Best Futuretech Podcasts (2025)

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FutureTech Featuring Elation - Vintage Vibes, Modern Tech: SŌl I Blinders & Nathaniel Rateliff Tour 7:39

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Chris and Lacy dive into the soulful stage design of Nathaniel Rateliff & the Night Sweats’ South of Here Tour. Explore how Jeremy Roth’s use of Elation’s SŌl I Blinders fused retro flair and cutting-edge tech for maximum emotional impact. Plus, get the rundown on the SŌl I Blinder’s features.

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#323 - Sharon Lee - Respect and Kindness in the Touring Industry - LEADING LADIES PODCAST 1:39:51

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Sharon Lee is the founder and President of High Road Inc., an entertainment logistics company based in Franklin, Tennessee, providing tour trucking and transportation services across the U.S. and Canada. With over 20 years of experience in freight, logistics, and live events, Sharon is recognized as a trusted leader in the touring industry—renowned…

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E179: Beyond Anonymization: Why Traditional Privacy Isn't Enough for AI Healthcare 30:20

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In this eye-opening episode, we sit down with Julia Komissarchik, CEO and Co-Founder of Glendor Inc., to explore the rapidly evolving intersection of AI in healthcare, medical data privacy, and patient data protection. With AI transforming clinical decision-making, diagnostics, and health research, traditional privacy approaches like de-identificat…

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#322 - Chance Stahlhut - Navigating the Future of Live Events 1:41:01

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Chance Stahlhut is the Chief Operating Officer of Concert Stuff Group, where he leads a growing family of specialized production and logistics companies serving the live entertainment industry. With a 25+ year career that began in punk clubs and international tours, Chance has held senior leadership roles at Clair Global, VER, PRG, and Go West Crea…

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E178: Navigating Reliability in Modern Molecular Research with AI 27:54

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Can AI truly revolutionize molecular biology if it’s built on unreliable data? In this game-changing episode, we speak with Dr. Jonathon O'Brien, founder and CEO of Golgi, about one of the most critical—and often overlooked—issues in biomedical AI: data reliability. With a background in biostatistics, proteomics, and machine learning, Dr. O’Brien s…

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#321 - Corey Easterbrook - The Power of Interconnected Business Relationships 1:45:38

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Corey Easterbrook is the co-owner of HotHouse Music & Production, a Fort Myers–based company specializing in live audio, video, and lighting. With over 25 years in the industry, Corey brings a concert-level approach to corporate events, conferences, and private productions across North America. Known for his creative lighting designs and high produ…

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E177 | Maximising Healthcare Value with Real World Data 28:40

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In this episode, we delve into the transformative power of real-world data (RWD) in modern healthcare. Our guest, Ted Sweetser, Vice President of Strategic Advertising and Partnerships at PurpleLab, shares expert insights on how real-world data is driving innovation in patient outcomes, market access, and public health strategy. From electronic hea…

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#320 - Rachael Bronstein - Navigating Finances in the Music Industry 1:08:20

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Rachael Bronstein is the founder of Life’s Jam, a financial coaching practice focused on supporting the live music industry's behind-the-scenes pros. With 20+ years in finance and operations and a deep love for touring life she helps crews, freelancers, and festivals create money systems that reduce stress and build confidence. Rachael works with M…

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Understanding Container Reproducibility Challenges: Stopping the Next Solar Winds 25:10

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Container images are increasingly being used as the main method for software deployment, so ensuring the reproducibility of container images is becoming a critical step in protecting the software supply chain. In practice, however, builds are often not reproducible due to elements of the build environment that rely on nondeterministic factors such …

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#319 - Rod "Red" Gibson - Evolution of the Event Industry 1:55:53

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Vice President, Rentals – Christie Lites With over four decades in the lighting industry, Rod has built a career defined by hands-on experience, leadership, and deep knowledge across every facet of entertainment lighting. Starting out on the Western Canadian club circuit, Rod moved into touring and corporate work with Westsun and RA Roth, gaining i…

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E176 | FDA Guidance on AI in Drug Development & Orphan Drug Development 32:29

