Podcasts about Lighting

In this episode of LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers and Sister "Breaks Out the Bucket" to answer unanswered questions from the 2025 Light Talk at LDI Show, and discusses the Merger of Tait and Silent House. Join Ellen, Dennis, Steve, Zac, and David as they discuss: Rolling or folding light plots; What are the most common mistakes young designers make; What the differences are between your relationship with the Lighting Supervisor vs. your relationships with the Associate and Assistant Lighting Designers; When programming your own show, how to make sure that programming does not affect your creativity; A shout-out to Andy Fig; Lighting a Rodeo; The mega-merger of Tait and Silent house; and, The craziest things that we have seen in the theater. Nothing is Taboo, Nothing is Sacred, and Very Little Makes Sense.

The Jets are on a bit of a roll securing points in five straight games (3-0-2) including an impressive 4-1 win over the Lighting on the eve of the NHL Trade Deadline. It was a busy Thursday night as, in addition to the game, Winnipeg dealt Logan Stanley and Luke Schenn to Buffalo which was followed by dealing Tanner Pearson on Friday, also to the Sabres. We analyzed the moves made by the local NHL club, discuss the impact it will have on the NHL/AHL clubs of this province and more.Guests:Jeff Hamilton (Winnipeg Free Press) at 28:12Tyrel Bauer (Manitoba Moose) at 1:24:04

Brians Questions: ​Hello gentlemen, ​I love your podcast. I appreciate the care and detail you put into maintaining a consistent format and clean, listenable audio. Having been a radio production director in a former career, I loathe most podcast audio, so your effort to provide a professional listening experience is apparent. ​In my brief time as a woodworker, I've found it difficult to source hardwood. I don't have any woodworking stores nearby—the closest is several hours away. Buying from private parties feels unreliable, and I strongly prefer kiln-dried wood. Furthermore, online ordering is expensive, even for small stock. ​So far, the only hardwood I've been able to work with was purchased from big-box stores or salvaged from pallets. ​Do you have any advice for sourcing hardwood in my Southern California area? ​Thank you! ​Todd from Barking Beavers I'm curious your take on shop lighting. I've got 12' ceilings in my garage and I'm on thinking the lights could be far away. Maybe I should focus on task lighting instead or possibly lowering lights on chain but that is a less appealing option. Tyler -What are your best strategies on negotiating time with the wife to be in the shop? Brian Guys Questions: I've been listening to your podcast on and off for a couple years now.  I know I haven't listened to all the episodes but I'm trying to work my way through them on my commute to work.  I appreciate the podcast, I've learned a lot.  Thanks for doing it guys! I'm a weekend warrior, with an old craftsman contractor saw. Well maybe not that old, 20 years.  Not old enough to be really sturdy built but it's been a good saw.  I would like to upgrade to a cabinet saw.   I'm interested in getting a Sawstop for the safety aspect as well as I've heard they are well built saws. One convenient feature on my Craftsman saw is it has a built in router table on the table saw wing.  I can get the same setup on the Sawstop.  I'm not a professional wood worker but I do want a good quality table saw and router table set up.  My questions are: 1)  Will the Sawstop be a substantial upgrade to my Craftsman contractor saw or should I consider another brand? 2) Do you know anything about the Sawstop router table accessories such as the router lift and downdraft box. Are they good quality components, anything I should be cautious about. 3) What are the pros and cons to having the router table built into the table saw versus a stand alone router table? Would I be better off getting a stand alone router table? Thanks for the help!  Appreciate the Podcast! Marty I recently purchased a shaper and power feeder to run mostly door profiles and other trim as well.  It's been a huge upgrade from the router table, but I still get tear out if I try to mill for example a shaker style door in one pass (the long edge not the coping cut). I've seen videos of other guys running their shaper in reverse and cutting for profiles with a climb cut but ONLY WITH A POWER FEEDER.  Would this be a case where you would be comfortable breaking the "never climb cut" rule if you had a power feeder in order to produce a cleaner edge? Thanks! Jared I would like to begin my first foray into veneering.  I'm thinking a small table top for a side table or nightstand would be a good first project. How would you suggest a first time veneerer approach this—I don't want to invest a lot into veneer specific tools (vacuum bags, etc), so any tips for using stuff already laying around the shop would be appreciated. Thanks for the great pod! Andrew

On this episode Skybound's got more Transformers books ready to order, the Lantern Festival in Taipei is doing a Transformers crossover, and voice actor Garry Chalk has an awesome announcement that is just Prime. All this and much, much more on this episode of TransMissions! Order our exclusive Skybound Transformers #1 comic with cover art by E.J. Su! Want some TransMissions swag? Check out our online shop, powered by Dashery! Show Notes: If you enjoy TransMissions, please rate us and subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! These ratings greatly help podcasts become more discoverable to other people using those services and is an easy way to help out our show. Contact us: Continue reading The post Lighting Our Darkest Hour | Alt Mode 484 appeared first on TransMissions Podcast Network.

In this episode of Inside Buzz recorded live at CEDIA Expo/CIX 2025, Josh Cooperman sits down with Ruslan Polinovsky of DMF Lighting to explore how manufacturers, integrators, and designers can better connect around lighting innovation.Ruslan shares insights on engaging the design community through clearer education, real-world showroom experiences, and collaboration that starts earlier in the project lifecycle. The conversation also covers how modern lighting solutions—like tunable white and digital retrofit capabilities—are changing the way designers and homeowners experience lighting.

Today in Lighting is sponsored by BEGA, now bringing smart lighting control to projects of any scale. Learn more at https://utm.io/ulQzv. Highlights include: EdisonReport Announces 11th Annual Lifetime Achievement Awards Submit Projects to the Light Justice NOW Awards Landscape Forms Congratulates Patti Chipman and Bob Chipman on 2026 MSU CANR Honors

What if the fastest way to change the world is to start with your own daily choices? In this episode of Lighting The Candle: A World That Works, Bill Correll and Jan Jeremias take a clear, compassionate look at why so many systems feel broken, especially healthcare, and what real empowerment looks like inside that reality. They talk about personal awareness as a leadership skill, the danger of waiting until a crisis forces action, and how “knowing” what's healthy is not the same as living it. You'll hear practical, grounded steps you can take now: notice early signals, pick one simple habit you can sustain, and stop settling for care that dismisses your concerns. The conversation closes with a powerful reminder to lift others up with presence, connection, and love. Listen now

On this episode Skybound's got more Transformers books ready to order, the Lantern Festival in Taipei is doing a Transformers crossover, and voice actor Garry Chalk has an awesome announcement that is just Prime. All this and much, much more on this episode of TransMissions! Order our exclusive Skybound Transformers #1 comic with cover art by E.J. Su! Want some TransMissions swag? Check out our online shop, powered by Dashery! Show Notes: If you enjoy TransMissions, please rate us and subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! These ratings greatly help podcasts become more discoverable to other people using those services and is an easy way to help out our show. Contact us: Continue reading The post Lighting Our Darkest Hour | Alt Mode 484 appeared first on TransMissions Podcast Network.

