AV SuperFriends

The AV SuperFriends are AV and eLearning nerds who embrace the challenges that come with managing audiovisual systems and resources within a higher education environment. Most of us have had similar experiences and seek to find answers in an ever-changing audiovisual world. We engage the higher education audiovisual community through podcasts, videos, panel discussions, interviews, and social media to share ideas and solve problems. Our shared experiences and your own will lead to new and creative solutions. In summary, we are going to steal all your ideas and share them with everyone.

AV SuperFriends: On Topic - KFC Classroom 01/01/2026

AV SuperFriends: Off the Rails - Kicking the Bucket Down the Road 12/10/2025

AV SuperFriends: Off the Rails - Kicking the Bucket Down the Road Recorded December 5, 2025 As December pretends to be festive while refusing to fully commit to Christmas, the AV SuperFriends gather to celebrate that special time of year when inboxes are ignored, productivity is optional, and every project update is deferred. Naturally, this means the conversation focuses on patent lawsuits, seasonal anxiety, and the true meaning of future-proof… which, as it turns out, might actually mean sealed in concrete for eternity. From Barco’s latest courtroom adventure to the existential question of who actually owns and maintains the hundreds of learning spaces PCs on campus, the panel wanders joyfully into topics no one planned for but everyone has opinions about. Sprinkle in questionable NDI workflows, a debate over whether ServiceNow stories should start with “Once upon a time,” and at least one visceral reaction to USB extenders, and you’ve got yourself a classic AVSF experience. News story: AI-generated alternate show titles Once Upon a ServiceNow Ticket Future-Proofed… and Future-Ruined Legal AV: The Trend Nobody Wanted The Great PC Custody Battle Reserved, Reversed, Whatever; Lawyers Are Involved NDI, USB, and Other Seasonal Nightmares December: Now Technically Christmas-Adjacent Far superior human-created alternate show titles: It depends, it’s diapers Immensely reserved Buckets are bigger than cans Future proof Zip tied off to all these rafters A hot dog is not a sandwich You seem to have it made here It happens so magical I don’t know all the details We can biotrack ‘em We have one support desk except for the… What do you mean by general support? Stop picking on me! We got some weird ask from some faculty When did we talk about this? I’m gonna cram it in somewhere You missed one thing, Marc I don’t have any PC problems Church benches We stream live every Friday at about 315p Eastern/1215p Pacific and you can listen to everything we record over at AVSuperFriends.com ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: ► Twitter: ► LinkedIn: ► YouTube: ► Bluesky: ► Email: ► RSS: Donate to AVSF: /episode/index/show/avsuperfriends/id/39349605

AV SuperFriends: On Topic - I’m not doing this under my desk 12/01/2025

AV SuperFriends: On Topic - I’m not doing this under my desk Recorded November 14, 2025 The AV SuperFriends kick off their first holiday special of the season with a spirited look at the gear, gadgets, and AV workflows that should make life easier, but only if you also bought the missing accessories, licenses, adapters, or seventeen extra widgets the manufacturer forgot to mention. In classic Christmas fashion, the crew shares their “Batteries Not Included” frustrations: software that secretly requires expensive hardware, switchers that almost solve every problem but miss the basics, power supplies that mysteriously vanish from product boxes, and cloud-connected ecosystems with more prerequisites than a graduate-level course. Along the way, the panel detours into holiday lights, dubious Best Buy happenings, the return of RDL-style power-supply roulette, and the annual reminder that USB extension is still cursed. They also preview an upcoming deep-dive on enterprise cloud AV, tease the December call-in show, and, of course, deliver an unhealthy dose of seasonal immaturity. If you’ve ever unboxed a “perfect” AV solution only to discover it needs three more boxes, a license key, an aggregator VM, and a Christmas miracle to function, this episode is for you. Alternate show titles: Holiday Mode The setting on your doohicky Don’t put it in holiday mode Who dropped the dogs off Allen Head Doll House It does everything you want but nothing you need Least offensive to “you gotta be kidding me” You can’t get this to that You can buy HDBaseT out, you just can’t get it in Similar to Larry, but different You always have to buy the power supplies separate They mostly last That’s not the answer; stop it! Some adult supervision required I want that in my stocking We stream live every Friday at about 315p Eastern/1215p Pacific and you can listen to everything we record over at AVSuperFriends.com ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: ► Twitter: ► LinkedIn: ► YouTube: ► Bluesky: ► Email: ► RSS: Donate to AVSF: /episode/index/show/avsuperfriends/id/39142545

