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Listen to rAVe’s exclusive podcasts here, including Gary’s Rants and rAVes, Selling AV with Mark Coxon, AV Insider, The Trade Show Minute and more.

THE WEEK – Episode 14: The Hunt for Standards in AV Networking

This week, Joel speaks with Lee Minich, President of LabX Technologies and Chairman of the Marketing Work Group of the AVnu Alliance, about the alliance, the AVB standard, and the importance of interoperability standards. Having trouble listening to the podcast on this page? You can subscribe using RSS or iTunes.

THE WEEK – Episode 14: The Hunt for Standards in AV Networking

Rants and rAVes – Episode 57: What Mitsubishi did at CES

Mitsubishi had one of the busiest booths at CES this week and two products caught our attention. I tell you about them today! Having trouble listening to the podcast on this page? You can subscribe using RSS, iTunes or the Stitcher mobile App

Rants and rAVes – Episode 57: What Mitsubishi did at CES

Rants and rAVes – Episode 56: Our Partnership with Insight Media

This podcast explains our new partnership with Chris Chinnock and Insight Media. Having trouble listening to the podcast on this page? You can subscribe using RSS, iTunes or the Stitcher mobile App  

Rants and rAVes – Episode 56: Our Partnership with Insight Media

Rants and rAVes – Episode 55: Digital Signage Opportunities for 2013

Industry expert, Lyle Bunn, wrote a piece outlining where the market opportunities are in Digital Signage for 2013. You should care. Having trouble listening to the podcast on this page? You can subscribe using RSS, iTunes or the Stitcher mobile App

Rants and rAVes – Episode 55: Digital Signage Opportunities for 2013

THE WEEK – Episode 13: Interview with Dr. Bocko, Part 2

This week, we conclude our interview with Dr. Peter Bocko, Chief Technology Officer at Corning, about his presentation for Digital Signage Expo on the future of the display industry. Register for DSE and get a discount with the code “rave”! Having trouble listening to the podcast on this page? You can subscribe using RSS or iTunes.

THE WEEK – Episode 13: Interview with Dr. Bocko, Part 2

Rants and rAVes – Episode 54: Our 2012 Year in Review Video

We produced a video that documents all that happened in 2012 and we hope you’ll enjoy watching it as much as we enjoyed making it. Having trouble listening to the podcast on this page? You can subscribe using RSS, iTunes or the Stitcher mobile App

Rants and rAVes – Episode 54: Our 2012 Year in Review Video

Rants and rAVes – Episode 53: AVI-SPL Buys Duocom Canada

So, we scooped the market today with the announcement that AVI-SPL will announce they’ve acquired Duocom Canada. The announcement will be made public on Tuesday, but if you don’t want to wait, listen for the details. Having trouble listening to the podcast on this page? You can subscribe using RSS, iTunes or the Stitcher mobile App  

Rants and rAVes – Episode 53: AVI-SPL Buys Duocom Canada

Rants and rAVes – Episode 52: The LinkedIn Podcast

Connect with Gary on LinkedIn and let’s get to know each other better! Having trouble listening to the podcast on this page? You can subscribe using RSS, iTunes or the Stitcher mobile App

Rants and rAVes – Episode 52: The LinkedIn Podcast

Rants and rAVes – Episode 51: The Consumer Electronics Show Stuff

Some cool new home AV toys will debut starting this weekend at the annual CES Show in Vegas. But, the big news won’t be 4K TVs and more Smart Gear. What will it be? Listen and find out! Having trouble listening to the podcast on this page? You can subscribe using RSS, iTunes or the Stitcher mobile App

Rants and rAVes – Episode 51: The Consumer Electronics Show Stuff

THE WEEK – Episode 12: An Interview With Dr. Bocko

This week, Joel Rollins speaks with Dr. Peter Bocko, Chief Technology Officer at Corning, creators of technical glass products from fiber optics to Gorilla Glass. The keynote speaker for this year’s Digital Signage Exposition, Dr. Bocko is also one of the creators of a video that has become an internet sensation – “A Day Made of Glass.” He […]

THE WEEK – Episode 12: An Interview With Dr. Bocko

WAVEcast Episode 8: Year in Review 2012!