⚡ Lightning Trade for Another Veteran — Is It Panic Mode? | TKras Weighs In The Tampa Bay Lightning made a move to bring in another veteran player — but is this a smart push for the playoffs… or a sign of panic mode? TKras breaks down the latest trade, what it means for the Bolts right now, and whether this move signals urgency inside the organization as the season continues. In this episode we discuss:

Send a textWhile serving on active duty, Charlynda Scales inherited her grandfather's (a Korean and Vietnam War Veteran) 1956 barbecue sauce recipe.She realized it;s true power wasn't the ingredients, but the legacy behind it. Driven by gratitude, she now honors his sacrifice and celebrates the strength binding her family for generations.-Quick Episode Summary:Charlynda Scales shares resilience, entrepreneurship, and authentic leadership lessons learned.-SEO Description:Explore resilience, entrepreneurship, and authentic leadership with Charlynda Scales on Passing the Torch. Real stories, practical advice, and inspiration!-

Today in Lighting is sponsored by BEGA, now bringing smart lighting control to projects of any scale. Learn more at https://utm.io/ulQzv. Highlights include: Demystifying the IES Volunteer Process The Cost of Representation: NEMRA Reps Call for Better POS Reporting Bridgelux Launches DriveLux ™ 3CCT and RGBW with Casambi Controls

Pippa Hudson speaks to Angelo D'Ambrosio of IPMT remedial building consultants and Wayne Roberts, the Managing Director of Lights by Linea, about finding the right lighting solution for your home. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - presented by former journalist, baker and water sports enthusiast Pippa Hudson - is unashamedly lifestyle driven. Popular features include a daily profile interview #OnTheCouch at 1:10pm. Consumer issues are in the spotlight every Wednesday while the team also unpacks all things related to health, wealth & the environment. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Lunch with Pippa Hudson Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 13:00 and 15:00 (SA Time) to Lunch with Pippa Hudson broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/MdSlWEs or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/fDJWe69 Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Beyond the Image, commercial photographer James Patrick shares the story behind being invited to teach as a CreativeLive instructor photographer — and what it really takes to earn opportunities at that level. CreativeLive has featured some of the most respected photography instructors and creative entrepreneurs in the industry. Being selected as a CreativeLive photography instructor is not about virality or follower count. It is about depth of expertise, consistent production quality, and long-term credibility. In this episode, James breaks down: How major creative opportunities actually happen Why platforms like CreativeLive recognize authority rather than create it The compounding effect of consistency in a photography career What attracts education platforms to professional photographers The real difference between visibility and credibility James also shares details about his upcoming CreativeLive seminar, Lighting Athletic Form, where he teaches commercial photography lighting strategies used in real-world brand campaigns. This seminar focuses on: Lighting athletes with intention and structure Using key light and negative fill to shape strength and definition Rim lighting for muscle separation and authority Strategic lighting for commercial brand perception If you are a photographer looking to build authority, refine your lighting systems, and position yourself for larger opportunities — this episode offers a practical roadmap. Because the invitation is not the achievement. The years of work are. About James Patrick James Patrick is a commercial photographer based in Phoenix, Arizona. He specializes in brand campaigns, athletic performance imagery, and editorial photography. With over two decades of experience in commercial production, James also mentors photographers through workshops, education, and industry speaking engagements. Connect + Learn More CreativeLive Seminar: Lighting Athletic Form with James Patrick https://www.creativelive.com/tech/seminars/lighting-athletic-form-james-patrick Learn more about James Patrick and his work with CreativeLive: https://jamespatrick.com/creativelive-instructor-photographer-james-patrick/  Explore more episodes of Beyond the Image for insights on photography business strategy, brand positioning, and creative entrepreneurship.

When interiors meet intention: a dynamic panel on how color theory, holistic living, sustainable materials, and design thinking come together to redefine residential spaces for 2025 and beyond. Sherwin Williams set out to cover Earth with beautiful colors over 150 years ago. 1866, Henry Sherwin and Edward Williams founded the company in Cleveland, Ohio, on a mission really. And the result is a company dedicated to delivery of the  best in paints, coatings and related products to discerning clients all over the world. That dedication was evident from the start with the hiring of Percy Neyman, the very first chemist employed by an American paint manufacturer. Sherwin Williams continues to set the bar high and provide the design community with the essential tools to create superior projects. Sherwin Williams is commitment to supporting the design community, which is why they sponsor programs, like this one. They are also dedicated to a betterment philosophical approach which is why they selected ‘wellness” as the topic for this talk.Thank you Sherwin Williams for your tireless support. In this timely conversation, experts from across interior design and sustainable living explore what it means to design for wellness in 2025. Moderated by Sue Wadden and Ashlynn Bourque of Sherwin-Williams, the panel features voices from: Jeanne Chung (Cozy, Stylish, Chic) — known for crafting spaces that blend comfort, style, and emotional balance. Julee Ireland (Julee Ireland Design Studio) — bringing a refined, intentional aesthetic rooted in longevity and livable elegance. Greg Roth (CarbonShack) — spotlighting eco-conscious material sourcing, sustainable practices, and climate-aligned living environments. Together they examine how interior design can be a catalyst for holistic living — from color palettes that promote calm and emotional balance, to spatial planning that supports aging in place, to circadian lighting and neurodiversity-friendly layouts. The discussion underscores a rising trend: residential interiors inspired by hospitality, wellness, and sustainability principles. Listeners will come away with fresh ideas on turning their homes into future-proof sanctuaries — design-forward, earth-conscious, and emotionally attuned. Health span-focused design: Designing spaces that help residents live longer, healthier lives at home. Aging in place: Home layouts that accommodate long-term functionality and wellness. Home gyms, saunas, cold plunges: Integrating spa-level wellness amenities in private residences. Dual kitchens: Inspired by Italian family homes for multigenerational living. Collaboration with architects: Designers as integral contributors to maximize natural light and spatial flow. VR visualization: Helping clients experience proportion, scale, and sightlines before construction. Problem-solving as designers: Addressing unforeseen construction issues creatively while maintaining aesthetics. Circadian lighting: Lighting systems (e.g., Lutron Ketra) that mimic natural light patterns to support sleep and productivity. Plant-based fabrics (hemp, bamboo, kelp): Sustainable, high-performance materials. Evidence-based color design: Physiological effects of color on multigenerational inhabitants. Neurodiverse design considerations: Minimizing overstimulation in homes for ADHD, dementia, or sensory sensitivity. Hospitality influence on residential design: Bringing experiences from wellness hotels into private homes. Storytelling & provenance: Educating clients about material sourcing and sustainable practices. Sustainability education: Visiting factories, quarries, and trade shows to understand materials and processes. Relevant Web Links Lutron Ketra Lighting: https://www.lutron.com/en-US/Products/Pages/WholeHome/ketra/overview.aspx Round Top Market (antiques & sustainability): https://roundtoptexasantiques.com Hemp & sustainable fabrics: https://www.hemp-trade.com

