Best Prosound Podcasts (2025)

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#309 - Chris “Smoother” Smyth - Navigating the Music Industry: Insights from Smoother 1:47:03

1d ago1:47:03

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Founder & CFO, Delicate Productions Chris “Smoother” Smyth is the founder and CFO of Delicate Productions, with over 45 years in live event production. His career began in the early ’70s with a spontaneous leap onto a U.S. tour, eventually working with artists like Genesis, Leo Sayer, Patti Smith, and Kiss. A pivotal tour with Supertramp led to the…

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FutureTech - The Versatility and Impact of the Elation PULSE 8:25

7d ago8:25

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Learn about the transformative power of Elation PULSE technology, from dazzling New Year’s Eve displays at the Seattle Space Needle to the revitalization of Truth Nightclub in Johannesburg. Discover how cutting-edge fixtures like the PULSE Bar and PULSE Panel conquer logistical challenges and enhance audience experiences worldwide. Chris and Lacy s…

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FutureTech - Mainlight's Legacy and Innovations in Live Events 8:16

15d ago8:16

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Join us and discover Main Light's 42-year legacy in live event production, plus their recently expanded inventory featuring CHAINMASTER D8 hoists, and the rigorous equipment testing in their state-of-the-art facilities in all locations. Our hosts share personal experiences, emphasizing the role of reliability, innovative solutions, and exceptional …

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#308 - Sooner Routhier - Innovative Approaches to Show Design 1:12:13

17d ago1:12:13

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Sooner Rae Routhier is an award-winning show designer and creative producer behind some of the most iconic live performances of the past two decades. Her work with artists like Coldplay, Green Day, The Weeknd, Paramore, Muse, and Rihanna has been seen on global tours and major broadcasts including The AMA’s, The Voice, and The Tonight Show. A two-t…

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FutureTech - Lighting Innovations with Elation and Dakota Theater 9:28

17d ago9:28

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Discover how Dakota Theater in The Hague transformed its events with Elation's groundbreaking LED systems, supported by Rolight. This episode highlights the KL and FUZE series, detailing their precision, energy efficiency, and creative versatility, which benefit theaters, live shows, and cinematic setups alike. Learn how these innovations redefine …

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#307 - Kim Martin - Women in Lighting: Breaking Barriers and Building Careers - LEADING LADIES 2:03:49

19d ago2:03:49

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In this episode of Leading Ladies, host Sarah Birnie speaks with Kim Martin, an accomplished account manager at Felix Lighting, about her journey in the lighting industry. They discuss the importance of education, networking, and self-awareness in building a successful career. Kim shares her experiences as a woman in a male-dominated field, the cha…

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#306 - Steve Terry - Be someone people want to work with. 1:43:38

24d ago1:43:38

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With over 50 years in the industry, Steve Terry has been a driving force in entertainment lighting technology and standards. As Director of Standards and Industry Relations at ETC, he has shaped global protocols like DMX512, RDM, and ACN and contributed to the National Electrical Code (NEC) Panel since 1994. Previously, he led Production Arts Light…

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#305 - Mindi Pelletier - The heart of touring - LEADING LADIES 1:42:05

26d ago1:42:05

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With over 25 years in the music industry, Mindi is a highly respected tour manager known for her expertise in handling every facet of touring, from pre-production and logistics to budgeting and day-to-day operations. She has worked with some of the biggest names in music, including The Chicks, Avril Lavigne, Norah Jones, Tori Amos, Fleetwood Mac, a…

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#304 - FUTURETECH featuring ETC - Innovations in Lighting Consoles 7:48

29d ago7:48

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In this episode of Geezers of Gear, the hosts celebrate the 50th anniversary of ETC, a leader in entertainment lighting. They discuss the legacy of ETC, including the iconic Source Four, and explore the innovative new lineup of Hog consoles designed for various production needs. The conversation highlights the importance of reliable technology in c…