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In this episode, former FDA leader and current SVP of Regulatory and Quality at Ariana Data Intelligence, Dr. Frederico Goodsaid, shares cutting-edge insights on how artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the landscape of drug discovery and development — particularly in the treatment of rare and orphan diseases. From breaking down the FDA's new …

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#318 - Jake Berry - Behind the Scenes of Ozzy Osbourne's Final Show 1:20:31

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On this special episode of Geezers of Gear, we have invited the legendary Jake Berry to reflect on his incredible experience managing Ozzy Osbourne’s final show, Back to the Beginning. Held in Birmingham, England, the emotional farewell brought together a massive lineup of rock and metal heavyweights, including Metallica, Guns N' Roses, Tool, and S…

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#317 - Roy Bickel - Legendary Rigger, Performer, and Industry Pioneer 1:45:57

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With a career spanning over 60 years, Roy “Bickel” is a living legend in the world of live entertainment. From his early days as a professional water skier in 1960s Florida to flying through the air as a human cannonball in the circus, Roy’s path has been anything but ordinary. In 1969, he transitioned from circus tents to concert tours, launching …

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E175 | Technology and Human Evolution 34:53

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Why empathy, ethics, and education must remain central to AI adoption Predictions for the next 500 years of human-AI co-evolution This conversation blends AI philosophy, tech strategy, and personal productivity in a way that will challenge your assumptions and give you actionable ideas to stay relevant in the AI-pIn this eye-opening episode, we’re …

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FutureTech Featuring Elation - lighting the way forward 7:17

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Elation’s revamped digital presence and renewed values are setting new standards in entertainment lighting. This episode explores their IT modernization, commitment to innovation, and the evolving experience for creators and end-users alike.

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E174 | How AI is Transforming Regulatory Submission and Medical Writing in Biopharma 27:26

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In this powerful episode, we dive deep into how artificial intelligence (AI) and automation are transforming regulatory submissions and medical writing in the biopharmaceutical industry. Our guest, Tim Martin, Vice President of Product at Yseop, shares expert insights on how AI-driven tools are revolutionising workflows, cutting document creation t…

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Mitigating Cyber Risk with Secure by Design 32:29

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Software enables our way of life, but market forces have sidelined security concerns leaving systems vulnerable to attack. Fixing this problem will require the software industry to develop an initial standard for creating software that is secure by design. These are the findings of a recently released paper coauthored by Greg Touhill, director of t…

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#316 - Nils Thorjussen - The Future of Drone Shows: Safety and Innovation 1:23:17

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Nils Thorjussen – Executive Chairman, Verge Aero Nils is a pioneering entrepreneur and technology executive with over three decades of experience shaping the entertainment technology landscape. Now as Executive Chairman of Verge Aero, he’s leading the way in drone show technology, making drone entertainment smarter, safer, and more spectacular. He …

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E173 | How AI is Changing/Revolutionizing Drug Discovery 44:03

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In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Marschall Runge - CEO of Michigan Medicine and Dean of the University of Michigan Medical School - to explore how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the entire landscape of drug discovery, clinical trial design, and precision medicine. With deep insights from decades of leadership across biotechnology…

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Geezers Of Gear - FutureTech Featuring ETC - Stage In Focus 7:40

2M ago7:40

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Chris and Lacy explore ETC’s groundbreaking RigPOV camera accessory and how it’s transforming stage management, lighting design, and safety. Discover how live video streaming, fixture innovation, and accessible technology are reshaping venues from theatres to film sets.

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E172 | The problems that modern AI methods have with patient populations in oncology and neuroscience 29:10

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This powerful episode dives into one of the most urgent issues in modern healthcare; how current AI systems in clinical trials are missing the mark for diverse and underrepresented patient populations, especially in oncology and neurology. Guest Dr. Joseph Geraci, mathematician, quantum machine learning scientist, and inventor of Netramark, breaks …

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#315 - Sarah Birnie - Navigating Mental Health on Tour - LEADING LADIES 51:43

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In this episode of the Leading Ladies podcast, Sarah discusses her experiences on tour, focusing on mental health, the challenges of catering, and the importance of team dynamics. She shares personal stories of stress and breakdowns, emphasizing the need for support and organization within the touring environment. The conversation highlights the si…

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#314 - Patrick Dierson - From Science Fiction to Reality: Stealth Innovations 2:02:53

