Beste Raves podcaster (2025)

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The Ebbs and Flows of Nightlife: Connie Girl, Eric De La Cruz and Shawn Dickerson 46:38

3d ago46:38

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Connie Girl, Eric De La Cruz and Shawn Dickerson join host Tovah Feinberg for a live panel discussion recorded at Libera in NYC on March 13, 2025. These esteemed and legendary luminaires- each in their own right, shed light through their lenses of experiences and wisdom to guide, inspire- and perhaps help steady worries during these turbulent times…

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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1417: Get a Sneak Peek at Nanolumens’ Big Plans for InfoComm 2025! 16:15

4d ago16:15

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Nanolumens is expanding its lineup at InfoComm 2025 with the new Aurora Processing platform and a one-of-a-kind see-through microLED system. I sat down with Kurt DeYoung, Nanolumens’ chief revenue officer, to give you a sneak peek at what’s coming — and what you’ll see when you visit them in booth 3081. Watch it now!

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Songs That Tell Stories 1:23:56

6d ago1:23:56

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Join us for a special National Tell a Story Day episode of Big Blend Radio’s BIG DAILY BLEND Show, featuring musician, producer, and cohost Joey Stuckey! From emotional instrumentals and heartfelt folk to energetic classic rock and storytelling country tunes, we dive into the world of music that tells stories. Don’t miss our curated Songs That Tell…

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Fixing Returns with Carly Bigi 13:02

21d ago13:02

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Send us a text This week, Ryan speaks with Carly Bigi who is the founder of Laws of Motion. They discuss the problem of returns and how machine learning can solve it.Av Ryan Thomas McInturf

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In Your Ear: Seriously?! 6:01

3d ago6:01

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Everything and nothing in synchronicity. Because a music centered life doesn't mean one or the other. Have an insatiable appetite for all things rave? Subscribe to the Rants and Raves newsletter on Substack for columns and audio emailed directly to you. And to listen in on future interviews with nightlife legends, follow Rants and Raves on your fav…

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Vitalik: An Ethereum Story 16:07

17d ago16:07

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On this episode of Big Blend Radio, directors Zach Ingrasci and Chris Temple discuss their film VITALIK: AN ETHEREUM STORY that provides an intimate look at the humanity and vision behind a technological revolution. Through exclusive interviews with Vitalik Buterin, his parents, and leading tech figures—including Dmitry Buterin, Danny Ryan, Itzel Y…

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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1416: The Most Configurable Lectern for Higher Ed — Meet the EVOLVE Line from Computer Comforts 19:18

23d ago19:18

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If you’re in higher ed and haven’t heard of Computer Comforts, let me fix that. The company has been building custom lecterns, classroom desks and media furniture for nearly four decades — and now they’ve launched something game-changing: the EVOLVE line. Think of it as the Swiss Army Knife of lecterns — modular, scalable and built from the ground …

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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1415: Datavideo’s VoiceTRX100 is the Easiest Way to Add Auto 4K Switching to Your Podcast Studio 10:23

30d ago10:23

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In this episode of Rants & rAVes, I got a hands-on look at the new Datavideo VoiceTRX100, an AI-based video switcher designed specifically for podcasting. No technical director required. It uses voice tracking to automatically cut between speakers in 4K, making your show look polished and professional with zero effort. Joining me are Craig Moffat, …

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Rants & rAVes — 1414: Steph Takeover: Brandy Alvarado-Miranda on WAVIT’s Mary Cook Scholarship 10:23

1M ago10:23

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In this Steph Takeover episode of Rants & rAVes, I sat down with Brandy Alvarado-Miranda, founder/director of WAVIT, to talk about a scholarship that really means something. The Mary Cook Empowerment Award: Designing the Future honors the legacy of a true trailblazer in our industry. Mary wasn’t just a force in AV — she was a mentor, an advocate an…

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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1413: Here’s What Panasonic Has Planned for NAB Show 2025 12:35

1M ago12:35

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In this Rants & rAVes episode, I caught up with Keith Vidger, engineering manager for professional video and audio at Panasonic Connect, to get a full preview of what the company has in store for NAB Show 2025. Panasonic is going big this year, with five dedicated product stations inside its booth. The focus? A strong mix of production, broadcast a…

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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1412: A State of the ProAV Market With AVIXA’s Dave Labuskes 29:17

1M ago29:17

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In this episode, I sat down with AVIXA CEO Dave Labuskes for a candid conversation about the current state of the ProAV market. We covered a lot of ground — tariffs, market growth, the experience economy and where AV, unified communications and digital signage are headed in 2025 and beyond. Dave always brings sharp insight and perspective, and this…

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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1411: LG Embeds BrightSign OS Into Its UH5N Displays 7:28

