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The AV Life316: Holiday Party '25In this annual holiday party episode of The AV Life Podcast, hosts Tim Van Woeart, Murphy Daley, Renee Benson (Sony Electronics), and Nancy Blanchard (ScreenBeam) are joined by a wide-ranging group of higher education and AV industry professionals for an informal but insightful year-in-review conversation. Guests reflect on professional milestones such as promotions, job changes, awards, staffing challenges, and major personal moments, including new parents and career recognitions.The discussion highlights the evolving higher ed AV landscape, from workforce shortages and equipment lifecycle planning to the growing impact of organizations like HETMA and major industry events such as...
2025-12-221h 19The AV Life315: Boundaries, Burnout, and the Busy AV SeasonIn this episode of The AV Life, host Tim Van Woert is joined by Renee Benson, Nancy Blanchard, and Murphy Daley for a candid, year-end conversation about the hectic fourth quarter in AV and higher education. The team discusses extreme workloads, slipping project timelines, unusual product lead times, and the pressure to stay constantly available for customers and campus needs. Renee and Nancy share insights into navigating unlimited PTO, leadership expectations, and setting boundaries while maintaining strong customer relationships. Murphy offers a “PM Minute,” emphasizing returning to fundamentals when projects stall. The group also talks about higher ed purc...
2025-12-1546 minThe AV Life314: Productive Rest, Big Potato Energy, and the Power of CollaborationIn this post-Thanksgiving installment, Tim Van Woeart welcomes back co-host Murphy Daley for a warm, funny, and wide-ranging conversation. The pair catch up on holiday adventures (mashed potatoes, cranberries, Instant pots, olives, pickles, and more), reflect on the December HETMA theme—Productive Rest, and dive deep into collaboration, planning, and communication in AV and IT work.As always, Tim and Murphy mix personal storytelling with professional insight—discussing everything from grad school applications, stocking-stuffer hacks, 3D printing, and de-cluttering, to setting boundaries, project management habits, and community building. The episode wraps with a call to action for the HETM...
2025-12-0844 minThe AV Life313: All By MyselfIn this special solo episode, Tim sits down—crewless but full-hearted—to open December’s HETMA Road to 10K theme: Productive Rest. After dedicating the episode to his late colleague Steve Smith, he reflects on burnout, seasonal chaos, family life, and why AV pros need to set healthy boundaries during the busiest time of year.He also shares updates on the upcoming AV Life Holiday Party, teases a big January anniversary episode, and reminds everyone to mark their calendars for the 2026 HETMA Virtual Conference. A short but meaningful check-in before the holiday whirlwind begins.Topics Discuss...
2025-12-0112 minThe AV Life312: Attitude of Gratitude: Community, Careers, and ChangeIn this special “Attitude of Gratitude” episode of The AV Life, host Tim Van Woeart welcomes an extended panel including Nancy Blanchard (ScreenBeam), Renee Benson (Sony), Murphy Daley, James King, Joe Way, and guests Aaron Baker, Philip Leimbach, and Tim Neviska. Together, the group reflects on career growth, the power of community within higher-education AV, and the role gratitude plays amid professional challenges and life transitions.The conversation ranges from managing legacy equipment in AV projects, maintaining boundaries in support roles, and navigating shifting job markets, to deeply personal reflections on family, career pivots, mentorship, burnout, and faith. Cont...
2025-11-241h 15The AV Life311: From Accreditation to AV Strategy: Lessons from the FieldThis week the AV Life crew digs into why the AV industry feels “weird” right now—from project delays and shifting budgets to higher ed’s changing technology demands. James King shares stories from LCME accreditation planning, emphasizing the power of basics, discipline, and preparation. Tim highlights HETMA’s mission and the value of small wins, while Renee offers insights from manufacturers and integrators navigating unpredictable conditions. A grounded, honest look at where AV stands today and how to keep moving forward.Topics discussed:Rapid weather changes across regionsNationwide AV job market shiftsConstruction delays and funding re...
2025-11-1747 minThe AV Life310: War Stories: When AV Projects Go SidewaysThis week the AV Life crew welcomes guest Kevin Kwasneski from 22 Miles, and the team share their biggest AV war stories: stressful installs, communication breakdowns, project management lessons, and the moments that made them better pros. From oranges that looked ripe (Murphy’s PM Minute metaphor) to 2 a.m. installs, broken firewalls, and full-building refreshes before Labor Day, each story highlights the chaos, teamwork, and learning that come from AV project challenges.🎧 Topics Discussed:Project readiness and “ripening” (Murphy Daley’s PM Minute)The Biamp–ClearOne acquisition and industry shake-upsUnexpected project crises and fast-tracked installsManaging clients, expe...
2025-11-1054 minThe AV Life309: Tricks, Treats & Tech: The Spooky Side of AVIt’s a spooktacular 👻 time on The AV Life podcast this week! Join Tim and Nancy with guests Tim Albright, Brittney Grant, and Jennifer Weaver as they celebrate Halloween AV-style — with stories, laughs, and plenty of tricks and treats. From creepy tech mishaps and haunted installations to favorite costumes and candy debates, this lighthearted episode shows the fun, community-driven spirit behind The AV Life team. The hosts mix seasonal silliness with real AV-life reflections — proving that even in the world of professional tech, there’s always room for a good ghost story and a laugh with friends.🎧 To...