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#303 - Joe Wojcik - Confetti, Special Effects, Event Production & AI in the Entertainment Industry 1:04:38

1M ago1:04:38

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Joe is a seasoned international business executive with over 25 years of experience in global expansion, operations, and business transformation. Having lived in Japan and Hong Kong for seven years, he has successfully launched and grown businesses in over 50 countries.Currently President of Artistry In Motion, Joe led the company to record sales a…

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#302 - Heidi Casson - LEADING LADIES PODCAST 1:23:54

1M ago1:23:54

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Heidi is a seasoned production stage manager with a career spanning theater, live TV, film, and large-scale concert productions. From The Lion King and Celine Dion’s Vegas residency to The Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square, she thrives in high-pressure live events. Passionate about mentorship and mental health in the industry, Heidi v…

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#301 - Bob McCarthy 2:00:30

1M ago2:00:30

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Bob McCarthy is a leading expert in sound system design and optimization, with over 40 years in the industry. He pioneered Source Independent Measurement (SIM®) in 1984 and has worked on major productions, including Metallica, Cirque du Soleil, and Broadway hits like Wicked and Les Misérables. His book, Sound Systems: Design and Optimization, is a …

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#300 - Steve Watts 1:42:04

2M ago1:42:04

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Steve Watts is the founder and Managing Director of Abstract AVR, a pioneer in LED lighting innovation for architectural, entertainment, and commercial sectors. With over 35 years in the industry, he has designed groundbreaking products like the Twister, one of the most reproduced disco lights, and the VR8 intelligent scanner.From his early days as…

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#299 - Hailey and Ella Featherstone - LEADING LADIES PODCAST 1:19:46

2M ago1:19:46

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Hailey Featherstone is an award-winning lighting designer and director with a passion for crafting immersive experiences. With a BA in Theatre Design and Production from ASU, she has worked across all facets of the industry—from technician to creative lead—on global tours, special events, and interactive installations.Her credits include:Hans Zimme…

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#298 - Ethan Weber 1:32:41

2M ago1:32:41

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Ethan Weber is a renowned lighting designer and director, best known for his decades-long work with The Rolling Stones and an extensive career spanning U2, John Mayer, Green Day, P!nk, and more. Starting at See Factor in 1984, he joined the Stones in 1994’s Voodoo Lounge Tour, evolving into a key creative force behind their legendary shows. With a …

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#297 - Kara Kemp - LEADING LADIES PODCAST 1:18:37

2M ago1:18:37

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Kara Kemp is a passionate leader dedicated to supporting live event professionals. As General Manager of ECCHO Live, she champions mental health, career growth, and industry-wide education. With a background in business, performing arts, and over a decade as a Dega Catering crew chief, she’s worked alongside music legends like Bob Dylan and Keith U…

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#296 - Todd Spencer 2:29:27

2M ago2:29:27

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Todd Spencer has a career that spans more than 25 years with firms varying in size from 1 million to $3 billion in revenue. Over 18 years, in executive leadership roles working with both startups and established companies to guide strategic and operational growth, acquisitions, turnarounds and business sales. Establish track record of success in st…

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#295 - Amber Williams - LEADING LADIES PODCAST 1:10:48

2M ago1:10:48

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With over a decade in the entertainment industry, Amber has built an impressive career as a production coordinator and VIP coordinator, working alongside legendary artists like Alice Cooper and The Hollywood Vampires (Alice Cooper, Joe Perry, Johnny Depp). From coordinating world tours to ensuring seamless VIP experiences, Amber thrives in high-pre…

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#294 - John Huntington 2:23:10

3M ago2:23:10

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John Huntington is an entertainment technology expert, educator, author, and photographer with over three decades of experience in show control, sound, and networking systems. Holding an MFA from Yale School of Drama and a BFA from Ithaca College, he has worked as a tenured professor at NYC College of Technology/CUNY, systems engineer for major pro…

