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AVIXA PodcastsAV Unplugged | Ep. 18: Gerry Sandusky is in the Barn! The Legendary Broadcaster on Sports Experience
Join host Jennifer Weaver as she sits down with legendary sports broadcaster Gerry Sandusky, longtime voice of the Baltimore Ravens, for a fascinating…
AVIXA PodcastsBeyond Visual: The Podcast | Sam Grierson on Neurodivergence, Creativity, and Authenticity
What happens when a life-changing diagnosis helps you better understand who you've always been? In this episode of Beyond Visual, Sam Grierson shares her…
AVIXA Podcasts(En Español) Backstage Pass: InfoComm América Latina | Ep. 3: ¿Vas a la expo? Noticias, programas y experiencias
En este episodio de Backstage Pass en Español, Ana María Restrepo y Sergio Gaitán Serrano analizan todo lo que trae InfoComm América Latina este año en Ciudad…
AVIXA Podcasts(En Español) Backstage Pass: InfoComm América Latina | Ep. 2: ¿Qué presentan Riedel y Audinate en la feria?
En este episodio de Backstage Pass en Español, Ana María Restrepo y Sergio Gaitán Serrano continúan la cuenta regresiva hacia InfoComm América Latina 2026 en…
AVIXA Podcasts(En Español) Backstage Pass: InfoComm América Latina 2026 | Ep. 1: Más Que una Expo
La cuenta regresiva ha comenzado para InfoComm América Latina 2026, y en este episodio de Backstage Pass, los anfitriones Ana María Restrepo y Sergio Gaitán…
AVIXA PodcastsPractically AI | Ep. 4: Meet Your New Digital Coworker - How AI Is Transforming the Workplace feat. NetSpeek and XTEN-AV
What if AI wasn't just a tool you use, but a coworker you trust? In this episode of Practically AI, host Mark Metzger sits down with Dan Root of NetSpeek and…
AVIXA PodcastsAV Unplugged | Ep. 17: This is DeLaCruz - An Unconventional Path from Navy to Prolific AV Content Creator
He got fired from a tour, joined the Navy, started a business, built a community of 200,000+ followers, and found his true calling in the audiovisual industry…
AVIXA PodcastsBACKSTAGE PASS: InfoComm India 2026 | CTS Goes Global: Bringing Certification Testing to Mumbai
In this episode of Backstage Pass: InfoComm India 2026, host Narin Nara sits down with Steve Trapani, Manager of Certification at AVIXA, to discuss the growing…
AVIXA PodcastsBACKSTAGE PASS: InfoComm India 2026 | Smarter Meeting Spaces and Connected AV with Jabra & Audinate
How are workplace collaboration technologies evolving, and what's next for the AV industry? In this episode of Backstage Pass: InfoComm India 2026, hosts…
AVIXA PodcastsBACKSTAGE PASS: InfoComm India 2026 | India's AV Momentum: Innovation, Infrastructure, and More
India is transforming at an unprecedented pace, with smart cities, digital infrastructure, modern workplaces, advanced learning environments, and immersive…
AVIXA PodcastsPRACTICALLY AI | Ep. 3: How to Build a Career with AI featuring "CAIO" Blaine Brown of CTI
How do you build a career in AI when the technology is evolving faster than most training programs can keep up? On this episode of Practically AI, host Mark…
AVIXA PodcastsAV UNPLUGGED | Ep. 16: The Evolving Landscape of Control Room Technology with Barco
Gareth Hay (Technical Consultant Manager, Barco Control Rooms) offers his expert perspectives on upcoming industry trends, technological innovation, and how…
AVIXA PodcastsBACKSTAGE PASS: InfoComm Asia Special | Bangkok Bound with Pang Yee Loy & Audinate’s Vince Lepore
Join us for a special InfoComm Asia edition of Backstage Pass as we preview one of the AV industry's premier events in Bangkok, Thailand. Host Narin Nara sits…
AVIXA PodcastsAV UNPLUGGED | Ep. 15: Baseband vs. IP: Ross Video & Netgear on the Future of Broadcast AV
Recorded live at InfoComm 2026, host Mark Metzger welcomes guests Matt Morgan of Ross Video and Devan Cress of Netgear for a deep dive into one of the biggest…
AVIXA PodcastsAV UNPLUGGED | Ep. 14: Behind the Build – Inside the Spotify Camp Nou Transformation w/ Crestron
