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AVIXA PodcastsBACKSTAGE PASS: IC25 | Discussing AV Tech in Formula 1, IPMX... and Cheese Rolling?
In the penultimate episode of Backstage Pass before InfoComm 2025, the crew is joined by two special guests. First, Carey Johnson chats with Ben Gabrielson of…
AVIXA PodcastsBACKSTAGE PASS: IC25 | How Crestron Captivates with Content, Collaboration, and Control
In this special episode of Backstage Pass: IC25, Samantha Powell is joined by Brad Hintze and Joel Mulpeter of Crestron to discuss how they are going into…
AVIXA PodcastsXCEPTIONAL INSIGHTS | Ep. 20: A Departing Economist's Retrospective on AV
In this episode of Xceptional Insights, Peter Hansen bids farewell to the AV community as he begins a new adventure in the professional association world. Sean…
AVIXA PodcastsBACKSTAGE PASS: IC25 | Enterprise Networks with RUCKUS & Assistive Listening with Listen Technologies
In this episode of "Backstage Pass: IC25," join host Samantha Powell, Ben Barnard and Narin Nara as they dive into the future of enterprise networking and…
AVIXA PodcastsBACKSTAGE PASS: IC25 | The AVIXA TV Crew Visits Orlando on a Mission
In this episode of Backstage Pass, Samantha Powell is joined by "Substitute Ben" Narin Nara to chat about their recent adventure to Orlando for a…
AVIXA PodcastsBACKSTAGE PASS: IC25 | Collaboration Reimagined! Finding the Right Solution with Avocor
In this Backstage Pass: IC25 special, host Ben Barnard is joined by Dana Corey, GM and SVP of Global Sales at Avocor, to chat about today's conferencing and…
AVIXA PodcastsBACKSTAGE PASS: IC25 | Power Moves & Future Views with OptiSigns and Visit Orlando
In this episode of Backstage Pass, AVIXA's Carey Johnson sits down with John Shelley of OptiSigns to chat about opening their first booth at Infocomm ever!…
AVIXA PodcastsTECH SUPPORT | Ep. 5: Broadcast AV Questions Answered with Josh Ashcraft of Ross Video
In this episode of Tech Support, AVIXA's Mark Metzger is joined by Josh Ashcraft, Solutions Architect at Ross Video, to answer your burning questions on…
AVIXA PodcastsBACKSTAGE PASS: IC25 | Sean von Tagen of Pro Cyc Discusses the Future of Studio Production and More!
In this episode of Backstage Pass, AVIXA's Mark Metzger sits down with Sean von Tagen of Pro Cyc, Inc. to chat about how the green screen business is evolving…
AVIXA PodcastsXCEPTIONAL INSIGHTS | Ep. 19: How Tariffs Can Impact Your Pro Audiovisual Business?
In this episode of Xceptional Insights by AVIXA, Sean Wargo and Peter Hansen discuss how the recent news of tariffs in the United States will ripple across the…
AVIXA PodcastsBACKSTAGE PASS: IC25 | Ep. 1: New Year, New InfoComm in Orlando!
In the new season of Backstage Pass, host Samantha Powell and Ben Barnard gear up towards the InfoComm 2025 show in Orlando, Florida. This episode features an…
AVIXA PodcastsTECH SUPPORT | Ep. 4: Virtual Insanity! Max Paiement of Ross Video Answers Virtual Studio Questions
In this episode of Tech Support, AVIXA's Mark Metzger is joined by Max Paiement, Technical Solutions Manager of Ross Video, to answer your burning questions…
AVIXA PodcastsTECH SUPPORT | Ep. 3: Pro Studio Design Questions Answered w/ Ryan Haberman of Forecast Consoles
Ever wonder how furniture can help enhance a production space? In this episode of Tech Support, AVIXA's Leon Prather is joined by Ryan Haberman, CEO of…
AVIXA PodcastsXCEPTIONAL INSIGHTS | Ep. 18: What ISE 2025 Tells Us About Tomorrow's Pro AV World
In this special episode of Xceptional Insights, Sean Wargo and Peter Hansen check in from Barcelona, Spain to be a part of Integrated Systems Europe 2025. Sean…
AVIXA PodcastsTECH SUPPORT | Ep. 2: Jack Drury of Shure Answers Your Audio and Podcasting Questions
Join host Leon Prather for an episode of AVIXA’s Tech Support podcast, recorded live from Integrated Systems Europe 2025. In this episode, Leon welcomes Jack…
AVIXA PodcastsAV UNPLUGGED | Ep. 4: How Broadcast Technology Powers Snapchat HQ in London
In the latest episode of "AV Unplugged," host Mark Metzger of AVIXA sits down with Barney Christopher from Snap Inc. and Nancy Diaz Curiel from Ross Video to…
AVIXA PodcastsBACKSTAGE PASS: ISE 2025 | Ep. 8: From the AVIXA TV Studio in Barcelona!
