Get an inside look at Elation’s most innovative lighting products unveiled at LDI 2025. Explore what’s new at Booth #3410, from show-stopping technology to live experiences, and find out how you can access the exhibit with a free pass code.
Pyrotecnico's massive global preparations inspire—while maintaining their intimate family feel. It makes one want to step up their own game and see what comes next for this innovative company. Listen to Full Podcast:https://youtu.be/k7IQU0otZxY #AI #AIPodcast #FutureTech #LiveEvents #Pyrotecnico #Geezersofgear #GlobalBusiness #FamilyBusiness #Innovation #Inspiration
GPS jamming poses a significant vulnerability to drone systems. Military settings see deliberate manipulation of GPS data. Read how easily accessible equipment can disrupt GPS signals, causing drones to lose their way. https://youtu.be/WW1xJ7yy_Qw #GPSJamming #DroneTechnology
A traveler must produce passport, QR code, and more before boarding. The crew and fellow passengers express their displeasure. One can only wonder what they were thinking. Watch Full Podcast: https://youtu.be/5w9d_KXJyKw #leadingladies #lightswitch #Geezersofgear #podcast #travel #passport #QRcode #airplane #codes
After 25 years and thousands of shows, what keeps a pro engaged? Every new show brings a different challenge and a fresh creative experience. Watch Full Podcast: https://youtu.be/snEBjZO_SyU #DelicateProductions #geezersofgear #podcast #ACMELighting #career #entertainment #passion
Atlas and Radius lights are IP66 rated—rain, dust, salt air, you name it. Plus, continuous pan/tilt lets designers create wild moving looks. Fast load-outs and nonstop action, built to last. Listen to Full Podcast:https://youtu.be/6_wYp19-6dk #AI #AIPodcast #FutureTech #Geezersofgear #Elation #StageLighting #LightingDesign #EventTech #TheaterTech
Dave Chappelle isn't just funny, he's fearless. He crosses the line just enough to spark debate, because healthy conversation thrives on diverse opinions – minus the hatred and bigotry, of course. Watch Full Podcast: https://youtu.be/Z41cZwTV_sA #geezersofgear #podcast #ETC #ArtistryInMotion #DaveChappelle #Comedy #Controversy #FreeSpeech
Label makers and office supplies proved to be a dangerous combination for one child. Organization can be a powerful and positive influence, especially when channeling it effectively.Watch Full Podcast: https://youtu.be/UB7YdNlz_Ew #leadingladies #lightswitch #Geezersofgear #podcast #organization #childhoodmemories
Formal training has shifted the landscape of lighting design. Now, graduates emerge with specialized skills from institutions like Full Sail, possibly creating specialization. They come out of school declaring, "I'm a lighting designer." Watch Full Podcast:https://youtu.be/ndTMfgNp0F0 #geezersofgear #podcast #lightingdesign #FullSail #specialization #careers
James Oliver is a veteran strategist and executive in the professional audio and entertainment technology industries. Currently VP of Strategic Partnerships at ACT Entertainment, he leads the company’s new Professional Audio Division and drives growth for some of the most influential brands in live sound. Previously, he helped PK Sound…
This light fixture is a total effects toolkit! Static gobos, rotating gobos, animation wheel, and dual prisms create a mind-blowing range of looks. Imagine water ripples fading into flame! Listen to Full Podcast:https://youtu.be/pFnicK8E0W4 #AI #AIPodcast #FutureTech #Geezersofgear #ACMELighting #LightingDesign #StageLighting #LightingEffects #TechTips
WWE transitioned from standard definition to HD in just three days. The last standard definition show was SmackDown on a Tuesday, and the following Monday Night RAW was broadcast in HD. https://youtu.be/Hinkw1w_oyQ #WWE #HDTV #SmackDown #MondayNightRAW #Tech
Started in the mailroom, overheard a meeting, and landed Fleetwood Mac. Zero deposit, a lot of yelling, and a steady rise to the top. It all started with a little help. Watch Full Podcast:https://youtu.be/g5HGWaaTmRE #geezersofgear #podcast #Elation #MainLight #FleetwoodMac #MusicIndustry #SuccessStory #Mailroom #Underdog #MusicBusiness