AV SuperFriends: Off the Rails - Double-click down 11/25/2025

AV SuperFriends: Off the Rails - Double-click down Recorded November 21, 2025 In this jam-packed episode, the AV SuperFriends welcome two guests from sunny Southern California, Raj Singh from USC and Joe Way from UCLA, to tackle one of the most challenging topics in higher-ed technology today: cloud-connected AV. The panel reviews what it truly means to run a “connected campus,” exploring the benefits, hurdles, required workflows, stakeholder alignment, and how automation and virtualization are reshaping classroom support. But it’s not all cloud talk! USC and UCLA are days away from their big Crosstown Cup rivalry game, making this the biggest weekly rivalry segment of the season. Expect good-natured trash talk, playful jabs, and a surprisingly collaborative discussion between two AV teams who are supposed to be mortal enemies. Along the way, the panel veers off the rails into corporate jargon, classroom design myths, camera panic ticket escalations, and the ever-expanding universe of AV podcasts and tools. As always, there's plenty of humor, plenty of trash talk, and just enough chaos to keep things interesting. Whether you care about AV architecture, cross-campus ecosystems, sports rivalries, or just want to hear two LA schools grin through their competitive tension, this episode has something for you. Download AV Buddy: iOS: Android: Connect with our guests: Joe Way: Raj Singh: Alternate show titles: AV in a Box Craft Brewing Cloud So when AWS goes down… We’re sky-connected Simple scales and complex fails You all spent a crapton of money Adopting standards that are already pre-existing Tickets are the results of problems They don’t know how to speak “us” They’re saying crap I’ve never heard in my life No one cares about the network We want the AI applications to be on the ground I have a number and it is 10 People view your strategy through their strategy Do NOT let me do installation I was high on something We stream live every Friday at about 315p Eastern/1215p Pacific and you can listen to everything we record over at AVSuperFriends.com ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: https://www.avsuperfriends.com ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/avsuperfriends ► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsuperfriends ► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@avsuperfriends ► Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/avsuperfriends.bsky.social ► Email: mailbag@avsuperfriends.com ► RSS: https://avsuperfriends.libsyn.com/rss Donate to AVSF: https://www.avsuperfriends.com/support /episode/index/show/avsuperfriends/id/39160555

AV SuperFriends - Perspectives from ETC 2025 11/24/2025

AV SuperFriends: Off the Rails - Design Bid Build Litigate 11/17/2025

AV SuperFriends: Off the Rails - Design Bid Build Litigate Recorded November 7, 2025 In this episode, Chris, Jamie, Marc, Larry, Justin, and special guest Craig Park tackle the complexities of large capital projects, the importance of early engagement with AV consultants, and the often murky waters of project communication. The conversation takes a humorous turn as they explore the trials and tribulations of navigating institutional silos, the challenges of meeting evolving educational needs, and the inevitable “telephone game” that occurs in project management. With insights on everything from classroom design to the philosophical implications of technology placement, this episode is packed with practical advice and entertaining anecdotes because in the world of AV, nothing is ever straightforward! Connect with Craig: Listen to EdUp Smart Space: Clark & Enersen: News article: AVoIP article: Alternate show titles: It’s not about the person on the far end; I don’t care about that The data says we need to care about our analog space We have a voice lift building over here We can almost leave the acoustician out of the room Oral clarity and visual acuity Top of mind or full of stomach How do we raise the bar instead of lower the bar? Something is better than nothing That’s like my happy place Why didn’t you tell me I was being stupid? You didn’t tell us loud enough… If a decision is being made that goes against the laws of physics… I didn’t have gray hair before that meeting Oh, man, I’ve been loud I got a couple questions about Punch Out Design Bid Build Litigate We’re doing all the easy stuff We’re designing 50 year buildings with 8 year technology I don’t have a solution for that It’s never me; I don’t own sh*t Checkbook of novelty checks We’ll all end up on an island I haven’t seen anything innovative in two and a half years We stream live every Friday at about 315p Eastern/1215p Pacific and you can listen to everything we record over at AVSuperFriends.com ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: ► Twitter: ► LinkedIn: ► YouTube: ► Bluesky: ► Email: ► RSS: Donate to AVSF: /episode/index/show/avsuperfriends/id/39054420

