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From AVNation, a weekly look into residential side of the audio visual industry. We cover network, security, home audio, and video as well as the impact on your business.

  1. 12/31/2025

    What's Next for 2026 in AV? | ResiWeek 514

    We've been through the year in our own past conversations. Now we have a chat with some of our best friends in the AV business about what they considered to be the most important topics in AV for the year of 2025. Then we get out our divination method of choice to figure out just what 2026 might have in store for the residential space. The video version of this podcast can be found here. Every week we bring you the latest news and stories for the residential space. Joining us this week is Rich Fregosa of Fregosa Design, Katye McGregor-Bennett from KMB Communications and Jason Knott of D-Tools. Host: Matt Scott Guests: Jason Knott – D-ToolsKatye McGregor-Bennett – KMB CommunicationsRich Fregosa – Fregosa Design See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    40 min

  2. 12/24/2025

    The Biggest AV Stories of 2025 | ResiWeek 513

    We're at the end of another year. Another year full of interesting challenges for a unique vertical such as the AV industry. The residential side has its fair share of newsworthy moments and we've wrapped them all up in a nice bow. 'Tis the season, after all. The video version of this podcast can be found here. On this episode, our Producer Mitch takes us through the biggest news and stories for the residential side of the AV industry. What we talked about with different experts in the AV field about these topics for the last twelve months. Host: Mitchell Toolen Guests: Bob Archer – KMB CommunicationsKatye McGregor-Bennett – KMB CommunicationsIan Bryant – IES CommunicationsJoe Whitaker – Origin AcousticsJeremy Glowacki – Projector CentralAlex Capecelatro – Josh.aiArlen Schweiger – RISE Media StrategyJason Griffing – OneVision Resources Links to sources: ResiWeek 480 – Tariff's Effects on IndustryResiWeek 483 – AI In ResidentialResiWeek 490 – Canada Halts HIKVISION Production LocallyResiWeek 499 – CEDIA Expo 2025ResiWeek 501 – Perfecting Your AV Pitch See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    31 min

  3. 12/17/2025

    Balancing Optimism and Realism For Your Business | ResiWeek 512

    There's a bidding war going on for Warner Bros. and it could make some serious changes in the streaming space. How this could affect your clients and their systems. Looking at business strategy and when it's time to look at things ideally or realistically. Tempering expectations in an ever-changing market. Also, cybersecurity attacks! Nothing but positivity there. What integrators need to know about the risks to the smart home space. The video version of this podcast can be found here. Every week we bring you the latest news and stories for the residential side of the AV industry. We discuss these topics with a panel of experts so that you know what's going on in the space. Today we are joined by Henry Clifford from Livewire and Jeremy Glowacki of Projector Central. Host: Matt Scott Guests: Henry Clifford – LivewireJeremy Glowacki – Projector Central Links to sources: CE Pro – Netflix Makes Bid for Warner Bros.Residential Systems – The Sorry OptimistCE Pro – Cyberrattacks on Smart Devices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    30 min

  4. 12/10/2025

    Prepping Your AV Business For The Year Ahead | ResiWeek 511

    OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, is making a move into the hardware space. What should integrators be concerned about? Besides the over-encroaching deluge of AI products. December could be a time to look back at the year, but it also is a chance to plan ahead. What your business can do to prepare for 2026. We look at a case study of a home in South Carolina and the lighting techniques used. What integrators can take from this and use in their own projects. The video version of this podcast can be found here. Every week we bring you the latest news and stories for the residential side of the AV industry. We discuss these topics with a panel of experts in the space for what you need to know. Joining us this week is Bob Archer from KMB Communications and Ian Bryant of IES Communications. Host: Matt Scott Guests: Bob Archer – KMB CommunicationsIan Bryant – IES Communications Links to sources: CE Pro – OpenAI Looking into Hardware SpaceResidential Systems – Using December To Plan for Next YearResidential Tech Today – Carolina Mountain House Case Study See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    25 min

