Shows
The Big EventHow To Prep a Successful ShowThe Big Event by Advanced Staging Productions brings you deep dives into every corner of the event industry—from audio and video to lighting, technology, and more. Each episode features industry experts who share valuable insights and trends to keep you informed and ahead.In this episode, join Chris Paterson, Warehouse Supervisor, and Mark Radziak, Assistant Warehouse Manager, for an in-depth look at the essential steps to prepping a successful show. From maximizing warehouse efficiency to building a powerhouse team and avoiding common pitfalls, they’ll offer expert tips for keeping your...2025-04-1440 min
The Big EventWhat To Expect In 2025🎧✨ The Big Event by Advanced Staging Productions brings you deep dives into every corner of the event industry—from audio and video to lighting, technology, and more. Each episode features industry experts who share valuable insights and trends to keep you informed and ahead.In this episode, join Jason Showers, Vice President of Production, and Ryan McLaughlin, President of Advanced Staging Productions, as they review the key moments of 2024 and reveal the top trends shaping 2025. They’ll discuss the latest in event technology, audience engagement strategies, and the challenges and opportunities on the ho...2024-11-1340 min
The Big EventBreaking Into the Event Industry"The Big Event," hosted by Advanced Staging Productions, dives into all facets of the event industry—from audio and video to lighting and beyond. Tune in to hear industry experts share their insights, opinions, and the latest trends, helping you stay informed and ahead in the event space. Discover how Advanced Staging Productions turns every event into "The Big Event." 🎧✨In this episode, we’re shining the spotlight on what it takes to break into the event industry. Join Lindsay Otruba (Director of Production), Ethan Rapp, Josh Wein, and Danny S...2024-09-1648 min
The Big EventVideo Production in the AI Age"The Big Event," hosted by Advanced Staging Productions, dives into all facets of the event industry—from audio and video to lighting and beyond. Tune in to hear industry experts share their insights, opinions, and the latest trends, helping you stay informed and ahead in the event space. Discover how Advanced Staging Productions turns every event into "The Big Event."In our latest episode, join Lead Video Producer Andy DiAngelis and Videographer & Editor Paul Chrismer as they explore Video Production in the AI Age. They discuss the challenges of identifying AI-generated content, recommend es...2024-09-0343 min
The Big EventHow To Go From A Vendor To A Partner“The Big Event”, hosted by Advanced Staging Productions, covers all aspects of the event industry. With episodes discussing audio, video, lighting, and so much more. Listen to event experts discuss their opinions and insights on the industry, and keep up to date in the event space. Learn how Advanced Staging Productions makes every event the big event!Listen to Advanced Staging Productions’ Account Managers, Alicia Armento and Kim Pagliaro Bussard, discuss insights on how to go from a vendor to a partner. Learn about the best practices and common pitfalls you can avoid when forming and retaining partne...2023-05-2526 min
The Big EventImpactful Lighting Solutions to Make Your Event Shine“The Big Event”, hosted by Advanced Staging Productions, covers all aspects of the event industry. With episodes discussing audio, video, lighting, and so much more. Listen to event experts discuss their opinions and insights on the industry, and keep up to date in the event space. Learn how Advanced Staging Productions makes every event the big event! Listen to Advanced Staging Productions’ Lead Lighting Engineer, Jon Futty, discuss insights on impactful lighting solutions to make your event shine. Learn about the importance of stage wash, understanding your scenic, and the importance of having the right lightin...2022-12-2727 min
The Big EventInsights to Becoming a Better Project Manager“The Big Event”, hosted by Advanced Staging Productions, covers all aspects of the event industry. With episodes discussing audio, video, lighting, and so much more. Listen to event experts discuss their opinions and insights on the industry, and keep up to date in the event space. Learn how Advanced Staging Productions makes every event the big event!Listen to Advanced Staging Productions’ Senior Project Managers, Jeff Spence and Chris Yando, discuss insights on how to become a better project manager. Learn about managing freelance and local labor, common pitfalls to avoid, and new skills to learn!2022-11-0240 min
The Big EventHow to Make Your Message Resonate with Visual Media“The Big Event”, hosted by Advanced Staging Productions, covers all aspects of the event industry. With episodes discussing audio, video, lighting, and so much more. Listen to event experts discuss their opinions and insights on the industry, and keep up to date in the event space. Learn how Advanced Staging Productions makes every event the big event! Listen to Advanced Staging Productions’ Lead Video Producer, Andy DiAngelis, and Videographer & Editor, Paul Chrismer, discuss the formation and successes of the Visual Media Department. Learn about projects, platforms, and gear to make your message resonate through visual media!2022-08-2638 min