Welcome to the eighth episode of Backstage Pass, from the AVIXA TV Studio at Integrated Systems Europe 2025 in Barcelona! Hosts Samantha Powell and Ben Barnard…
AVIXA PodcastsBACKSTAGE PASS: ISE 2025 | Ep. 7: Know Before You Go! Maximizing Your ISE Experience
Prepare to make the most out of Integrated Systems Europe 2025 with this essential "Know Before You Go" episode of "Backstage Pass: ISE 2025," hosted by…
AVIXA PodcastsBACKSTAGE PASS: ISE 2025 | Ep. 6: Catching Up with Televic and NETGEAR AV Before the Show
Join Ben Barnard and special guest host Carey Johnson for the 6th episode of "Backstage Pass: ISE 2025," where we explore the forefront of conferencing and…
AVIXA PodcastsBACKSTAGE PASS: ISE 2025 | Ep. 5: A Look at the Future of Collaboration with Avocor
In this episode of "Backstage Pass: ISE 2025," hosts Samantha Powell and Ben Barnard invite you to explore the forefront of interactive and collaboration…
AVIXA PodcastsXceptional Insights | Ep. 17: The Road Forward in 2025 for Pro AV
Welcome to another episode of Xceptional Insights, where we analyze and discuss the economics of the professional audiovisual industry. In this episode, Sean…
AVIXA PodcastsBACKSTAGE PASS: ISE 2025 | Ep. 4: Catching Up with VIZRT and Lightware on the Road to ISE
Join hosts Ben Barnard and Samantha Powell for another episode Backstage Pass: ISE 2025 where we explore the cutting-edge innovations transforming the AV…
AVIXA PodcastsBACKSTAGE PASS: ISE 2025 | Ep. 3: Lending a Helping Hand to Valencia, and the Future of the AV
In this episode of "Backstage Pass: ISE 2025," we connect with Juan José Vila, who shares his heartfelt efforts in aiding those impacted by the devastating…
AVIXA PodcastsAV UNPLUGGED | Ep. 3: From Classrooms to the Cosmos – How Epiphan Transforms Video Workflows
Join Joe Dunbar from Starin for a special episode of AV Unplugged as he sits down with George Birchall from Epiphan to dive into the transformative role of…
AVIXA PodcastsAV UNPLUGGED | Ep. 2: Insights for AV Integrators - The Future of Broadcast AV with Starin
In this episode of AV Unplugged, Mark Metzger sits down with Rich D’Angelo, Chris Neto, and Jeff Barnes from Starin to explore the convergence of broadcast and…
AVIXA PodcastsBackstage Pass: ISE 2025 | Ep. 2: Catching up with Mina Patel
In the second episode of "Backstage Pass: ISE 2025," host Ben Barnard sits down with Mina Patel, Video Conference and Online Safety Lead for the London Borough…
AVIXA PodcastsBACKSTAGE PASS: ISE 2025 | Ep. 1: Meet the AVIXA TV at ISE 2025 Presenters!
