Episodes
Wednesday Dec 06, 2023
186 – Signage Standards for Transportation with Jason Morrison
Wednesday Dec 06, 2023
Wednesday Dec 06, 2023
When it comes to signage standards for transportation applications, there are terms such as ITS, NEMA and TS4. Justin and Matt talked with Jason Morrison, Daktronics market manager for ITS, Parking and Public Transport as well as NEMA Committee Chair, to understand the meaning of all of those terms. They also discuss the new TS4 standard that was recently released and what it means for Daktronics and those in the ITS industry.
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Wednesday Nov 29, 2023
185 - Constructing a New North End Zone Experience at Gillette Stadium
Wednesday Nov 29, 2023
Wednesday Nov 29, 2023
ON-SITE PODCAST:
Gillette Stadium just completed a massive renovation project in the north end zone as they continually elevate the game-day experience for their fans. To dig into the details, Justin and Matt visited the stadium and spoke with Doug Klausen, Senior Director of AV & Broadcast Systems, and Woody Benisek-Beal, Director of Construction at The Kraft Group.
Links:
- YouTube Interview: https://www.youtube.com/daktronicsinc
- Episode 182 - Bringing Life to Gillette Stadium’s Largest End Zone Display
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kTIE_XhWagk
- Audio: https://podcast.daktronics.com/e/182-bringing-life-to-gillette-stadium-s-largest-end-zone-display/
- News Release: https://www.daktronics.com/news/gillette-stadium-to-feature-largest-outdoor-end-zone-display-in-professional-football-from-daktronics
Wednesday Nov 22, 2023
184 - Indigo Signs and the Digital Signage Market with Jill Gustofson
Wednesday Nov 22, 2023
Wednesday Nov 22, 2023
The digital signage market has changed and evolved over the years and Jill Gustofson, sales at Indigo Signs has witnessed many of those signage advancements firsthand. Justin and Matt sat down with her to hear all about it, including how LED technology has changed things, how Indigo Signs leverages that technology for its customers and more.
Links:
- Indigo Signs Website: https://www.indigosigns.com/
Wednesday Nov 15, 2023
183 - Unveiling FrameWrx Capabilities at Sioux Valley High School
Wednesday Nov 15, 2023
Wednesday Nov 15, 2023
We recently implemented FrameWrx at Sioux Valley High School where its students are using this design platform to build their game-day experience and so much more. Justin and Matt visited with Tyler Bolstad, the school’s principal, to hear just how they are using this new offering and how it helps the students learn and grow with the technology at their fingertips.
FrameWrx Website: https://www.daktronics.com/en-us/products/software-and-controllers/framewrx
Wednesday Nov 08, 2023
182 - Bringing Life to Gillette Stadium’s Largest End Zone Display
Wednesday Nov 08, 2023
Wednesday Nov 08, 2023
When it comes to delivering an amazing fan experience using the latest and greatest Daktronics technology, Abbey and Jen at Gillette Stadium know all about it! Abbey Thistle is the Director of Event Presentation and Fan Engagement and Jen Gahan is the Manager of Game Entertainment and Fan Engagement for the stadium and sat down with Justin and Matt after a big win to discuss everything that goes into controlling their game-day experience as well as the largest end zone video display in America.
Friday Oct 20, 2023
181 - Mt SAC Wins Daktronics Cup with Joe Jennum
Friday Oct 20, 2023
Friday Oct 20, 2023
Mt. San Antonio College, commonly known as Mt. SAC, brought home the Daktronics Cup this past year and their Dean & Director of Athletics Joe Jennum joined Justin and Matt to share the details of their victory. He covers the sports they play, the ins and outs of their program, emerging sports and much more.
Links:
- SAC Website: https://www.mtsac.edu/
- Daktronics Cup Final Standings: https://nacda.com/news/2022/2/8/natycaa-daktronics-cup-fall-standings-announced.aspx
Tuesday Oct 17, 2023
180 - The Daktronics Cup with Iowa Western Community College
Tuesday Oct 17, 2023
Tuesday Oct 17, 2023
When it comes to athletics at two-year colleges, one of the ultimate prizes is the Daktronics Cup! Shane Larson, Director of Athletics at Iowa Western Community College, joins Justin and Matt to share all the details of the competition and how they were able to bring home the cup in 2023.
Links:
- Iowa Western Community College Website: https://www.iwcc.edu/
- NATYCAA Website: https://nacda.com/sports/natycaa
Wednesday Oct 11, 2023
179 – Studying Brightness with Shannon Mutschelknaus
Wednesday Oct 11, 2023
Wednesday Oct 11, 2023
When it comes to brightness, we turn to our resident experts to help study and set standards. Justin and Matt talk with Shannon Mutschelknaus, Daktronics reliability lab expert, to hear how we keep our displays within the set standards for emitting light. He also shares a specific project where this lighting information was critical to the success of the installation.
Friday Oct 06, 2023
Friday Oct 06, 2023
When one ballpark caters to SIX different teams, it sure does get busy! To hear how Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium handles all the events, as well as the big role two new LED video displays play in entertainment, Justin and Matt visited with General Manager Mike Bauer and Media Relations and Marketing Manager Ryer Gardenswartz. Give it a listen to get a glimpse behind the curtain at America’s Busiest Ballpark!
Links:
- Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium Website: https://www.rogerdeanchevroletstadium.com/
- Daktronics News Release: https://www.daktronics.com/news/two-new-views-coming-to-roger-dean-chevrolet-stadium-from-daktronics
Wednesday Oct 04, 2023
177 – Rochester Red Wings New Video Experience with Dan and John
Wednesday Oct 04, 2023
Wednesday Oct 04, 2023
Building a double-outfield video board experience gives the Rochester Red Wings flexibility with their game-day production and the ability to engage their fans in new, interesting ways. To hear the details of what brought this project to life, Justin and Matt talk with General Manager Dan Mason and Director of Video Production John Blotzer.
Links:
- Rochester Red Wings Website: https://www.milb.com/rochester
- Daktronics News Release: https://www.daktronics.com/news/fan-experience-flies-high-for-rochester-red-wings-with-daktronics-led-displays