Episodes

Production and Lighting Designer, Cory FitzGerald, through his firm Silent House Productions has worked very hard to put himself in a place where he's working with some of the very top touring artists. His roster includes Jus...

He started with two older brothers leading the way into the lighting business, but at the time, had no idea it'd become many decades of enjoyment and prosper! Memorable events include Sir Paul McCartney at Coliseum and the Ti...

Cosmo has stayed busy during his (so far) few months of isolation. First, he managed to get himself healthier, losing almost 50 pounds, but then got some surgery to fix a long nagging problem. Add to that some VERY enticing c...

Finally someone who's actually done it! We've been hearing about these drive-in concerts and how the math simply could never work. These guys have figured out a way, not to get rich - but to get some of their team back workin...

Learn a bunch about the Pyro business from Rocco and Bob. Rocco's family is currently in it's 5th generation operating this US Based pyrotechnics and special effects company that was founded by his great grandfather, Constant...

The 2nd in my series of "Tales From A Pandemic". John is one of my favorite people in OR out of the business, and I wanted to check in and just see what he's keeping busy with. Episide sponsored by

I love this guy! Not many with the sense of humor that Aidas has carried, throughout his career. One of the champions of practical joking, but also, a very astute business man... it all starts with passion, work ethic and a n...

Robb got his start like so many, trying to find an answer to creating a "cooler look for his band". That led Robb to a job in his early teens, wrapping cable and cleaning the shop. Since that time, he's built a career in tour...

Michael started his career like so many others.... sheer luck. 15 years old and hanging out with friends one day dreading the idea of returning to school... and one says "hey, come to work with me". That began a long run at h...

Another weekly get together with some very smart and industry leading individuals - to discuss what's important to us all. Also, we hear from Nick Rivero, who's Medium Article, "Our Industry isn’t coming back like yours is", ...

David's resume begins in the 70s and continues to grow today! David has worked with more artists than you can fit in this description with highlights including The Rolling Stones, Van Halen, Night Ranger and Alice Cooper. He'...

In the early '90's, Joel and his wife saw an opening for an opportunity to disrupt the process and price on delivering a pretty straight forward product for the entertainment industry, metal "gobos" or patterns. What started ...

In probably the best discussion yet, the industry gets together to discuss our current challenges, opportunities, ideas and more. This group is beyond creative and capable, and continues to blow me away with their positive in...

The crew is back! Join me with Eric Loader, Ben Saltzman, John Wiseman and John Featherstone, as we discuss the many updates and ideas concerning the virus and its impact on our industry.

What a great conversation with a bunch of passionate and hard working folks who just want to get back to work! Some great discussion this week... Enjoy!

My friend, former business partner and sometimes GoG co-host, Steve Watts from Abstract Lighting in the UK, takes an hour to sit down with arguably, one of the most innovative, colorful and controversial people in the world o...

Our weekly happy hour discussion with folks from manufacturing, rental companies, tour management, promotion, design, and more. A great, knowledgable and lively group! Definitely an enjoyable 90-odd minutes every Wednesday!

In a new Geezers of Gear Series, called Tales From A Pandemic... Our first guest, Robert Roth shares with us his new, daily Pandemic routine. In Robert's case, that includes a pretty serious focus on personal health, business...

Troy was literally born into show business. His grandfather ran a theater in his hometown of Regina, Canada and his father also ran a theater, while his mom handled costumes and wardrobe. Early on, Troy struggled between his ...

Not only did Christian learn about lighting on You Tube, he's since learned to turn his You Tube passion into a lucrative part of his earning arsenal as well. Christian has a much larger You Tube, Instagram and Twitter follow...

Another weekly discussion with a large group of industry folks. This week we talked about some of the information being shared stating that there will be NO LIVE EVENTS UNTIL LATE 2021 and other devastating messages by folks ...

Isaac was laid off from his job in AV and like many of us, wondering "what now". Instead of waiting to be run over by the bus of unemployment, depression and more - Isaac decided to DO SOMETHING. With a few hours to work, Isa...

An amazing group of people is assembling each week for a drink and a lively chat about this virus, the industry, the things we're all doing to keep busy, and of course - ideas to help improve their lives or businesses. This w...

Once of our biggest episodes was episode #85 where I was able to assemble a top group of individuals who shared important information with our listeners. We decided to do it again, but this time, adding Live Nation executive,...