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#293 - Jeff Ravitz 2:10:47

3M ago2:10:47

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Jeff Ravitz is a Primetime Emmy winning lighting designer specializing in live entertainment for multi-camera television, concert tours, and special events. His work includes award shows, comedy specials, concert films, and televised operas, with notable projects like the Olympics medal ceremonies and world tours for Bruce Springsteen, Cher, and Ri…

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#292 - Chris Chalk 2:38:23

3M ago2:38:23

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Hailing from Perth, Western Australia, Chris ‘Chalky’ Chalk discovered his passion for production lighting during high school, sparking a career that began with an Advanced Diploma of Performing Arts (Lighting) at WAAPA in 2000 and an internship at the Oregon Shakespeare Festival.After joining the Festival as a lighting technician in 2003, he trans…

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#291 - FutureTech - featuring the Elation Paragon series fixtures 21:54

3M ago21:54

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Welcome to Geezers Of Gear first FutureTech Podcast. In this inaugural episode, our Ai hosts will be discussing the new Elation Paragon Series. Now isn't this better than reading spec's?

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#290 - David Davidian 1:10:41

3M ago1:10:41

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With a career spanning nearly five decades, David has been a key figure in live entertainment, working with iconic artists such as The Rolling Stones, Van Halen, Night Ranger, Alice Cooper, and many more. His multifaceted expertise includes roles as a Lighting Designer, Production Manager, Tour Manager, and Video Director, showcasing his versatilit…

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#289 - Tanya Collyer 1:34:56

3M ago1:34:56

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Tanya has over 25years experience in the industry as an incredible Chef, personal Chef to Artists and Bands such as The Red Hot Chili Peppers, Muse, Florence and the Machine to name but a few. Tanya has taken a massive step recently and started her very own Catering Company, The Rolling Stoves. Her very first Gig was with ColdPlay in Australia. Tan…

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#288 - Seth Jackson 1:12:02

3M ago1:12:02

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Seth Jackson has twice won the Parnelli Award for Set Design of the Year, the Redden Award for Lighting Design of the Year, the Broadway World Los Angeles for Lighting Design of the Year, and the Paul Waterbury Award of International Distinction in Architecture. In 2024, he was the lighting and production designer for The Doobie Brothers Tour 2024,…

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#287 - Bill Price 1:40:03

4M ago1:40:03

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Bill Price is a consultant of entertainment technology and a freelance designer, Lighting Designer, Director, Set Designer, Theatrical and Dance productions. He has been active in the Entertainment industry for over 40 years. Most recently Bill was the Vice President for AKT3 the Mid-Atlantic representative of lighting, rigging and draperies for en…

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#286 - Marcel Fairbairn 2:01:22

4M ago2:01:22

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Marcel spent more than 30 years in the event industry and founded gear source in 2002 with a single goal to make it safer and easier for businesses to buy and sell gear globally Since its founding gear sources moved a quarter of a billion dollars. Today Marcel along with his global team are focused on ramping up growth. Marcel says, I love this ind…

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#285 - Kristin Rinden - LEADING LADIES PODCAST 1:42:34

4M ago1:42:34

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Kristin has been in the industry for over 25years, she started as VIP Experience & Sponsorship Coordinator for American Idol Live Tour and then became their Road Manager. Since then Kristin has been Production Coordinator and Production Manager for many bands and artists including; Meghan Trainor, Barry Manilow, Pharrell Williams, Carly Rae Jepsen,…

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#284 - Get Friggin Festive 1:13:17

4M ago1:13:17

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Geezers Of Gear special Podcast with a group of friends in the industry, catching up and raising a glass for the Holidays!

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#283 - LDI Review with Marcel and Sarah 1:14:09

5M ago1:14:09

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Join us to remember the 2024 LDI show, our highlights from the show, some cool products and a few stories. Plus, a bit about the inaugural Dining With Dinosaurs event as well. This episode is brought to you by Elation and MainLight.