Go behind the build of one of the most ambitious stadium transformations in the world. Recorded live at the AVIXA TV desk, this session brings together Brad…
AVIXA PodcastsBACKSTAGE PASS: IC26 | Ep. 8: Celebrating a Legendary Career with CEO Dave Labuskes (and a VERY special guest)
In this InfoComm show-recorded episode of Backstage Pass, Sam and Ben are joined by Dave Labuskes, who will be looks back at his time at AVIXA and what he…
AVIXA PodcastsBACKSTAGE PASS: IC26 | Ep. 7: Designing Immersive AV Experiences w/ Sonance, Q-SYS & DISE
Step behind the scenes at InfoComm 2026 with Backstage Pass: IC26 – Episode 7, hosted by Ben Barnard and Samantha Powell. This episode features three in-depth…
AVIXA PodcastsBACKSTAGE PASS: IC26 | Ep. 6: AI and Display Tech – Inside Sony’s InfoComm 2026 Plans
Get ready for InfoComm 2026 with a brand-new episode of Backstage Pass! Hosts Samantha Powell and Ben Barnard kick things off with a fun (and challenging!) Las…
AVIXA PodcastsBACKSTAGE PASS: IC26 | Ep. 5: Matrox Video & Riedel - AVoIP, Standards, Live Production Trends & More
Get ready for InfoComm 2026 with another episode of Backstage Pass: IC26—hosted by Samantha Powell and Ben Barnard from AVIXA! In this episode, we bring you…
AVIXA PodcastsTECH SUPPORT | Ep. 9: Eric Gazzillo of Quince Imaging Answers your Questions About Projection Mapping
[Previously live] In this session, we explore the world of live events and projection mapping—from creative possibilities to technical challenges. Our featured…
AVIXA PodcastsBACKSTAGE PASS: IC26 | Ep. 4: Engineering Collaboration & Safety, featuring Crestron and Advanced Network Devices
InfoComm 2026 is right around the corner, and this episode of Backstage Pass: IC26 offers a first look at what two industry leaders have in store. Host Ben…
AVIXA PodcastsPRACTICALLY AI | Ep. 2: The end of MOCAP suits? AI's impact on Virtual Production
Artificial intelligence is no longer a buzzword in virtual production—it’s actively reshaping how content gets made. In this episode of Practically AI, host…
AVIXA PodcastsBACKSTAGE PASS: IC26 | What to Expect in Las Vegas for InfoComm w/ LVCVA’s Vanessa Claspill
Get an exclusive preview of Las Vegas ahead of InfoComm 2026 in this episode of Backstage Pass: IC26 Hosts Samantha Powell and Ben Barnard kick off the episode…
AVIXA PodcastsBACKSTAGE PASS: IC26 | Ep. 2: Vegas Vibes & Digital Buzz
In Episode 2 of Backstage Pass: IC26, hosts Samantha Powell and Ben Barnard dive deeper into the energy building around InfoComm 2026 in Las Vegas. From travel…
AVIXA PodcastsAV UNPLUGGED | Ep. 13: Broadcast AV in Corporate Spaces – Studio Design, IP Workflows & ROI w/ ikan
In this episode of the AV Unplugged Podcast, host Mark Metzger is joined by James Tian and Daniel Napier of ikan to explore the growing role of broadcast AV in…
AVIXA PodcastsBACKSTAGE PASS: IC26 | InfoComm 2026 Sneak Peek, New Activation Hubs & First-Time Attendee Tips
Get ready for InfoComm 2026 in Las Vegas with an all‑access episode of Backstage Pass: IC26! Hosts Samantha Powell and Ben Barnard break down everything you…
AVIXA PodcastsPRACTICALLY AI | Ep. 1: Can AI Help You Pass the CTS Exam? Introducing AVIXA’s Study Buddy
In the premiere episode of Practically AI, host Mark Metzger sits down with Zachary Fisher, AVIXA’s Director of Learning, to reveal the newly developed CTS…
AVIXA PodcastsTECH SUPPORT | Ep. 8: Troubleshooting AV‑over‑IP & Digital Signage – A Systematic Approach
In this episode of Tech Support, host Holger Wiesenberg, CTS, ANP (Audinate) sits down with Yasemin Fröehlacher of Easescreen to break down one of the…
AVIXA PodcastsAV UNPLUGGED | Ep. 12: Beyond the Big Screens – How Broadcast & AV Converge in Enterprise Spaces
In this episode of AV Unplugged, host Mark Metzger sits down on the ISE 2026 show floor with Mattias Llop‑Allevik of JPMorgan Chase & Co. and Bryan Davies of…
AVIXA PodcastsAV UNPLUGGED | Ep. 11: From Curious to Certified – How This AV Pro Got a CTS and Elevated His Career