2025-10-271h 01The AV Life308: HETMA Hits the Road to Nashville!The AV Life crew welcomes guest Jon Youse, Regional Board Chair for HETMA and Director of Educational Technology Support at Ivy Tech Community College. Together, they preview the upcoming HETMA Roadshow in Nashville, explore the power of community in higher ed AV, and share insights about planning regional events that unite technology, education, and connection. Plus, the team dives into travel tales, weather woes, and reflections on learning, adaptation, and gratitude.A lively mix of AV insights, personal stories, and a look ahead at what’s next for HETMA and the higher ed AV community.To...
2025-10-2055 minThe AV Life307: From Atari to Immersive Rooms: A Conversation with Igloo Vision’s Bex WadeIn this lively and wide-ranging episode of The AV Life, host Tim Van Woert welcomes Bex Wade from Igloo Vision, along with regular crew members Nancy Blanchard, Renee Benson, and Murphy Daley. They dive into immersive technology, project management, and industry events — and take hilarious detours into classic gaming, British vs. American accents, 90s pop culture, and even Rush’s comeback tour. Murphy shares updates on her upcoming book The AV Project Manager Handbook and offers a “PM Minute” on risk management.This one has everything: immersive spaces, road trip stories, and why you should never drop the baton —...
2025-10-1345 minThe AV Life306: From the Vault: Tariffs, Climate, and COVID: An AV Reality CheckIn this one-on-one episode, Tim Van Woeart and Nancy Blanchard dive into a wide-ranging conversation that blends climate realities, tariffs, and the AV industry’s global supply chain. They reflect on erratic weather, climate change misconceptions, and how new U.S. tariffs could reshape manufacturing, pricing, and planning for AV projects in higher education. Nancy shares insights from her dual Canadian–U.S. perspective and previews the HETMA Roadshow in Toronto. The hosts discuss COVID’s lingering narratives, work ethic in younger generations, and how manufacturing and labor shortages affect AV production. Tim closes with plans for a future episode to “ro...
2025-10-0637 minThe AV Life305: From Budgets to Zombies: AV Fun in the FallIn this “cozy” episode of The AV Life, hosts Van Woeart and Murphy Daley hold down the fort as a two-person crew. They reflect on the busy start of the semester, budget planning and deferred maintenance, and how to feed all the “little projects” competing for attention. With fall underway, they swap stories about Halloween AV setups, lighting effects, and calls for community members to share their creative projects. Murphy’s PM Minute explores transferable knowledge and how stepping into the unknown sparks growth. The conversation expands to public broadcasting’s future, art born from struggle, and the value of earned wisdo...
2025-09-2932 minThe AV Life304: When Projects Die/EndIn this episode of The AV Life, host Tim Van Woeart welcomes Chris Kelly from Creighton University to discuss classroom AV support in higher education, including strategies for lecture capture, synchronous learning, and Zoom’s new video management tool. The crew shares updates on Murphy Daly’s upcoming book, Mark Coxon’s serialized book project, and reflects on project management lessons about when projects die or how to hand them off when they end. They honor Corey Moss, preview upcoming HETMA roadshows, Educause, and the HETMA Golf Classic. The episode closes with a return of the firing range with a spirit...
2025-09-2258 minThe AV Life303: AV as a PlatformThis episode of The AV Life dives into UCLA’s groundbreaking AV as a Platform initiative. The hosts welcome special guest Chi Hang Lo, who shares details about the next-generation AV automation system being piloted on campus. The discussion explores how AV can function as a scalable, modular platform that ties together technology, facilities, security, and student experiences across the university. From scheduling and signage to safety and student experience, UCLA’s pilot is laying the foundation for the next decade of AV in higher education.Topics Discussed:The concept of AV as a Platform vs...
2025-09-1552 minThe AV Life302: Life Is a Highway: Building Systems for SuccessIn the 302nd episode of The AV Life, the hosts celebrate the continuing journey beyond their 300th show. They dive into the upcoming Prism Scholarship Golf Tournament, share stories about travel, processes, and project management, and explore the September theme of “Life is a Highway”—building systems and repeatable habits that foster long-term success. Along the way, the crew swaps fall drink preferences, cookie debates, and reflections on AV life in higher education.Topics Discussed: • Prism Scholarship Golf Tournament (September 21–22) and fundraising efforts • Golfing stories, scrambles, and event traditions (including themed jello shots) • Travel...
2025-09-0848 minThe AV Life301: Catch up from March: Roast of COVIDRecorded March 18, 2025Better late than never! Host Tim Van Woeart sits down with Chris Neto (Midwich; creator of AV in the AM) and crew members Joe Way, Renee Benson, and James King to “roast” COVID—airing grievances, acknowledging what changed for the better, and, finally, putting the topic to bed. Five years on, they revisit how emergency funding, supply-chain chaos, and fast pivots reshaped classrooms, conference rooms, and the AV/IT relationship.Topics Discussed:Why Tim wants to “roast COVID” and move on—capturing lessons witho...
2025-09-051h 14The AV Life300: The 300th Episode SpectacularRecorded June 25, 2025, this milestone episode celebrates The AV Life’s 300th recording with a perfect blend of old-school chaos and heartfelt reflection. Host Tim Van Woeart brings together the crew — Renee Benson, Murphy Daley, Nancy Blanchard, and Joe Way — alongside special guests Brandy Johnson, Aaron Peterson, and the always unpredictable Harry Mead.The episode pays tribute to Corey Moss, the show’s late founder, and reflects on how his original vision — unpredictable, inclusive, debate-filled, and human — still anchors the podcast today. There’s plenty of AV nostalgia, HETMA shoutouts, and off-topic hilarity, including a heated Firing Range debate on AI’s impact...