Today in Lighting is sponsored by BEGA, now bringing smart lighting control to projects of any scale. Learn more at https://utm.io/ulQzv. Highlights include: The FEB/MAR Issue of designing lighting (dl) Magazine In EdisonReport Q&A, Cree Lighting Charts Path Forward Best of NeoCon to Offer Expanded Lighting Categories SimpleSeal® CSSETO: Kenall's New Walkable Cleanroom Troffer Series

Episode 345Today we're joined by Jeff, a true pioneer from the wild, formative years of rock concert touring — what he calls the “pirate years.”Jeff recently published his book, How to Be a Lighting Guy (During the Pirate Years of Concert Touring), a firsthand account of building a career during the birth of modern concert lighting. From running liquid light shows in the early 1970s — including for Grand Funk before they were even Grand Funk Railroad — to experimenting with the first analog moving lights like the Cyklops, Jeff was there as the art and technology of live lighting were being invented in real time.He worked with Fantasee Lighting, pushed for the early R&D of computer-controlled moving lights with Morpheus Lights, and directed or designed lighting for legendary artists including Warren Zevon, Jimmy Buffett, Steve Miller Band, Huey Lewis and the News, Santana, Cyndi Lauper, Aerosmith, Ozzy Osbourne, Alice Cooper, and Grand Funk — who fittingly bookended his career.Jeff's journey came to an unexpected halt in the mid-'90s due to a collapsed vertebrae, but his perspective on success, failure, and longevity is what truly defines his story. As he writes in the final line of his book:“Though I have a lot of memorabilia… learning how to succeed at a lifetime of losing was my biggest reward.”He's here to talk about how life on the road has changed, what it was like when concert touring had no rulebook, and why sometimes the greatest success doesn't look the way you expect.This episode is brought to you by Main Light and Artistry In Motion

At trial, I watch for small fractures in composure. A tremor at the corner of the mouth. A tightening around the eyes when a document is handed up. A shift in breathing that does not match the rhythm of the room. When I sense nervousness, I narrow the focus. I slow the pace. I return to the point that caused the disruption. Momentum in a hearing is real; once it breaks, the narrative can change. But even then, I treat what I see as provisional. Nervousness is not a confession. It can signal pressure, fatigue, inexperience, or simply the weight of the moment. Experience teaches restraint. What looks decisive at first glance often softens once the evidence is fully canvassed. That tension between instinct and proof is what automated emotion detection systems promise to bypass. Software claims it can identify stress, deception, engagement, or intent from facial micro-movements, vocal cadence, and behavioral cues. It offers a quantified version of what trial lawyers do informally, stripped of hesitation and scaled across thousands of subjects at once. The appeal is obvious. Institutions prefer metrics to ambiguity. A score appears firmer than a perception. Emotion, once understood as fluid and context-dependent, is reframed as analyzable input. The regulatory concern arises when those outputs are treated as established fact rather than tentative inference; when a machine's interpretation of nervousness carries more institutional weight than the disciplined skepticism that should accompany it. What These Systems Say They Measure What these systems claim to measure sounds technical and controlled. Facial muscle movement. Vocal tone and cadence. Eye tracking. Posture shifts. All of it grouped under the banner of affective computing. The output is clean; engagement at 72 percent. Stress elevated. Attention declining. It looks empirical. But the system is not measuring emotion. It is measuring signals and matching them to pre-labeled categories. A pause becomes anxiety. Averted eyes become disengagement. A tightened jaw becomes deception or strain. The inference is embedded in the model, not proven in the moment. The interface suggests certainty. The underlying logic remains probabilistic. Correlation is presented as conclusion. For a regulator, that distinction is not academic. Measuring movement is one thing. Asserting an internal state is another. The risk lives in the space between the two. Why the Science Falls Short Human emotion does not map neatly onto facial geometry. The foundational research often cited in support of emotion recognition rests on controlled laboratory settings, posed expressions, and small participant pools. Real-world environments are messier. Lighting shifts. Faces age. Illness, medication, neurodiversity, and cultural display rules alter expression. What looks like universality in a lab fragments in practice. The dominant models rely on the premise that discrete emotions correspond to identifiable facial configurations. That premise remains contested in contemporary psychology. Increasingly, affective science points to variability rather than fixed signatures. Context and interpretation shape meaning as much as muscle movement does. A model trained to detect anger from a narrowed brow may simply be detecting concentration. Data sets compound the problem. Many are geographically narrow, demographically uneven, or built from staged imagery. Labels are assigned by human annotators who infer emotion from appearance. The model learns those inferences as ground truth. It does not verify them. It optimizes against them. Validation metrics further obscure the limits. Accuracy rates reported in vendor materials often reflect performance on similar data to that used in training. Cross-context robustness, demographic parity, and longitudinal stability receive less emphasis. A model that performs adequately on curated data may degrade significantly in diverse operational settings. The scientific weakness is therefo...

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Today in Lighting is sponsored by BEGA, now bringing smart lighting control to projects of any scale. Learn more at https://utm.io/ulQzv. Highlights include: Light + Building Organizers: No Security Risk in Frankfurt Amid Middle East Tensions Cooper Lighting Solutions Price Increase Announcement Genlyte Solutions Also Announces a Price Increase LINX Lighting + Controls Announces the Appointment of Lauren Dandridge Light Forms Announces New Senior Sales Manager

Charla Geller is the Newton County Emergency Management Director. She joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss lighting preparedness and safety in honor of Severe Weather Preparedness Week! Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

 This episode's guests:Remi Bouche, Science Coordinator at Mont-Megantic.Jeremey Evans, Photographer - Filmmaker.Dashiell Leeds, Conservation Coordinator for the Sierra Club Loma Prieta Chapter.Bill's News Picks:Let there be light — but not in Maine, GREG WALCHER, The Daily Sentinel.Our state is the best place in the country to bring dreams to life: A second Sphere venue is coming to the US, Fraser Lewry, Louder.LED lighting undermines visual performance unless supplemented by wider spectra, Nature. Exposure to outdoor artificial light at night is associated with a higher risk of ulcerative colitis: a prospective cohort study from the UK Biobank, Frontiers in Public Health.Are You Afraid of the Dark? This Oregon Retreat Locks You in Total Darkness. For Days. On Purpose, Danielle Denham, That Oregon Life. Send Feedback Text to the Show!Support the showA hearty thank you to all of our paid supporters out there. You make this show possible. For only the cost of one coffee each month you can help us to continue to grow. That's $3 a month. If you like what we're doing, if you think this adds value in any way, why not say thank you by becoming a supporter! Why Support Light Pollution News? Receive quarterly invite to join as live audience member for recordings with special Q&A session post recording with guests. Receive all of the news for that month via a special Supporter monthly mailer. Satisfaction that your support helps further critical discourse on this topic. About Light Pollution News: Ever wonder why migrating birds crash into buildings? Or why you can't sleep at night? What about where you can still see the Milky Way? Light Pollution News explores how our 24/7 lit world affects everything from wildlife and human health to our understanding of the stars, travel, and the future of our cities. Host Bill McGeeney brings on rotating guests to help dig into the latest research, policy activity, and real-world solutions - from how irresponsible lighting degrades our health to the best dark sky destinations for your next trip. Whether you're a birder, conservationist, astrophotographer, or just someone who misses sleeping in darkness, this is the show that connects the dots between your...