AV SuperFriends: On Topic - I bet they’re super tech-savvy 11/01/2025

AVSF Friday Night Frights 10/30/2025

AV SuperFriends: Weekly Rivalry - UCF at Baylor 10/23/2025

AV SuperFriends: Off the Rails - We’re not allowed to speak in meetings 10/12/2025

AV SuperFriends: Off the Rails - We’re not allowed to speak in meetings Recorded Oct 8, 2025 In this episode, the crew tackles the realities of higher ed AV projects that just don’t go according to plan. When timelines slip, budgets tighten, or rooms are handed over mid-flight, how do campus tech teams adapt and deliver before classes start? Chris, Marc, Larry, Jamie, Justin, and special guest Chris Gaut exchange tales about project rescues, impossible deadlines, and those “we don’t need you… until we do” moments, whether it’s taking over a half-finished install, fixing someone else’s mistakes, or deciding when to step in (and when to let it burn). Later, the discussion turns to mixed-use spaces and the eternal debate over surround sound in classrooms and auditoriums: what customers say they want versus what they really need. In the news, Zoom wants to be your video content management platform, taking on Kaltura, Yuja, Panopto, etc. Good. News: Connect with our guest: AI-generated alternate show titles: We Didn’t Start the Fire (But Facilities Did) Let It Burn: A Project Management Love Story Scope, Schedule, and Smoke Damage The Great Handoff Heist Pumpkin Spice and Panic Season Who Signed Off on This? Surround Sound in the Storage Closet AV Triage: Do No Harm, Fix Everything Hot Mics and Hotter Deadlines Off the Rails: Now with 30% More Fire Far superior human created alternate show titles: Am I paying for this bill? It might not be a… synchronous course It’s not that I’m not positive on AI… Buy low, sell high You have steak in the game Two people in one rack I want some pain to be felt Owner Found Equipment If you’ve got a PM who’s going through a bumpy divorce This is oddly specific We’re outside their sphere of control Justin and his crazy ass hairbrained AV shit There’s no submittals for lighting control… Malicious compliance This is my cousin Shmustin I’m picturing Justin in tear-away cargo pants We call that surrounded by sound That’s why you do mono everywhere They both like high quality projection I’m not doing it, that’s stupid Choose your own adventure No, because I lied to them Mano-a-mono Math that out We stream live every Friday at about 300p Eastern/1200p Pacific and you can listen to everything we record over at AVSuperFriends.com ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: ► Twitter: ► LinkedIn: ► YouTube: ► Bluesky: ► Email: ► RSS: Donate to AVSF: /episode/index/show/avsuperfriends/id/38550360

