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AV SuperFriends

AV SuperFriends

By: AV SuperFriends
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 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.
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  • AV SuperFriends: Off the Rails - Somebody has to touch it at some point

    AV SuperFriends: Off the Rails - Somebody has to touch it at some point
    Aug 25 2025
    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: https://www.theverge.com/news/757194/aol-dial-up-is-dead https://help.aol.com/articles/dial-up-internet-to-be-discontinued 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: 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
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    1 hr and 19 mins
  • AV SuperFriends: Off the Rails - This incomplete room brought to you by

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

    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:

    • https://www.edsurge.com/news/2025-08-06-how-sci-fi-taught-me-to-embrace-ai-in-my-classroom

    • https://www.zerogpt.com

    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: 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
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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • AV SuperFriends: On Topic - The statute of limitations has run out, right?

    AV SuperFriends: On Topic - The statute of limitations has run out, right?
    Aug 1 2025

    Recorded July 11, 2025

    In this episode, the goon squad discusses testing AV equipment and the often murky waters of bench testing. Join Chris, Jamie, Larry, and Justin as they share their experiences, opinions, and a few laughs about the realities of ensuring gear works as intended before it hits the field.

    The discussion kicks off with a humorous take on the common practice of just throwing gear into new environments without thorough testing. The panelists debate the balance between best practices and the chaotic nature of real-world installations, exploring how much testing is truly necessary and what constitutes effective bench testing. With anecdotes from their own experiences, they explore the risks and rewards of deploying untested gear in high-stakes situations.

    Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, this episode is packed with semi-useful advice.

    Don't forget to connect with us on social media and share this episode with your fellow AV enthusiasts!

    Alternate show titles:

    • What if it’s an AI camera?

    • We took most of the cubes out

    • The biggest non-verbal hedge I’ve ever heard

    • Our projects are bench tests

    • We do bench testing randomly

    • This is not gonna work

    • It works until it doesn’t

    • It started blowing up buildings

    • I got a spare widget that I know works

    • We were doing some weird sh*t

    • I’m just jacking around

    • Maybe Jesus doesn’t like your network

    • I trust you nerds most of the time

    • Our testing begins during the semester

    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: 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
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    45 mins
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