2025-09-011h 27The AV Life299: Countdown to 300: Summer Wrap, Fall Spin UpRecorded: August 19, 2025Crew: Host Tim Van Woeart, with Murphy Daley and Nancy BlanchardAs the show lines up its 300th milestone, Tim throws out an open invite for listeners to jump into the next recording by DM’ing for the link. He’s capping the virtual studio at around a dozen at a time, so expect some rotation if the crowd floods in. Consider this the pre-party: a quick check-in on summer rhythms, back-to-school ramp-ups, and how the show’s evolved since the 200th.The crew also hits industry beats and life s...
2025-08-2544 minThe AV Life298: Catch Up from March: Camp HETMA Preview and CTS TipsRecorded March 25, 2025Host Tim Van Woeart and co-host Murphy Daley catch up on life and AV. Murphy shares a health update and why she’s diving into a water-management certification that’s heavy on geometry, conversions, and real-world stakes at city scale. Tim offers practical CTS study tactics (including how mentors and a pre-written formula sheet can help), and they point listeners to the HETMA Prism Scholarship pathway. The duo preview InfoComm week: the HETMA Education Summit via AVIXA registration, panel and small-group formats, and the 12 RU haul for CTS renewal. They also tease the Camp HETM...
2025-08-2234 minThe AV Life297: Catch Up from April: HETMA Roadshow Toronto ReviewRecorded April 1, 2025In this catch-up episode, Tim Van Woeart and Nancy Blanchard (now with PPDS Professional Display Solutions) reconnect to share updates, swap stories, and dive into Nancy’s on-the-ground review of the recent HETMA Roadshow in Toronto. From wild weather shifts to standout campus tours, they explore what made this stop unique — including the impressive sustainable “Timberlost” building project at George Brown College and how the event drew strong local higher ed participation.The conversation blends personal updates with professional insights, covering how roadshows meet a critical need for local vendor–campus con...
2025-08-1838 minThe AV Life296: Infocomm AsiaRecorded in August 5, 2025, the crew reunites to catch up on summer adventures before diving into a full recap of InfoComm Asia. Host Tim Van Woeart is joined by Joe Way and Nancy Blanchard, bringing listeners into a lively conversation about vacations, baseball on the beach, Disneyland anniversaries, and the “tourist” spots that locals love to avoid. Joe shares his recent experience representing HETMA at InfoComm Asia in Bangkok, offering insights into the show’s unique size, focus, and energy compared to its North American and European counterparts.Joe’s recap paints a vivid picture of the event’s intimate f...
2025-08-1137 minThe AV Life295: Catch Up From May: The ResetRecorded May 6, 2025This crew episode features Tim Van Woeart and Murphy Daley catching up on life, career moves, travel mishaps, and what it means to hit the reset button. Tim talks about his new role at Rutgers Newark, his experiences with classroom technology, and how it’s changing his day-to-day approach. Murphy shares her own updates, from local government projects to family trips that include Weird Al, Annapolis, and even Germany.The conversation dives into everything from air traffic control meltdowns and cross-country road trips to learning the “language” of new teams and navigating big tr...
2025-08-0851 minThe AV Life294: Aaron Peterson, Mistakes, and NetworksThis episode dives into the human side of AV life—mistakes that teach us lessons, networks that support us, and how professional growth often happens in the most unexpected ways. Tim Van Woeart leads the conversation with crew members Nancy and James as they welcome guest Aaron Peterson to share his experiences navigating challenges, finding mentors, and embracing the power of connection.The team explores the role of vulnerability and authenticity in professional networks, how learning from failures can strengthen relationships, and why having a strong community of peers is critical in the AV industry. Whether you’ve been...
2025-08-0458 minThe AV Life293: True North with Brittney GrantRecorded July 22, 2025Tim Van Woeart and Renee Benson welcome Brittney Grant, AV professional at Aims Community College and Chair of HETMA’s Approved Program, for a conversation themed around “True North.” They discuss professional growth, mentorship, and how to navigate an evolving AV industry while staying grounded in purpose and values.Brittney shares her journey from student to AV leader, her passion for creating excellent experiences, and the mentors who shaped her career. The group reflects on lessons learned from recent HETMA Roadshows, the importance of quality over quantity in industry relationships, and how AV...
2025-07-2849 minThe AV Life292: Catch Up from May: Tarrifs, Travel and Tim's Big MoveRecorded May 13, 2025This “lost” episode of The AV Life goes back to a recording that didn’t post when originally captured but remains as relevant as ever. Host Tim Van Woeart is joined by Joe Way and Renee Benson for an unfiltered conversation that blends industry insight with personal updates and plenty of laughs.The crew talks about Tim’s career transition to Rutgers Newark, the frantic run-up to InfoComm, and how tariffs, supply chain quirks, and travel shifts are changing the conversation in higher ed AV. It’s part industry talk, part after-hour...
2025-07-2649 minThe AV Life291: True North with Tammy FuquaIn this reflective and heartfelt episode of The AV Life, host Tim Van Woeart is joined by crew members Murphy Daley, James King, and Nancy Blanchard for a meaningful conversation with special guest Tammy Fuqua. Together, they explore the idea of discovering and living your “true north”—that internal compass that guides how you lead, grow, and show up for others.Tammy shares her journey with vulnerability and strength, opening up about the importance of clarity, personal alignment, and staying grounded in your values, even in the face of challe...