AV SuperFriends: Off the Rails - Saying Stuff about Things 10/08/2025

AV SuperFriends: Off the Rails - Saying Stuff about Things Recorded October 3, 2025 In this episode, the crew gears up for the 2025 ETC Conference in Raleigh, NC, swapping predictions, travel plans, and a few questionable presentation ideas. Brandon Pope from NC State and Tim Cichos from Notre Dame join to preview what attendees can expect from the conference, from the carefully planned venues and community spirit to the sessions that promise to mix genuine insight with the usual mischief. The news segment debates goggles, infinite desktops, and TikTok eyewear that no one asked for. The panel also unpacks how AV and IT teams evolve from specialized support units to campus-wide partners. The Weekly Rivalry returns with campus tech bragging rights on the line with football-style scorekeeping applied to AV, IT, and higher ed technology showdowns. News story: Connect with our guests: Tim Cichos: Brandon Pope: ETC Conference: AI-Generated Alternate Titles: Pumpkin Spice and Patch Cables The ETC Pre-Game Show Stuff, Things, and Infinite Desktops TikTok Goggles for Higher Ed Flooding the Zone with AV Wisdom The Carolinas Conference Countdown Mannequins, MacBooks, and Mayhem Raleigh Rally: The AV SuperFriends Hit the Road Goggles, Gremlins, and Great Expectations Prepping for ETC Like It’s Finals Week Far superior human-generated alternate titles: Infinite Desktop Your desktop is in my airspace Will it increase their band-width? I think what Chris said is the important part Little did you know, I’m the CFO The rest of us are pretty much useless Is this about BBQ again? Sneakernet Days I’m going to see all this BS about AI I didn’t on purpose go there That’s what the snap monkeys are for! From central to not-central to central again Spend Money! Frugalivity Just don’t put sound in your rooms They were keeping puddles in there Brian’s Brains I’ve lost every time since We stream live every Friday at about 300p Eastern/1200p Pacific and you can listen to everything we record over at AVSuperFriends.com ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: ► Twitter: ► LinkedIn: ► YouTube: ► Bluesky: ► Email: ► RSS: Donate to AVSF: /episode/index/show/avsuperfriends/id/38505410

AV SuperFriends: On Topic - I hope AQAV isn’t listening to this… 10/01/2025

AV SuperFriends: On Topic - I hope AQAV isn’t listening to this… Recorded September 19, 2025 It’s October, and the AV SuperFriends are leaning into the spooky season with a conversation that’s equal parts eerie and insightful. They tackle some of the haunted house problems in higher ed AV: ghost signals that won’t quit, obsolete equipment that seems impossible to kill off, and the slow creep of outdated standards lurking in classrooms everywhere. Joining the discussion are special guests Gary Cummins Indiana University and Neal Feuerhelm from the University of Illinois, who weigh in on how their campuses are handling the monsters of modernization. From faculty demands for shiny new gear to the challenges of keeping hundreds of teaching spaces alive and stable, the group debates what’s worth upgrading, what’s better left buried, and how to keep technology aligned with real teaching and learning goals. And since it wouldn’t be fall without a little football, the episode features a spirited Weekly Rivalry matchup between Illinois and Indiana. Much like on the gridiron, each university makes its case for AV dominance, touting classroom innovations, campus traditions, and the resilience of their teams. The friendly trash talk goes into overtime with lightning-round questions and leaves listeners with one key takeaway: in higher ed AV, rivalries may be playful, but the commitment to delivering reliable, effective teaching technology is very real. Connect with our guests: Gary Cummins - Neal Feuerhelm - AI-generated Alternate Episode Titles: Spooky Trends & a Big Ten Showdown Ether Killer and the Haunted Classroom When Old Gear Refuses to Die Spooky Season, Creepy Standards, and a Big Ten Showdown Ghosts in the Machine: Higher Ed’s Halloween Special Haunted Touch Panels and Other AV Nightmares Rivalries, Revenants, and Room Schedulers Far Superior Human-Generated Alternate Show Titles: You want all those ports back? They went from putting everything on there to nothing There’s not enough of it to justify putting in a special thing Are you too busy to finish a thought? Your standards are at random heights The consumerification of all our AV products That meant it was dead, not asleep Either one, I don’t want to do anymore… Live grounding bus bar I don’t know how many pools you have on campus We got a name for that It involved a lot of lube Turn it to 11 You can’t really touch the HTML It’s the viewer’s problem We stream live every Friday at about 300p Eastern/1200p Pacific and you can listen to everything we record over at AVSuperFriends.com ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: ► Twitter: ► LinkedIn: ► YouTube: ► Bluesky: ► Email: ► RSS: Donate to AVSF: /episode/index/show/avsuperfriends/id/38386120