1M ago7:28

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LG just became the first display company to embed the full BrightSign operating system into its digital signage displays — and I think this is a big deal. The company’s new UH5N Series (available in 43-, 55- and 65-inch models) now ships with both LG webOS and the full BrightSign OS built in. This isn’t just a CMS add-on — it’s the actual BrightSig…

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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1410: Michelle Montazeri on DSF’s Busy Start to 2025 10:48

1M ago10:48

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In this Steph takeover episode, I spoke with Michelle Montazeri, board member of the Digital Signage Federation (DSF), about what the org has been up to in Q1 — and spoiler alert: It’s a lot. From community outreach and industry events to a peek at what’s coming the rest of the year, Michelle breaks down how DSF is building momentum and how you can…

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Protecting & Growing brands with Mathilde 36:04

1M ago36:04

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Send us a text This week, Ryan speaks with Fashion veteran Mathilde Bétinas of OnTheList. They discuss how their platform protects brands while growing their audience. They also share her experience in Montreal.Av Ryan Thomas McInturf

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Weather Music with Joey Stuckey 1:13:08

1M ago1:13:08

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This episode of Big Blend Radio's BIG DAILY BLEND Show with cohost musician Joey Stuckey celebrates Weather Music in honor of today (March 23) being World Meteorological Day. This show is dedicated to our friend in music, Billy James of Glass Onyon PR. CHECK OUT OUR WEATHER MUSIC PLAYLIST on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/5c7hva5j Here's the link for…

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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1409: What NETGEAR AV Is Bringing to NAB Show 2025 5:38

1M ago5:38

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NETGEAR’s director of marketing, John Henkel, joins me to share what the company is bringing to NAB Show 2025 in booth SL8913. Along with launching Engage 2.0, NETGEAR will demo its switching and routing solutions for SMPTE ST 2110 and ProAV, plus a new Wi-Fi 7 access point. John also reveals a new NETGEAR partner that’s making big moves in the AI …

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Live Shows and a Life in Music: Josh Caffé 56:26

2M ago56:26

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From his formative years to those now spent electrifying stages worldwide, Josh Caffé’s life has been one immersed in music. Decadently so. As a rare artist who’s mastered production, singing/songwriting, performing and DJing, Josh is a jack of all trades- who will jack your body to boot. But though his predilection and fascination with music were …

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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1408: Steph Takeover: Enterprise Connect 2025 Preview With Eric Krapf 14:16

2M ago14:16

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It’s a Steph Takeover on this episode of Rants & rAVes! I sat down with Eric Krapf, general manager and program chair of Enterprise Connect, to get the inside scoop on what’s coming up at this year’s show. We talked about the biggest trends shaping enterprise communications, the must-see sessions and what makes Enterprise Connect 2025 stand out. If…

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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1407: Why You Can’t Miss Exertis Almo’s E4 Experience NY Metro 11:09

2M ago11:09

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In this takeover episode of Rants & rAVes, I sit down with Exertis Almo’s Dan Smith (EVP) and John Riley (SVP Sales – East) to dive into everything you need to know about the E4 Experience NY Metro on April 2. We cover the latest ProAV tech, CTS RU-certified courses (including mine!) and why this event is a must-attend for integrators and end users…

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Leah Rothstein - Author, Community Organizer, Housing Program Expert 32:34

2M ago32:34

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In observance of World Social Justice Day, this episode of Big Blend Radio features Leah Rothstein, a veteran community organizer, local housing program expert, and co-author of "Just Action: How to Challenge Segregation Enacted Under the Color of Law" (Liveright: June 2023), which will be released in paperback on March 4, 2025. In 2017 Richard Rot…

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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1406: An Exertis Almo E4 Preview With Dan Smith and Kevin Welling 12:38

2M ago12:38

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In this takeover of Gary Kayye’s Rants & rAVes podcast, I’m joined by Dan Smith, EVP/COO, and Kevin Welling, senior vice president of sales west at Exertis Almo. We discuss the upcoming E4 Experience events, what we’re most excited about and what attendees can expect. I also share details about the class and exclusive VIP tour I’ll be leading at E4…

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Rez Comedy - Keith Nahanee and Quentin Lee 16:37

3M ago16:37

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After the Canadian Screen Awards qualification theatrical run in Toronto last October, "Rez Comedy," the first all Indigenous stand-up comedy feature documentary world premieres on SVOD on AAM.tv and TVOD on Amazon Prime on Friday February 14, 2025. Hear all about REZ COMEDY on this episode of Big Blend Radio with Keith Nahanee, rising Squamish nat…

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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1405: WyreStorm Heads to ISE 2025 With New UCC Solutions; Here’s the Scoop 7:29

