Best Jason Knott Podcasts (2025)

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mrkd | 06 | Iuri Waitzberg 57:08

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Iuri Wiatzberg is a fineline artist from Brazil who started out studying biology — and somehow, you can still see it in his work. There’s a sense of structure, of quiet observation, of trying to understand life from the inside out. We talked about what it means to market yourself as an artist rather than a celebrity — to build a reputation around c…

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D-Tools Podcast #17: 'What's the Buzz' about ... Finding Labor 29:19

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The labor shortage in the custom electronics industry has become an ongoing dilemma that is hurting integrators’ ability to grow at a more rapid pace. But what should they do? Chris Smith, principal at TheCoTeam, joined the D-Tools “What’s the Buzz” podcast to offer some sage advice for integrators on the burning questions they have about finding, …

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mrkd | 05 | Sam Barber 2:16:04

2M ago2:16:04

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In case you're here just for the gossip, the Tattoo School Conversation starts at 15:40 ;) Sam Barber’s portfolio is a striking blend of lifelike animals, captivating nature scenes, and expressive faces, with hints of horror and surrealism adding an intriguing edge. Known for her awe-inspiring tattoos, she is among the most sought-after tattoo arti…

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D-Tools Podcast #16: 'What's the Buzz' about... Design & Documentation Fees 23:24

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Should you be charging your clients a design fee? It sounds like a good business strategy, but interestingly many integrators do not do it. That topic is the crux of the discussion in the latest D-Tools ‘What’s the Buzz” podcast with guest Josh Christian, CEO of the Home Technology Association (HTA). Christian made the case as to why integrators sh…

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D-Tools Podcast #15: 'What's the Buzz' about... CEDIA Expo 14:28

3M ago14:28

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CEDIA Expo, the largest event serving the residential smart home professional installation industry is just around the corner and the excitement is building as the entire industry heads to Denver from September 4-6. D-Tools is exhibiting under the theme of Ignite Growth, where it will unveil a broad array of game-changing software features for both…

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mrkd | 04 | Gabe Ripley 1:11:02

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Gabe Ripley has been helping businesses like ours navigate the tech world for over 25 years. His unique combination of skills, experience, and tools are crafted for the small (and large) business community. His Mission is To make technology a tool for your success, not a source of your stress. Every business owner deserves technology that actually …

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mrkd | 03 | Jason Butcher 56:10

4M ago56:10

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Jason Butcher, a Limit-less human exploring reality, creator of death romantic tattoos & owner of Immortal Ink Tattoo Studio in Essex, UK, is a true master of his craft. Specializing in black and grey realism, surrealism, and portraits, Jason's pieces are often large scale, making a bold statement on anyone who wears them. Not only is Jason a talen…

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mrkd | 02 | Jamie Lee Knott 1:02:09

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Jamie Lee Knott, a talented tattoo artist based out of Chapters Studio in Birmingham, UK, has made a name for himself in the industry. His focus on Neo Traditional tattooing has garnered him a loyal following and a reputation for stunning work. Unlike many artists who undergo formal training, Jamie taught himself how to tattoo. The turning point in…

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mrkd | 01 | Tanya Buxton 1:12:42

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Tanya began her professional journey as a traditional tattoo artist in 2009, honing her craft across various studios and conventions worldwide. By 2015, she expanded her expertise into Cosmetic and Medical Tattooing, offering specialised treatments for brows, eyeliner, lips, scalp, areola restoration, and scar camouflage. In 2024, Tanya launched a …

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D-Tools Podcast #14: 'What's the Buzz' about... AVPro Edge 21:19

4M ago21:19

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Jeff Murray, CEO Of AVPro Edge, joins the D-Tools “What’s the Buzz” podcast to discuss the recent RTI acquisition and company's commitment to integrators. The Sioux Falls, SD-based company has its original roots in distribution handling products from companies like Atlona, Just Add Power and others. “We learned that the biggest problem in this indu…

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D-Tools Podcast #13: 'What's the Buzz' About... Home Technology Association 29:20

6M ago29:20

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Josh Christian, CEO of the Home Technology Association (HTA), joins the D-Tools ‘What’s the Buzz’ Podcast to discuss how certification helps integrators stand out from the competition with builders, architects and interior designers. He describes the three tiers of membership in the organization and how the HTA’s online Budget Calculator are helpin…

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D-Tools Podcast #12: "What's the Buzz" About... Sonos 28:26

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Not many companies can legitimately claim that they “invented” a product category, but Sonos can. The company created the wireless multiroom audio category way back in 2005. The rest is history, as the old adage goes. Since then, Sonos has diversified and today is the most-recognized consumer audio brand. The company has deftly balanced its direct-…