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Monster continues to expand its smart lighting portfolio with products designed to enhance home décor, gaming environments, and outdoor spaces. The company's 2026 lineup focuses on flexibility, ease of installation, and deeper integration across its lighting ecosystem. While Monster's audio products are now developed through Jem, the lighting category remains a core focus for the brand, and this year's additions highlight a commitment to both creativity and practicality.The lighting platform is built around app‑based control, voice assistant compatibility, and a consistent user experience across devices. Whether used for ambient décor, gaming immersion, or architectural lighting, the products are designed to work together through a unified interface that long‑time Monster users already understand.Two‑Sided Sconce and HDMI‑Reactive LightingOne of the standout additions is the two‑sided sconce, a modular lighting element that rotates to create customizable patterns. The design supports both decorative and functional use, allowing users to create straight lines, geometric shapes, or expressive wall art. The sconce integrates with Wi‑Fi control, voice assistants, and PC synchronization through Razer Chroma, making it suitable for gaming setups and home theater environments.Monster also expands its HDMI‑reactive lighting solutions, offering bars and strips that respond directly to on‑screen content. These systems eliminate the need for camera‑based color detection, reducing latency and improving accuracy. The new bar sizes support larger televisions, and the plug‑and‑play installation simplifies setup for users who want immersive lighting without complex configuration.Adjustable Smart Lamps for Flexible DécorThe company introduces an adjustable smart lamp that can function as either a table lamp or a full‑height floor lamp. The design supports bright white illumination alongside RGBIC effects, making it suitable for both everyday lighting and ambient color scenes. The adjustable height allows the lamp to adapt to changing room layouts, supporting long‑term use even as décor evolves.This product reflects Monster's focus on lighting that serves both aesthetic and functional roles. The lamp integrates seamlessly with the existing Monster app, enabling users to coordinate it with other lighting elements throughout the home.Prism Panels With Simplified InstallationMonster's Prism panels return in a second‑generation design that emphasizes easier installation and expanded creative possibilities. The panels use a front‑loading mounting system that allows users to snap pieces into place without precise measurements or complex hardware. The three‑dimensional design maintains the sculptural look of the original Prism series, ensuring that the panels remain visually appealing even when powered off.The updated system supports a wide range of shapes and patterns, enabling users to create personalized wall art that doubles as dynamic lighting. The panels continue to integrate with the Monster app and support synchronized effects across multiple devices.Expanded Outdoor Lighting LineupMonster significantly expands its outdoor lighting offerings with pathway lights, spotlights, floodlights, curtain lights, and permanent architectural lighting. The permanent accent lights are designed for installation under roof eaves, allowing homeowners to create year‑round holiday lighting without seasonal setup. These lights support warm white architectural modes as well as full RGBIC effects for celebrations and events.Pathway and landscape lights operate on low‑voltage power and can be linked together to cover larger areas. The outdoor products support scheduling, dusk‑to‑dawn automation, and grouping with indoor lights, enabling cohesive lighting scenes across the entire property.ConclusionMonster's 2026 lighting lineup demonstrates a continued commitment to accessible smart lighting that enhances both indoor and outdoor environments. With adjustable lamps, modular sconces, HDMI‑reactive systems, Prism panels, and an expanded outdoor range, the company offers solutions that support creativity, convenience, and cohesive control. As Monster's audio products transition to Jem, the lighting category remains a central part of the brand's identity, delivering products that integrate seamlessly into modern homes.You can find the Monster product lineup on their website, Walmart, and Amazon.Interview by Scott Ertz of F5 Live: Refreshing Technology.Sponsored by: Get $5 to protect your credit card information online with Privacy. Amazon Prime gives you more than just free shipping. Get free music, TV shows, movies, videogames and more. Secure your connection and unlock a faster, safer internet by signing up for PureVPN today.

Monster continues to expand its smart lighting portfolio with products designed to enhance home décor, gaming environments, and outdoor spaces. The company's 2026 lineup focuses on flexibility, ease of installation, and deeper integration across its lighting ecosystem. While Monster's audio products are now developed through Jem, the lighting category remains a core focus for the brand, and this year's additions highlight a commitment to both creativity and practicality.The lighting platform is built around app‑based control, voice assistant compatibility, and a consistent user experience across devices. Whether used for ambient décor, gaming immersion, or architectural lighting, the products are designed to work together through a unified interface that long‑time Monster users already understand.Two‑Sided Sconce and HDMI‑Reactive LightingOne of the standout additions is the two‑sided sconce, a modular lighting element that rotates to create customizable patterns. The design supports both decorative and functional use, allowing users to create straight lines, geometric shapes, or expressive wall art. The sconce integrates with Wi‑Fi control, voice assistants, and PC synchronization through Razer Chroma, making it suitable for gaming setups and home theater environments.Monster also expands its HDMI‑reactive lighting solutions, offering bars and strips that respond directly to on‑screen content. These systems eliminate the need for camera‑based color detection, reducing latency and improving accuracy. The new bar sizes support larger televisions, and the plug‑and‑play installation simplifies setup for users who want immersive lighting without complex configuration.Adjustable Smart Lamps for Flexible DécorThe company introduces an adjustable smart lamp that can function as either a table lamp or a full‑height floor lamp. The design supports bright white illumination alongside RGBIC effects, making it suitable for both everyday lighting and ambient color scenes. The adjustable height allows the lamp to adapt to changing room layouts, supporting long‑term use even as décor evolves.This product reflects Monster's focus on lighting that serves both aesthetic and functional roles. The lamp integrates seamlessly with the existing Monster app, enabling users to coordinate it with other lighting elements throughout the home.Prism Panels With Simplified InstallationMonster's Prism panels return in a second‑generation design that emphasizes easier installation and expanded creative possibilities. The panels use a front‑loading mounting system that allows users to snap pieces into place without precise measurements or complex hardware. The three‑dimensional design maintains the sculptural look of the original Prism series, ensuring that the panels remain visually appealing even when powered off.The updated system supports a wide range of shapes and patterns, enabling users to create personalized wall art that doubles as dynamic lighting. The panels continue to integrate with the Monster app and support synchronized effects across multiple devices.Expanded Outdoor Lighting LineupMonster significantly expands its outdoor lighting offerings with pathway lights, spotlights, floodlights, curtain lights, and permanent architectural lighting. The permanent accent lights are designed for installation under roof eaves, allowing homeowners to create year‑round holiday lighting without seasonal setup. These lights support warm white architectural modes as well as full RGBIC effects for celebrations and events.Pathway and landscape lights operate on low‑voltage power and can be linked together to cover larger areas. The outdoor products support scheduling, dusk‑to‑dawn automation, and grouping with indoor lights, enabling cohesive lighting scenes across the entire property.ConclusionMonster's 2026 lighting lineup demonstrates a continued commitment to accessible smart lighting that enhances both indoor and outdoor environments. With adjustable lamps, modular sconces, HDMI‑reactive systems, Prism panels, and an expanded outdoor range, the company offers solutions that support creativity, convenience, and cohesive control. As Monster's audio products transition to Jem, the lighting category remains a central part of the brand's identity, delivering products that integrate seamlessly into modern homes.You can find the Monster product lineup on their website, Walmart, and Amazon.Interview by Scott Ertz of F5 Live: Refreshing Technology.Sponsored by: Get $5 to protect your credit card information online with Privacy. Amazon Prime gives you more than just free shipping. Get free music, TV shows, movies, videogames and more. Secure your connection and unlock a faster, safer internet by signing up for PureVPN today.

