The postseason is here! As the Firebirds ready for an opening-round, best-of-three duel with the division rival Calgary Wranglers, join in for this Media Roundtable, featuring: Shad Powers of The Desert Sun; NBC-Palm Springs lead sports anchor/'Birds' in-arena host & rinkside reporter, Tim O'Brien; and Matt Rose, Wranglers' color analyst and co-hos…

With the 'Birds winding-down the regular season and heading back to the playoffs, join in for this visit with electric CV rookie forward, Nathan Villeneuve. Questions or Comments on Fire & Ice? Get in touch with the host via this Text Message feature.By Judd Spicer

With the 'Birds jockeying for playoff position amid a mere eight games to play, tune in for this Deep-season Media Roundtable, featuring Tim O'Brien of NBC Palm Springs and Desert Sun columnist, Shad Powers. Questions or Comments on Fire & Ice? Get in touch with the host via this Text Message feature.…

As the 'Birds seek a late-season push amid a taut Pacific, join in for this chat with CV forward and Stanley Cup champion, Mitchell Stephens. Questions or Comments on Fire & Ice? Get in touch with the host via this Text Message feature.By Judd Spicer

As the season heats-up, so do the 'Birds. With just 16 games to play and CV leading the Pac, jump on the blue line for this visit with standout rookie defenseman, Ty Nelson. Questions or Comments on Fire & Ice? Get in touch with the host via this Text Message feature.By Judd Spicer

With the 'Birds on a heater and skating toward the top spot in the Pac, jump on the bench for this special visit with CV head coach, Derek Laxdal. Questions or Comments on Fire & Ice? Get in touch with the host via this Text Message feature.By Judd Spicer

One of the most interesting new technologies on the stadium technology scene is facial authentication, which is basically using a person's face to verify identity, as well as transactions from ticketing to concessions. Our guest today is Jeff Boehm, Chief Operating Officer of Wicket, here to discuss how the company brought facial authentication to …

Listen in a flash: Firebirds' speedster rook Lleyton Roed joins the show as CV rides a four-game heater and heads into the season's homestretch. Questions or Comments on Fire & Ice? Get in touch with the host via this Text Message feature.By Judd Spicer

With the AHL All-Star Classic heading our way on Feb. 2-3, join in for a seasonal report and All-Star prep, compliments of Patrick Williams, features writer for AHL.com. Questions or Comments on Fire & Ice? Get in touch with the host via this Text Message feature.By Judd Spicer

The 'Birds' mid-season has arrived (well, almost), so tune-in for peanut gallery genius as the host is joined by Andrew John of The Desert Sun and Tim O'Brien of NBC Palm Springs. Questions or Comments on Fire & Ice? Get in touch with the host via this Text Message feature.By Judd Spicer

One of the stadium technology product segments experiencing rapid deployment over the past couple years is the “walk-through” model of security scanners, which allow fans to pass through security screening without having to stop or divest items from pockets or bags. Listen in as we talk to Xtract One CEO Peter Evans about why venues are moving to n…

Pads, tape, skates, bags, sticks and much more -- this guest has the 'Birds covered. Join in for a visit with Shawn Thorns, Head Equipment Manager for the Firebirds. Questions or Comments on Fire & Ice? Get in touch with the host via this Text Message feature.By Judd Spicer

Left up/chin down in this visit with Firebirds' forward/enforcer, Ian McKinnon. Questions or Comments on Fire & Ice? Get in touch with the host via this Text Message feature.By Judd Spicer

With the soaring 'Birds riding a five-game win streak, lace-up this visit with veteran blueliner, Max Lajoie. Questions or Comments on Fire & Ice? Get in touch with the host via this Text Message feature.By Judd Spicer

"Red"-hot rookie Jagger Firkus joins the program to discuss his pro debut, coming from a small town and life as a ginger. Questions or Comments on Fire & Ice? Get in touch with the host via this Text Message feature.By Judd Spicer

The puck stops here. As the 'Birds fly further into their third season, go post-to-post in this visit with CV netminder Ales Stezka. Questions or Comments on Fire & Ice? Get in touch with the host via this Text Message feature.By Judd Spicer

Our guest today on the Stadium Tech Report podcast is Karl Pierburg, senior vice president and chief technology officer for the Atlanta Falcons, who will bring us up to date on the latest tech deployments at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, including a big bet on biometrics, and why keeping at the forefront is critical for a good fan experience. Only on the …

