Show Notes
- 6:15 — What to do about background noise including an AI-based software solution that cancels background sounds and a pro-level solution that uses audio hardware to block unwanted sounds.
- 11:31 — Why it’s important to pay attention to keeping your face centered in your webcam.
- 13:00 — Tailoring your backdrop so you look professional.
- 14:55 — Ian suggests using software or a good camera lens to blur your background.
- 17:19 — Green screen solutions for less than $10.
- 18:24 — How kids are using custom backgrounds to trick teachers into thinking that they are paying attention in virtual class.
- 19:49 — Picking a good router to ensure that you have adequate bandwidth to stream good quality video.
- 24:18 — How to get the most out of the software you use to connect with others.
- 29:29 — Maintaining a sense of presence while engaging with others via a video call.
- 32:10 — Gaze correction software.
- 33:19 — Darren shares his experience with video conferencing with friends and family using the Facebook Portal TV.
- 34:17 — The etiquette of using the mute button.
- 37:15 — The etiquette of activating your video versus broadcasting in the dark.
- 40:01 — Several nice things you can do as a participant to make a video conference more pleasant and productive for everyone involved.
- 45:59 — Tips for business-focused video conferences including recording calls for those who cannot attend.
- 54:00 — Ian gets inspired by the Fraiser sitcom. 😁
- 55:01 — Zoom fatigue and how to recover from it.
- 58:55 — March discusses his experience using virtual reality for some of his video conferences with his friends.
- 1:01:30 — Darren shares some ideas for things you can do to mix up your video calls with family and friends including cooking together, virtual poker, and a virtual wine or spirit tastings.
- 1:04:55 — Ian, Darren, and March invent a new video conferencing game based on Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon.
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