Welcome to a new year of Backstage Pass: ISE 2025! In this first episode of the season, we introduce you to the dynamic team that will guide you through the…
AVIXA PodcastsAV UNPLUGGED | Ep. 1: From Corporate to Virtual - Trends and Tech with Ross Video
Welcome to the debut episode of AV Unplugged by AVIXA TV, where we break down the dynamic world of audiovisual tech news, trends and discussions. Hosted by…
AVIXA PodcastsTECH SUPPORT | Ep.1: AV Experts Answer Your Burning Questions on AV and Facilities
Welcome to the debut episode of "Tech Support" by AVIXA, your go-to podcast for tackling technical questions in the audiovisual world. In this episode, join…
AVIXA PodcastsXceptional Insights | Ep. 16: The Macroeconomic Situation? Looking Back at the 2024 IOTA Forecast
In this episode of Xceptional Insights, market intelligence experts Sean Wargo and Peter Hansen dive into the findings from the June 2024 IOTA (Industry…
AVIXA PodcastsAV Reacts | Ep. 9: The Epic AV Experiences in Sports (So Far in 2024)
In this exciting episode of AV Reacts, Leon is joined by Alesia Hendley, Gibran Nassif and Narin Nara to explore how audiovisual technology is transforming the…
AVIXA PodcastsXceptional Insights | Ep. 15: Navigating Recession: Impact on the Pro AV Industry
Welcome to Episode 15 of Xceptional Insights, the podcast that dives deep into the most pressing issues in the economics of the pro AV industry. Hosted by Sean…
AVIXA PodcastsBackstage Pass: InfoComm India | Catching up with Harman and Wesco-Anixter Before the Show
Welcome to the second episode of Backstage Pass: InfoComm India! In this edition, hosts Sowmya Siddippaji and Manoj Kumar bring you two interviews with leading…
AVIXA PodcastsBackstage Pass: InfoComm India 2024 | Expanding Workspace Connectivity in India and Beyond with Avocor
Welcome to Backstage Pass: InfoComm India! Hosted by Sowmya Siddippaji and Manoj Kumar, this episode shines a spotlight on Avocor, a company specializing in…
AVIXA PodcastsXceptional Insights | Ep. 14: Trends from InfoComm 2024 and the IOTA Report
In this episode of Xceptional Insights, Peter and Sean explore some of the different verticals that were trending at InfoComm 2024, and compare it to the…
AVIXA PodcastsAV Reacts | Ep. 8: AR and VR Tech in the Mainstream
In this episode of AV Reacts, Leon is joined by AVIXA's Iulia Popescu and HETMA's Britt Yenser at InfoComm 2024 to chat about how AR and VR been featured in…
AVIXA PodcastsBackstage Pass | A Look at InfoComm Asia with June Ko
Welcome to the 5th and very special episode of Backstage Pass! At InfoComm 2024, Sam and Ben sat down with June Ko of InfoCommAsia to discuss what will be…
AVIXA PodcastsBackstage Pass: IC24 | How RealMotion brings Immersion to Multimedia Installations
In this episode of Backstage Pass: IC24, we delve into the world of multimedia and interactive installations with RealMotion. Narin Nara of AVIXA is joined by…
AVIXA PodcastsBackstage Pass: IC24 | Bringing the (IoT) Power to Vegas with Switch Always On
Join us for an energizing episode of Backstage Pass: IC24, where hosts Samantha Powell and Ben Barnard bring you exclusive insights ahead of InfoComm 2024 in…
AVIXA PodcastsBackstage Pass: IC24 | Innovating Communication with Televic
Welcome to another episode of Backstage Pass, where hosts Samantha Powell and Ben Barnard take you behind the scenes of InfoComm 2024, and introduce you to…
AVIXA PodcastsBeyond Visual Podcast | Understanding Mental Wellness with Rachel Hunt and Matt de Gannes
In this episode of Beyond Visual, we take a look into the heart of mental wellness in the workplace. Join Samantha Powell as she hosts an engaging discussion…
AVIXA PodcastsBackstage Pass: IC24 | Viva InfoComm 2024!
It's InfoComm season! In this episode of Backstage Pas: IC24, Sam and Ben chat about their show preparation, and are joined by a group of esteemed guests…
AVIXA PodcastsXceptional Insights | Ep. 13: The Utilization of Corporate Spaces in 2024
While the corporate environment has evolved to include work from home solutions over the years, the in-person experience has continued to introduce new…
AVIXA PodcastsAV Reacts | Ep. 7: How AI Can Enhance the Content Creation Process
To many, AI brings a feeling of uneasiness when it comes to it's abilities and how we do our work. However, as a content creator, it becomes another piece of…
AVIXA PodcastsXceptional Insights | Ep. 12: The 2024 AV Market Outlook
In this episode of Xceptional Insights, Sean Wargo and Peter Hansen explore and predict their thoughts on the 2024 market for the AV industry.