On the precipice of 'Birds' season No. 3, join in for this roster review with Troy Bodie, CV's VP of Hockey & Business Operations. Questions or Comments on Fire & Ice? Get in touch with the host via this Text Message feature.By Judd Spicer

Being the chief technology officer for a venue is a tough job -- but what happens when you're not just the CTO for one venue but for a whole long list of places? Joining us today on the podcast is Katee LaPoff, chief technology officer for the Oak View Group, also known as OVG, the live experience venue development, management, and premium hospital…

For the second time in as many years, the Firebirds do the Valley proud with a run to the Calder Cup Finals. Lace-up this season-finale episode, which includes an epilogue media interview with Dan Bylsma, and a Roundtable review of what was and what will be for the 'Birds. Questions or Comments on Fire & Ice? Get in touch with the host via this Tex…

The finish line is within sight . . . With the Firebirds holding a 2-1 series lead heading into Game 4 of the Calder Cup Finals rematch against Hershey, join in this Media Roundtable discussion featuring the host and Tim O'Brien of NBC Palm Springs, Andrew John of The Desert Sun and Patrick Williams, features writer for AHL.com Questions or Comment…

Hatch the Rematch: As the 'Birds and Bears ready for the first Calder Cup Finals redux since 1991, get prepped for the series with Firebirds' defenseman, Connor Carrick. Questions or Comments on Fire & Ice? Get in touch with the host via this Text Message feature.By Judd Spicer

Joining us today on the podcast is Katee LaPoff, chief technology officer for the Oak View Group, the live experience venue development, management, and premium hospitality company. Listen in as we get Katee's perspective on technology developments and deployments from the lens of her new position -- only on the Stadium Tech Report podcast!…

Winners of EIGHT consecutive playoff games, the 'Birds hold a 2-0 series lead in the West Finals, and hit the road for Milwaukee. Here to discuss with the host is Ads' play-by-play voice, Aaron Sims, Blake Arthur of KESQ and Shad Powers, columnist for The Desert Sun. Questions or Comments on Fire & Ice? Get in touch with the host via this Text Mess…

Headlines abound: A day before the 'Birds endeavor a Western Conference Finals rematch vs. Milwaukee, CV frontman Dan Bylsma is named the new head coach of the Seattle Kraken. Join in for a discussion of both fronts with Firebirds' forward John Hayden, and stay tuned for Big Day media presser clips with members of both team and staff. Questions or …

Bring out the broom: With a 3-0 series sweep of Ontario, the Firebirds advance to the Western Conference Finals for the second time in as many seasons. Join in the roundtable series recap, featuring the host with NBC's Tim O'Brien, Andrew John of The Desert Sun and Jared Shafran, Senior Manager of Communications & Content for the Ontario Reign. Que…

Fresh off a playoff win in the Division Semis, the Firebirds ascend to the Pacific Division Finals in a SoCal Showdown vs. the Ontario Reign. 'Birds' veteran center Devin Shore joins the program to discuss what was, what is and what will (hopefully) be. Questions or Comments on Fire & Ice? Get in touch with the host via this Text Message feature.…

We are joined today by Jon Jenkins, vice president of Just Walk Out for Amazon, to hear about why one of the world's largest retailers is targeting the stadium-specific concessions marketplace. Only on the Stadium Tech Report podcast!By Your host: Paul Kapustka, editor, Stadium Tech Report

With the 'Birds now full flight in the Calder Cup Playoffs, suit-up for a CV vs. Calgary Media Roundtable, featuring the host with Blake Arthur, Shad Powers and Matt Rose. Questions or Comments on Fire & Ice? Get in touch with the host via this Text Message feature.By Judd Spicer

With the regular season in the books and the playoffs afoot, join in for this visit with two-time AHL scoring champ and two-time Calder Cup winner, 'Birds' center, Andrew Poturalski. Questions or Comments on Fire & Ice? Get in touch with the host via this Text Message feature.By Judd Spicer

Listen in as Boldyn Networks chief commercial officer Jason Caliento discusses the company's survey of fans and how they perceive the impact of connectivity on live events. Only on the Stadium Tech Report Podcast!By Your host: Paul Kapustka, editor, Stadium Tech Report

Listen in as we talk with AiFi CEO Steve Carlin about the rise of checkout-free concession stands and why he thinks the market is just getting started. Only on the Stadium Tech Report podcast!By Your host: Paul Kapustka, editor, Stadium Tech Report

With the first-place Firebirds winding-down the regular season, get between the audio pipes via this visit with Hockey Hall of Famer and 'Birds' radio & TV analyst, Grant Fuhr. Questions or Comments on Fire & Ice? Get in touch with the host via this Text Message feature.By Judd Spicer