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Patrick Dierson is the president of The Activity, a production design firm behind massive shows for artists like Shakira, Drake, and Jay-Z, plus events for FIFA, iHeartRadio, and even the White House. With 30+ years in the business, he’s known for his no-BS approach, sharp design eye, and ability to make any rig—big or small—look like a spectacle. …

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#313 - Jordan Goodfellow - Navigating the World of Live Production 2:07:02

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Jordan Goodfellow is the CEO of GigRent and founder of The Rare Experience, with over 20 years of experience in technical direction, video engineering, and live event production. Known for his problem-solving mindset and hands-on leadership, Jordan built GigRent into a go-to AV subrental partner for high-stakes corporate and entertainment events ac…

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Geezers Of Gear - FutureTech Featuring ETC's Prodigy Balance 7:07

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Rigging Reinvented This episode explores how ETC’s Prodigy Balance is transforming stage rigging. Chris and Lacy dive into its innovative safety features, modular design, and the impact on backstage workflows.

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E171 | Leveraging AI to Detect Mental States and Prevent Catastrophic Events in Mental Health 32:01

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Leveraging AI to detect mental states and prevent catastrophic events in mental health This episode dives into a revolutionary advancement in AI-powered mental health technology. Francois Gand, founder and CEO of Nuro, introduces Mentis - a non-invasive neurotechnology platform capable of detecting, tracking, and predicting mental states in real ti…

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Geezers Of Gear FutureTech - Elation REBEL Profile Unleashed 6:49

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Dive into the bold new Elation REBEL Profile, a compact, IP65-rated powerhouse reshaping professional lighting for both indoor and outdoor events. On this episode of FutureTech, Chris and Lacy break down its innovative features, rugged design, and why it’s quickly becoming the go-to fixture for creative lighting professionals. https://www.youtube.c…

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The Magic in the Middle: Evolving Scaled Software Solutions for National Defense 21:25

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A January 2025 Defense Innovation Board study on scaling nontraditional defense innovation stated, “We must act swiftly to ensure the DoD leads in global innovation and competition over AI and autonomous systems – and is a trendsetter for their responsible use in modern warfare." In this podcast from the Carnegie Mellon University Software Engineer…

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E170 | Leveraging AI for patient finding and knowledge generation for rare diseases 30:13

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In this expert-led episode, Christopher Rudolf, CEO of Volv Global, unpacks how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing rare disease detection and knowledge generation. With over 30 years in data science and medical informatics, he shares how machine learning is being used to solve two of the biggest challenges in rare disease: finding undiagnos…

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E169 | Scaling Life-Saving AI Through Synthetic Imaging 29:36

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This episode dives deep into how synthetic medical imaging is revolutionizing the development of AI in healthcare. Rayan Sadri, founder and CEO of Carez AI, explains how his team uses diffusion models and GANs to create fully anonymized, regulator-friendly datasets that dramatically accelerate the development of diagnostic tools - even for rare con…

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Making Process Respectable Again: Advancing DevSecOps in the DoD Mission Space 44:26

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Warfighters in the Department of Defense (DoD) operate in high-stakes environments where security, efficiency, and speed are critical. In such environments DevSecOps has become crucial in the drive toward modernization and overall mission success. A recent study led by researchers at the Carnegie Mellon University Software Engineering Institute (SE…

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E168 | Copyright Implications of Employee AI Use 26:17

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In this essential episode, we dive deep into the evolving intersection of AI in the workplace and copyright law with expert guest Lauren McLeod Tulloch, Vice President and Managing Director at the Copyright Clearance Center. As businesses increasingly adopt generative AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and other LLMs, the legal and compliance landscape…

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Deploying on the Edge 1:01:02

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Deploying cloud-centric technologies such as Kubernetes in edge environments poses challenges, especially for mission-critical defense systems. In this podcast from the Carnegie Mellon University Software Engineering Institute (SEI), Patrick Earl, Doug Reynolds, and Jeffrey Hamed, all DevOps engineers in the SEI's Software Solutions Division, sit d…

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E167 | The most advanced AI for legal and compliance 34:30

