Best InfoComm Podcasts (2024)

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264: Best of InfoComm 2024 34:16

2h ago34:16

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Higher Ed AV Podcast Episode 264 "The Lost Episode: Best of InfoComm 2024" A LOST EPISODE?!?!? Yes! Relive the best of #InfoComm24 with Joe Way, BC Hatchett, Erin Maher-Moran, and Ryan Gray. They discuss the best finds, best moments, and the incredible experience for the higher ed and HETMA family. Oh, and there are a few hidden gems and cameos. Ta…

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AV SuperFriends: Off the Rails - This requires a 7-inch deep box 1:04:52

4h ago1:04:52

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Recorded September 13, 2024 (Yes, I let AI write all this stuff - cjd) In this special Friday the 13th episode, the AV SuperFriends are back with a mix of humor, chaos, and insightful discussions on the latest in higher ed AV. Today's topics include the love-hate relationship with button panels and the complexities of troubleshooting AV systems. Th…

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Repurpose Office Space to Lure Employees Back 40:16

2h ago40:16

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EPISODE 149 | Guest: Debbie DeWitt, marketing communications manager for Visix With hybrid work becoming the standard, many offices now feel noticeably emptier. However, there’s growing acknowledgment of the benefits that in-person collaboration brings to fostering innovation and maintaining a cohesive company culture – something that’s often misse…

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Office Wayfinding for the Flexible Workplace 21:59

10d ago21:59

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EPISODE 148 | Guest: Jill Perardi, senior director of professional services for Visix Office wayfinding is an often overlooked but essential element of modern workplace design, especially for large buildings or hybrid offices that offer flexible spaces. It can play a key role in improving productivity and employee satisfaction, and help to encourag…

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AV SuperFriends: On Topic - Dollars and Sense 45:21

20d ago45:21

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Recorded August 16, 2024 (Yes, I let AI write all this stuff - cjd) Chris Dechter kicks off another Friday afternoon podcast adventure with the AV SuperFriends. Despite a larger panel and some absences, the team dives into the ever-thrilling topic of budgeting in higher education AV systems. Joined by a diverse panel including Marc Cholewczynski, L…

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AV SuperFriends: Off the Rails - The Ladder Rack Incident 1:17:30

22d ago1:17:30

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Recorded August 23, 2024 (Yes, I let AI write this - cjd) On today’s show, we dive into some of the worst AV mistakes we’ve ever made but never admitted to. From miswired speaker systems to network multicast nightmares, this episode is a confessional of epic proportions. We also tackle a listener email about tuning audio in a room, offering practic…

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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1374: The Matt Sittloh Memorial Scholarship — How to Donate and Apply 6:24

26d ago6:24

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Pearl Technology’s Jeremy Caldera joined me on my latest videocast to discuss how you can donate to the new Matt Sittloh Memorial Scholarship — or recommend a college-aged student to apply! Matt was a technician who worked in audiovisual engineering, sales and management for his entire career. Watch and consider donating!

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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1373: Everything You Need to Know About Extron’s ‘USB-C in ProAV’ Event 8:49

28d ago8:49

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On Aug. 28 at 11 a.m. PDT (2 p.m. EDT) learn all about USB and how Extron is leveraging this connector for AV and UCC installs. This 90-minute session led by the company’s Training, Product Development and Marketing teams is AVIXA CTS RU and BICSI approved. Extron’s Andrew Evans joins me on today’s podcast to talk about the session and how you can …

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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1372: Here’s Why You Need to Attend the Boston E4 Experience in September! 9:47

1M ago9:47

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The E4 Experience, Exertis Almo’s regional conference and trade show, kicks off its fall tour with a stop in Boston on Sept. 10, 2024. Attendees not only get to see firsthand all the new stuff that debuted at June’s InfoComm show, but they can also earn up to 10 AVIXA CTS RUs with a special Microsoft-led MTR class! Today’s guests on this episode of…

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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1371: Experiential Design-Focused BlueSquare X Debuts With Chanan Averbuch at the Helm 12:17

25d ago12:17

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Chanan Averbuch likely needs no introduction, as he’s driven the LED market — in many ways — since 2013. Now, he’s heading up a new division of BlueSquare as the director of innovation of BlueSquare X. This is a firm focused on the design and support of digital experiences by partnering with AV integrators. This videocast explains it all — so watch…

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Smart Scheduling for the Hybrid Workplace 30:48

