OFFICE HOURS 21 | Audion Staff recap the year, put us behind the scenes

This episode is a year-end recap with the Audion team—reflecting on growth, challenges, wins, and what it takes to deliver complex productions at scale. Ben and Trae talk with Steve, Brown and Nate and they recap the year and reflect on their big wins and best moments of 2025We talk about:Building efficient systems that actually support creativityWhy production culture matters just as much as gearLessons learned from high-pressure live eventsHow AI is changing the way we learn and createWhat we’re excited about heading into 2026If you’re involved in live events, broadcasting, or creative production, this conversation offers an honest look behind the scenes.Chapters00:00 – Welcome & Holiday Chaos02:20 – The End-of-Year Reflection Begins03:20 – Learning New Tech & The Role of AI05:45 – Big Challenges That Paid Off10:00 – Brown's First Year at Audion & Client Relationships14:30 – A High-Pressure Client Case Study20:45 – Trust, Repeat Clients & Seamless Execution24:00 – The Client Holiday Party & Community27:45 – Gratitude & Team Appreciation