Stadium Tech Report Podcast

One of the most interesting new technologies on the stadium technology scene is facial authentication, which is basically using a person's face to verify identity, as well as transactions from ticketing to concessions. Our guest today is Jeff Boehm, Chief Operating Officer of Wicket, here to discuss how the company brought facial authentication to sports stadiums and where it might go in the future. Listen in -- only on the Stadium Tech Report podcast!

One of the stadium technology product segments experiencing rapid deployment over the past couple years is the “walk-through” model of security scanners, which allow fans to pass through security screening without having to stop or divest items from pockets or bags. Listen in as we talk to Xtract One CEO Peter Evans about why venues are moving to new security technology -- only on the Stadium Tech Report podcast!

Our guest today on the Stadium Tech Report podcast is Karl Pierburg, senior vice president and chief technology officer for the Atlanta Falcons, who will bring us up to date on the latest tech deployments at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, including a big bet on biometrics, and why keeping at the forefront is critical for a good fan experience. Only on the Stadium Tech Report podcast!

Being the chief technology officer for a venue is a tough job -- but what happens when you're not just the CTO for one venue but for a whole long list of places? Joining us today on the podcast is Katee LaPoff, chief technology officer for the Oak View Group, also known as OVG, the live experience venue development, management, and premium hospitality company. Listen in as we get Katee's perspective on technology developments and deployments from the lens of her new position -- only on the Stadium Tech Report podcast!

SEAT's Josh Barney talks about the new directions for the longtime stadium tech conference, which will hold its yearly gathering in Las Vegas at the end of June. Only on the Stadium Tech Report podcast!

We are joined today by Jon Jenkins, vice president of Just Walk Out for Amazon, to hear about why one of the world's largest retailers is targeting the stadium-specific concessions marketplace. Only on the Stadium Tech Report podcast!

Listen in as Boldyn Networks chief commercial officer Jason Caliento discusses the company's survey of fans and how they perceive the impact of connectivity on live events. Only on the Stadium Tech Report Podcast!

Listen in as we talk with AiFi CEO Steve Carlin about the rise of checkout-free concession stands and why he thinks the market is just getting started. Only on the Stadium Tech Report podcast!

Listen in as we talk with St. Louis City SC chief experience officer Matt Sebek about how all the strategy and planning behind CityPark's innovative technology and operations set the table for the amazing first year of operations. Only on the Stadium Tech Report podcast!

Stadium tech report breaks down the results of our 2023 Stadium Connectivity Outlook survey with Verizon's Kevan Akers. Listen in to hear our analysis! Only on the Stadium Tech Report podcast!

What does the future of the stadium fan experience look like? Listen in as we talk to Christian Lau, Chief Technology Officer for Major League Soccer's Los Angeles Football Club, about his views for the next generation of the event-day experience. Listen in, on the Stadium Tech Report podcast!

One of the hallmarks of the stadium technology user community is its willingness to quickly embrace technology that has been proven to work in another venue. That trait has fueled the recent success of the MatSing lens antennas, which in the past few years have gone from a curiosity to a rapidly accepted technology that can help solve many venue cellular connectivity issues. Join us as we talk to Matsing CEO Bo Larsson and co-founder and executive vice president Leo Matytsine about the technology behind the Matsing products, and how they came to be a now-commonplace part of venue cellular deployments. Listen in, on the Stadium Tech Report podcast!

If you are a stadium technology professional, there may be no bigger change than to move from working at a baseball stadium to a busy indoor arena. Listen in as we talk to Andrew McIntyre, senior vice president of technology and innovation at Vinik Sports Group, about his move from Wrigley Field to Amalie Arena -- and how being a lifelong learner and always-interested innovator keeps his job fun and exciting as he looks to blend technology and innovation in a new and different place.

Over the past year and a half, there is no hotter stadium technology than the checkout-free concession stand. Join us as Zippin CEO Krishna Motukuri talks about why checkout-free is so popular, and why it may eventually replace all other forms of concession payments.

The intersection of new technologies and increased fan and business demands have spurred an explosion in concession innovation, from optical-scanner self-checkout machines to checkout-free stores. What's driving this revolution, and how do stadiums and concessionaires work together to implement all the new ideas? Listen in as we talk to Alicia Woznicki, vice president of marketing and innovation at Aramark Sports and Entertainment, about how this revolution got started, and where it's headed -- on the Stadium Tech Report podcast.

How can stadiums use technology to keep themselves more safe and secure? STR talks to NCS4 executive director Stacey Hall, and Daniel Ward, director of training and exercise, about how the NCS4 came to be and what its role is going forward in the ever-more critical space of safety and security for large public spaces.

Stadium Tech Report talks to Randy George, vice president of technology operations for the Boston Red Sox, about the new Wi-Fi 6 network deployed at Fenway Park.

Verizon's Kevan Akers joins Stadium Tech Report editor Paul Kapustka to discuss results of the 2022 Stadium Connectivity Outlook survey, including a renewed focus from venues on improving wireless connectivity

Stadium Tech Report talks to Matt Pasco, vice president of information technology for the Las Vegas Raiders, about how innovative wireless technology helped bring a high-performance fan experience to Allegiant Stadium.