The Big EventEvent Safety“The Big Event”, hosted by Advanced Staging Productions, covers all aspects of the event industry. With episodes discussing audio, video, lighting, and so much more. Listen to event experts discuss their opinions and insights on the industry, and keep up to date in the event space. Learn how Advanced Staging Productions makes every event the big event!Listen to Advanced Staging Productions’ VP of Production, Jason Showers, and Senior Project Manager, Chris Yando, give their insights and opinions on event safety for your next event. Learn about industry safety initiatives, program benefits, client responses to safety, and event...2022-07-2838 min
The Big EventVideo Elements That Leave a Lasting Effect on Attendees“The Big Event”, hosted by Advanced Staging Productions, covers all aspects of the event industry. With episodes discussing audio, video, lighting, and so much more. Listen to event experts discuss their opinions and insights on the industry, and keep up to date in the event space. Learn how Advanced Staging Productions makes every event the big event! Listen to Advanced Staging Productions’ Lead Video Engineer, Nate Covey, give his insights and opinions on the top video elements for your next event. Learn about the most successful video elements to use, common pitfalls to avoid, and how to still d...2022-05-1918 min
The Big EventAudio Elements To Make Your Message Clear“The Big Event”, hosted by Advanced Staging Productions, covers all aspects of the event industry. With episodes discussing audio, video, lighting, and so much more. Listen to event experts discuss their opinions and insights on the industry, and keep up to date in the event space. Learn how Advanced Staging Productions makes every event the big event! Listen to Advanced Staging Productions’ Director of Operations, Jim Cathers and Lead Audio Engineer, Ryan Reed, give their insights and opinions on the top audio elements for your next event. Learn about the importance of understanding your space, what it...2022-04-1134 min
The Big EventFreelance & Event Company Relationships“The Big Event”, hosted by Advanced Staging Productions, covers all aspects of the event industry. With episodes discussing audio, video, lighting, and so much more. Listen to event experts discuss their opinions and insights on the industry, and keep up to date in the event space. Learn how Advanced Staging Productions makes every event the big event! Listen to Freelance Audio Engineer, Pat Holladay, and the Principal Designer of Live Wire Design Group, Mike Cristella, give their insights and opinions on the freelance event world. Learn about the common pitfalls, what to expect in 2022, and how t...2022-03-1831 min
The Big EventAn Inside Look into Intellievent“The Big Event”, hosted by Advanced Staging Productions, covers all aspects of the event industry. With episodes discussing audio, video, lighting, and so much more. Listen to event experts discuss their opinions and insights on the industry, and keep up to date in the event space. Learn how Advanced Staging Productions makes every event the big event!Listen to the Vice President and General Manager of Intellievent, Andrew Ehler, give an inside look into Intellievent Lightning. Learn about the updates, implementation, and feedback of this cloud-based rental business management software that helps rental companies, venues, and AV and...2022-02-1843 min
The Big EventMid-Atlantic Event Trends“The Big Event”, hosted by Advanced Staging Productions, covers all aspects of the event industry. With episodes discussing audio, video, lighting, and so much more. Listen to event experts discuss their opinions and insights on the industry, and keep up to date in the event space. Learn how Advanced Staging Productions makes every event the big event!Listen to the Owner/Publisher/Editor and Gentleman of the Mid-Atlantic Events Magazine, Jim Cohn, discuss industry trends and insights to the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast Region. Learn what types of events we expect to make up 2022, important partnerships within the hosp...2022-01-0636 min
The Big EventVendor & Rental Agency Relationships“The Big Event”, hosted by Advanced Staging Productions, covers all aspects of the event industry. With episodes discussing audio, video, lighting, and so much more. Listen to event experts discuss their opinions and insights on the industry, and keep up to date in the event space. Learn how Advanced Staging Productions makes every event the big event!Listen to the Nationwide Video team of Business Development, Dave Varecka, Customer Service and Sales Rep, Joe Revelle, and the National Customer Service Manager, Brad McMartin discuss the key relationship between vendors and rental agencies. Learn what are the current most...2021-12-0129 min
The Big EventWhat To Watch For In 2022Listen to Advanced Staging Productions' VP of Production, Jason Showers and President, Ryan McLaughlin review 2021 in the event industry while giving their insights to the year ahead. Both Jason & Ryan provide their insights on what to watch for, and discuss the future of virtual and hybrid events.2021-11-1134 min