Join host Mark Metzger in this AV Unplugged episode as he sits down with Jean‑Francois Schoepfer, CTS, Senior AV Engineer at Roche, to explore his journey into…
AVIXA PodcastsAV UNPLUGGED | Ep. 10: One Goal, Many Paths – Sustainability Across the Global AV Industry with SAVe
Recorded live at Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2026 in Barcelona, this special episode of AV Unplugged brings together AV leaders from Europe, Latin America…
AVIXA PodcastsBACKSTAGE PASS: ISE 2026 | Ep. 8: Recapping a Historic ISE with Mike Blackman and Dave Labuskes
In this final episode of Backstage Pass for the ISE 2026 season, Sam and special host Hannah Shellswell are joined by ISE Managing Director Mike Blackman, and…
AVIXA PodcastsBACKSTAGE PASS: ISE 2026 | Ep. 7: Engaging Visual Experiences with Nexmosphere and BirdDog
In the Backstage Pass before ISE 2026, Sam and Ben chat about last minute travel preparation and are joined by two special guests. In the first segment, Mark…
AVIXA PodcastsBACKSTAGE PASS: ISE 2026 | Ep. 6: Futures Made of… Virtual Tech (and more!) w/ Q-SYS, Cisco, and GoBright
Futures Made of… Virtual Tech (and more!) Feat. Q-SYS, Cisco, and GoBright In this feature-packed episode of Backstage Pass, Sam and Ben discuss pre-show…
AVIXA PodcastsBACKSTAGE PASS: ISE 2026 | Ep. 5: Celebrating 50 Years and Beyond with Matrox Video
In this episode, Samantha Powell interviews Andre Testa, Vice President of Engineering at Matrox Video, discussing the company's preparations for the upcoming…
AVIXA PodcastsBACKSTAGE PASS: ISE 2026 | Ep. 4: Meet Sanj Surati, the Host of Xchange Live at ISE
In this episode, Ben and Sam welcome the new year and chat about what's happening in their lives going into 2026. Sanj Surati of Tiger Heart joins the episode…
AVIXA PodcastsBACKSTAGE PASS: ISE 2026 | Ep. 3: Technology, Education and Human Experience with Gill Farrell
In this episode of Backstage Pass: ISE 2026, Gill Ferrell from 1EdTech Europe and EUNIS discusses the upcoming Education Technology Summit at this year's…
AVIXA PodcastsBACKSTAGE PASS: ISE 2026 | Ep. 2: Fitness Goals, Holidays and Show Preparation
In this episode, hosts Samantha Powell and Ben Barnard discuss their experiences during Thanksgiving, preparations for the upcoming ISE 2026, and the…
AVIXA PodcastsBackstage Pass: ISE 2026 | Behind the (Virtual) Camera: Meet the Backstage Pass Producers!
We're back for ISE 2026 season! In this episode of Backstage Pass, hosts Samantha Powell and Ben Barnard return to their desks and introduce BSP producers…
AVIXA PodcastsAV UNPLUGGED | Ep. 9: Game On: The Future of Sports Broadcasting with Monumental Sports Network
Join host Samantha Powell on this episode of AV Unplugged as she sits down with Friday Abernethy, Zach Leonsis, and Charlie Myers from Monumental Sports…
AVIXA PodcastsAV UNPLUGGED | Ep. 9: Game On: The Future of Sports Broadcasting with Monumental Sports Network
Join host Samantha Powell on this episode of AV Unplugged as she sits down with Friday Abernethy, Zach Leonsis, and Charlie Myers from Monumental Sports…
AVIXA PodcastsTECH SUPPORT | Ep. 7: How to Conduct Remote Interviews in a Corporate Studio
In this episode of the Tech Support Podcast, hosted by Mark Metzger and produced by AVIXA, we bring in some experts from Ross Video to discuss how to best…
AVIXA PodcastsAV UNPLUGGED | Ep. 9: Game On: The Future of Sports Broadcasting with Monumental Sports Network
Join host Samantha Powell on this episode of AV Unplugged as she sits down with Friday Abernethy, Zach Leonsis, and Charlie Myers from Monumental Sports…
AVIXA PodcastsBACKSTAGE PASS en Español: InfoComm America Latina | Una Intersección de AV y la Cultura Mexicana
En esta conversación, el presentador Sergio Gaitán da la bienvenida a Alejandro Peralta, Gerente de Capacitación Técnica para Latinoamérica de Audinate…
AVIXA PodcastsBACKSTAGE PASS: InfoComm America Latina | An Intersection of AV and Mexican Culture
In this conversation, host Sergio Gaitan welcomes Alejandro Peralta, the Technical Training Manager for Latin America at Audinate. They discuss the…