Stadium Tech Report interviews Ohio State's Jim Null and Oklahoma's David Payne on how top college programs have used technology to help improve the fan experience in the face of challenges and change.

Stadium Tech Report interviews Mike Ellenbogen, founder and chief innovation officer at Evolv Technology, a maker of advanced weapons detection systems for stadiums, about the future of stadium security screening.

Stadium Tech Report interviews Matt Messick, CIO for the Dallas Cowboys, and Jeff Alexander, senior vice president for ExteNet Systems, about the new distributed antenna system (DAS) installed at AT&T Stadium.

Stadium Tech Report interviews Moon Javaid, chief strategy officer for the San Francisco 49ers. In our talk we discuss the Niners' new "Member Inclusive Menu," which provides free basic food and drink concession options for season-ticket holders at Levi's Stadium

Stadium Tech Report interviews George Baker Sr., CEO of ParkHub, an innovative and disrupting firm in the field of stadium parking operations. Listen in as George talks about the company's recent $100 million funding round, and what the future holds for parking and associated stadium payment operations.

Verizon's Kevan Akers joins Stadium Tech Report editor Paul Kapustka to discuss results of the Stadium Connectivity Outlook survey, including Covid effects on stadium operations, stadium connectivity security and how new wireless technologies can help venues chart a better path on their digital transformation journey.

The Mobile Sports Report podcast checks in with Art King and Jess Koch from Corning to discuss how the new CBRS spectrum may be used to deliver private networks and other connectivity options for stadiums and other large public venues.

Aruba's wireless wizard Chuck Lukaszewski visits the Mobile Sports Report podcast to talk about Wi-Fi 6 and how it's going to improve networks inside large public venues.

Getting wireless connectivity into older, big-school venues is never an easy task. Listen to University of Oklahoma Senior Technology Strategist David Payne describe his school's successful path to better connectivity, with great insight on how to not get distracted by shiny objects but instead sticking true to the ultimate goal of improving the fan experience. School is in with professor Payne right now!

Who better to talk about stadium Wi-Fi than the guy who was there when it all started? Our guest for our first MSR Interview is San Francisco Giants senior vice president and chief information officer Bill Schlough, who goes old-school talking about stadium Wi-Fi back in 2004... and brings it to the current day with stats from the most recent season at AT&T Park. Plus, his thoughts on game-day apps and why great connectivity is the real winner. Listen in now!

Bill Belichick's very thorough takedown of the Microsoft Surface slapped a fried egg on the face of Microsoft's $400 million deal with the NFL to use the tablets on game-day sidelines. Co-hosts Phil Harvey and Paul Kapustka explore why the deal was flawed from the beginning, and whether or not wireless technology can be counted on to perform in NFL sideline environments.

Twitter's debut in streaming NFL games was unimpressive, with the joint Twitter feed leaving most observers wanting more. Podcast co-hosts Phil Harvey and Paul Kapustka wonder if Twitter will ever get it right, and whether or not AT&T's DirecTV Sunday Ticket and Verizon Wireless's NFL Mobile will eventually dominate mobile-device viewing of NFL games. Listen now!

Why did the Rio Olympics fail on broadcast TV but soar on streaming? Episode 7 of the STADIUM TECH REPORT PODCAST has hosts Phil Harvey and Paul Kapustka explaining why the instant gratification of online streaming sports is here to stay, maybe pushing delayed TV to last place ... forever!

The Stadium Tech Report Podcast looks at the use of virtual reality (VR) technology inside sports stadiums -- will fans of the near future have a new viewing experience, or is it overhyped? Hosts Phil Harvey and Paul Kapustka take a clear look at the subject.

Stadium Tech Report Podcast Episode 5 looks at the Kentucky Derby, and how historic Churchill Downs uses a high-quality DAS deployment from Mobilitie to serve the wireless needs of the 170,000 race day visitors. Hosts Phil Harvey and Paul Kapustka ride this topic to the wire...

Stadium Tech Report Podcast #4 checks in on WWE fans and the "perfect storm" of mobile content that is WrestleMania. Join hosts Phil Harvey and Paul Kapustka as they explore why WrestleMania drives such high in-stadium data rates and attracts millions of fans who watch online content.

Twitter's deal with the NFL to stream Thursday Night Football games this season means more than money for rights; listen to hosts Phil Harvey and Paul Kapustka as they explore what the deal says about team stadium apps in particular, and mobile video use in general.

In Episode 2, the Stadium Tech Report Podcast looks at in-seat food ordering and delivery -- is this the next wave of stadium services, or is it a solution in search of a problem? Hosts Phil Harvey and Paul Kapustka recap the in-seat delivery stats from Super Bowl 50 and look at how the idea is (or isn't) spreading in stadiums across the country.

Welcome to the STADIUM TECH REPORT Podcast, hosted by Mobile Sports Report. In the inaugural episode, MSR editor Paul Kapustka and host Phil Harvey as they discuss the Wi-Fi and cellular traffic records set at Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium, and what those numbers mean for other stadiums and their wireless network deployments.