52m 2sec

Game On: The Future of Sports Broadcasting with Monumental Sports Network | AV Unplugged, Ep. 9

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 Network. In this episode, the Monumental team discusses the cutting-edge technology that powers their Washington DC studio space and discover the strategies they employ to future-proof their broadcasts. Explore how they seamlessly integrate in-person and at-home experiences, and learn about the crucial role of broadcast AV in crafting an unforgettable game day atmosphere for fans.

5m 57sec

A Backstage Pass Special Announcement: An Evening at Sphere

We are thrilled to announce that InfoComm 2024 will host its opening reception at Sphere in Las Vegas! Samantha Powell sits down with Rochelle Richardson to get all the details. Tickets are available through www.infocommshow.org. Registration for the event is limited and subject to availability.

23m 49sec

Una Intersección de AV y la Cultura Mexicana | Backstage Pass: InfoComm America Latina

En esta conversación, el presentador Sergio Gaitán da la bienvenida a Alejandro Peralta, Gerente de Capacitación Técnica para Latinoamérica de Audinate. Conversan sobre la importancia del próximo evento Infocomm América Latina, donde Audinate presentará su innovadora plataforma Dante. Alejandro enfatiza la importancia de la educación en la industria audiovisual, en particular para comprender las tecnologías de audio y video sobre IP. La conversación también destaca las oportunidades únicas para establecer contactos y aprender en el evento, así como recomendaciones para explorar la vibrante cultura y las atracciones de la Ciudad de México.

43m 57sec

Revolutionizing Immersive Experiences with Harman in India and Beyond | Backstage Pass: Infocomm India 2025

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 they visit the InfoComm India show in Mumbai. Ashish Bajaj from Harman India joins Manoj to discuss the evolution of immersive experiences in audio-visual technology, emphasizing the importance of integration, storytelling, and the impact of spatial audio and visuals in transforming audience engagement. Ashish highlights Harman's innovations showcased at Infocomm India, focusing on how technology can simplify workflows for designers and integrators while enhancing the overall experience for users. Also, Ben Barnard and Samantha Powell return to catch up on their recent experiences, including travel, cultural insights, and upcoming events. They share stories about officiating weddings, attending shows, and exploring different cuisines and the upcoming InfoComm India show, with Ben sharing his experiences from his previous visit to India.

35m 55sec

Discussing AV Tech in Formula 1, IPMX... and Cheese Rolling? | Backstage Pass: IC25

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 Riedel Communications to chat about how their tech is being used in F1 and sports, as well as their plans for InfoComm. After that, Mark Metzger is joined by Steven Cogels of Plexus AV to chat about InfoComm, the importance of open standards, IPMX and much more. Also in this episode, Samantha Powell and Ben Barnard chat about brunch, competitive cheese rolling, and lactose in motorsports.

54m 15sec

The Spooky World of AV Nightmares | AV Reacts

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 Haloween-special, host Leon Prather is joined by AVIXA's Elizabeth Burnham, as well as Jerrold Stevens, the founder of the AV Install Nightmares Facebook group and group admin Ivan Schwartz. Grab some popcorn and be prepared to get spooked by some truly scary AV stories.

27m 43sec

Super Bowl Wrap: Are audiences de-sensitized to big AV experiences? | AV Reacts

On the very first episode of AV Reacts, we break down Super Bowl LVII with Rebecca Sullins and Frank Padikkala from an AV perspective. The pre-game and halftime shows were...pretty straightforward? Have we reached a saturation point where it's hard to amaze audiences anymore? Also, in 'Around the Interwebs' we talk about dancing robot dogs. Hosted by Narin Nara and Gibran Nassif.

AV Unplugged | Behind the Build - Inside the Spotify Camp Nou Transformation

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 the team directly responsible for delivering the Crestron AV systems in the home of the legendary FC Barcelona. Join in as they explore a first‑hand look at how Spotify Camp Nou is being reimagined as a 365‑day, always‑on destination. From early design decisions to real challenges encountered on the ground, this conversation offers candid insight into what it actually takes to design, integrate, and operate a connected environment at global scale. Through stories from key spaces across the stadium, you’ll hear how collaboration, content, and control come together behind the scenes to create a unified experience across hospitality, business, and operational environments.

27m 34sec

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 Alexandre Simionescu, CEO of Realmotion, a company renowned for powering some of the most dynamic and immersive installations globally.

38m 20sec

Catching Up with Vizrt and Lightware on the Road to ISE | Backstage Pass: ISE 2025 Ep.4

Join hosts Ben Barnard and Samantha Powell for another episode Backstage Pass: ISE 2025 where we explore the cutting-edge innovations transforming the AV industry in the broadcast production and signal management segments. In our first interview, we chat with Liam Hayter of Vizrt to explore the latest advancements in visual storytelling tools in Broadcast AV. Discover how Vizrt is empowering content creators across corporate, education, sports, media, and esports sectors with their software-defined solutions. Next, we engage with Roger Takacs of Lightware, who sheds light and discuss their wares on their signal management technology and its applications in the AV world. Learn how Lightware is setting new standards for seamless connectivity and signal integrity with USB and more.