78: What Are You Carrying? with James King | brAVe [space]

brAVe [space] is BACK! In this episode of brAVe [space], Britt Yenser returns to the microphone for the first guest-centered recording since her maternity leave. Britt welcomes back returning guest James King for a thoughtful discussion about the unseen pressures many professionals carry in their work. James reflects on what he calls the “invisible backpack”:... Read More

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March 10, 2026

The Story We Tell Ourselves… About Ourselves | Community Connections with Ryan

Ryan Gray explores a familiar idea many of us use to understand ourselves: that the brain can feel like multiple competing forces rather than one clean, rational voice. He unpacks where that idea overlaps with real neuroscience, where it slips into pop psychology, and why the difference matters if we want to better understand our own reactions. In the end, the piece connects self awareness to community, arguing that healthier relationships begin with a more honest understanding of how people actually think, feel, and respond. Read More

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March 9, 2026

Know Your Worth | Business of AV

In this month’s article, Joe Way reflects on the danger of letting other people define your worth and argues that true value can never be measured by others. He emphasizes that while feedback and encouragement from others matter, only you fully understand the sacrifices, resilience, discipline, and unseen work that shape who you are and what you bring. Ultimately, your worth is a call to personal honesty. Protect it fiercely, and refuse to let the changing opinions of others define what you were meant to own for yourself. Read More

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March 9, 2026

325: Are You Your Own Best Advocate? Rethinking Self-Assessments | The AV Life Podcast

Recorded on March 5, 2026: In this episode of The AV Life Podcast, host Tim Van Woeart is joined by Joe Way, Nancy Blanchard, James King, and returning guest Brandy Johnson (PTZOptics) for a candid conversation about self-assessments and performance reviews in the AV industry. The group explores how AV professionals can take an honest... Read More

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Higher Ed AV Podcast Live From Sony AV Tech Expo

March 7, 2026

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 real time, jumping into conversations, catching... Read More

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March 6, 2026

ScreenBeam Flex and Admin Tools Earn HETMA Approved Status

ScreenBeam Flex and Admin Tools earn HETMA Approved status, validating reliable wireless presentation and centralized management for higher education IT teams. Read More

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