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In this first bonus episode of That Workplace Experience Podcast, host Dan Moscrop is joined by Simon Jordan and Gerry Hopkinson of We Make Progress — a design anthropology and experience strategy studio working across cities, venues and mixed-use developments.Together, they explore a provocative idea:What if we've been designing workplaces the wrong way around?From fluid identity and hybrid work to the limits of “human-centric design,” this conversation challenges the assumption that efficiency equals growth.They unpack:The “Explore vs Exploit” theory of workWhy meaning matters more than corporate purposeWhy buildings shouldn't organise peopleHow participation and stewardship shape long-term successWhy places should behave more like living ecologies than static systemsThis episode steps back from a single project to examine the cultural forces reshaping work, cities and experience today.Watch the episode and download the Workbook for a deeper dive into the episode, and We Make Progress. Video production and camera: Calum LindsayCamera: Miguel Santa ClaraIllustration: Phoebe Gitsham

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In this episode, Sharelle and Sierra break down essential lighting tips for content creators, sharing practical advice for improving video quality on YouTube, podcasts, and social media. They also dive into the ongoing hip-hop feud between T.I. and 50 Cent, unpacking what the tension says about ego, legacy, and the culture at large. The conversation expands into major U.S. political and legal decisions shaping everyday life, with personal reflections and real-time analysis. The hosts also address key cultural debates impacting the Black community, including discussions around Juneteenth, reactions to the BAFTA Awards, and ongoing concerns about Black representation in media and sports. Blending pop culture, politics, and lived experience, this episode offers unfiltered commentary, cultural insight, and thoughtful discussion for viewers interested in hip-hop news, social issues, and creative entrepreneurship. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - The Art of Lighting in Content Creation 6:08 - Intro 8:43 - The TI and 50 Cent Beef…Is A Thing 13:31 - Sierra Recaps Her Dating App Experiences and Racial Dynamics 18:08 - Conversations on Black Manhood and Trusting Black Women 21:42 - Diverse Perspectives on Identity and Community 24:40 - TSA Pre-Check No Longer Banned??? I Guess… and Concerns Over Travel Safety 35:13 - Government Oversight and Legal Challenges 40:20 - Supreme Court Rules Trumps Tariffs Unlawful 47:39 - Some Bum F**k Town in Idaho Wants To Do Away w/ Juneteenth 58:09 - The BAFTAs Was Real Corny For That 1:12:13 - Black Mom Has Strange Interactions At A Child's Birthday Party 1:22:33 - Why Doesn't Anyway Care About These New NBA Players? 1:31:50 - What's Your Favorite Black Historical Moment? 1:35:53 - End of Show/ Corny Joke -------------------------------------------------------------------- Please be sure to follow us on all our social media: Cashapp: $Headwrappod Bluesky: @headwrappod Instagram: @headwrapsandlipsticks TikTok: @headwrapsandlipsticks Facebook: Headwraps And Lipsticks: The Podcast Website: www.headwrapsandlipstick.com Email: hosts@headwrapsandlipsticks.com

Send a textKellen Mond shares his journey from surviving the chaotic world of professional football to finding peace and passion in photography and art. Hear about his upcoming debut show, the lessons learned from high-pressure NFL environments, and how his unique lens helps him capture the beauty in imperfection and chaos.-Quick Episode Summary:Kellen Mond discusses NFL challenges, art, photography, and embracing chaos.-SEO Description:Former NFL quarterback Kellen Mond shares his journey from pro sports to art, exploring growth, mental health, and finding beauty in chaos on Passing The Torch.-