On this episode, we take a look back at our first seven episodes and share with you the highlights, the advice and all the experiences our guests shared with us.  We are so lucky and grateful to have been able to share and learn so much from all of our guests on the WAVEcast! Thank […]

WAVEcast Episode 8: Year in Review 2012!

Rants and rAVes – Episode 50: The Year That Was 2012 And the Year That Will Be 2013

2012 brought changes in the industry – some good, some bad — and 2013 is sure to bring even more. Today’s Daily covers the big news stories of 2012 and what we think will happen in 2013. Having trouble listening to the podcast on this page? You can subscribe using RSS, iTunes or the Stitcher mobile App  

Rants and rAVes – Episode 50: The Year That Was 2012 And the Year That Will Be 2013

THE WEEK – Episode 11: An Interview With Santa’s AV Guy

You’re in for a special holiday treat this week as Joel Rollins interviews Santa’s AV guy. Having trouble listening to the podcast on this page? You can subscribe using RSS or iTunes.

THE WEEK – Episode 11: An Interview With Santa’s AV Guy

Rants and rAVes – Episode 49: Size Does Matter in LCDs

In 2013, the trend will continue away from small-format LCD displays and move toward larger displays. Gone are the 37″ and 38″ — we’ll see more 43″ plus. Show Link: Big Change in 2013 LCD TV Panel Supply Having trouble listening to the podcast on this page? You can subscribe using RSS, iTunes or the Stitcher mobile App  

Rants and rAVes – Episode 49: Size Does Matter in LCDs

Rants and rAVes – Episode 48: From Green to GHGav

We’ve added government technology and healthcare AV to our GreenAV e-newsletter! Here’s why. Having trouble listening to the podcast on this page? You can subscribe using RSS, iTunes or the Stitcher mobile App  

Rants and rAVes – Episode 48: From Green to GHGav

Rants and rAVes – Episode 47: All About Steve (Emspak, That Is)

I’m proud of this month’s AV People featuring Steven Emspak and so should you! Having trouble listening to the podcast on this page? You can subscribe using RSS, iTunes or the Stitcher mobile App  

Rants and rAVes – Episode 47: All About Steve (Emspak, That Is)

GreenAV – Episode 3: ProAV Goes to Capitol Hill

In May 2012, Scott Walker and Gary Hill were invited to make a presentation to the U.S. House of Representatives’ High-Performance Building Congressional Caucus Coalition. From Gary’s passionate presentation about sustainability efforts at Cisco (and the AV industry as a whole), to Scott’s wide-eyed excitement at being able to represent STEP, listen to this podcast for […]

GreenAV – Episode 3: ProAV Goes to Capitol Hill

Rants and rAVes – Episode 46: The Barco Buys projectiondesign Podcast

Barco just bought 61 percent of projectiondesign — and there will be an impact on all projector manufacturers with this purchase. Having trouble listening to the podcast on this page? You can subscribe using RSS, iTunes or the Stitcher mobile App  

Rants and rAVes – Episode 46:  The Barco Buys projectiondesign Podcast

Rants and rAVes – Episode 45: Connecticut

No one was left unaffected by the Sandy Hook tragedy that took place on Friday, and Joel’s most recent blog post really hit home. Having trouble listening to the podcast on this page? You can subscribe using RSS, iTunes or the Stitcher mobile App

Rants and rAVes – Episode 45: Connecticut

THE WEEK – Episode 10: Digital Signage – Part 1

Joel Rollins talks with Chris Gibbs of Exponation about the upcoming Digital Signage Expo – and why you should be there. Visit digitalsignageexpo.net and be sure to use the discount code: rave when signing up! Having trouble listening to the podcast on this page? You can subscribe using RSS or iTunes.

THE WEEK – Episode 10: Digital Signage – Part 1

Rants and rAVes – Episode 44: Christie Still Dominates Video Wall Controller Market

While Jupiter Systems seems to have disappeared, Christie has continued to pioneer with their newest video wall processor. Having trouble listening to the podcast on this page? You can subscribe using RSS, iTunes or the Stitcher mobile App

Rants and rAVes – Episode 44: Christie Still Dominates Video Wall Controller Market

Rants and rAVes – Episode 43: The Kaleidescape Podcast

I don’t think the recent Warner Bros. and Kaleidescape partnership matters. Sorry! Oh, and don’t forget to go to your local AV Holiday Party tomorrow. Having trouble listening to the podcast on this page? You can subscribe using RSS, iTunes or the Stitcher mobile App