3M ago7:29

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I was joined by WyreStorm’s director of product development, Zec Voislav, who shared the company’s plans for new products at ISE 2025 — and it’s all about UCC. In addition to new BYOD solutions, WyreStorm will introduce the SW-640L, a switcher that manages HDMI, USB-C, and wireless signals; the MX-0402, a 4×2 switcher that handles both HDMI and USB…

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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1404: Aurora Multimedia Unveils RXT-4DV and VPX-UC1 Ultra at ISE 2025 7:35

3M ago7:35

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In this pre-ISE-2025 episode, I chat with Aurora Multimedia CEO Paul Harris about what the company is bringing to the show — including the new RXT-4DV, which adds 4K AV-over-IP to the ReAX Room Controller lineup. Plus, Aurora is debuting the VPX-UC1 Ultra, an all-new wireless sharing solution. Watch to get the inside scoop, and be sure to visit boo…

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In Your Ear: For Those Curiously Minded 7:21

3M ago7:21

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Is the ceaseless cycle of catacalysmic current events occupying to much of your mind?! Focusing on the new rather than the news can at once surprise AND delight you. While it’s no easy to task, it’s one anyone can at least try and put their mind to. Have an insatiable appetite for all things rave? Subscribe to the Rants and Raves newsletter on Subs…

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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1403: XTEN-AV Brings AI Enhancements and New Project Management Features to ISE 2025 13:20

3M ago13:20

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I sat down with XTEN-AV co-founders Vibhav Singh and Sahil Dhingra to get an exclusive first look at their latest innovation ahead of ISE 2025. They debuted a live demo of X-PRO, a new project management module within XTEN-AV’s cloud-based AV design software. This functionality is a game-changer for AV integrators, streamlining workflows and adding…

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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1402: Logitech at ISE 2025 — Rally Board, Spot and Daisy-Chaining Sight Cameras 9:29

3M ago9:29

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I had the chance to chat with Nathan Coutinho, Logitech’s global head of strategic partner relations and market insights, ahead of ISE 2025. Nathan shared insights into Logitech’s new workplace sensor, the Logitech Spot, and explained how the Rally Board 65 collaboration board enhances hybrid work environments. Plus, he detailed the exciting new ca…

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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1401: Exertis Almo’s 2025 Growth Strategy and an Update on Its Sale 19:51

3M ago19:51

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In November 2024, DCC Technology announced its plans to divest from technology and focus on energy markets, signaling that Exertis Almo (DCC Technology North America) would eventually be acquired. To get the latest on the situation, I spoke with Exertis Almo Executive Vice President Dan Smith, and Chief Digital and Innovation Officer Vishal Chhatra…

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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1400: Catchbox Highlights Catchbox Plus for Education and Workplaces at ISE 2025 6:56

3M ago6:56

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In this pre-ISE 2025 videocast, I spoke with Aleksejs Kolpakovs, vice president of commerce at Catchbox, about the company’s plans for the show. Known for its throwable and catchable microphone, Catchbox is focusing on the applications of Catchbox Plus in education and workplace settings. Catchbox Plus, launched in 2024, simplifies the addition of …

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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1399: Navori Labs to Unveil New AI Signage Solutions, Expanded Ecosystem Partners at ISE 2025 14:02

3M ago14:02

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I had the chance to chat with Jeffrey Weitzman, managing director of Navori Labs, about what the company has planned for ISE 2025. Navori Labs, a leader in AI integration since 2018, will showcase new AI signage solutions and highlight collaborations with ecosystem partners to simplify solutions for integrators and end users. Catch Navori Labs on s…

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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1398: Xyte Showcases Cloud-Based Platform to Simplify Managed Services for Integrators at ISE 2025 7:51

3M ago7:51

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I had the chance to chat with Andrew Gross, VP of sales at Xyte, about how its cloud-based platform is making it easier for AV and IT integrators to deliver managed services. Andrew explained how the platform streamlines operations and helps integrators provide more value to their clients. Xyte will be at ISE 2025 on stand 2P300 — check out this vi…

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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1397: Snap Install, the Season of Giving and the Polar Plunge 9:59

3M ago9:59

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It’s a Steph takeover on Rants & rAVes! In this episode, I chat with Tony Green about Snap Install‘s commitment to community and giving back. We dive into the company’s participation in the Polar Plunge, a one-of-a-kind fundraiser supporting Special Olympics Minnesota athletes, where participants take a leap into icy waters for a great cause. Tune …

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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1396: Yealink Will Focus on AI and Launch AVOne at ISE 2025 6:52

3M ago6:52

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I was joined by Fuhan Lee in this pre-ISE 2025 videocast to talk about everything that Yealink will demo in their stand, 2R500, at ISE 2025 in Barcelona next month. AI-based UCC solutions will be a big part of their showing but, they will also debut something called AVOne, too. Here’s the scoop!