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Key Topics Covered: 1. Design as Custodianship, Not Decoration Julian explains that design is about how a property works, not just how it looks in photos. He links design to long term wealth planning: like pensions, it's too important to leave entirely in someone else's hands. The goal is performance over years: easy lettings, happy tenants, fewer repairs, and a product that holds value. 2. The Big Mindset Shift: Property Is a Business and a Product Julian challenges the word “investment” and suggests landlords are really buying a business. Each property is a living, breathing product that gets used, abused, and needs managing. If you don't treat it like a business, it can quietly become a liability over five to ten years. 3. How Properties Become Liabilities Over Time Poor design and poor maintenance create a snowball effect: worse condition attracts worse tenants, which accelerates deterioration. Julian shares examples of developments becoming hard to sell or even “unmortgageable” due to maintenance and management issues. Legacy matters: many children don't want property, so dumping a problematic asset onto them creates stress, not wealth. 4. Why You Can't Abdicate Design to Architects and Builders Plans can pass planning and building regs but still be awful to live in. Common issues include impractical layouts, no storage, poor kitchen design, and bathrooms that don't function properly. Julian introduces the “good, fast, cheap” triangle: you can pick two, but not all three, and landlords pay the price later if they chase cheap and fast. 5. Practical Design Thinking for HMOs and High Use Properties In HMOs, the room is the tenant's home, so it must support multiple functions, not just sleep. Flow matters: kitchens, waste, smells, and shared spaces can make or break tenant experience and long term value. Lighting and electrics are often done to a builder's default spec, but that can create uncomfortable living and higher churn. 6. Serviced Accommodation Is an Experience Business Short stay guests want something boutique and memorable, not copy and paste. Julian recommends living in your serviced accommodation for a week to spot friction points: heating controls, WiFi, TV, keys, lighting, and usability. Service quality affects reviews, and reviews affect profitability. He references research suggesting superhost status can significantly lift margins. 7. The Commercial Upside: Small Design Changes, Big Profit and Value Gains Julian shares an example where improving presentation helped increase rent by £150 per month, which translated into a major profit uplift. He highlights how many landlords don't know their true profit margin, and confuse turnover with profit. Improving existing assets often delivers faster ROI than buying new ones, especially if older stock is dragging performance down. 8. How Julian Helps Investors: Training and Hands On Support Julian trains investors to become “design aware” and “design led” without needing to be designers. He offers remote consults (including Zoom based reviews), layout planning, electrical plans, materials specs, and project support via WhatsApp. His core message: be involved, be informed, and take control of the decisions that shape income and maintenance. Actionable Takeaways Treat each property like a business product, not a passive investment. Design for performance: durability, usability, flow, and maintenance, not just photos. Don't assume architects and builders will design a home that works, review layouts with real living in mind. Audit your existing portfolio before buying more, older assets may be dragging your returns down. Know your numbers: profit margin, not just rent, and understand how small rent uplifts can multiply profit. For serviced accommodation, test the experience yourself and tighten service, reviews drive revenue. Adopt the custodian mindset: build assets your children would actually want to inherit. Resources & Next Steps Icon Living UK: The creation of living spaces that people love and enjoy Julian Maurice: julian@iconliving.co.uk Download our FREE Pensions and Inheritance Tax Guide WealthBuilders Membership: Free access to guides, webinars, and community Connect with Us: Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms. Next Steps On Your WealthBuilding Journey:   Join the WealthBuilders Facebook Community Schedule a 1:1 call with one of our team Become a member of WealthBuilders If you have been enjoying listening to WealthTalk - Please Leave Us A Review!

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What if one of the biggest drivers of your productivity wasn't your calendar, your habits, or your willpower but the light around you?  In this episode of Productivity Smarts, host Gerald J. Leonard sits down with Dr. Martin Moore-Ede, a world-leading expert in circadian biology and founder of the Circadian Light Research Center. Dr. Moore-Ede, known as "The Light Doctor," reveals a hidden productivity lever most of us overlook entirely: the light around us. We live in a world of artificial light, but not all light is created equal. Dr. Moore-Ede explains how modern LED and fluorescent lighting disrupt our internal biological clocks, leading to poor sleep, foggy thinking, weakened immune systems, and even long-term health risks. What begins as a conversation about light evolves into a fundamental discussion on human biology, explaining how the blue spectrum in everyday bulbs tells our brain it is daytime, halting vital repair processes, suppressing cancer-fighting melatonin, and throwing our entire system out of sync. Gerald and Dr. Moore-Ede explore practical, science-backed strategies to harness light for peak performance. Learn the four key pillars of a "healthy light diet," why morning outdoor time is non-negotiable, and how to choose evening lighting that will not sabotage your sleep. Discover how companies worldwide are using these principles to boost workforce productivity by over 30 percent, reduce errors, and improve safety. This episode shows how to work with your biology rather than against it. If you want to sharpen your focus, enhance your energy, sleep deeply, and unlock a new level of sustainable productivity, it starts with the light you see.   What We Discuss [00:00] Podcast introduction [01:17] Kiva non-profit spotlight [02:01] Guest introduction: Dr. Martin Moore-Ede [03:14] Personal interests: music preferences [04:37] Immediate productivity gains from healthy lighting [05:51] Dr. Moore-Ede's background and circadian research [07:05] Discovery of the brain's circadian clock [08:06] Modern lighting and health disruption [09:39] How circadian rhythms work [11:31] Health risks of nighttime light exposure [12:49] Choosing healthy lighting at home [14:00] How eyes detect light: rods, cones, and non-visual receptors [15:41] Daytime light exposure and longevity [17:08] Light's impact on productivity and sleep [18:36] Aging, well-being, and productivity [20:16] Types of light and their effects [22:58] Four key principles for healthy circadian practice [24:21] Practical home lighting adjustments [25:01] Lighting for focus and brainstorming [26:00] Lighting, stress, and 24/7 work culture [28:18] Workplace design innovations [31:03] Where to learn more: Dr. Moore-Ede's resources [32:30] Podcast wrap-up and closing remarks   Notable Quotes [04:49] These days people are inside, they're on their devices, and we are under lights that are actually rather unhealthy." – Dr. Martin Moore-Ede [05:07] "Light is not just for vision. It's actually very much to do with health." – Dr. Martin Moore-Ede [04:46] "If people start to adopt a healthy light diet, they get much sharper in their thinking, sleep deeper, feel better, and their immune system is strengthened." – Dr. Martin Moore-Ede [06:25] "I found myself working 36-hour long shifts under bright fluorescent lights around the clock, dealing with fatigue and health challenges under those conditions." – Dr. Martin Moore-Ede [11:23] "We are so much healthier and sleep better when we are aligned with the natural cycle of day and night." – Dr. Martin Moore-Ede [12:28] "We get into is the modern LED lights that have replaced all our lighting. All our lighting is pumping out tons of blue that is really disrupting our clocks and causing all sorts of ill health." – Dr. Martin Moore-Ede [16:50] "We just take light for granted and don't know what we're buying at the store or what we're switching on when we turn that switch on the wall." – Dr. Martin Moore-Ede [19:23] "Someone who is fatigued and sleep disrupted, whose clock is messed up by light, is just not going to be very productive." – Dr. Martin Moore-Ede [29:08] "We can really boost performance and productivity, and reduce errors by putting the right lighting in those workplaces." – Dr. Martin Moore-Ede   Resource and Links Dr. Martin Moore-Ede Website (Consulting Firm): https://circadian.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martin-Moore-Ede-a25914 Book: The Light Doctor (Amazon Bestseller) Newsletter: The Light Doctor Newsletter (Substack) Productivity Smarts Podcast Website - productivitysmartspodcast.com Gerald J. Leonard Website - geraldjleonard.com Turnberry Premiere website - turnberrypremiere.com Scheduler - vcita.com/v/geraldjleonard   Kiva is a loan, not a donation, allowing you to cycle your money and create a personal impact worldwide. https://www.kiva.org/lender/topmindshelpingtopminds