Wings up: As the 'Birds ready for a torrid finish to the regular season -- 15 games in 32 days -- lace-up this visit with Rookie of the Year candidate, CV center Logan Morrison. Questions or Comments on Fire & Ice? Get in touch with the host via this Text Message feature.By Judd Spicer

CV's points leader Kole Lind joins in to chat about the 'Birds' hot streak, his fresh penchant for assists and how his life story parallels that of "Youngblood." Questions or Comments on Fire & Ice? Get in touch with the host via this Text Message feature.By Judd Spicer

First-ever Euro guest! With the 'Birds leading the Pac and riding a 10-game point streak, join in for this visit with "Mr. FinLength," 6-foot-5 CV rookie defenseman, Ville Ottavainen. Questions or Comments on Fire & Ice? Get in touch with the host via this Text Message feature.By Judd Spicer

As the 'Birds return to the rink from the All Star Break, ready the mic & pen for this Media Roundtable, featuring Tim O'Brien of NBC Palm Springs and Andrew L. John of The Desert Sun. Questions or Comments on Fire & Ice? Get in touch with the host via this Text Message feature.By Judd Spicer

He eats steak, comes from a small town and loves to play physical -- sounds like a 2024 member of the Firebirds, right? Join in for this visit with 'Birds' standout rookie, Jacob Melanson. Questions or Comments on Fire & Ice? Get in touch with the host via this Text Message feature.By Judd Spicer

Listen in as we talk with St. Louis City SC chief experience officer Matt Sebek about how all the strategy and planning behind CityPark's innovative technology and operations set the table for the amazing first year of operations. Only on the Stadium Tech Report podcast!By Your host: Paul Kapustka, editor, Stadium Tech Report

As the 'Birds turn the calendar to 2024, get between the pipes via this visit with CV goaltending coach, Colin Zulianello. Questions or Comments on Fire & Ice? Get in touch with the host via this Text Message feature.By Judd Spicer

Close out the calendar year via this visit with the league's ultimate insider, Patrick Williams of AHL.com. Questions or Comments on Fire & Ice? Get in touch with the host via this Text Message feature.By Judd Spicer

Stadium tech report breaks down the results of our 2023 Stadium Connectivity Outlook survey with Verizon's Kevan Akers. Listen in to hear our analysis! Only on the Stadium Tech Report podcast!By Your host: Paul Kapustka, editor, Stadium Tech Report

Lace up the audio for a fascinating chat with Firebirds' defenseman and podcast host, Connor Carrick. Questions or Comments on Fire & Ice? Get in touch with the host via this Text Message feature.By Judd Spicer

The mic behind the ice: Tune in for this visit with Evan Pivnick, Firebirds' play-by-play voice and CV's Director of Broadcast & Communications. Questions or Comments on Fire & Ice? Get in touch with the host via this Text Message feature.By Judd Spicer

What does the future of the stadium fan experience look like? Listen in as we talk to Christian Lau, Chief Technology Officer for Major League Soccer's Los Angeles Football Club, about his views for the next generation of the event-day experience. Listen in, on the Stadium Tech Report podcast!By Your host: Paul Kapustka, editor, Stadium Tech Report

After a funky start to the season, the Firebirds have found a groove with three consecutive wins. The fuel behind the fire? This episode's guest, Shane Wright. Questions or Comments on Fire & Ice? Get in touch with the host via this Text Message feature.By Judd Spicer

With the 'Birds second season now underway, lace-up this chat with a fresh face to the flock, NHL veteran forward Devin Shore. Questions or Comments on Fire & Ice? Get in touch with the host via this Text Message feature.By Judd Spicer

With the puck soon to drop on the 'Birds' sequel season, join in for this visit with Troy Bodie, VP of Hockey Operations for CV. Questions or Comments on Fire & Ice? Get in touch with the host via this Text Message feature.By Judd Spicer

One of the hallmarks of the stadium technology user community is its willingness to quickly embrace technology that has been proven to work in another venue. That trait has fueled the recent success of the MatSing lens antennas, which in the past few years have gone from a curiosity to a rapidly accepted technology that can help solve many venue ce…

If you are a stadium technology professional, there may be no bigger change than to move from working at a baseball stadium to a busy indoor arena, where multiple different events mean a much different menu of challenges than a steady diet of baseball games. Listen in as we talk to Andrew McIntyre, senior vice president of technology and innovation…