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SXSW is right around corner. Festival experts Micco, Lane, Boris Wright (who's worked SXSW for 19 years) join the podcast to share tips, insights, and stories:

• How to prepare for SXSW: RSVPster, SXSW Domination Team on GroupMe, @ChrisKeegan's SXSW Guide, @SXSWMafia
• Doing SXSW with VS without a wristband;
• Transportation/Parking tips: use B-Cycle, where to park, Uber Pool, Lyft;
• Tech tips: mobile chargers, use your phone the least possible;
• How to get a hook up: take care of volunteers, staff and they'll take care of you;
• How to strategize: meet people, have your own agenda, use print outs, and more tips;
• Story time!
• President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle's keynotes

"If you're new to SX and you don't have a wristband or credentials, when you go somewhere, you really should stay at one venue because it's hard for you to get anywhere" - Micco

"My #1 tip for SXSW: meet people in the line" - Lane

"I see the list of bands and I'm like 'oh my god they're coming'. I get excited. I got more excited when I let someone know about it." - Boris