AV SuperFriends: Off the Rails - There’s only one batman on our campus 09/17/2025

AV SuperFriends: Off the Rails - There’s only one batman on our campus Recorded September 12, 2025 It’s episode 1-2-3 Off the Rails, and the crew is joined by two special guests for an especially thick and robust panel for a discussion of multi-display classrooms that either delight faculty or guarantee support tickets, the eternal war over dongles, aspect ratios, and those pesky 4:3 PowerPoints that just won’t die. Special guests Tino Kaltsas and BC Hatchett jump into the chaos, sharing stories about bats in classrooms, rogue lighting complaints, and makeshift pandemic-era libraries-turned-classrooms. The panel debates whether multi-display AV systems are a blessing or a curse, all while tossing good-natured jabs and commiserating over faculty whiteboard obsession. And of course, it wouldn’t be an Off the Rails live show without the Weekly Rivalry segment featuring this week’s unlikely face-off between Wisconsin and Vanderbilt. With their original opponents chickening out, the Badgers and Commodores go toe-to-toe in a spirited four-quarter contest of AV wits, scored with touchdowns, field goals, and a surprising number of bats. News: AI-Generated Alternate Show Titles: Bats, Whiteboards, and Multi-Display Madness The One True Aspect Ratio (and Other Lies We Tell Ourselves) When Your Library Becomes a Classroom and Your Classroom Gets Bats Zip Ties, Velcro, and the Scars to Prove It Weekly Rivalry: Wisconsin vs. Vanderbilt—The Matchup Nobody Asked For Pumpkin Spice and PowerPoint Crimes Genlock, Dongles, and the Quest for Simplicity From Cheese Curds to Hot Chicken: A Higher Ed Showdown Please Stop Writing on the Auditorium Whiteboards Far superior human generated alternate show titles: Broadcast-ish quality There’s a button on your phone? Listen… she was sleeping I didn’t realize that was a big fauxpas That’s a piece of garbage on a chair Makes me want to start smoking again I have a maybe-even-worse scenario The goober who comes in off the street Somebody’s got to speak a bit of truth Asking for a hammer to dig a ditch Sound freeze Bats in our belfry Chasing this thing around with a Dell box Did you tell them the sun moves? I was super pleased with it That’s a great example of Marc being wrong We do math pretty well Test in production It’s a squeaker! We stream live every Friday at about 300p Eastern/1200p Pacific and you can listen to everything we record over at AVSuperFriends.com ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: ► Twitter: ► LinkedIn: ► YouTube: ► Bluesky: ► Email: ► RSS: Donate to AVSF: /episode/index/show/avsuperfriends/id/38246550

AV SuperFriends: Off the Rails - We have four primary systems 09/11/2025

AV SuperFriends: Off the Rails - We have four primary systems Recorded September 5, 2025 The AV SuperFriends are back with two special guests, Casey Sisco (UTSA) and Atkins Fleming (Texas State). This one covers it all: from facial recognition at football stadiums, to the never-ending challenges of digital signage. The highlight of the show is our Weekly Rivalry segment, where Texas State and UTSA face off in a sports-style showdown for AV & IT bragging rights. With Casey and Atkins representing their campuses, the panel covers standards, design strategies, and the quirks that make each team unique. Touchdowns are scored, safeties called, and by the end we’ve got a winner crowned in the I-35 Showdown. It’s rivalry, it’s comedy, and it’s AV therapy, all rolled into one. News: AI-generated alternate show titles: Pumpkin Spice and Projector Lamps Digital Signage and Other Bad Decisions Facial Recognition at the Football Gate Velcro, Zip Ties, and Rivalries From Body Farms to Concrete Labs The Great USB Extension Debate Standardization vs. Innovation Who Runs Texas Tech? (No not that Texas Tech) Far superior human created alternate show titles: You can’t change culture Take your stick and plug it in As long as it works for them… Why would I put it online? Alls we do is put the display on the wall Not for MY group I wasn’t in the conversation when this was being set up But do you care? I DO care We get into a lot of… battles Use code “Raul” for 10% off Health codes, maybe? Free Tacos on Tuesday Hurdle spaces USB control hub room thing What I’m hearing is Stagnatation The body farm is just littered with dead humans Flies, and rot, and maggots I-35 showdown We stream live every Friday at about 300p Eastern/1200p Pacific and you can listen to everything we record over at AVSuperFriends.com ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: ► Twitter: ► LinkedIn: ► YouTube: ► Bluesky: ► Email: ► RSS: Donate to AVSF: /episode/index/show/avsuperfriends/id/38175885