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#282 - Andrew "Hamish" Mills 1:48:09

5M ago1:48:09

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Andrew Mills, known as Hamish in the industry, brings more than 30 years of Entertainment industry Experience. Hamish Has Toured with acts like U2, Metallica, Nirvana, Rod Stewart and other high-profile entertainers, and worked with service providers in the U.S., Australia, U.K. and Europe. Hammish has been responsible for managing and directing op…

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#281 - Robert Hofkamp 1:50:50

5M ago1:50:50

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Robert Hofkamp was last on the Podcast back in 2021 at LDI where he was representing Void Acoustics. I can’t believe that is almost three years to the day and he was brave enough to exhibit at a lighting show, post covid! Check out episode #158 on our website www.geezersofgear.comRobert has been in the audio industry since the 70’s. Nearly 20 years…

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#280 - Melody Tseng - LEADING LADIES PODCAST 1:25:59

5M ago1:25:59

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Melody Tseng is a Creative Producer at Live Redesigned. Melody graduated from design school with a background in art and fashion. Melody started out working as a production translator in Taiwan before touring for over 10 years as a production coordinator and VIP/sponsorship manager for artists such as Justin Timberlake, Maroon 5, Janet Jackson, Ari…

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#279 - John Featherstone 1:29:53

5M ago1:29:53

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John Featherstone Principal & Managing Director of Lightswitch. Born and educated in the United Kingdom, John was theatrically trained at Britain's National Youth Theatre.John met four lads who had just formed a band called The Smiths,John hit the road with The Smiths, and worked with them and his dear friend Johnny Marr until the band split. After…

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#278 - Marty Hom 1:11:17

5M ago1:11:17

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Marty Hom is a 40+ year concert touring veteran who has worked with Barbra Streisand, Shakira, Bette Midler, Lionel Richie, The Eagles, Alicia Keys, Shania Twain, Janet Jackson and Beyonce to name but a few. Marty was with Fleetwood Mac for 21 years, most of those years as tour manager. Marty was last on the Podcast back in 2021 you can check out e…

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#277 - Neil Juneja 1:51:09

5M ago1:51:09

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Neil Juneja is a business and intellectual property attorney. He is the founder and managing partner of Gleam Law, a law firm headquartered in Seattle, WA. His impeccable track record and years of experience in the formation, growth, and exit strategies of business throughout the world as well as navigating the complexities of patents, trademarks, …

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#276 - Bob Bonniol 1:43:25

6M ago1:43:25

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Bob Bonniol is an Emmy Award winning Director, Production Designer, andProducer. He is known for his implementation of extensive media andinteractive features in his productions and installations. His practice spans the worlds of theater, broadcast, opera, installations, and architecture. In 2023, he has widely deployed new interactive technology a…

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#275 - Tim Dailey 1:35:30

6M ago1:35:30

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Tim Dailey’s career started in event production, particularly lighting design and technical direction for large corporate events and tradeshows. This naturally led him down a path towards power as every show needs lots of it (well they used to anyway). Since then the bulk of Tim’s career has been in rental/temporary power generation for events. Thi…

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#274 - Ellen Lampert-Greaux 1:36:36

6M ago1:36:36

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Ellen Lampert-Gréaux works at Questex as Live Design/LDI Creative Director. Ellen started at LDI in 1988, the very first LDI was in Dallas, this will be her 37th year. Ellen is a writer, editor, conference organizer for Live Design/LDI she is from Philadelphia and went to college in Brooklyn. Ellen is the editor-in-chief of Harbour Magazine for Sai…

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#273 - Cosmo Wilson 1:34:27

6M ago1:34:27

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We are extremely lucky to have Cosmo (Charles) Wilson back on the Podcast. Cosmo is a concert lighting designer and director. He has been in the industry since the 80’s and is one of the nicest people you will ever meet, he is a legend.Cosmo has worked with over 40 acts including AC/DC, Aerosmith, Black Sabbath, Emerson, Lake & Palmer, Foreigner, I…