2025-07-2154 minThe AV Life290: Live from Infocomm 25Recorded June 11-13, 2025, live at the HETMA Booth (4887), InfoComm Orlando.The AV Life crew returns with a three-part episode recorded live from the show floor at InfoComm 2025. Across Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, host Tim Van Woeart is joined by Nancy Blanchard and Renee Benson to reflect on the energy of the show, highlight key moments at the HETMA booth, and share their own experiences navigating a packed InfoComm schedule. With surprise guests—including a championship belt–wearing Ryan Gray—this live series captures the spirit of community, exhaustion, and excitement that only InfoComm can delive...
2025-07-1855 minThe AV Life289: Post Infocomm 25Recorded June 26, 2025After a hot and humid week in Orlando, the crew of The AV Life reconnects to swap stories, shout out favorite moments, and wind down from another whirlwind InfoComm. With Tim Van Woeart back at the helm, the team dives into their personal takeaways from the show floor, standout booth designs, and a few philosophical detours about the AV community itself. It’s equal parts reunion, recap, and real talk.Nancy Blanchard, Renee Benson, and Murphy Daley join Tim for this informal, wide-ranging episode that celebrates what makes InfoComm special be...
2025-07-0736 minThe AV Life288: HETMA and CoreyIn this special 4th of July release, The AV Life team gathers for a conversation that connects where the show started with where the AV community is heading.Host Tim Van Woeargt is joined by Renee Benson, Nancy Blanchard, and James King, and Joe Way.Joe shares recent updates from HETMA, including growth, outreach, and upcoming initiatives.The crew also takes a few moments to reflect on the early days of the podcast and the legacy of Corey Moss, one of its original creators. Though Corey isn’t on the mic, his influence on th...
2025-07-0450 minThe AV Life283:The Bald AV Guys, Pace, & NextLVL LearningAs Joe Way would say: "Boy, do we have a great one for you today!" We welcome George Chacko and Rich Miller to the show as we discuss all the things that they have going on (and spoiler alert: it's a lot!). Listen in as Tim and the crew find out all the fun things they have coming up!
2024-10-3045 minThe AV Life282: Back in ActionTim, Renee and Murphy kick things back in gear for the fall here on the podcast! Listen in as we get the ball rolling for this fall! Sit back and enjoy!
2024-09-3045 minThe AV Life281: HETMA ShenanigansHey Everyone! This week Tim, Murphy and Joe welcome Erin Maher-Moran and Ryan Gray to a shenanigans-filled episode where the new HETMA Chair and Vice Chair (respectively) talk about their aspirations for the direction of HETMA and what we can expect from them over the next year. Sit back and enjoy!
2024-07-291h 08The AV Life279: Infocomm '24 Day 3Tim and Nancy wrap up the last day on the floor at Infocomm. They share their experiences and thoughts and don't miss products! Sit back and enjoy!
2024-06-2414 minThe AV Life278: Infocomm '24 Day 2Today we have a quick episode where we welcome Joel Carroll from Mersive! Renee and Tim share their thoughts about the show up to now and Joel gives us a little inside as to what Mersive has to offer coming down the road! Sit back and enjoy!
2024-06-1408 minThe AV Life277: Infocomm '24 Day 1Hey everyone! We had a great day for the first day of Infocomm '24! Listen in to find out our early thoughts. Murphy, Renee, Nancy and Tim with special surprise guests Frank Padikkala and Andre Miller!
2024-06-1319 minThe AV Life276: Right Before Infocomm '24It's almost time!!! Tim, Murphy, and Nancy talk about some of the last minute things you need to be aware of! See you at Booth C5651! Wednesday through Friday!! Sit back and enjoy!
2024-06-0956 minThe AV Life275: Audio ComputersHey Everyone! This week we welcome Carrie Garcia to the show! We talk about our goals for Infocomm '24 and a Ted Talk that Tim found about wearable Audio Computers by Jason Rugolo. Listen in to the great conversations and important Infocomm information!! Sit back and enjoy!
2024-05-2852 minThe AV Life274: Warming up to InfocommTim and crew start talking about all the awesome things coming up with Infocomm. The workshops, the education, the Higher Ed AV Awards, and so much more!! Sit back and enjoy!!
2024-05-2245 minThe AV Life273: Creating PartnershipsHey everyone! Tim, Renee, Nancy, and Murphy recap the NJ HETMA Roadshow and that leads into a great discussion about the importance of creating partnerships. Don't forget about the upcoming Roadshow at THE Ohio State University on May 10! Listen in and enjoy the show!
2024-05-0746 minThe AV Life269: HETMA Takeover '24It's that time of year again!! HETMA takes over The AV Life! Ryan Gray and Mike Pedersen join us and Tim, James and Joe all put our HETMA Hats on! Hear about all the great things HETMA has going on including the Virtual Conference, PRISM Scholarship, and the Aurora Technology Scholarship. Sit back and enjoy!!
2024-02-191h 02The AV Life268: Bold Predictions '24Hey AVTweeps! Tim and the crew welcome the one and only Rich Ventura to the show as we share our bold (and maybe not so bold) predictions for 2024! Is it Digital Signage? Is it AR/VR? Is it something completely different?? Take a listen and see what you think!! Sit back and enjoy!
2024-01-2952 minThe AV Life267: Holiday PartyHappy Holidays everyone!! What more could we ask for on our Holiday Party Episode than a PACKED house! We welcome an All Star group of AVTweeps to the show including: Tim Albright, Jennifer Weaver, Richard Hutton, and Mike Pedersen. We talk AV, Rock 'n' Roll, and the holidays! Come wrap up 2023 with us, sit back, grab your favorite beverage, and enjoy!
