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Higher Ed AV Podcast with Joe Way
by Joe Way
Podcast dedicated to building the AV/IT tech manager community in higher education through discussions on classroom technology and audiovisual support.
Episodes
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366: Live from the HETMA Roadshow at the University at Buffalo - Part 4
Live from the HETMA Roadshow at the University at Buffalo Part 4 Higher Ed AV Podcast Live from the HETMA Roadshow at the University at Buffalo Part 4 Higher Ed AV Podcast The HETMA Roadshow at the University at Buffalo may have officially been a three-part series, but there was too much good...
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365: Live from the HETMA Roadshow at the University at Buffalo - Part 3
Live from the HETMA Roadshow at the University at Buffalo Part 3 Higher Ed AV Podcast The HETMA Roadshow at the University at Buffalo wraps up with Part Three of this special Higher Ed AV Podcast series, bringing together even more voices from across the higher education technology community. As...
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364: Live from the HETMA Roadshow at the University at Buffalo - Part 2
Live from the HETMA Roadshow at the University at Buffalo Part 2 Higher Ed AV Podcast The HETMA Roadshow at the University at Buffalo continues in Part Two of this special Higher Ed AV Podcast series, with more conversations from the show floor about the technology, partnerships, and people…
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363: Live from the HETMA Roadshow at the University at Buffalo - Part 1
Live from the HETMA Roadshow at the University at Buffalo Part 1 Higher Ed AV Podcast The HETMA Roadshow rolls into the University at Buffalo for a special live edition of the Higher Ed AV Podcast. In Part One of this three-part series, Joe Way captures the energy of the event as attendees, HETMA...
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362: Practical AI for AV with Dan Litvin
Higher Ed AV Podcast Episode 362 Practical AI for AV with Dan Litvin AI may be the biggest buzzword in technology, but what does it actually mean for audiovisual professionals and the spaces they support? In this episode of the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way welcomes Dan Litvin, co-founder and...
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361: The AV Life Crossover Episode with Nancy Blanchard
Higher Ed AV Podcast with Joe Way Episode 361 The AV Life Crossover Episode with Nancy Blanchard What happens when the scheduled host does not show up? Joe Way and Nancy Blanchard take over the show, turn it into an unexpected crossover episode, and have the kind of honest AV conversation that...
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360: Release Announcement: "Producing Leaders: 9 Principles for Developing High-Performing Teams"
After taking his now-usual post-InfoComm break, Joe Way returns to the Higher Ed AV Podcast with a major announcement... His second book, "Producing Leaders: 9 Principles for Developing High-Performing Teams," is on the way. In this solo episode, Joe explains why the hardest part of leading an AV...
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359: Building on Ashes with Tim Albright
In this episode of the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way welcomes longtime friend, industry leader, AVNation President, and now author Tim Albright for a deeply honest conversation about failure, resilience, and what it takes to build again. Tim’s new book, Building on Ashes, is not a technology…
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358: #InfoComm26 Preview Episode
InfoComm 2026 is here, and there is more happening for the higher education technology community than ever before. In this special live episode of the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way joins the HETMA community to break down the events, conversations, networking opportunities, education sessions, and...
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357: Live from the HETMA Roadshow in Mechelen, Belgium
In this special live episode from the HETMA Roadshow in Mechelen, Belgium, Joe Way wraps up HETMA’s first European Roadshow with conversations from the show floor at Thomas More University of Applied Sciences. The episode captures the energy, lessons, and excitement of a milestone event that...
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356: Pre-#InfoComm26 No Context Flash Pitches
This week on the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way tries something brand new: the first-ever No Context Flash Pitch. The concept is simple, chaotic, and exactly what makes the higher ed AV community so special. Guests jump on live, get two minutes, and can pitch anything they want. A product. A…
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355: AVIXA CEO, David Labuskes, Kicks Off the Road to #InfoComm26
Overview In this annual InfoComm preview episode, Joe Way welcomes back David Labuskes, CEO of AVIXA, for what may be Dave’s final Higher Ed AV Podcast appearance before his retirement at the end of the year. Together, they discuss why InfoComm is more than a trade show, how end users and higher...