AV SuperFriends: On Topic - See, I was smart! 09/01/2025

AV SuperFriends: Weekly Rivalry - Texas at Ohio State 08/30/2025

AV SuperFriends: Off the Rails - Somebody has to touch it at some point 08/25/2025

AV SuperFriends: Off the Rails - Somebody has to touch it at some point Recorded August 22, 2025 We kick things off with the big news of the week: AOL finally pulling the plug on dial-up internet. Yes, it was somehow still a thing. Cue the nostalgia, sound effects, and plenty of snark. From there, we debate the future of AVoIP. Is it the solution for everything, just another tool in the quiver, or the next technology destined to quietly fade away? Expect strong opinions, clashing perspectives, and a few surprising alliances you didn’t see coming. We also launch a brand-new segment: Weekly Rivalry. Our first matchup? A non-rivalry between Iowa State and UNLV, brought to life with sports-style commentary, AV smack talk, and behind-the-scenes looks at how each campus tackles classroom tech, standardization, and those weird spaces nobody talks about. Topics this week include: The end of AOL dial-up (seriously, it was still around) The great AV over IP debate: future standard or passing fad? Standardization, room checks, and the weirdest classrooms ever supported Why faculty still love (or hate) classroom PCs News article: AI-generated alternate show titles: Firmware Updates and Budget Cuts Traffic Jam at the USB-C Junction Goodbye, Dial-Up. Hello, AOL Discs on eBay. AVoverIP: Tool, Fad, or Forever? Ceiling Mics, Dongle Rescues, and Other Heroics The Quiver, the Toolbox, and the Cable Slot That Eats HDMI More Opinions Than Panelists Cloud Dreams and Network Nightmares Cadaver Labs, Poultry Farms, and Men’s Room IDF Closets Far superior human created alternate show titles: That’s big in Kentucky Teddy is probably not going to have internet I still have a Hotmail More women for us! I’m OK being blasphemous We were aligned until you opened your mouth From the thing over IP to the other thing Baseband is coming to an end You said that where you can’t be wrong It’ll all figure itself out I keep arrows in the toolbox This is not just a Vegas thing, this is a Frank thing Have you seen society? We’re not pumping out geniuses! We’ve had that for 10 years and it still doesn’t work Digital plumbers Some overwhelming whatever it is It’s not that; it’s laziness How many multi-factors do I need to get into this? I can do this in my bedroom There’s going to be a nerd on the back-end Reboot the speaker The AI will reboot it for you Go get ‘em, tiger! That stupid clocking thing I lean into things that we hate 28-year-old Frank would have said something different We don’t have money for Velcro-brand Velcro It’s a 1-seater! We stream live every Friday at about 300p Eastern/1200p Pacific and you can listen to everything we record over at AVSuperFriends.com ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: ► Twitter: ► LinkedIn: ► YouTube: ► Bluesky: ► Email: ► RSS: Donate to AVSF: /episode/index/show/avsuperfriends/id/37942610

AV SuperFriends: Off the Rails - This incomplete room brought to you by 08/13/2025

