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Oct. 31, 2025

FUTURETECH Featuring ETC - ETC's MegaPix and GigaPix Break Down

Chris and Lacy dissect ETC's new MegaPix and GigaPix pixel wash fixtures, exploring their striking optical performance, color science, rugged weatherproofing, and the impact on concert lighting. Get a quick, thorough look at ...

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Oct. 30, 2025

#330 - Jim Brammer - Building a legacy in live events

We’re excited to welcome back Jim Brammer, CEO of Special Event Services and Founder of Concert Stuff Group. From a tobacco farm in North Carolina to stages and stadiums around the world, Jim has spent nearly 40 years shaping...

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Oct. 28, 2025

FUTURETECH Featuring Elation - Lighting the Future: Atlas and Radius …

Chris and Lacy explore Elation’s revolutionary PROTEUS ATLAS and RADIUS fixtures, digging deep into their groundbreaking technology and real-world performance. From outdoor arenas and major festivals to televised halftime sho...

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Oct. 27, 2025

#329 - Lisa Jenkins - Managing Legends: Lisa's Journey in Music - LEA…

With more than 25 years of experience guiding Grammy-winning and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame artists, Lisa Jenkins has built a career defined by integrity, strategy, and a deep respect for artistry. Most recognized for her longt...

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Oct. 24, 2025

FutureTech Featuring ETC - ETC's 8-Port DMX Gateways Debut

ETC has expanded its Response Mk2 DMX Gateway lineup with two new 8-port models, designed for high-density and efficient DMX output. Chris and Lacy break down what this means for concert production setups, examine some space-...

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Oct. 23, 2025

#328 - Chris Musgrave - Exploring the Journey of an Audio Engineer

Chris is the Director of the Live Production Summit, Chief Innovation Officer at OSA International, and President of Tour Pro’s International — three roles that together reflect his deep influence on every side of the industr...

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Oct. 22, 2025

FUTURETECH Featuring Pyrotecnio part of Live Events - From Small Town…

This episode dives into the evolution of Pyrotecnico, the legacy fireworks and special effects company out of New Castle, Pennsylvania. Chris and Lacy explore the company’s family-driven history, its game-changing innovations...

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Oct. 17, 2025

FUTURETECH Featuring GearShare - GearShare's Smarter Cross-Rentals an…

In this episode, Chris and Lacy dig deep into GearShare’s leap into AI-driven cross-rentals, explore how the new affiliate program benefits industry professionals, and spotlight how smart automation is reshaping gear manageme...

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Oct. 10, 2025

FUTURETECH Featuring ACME Lighting - Supernova Unleashed

Dive deep into the ACME SUPERNOVA, a powerhouse moving head fixture making waves in the live events world. Chris and Lacy unpack its game-changing features, tech specs, and real-world impact for outdoor and stadium production...

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Oct. 8, 2025

#327 - Brian Boyt & Sonny Dyon - Behind the Scenes of Live Events

Brian Boyt is the Chief Operating Officer at Delicate Productions, overseeing strategy, operations, and business development. With 25+ years in live events and audiovisual production, he brings expertise from both leadership ...

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Sept. 30, 2025

#326 - John Procaccini - The Evolution of Touring and Stage Management

John Procaccini is a veteran tour production manager and entertainment executive with over 45 years in the live events industry. Currently the Tour Production Manager for Peter Frampton, John has worked with legendary artists...

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Sept. 29, 2025

FUTURETECH Featuring Elation - Soft Light, Classic Vibes with the FUZ…

Chris and Lacy dive into Paul 'Arlo' Guthrie's innovative use of Elation's FUZE WASH 500 on this year's biggest tours. They discuss how this fixture blurs the line between vintage charm and cutting-edge tech, transforming con...

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Sept. 23, 2025

FUTURETECH Featuring ETC - Brighter Ideas in Architectural Lighting

Chris and Lacy discuss ETC's latest additions to their architectural lighting portfolio, three high-output display luminaires redefining how spaces are illuminated. They explore key features, new mounting and control options,...

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Sept. 16, 2025

#325 - Ellen Lampert-Greaux - LEADING LADIES PODCAST

Ellen Lampert-Greaux is the creative director for Live Design and LDI, an annual conference and trade show for entertainment design and technology professionals. She was on the five-person team that founded LDI in 1988, and h...

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Sept. 5, 2025

FutureTech Featuring Delicate Productions - Delicate Productions Past…

Chris and Lacy dive into the legacy and evolution of Delicate Productions—spotlighting its groundbreaking work, recent partnership with the Live Events network, and its ongoing influence on live event technology. Listen for b...

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Sept. 2, 2025

#324 - Ritesh Patel - The Economics of Live Events

Ritesh Patel is the Co-Founder and CEO of The Ticket Fairy, an all-in-one ticketing and marketing platform helping events and venues grow revenue, cut risk, and fight scalping. He’s also the Founder of LOCUS, a destination dr...

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Aug. 27, 2025

FutureTech Featuring ETC - Centralizing LED Lighting with the F-Drive…

This episode explores ETC’s newly launched F-Drive RX, a centralized, low-voltage LED driver that promises to revolutionize lighting design and maintenance. Chris and Lacy break down its key features, compatibility, and the g...

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Aug. 22, 2025

FutureTech Featuring Elation - Elation PARAGON LT Changing the Game

This episode explores the features, technology, and industry impact of Elation’s new PARAGON LT, the award-winning long-throw LED profile luminaire designed for today’s largest productions and stadium shows.

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Aug. 20, 2025

#323 - Sharon Lee - Respect and Kindness in the Touring Industry - LE…

Sharon Lee is the founder and President of High Road Inc., an entertainment logistics company based in Franklin, Tennessee, providing tour trucking and transportation services across the U.S. and Canada. With over 20 years of...

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Aug. 13, 2025

#322 - Chance Stahlhut - Navigating the Future of Live Events

Chance Stahlhut is the Chief Operating Officer of Concert Stuff Group, where he leads a growing family of specialized production and logistics companies serving the live entertainment industry. With a 25+ year career that beg...

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Aug. 6, 2025

#321 - Corey Easterbrook - The Power of Interconnected Business Relat…

Corey Easterbrook is the co-owner of HotHouse Music & Production, a Fort Myers–based company specializing in live audio, video, and lighting. With over 25 years in the industry, Corey brings a concert-level approach to corpor...

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Aug. 1, 2025

FutureTech Featuring Elation - Vintage Vibes, Modern Tech: SŌl I Blin…

Chris and Lacy dive into the soulful stage design of Nathaniel Rateliff & the Night Sweats’ South of Here Tour. Explore how Jeremy Roth’s use of Elation’s SŌl I Blinders fused retro flair and cutting-edge tech for maximum emo...

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July 31, 2025

#320 - Rachael Bronstein - Navigating Finances in the Music Industry

Rachael Bronstein is the founder of Life’s Jam, a financial coaching practice focused on supporting the live music industry's behind-the-scenes pros. With 20+ years in finance and operations and a deep love for touring life s...

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July 30, 2025

#319 - Rod "Red" Gibson - Evolution of the Event Industry

Vice President, Rentals – Christie Lites With over four decades in the lighting industry, Rod has built a career defined by hands-on experience, leadership, and deep knowledge across every facet of entertainment lighting. Sta...

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