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354: Special Episode: Shure Webinar: "Trusted by Professionals; Engineered for Everyone"
In this special Higher Ed AV Podcast live stream, Joe Way is joined by Shure’s Yuri and Ryan for an in-depth look at the new SLXD+ wireless platform and what it means for higher education AV teams. Broadcasting with HETMA and packed with live audience questions, this episode explores how Shure…
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353: From Grassroots to Gravity with BC Hatchett
353: From Grassroots to Gravity with BC Hatchett Higher Ed AV Podcast with Joe Way In episode two of this six-part series, Joe Way welcomes back HETMA cofounder BC Hatchett for an honest conversation about what happens when a grassroots movement grows into something much bigger. What started as a...
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352: From Setback to Social Strategy with Raul Cabrera
In this episode of the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way launches the first installment of a six-part series focused on failure, reinvention, leadership, and personal brand building. Joined by longtime friend Raul Cabrera, president of Miguel Studios in Fort Worth, Texas, Joe goes back to his early...
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351: Prepared Buyers Make Better Partnerships
Joe explains that being a qualified buyer is not about exclusivity or being part of a large, well-funded institution. It is about being educated, having a clear understanding of the problem you are trying to solve, knowing your deliverables, and entering conversations with enough clarity to help...
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350: Awards Nominations Pro-Tips
Since Higher Ed AV Awards nominations are now open (https://HigherEdAVAwards.com), Joe uses this episode to pull back the curtain on what actually makes an award nomination stand out. Drawing from his unique experience as a nominee, winner, judge, and awards organizer, he explains why strong...
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349: Live from Enterprise Connect 2026
This special double episode of the podcast brings you straight to Enterprise Connect 2026 in two parts. First, Joe goes live from the show floor, walking the event, taking in the energy of the conference, and sharing real-time conversations and insights from one of the industry’s biggest and best...
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348: Live from Sony AV Tech Expo San Diego | Higher Ed AV Podcast
In this interestingly off-the-wall and completely impromptu episode of the Higher Ed AV livestream, Joe goes live from the Sony AV Tech Expo in San Diego, bringing viewers along for a spontaneous walk through the show floor. With his signature energy and curiosity, he dives into the action in…
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347: HETMA Virtual Conference Preview Episode
In this short solo episode, Joe Way gives less of a preview and rather a reminder to log in for the HETMA Virtual Conference, emphasizing that it is free, easy to access, and built to fit into a normal work week. He explains that all you need to do is create a free account on the HETMA community...
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346: Best of #ISE2026 Live from the HETMA Booth
Integrated Systems Europe was bigger and better than ever before. Listen as Joe and the HETMA team break down the Best of #ISE2026!
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345: Live from ISE and EdTech Congress 2026 Show Floors
HETMA hosted two simultaneous booths at #ISE2026 and the #EdTech2026 Congress in Barcelona. Joe and crew stream and record between the shows. Watch and listen to what will be one of the most entertaining shows yet!
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344: Live from ISE 2026
Joe is live from the HETMA Booth on day 1 of ISE 2026!
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343: Mike Blackman, Managing Director, Integrated Systems Europe (ISE)
Higher Ed AV Podcast Episode 343 Joe Way caps off his ISE preview series with one of his annual favorite conversations, welcoming back Mike Blackman, Managing Director of Integrated Systems Events, the organizers of Integrated Systems Europe. Mike shares why ISE 2026 is on track to be the biggest...
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342: Special Episode: #VoteForChi - Chi Hang Lo, AVNation Readers' Choice Awards 2025
It's an annual tradition, the AVNation "Best of" Awards, and Chi Hang Lo is up for AV Professional of the Year, along with UCLA's Classroom Modernization Pilot, and HETMA for Best Technical Support! Take a listen as Joe Way sits down with Chi to discuss this honor and why you should #VoteForChi....
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341: ISE 2026 Preview Episode with the HETMA and Higher Ed AV Crew
Higher Ed AV Podcast Episode 341 Joe Way welcomes a packed house of HETMA leaders and volunteers to keep the pre-ISE 2026 hype rolling—this time with a full crew heading to Barcelona and a bigger presence than ever: two booths, expanded media coverage, and a brand-new stop on the itinerary, the...