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#272 - Mark Fetto 1:20:58

6M ago1:20:58

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Mark Fetto started working as a lighting technician in the late 1970’s, working his way through the ranks at the Obie Company and Vari-Lite, he then became a lighting designer and senior programmer. In 1989 Mark opened Vari-Lite's satellite office in Las Vegas. He went on to become general manager of Vari-Lite's Dealer Network and later General Man…

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#271 - Marc Brickman 1:07:28

6M ago1:07:28

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Marc's work as an artist, director, producer, and lighting designer has reached audiences of millions world-wide and includes spectacles for Pink Floyd, Paul McCartney, The Barcelona and Nagano Olympics Ceremonies, Cirque du Soleil, Neil Young, Blue Man Group, Barbra Streisand, Whitney Houston, Bruce Springsteen and hundreds of others. Now, with Da…

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#270 - James Ure 1:59:54

7M ago1:59:54

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James Ure is the Vice President of US Sales and Marketing at AVL Media GroupJames has been in the audio industry for over 35 years and his experience ranges from AV design and installation, live sound, rental, studio, broadcast and rehearsal. James was with Harman for 10 years and covered 18 countries on a regular basis through Europe and the Pacif…

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#269 - Donny Lodico 1:33:59

7M ago1:33:59

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Donny LoDico is a highly experienced professional with over 30 years of work experience in the field of lighting, video, and event management. He has a strong background in corporate events, lighting design, and video production. Currently, Donny is the Director of Lighting / Senior Account Executive at Video West Inc in the United States. An incre…

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#268 - Colleen Wittenberg - LEADING LADIES PODCAST 2:10:44

7M ago2:10:44

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Colleen Wittenberg is a Freelance multi-cam director, media server programmer and operator. Colleen has worked for some incredible artists such as ColpPlay, aerosmith, alanis morissette, U2, Lizzo to name but a few. And is currently on tour with Hozier. Colleen has not only had an incredible career so far in our industry but also started out in the…

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#267 - Howard Glickman 2:14:38

7M ago2:14:38

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Howard Glickman is the Associate Principal at Apeiro Design, With over 20 years at the firm, has been a team leader on a great variety of projects from large international projects in Asia and the Middle East to middle school auditoriums and city council chambers. Howards passion for live music and experience in concert production has been invaluab…

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#266 - Chris Conti 2:05:45

7M ago2:05:45

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Chris Conti is the Chief Innovation Officer at Production Resource Group. Chris joined PRG in 2004 where he has worked on multiple concert tours, TV shows, corporate events, trade shows, and special events. Some of the highlights have been Coldplay, Josh Groban, Fleetwood Mac, Guns & Roses, Michael Jackson, The Rolling Stones and Sir Elton John to …

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#265 - David Wolstenholme 2:09:49

7M ago2:09:49

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David Wolstenholme is a control systems specialist from Kent, England. David has gained extensive experience touring large-scale musical theatre and ice shows, and has spent time at the National Theatre of Great Britain and Cirque Du Soleil. More recently, he has toured internationally with pop and rock artists in stadiums and arenas worldwide, wor…

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#264 - David “Duck” Burns 2:27:44

8M ago2:27:44

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David “Duck” Burns is an Experienced Account Manager and Technical Director with a demonstrated history of working in the events services industry. Skilled in Production Management, Stage Management, Lighting, Sound, Video, LED, and Rigging. From Opera to Country, Hip-Hop to Metal, Dance and Theatre,Television and Corporate Events, David has worked…

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#263 - Jake Berry 1:41:00

8M ago1:41:00

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Over a career spanning more than 40 years, Jake Berry is a multiple award winning Production Director. Known throughout the industry as the go to guy for any successful tour, Jake is the founder and CEO of Jake Berry Productions, a leading tour production management company. Hailing from Devon, England, Jake comes from modest beginnings. Jake's car…

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