2023-12-291h 05The AV Life266: Always LearningOn this week's episode we welcome back one of the TPoAV, Lisle Waldron! Tim, James, and Lisle talk about the importance of professional development and investing in yourself and investing in the team members who will benefit the most from continuing their education. Sit back and enjoy!
2023-12-1851 minThe AV Life263: The AV Sphere Goes RoundTim and the gang welcome, Richard Hutton, Lex Evans, and Lisle Waldron to the show where we pull apart the Las Vegas Sphere as it gets more and more into the spotlight and we discuss it's future and possible financial changes. Sit back and enjoy!
2023-11-2052 minThe AV Life261: Aurora: Making a Difference in Higher EdThis week Tim and the crew welcome Paul Harris, CEO of Aurora Multimedia, and Joe Way, wearing his HETMA hat, to the show as we discuss Aurora's $6.6 Million technology donation to help Higher Ed institutions in need! We also have a fun PM Minute with Murphy that is sure to "grow" on you. Sit back and enjoy!
2023-10-0246 minThe AV Life260: Blurred LinesUnfortunately, we couldn't get Robin Thicke for this episode but, Tim, James, and Nancy are talking about the Blurred Lines that are forming between the residential and commercial AV Verticals. Higher Ed is part of this blurring as well. And as usual we have our random off the rails talk as well! Sit back and enjoy!
2023-09-2538 minThe AV Life256: The Summer NudgeThis week Tim and the crew start talking summer and have a great PM minute with Murphy where we might nudge you a long with your summer projects. Sit back and enjoy!!
2023-07-0345 minThe AV Life252: The Force Is With AVA long long time ago in a Podcast far far away... yes #avtweeps it's that time again! It's the Annual Star Wars episode! A tradition started back with our founder Corey Moss. Tim and the crew welcome AV Life veteran Michelle Loret to the show! We talk Star Wars, Infocomm, and our AV Family! Sit back and enjoy!
2023-05-1147 minThe AV Life251: Early Access!! HETMA at InfocommWe've got your EARLY ACCESS preview for what HETMA and Higher Ed AV has planned at Infocomm '23!! HETMA Board Members and Higher Ed AV Contributors Joe Way, James King, and Tim Van Woeart (Wait they are also part of The AV Life! haha). Check out all the fun and education they have in store!!
2023-04-2446 minThe AV Life249: April Is For AIThis week Tim and the crew (with some interjections from ChatGPT) talk about the latest with AI. Where is it good? Where is it bad? Do we need to worry about Skynet? haha There's also breaking news from The AV Life and Infocomm!! Listen in and see for yourself!!
2023-04-041h 04The AV Life248: Hall of Fame and St. PaddyOn this week's episode we are celebrating! Tim, Murphy, and Renee first celebrate the inaugural class to the Higher Ed AV Hall of Fame! We congratulate all the award winners for their unwavering support and contributions to Higher Ed! There's a great PM with Murphy and we also do a bit of celebrating for St. Patrick's Day! Listen in and enjoy the great conversation.
2023-03-2742 minThe AV LifeTLE1 - Zoomtopia For The HolidaysThe first of our Lost Episodes comes to us from an awesome Zoomtopia conversation that Tim, Murphy and Nancy had while the rest of the crew was out an about at various conferences! It was a fun night! We also talk cars and the start of the 2022 holidays! Listen, watch and enjoy!
2023-03-2241 minThe AV Life247: The Strong WomenWe recorded this right after International Women's Day. Renee, James and Tim talk about some of the strong women in our lives and how much they have influenced us over the years. As always sit back and enjoy!
2023-03-2138 minThe AV Life246: Spring Cleaning'Tis the season to clean up! We dust off our Spring equipment and get it ready to come out of hibernation. Winter is almost done and Spring is upon us! We talk about what we do in March to prep for the sprint to the summer! We have another great PM Minute with Murphy. Tim and the crew have their usual antics as well! Sit back and enjoy!
2023-03-0756 minThe AV Life245: HETMA Takeover '23It's that time of the year! Time for HETMA to take over The AV Life! Ryan Gray, BC Hatchett, and Troy Powers add on to Tim and James's usual HETMA push. We have another incredible PM Minute and talk about HETMA's 5th Annual Virtual Conference, "Now What?". Sit back and enjoy!!
2023-02-201h 05The AV Life244: For The Love Of AVWelcome to our annual For The Love of AV episode! We welcome Ryan Gray, Will DeWitt, Richard Hutton, and Aaron Peterson to the show! This gives us a great cross section of our industry! We have an amazing PM Minute and wrap things up with all the things we love about our industry. Tim makes it a little difficult on everyone come and see how!! Enjoy!!
2023-02-171h 07The AV Life243: AV By The NumbersWelcome to our latest episode! Tim, Murphy and James hold down the fort while the team is over at ISE and other various trade shows! We get Tim's book update, discuss education and Temple Grandin, Tim brings up the ever-funny Don McMillan, and we crowd source a PM minute among the crew. We also have a big discussion regarding how we as an industry are doing thanks to some numbers provided by Kym Frank! Sit back and enjoy!
2023-02-0647 minThe AV Life242: Opening The Book On ISEWelcome to this week's episode! James and Tim kick things off talking about ISE and our favorite things about this show. Murphy jumps in on the conversation and, in true AV Life fashion, we switched gears completely and move into books and reading. Murphy gives her recommendations and Tim is going to try and do better on doing reading as well. Sit back and enjoy!