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340: Special Episode: Unlock XTEN-AV: What's New, What's Next
Higher Ed AV Podcast Episode 340 In this special episode, Joe Way is joined by Sahil Dhingra, Cofounder & CEO of XTEN-AV, and Chris Dechter, University of Wyoming and AV SuperFriends, for a practical, higher ed focused walk-through of how teams are using XTEN-AV to design, document, standardize,...
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339: Alicia Berlanga, Cluster Manager, EdTech Congress Barcelona
This week, Joe Way kicks off another “January Push for ISE” episode with a big announcement: a brand-new education-focused collaboration happening alongside ISE 2026, EdTech Congress Barcelona (Feb 4–5). Joined by Alicia Berlanga, Cluster Manager for the Spanish EdTech Cluster, the conversation...
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338: Byron Tarry, NEXXT Chief Transformation Officer, eXplore ISE '26 Barcelona
Epsiode 338 Byron Tarry, NEXXT NEXXT eXplore ISE '26 Joe Way kicks off the pre-ISE preview series (and debuts a new AI-made bumper) with Byron Tarry, Chief Transformation Officer of NEXXT, the industry initiative focused on AI-era transformation in pro-AV. Together they unpack why AI isn’t “a…
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337: The Long-Awaited Special Guest Episode
Higher Ed AV Podcast Episode 337 The Long-Awaited Special Guest Episode In this special episode of the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe welcomes a long-awaited guest, his wife, Amy, for a candid, hilarious conversation that pulls back the curtain on their life behind the scenes. Together, they reflect…
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336: Christmas Special
Joe Way returns to his “annual Christmas episode” roots with a personal reflection recorded during Christmas week. Using Isaiah 9:6 as the backbone, Joe walks through the four names—Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace—and connects them to a transformational year…
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335: Joe Way's Higher Ed AV Thanksgiving Episode
Higher Ed AV Podcast 335: Joe Way's Thanksgiving Episode In this special solo Thanksgiving episode of the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way steps “back to the roots” of the show with a reflective, unscripted gratitude list and a peek at what’s coming next. He explains recent changes to the podcast...
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334: Peter Murphy Lewis, CEO, Fractional CMO, Strategic Pete
This week on the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way welcomes Peter Murphy Lewis, CEO and Fractional CMO of Strategic Pete, to the show. They discuss his role, evolving from teaching and to personal branding. Learn how to discover who your are, how to make true personal connection with others, and use...
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333: Matt Bolton, AV Design Engineer, University of Nebraska
This week on the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way welcomes Matt Bolton, AV Design Engineer at the University of Nebraska, to the show. They discuss his role and career trajectory, and navigating across a university system, designing with intentionality, and working with external teams. Oh, and some...
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332: David Morales, CIO and SVP of Technology, Western Governors University
This week on the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way welcomes David Morales, CIO and SVP of Technology at Western Governors University, to the show. They discuss his role overseeing a global technology solution for an expansive online university. David offers advice on how to get the most from your...
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331: Leom Holley, Assistant CIO, Infrastructure Services, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)
This week on the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way welcomes Leom Holley, Assistant Chief Information Officer (ACIO) of Infrastructure Services at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), to the show. They discuss Leom's role, how to manage a large enterprise organization, creating the...
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330: Stephanie Orr, Director, Learning and Collaborative Environments, The Ohio State University
This week on the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way welcomes Stephanie Orr, Director, Learning and Collaborative Environments, at The Ohio State University, to the show. They discuss her role overseeing space strategy, design, and the AVS group. Stephanie discusses gaining consensus through...
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329: Matt O'Reilly, Manager, Events and Classroom Experience, University of Toronto Mississauga
This week on the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way welcomes Matt O'Reilly, Manager, Events and Classroom Technology, at the University of Toronto Mississauga, to the show. They discuss Matt's role and career trajectory, the differences in commerical integration and live events, the AVIXA…
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328: Marc Cholewczynski, Associate Director of Academic Technology at Oregon State University
This week on the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way welcomes Marc Cholewczynski, Associate Director of Academic Technology at Oregon State University, to the show. They discuss Marc's role, career at OSU, and the value in being able to work across your org. They also touch on the direction of AV, both...