24d ago30:48

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EPISODE 147 | Allison Cohen, director of strategic partnerships at Tango Hybrid workplaces aren’t new, but they’re definitely evolving. In this episode, we dive into how data-driven reservation and occupancy systems are revolutionizing the hybrid workplace. Discover how these innovative solutions are not only making office spaces more efficient and…

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AV SuperFriends: Off the Rails - I've already failed multiple times 1:14:43

1M ago1:14:43

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Recorded August 9, 2024 Chris is confused about what day it is so he has to intro the show twice. Then once we’ve figure that out, we’re joined by Robert Durbin and Travis Cawthorne from Kramer AV to talk about their recent acquisition of ZeeVee. Next, we discuss the concept of streamlining classroom AV systems to just a PC or laptop… or both. Why …

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D-Tools "What's the Buzz" About Home Theater 22:01

1M ago22:01

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In this episode of the D-Tools "What's the Buzz" podcast, Richard Charschan, president of AcousticSmart Home Theater Interiors, discusses his new book "Home Theaterology" and some key trends facing the home theater market. The book features 15 incredible home theater projects as well as some recommended demo clips for integrators to use to showcase…

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Gen Z is Changing the Way We Communicate (for the Better) 32:10

1M ago32:10

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EPISODE 146 | Derek DeWitt, communications specialist for Visix Gen Z makes up 32% of the world’s population, and they have unique perspectives on technology, culture and communication, being the first true digital natives. They are expected to overtake baby boomers in the workforce this year, and any business looking to attract and retain this tal…

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AV SuperFriends: On Topic - Unique Boutique 31:34

2M ago31:34

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Recorded (and streamed live) on July 26, 2024 No topic provided again this month, so we decided to look at the numbers for display technologies. Where does it make sense to consider LCDs vs. projectors vs. LEDs? Chris even built a spreadsheet of rough numbers because he’s a nerd that way. Are LEDs becoming cheap enough to replace projectors? Is any…

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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1370: InVision Is Looking for ProAV Salespeople to Join Its Event This Month in Scottsdale, Arizona 8:47

2M ago8:47

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My latest episode of Rants & rAVes features TD SYNNEX Senior Vice President Sandi Stambaugh. Sandi talks me through the unique nature of the second annual TD SYNNEX InVision event, taking place Aug. 27-29, 2024. It’s aimed at ProAV salespeople and is highly focused on helping newbies (three years of experience and under) understand how to be succes…

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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1369: Here’s a Wrap-Up of Everything MAXHUB Launched at InfoComm 2024 5:02

2M ago5:02

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It may seem like MAXHUB became a UCC leader overnight. But the truth is, there’s a lot of strategy behind what the company does in AV and UCC. My latest Rants & rAVes episode features MAXHUB’s Alan Nicholls, its business development manager, who reviews everything MAXHUB did at InfoComm 2024. If you’re an MS Teams company, you should watch this!

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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1368: The Panasonic Connect KAIROS Invents a New Product Category: Broadcast AV 8:07

2M ago8:07

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Panasonic Connect’s Chris Merrill joins me on the latest episode of Rants & rAVes. At InfoComm 2024, I recorded a deep-dive demo of KAIROS, the company’s live production platform that can take nearly any signal and distribute it all via AV-over-IP to any digital canvas. KAIROS is single-handedly building a new market category Panasonic Connect call…

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AV SuperFriends: Off the Rails - Me and You Said the Same Thing 1:13:42

2M ago1:13:42

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Recorded July 19, 2024 It’s the summer doldrums, so instead of news, Marc shares the AV experiences from his summer vacation to the House of Mouse. Oddly painted speakers, immersion breaking VR, and RF-beacon driven proximity audio broadcasts are just some of the highlights. Then we respond to a Reddit forum post about how university AV teams are s…

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The Future of Corporate Digital Signage 31:34

2M ago31:34

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EPISODE 145 | Guest: Jason Cain, region sales manager – South Central for Visix Businesses of all types have been using digital signs for internal communications for years. But with the rise of more complex data sources, IoT, AI, AR and other technologies, corporate communicators are finding new and innovative ways to reach and engage their audienc…

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AV SuperFriends: Off the Rails - Shelf of 1000 Holes 1:05:44

2M ago1:05:44

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Recorded July 12, 2024 We’re bookending the show with SMPTE 2110 stories, so we start with discussion of Cisco hosting a webinar on Precision Time Protocol (PTP). If you don’t know what all that is, it’s potentially huge news for AVoIP to play nice on enterprise networks from the sleepy giant of networking. Then we discuss the non-electronic produc…

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D-Tools 'What's the Buzz' About... Operational Excellence 19:10