AV SuperFriends: Off the Rails - This incomplete room brought to you by Recorded August 8, 2025 In this episode of Off the Rails, Chris, Jamie, Marc, Larry, and Justin review the chaotic world of last-minute project requests. They share their experiences, strategies, and a few laughs while navigating the often unpredictable demands of faculty and staff just before the new semester kicks off. The conversation kicks off with a lighthearted look at the absurdity of trying to accommodate requests that come in at the eleventh hour. The panelists discuss the importance of setting realistic timelines and the challenges of managing expectations when it comes to integrating new technology into classrooms. They reflect on their own institutions' processes for prioritizing projects and the fine line between accommodating urgent requests and maintaining a sustainable workflow. As they explore the intricacies of preventive maintenance and room checks, the team emphasizes the value of proactive measures to catch issues before they become problems. With anecdotes about their unique approaches, they provide insights into how to keep AV systems running smoothly while also dealing with the inevitable chaos that comes with the start of a new academic year. News article: AI-generated alternate show titles: Last Minute Madness Can You Squeeze Me In? The Art of the Last-Minute Request AV Chaos: Back to School Edition Preventive Maintenance: The Unsung Hero Just One More Thing... When Time is Not on Your Side Classroom Crisis Management How to Say No Without Saying No AV Super Friends: Under Pressure Far superior human alternate show titles: Learn calculus, damn it That means you’re old and you’re about to die We’re in that same boat again! It depends who’s asking I am the gatekeeper Reasonability Wheeling and dealing How reasonable is it? Small little turnovers Just say “No” There’s a camera on the thing We stream live every Friday at about 300p Eastern/1200p Pacific and you can listen to everything we record over at AVSuperFriends.com ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: ► Twitter: ► LinkedIn: ► YouTube: ► Bluesky: ► Email: ► RSS: Donate to AVSF: /episode/index/show/avsuperfriends/id/37790090

AV SuperFriends: On Topic - The statute of limitations has run out, right? 08/01/2025

AV SuperFriends: Off the Rails - The more you talk, the less interested I get 07/30/2025

AV SuperFriends: Off the Rails - The more you talk, the less interested I get Recorded July 25, 2025 In this episode, join Chris, Jamie, Marc, Larry, and Justin as they discuss the the broken business model of per room, per system, per month, per year cloud service pricing, the ongoing struggle with outdated features and devices that just won’t die and the question of when to cut the cord on legacy systems, sharing their own experiences and the sometimes humorous realities of managing AV technology. They review the terribleness of wireless sharing appliances and the frustrations that come with them, as well as the importance of gathering feedback from faculty and students. They also touch on the necessity of evaluating usage data and making informed decisions based on real-world needs rather than assumptions. News: AI-generated Alternate Show Titles: When to Cut the Cord Don't Let the Blu Ray Players Die in Vain Wireless Sharing Woes From Legacy to Lament Data-Driven Decisions AV Tech: The Good, The Bad, and The Outdated When Do We Say Goodbye? AV Apocalypse Now Lessons from the Trenches Streamlining the Chaos Far superior human-generated alternate show titles: Be a part of it with as little work as possible There’s nothing to it Money motivates Member that? I need this old widget to talk to this other widget It’s all in the metaverse That one from last year gets nothing Let’s all do it wrong together This isn’t on your network; it’s in the cloud I will speak for higher ed at large Yellow light for the premium package Now you’ve got a hoedown You’re making an assumption; they never said that Give me a really big package Way too many clouds Everything on the same cloud Dirty Data A giant spreadsheet of garbage But here’s the thing… you like your job Sketcho box Free is not free We don’t have a lot of bandwidth to be wrong Pay some other department to really manhandle it I’m in the middle of this sh*t right now and it’s a storm Doing the wireless thing is easy / Have this: it’s going to fail you Give us feedback on about what you hate about ‘em You’re really gonna hate this sh*t We stream live every Friday at about 300p Eastern/1200p Pacific and you can listen to everything we record over at AVSuperFriends.com ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: ► Twitter: ► LinkedIn: ► YouTube: ► Bluesky: ► Email: ► RSS: Donate to AVSF: /episode/index/show/avsuperfriends/id/37603085