318: Happy 4th

Show 318: Thinking Out Loud With Friends Of SoundBroker Zoomcast in furthering our get together with our friends this week we will BS our way through the time allotted. The meeting covered a wide range of informal and technical topics, beginning with a discussion on technical issues regarding video filters and audio setups. Jan shared that their podcast had achieved 5,627 downloads globally, with Japan being the largest market, representing 32% of the listenership. The conversation then shifted to music and technical production, where attendees praised the exceptional talent and complex arrangements of musician Jacob Collier, and noted that artist Gary Newman had recently performed a local concert. Additionally, the group discussed outdoor encounters, including stories about dealing with invasive pythons and alligators in Florida, as well as general travel content on platforms like YouTube.On the professional and operational front, attendees discussed venue challenges, specifically focusing on how grounding a fly system cage successfully resolved electromagnetic interference issues at a particular location. Cybersecurity and digital privacy were also highlighted, with Gregory Baker recommending a data removal and call-screening service called Cloaked, which Jan confirmed had successfully reduced their spam calls. Looking ahead, the group planned for upcoming show episodes, noting that Robert Scoville is scheduled to appear on July 22nd to discuss EAW and immersive audio. Jan also noted plans to invite several other guests, including Tom Durr, Matt Anderson, Stage Tech, Sylvia Massey, and Jeff Rosen.---DM To BS with on the panel to ask your questions and tell your tales:Join Jan Landy and his knowledgeable, affable panel of friends and colleagues for a no-filter discussion on life. Our ZoomCast isn’t just a fountain of industry knowledge; it’s also an opportunity to laugh. Think of it as therapy, but with more jokes and fewer couches. Stay updated on life and world events, share your thoughts, and enjoy multiple good chuckles along the way. -JOIN US LIVE EVERY WEDNESDAY:- 4:45 PM Pacific (UTC-7) / 7:45 PM EasternHow to Assist:Offer your support by giving us a Like, opinions in the comments on Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube and remember to share the show with your industry friends.