2M ago19:10

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What are the two most important business metrics for integrators to track? It’s an important question that gets asked all the time to Matt Bernath, principal at industry consulting firm VITAL. “We track more than 30 key metrics at VITAL, and we review those monthly with our members and they serve as a report card,” says Bernath, who was a longtime …

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How to Grow Community with Digital Signage 39:15

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EPISODE 144 | Guest: Ellyce Kelly, professional services consultant for Visix Community can mean different things to different people. It can be a local neighborhood, a corporate culture, a campus student group or a network of peers. And the definition of community is changing as participation grows in more online platforms, channels and causes tha…

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AV SuperFriends: On Topic - Frozen Concentrated Orange Juice 30:27

3M ago30:27

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Recorded June 26, 2024 No topic was provided this month, so instead we’re going to make this our summer Fourth of July special. So, get out your flags, wake up the kids for the renewal of their annual loyalty oath, fire up the grills, smoker, or barbecue, light off the sparklers and firecrackers, and let’s celebrate America by blowing up a small pa…

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AV SuperFriends: Perspectives from InfoComm 2024 - Liberty AV 16:49

3M ago16:49

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Recorded June 12, 2024 In something of a lost recording that Chris couldn’t find, Justin, Larry, and Chris visit with Liberty AV and speak with Kevin Peterman about AVoIP solutions, Corey Briggs about cloud monitoring, and Ed Jankowski about Liberty’s approach to the AV industry. Special thanks to Brad Thomas for wrangling colleagues. We stream liv…

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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1367: Planar’s WallDirector Could Signal the Future of the AV Cloud 10:50

3M ago10:50

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Could Planar’s WallDirector Cloud software-as-a-service ecosystem, designed to manage Planar’s LEDs, be the cloud-based management platform that every other display company ends up emulating? I think it’s possible! Today’s Rants & rAVes episode features Planar’s Robert Detwiler, who talks about WallDirector and its management of the Planar ecosyste…

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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1366: The Peerless-AV STS650 Monitor Mount Includes AV Gear Racking (and Won a 2024 Readers’ Choice Award!) 9:39

3M ago9:39

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Peerless-AV’s STS650 Universal Scissor Wall Mount made its debut in 2024 and immediately became a hit with AV integrators and end users alike due to its unique ability to allow for AV gear to be racked behind it professionally (sans cable ties). Peerless-AV VP Sales, North America and APAC, Brian McClimans, joined the latest episode of Rants & rAVe…

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AV SuperFriends: Off the Rails - This is a Multi-Dollar Operation 1:14:43

3M ago1:14:43

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Recorded June 21, 2024 The AV SuperFriends have returned from InfoComm which means it’s an InfoComm recap show! Short version: there was far less “AI” braggadocio and way more cloud cloud cloud. For those of you who weren’t able to join us on our traditional Friday AM show floor tour, we review our selections from that and links are below. We also …

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IC24 Roundup 21:11

3M ago21:11

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EPISODE 143 | Guest: Brian Galante, founder and owner of Dimension PR If you didn’t make it to InfoComm 2024, listen to this episode as we dive into the highlights. Brian Galante shares his insights on the rapid development of AI in content creation, the push for sustainable solutions and the future of hybrid meeting spaces with USBC connectivity. …

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AV SuperFriends: Perspectives from InfoComm 2024 Episode 06 - Talk dirty to us! 21:02

3M ago21:02

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Recorded June 14, 2024 Larry, Justin, and Chris visit with Zach Snook from Biamp (while sitting on the most comfortable chairs on the show floor) to discuss their newest announcements and product updates, including the long-awaited analog input on the VBC conferencing bars. Jamie will be disappointed at no AVB connectivity for expansion, so he’ll h…

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AV SuperFriends: Perspectives from InfoComm 2024 Episode 05 - Travel Ladders 29:00

3M ago29:00

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Recorded June 14, 2024 Larry, Chris, and Justin review their thoughts from Day 2 and what they’re looking for during Day 3. There’s been more LED displays (including lots of all-in-one units) at far more reasonable prices, lots of USB-C (could it actually be an option for wide deployments in the future?), and some dude on the very top of a ladder. …

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AV SuperFriends: Perspectives from InfoComm 2024 Episode 04 - French Cleat 42:44

3M ago42:44

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Recorded June 13, 2024 (Note: Our super duper awesome recorder died right in the middle of this episode, so it cuts off abruptly; see the episode artwork. Unrelated: anyone want to buy a multichannel recorder?) Larry, Justin, and Chris invade the Computer Comforts booth to talk classroom furniture, the development process, partnerships with univers…

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