Send a textThis week, Heather and Vanessa interview Scott Zimmerman, an optical engineer and lighting innovator with over 35 years of experience in lighting and display technologies. Scott founded and operates NIRA Lighting, a company that develops energy-efficient LED lighting enhanced with near-infrared (NIR) light, mimicking the full spectrum of natural sunlight. This innovation addresses a key limitation of conventional LEDs, which lack the beneficial near-infrared wavelengths present in sunlight and incandescent bulbs. In this episode, Scott shares his work focusing on the health impacts of light, particularly how near-infrared energy supports mitochondrial function, boosts ATP production, and influences melatonin synthesis. Scott also shares about his research, often in collaboration with melatonin expert Professor Russel Reiter, which has been published in peer-reviewed journals such as Melatonin Research. He argues that modern indoor lighting designed for energy efficiency has inadvertently deprived humans of essential NIR light, contributing to health issues linked to circadian disruption and poor cellular energy. In our LED-toxic "modern" light environment, this is an indispensible episode with an incredible light-pioneer! If you're interested in exploring Scott Zimmerman's NIRA products and tools mentioned in this episode, you can use these links:code ENLIGHTENEDMOOD for a 10% discountORcode VANESSABALDWIN for 10% offSupport the showFind Heather:Book with HeatherHeather's Favorite Quantum Health ProductsHeather's Instagram Find Vanessa:Vanessa's Instagram Vanessa's Website Free Product Guide with Discount Codes Free Homeopathy at Home Guide

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How do you allocate a new church build budget between Audio, Video, and Lighting? And at what church size does production start to get exponentially more expensive?In this episode, we sit down with Aaron Ruse (former Technical Director at Saddleback Church and FOH engineer for Matt Redman) to break down the reality of modern church production. Before diving into the interview, the guys react to the massive production behind the Super Bowl Halftime Show.In this episode you'll hear: 0:00 Production Breakdown: Super Bowl Halftime Show4:25 Aaron Ruse (Saddleback Church / Sweetwater) Joins8:30 Aaron's Start in Church Production13:00 What It Takes to Mix FOH for Matt Redman14:30 Church Tech: What Has Changed in 20 Years (And What Hasn't)18:00 Essential Skills for Managing an LED Wall19:40 Production Trends to Embrace (and Which to Avoid)26:00 Acoustic Treatment Strategies for Worship Spaces34:00 The "Breaking Point" Where Production Costs Skyrocket38:45 Allocating Your AVL Budget: Audio vs. Video vs. Lighting43:00 Church Tech Disaster Story46:00 Tech Takeaway: Fostering Authentic WorshipGet chapter one of Toby's new book "Sacred Spaces, Modern Production" here. Resources for your Church Tech Ministry Sell Us Gear: Does your church have used gear that you need to convert into new ministry dollars? We can make you an offer here. Buy Our Gear: Do you need some production gear but lack the budget to buy new gear? You can shop our gear store here. Connect with us: Sales Bulletin: Get better deals than the public and get them earlier too here! Early Service: Get our best gear before it goes live on our site here. Instagram: Hangout with us on the gram here! Reviews: Leaving us a review on the podcast player you're listening to us on really helps the show. If you enjoyed this episode, you can say thank you with a review!

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Send a textTimothy Klund, aka TK, shares his journey from being an Air Force veteran to becoming a successful entrepreneur and community leader. He discusses the importance of relationships, the value of time, and the lessons learned from both successes and failures. The conversation also delves into the origins of the Celebrity Softball Classic, emphasizing the significance of community and connection. TK's insights on spirituality, personal growth, and the necessity of hard work provide listeners with a roadmap for achieving their own success and fulfillment.-Quick Episode Summary:Air Force, leadership, resilience, relationships, faith, family, giving back, gratitude.-SEO Description:Air Force vet TK shares leadership, resilience, and the power of connection, plus stories from the Celebrity Softball Classic and lessons from life and business.-

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Lighting is important — but it's not what makes a portrait feel natural, confident, or authentic.In this episode of the Camera Shake Podcast, NYC headshot photographer Pete Coco joins Kersten Luts to explore the psychology behind portrait photography. From directing natural expressions to building trust with clients, Pete explains why connection matters more than gear, camera settings, or studio lighting setups.If you're a portrait photographer, headshot photographer, or someone starting a photography business, this episode dives into practical strategies for working with real people in front of the lens. You'll learn how to handle nervous clients, avoid stiff posing, and capture genuine expressions that elevate your photography portfolio.We also discuss the business side of headshot photography, personal branding, and what clients actually care about when hiring a professional photographer.Whether you're an amateur photographer looking to improve or a professional refining your craft, this conversation will shift how you think about portrait photography.If you enjoy photography education, lighting tutorials, and creative business insights, consider subscribing for weekly episodes. And be sure to check out our other interviews with leading photographers in the industry.

*The air you breathe, the light you see, and the water you drink have all been quietly sabotaged by modern life—here's how to fight back without ripping your house apart.* Episode Summary In this episode, we shift from last week's hormesis deep-dive to the second weapon in your ancestral mismatch arsenal: your environment. You'll discover how degraded air quality, flickering LED lights, contaminated water, and invisible EMFs are silently wrecking your sleep, fogging your brain, and loading you with toxins—then get a practical, budget-friendly environmental audit you can start this weekend. Question of the Day

With over 34 years in the landscape lighting industry, Jeff Hesser shares the lessons, systems, and mindset behind a career built to last. From installing irrigation and lighting for iconic clients like Longwood Gardens and the Dupont family, to training contractors and expanding distributor networks with CAST Lighting, Jeff breaks down what it really takes to design, install, and educate at a high level. This episode is packed with real-world insight for contractors, designers, and anyone serious about mastering landscape lighting.

In this episode of the AART, host Chris Stafford sits down with American film and television professional Nica Fazio for an honest, wide-ranging biographical conversation about her life, career, and personal journey working behind the scenes in the entertainment industry. Rather than focusing on technical details, this episode explores the human story behind a career spent on set—how Nica found her way into film and television, what drew her to the work, and how years in the industry shaped her identity, resilience, and outlook on life.Nica shares reflections on growing up, discovering creative communities, and navigating the realities of working in a demanding, often unpredictable industry. She talks about the challenges and rewards of life behind the camera, the importance of collaboration, and the relationships formed on set that leave a lasting mark long after the lights go down. Through personal stories and candid insights, Nica opens up about perseverance, adaptability, and the quieter moments that define a career not always seen by audiences. This episode of AART is about more than film and television—it's about finding purpose, learning to trust your instincts, and building a meaningful life through creative work. Whether you're an artist, filmmaker, or simply curious about the people who bring stories to life behind the scenes, this conversation offers a thoughtful and inspiring look at what it means to commit to a path and grow along the way. Nica's links:https://www.imdb.com/name/nm9717608/ https://www.instagram.com/nica.fazio/https://www.instagram.com/nicafaziophoto/ Nica's dinner party guests:My grandpaEllen KurasAva DuvernayLisa KudrowAmy WinehouseAlejandro González Iñárritu Some of Nica's favorite women artists:Elisa Capdevila (muralist from Barcelona she is amazing) Pixy Liao (photographer) Helen Levitt (photographer)Rina Yang (DP)Marjan Teeuwen (large scale architecture installations) Miska Mohmmed (abstract painting) Host: Chris StaffordProduced by Hollowell StudiosFollow @theaartpodcast on InstagramEmail: theaartpodcast@gmail.com Keywords Nica Fazio, AART Podcast, Chris Stafford podcast, film and television careers, women in film, behind the scenes film industry, film crew stories, creative career journeys, life in film and TV, entertainment industry biography, film podcast interview, personal stories from set life, American film professionals, storytelling behind the cameraBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/women-unscripted--4769409/support.