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327: Daniel Wray, AV Field Tech, University of Virginia
This week on the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way welcomes Daniel Wray, AV Field Tech at the University of Virginia to the show. He discusses his career trajectory, how he moved from a music background into commercial AV, and the power of community. Oh, and maybe there's some breakdancing involved?...
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326: Lex Evans, Account Manager, Corporate AV & Live Events, Epiphan Video
This week on the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way welcomes Lex Evans, Account Manager, Corporate AV & Live Events at Epiphan Video to duscuss her new role and journey through higher ed. Lex offers insights on how her nine years working in the higher ed vertical helped her take the next step into the...
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325: Tim Neviska, Senior Audiovisual Solutions Manager, Kenyon College
This week on the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way welcomes Tim Neviska, Senior Audiovisual Solutions Manager at Kenyon College. They discuss Tim's career trajectory, daily role, differences in running events and commercial integration, and changes in the industry. Also, we talk the county fair and...
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324: Replay Ep30 - Takeover Announcement on the HETMA Launch
This week on the Higher Ed AV Podcast, we are presenting a replay of Episode 30 from March 12, 2019. Chris Neto and Mark Coxon takeover the show where Joe Way and BC Hatchett announce the launch of HETMA. Check out their early vision and compare to how the organization has taken off in only six...
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323: ICYMI: HETMA Press Conference - #RoadTo10K Announcement
This week on the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way replays the HETMA Press Conference annoucning the #RoadTo10K initiative. On Tuesday, July 1, 2025, Erin Maher-Moran, Troy Powers, Joe Way, and BC Hatchett introduced the most life-changing and ambitious goal in the history of HETMA, aimed at...
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322: Chris Kelly, Creighton University
This week on the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way welcomes Chris Kelly, Senior IT Support Specialist to the show. They discuss his move into higher education, the value in goin "all-in" when getting involved, and the future of HETMA and the advisory council. Watch and listen! Connect with Chris…
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321: CableEZ at InfoComm 2025: Live from the HETMA Booth
In this InfoComm 2025 spotlight, we meet Jeff VandeHoef and Jeremy Meyer from CableEZ, whose deceptively simple hardware is solving a frustrating and costly AV problem: disappearing or damaged cables. Born out of classroom experience, CableEZ offers customizable, wall-mounted solutions that lock...
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320: Inogeni at InfoComm 2025: Live after the HETMA Booth
In this InfoComm 2025 follow-up, BC Hatchett sits down with Jeff Meyer of Inogeni to unpack what the Canadian AV engineering firm showcased this year — and why it matters for higher ed. Jeff walks us through the launch of the IP2USB converter for NDI camera integration, the new TOGGLE DOCK for...
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319: Atlona not at InfoComm 2025: Live after the HETMA Booth
In this post-InfoComm 2025 conversation, Ryan catches up with Steve Bogart from Atlona, who shares what the company rolled out during the show season — even though he missed the booth due to an unfortunate fishing accident. Steve walks us through Atlona’s new USB/HDMI transmitter switcher, a...
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318: Korbyt at InfoComm 2025: Live from the HETMA Booth
At InfoComm 2025, HETMA’s BC Hatchett sat down with Kaleo Lee and Sophia Negyesi from Korbyt to explore how the company is moving beyond traditional digital signage and toward a full-fledged communication platform. While BC’s mic was faint in the recording, the conversation still captured strong...
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317: Huddly at InfoComm 2025: Live After the HETMA Booth
In the constant buzz of InfoComm 2025, some booths felt like product launch parties. Others felt like technical deep dives. But the Huddly booth? That felt like a conversation — about flexibility, AI, and how hybrid learning is (still) reshaping what we ask from cameras in higher education…
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Podcast dedicated to building the AV/IT tech manager community in higher education through discussions on classroom technology and audiovisual support.
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