AVIXA PodcastsBACKSTAGE PASS: InfoComm America Latina | Welcome to Mexico! Featuring Jorge Mata of Ross Video and Omar Serna
Welcome to a special episode of Backstage Pass highlighting InfoComm America Latina, hosted by Ana Maria Restrepo, Franciele Mesadri, and Sergio Gaitan! In…
AVIXA PodcastsBACKSTAGE PASS en Español: InfoComm America Latina | ¡Bienvenidos a México! Presentamos a Jorge Mata de Ross Video y Omar Serna
¡Bienvenidos a un episodio especial de Backstage Pass que destaca InfoComm América Latina, presentado por Ana María Restrepo, Franciele Mesadri y Sergio…
AVIXA PodcastsAV UNPLUGGED | Ep. 8: How "BrianDoesAV" Use Social Media to Go Behind the Scenes at Events
From LED walls to mobile livestream setups, setting up a live event is always a feat to behold. Brian McGuigan, also known as "BrianDoesAV" uses social media…
AVIXA PodcastsBACKSTAGE PASS: InfoComm India 2025 | Dante, Hybrid Work Solutions, and more with Audinate and Jabra
In this episode of Backstage Pass for InfoComm India 2025, hosts Sowmya and Manoj explore the vibrant city of Mumbai, discussing its cultural significance and…
AVIXA PodcastsBACKSTAGE PASS: InfoComm India 2025 | Revolutionizing Immersive Experiences with Harman in India and Beyond
In this Episode of Backstage Pass, join hosts Sowmya Siddippaji and Manoj Kumar as they discuss the vibrant culture and excitement people can discover when…
AVIXA PodcastsMeet the Hosts for the InfoComm India Episodes! | Backstage Pass: InfoComm India 2025
Welcome to the first of a three-part InfoComm India 2025 special of Backstage Pass! In this episode, get to know the two hosts for the India edition – AVIXA's…
AVIXA PodcastsBACKSTAGE PASS: IC25 | Revisiting the Vision for 2030 with Chris Schyvinck, Brad Hintze and Eric Hutto
In this special episode of Backstage Pass, we continue the conversation from the Vision 2030 keynote at InfoComm 2025. Mark Metzger sits down with Chris…
AVIXA PodcastsAV UNPLUGGED | Ep. 7: How a Team of Audio Pros Helped Rebuild Notre Dame
In this episode of AV Unplugged, we revisit a conversation between Mark Metzger, Sarabeth Mullins, and Brian Katz from January 2025 on how the acoustics of…
AVIXA PodcastsAV UNPLUGGED | Ep. 6: System Integrators Unite! How the ITS Committee Helps Pave the Way
Join host Matt Pana, Assistant Director of Media Technology at ISDA for this episode of AV Unplugged featuring a discussion on how committees can help shape…
AVIXA PodcastsBACKSTAGE PASS | To InfoComm Asia 2025, we go! Featuring Audinate, June Ko, and Jimmy Cheong
In this special episode of Backstage Pass, join hosts Samantha Powell and Narin Nara as they chat about the InfoComm Asia 2025 show in Bangkok Thailand…
AVIXA PodcastsAV UNPLUGGED | Ep. 5: Navigating the Future of Corporate Broadcast with AWS and Ross Video
In this episode of AV Unplugged, join host Mark Metzger as he dives into an engaging conversation with Harmeet Bhatia from Amazon Web Services and Matt Morgan…
AVIXA PodcastsTECH SUPPORT | Ep. 6: Barco’s Dack Patrick Answers Your Questions on Display Technology
In this episode of AVIXA's "Tech Support," host Matt Pana of ISDA sits down with Dack Patrick from Barco to explore the intricate world of display…
AVIXA PodcastsXCEPTIONAL INSIGHTS | Ep. 21: Trends from the InfoComm 2025 Show w/ Sanju Khatri
In this episode of Xceptional Insights, join host Sean Wargo and special guest Sanju Khatri of Omdia as they discuss the tech trends at InfoComm 2025 in…
AVIXA PodcastsBACKSTAGE PASS: IC25 | From the InfoComm Show Floor with Dave Labuskes and QSC's Jason Moss
In the final Backstage Pass episode for the InfoComm 2025 season, the road to the show has reached Orlando! Join host Samantha Powell as she chats with AVIXA's…
AVIXA PodcastsBACKSTAGE PASS: IC25 | Exploring Sony's Innovative World of Virtual Production
Join host Samantha Powell for an illuminating episode of "Backstage Pass: IC25," featuring an exclusive interview with Sony's Jaime Raffone and Jason Metcalfe…