In this episode of the AART, host Chris Stafford sits down with American film and television professional Nica Fazio for an honest, wide-ranging biographical conversation about her life, career, and personal journey working behind the scenes in the entertainment industry. Rather than focusing on technical details, this episode explores the human story behind a career spent on set—how Nica found her way into film and television, what drew her to the work, and how years in the industry shaped her identity, resilience, and outlook on life.Nica shares reflections on growing up, discovering creative communities, and navigating the realities of working in a demanding, often unpredictable industry. She talks about the challenges and rewards of life behind the camera, the importance of collaboration, and the relationships formed on set that leave a lasting mark long after the lights go down. Through personal stories and candid insights, Nica opens up about perseverance, adaptability, and the quieter moments that define a career not always seen by audiences. This episode of AART is about more than film and television—it's about finding purpose, learning to trust your instincts, and building a meaningful life through creative work. Whether you're an artist, filmmaker, or simply curious about the people who bring stories to life behind the scenes, this conversation offers a thoughtful and inspiring look at what it means to commit to a path and grow along the way. Nica's links:https://www.imdb.com/name/nm9717608/ https://www.instagram.com/nica.fazio/https://www.instagram.com/nicafaziophoto/ Nica's dinner party guests:My grandpaEllen KurasAva DuvernayLisa KudrowAmy WinehouseAlejandro González Iñárritu Some of Nica's favorite women artists:Elisa Capdevila (muralist from Barcelona she is amazing) Pixy Liao (photographer) Helen Levitt (photographer)Rina Yang (DP)Marjan Teeuwen (large scale architecture installations) Miska Mohmmed (abstract painting) Host: Chris StaffordProduced by Hollowell StudiosFollow @theaartpodcast on InstagramEmail: theaartpodcast@gmail.com Keywords Nica Fazio, AART Podcast, Chris Stafford podcast, film and television careers, women in film, behind the scenes film industry, film crew stories, creative career journeys, life in film and TV, entertainment industry biography, film podcast interview, personal stories from set life, American film professionals, storytelling behind the cameraBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/aart--5814675/support.A Hollowell Studios ProductionInstagram: @theaartpodcast Email: hollowellstudios@gmail.com© Copyright: Chris Stafford | Hollowell StudiosAll Rights Reserved

Send a textThe fastest way to stall growth is to chase near-term numbers while ignoring the systems that create momentum. We sit down with Kurt Uhlir—CMO, growth operator, and “King of Scaling”—to unpack how teams compound results by aligning time horizons, transforming decision-making with AI, and replacing authority-driven compliance with servant leadership commitment.We start by reframing executive focus: separate conversations into 2–12, 12–36, and 36+ month horizons, protect leading indicators, and let strategies mature long enough to prove or disprove hypotheses. From there, Kurt breaks down how AI either erodes trust through low-quality, high-volume content or strengthens it through deep edits, rigorous repurposing, and message consistency across TikTok, YouTube, articles, and newsletters. He explains why the winning move is pairing elite human editors with AI to deliver clarity, accuracy, and credibility at scale.Kurt shares a playbook for using AI as a thinking partner: simulate buyer personas, surface objections from forums in real time, pressure test strategies before launch, and compress the draft-to-feedback loop from weeks to hours. That shift empowers teams to explore “what if” scenarios without committees and helps leaders challenge their own instincts with data-backed insight. We also dive into culture: why AI “fails” when leaders can't define what success looks like, how psychological safety unlocks iteration, and where mid-level resistance shows up first.Expect five blunt go-to-market red flags—attribution over contribution, PPC overload, product-marketing drift, boardroom-first systems, and single-playbook thinking—plus a practical path to contribution-based decisioning. We close on servant leadership as an operating system: define outcomes, remove friction, and resource the work so accountability rises and execution speeds up. Finally, we look ahead to search everywhere optimization, meeting buyers across Google, TikTok, YouTube, podcasts, and AI answers with a unified narrative that builds trust, not just visibility.If this resonated, follow the show, share it with a teammate who obsesses over attribution, and leave a quick review telling us your biggest blind spot you're ready to challenge.This episode was recorded through a Descript call on January 13, 2026. Read the blog article and show notes here: https://webdrie.net/stop-lighting-marketing-cash-on-fire..........................................................................

In Episode 199, Delo sits down with Michael Merendino, the founder of Crust Simply Italian and a fixture in the Arizona hospitality scene. Born and raised in New York, Michael shares his incredible journey from waiting tables at Mastro's Ocean Club—where he made $1,000 a night during the golden era of steakhouses—to buying a 7-foot pizza oven before he even had a lease for his first restaurant. This conversation is a masterclass in grit, "scrappy" entrepreneurship, and the relentless pursuit of authentic hospitality.Michael opens up about the early days of opening Crust in 2007, making "every mistake possible," including opening without silverware and forgetting to wash the romaine lettuce on day one. He and Delo discuss the evolution of the restaurant industry from labor costs to the "MALT" principle (Music, Ambiance, Lighting, Temperature) that defines a great dining experience. They also dive deep into his expansion into the craft cocktail world with The Ostrich, a basement speakeasy in a 100-year-old hotel that houses feathers from the actual ostrich farm of Dr. Chandler.Whether you're a restaurateur navigating the chaotic waters of construction and permitting, or just a lover of great food and stories, this episode delivers. Michael explains why "touching every table" is still the secret sauce to retention, how he balances running a multi-concept portfolio while keeping a "family" culture, and even claims a little credit for the invention of lobster mashed potatoes.Chapter Guide:(0:00 - 3:15) Intro: Family Life & The "Scottsdale Love Story"(3:16 - 8:42) The Golden Era: Making $1k/Night at Mastro's(8:43 - 15:20) The First Crust: Buying an Oven Before a Lease(15:21 - 22:10) The Ostrich: Building a Speakeasy in a Basement(22:11 - 28:45) Scaling Up: Why "Touching Tables" Matters(28:46 - 35:30) Leadership: Managing Headaches & Celebrating Wins(35:31 - 40:37) Rapid Fire: MALT, Steaks, & Lobster Mashed Potatoes

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