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In this eye-opening episode, we explore how cutting-edge AI is revolutionizing the legal and compliance industry, particularly for contract lifecycle management, litigation preparation, and regulatory compliance. Our guest is Jaegar Glucina, Chief of Staff at Luminance—an AI-powered legal software platform trusted by over 700 organizations worldwid…

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#312 - Scott Fisher - Pirate ships, automation systems, construction, collaboration and experiences 1:32:37

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Scott is the founder and former CEO of Fisher Technical Services (FTSI), where he developed the industry-changing Navigator control system for live entertainment and film automation. After merging FTSI with Tait, Scott shifted focus to motion control and stunt rigging for major feature films. With decades of experience across touring, themed attrac…

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FutureTech - ETC SiteLink - Always-On Monitoring: The Future of Lighting and Rigging Control 7:19

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Explore the revolutionary ETC SiteLink, a cloud-based monitoring solution offering real-time access to lighting and rigging systems worldwide. Hosts Chris and Lacy dive into its features, customization options, and impact on the entertainment industry.

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E166 | AI and AR to help surgeons achieve better patient outcomes 29:40

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In this episode, discover how AI (artificial intelligence) and AR (augmented reality) are transforming neurosurgery, surgical training, and the entire operating room experience. Vladimir Verbulskii, CEO of Argus AI, shares how their cutting-edge technology is enabling surgeons to see inside the human body with unmatched clarity, boosting precision,…

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#311 - Gregg Brunclik - Navigating Retirement: A Personal Journey 1:25:07

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Greg is the Founder and Chairman of Clearwing Productions, Inc., a leading live event production company he established in 1985. With over 40 years in the industry, Greg has built Clearwing into a trusted provider of full-service production support—including audio, lighting, staging, video, and backline services—for events of all sizes. From intima…

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E165 | AI & Wearable Data in Pharma: How real-time biometric insights can enhance patient monitoring and early intervention 34:27

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In this cutting-edge episode of the podcast, we explore the powerful intersection of artificial intelligence (AI), wearable technology, and the pharmaceutical industry. Our special guest, Marco Benitez, CEO and co-founder of Rook AI, shares how real-time biometric data from wearables like Apple Watch, Dexcom, and Oura Ring is revolutionizing clinic…

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The Best and Brightest: 6 Years of Supporting the President’s Cup Cybersecurity Competition 21:40

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A strong cyber defense is vital to public- and private-sector activities in the United States. In 2019, in response to an executive order to strengthen America’s cybersecurity workforce, the Department of Homeland Security’s Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) partnered with the SEI to develop and run the President’s Cup Cyberse…

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#310 - Benoit Richard - Life Choices: Balancing Career and Family 2:31:58

4M ago2:31:58

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Lighting legend Benoit Richard returns for a long-overdue follow-up to his original appearance on Geezers of Gear, recorded just before the pandemic changed the world. In this episode, Benoit dives into how his career evolved since 2020, shifting further into motion picture and television work while continuing to apply his concert touring experienc…

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E164 | AI for automating clinical trial processes and optimizing clinical trial design - that excels even with rare condition trials 29:10

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In this must-listen episode of AI for Business Growth, host Dr. Andre Bates is joined by Damond Rasheed, Executive Director at Opyl (makers of Trial Key, an AI SaaS platform for clinical trial design). Together, they unpack how artificial intelligence is transforming rare disease clinical trials, solving real-world bottlenecks in patient recruitmen…

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Elation - Lighting Breakthroughs for Theaters and Events 10:31

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This episode highlights how Elation's cutting-edge technologies, including the KL CORE IP and KL PROFILE FC, are revolutionizing outdoor events, historic theaters like Stefan Żeromski Theater and Dakota Theater, and multi-functional venues like Nova Broadcasting Group. Chris and Lacy share personal experiences, showing how LED advancements enhance …

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#309 - Chris “Smoother” Smyth - Navigating the Music Industry: Insights from Smoother 1:47:03

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Founder & CFO, Delicate Productions Chris “Smoother” Smyth is the founder and CFO of Delicate Productions, with over 45 years in live event production. His career began in the early ’70s with a spontaneous leap onto a U.S. tour, eventually working with artists like Genesis, Leo Sayer, Patti Smith, and Kiss. A pivotal tour with Supertramp led to the…