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Oct. 14, 2025

Panthers' Schmidt & NHL Transfers: What You Missed! #shorts

A player recalls a defenseman, Schmidt, who briefly played for the Panthers. The conversation explores player movements between the Panthers and Kraken. Is another strong season ahead for the Panthers? https://youtu.be/QBEvyM34Kkc #NHL #FloridaPanthers #SeattleKraken #Hockey

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Oct. 13, 2025

Taylor Swift Tickets: How Ticketmaster Controls the Game #shorts

LiveNation/Ticketmaster serves as a service provider for AEG, a competitor. AEG faces potential risks due to guarantees for Taylor Swift. Promoters agree to pay talent performance fees. Scalpers de-risk the promoter by buying a large share of tickets. Watch Podcast: https://youtu.be/7tF2hxEOoHk #geezersofgear #ETC #DelicateProductions #ArtistryInMotion #TicketFairy #Ticketmaster #TaylorSwift #AEG #LiveNation…

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Oct. 13, 2025

Embrace Mistakes: Why Messing Up Is Essential for Growth #shorts

What if errors were impossible? It would be quite annoying. Mistakes are vital for growth, allowing for learning and forward movement. Embracing imperfections leads to unexpected progress. #growthmindset #mistakes #learning #progress #nevergiveup

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Oct. 13, 2025

Opening Doors: Equity in Programming and Tech Careers #shorts

Access to programming should be equitable. Those who can create opportunities for others have a responsibility to do so, ensuring everyone has a fair chance to enter and thrive in the tech industry. Watch Full Podcast: https://youtu.be/UB7YdNlz_Ew #leadingladies #lightswitch #Geezersofgear #podcast #tech #opportunity #DEI #equity #programming #education

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Oct. 13, 2025

The Power of Saying Yes: Building Your Network #shorts

Discover the can-do attitude that shaped an industry! Learn how saying 'yes' and figuring it out later leads to friendships and opportunities. A breakout session on breaking and entering into the industry. Watch Full Podcast:https://youtu.be/ndTMfgNp0F0 #geezersofgear #podcast #candoattitude #success #industry

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Oct. 12, 2025

Fuse Wash 500: Future Tech Meets Classic Vibes #shorts

Modern geeks will love the nostalgia of the Fuse Wash 500. It delivers a single rich color field like the old Fresnels, but with the flexibility of LED tech. Get that cozy, nostalgic look without the old-school headaches. Listen to Full Podcast: https://youtu.be/MJQTnW95o3U #AI #AIPodcast #FutureTech #Elation #Geezersofgear #FutureTech #LightingTech…

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Oct. 12, 2025

Music Industry: How Capital & Globals Dominate Shows #shorts

Competing in the entertainment industry now requires significant capital to produce large-scale shows. Global companies have an advantage in international touring because they can easily ship equipment and resources worldwide. https://youtu.be/K3erZFyNJMI #capital #entertainmentindustry #globalcompanies

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Oct. 12, 2025

Concert Touring: Design & Tech Conference with Jake Berry #shorts

A concert touring conference focusing on design and technology is in the works. Jake Berry will be the creative consultant, and Marcel and Jake will moderate the sessions. This conference aims to fill a void for those missing out! Watch Full Podcast: https://youtu.be/iAkPLyfUwz8 #leadingladies #lightswitch #Geezersofgear #podcast #ConcertTouring #Conference #Design…

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Oct. 11, 2025

Mini Spotlight: Architectural Lighting Reinvented #shorts

The Mini light has been reworked for architectural use with better optics and a brighter field. The plus versions offer more flexibility, brighter images, and choices for how to hang them. These lights come with DMX and DALI control options. Listen to Full Podcast: https://youtu.be/uYpmvrWOq7A #AI #AIPodcast #FutureTech #ETC #Geezersofgear…

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Oct. 11, 2025

Drone Industry Safety: Avoiding Shutdowns & Protecting Growth #shorts

The drone show industry faces potential shutdown if safety incidents continue, risking a ban on shows until regulations are established. International collaboration is crucial for the industry's future. https://youtu.be/WW1xJ7yy_Qw #drones #droneindustry #safety #technology #regulations #future

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Oct. 11, 2025

Why Every Tour Needs a Counselor: Mental Health Matters #shorts

Touring can be tough. Counselors offer a safe space to talk without judgment. Bringing mental health support on tour is invaluable for those working in demanding environments. Watch Full Podcast: https://youtu.be/Q1H0AOi9pZ0 #leadingladies #lightswitch #Geezersofgear #podcast #tourlife #mentalhealth #counseling #wellbeing

