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Better Video Conferencing Tips: Part 2
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Content provided by Ian Mikutel, March Rogers, and Darren Austin. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Ian Mikutel, March Rogers, and Darren Austin or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://player.fm/legal.
Show Notes
- 6:15 — What to do about background noise including an AI-based software solution that cancels background sounds and a pro-level solution that uses audio hardware to block unwanted sounds.
- 11:31 — Why it’s important to pay attention to keeping your face centered in your webcam.
- 13:00 — Tailoring your backdrop so you look professional.
- 14:55 — Ian suggests using software or a good camera lens to blur your background.
- 17:19 — Green screen solutions for less than $10.
- 18:24 — How kids are using custom backgrounds to trick teachers into thinking that they are paying attention in virtual class.
- 19:49 — Picking a good router to ensure that you have adequate bandwidth to stream good quality video.
- 24:18 — How to get the most out of the software you use to connect with others.
- 29:29 — Maintaining a sense of presence while engaging with others via a video call.
- 32:10 — Gaze correction software.
- 33:19 — Darren shares his experience with video conferencing with friends and family using the Facebook Portal TV.
- 34:17 — The etiquette of using the mute button.
- 37:15 — The etiquette of activating your video versus broadcasting in the dark.
- 40:01 — Several nice things you can do as a participant to make a video conference more pleasant and productive for everyone involved.
- 45:59 — Tips for business-focused video conferences including recording calls for those who cannot attend.
- 54:00 — Ian gets inspired by the Fraiser sitcom. 😁
- 55:01 — Zoom fatigue and how to recover from it.
- 58:55 — March discusses his experience using virtual reality for some of his video conferences with his friends.
- 1:01:30 — Darren shares some ideas for things you can do to mix up your video calls with family and friends including cooking together, virtual poker, and a virtual wine or spirit tastings.
- 1:04:55 — Ian, Darren, and March invent a new video conferencing game based on Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon.
Mentions
- 📦 Product: TP-Link Archer 20 wireless router
- 📦 Product: Eero Pro + 2 Eero Beacons
- 📰 Article: How to make a cheap green screen
- 📦 Product: Netflix Together Chrome extension
- 📰 Article: Table quiz (100 questions to get your started)
- 📰 Website: Roll20
- 📰 Website: Tabletopia
- 📰 Article: Best Use of Zoom Goes to Katie Nolan
- 📦 Product: Surface Pro X gaze correction
- 📦 Product: iOS 13 gaze correction
150 episodes
MP3•Episode home
Manage episode 262420781 series 2552122
Content provided by Ian Mikutel, March Rogers, and Darren Austin. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Ian Mikutel, March Rogers, and Darren Austin or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://player.fm/legal.
Show Notes
- 6:15 — What to do about background noise including an AI-based software solution that cancels background sounds and a pro-level solution that uses audio hardware to block unwanted sounds.
- 11:31 — Why it’s important to pay attention to keeping your face centered in your webcam.
- 13:00 — Tailoring your backdrop so you look professional.
- 14:55 — Ian suggests using software or a good camera lens to blur your background.
- 17:19 — Green screen solutions for less than $10.
- 18:24 — How kids are using custom backgrounds to trick teachers into thinking that they are paying attention in virtual class.
- 19:49 — Picking a good router to ensure that you have adequate bandwidth to stream good quality video.
- 24:18 — How to get the most out of the software you use to connect with others.
- 29:29 — Maintaining a sense of presence while engaging with others via a video call.
- 32:10 — Gaze correction software.
- 33:19 — Darren shares his experience with video conferencing with friends and family using the Facebook Portal TV.
- 34:17 — The etiquette of using the mute button.
- 37:15 — The etiquette of activating your video versus broadcasting in the dark.
- 40:01 — Several nice things you can do as a participant to make a video conference more pleasant and productive for everyone involved.
- 45:59 — Tips for business-focused video conferences including recording calls for those who cannot attend.
- 54:00 — Ian gets inspired by the Fraiser sitcom. 😁
- 55:01 — Zoom fatigue and how to recover from it.
- 58:55 — March discusses his experience using virtual reality for some of his video conferences with his friends.
- 1:01:30 — Darren shares some ideas for things you can do to mix up your video calls with family and friends including cooking together, virtual poker, and a virtual wine or spirit tastings.
- 1:04:55 — Ian, Darren, and March invent a new video conferencing game based on Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon.
Mentions
- 📦 Product: TP-Link Archer 20 wireless router
- 📦 Product: Eero Pro + 2 Eero Beacons
- 📰 Article: How to make a cheap green screen
- 📦 Product: Netflix Together Chrome extension
- 📰 Article: Table quiz (100 questions to get your started)
- 📰 Website: Roll20
- 📰 Website: Tabletopia
- 📰 Article: Best Use of Zoom Goes to Katie Nolan
- 📦 Product: Surface Pro X gaze correction
- 📦 Product: iOS 13 gaze correction
150 episodes
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