AVIXA PodcastsThe Idea Xchange | Maximizing Digital Displays on USC's Campus with Korbyt
Join Lex Evans, Customer Experience Designer at the University of Southern California, Lance Ford, Education advocate and Zoom Room Specialist at Zoom, and…
AVIXA PodcastsAV Reacts | Ep. 6: Super Bowl LVIII: How AV is Evolving the Game
Every year, the Super Bowl brings a sports and entertainment spectacle like no other. But where does audiovisual technology come into play? Joining Leon from…
AVIXA PodcastsXceptional Insights | Ep. 11: Exploring the Tech and Trends at ISE 2024
In this episode of Xceptional Insights, Sean and Peter discuss the tech and trends at Integrated Systems Europe 2024. Whether it's how AV is utilizing AI in…
AVIXA PodcastsBackstage Pass: ISE 2024 | On Location! A Look Back at ISE 2024
Sam and Ben have arrived and conquered ISE 2024! The duo takes a look back at a great week and discussed their takeaways from an incredible show. Also joining…
AVIXA PodcastsBackstage Pass: ISE 2024 | How Lutron is Lighting the Way to Barcelona
In this special episode, brought to you by our friends at Lutron, Ben Barnard sits down with Matt Jacks to chat about what how the lighting control company…
AVIXA PodcastsBeyond Visual Podcast | Building a Dream from Singapore to America: A Conversation with Rainy Fu
In this episode of the Beyond Visual Podcast, Samantha Powell sits down with Rainy Fu of Design Never Sleeps and Spotify. Rainy chats about how her dreams…
AVIXA PodcastsXceptional Insights | Ep. 10: A Look Back at the AV Industry in 2023
In the 10th episode of Xceptional Insights, Sean Wargo and Peter Hansen look back at the economics and trends in AV as the industry continues to build back.
AVIXA PodcastsXceptional Insights | Ep. 9: Exploring the Experience Economy
In the 9th episode of Xceptional Insights, Sean and Peter discuss exploring the experience economy. The AV industry is expected to grow 100 billion dollars…
AVIXA PodcastsBackstage Pass: ISE 2024 | When in Catalonia…
Sam and Ben chat about some of the things ISE visitors can experience while at the show. Also featured on this episode is Sanj Surati of Tiger Heart, and Joe…
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AV Reacts | Ep. 5: Virtual Production: A Technical Marvel
The emergence of virtual production tech has elevated the filming process of your favorite blockbusters to the next level. But how far back can we trace these…
AVIXA PodcastsAV Reacts | Ep. 4: A Uniquely Vegas Ex(sphere)ience
In this episode of AV Reacts, the AV pros take a look at the Las Vegas phenomenon known as the Sphere. Leon Prather is joined by UCLA's Joe Way, Genevieve…
AVIXA PodcastsBackstage Pass: ISE 2024 | Your Backstage Pass: The Road to Barcelona Begins
Join hosts Samantha Powell and Ben Barnard as they begin show preparations for Integrated Systems Europe in Barcelona! Featured in this episode is the big guy…
AVIXA PodcastsBeyond Visual Podcast | How the AV Community Creates a Sense of Belonging: A Conversation with Frank Padikkala
As the chair of the AVIXA Diversity Council, Frank Padikkala has worked to make the pro AV industry a more inclusive and welcoming environment for all. In this…
AVIXA PodcastsAV Reacts | Ep. 3: The Spooky World of AV Nightmares
Have you ever been to a place and thought "wow, that is some great AV!" Well... this podcast episode will contain none of that. In this AV Reacts…
AVIXA PodcastsBeyond Visual Podcast | Rebuilding Lives Through Foster Parenting: A Conversation with Terrance Cooley
Terrance Cooley is the Chief Information Office in a division of the US Air Force. While the early years of his life were tragic and extremely challenging…