2023-01-3054 minThe AV Life240: 2023 PredictionsHey everyone! Happy New Year from The AV Life! We are back after a short hiatus! Tim will be catching you up on all the action as the coming weeks happen. This week though we look into our crystal balls and try to predict what 2023 will look like! A little preview... Tim was right!!! Well sorta haha also Joe makes a bold prediction. (not that any of us were surprised by this). Listen in and enjoy!!
2023-01-1753 minThe AV Life233: Parenting: The MovieThis week it's just James, Murphy, and Tim. We start off by coming up with the next great car innovation. We then roll into our thoughts of parenting. Next we take on the whole elephant with The PM Minute. And in true AV Life fashion we get side tracked into some of our favorite movies. Sit back and enjoy!!
2022-10-0354 minThe AV Life230: Let's Put Down The TechTim and the Crew discuss James's July 2022 article on higheredav.com. James challenges us to take 24 hours and put down all our tech. Disconnect from the technology so we can re-connect with our family and ourselves. Listen in and maybe you can take the challenge yourself!
2022-08-0153 minThe AV Life228: Let's Hear It...This episode we let it be heard! Let's hear it for the Women in AV!!! Let's hear it for young girls who are going to break barriers!!! Let's hear it for AVIXA and Infocomm!!! Let's hear it for adventure (even though "it's a dangerous business")!! Listen in to Tim and the crew as we finish our Infocomm conversation! Sit back and enjoy!
2022-07-0550 minThe AV Life226: Ready! Set! Infocomm!!This week we welcome the TITAN of the industry Richard Hutton from Sharp/NEC and the incredible Joe' Lloyd from AVIXA!! We talk about all your last minute information before Infocomm '22! Get ready for the heat! Drink your water! Be ready for the fun!! Find us at the Starin Booth W1903, Thursday June 9 at 10 AM!! (Don't listen to Tim in this episode he got the location wrong again)
2022-06-0554 minThe AV Life224: ISE and Infocomm - We Want Badges!It's Tim and the awesome Women of AV this week! Nancy brings us her insights from ISE, we talk about the lack of badges there, we talk about the excitement of Infocomm 2022, and we have our PM minute with Murphy! listen in on all the fun!!
2022-05-2341 minThe AV Life220: Springing Into SpringTim, Murphy, and James have a great conversation this week and tackle so many topics. Infocomm, Supply Chain, the PM Minute and much much more!! sit back and enjoy!!
2022-04-1953 minThe AV Life219: And The Oscar Goes To...This week it's the Firing Range! David Pequeno joins Tim and Murphy and boy did we have some good targets to take aim at! We have our PM Minute and then we turn our sights on to Will Smith, Chris Rock, and The Oscars after which we take a deep look into consciousness after decapitation! Sit back and enjoy!!
2022-04-0456 minThe AV Life213: Post-HETMA Conference HavocTim wasn't ready for what was ahead of him. We bring in Joe Way and the crew just a few hours after the close of the HETMA conference and Tim lost control. We talk about the conference, we get our PM Minute from Murphy in two parts, one in the beginning and one in the end, and we get sappy about The AV Life. Sit back and enjoy!
2022-02-2155 minThe AV Life212: Glitches, Conferences, Listeners, and Our LoveHappy Valentine's Day to all of our listeners!! We love you all!! This week Tim and the crew take on a bunch of topics... the upcoming HETMA conference, Infocomm registration being open, bricked car stereos, good listening skills, and of course The Super Bowl! James had a prediction to who was going to win, see if he's right!! Enjoy!!
2022-02-1449 minThe AV Life210: Hitting The Lottery With DairyIt's Firing Range time!!! This month Tim and the crew take aim at Lottery winners and their spam filters and Dairy Transporters helping with the supply chain crisis. Listen in and enjoy!!
2022-01-3148 minThe AV Life209: Buckets of Football SystemsOn this week's episode: Tim, Renee, Murphy, and Nancy tackle football, Project Management Systems, Nancy's experiences at CES, the Omicron Variant, and Figment Popcorn Buckets (IYKYK), Sit back and enjoy the fun!!
2022-01-2443 minThe AV Life208: A Time To CelebrateTim and the crew are celebrating the entire episode! It's James's birthday, the opening of the Prism Scholarship with HETMA, Playoff Football, Our ranking of being 130th technology podcast in Canada (Thanks listeners!) , and much, much more!! Listen in and have fun!!
2022-01-1744 minThe AV Life206: Spicy Food, Perfect HumansTim and the crew welcome back Harry Meade to the podcast as we take aim at two articles in... The Firing Range!! Pew Pew!! Is serving spicy food to kids in Korea violating their human rights??? Are we going too far with "Fixing" humans?? See what everyone has to say on the final Firing Range of 2021!! Sit back and enjoy!!
2021-12-2052 minThe AV Life204: Bold Predictions for 2022Tim and James, as the two lone gentlemen, have a great group of Women in AV on this week! On this episode we welcome Cory Schaffer from QSC and Page Stanberry of Legrand to the show, with the crew, and we give our Bold Predictions for 2022! We lead off with our PM minute with Murphy where we look at ourselves in the mirror. We then give our bold predictions: Hybrid Working, returning to "normal", what is normal?, and so much more! Sit back and enjoy!!