Rants and rAVes – Episode 43: The Kaleidescape Podcast

Rants and rAVes – Episode 42: Powerball Winner is AV Guy

The new Powerball winner is from the AV industry! Link to Gary’s blog about the winner (and a link to a fun Powerball Simulator)  Having trouble listening to the podcast on this page? You can subscribe using RSS, iTunes or the Stitcher mobile App

Rants and rAVes – Episode 42:  Powerball Winner is AV Guy

Rants and rAVes – Episode 41: The Distributor Survey

Do you prefer buying direct from the manufacturer or through distributors? We want to know! Link to Survey Having trouble listening to the podcast on this page? You can subscribe using RSS, iTunes or the Stitcher mobile App

Rants and rAVes – Episode 41: The Distributor Survey

Rants and rAVes – Episode 40: Extron’s Hybrid Baby Scaler/Switcher

Extron’s DSC 301 HD is the subject of my rAVe today! Having trouble listening to the podcast on this page? You can subscribe using RSS, iTunes or the Stitcher mobile App

Rants and rAVes – Episode 40: Extron’s Hybrid Baby Scaler/Switcher

Rants and rAVes – Episode 39: Imagine Using an Electrician to Connect an HDMI Cable?!?

That’s what’s going to happen if the electrical unions in a bunch of U.S. states get their way. Listen to find out why this is a big deal that you need to pay attention to. Having trouble listening to the podcast on this page? You can subscribe using RSS, iTunes or the Stitcher mobile App  

Rants and rAVes – Episode 39: Imagine Using an Electrician to Connect an HDMI Cable?!?

THE WEEK – Episode 9: The Maker’s Mark

This week, after commenting on a number of AV items in the news, Joel speaks with Bill Waldman, a technology educator and advocate of the Maker movement in technology education. Find out what Makers and Maker spaces are about, and whether they will help us get more qualified job applicants in the future. Show Links: […]

THE WEEK – Episode 9: The Maker’s Mark

Rants and rAVes – Episode 38: Scott Does Streaming

I talk about how rAVe [Ed] columnist and blogger Scott Tiner of Bates College pulled off streaming video in 10 days. Having trouble listening to the podcast on this page? You can subscribe using RSS, iTunes or the Stitcher mobile App

Rants and rAVes – Episode 38: Scott Does Streaming

Rants and rAVes – Episode 37: The 2013 Trade Shows You Need to Attend

No spoilers here, as we’re sure you already plan on attending InfoComm, but why aren’t you planning on attending the DSE – the Digital Signage Expo – this coming March in Vegas? It’s the show you NEED to make sure you attend if you are interested in the digital signage industry or in getting into the digital signage […]

Rants and rAVes – Episode 37: The 2013 Trade Shows You Need to Attend

Rants and rAVes – Episode 36: Two Must-Read Blogs

Today I talk about two blogs written by two women in the AV market who provide some great insight to help you and how you can help yourself. Story Links: The Power of AV Good by Jennifer Willard: https://www.ravepubs.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=9196:the-power-of-av-good&catid=217:jennifer-h-willard&Itemid=364 My First Blog! (Stand Out: Event Marketing for AV Dealers, Part 1) by Melinda Foster: https://www.ravepubs.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=9233:my-first-blog&catid=282:melinda-foster&Itemid=764 Having trouble […]

Rants and rAVes – Episode 36: Two Must-Read Blogs

Rants and rAVes – Episode 35: A rAVe Radio Exclusive: Sony’s First ProAV 4K Projector

That’s right. Sony’s newest is a 4K resolution SXRD projector — but with only 2,000 lumens. Having trouble listening to the podcast on this page? You can subscribe using RSS, iTunes or the Stitcher Mobile App

Rants and rAVes – Episode 35: A rAVe Radio Exclusive: Sony’s First ProAV 4K Projector

Rants and rAVes – Episode 34: Flat Panels Replacing Projectors? Not So Fast

All sorts of industry experts and pundits are claiming that flat panel displays are going to take over the projection display market in a matter of a couple of years — and some even make that claim that it’s going to happen next year. I’m here to tell you that’s not the case and there […]

Rants and rAVes – Episode 34: Flat Panels Replacing Projectors? Not So Fast