  5. 12/03/2025

    The Three Main Keywords for Residential Lighting | ResiWeek 510

    All of residential lighting can apparently be put into three phrases: Smaller, better, and more colorful. Lighting is a major part of the home space, so we break down what integrators are doing right and what we could be working on. Josh.ai and JVC are partnering for more moden home theater control. But what's the balance between overly complicated voice commands and just assigning some buttons? Finally, we enter the cave of pain... Whatever that means. It's an article from our friend Henry Clifford, talking about how to talk to your clients about being ready if things go wrong with solutions. The video version of this podcast can be found here. Every week we bring you the latest news and stories for the residential space. We discuss these topics with a panel of experts across our industry. Joining us this week is Kat Wheeler from OneFirefly and Avi Rosenthal of BlueConnect Partners. Host: Matt Scott Guests: Avi Rosenthal – BlueConnect PartnersKat Wheeler – OneFirefly Links to sources: CE Pro – Lighting Keywords for IntegratorsResidential Tech Today – Josh.ai & JVC Partnership for Home TheaterResidential Systems – The Cave of Pain See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    27 min

  6. 11/19/2025

    Let's Revise AV Warranty | ResiWeek 509

    Theory Audio Design extends the warranty for their DLC loudspeakers, effective immediately. With this five-year extension, looking at other facets of residential technology and where warranty might need an update for the smart home. Jetbuilt partners with Sean Wargo and Lee Dodson for market intelligence initiatives. What integrators should take from these insights. D-Tools adds Interconnect Diagrams to their cloud services. What this means for projects and the people making them. The video version of this podcast can be found here. Every week we bring you the latest news and stories for the residential side of the AV industry. We discuss these topics with a panel of experts in the industry. Joining us this week is Mitchell Klein from CEDIA and Jason Knott of D-Tools. Host: Matt Scott Guests: Jason Knott – D-ToolsMitchell Klein – CEDIA Links to sources: CE Pro – Theory Extends DLC WarrantyResidential Systems – Jetbuilt Partners with Apogee for Market InsightCE Pro – D-Tools Adds Interconnect Diagrams to Cloud See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    24 min

  7. 11/12/2025

    Your Business Isn't Really That Special | ResiWeek 508

    The most use that artificial intelligence gets in businesses is a glorified search engine. How are the ways you can actually utilize AI to bolster your company? Just how many extra fingers and warped features can help you? Matt Bernath tells us plainly, "Your Business Isn't That Special." But it's not meant to be a put-down. How to adapt your business and escape just being a niche. IKEA announces new Matter-compatible smart home devices. What this means as more solutions make a smarter home. The video version of this podcast can be found here. Every week we bring you the latest news and stories for the residential side of the AV industry. Joining us this week is Amanda Wildman from TruMedia Home, Jason Griffing of OneVision Resources and Gary Usher from the Powerhouse Alliance. Host: Matt Scott Guests: Amanda Wildman – TruMedia HomeGary Usher – Powerhouse AllianceJason Griffing – OneVision Resources Links to sources: CE Pro – Practical Uses of AIResidential Systems – Your Business Isn't That SpecialEngadget – IKEA has new Matter Solutions See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    38 min

  8. 11/05/2025

    Are We Making AV Audio Too Complicated? | ResiWeek 507

    CEDIA is bringing their Smart Home Technology Conference back to ISE 2026. What seminars integrators should be on the lookout for and what else to find in Barcelona in Feburary. NETGEAR reports that smart home users face at least 29 attacks on their network every single day. How do we keep our clients safe? HDR10+ Technologies announces a new audio certification proogram for immersive solutions. What all this means for integrators and distributors. The video version of this podcast can be found here. Every week we bring you the latest news and stories for the residential side of the AV industry. We discuss these topics with a panel of experts to know just what's going on in custom integration. On this episode we are joined by Jeremy Glowacki from ProjectorCentral and Arlen Schweiger from RISE Media Strategy. Host: Matt Scott Guests:Arlen Schweiger – RISE Media StrategyJeremy Glowacki – ProjectorCentralLinks to sources:Residential Systems – CEDIA's Smart Home Technology Conference at ISE 2026CE Pro – Daily Cyberattacks for smart homesResidential Tech Today – HDR10+ launches Eclipsa audio certification See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    30 min
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From AVNation, a weekly look into residential side of the audio visual industry. We cover network, security, home audio, and video as well as the impact on your business.

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    2016 - 2025
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