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D-Tools Podcast #11: 'What's the Buzz' ... about Establishing Operational Processes 24:53

8M ago24:53

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In this episode of the D-Tools “What’s the Buzz” podcast, one of the industry’s leading consultants and a process expert – Jason Sayen of I Am Sayen – discusses the steps that integrators need to take to establish a process-driven business that will result in high efficiency not only when they are onboarding new employees, but during all operations…

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D-Tools Podcast #10: "What's the Buzz" about... Service Plans 22:00

8M ago22:00

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Offering service plans can be crucial to the success of an integration business and move it away from relying solely on project-based income. Many integrators don’t where to start in terms of setting up their service plans. In this episode of the D-Tools “What’s the Buzz” Podcast, Martin Roseman of MC Group discusses the keys to creating and operat…

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D-Tools Podcast #9: 'What's the Buzz' about ... Together For Cinema 19:46

9M ago19:46

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Since 2009, Together For Cinema has installed 51 cinema rooms in the UK at a value of £1.35 million, or $1.9 million. All the products and services are donated. Ian Morrish, Founder and Managing Director of Together For Cinema, joined the D-Tools “What’s the Buzz” podcast to discuss the organization’s origins and achievements, and how suppliers and…

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D-Tools Podcast #8: 'What's the Buzz' about ... Origin Acoustics 32:47

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Marc Fisher, president of Origin Acoustics, pulled back the curtain during the most recent D-Tools “What’s the Buzz” podcast and provided a glimpse into what makes Origin Acoustics so successful. He discusses the company’s unique culture, how it goes about establishing its partnerships, and what new products are coming soon.…

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D-Tools Podcast: 'What's the Buzz' ... about Azione Unlimited 31:09

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It’s far too limiting to consider Azione Unlimited as just a “buying group.” It has evolved to become virtually an arm of its membership, emphasizing the importance of community, trust and shared goals, according to newly named executive director Patrick McCarthy, who joined the D-Tools “What’s the Buzz” podcast recently. In this Thanksgiving editi…

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D-Tools 'What's the Buzz' About... Distribution Services 28:43

1y ago28:43

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Distributors are becoming more vital to the integration industry. Of course, the crux of that importance is primarily related to their ability to provide integrators with the products they need for their projects, but it stretches well beyond that. Distributors have truly become partners with integrators. Blackwire Designs is a great example of a d…

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D-Tools 'What's the Buzz' About... 2025 Market Outlook 8:49

1y ago8:49

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It’s autumn and the leaves on the trees are beginning to turn vibrant colors and blanket the ground. That means it’s time for the integration market to assess 2024 and start to look ahead to 2025. There is still uncertainty in the economic climate, but the consensus among several key industry leaders is a generally positive outlook for the year ahe…

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D-Tools "What's the Buzz" About Home Theater 22:01

1+ y ago22:01

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In this episode of the D-Tools "What's the Buzz" podcast, Richard Charschan, president of AcousticSmart Home Theater Interiors, discusses his new book "Home Theaterology" and some key trends facing the home theater market. The book features 15 incredible home theater projects as well as some recommended demo clips for integrators to use to showcase…

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D-Tools 'What's the Buzz' About... Operational Excellence 19:10

1+ y ago19:10

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What are the two most important business metrics for integrators to track? It’s an important question that gets asked all the time to Matt Bernath, principal at industry consulting firm VITAL. “We track more than 30 key metrics at VITAL, and we review those monthly with our members and they serve as a report card,” says Bernath, who was a longtime …

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What's the Buzz About... InfoComm 22:19

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In this episode of the D-Tools What’s the Buzz podcast, Jason Knott and Tim Bigoness from D-Tools speak with Dan Ferrisi, Group Editor for Commercial Integrator and Security Sales & Integration, leading industry publications and websites, about the upcoming InfoComm 2024 trade show in Las Vegas. In addition to the exhibits at the Las Vegas Conventi…

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Introducing D-Tools 'What's the Buzz!' Podcast 1:29

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Welcome everyone! We are so excited to start the D-Tools’ “What’s the Buzz?” podcast and take you along on this adventure with us. Co-hosts Jason Knott, data solutions architect & evangelist at D-Tools, and Tim Bigoness, Chief Marketing Officer, at D-Tools, have a combined over 50 years serving the integration industry. They have lots of informatio…

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D-Tools 'What's the Buzz' About... Service! 46:23

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In this first-ever D-Tools "What's the Buzz" podcast, Tim Bigoness and Jason Knott of D-Tools run through the best practices for establishing a profitable and well-run service department for an integration company. Recently, D-Tools collaborated with OneVision Resources, the industry’s leading provider of service solutions for integrators, on a spe…