Join us for great stories, good fun... and even an occasional bit of real knowledge!

Episodes

July 10, 2019

#35 - AED CEO, Glenn Roggeman on the company's successful and very un…

Glenn started in the business in 1985. Like so many others, Glenn was a mobile DJ who's need for gear spurred an industry! Glenn and AED have taken those very early concepts so much further than most due to his business sense...

Listen to the Episode
June 30, 2019

#34 - Pat Morrow Part 2.... Including "The Ainsley Story"....

Thank you to EVERYONE for your feedback on one of our more popular episodes, #33 with Pat Morrow who managed Journey's tours from clubs all the way to stadiums. He finally takes the time to tell us the hilarious Ainsley Dunba...

Listen to the Episode
June 26, 2019

#33 - Legendary Manager - Tour Manager - Production Manager, Pat Morr…

First - I would like to apologize for the sound. Otherwise, this is Part 1 of a GREAT story with Pat, who has many stories to tell from 10+ years with Journey, Nocturne - providing gear for the Who, Michael Jackson, and so ma...

Listen to the Episode
June 19, 2019

#32 - Bob Schacherl on a lighting career spanning 4 decades

Bob Schacherl answered a simple classified ad looking for someone with photo and video experience. His degree in film and photography provided at least that, but his carpentry skills sealed the deal on his new $3 per hour car...

Listen to the Episode
June 13, 2019

#31 - Lectrosonics Wireless VP, Karl Winkler shares a lot of Wireless…

There are wireless companies, and there is Lectrosonics... In a league of their own. We learned more about wireless than we'd ever known, that's for sure! These guys are the real deal, and 100% MADE IN USA!! Sponsored by ACT ...

Listen to the Episode
June 13, 2019

#30 - Ken Berger, Founder of EAW and now CEO of Vue Audiotechnik

An audio guy his whole life, Ken Berger is truly one of the most knowledgeable guys out there as it relates to audio reproduction, speaker technology, etc. Hear from Ken his thoughts on speaker tech and line arrays and where ...

Listen to the Episode
June 13, 2019

#29 - Aaron Hubbard - Act Lighting

ACT Lighting are a sponsor and huge supporter of the Geezers Podcast, so we're happy to have a conversation with Aaron Hubbard and learn a bit more about their offerings. Obviously, this episode is sponsored by our friends at...

Listen to the Episode
June 13, 2019

#28 - Grif Palmer discusses Disguise and much much more

Grif Palmer has been a stable in the lighting and video space for 30+ years. His career has taken him through the very best nightclub designs and installs in the 80s, thru to the top of High End Systems and several video bran...

Listen to the Episode
June 12, 2019

#27 - Pioneer DJ with David and Koen de Puysseleir discussing incredi…

Pioneer DJ is at Infocomm showing some pretty slick new technology. Join us and hear their team discussing Show Kontrol and more. Really worth the listen!!

Listen to the Episode
June 12, 2019

#26 - Cuono Biviano from ULA Group in Australia

Cuono (Con) Biviano began like many, as a pro DJ, then catering to those DJ's filling their rental and eventually purchase needs. Today, he's one of the largest distributors of pro Lighting and Video products to Australia and...

Listen to the Episode
June 12, 2019

#25 - Frank Bothe, CTO of D&B Audiotechnik

D&B are truly one of the leaders in todays touring and installation systems world. Their newest technology is on display here at the show for all to share, but hear about the company, their products and philosophies, etc - ri...

Listen to the Episode
June 12, 2019

#24 - Infocomm with Claudio Lastrucci founder of Powersoft Audio

Here it is - our first of MANY podcasts recorded "Live" here in Orlando at Infocomm. I hope you enjoy them all - beginning with Powersoft's founder and still head of R&D, Claudio Lastrucci - discussing the many aspects of tec...

Listen to the Episode
June 5, 2019

#23 - Howard Ungerleider on 45 years with Rush and so many others alo…

Howard Ungerleider is in a very small group of guys who can say they've toured with one of the top acts in the world for 4.5 centuries! Did you know he started as a musician, then manager? Did you know Howard is American, but...

Listen to the Episode
May 29, 2019

#22 - Gregg Brunclik from Clearwing Productions

Gregg Brunclik began his journey, like so many in our industry have... beginning as a musician, and eventually, being lured into the support side of the "business". He took a loan from his dad, and BUILT his first sound syste...

Listen to the Episode
May 22, 2019

#21 - Mike Lowe and Britannia Row... a long history of GREAT sound!

Britannia Row is a sound company that began in 1975 and was originally owned by Pink Floyd. Bryan Grant and Robbie Williams took over ownership in 1984 with Mike Lowe taking over from Robbie in 1987. The company has recently ...

Listen to the Episode
May 15, 2019

#20 - Doc McGhee (continued from Episode 19) discussing Artist Manage…

Not many people get the (deserved) respect of legendary manager, Doc McGhee when it comes to music management. Doc has founded and helped to develop mega acts such as KISS, Motley Crue, Bon Jovi and Skid Row, but also worked ...

Listen to the Episode
May 15, 2019

#19 - Doc McGhee talks Motley Crue and Kiss... plus PRG Spaceframe wi…

Not many people get the (deserved) respect of legendary manager, Doc McGhee when it comes to music management. Doc has founded and helped to develop mega acts such as KISS, Motley Crue, Bon Jovi and Skid Row, but also worked ...

Listen to the Episode
May 8, 2019

#18 - A Proper British Geezer.... Chas Herington - talks about his ca…

Chas Herington began his career upon chance, working as an engineer in a recording studio, first recording voiceovers and eventually, recording tracks for performers including Elvis Costello and finally, Dire Straits. The lat...

Listen to the Episode
May 1, 2019

#17 - David Haskell of Morris Sound and Lighting leads our first ever…

Today's episode #17, sponsored by ACT Lighting answers the question of "when will we see the Grand MA3 console", plus we get to learn about the career of David Haskell, a long time manager, production manager and FOH guy for ...

Listen to the Episode
April 24, 2019

#16 - Eric Loader... "I'm 50 today and I wanna be on Geezers of Gear!"

Today, our great friend and industry leader, Eric Loader joins the Geezers as a Geezer himself! Reflecting on his 30+ years in the business - from the DJ booth, to retail and finally manufacturing / wholesale in the professio...

Listen to the Episode
April 17, 2019

#15 - Jeff Cranfill joins us to discuss touring, music, guitars and e…

Jeff Cranfill got his degree at North Carolina School of the Arts where he now mentors young lighting designers. He continues to own and manage a successful touring / rental company while continuing to pursue his passions for...

Listen to the Episode
April 10, 2019

#14 - David Milly on life, the Biz, selling your Biz and Boating

David Milly had a very successful run in the rock and roll and country touring business, but many won't realize he was actually schooled in business and began working for a pyro company. Since that time, David build a highly ...

Listen to the Episode
April 3, 2019

#13 - Marc Brickman talks Pink Floyd, Genesis, Empire State Building …

Marc Brickman is a director, producer, lighting designer and production designer. He is an Emmy nominee but of course, his visuals for Pink Floyd are probably his greatest calling card. He has designed massive stadium rigs, a...

Listen to the Episode
March 27, 2019

#12 - John Wiseman 40 years of Rock n Roll Touring, Memories and oh y…

Not many strike fear into competitors like John does! For 40 years, John has been a character to be reckoned with in rock n roll lighting and production. From rock tours with The Stones, The Who, Motley Crue and Poison to vir...

Listen to the Episode