In this episode, Marsha Stern shares her journey through the lighting design industry, reflecting on her legacy projects, including a significant exhibition on disco culture. She discusses the evolution of lighting technology, the vibrant nightclub scene of the 70s and 80s, and the transformative shifts in the industry over the…
Gear Spotting's AI search understands vague requests, filling in the blanks for users. In the past, finding the right AV gear meant hours of calls. Now, it's all automated. The perfect AV setup is now a click away. Listen to Full Podcast:https://youtu.be/p-BlvMOG5BY #AI #AIPodcast #FutureTech #GearShare #Geezersofgear #AISearch #AudioVisual #GearSpotting…
A festival in Australia had alternating acts on two main stages. Rage Against the Machine fans booed Bjork while waiting for the band to come on. A clash of music tastes! Watch Podcast: https://youtu.be/7tF2hxEOoHk #geezersofgear #ETC #DelicateProductions #ArtistryInMotion #TicketFairy #festival #music #rageagainstthemachine #bjork #australia #stages
Witnessing his grandfather's dedication to alleviating food insecurity in Maui, he learned the importance of community support. His grandfather organizes benefit concerts to raise money for the local food bank, especially crucial after the Lahaina fires. Watch Full Podcast: https://youtu.be/M_kb_8kmA5In #leadingladies #lightswitch #Geezersofgear #podcast #MauiFires #FoodInsecurity #CharityBenefit #Lahaina #CommunitySupport
In Rio, I helped fit hearing aids for people who had never heard. My voice was the first they'd ever experienced. An emotional, unforgettable moment. Truly magical. Watch Full Podcast:: https://youtu.be/f18WGoFZxLk #leadingladies #lightswitch #Geezersofgear #podcast #HearingAids #Rio #JohnnyDepp #GivingBack #Inspiration
Eric Clapton initially refused to release his iconic Unplugged performance! He disliked how he looked and sounded, but was convinced otherwise. It became his biggest record, inspiring other stars to do Unplugged specials.Watch Full Podcast: https://youtu.be/E3sQgovjF1U #geezersofgear #podcast #AcmeLighting #DelicateProductions #EricClapton #MTVUnplugged #MusicHistory #BehindTheMusic
In this episode of Gears of Gear, host discusses the upcoming Dining with Dinosaurs event, highlighting its significance in the live events industry. Nancy May shares her extensive experience in production management, detailing her journey from security to leading major events. The conversation explores the challenges faced in event production,…
Everyone thinks managing artists is all fun and games—world travel, concerts, famous friends. But it's also about solving problems, planning releases, and navigating personnel issues. Watch Full Podcast:https://youtu.be/jL-6yaMBhXE #leadingladies #lightswitch #Geezersofgear #podcast #ArtistManagement #MusicIndustry #BehindTheScenes #CareerAdvice
From New Jersey to Broadway, one director's passion for theater ignited a career. Early exposure led to pursuing theater throughout school, setting the stage for the future. Watch Full Podcast: https://youtu.be/_gDaaxdPYbY #ElationLighting #geezersofgear #podcast #MainLight #LightingDirector #BroadwayShows #TheaterLife #ShowBusiness
From humping cable to running the show: a relentless climb. Any opportunity was seized, paid or unpaid, just to learn. Swinford gave the first big break: Kenny Loggins. Aptitude plus opportunity equals rapid ascent. Watch Full Podcast: https://youtu.be/XuEPGH0zSfY #geezersofgear #podcast #CareerGrowth #LightingDesign #KennyLoggins #Grit #Opportunity
Pyrotecnico's isn't just lighting up the sky—they're crafting immersive stories with fireworks. Always innovating, they're building both their current company and the one they're becoming, leading with vision and adaptability. Listen to Full Podcast:https://youtu.be/k7IQU0otZxY #AI #AIPodcast #FutureTech #LiveEvents #Pyrotecnico #Geezersofgear #Fireworks #Innovation #BusinessMindset #DigitalTransformation