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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1395: Lightware Heads to ISE 2025 With Expanded TAURUS USB Solutions 7:35

3M ago7:35

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I had the opportunity to catch up with Roger Takacs, executive VP of sales at Lightware, to get a preview of what’s coming from the company at ISE 2025. Known for its USB and USC docking and collaboration solutions, Lightware is set to debut at least 10 new products this year. Highlights include the new Dual Screen Extended Desktop Taurus, a 1×1 Pr…

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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1394: Shure to Showcase New Products at ISE 2025 With Focus on AV Integrators 7:27

3M ago7:27

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Peter Herr, Shure’s global marketing director, joined me on my pre-ISE-2025 videocast to preview what’s in store for the company at ISE 2025. While details are still under wraps, Shure will celebrate its 100th anniversary at booth 3N300. The company is focusing on Microsoft certification and introducing streamlined solutions for the AV integrator c…

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Rants & rAVes Episode: 1393: Humly Heads to ISE 2025 With a New Launch! 8:48

3M ago8:48

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I had the chance to sit down with Anders Karlsson, CEO of Humly, to talk about the company’s impressive growth in 2024 and what’s on the horizon for 2025. Humly has carved out a unique space in the market with its beautifully designed desk booking and room display solutions that make workspace utilization more efficient. Anders shared some great in…

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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1392: Christie Digital Unveils New Ultra-High-Brightness Projector Line and More at ISE 2025 17:22

3M ago17:22

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I sat down with Joel St-Denis, director of product management, and Jerome Grimminck, technical sales manager at Christie Digital, to talk about their big plans for ISE 2025. One of the highlights? Christie is launching a brand-new ultra-high-brightness projector line that’s set to turn heads. The company is also introducing a new content management…

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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1391: Heckler Design at ISE 2025: New AV Furniture, Partnerships and Style 6:06

4M ago6:06

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I had the pleasure of chatting with Dean Heckler, president of Heckler Design, about what the company will be showcasing at ISE 2025 in stand 1B405. Known for its sleek and stylish AV credenzas, display stands and carts, Heckler Design is taking things up a notch this year. The company will not only expand its product lineup but will also unveil ex…

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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1390: SpinetiX at ISE 2025 — Gesture Control and New Widgets Unveiled 8:05

4M ago8:05

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I sat down with Francesco Ziliani, CEO of SpinetiX, to hear all about the company’s exciting plans for ISE 2025 at stand 4R440. SpinetiX is set to debut a groundbreaking AI-powered gesture control interface integrated with Q-SYS and introduce more widgets to enhance its digital signage platform. Plus, the company is offering free hands-on training …

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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1389: Get Ready for ISE 2025 — Insights from Mike Blackman and What to Expect 13:08

4M ago13:08

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I had the chance to catch up with Mike Blackman, managing director of ISE, in a pre-ISE-2025 videocast to discuss everything you need to know about this year’s show. From the keynote lineup to incredible projection mapping demos and even a brand-new Esports Pavilion, ISE 2025 promises to be the ultimate event for both commercial and residential AV …

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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1388: ASPEED Will Be at ISE to Add More AV-over-IP to the UCC Market 7:37

4M ago7:37

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I had the pleasure of sitting down with Lester Liu, sales manager at ASPEED, for a pre-ISE-2025 videocast to talk about some exciting updates. ASPEED has big plans to continue expanding its AV-over-IP solutions in the UCC market, and Lester shared some great insights into how the company’s technology is poised to make a difference. But that’s not a…

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Rants & rAVes — Episode: 1387: Gary Gets the Scoop on Google’s ISE 2025 Plans! 7:19

4M ago7:19

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For today’s pre-ISE 2025 videocast, I had the chance to chat with Quentin Esterhuizen, Google’s product management lead for Google Meet Hardware. Quentin shared exciting details about what Google has planned for the show — including a hint at a big surprise they’ll be demoing right on the show floor. Don’t miss it — watch now, and be sure to visit …

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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1386: Here’s Everything Crestron Has Planned for ISE 2025! 6:43

4M ago6:43

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I caught up with Crestron’s Executive VP of global marketing, Brad Hintze, to talk all things ISE 2025. The show is less than a month away, and Crestron will take the opportunity to showcase its newest products and technologies in immersive experiences — see them in real applications. Brad details what’s planned and even hints at something BIG that…

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The World of Artificial Intelligence 1:11:02

4M ago1:11:02

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This Big Blend Radio panel discussion delves into the world of Artificial Intelligence, from how and why it was created, to how it has advanced and is used today as an effective tool in numerous industries, as well as its proprietary dangers, especially regarding the arts. FEATURED GUESTS: - DR MARSCHALL RUNGE - Executive VP for Medical Affairs at …

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