episode 339 - "Iguanas Nibbling Toes" 37:30

10M ago37:30

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In this episode of LIGHT TALK, the Lumen Brothers (and Sister!) discuss everything from Priceless Lighting Angles to Where is My Assistant?... Join Ellen, Steve, and David, as they pontificate about: The writers strike is over!; Cueing Processes; Working over rehearsals; The "Design Score"; The best way to learn how to program specific lighting con…

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LIGHT TALK Episode 338 - "SHYSTERS!" 44:19

10M ago44:19

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In this episode of LIGHT TALK, the Lumen Brothers discuss everything from The Las Vegas Sphere, to Being a Jerk, Rude, and Generally Unpleasant. Join Brackley, Steve, and David, as they pontificate about: Not receiving your last fee payment; Small claims court; Protecting yourself with contracts; "Shystettes"; How to deal with cheap clients; Being …

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LIGHT TALK Episode 337 - "Technology Transferred" - A Conversation with Richard Cadena and Neel Vasavada" 44:33

11M ago44:33

44:33

In this episode of LIGHT TALK, the Lumen Brothers (and Sister!) welcome guests Richard Cadena and Neel Vasavada to the show. They discuss everything from Tesla Journeys to "The Chicken and Waffle Guy". Join Neel, Richard, Ellen, Steve, and David, as they pontificate about: Sustainable Power Distriubution in our industry; Battery inverted systems fo…

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LIGHT TALK Episode 336 - "Roaming Monkeys and Dead Ducks" 47:08

11M ago47:08

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In this episode of LIGHT TALK, the Lumen Brothers welcome guest listener Magnus Boyle to the show. They discuss everything from Dropping Theatre and Getting into Broadcast Lighting, to Solar Panels Orbiting the Earth. Join Magnus, Steve, and David, as they pontificate about: Hurricane update; "Lucky Hank"; Life as a lighting designer in Norway; Adv…

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LIGHT TALK Episode 335 - "Monkeys Riding Alligators" 51:39

11M ago51:39

51:39

In this episode of LIGHT TALK, the Lumen Brothers discuss everything from Fighting for your Students, to Hurricane Idalia heading for Light Talk Central. Join Steve, Stan, and David, as they pontificate about: Lighting areas of control; Compromise or too many choices; Remembering "Dimmer per Circuit"; Fighting the Season Selection Committee for sho…

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LIGHT TALK Episode 334 - "Learning to Learn - Our Conversation with Lap Chi Chu" 48:34

11M ago48:34

48:34

In this episode of LIGHT TALK, the Lumen Brothers (and Sister!) welcome guest designer Lap Chi Chu to the show. They discuss everything from Endless Previews to Bad Hair. Join Lap, Ellen, Steve, Stan, and David, as they pontificate about: LDI Update; The Elvis Church; New Light Talk Live time at LDI; Moving from undergraduate to graduate training p…

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LIGHT TALK Episode 333 - "Dewey, Cheatem, and Howe" 37:32

11M ago37:32

37:32

In this episode of LIGHT TALK, the Lumen Brothers welcome guest listener Doug Feinberg to the show. They discuss everything from Lighting Measurements to Listening to LIGHT TALK Backwards. Join Doug, Steve, Stan, and David, as they pontificate about: Lower priced lighting options for theaters on tight budgets; MEGA-LITE; Playing with gobo morphing …

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