AVNation EdTech podcast: Episode 46 (Oct 2016)

In this month's AV Nation EdTech podcast, we discuss manufacturers selling and marketing directly to end users, fostering brand loyalty, InfoComm education opportunities for high school students, and VR in the classroom.

AVNation EdTech podcast: Episode 45 (Sept 2016)

After a couple of months off, we're back with a new AV Nation EdTech podcast discussing OLED display technology, back boxes and flat panel display mounting, and the internet of things.

AVNation EdTech podcast: Episode 44 (June 2016)

We recorded our June EdTech podcast live from the InfoComm Show floor.  Bill O'Donnell hosted, Ernie Bailey was there, and we welcomed back Greg Brown.  We discussed our experiences at the Show, and commented on products that caught our eye.

AVNation EdTech podcast: Episode 43 (May 2016)

In this latest episode of the AV Nation EdTech podcast, we talk about the Microsoft Surface Hub, lecture capture equipment and methods, and the latest InfoComm/BICSI partnership.  We're recording the next episode of the podcast live from the InfoComm Show floor (the AV Nation booth # N2821) in Vegas on June 10th at 10am.  Stop by if you're attending the show.

AVNation EdTech podcast: Episode 42 (April 2016)

In this latest episode of the AV Nation EdTech podcast, we talk about Milestone purchasing Vaddio, short throw projectors, and my series of articles in Campus Technology about the phases of an AV installation project.  Greg Brown has left UCLA for the AV integration world, so we welcomed David Huckleberry from Purdue University.

AVNation EdTech podcast: Episode 41 (March 2016)

In this latest episode of the AV Nation EdTech podcast, we talk about AV equipment connected to the network, essentials of the connected classroom, and the end of Crestron's QuickMedia line.

AVNation EdTech podcast: Episode 40 (January 2016)

In this latest episode of the AV Nation EdTech podcast, we debate flat panel displays vs projectors, how to hide equipment in a classroom, and installing the latest classroom technology while maintaining network security.

AVNation EdTech podcast: Episode 39 (December 2015)

In this latest episode of the AV Nation EdTech podcast, we discuss Extron's lecture capture management software, my SCN article about designing advanced learning environments, and apps that we use for AV design and installation.

AVNation EdTech podcast: Episode 38 (October 2015)

In the October 2015 episode of the AV Nation Ed Tech podcast we discuss consumer electronics in the classroom, web interfaces on AV equipment, the AV-iQ site, Middle Atlantic furniture, HDMI cable licensing, and the latest from CCUMC.

AVNation EdTech podcast: Episode 37 (September 2015)

In the September 2015 episode of the AV Nation EdTech podcast, we discuss my feature in the Commercial Integrator 2015 "40 Influencers Under Forty" list, Extron making a move deeper into the lecture capture market, lecture capture workflow, and network security concerns relating to AV equipment.

AVNation EdTech podcast: Episode 36 (July 2015)

In the July 2015 episode of the AV Nation EdTech podcast, we discuss in-house vs. integrator installation for higher ed AV support departments, the various education technology trade shows out there, and we give our views on InfoComm 2015.

AVNation EdTech podcast: Episode 35 (May 2015)

In the May 2015 episode of the AVNation EdTech podcast, Tim, Greg, Ernie and I discuss network security for connected AV devices, end of fiscal year purchasing, and the Sound & Communications article I wrote discussing how integrators and consultants can keep higher ed AV support staff happy.  We'll be recording an episode of the podcast live from the InfoComm Show floor in June, so make sure to stop by the AV Nation booth on 6/18 at 10am if you want to say hello.

AVNation EdTech podcast: Episode 35 (April 2015)

In the latest episode of the AV Nation EdTech podcast, Tim, Ernie, Greg and I discuss the InfoComm classes Ernie will be teaching, InfoComm's ability to market to higher ed tech folks, life safety standards for schools, audio reinforcement in classrooms (yes, we talk about ceiling mics), higher-ed classroom tech trends, and campus network speeds.  We'll be recording an episode of the podcast live from the InfoComm Show floor in June, so make sure to stop by the AV Nation booth on 6/18 at 10am if you want to say hello.

AVNation EdTech podcast: Episode 34 (March 2015)

After taking the month of February off because of some timing conflicts with ISE, the AVNation EdTech podcast is back this month.  Even though I no longer am working in higher ed as a tech manager, Tim was kind enough to let me stay on the podcast since I'm still very involved with higher ed AV support in my new consulting role.  In this episode we discuss an Extron amplifier with a Dante input, Panasonic's new 4K Blu-ray player, the need (or lack of need) for physical media playback in the classroom, the legality of instructors transferring their VHS tapes to DVD, flipped and active learning classrooms, and a chance for me to introduce my new consulting business, Tomei AV Consulting.

AVNation EdTech podcast: Episode 33 (Jan 2015)

I kicked off the new year by appearing on my third episode of the AVNation EdTech podcast.  In this month's episode, Tim, Ernie, Greg and I discussed a new Epson sub-$400 projector, mobile apps that are useful for AV professionals, who should own the campus mass notification system, our approaches to handling the BYOD trend in our classrooms, and does virtual reality have a place in the AV world.

AVNation EdTech podcast: Episode 32 (Dec 2014)

Tim, Greg and Ernie were nice enough to invite me to be on my second episode of the AVNation EdTech podcast.  We discussed Harvard photographing students to study attendance, Sony's newest 4K projector, mass notification systems, the internet of things increasing, and InfoComm's APEx program.  Make sure to tune into the January episode, since I'll be joining the guys again for more nerdy AV talk.

AVNation EdTech podcast: Episode 31 (Nov 2014)

I made my podcasting debut in this episode of AVNation's EdTech podcast.  We discussed Crestron's DMPS processor upgrades, Panasonic's new ultra short throw projector lens, Crestron's RoomView Connected (aka Crestron Connected) feature and SIMPL module, AMX's JITC certification, and other exciting topics in the world of higher ed AV.  I must have said something right, because the EdTech guys said they'll have me back for the December episode.