2021-12-0649 minThe AV Life203: Death by Selfie, Saved by ToysTim and the crew have 3 awesome Firing Range articles and 3 awesome guests to join us on this week's ALL FIRING RANGE EPISODE! We welcome, Will DeWitt, Aaron Peterson, and David Pequeno as we take aim at Selfie Deaths, FisherPrice Toys, and Unexpected Autopsies! Sit back and enjoy!!!
2021-11-221h 02The AV Life202: Embrace The LollipopThis week it's just the crew! First we give thanks for those who have served our country and we celebrate the meaning of November 11 around the world, and in Murphy's life. We give some teasers for the weeks to come. We have our PM Minute with Murphy where we "Embrace the Lollipop." We talk supply chain, Tim's car and refrigerator, as well as cars for everyone! Sit back and enjoy!!
2021-11-1541 minThe AV Life201: InfoComm '21 First TimersThis week Tim and the crew welcome Will DeWitt and Gabbi Dunn. They are InfoComm first timers along with Tim and James. We share our experiences (just like in this week's PM Minute) and much much more! And look we are exactly at 45 minutes!! We are going to be sticking with that length going forward so keep an eye (and ear) out! Sit back and enjoy!
2021-11-0845 minThe AV Life200: The AV Life is 200!!Welcome to the 200th episode of The AV Life!!! We welcome Mark Coxon, Michelle Loret, Kym Frank, Gina Sansivero, Renee Benson, and Joe Way on to share their stories and experiences with The AV Life from its inception through our current episodes and beyond! Your host, Tim, sits down with each of them individually so they can have their time to share. Listen in and see how The AV Life has been changing to meet the lives of AV professionals for 200 episodes and beyond!
2021-11-011h 18The AV Life199: Infocomm 21 TeaserWelcome to another week and Infocomm is just getting fired up! We have invited Tim Albright and Richard Hutton on to the show to give us a little teaser of what to expect from CTI, Sharp-NEC, and from the show in general. We also talk about the important topic of where to find food and drink! Take a listen and we hope to see you at the show!! Enjoy!
2021-10-2559 minThe AV Life196: One Year LaterThis week celebrates 1 year with our host, Tim, at the helm of The AV Life! The crew talks about what it means to them and hint at our upcoming 200th episode!! We have Purpose with our PM minute with Murphy. We name drop Higher Ed AV Podcast and Ask The Programmer along with many others! We give some great suggestions to AVIXA and to our regional partners and get excited for Infocomm!!! Site back and enjoy!!
2021-10-041h 03The AV Life195: Augmented Reality in RealityThis week Tim welcomes Aaron Peterson from Mechdyne on the show to talk Augmented Reality. We discuss practical and entertainment usage of the technology in everything from car design to gaming. Hear where we have seen it all in the wilds of the world! Sit back and enjoy!
2021-09-2739 minThe AV Life194: The Immersive Incompetence ExperienceDisney!! Infocomm!!! Immersive Experiences!! Incompetence on Projects!! Harry Meade!!! These are all the topics we dive into with Tim and the Crew on this week's episode. Harry joins us as our guest and we welcome back Spence to the crew after his summer vacation. Take a listen and enjoy!!
2021-09-131h 41The AV Life193: Labor Day BBQWell the BBQ got rained out thanks to Ida, but Will DeWitt joined us from his beautiful backyard. Murphy and Tim decide that Will can be an honorary Crew Member this week as Tim vents about a manufacturer, Murphy enlightens us to OODA, and the conversation goes from there! Enjoy!!
2021-09-0641 minThe AV Life192: Security Strikes BackLike we have always said: security will be an on going topic on the show. With LinkedIn being attacked and other devices being at risk Tim and the crew dive right back in on the action. We welcome back Murphy and her PM Minute and have a great time with all of our normal shenanigans. Take a listen and enjoy!
2021-08-231h 19The AV Life190: Plug In The Code of TeamworkThis week we welcome Steve Greenblatt from Control Concepts on to our show. The Crew and Tim have a great conversation that includes talking about Teamwork, the Triple Constraint, Programming, and Thrill rides! Sit back and enjoy the ride!
2021-07-261h 15The AV Life189: Who's Theme Is It Anyway?Tim had a thought of what we were going to talk about tonight. Tim tried to stay on target (and it wasn't entirely Joe Way's fault) but, in typical The AV Life fashion, we go off and have an INCREDIBLE episode where we talk about aliens, Wawa, unemployment, alcohol, and Trusting but Verifying. Join Tim and the crew and hear how it all comes together!!
2021-07-191h 49The AV Life187: Summer, Summer, SummertimeThis week it's just Tim and the Ladies of The AV Life (minus Kym, we miss you!). We hit the ground running with our usual conversations. We have a straight and to the point PM Minute with Murphy. We say hi to our founder Corey Moss (we miss you too!). Talk about what we are looking forward to the most this summer. Then in The Firing Range we ponder how high powered grenades go missing from an ammunition train. Sit back and enjoy!!
2021-06-2857 minThe AV Life186: No Guests, No ProblemThis week's episode leaves us guest-less, but that's no problem! Tim, Nancy, Murphy and James take on the PM Minute where we Dive Bomb all of our problems. We then reminisce of summers of old as we talk about our first jobs and what we learned from them. Because of James's employment with Korr's (us Jersey folk know) we get veer off into talking about Sonic White Castle, and Dairy Queen. Tune in for all the fun and banter!
