Event Tech Podcast

Brandt Krueger and Will Curran discuss the current state of the event industry job market, exploring the influx of returning professionals, the impact of AI on hiring processes, and strategies for standing out in a competitive landscape. They delve (I really do use that word - BK) into the growth of the events sector, the shift towards specialized roles, and the importance of adapt

Brandt Krueger and Will Curran check in on the highlights of CES 2025, discussing innovative technologies and their potential impact on the events industry. They explore sustainable tech, AI advancements, and futuristic concepts while emphasizing the importance of looking beyond immediate products to long-term possibilities.Discussions Include:E-ink digital posters and their potent

In this bonus episode from February 2023, hosts Brandt Krueger and Will Curran are joined by Wayne Johnson Jr., Creative Director at EideCom, to discuss the revolutionary impact of AI tools on event design and production. They explore how AI is transforming the creative process, from generating stage designs to streamlining proposal creation, and debate the future implications for

In this BONUS episode (recorded in February 2023 and recently found in the couch cushions), Brandt Krueger and Will Curran dive deep into the latest developments in AI technology, focusing on the recent announcements from Microsoft's Bing and Google's Bard. They discuss the potential impact of these AI-powered search engines on various industries, including event planning, and expl

Brandt Krueger and Will Curran sit down with Veselin (Vesko) Milev and Dessislava (Dessy) Marinova from Eventex to explore the world of event awards and event technology. As Eventex celebrates its 15th anniversary, Vesko and Dessy share insights into the global reach of the Eventex Awards, the evolution of their fully online format, and the impact of the Evalato awards management s

Brandt Krueger and Will Curran dive deep into the distinctions between consumer, prosumer, and professional audio-visual gear. Using personal experiences and industry examples, they explore the evolution of tech and how it affects everything from home setups to event production. From audio chain optimization and home theater upgrades to the balance between cost and quality, the con

In this episode, Brandt and Will experiment "live" with the latest in voice cloning from ElevenLabs, and discuss the implications for the events industry. They explore how tools like ElevenLabs' voice cloning and AI-generated sound effects could revolutionize event production and multilingual accessibility. From instant voice cloning that mimics the hosts' voices to generating cust

In this episode of the Event Tech Podcast, Brandt Krueger and Will Curran explore the expanding landscape of internet connectivity for events. The duo discusses how advancements like Starlink and Peplink are revolutionizing how we think about internet access, making it possible to host events in previously unreachable locations. From streaming live video from the middle of the dese

In this episode of the Event Tech Podcast, Brandt Krueger and Will Curran dive into the latest and greatest in event tech from things like concerts and the Olympics. From groundbreaking uses of 3D rendering and AI in corporate events to the jaw-dropping visual effects at concerts, they explore how technology is transforming the live event experience. The conversation also touches o

In this episode of the Event Tech Podcast, Will Curran and Brandt Krueger dive into the fascinating parallels between the event industry and video games. They explore how concepts from popular games like Fallout can be applied to enhance attendee experiences at events. From the importance of choice and exploration to the potential of gamification, they discuss innovative ideas to k