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Oct. 11, 2025

CPR Class: Legacy Artists & Health Challenges #shorts

A CPR instructor cautions that even if legacy artists stopped their vices decades ago, past damage could necessitate CPR. The instructor highlights the potential long-term impact of self-destructive behavior. Watch Full Podcast:https://youtu.be/ndTMfgNp0F0 #geezersofgear #podcast #CPR #LegacyArtists #Health

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Oct. 10, 2025

Dire Straits Tour: Behind-the-Scenes Mishaps & Lighting! #shorts

A classic lighting hiccup during the Dire Straits Brothers in Arms Tour is recounted. A frantic mid-show fuse swap led to lasting connections in the industry. It's a small world after all. Listen to Full Podcast: https://youtu.be/omCv5tqqZCM #AI #AIPodcast #FutureTech #DelicateProductions #Geezersofgear #DireStraits #BrothersInArms #LightingTech #BehindTheScenes #TourLife

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Oct. 10, 2025

Feature Costs: Maintaining Innovation & Financial Health #shorts

Discover why console companies need healthy margins. High End and ETC pivoted during COVID to keep features alive. Find out why profitability fuels innovation and avoids exorbitant costs for updates. https://youtu.be/rUmcBxDUgag #ConsoleMargins #TechInnovation #BusinessStrategy #COVIDPivot

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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 productions.

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Oct. 10, 2025

Entertainment Rigging: Exclusive Insights with Legends #shorts

Roy, the godfather of entertainment rigging, extends a session. He'll kick off Rigs, followed by Dining with Dinosaurs, presented by Geezers of Gear. It's a great chance to dine and discuss with legends. Watch Full Podcast: https://youtu.be/iAkPLyfUwz8 #leadingladies #lightswitch #Geezersofgear #podcast #entertainment #rigging #dinosaurs #concerttouring #GeezersofGear

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Oct. 9, 2025

Irideon FPZ & WLZ Plus: Dramatic Lighting Boost! #shorts

The Irideon FPZ Plus sees a dramatic boost in output. It cranks out 1,600 lumens, brighter than the standard version. The WLZ plus gets up to 2,600 lumens. Plus, all 3 fit straight onto 235V track using 1track by YouTrack. Listen to Full Podcast: https://youtu.be/uYpmvrWOq7A #AI #AIPodcast #FutureTech #ETC #Geezersofgear…

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Oct. 9, 2025

Tour Life: Unforgettable Memories from 2014! #shorts

A production manager recalls a conversation with his wife in June of 2014, where she questioned his loyalty to a long-term job with good pay and a flexible schedule. The role allowed him to balance touring with corporate events. https://youtu.be/Hinkw1w_oyQ #tourlife #productionmanager #jobstory #Manchester #corporateevents

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Oct. 9, 2025

Tkachuk's Surgery: Injury Update and Hockey Talk #shorts

Tkachuk is reportedly having surgery and might be out until December due to a lower body injury. He apparently played through some significant problems last year. The injury may have been aggravated at the 4 Nations. https://youtu.be/QBEvyM34Kkc #NHL #Tkachuk #InjuryUpdate #HockeyNews

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Oct. 8, 2025

How to Connect with Tour Companies: Expert Advice #shorts

Need Rachel Bronstein's expert advice? Find her at LifesJam.com and on Instagram under the same handle. Connect on LinkedIn under Rachel Bronstein's name. She gives brilliant advice! Touring industry success comes from presence and persistence. Rachel shares how showing up and absorbing information led to coaching Green Day and speaking…

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Oct. 8, 2025

Lighting Magic: How Light Creates or Breaks a Show! #shorts

The right lighting can make or break a show's feeling. Lighting designers don't have to choose between vintage and versatile; they get both. Artists know their show can look unique but still feel familiar.Listen to Full Podcast: https://youtu.be/MJQTnW95o3U #AI #AIPodcast #FutureTech #Elation #Geezersofgear #lightingdesign #showproduction #vintagestyle #moderntech #stagelighting

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Oct. 8, 2025

5 Software Release: What You Need to Know! #shorts

ETC entered the concert touring business by listening to the needs and insights of people in the industry. Approaching high-end ETC users allowed for software testing and a solid first release. https://youtu.be/rUmcBxDUgag #ETC #ConcertTouring #SoftwareTesting #LightingDesign

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Oct. 8, 2025

My Obsession with Justice: From America's Most Wanted to Life Choices #shorts

A childhood fascination with crime shows shifted when someone close was wrongly accused. The creator realized they couldn't stomach the weight of legal decisions, choosing a different path than law school. Watch Full Podcast: https://youtu.be/M_kb_8kmA5In #leadingladies #lightswitch #Geezersofgear #podcast #truecrime #law #FBI

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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 and touring roles, having worked with artists like Maroon 5, Jimmy Eat World, and Yeah Yeah Yeahs. Sonny Dyon…

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