2021-06-211h 02The AV Life185: The Manufacturers - Back To the ShowOn this week's episode we welcome back 3 awesome guests who bring the manufacturer's side of the return to in-person events and shows. Gina Sansivero, from Atlas IED (who Tim got her birthday wrong during the episode and he's very sorry for that haha), Adrian Doughty, from Nureva (a long time friend and multi guest of The AV Life), and David Pequeno, from Sony (the fastest rising multi appearance guest of The AV Life). We talk about the ROI of shows, what Infocomm might be this year, what the future of doing AV Business might look like, and how important our...
2021-06-141h 23The AV Life184: Back To The ShowThis week the Tim and The Crew welcome back David Pequeno (now with Sony) and Erica Williams (still with Henderson Engineering) and we talk about getting Back to the Show. We talk about the human interactions, the travel, and the risk and liability of COVID. We have a great PM Minute with Murphy and we put High Rise Acrylic Pools into The Firing Range! Tune in and enjoy!!
2021-06-071h 44The AV Life183:Forest Fires and Cyber SecurityThis week it's just Tim, Spence, Murphy, Nancy, and James. We talk about Security (because it always needs to be discussed), Forest Fires (Only you can prevent forest fires), and we respect our veteran knowledge with the PM Minute! We tease a little for our June episodes and have a ton of fun in the process! Listen in and enjoy!!
2021-05-311h 01The AV Life181: No Shop TalkWe've been through a lot over the last 15 months so for this week's episode we had two rules: No shop talk and no talk of COVID. We were mostly successful in abiding by those rules. Tim and the crew welcome: Aaron Peterson, Tom Milner, Will DeWitt, Page Stanberry, and Harry Meade. We talk about our best and worst live events (because we're AV people and when you don't talk about work that's the closest thing you can), Murphy has a moment, and we all have an awesome time! Take a listen and enjoy!
2021-05-171h 52The AV Life180: The Revenge of AV in ITThis week the Tim and the crew welcome back Aaron Peterson and Will DeWitt to the show. We finally come down to our final (maybe?) answer to the AV in IT debate. We bring on Murphy with her PM minute and take on Virtual Office Windows in The Firing Range! Take a listen and see if you agree with our final answer to the AV in IT debate! We want to hear from you!
2021-05-101h 33The AV Life178: Podcast CrashersThis week Tim and the crew welcome Andrew Kornstein from Sennheiser and Erin Maher-Moran to join in on the fun and excitement. Before we even get going, we are invaded by a hooded figure, we are all befuddled! Erin is our AV Rock Star this week and she talks about all the amazing things she has going on plus we even talk about Roller Derby! Andrew enlightens us to emerging technology from Sennheiser. We have our PM Minute with Murphy where we dissect "Scope creep" and we take on digital advertising additions to classic films in the Firing Range. Enjoy!!
2021-04-261h 23The AV Life177: Truth, Chips, and the Robot WayThis week's episode brings Tim and the Crew together as we discuss having the hard conversations as a project manager, the chip shortage and how things aren't made the way they used, and the uptick in autonomous robotic delivery services on the Firing Range. Listen in for all the fun and excitement!
2021-04-191h 25The AV Life176: While the Cat Is AwayThis week Tim is taking the week off to celebrate his birthday. While he is away Murphy takes the helm and leads the crew talking about a return to normality with trips, lunches, and golf tournaments. The PM Minute brings us how to be "Zoomagenic." We take a music break to honor our Founder Corey Moss. James talks about his new show: Ask The Programmer. We talk CAVLO and the new HETMA Board of Directors. And of course, we have the Firing Range featuring Aliens. Tune in and enjoy!!
2021-04-121h 06The AV Life174: Sports, Star Wars, and InterruptionsOn this week's episode it's just Tim, Renee, Murphy, Spence, and James. We talk sports, the PM Minute with Murphy and the Star Wars Canteen, and the latest in Zoom audio interruption software on the Firing Range! Take a listen and enjoy!!
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The AV Life169: Dating in the Age of COVIDIn this week's episode The Crew and Tim welcome a few of our younger (and single) AV professionals Jake Goldfarb, Page Stanberry, and Dave Pequeno as we discuss what it is like for them to be dating in this crazy COVID world we live in. Joe Way makes an appearance in the only way he knows how, and we talk a little about the very successful HETMA Conference that had just wrapped up before we recorded. Enjoy!
2021-02-151h 19The AV Life165: Welcome Nancy BlanchardIn this short episode the crew and your host, Tim, welcome the latest Crew Member to join our ranks: Nancy Blanchard! We let Nancy introduce herself before giving our listeners a small glimpse into the next few months of The AV Life. What you don't hear from this episode was our crew brainstorming some INCREDIBLE episode ideas that will be released over the next few months! Don't miss a minute of all the fun!
2021-01-1825 minThe AV Life163: ReflectionsIn this quick episode your host, Tim, gives his reflections over the last 10 years of being in Higher Ed AV as well as 2020 for The AV Life. He also gives us a little sight into the future of The AV life in 2021.
2021-01-0423 minThe AV Life154: For The Love of AVWe have talked about AV Gurus and now we are continuing our conversation with Dan Goldstein, Lex Peters and Jimmie Singleton. This episode we delve into Leadership. We get the perspectives of our seasoned veterans as well as our younger future leaders and where they anticipate going with their skills. We mix things up a bit this week with the Great AV Debate. Connect with me, your host, Tim Van Woeart on Twitter at @tvanwoeart as well as on LinkedIn. Follow along with The AV Life on Twitter @TheAVLifePod.
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