Bill Selak Talks

Bill Selak

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MAR 28

Bill Selak Talks About Streamlining School Productions: The Power of OSC and QLab

In this episode, we dive into the world of automation and synchronization for school events, including concerts and musicals. Starting from the chaotic process of managing audio and lighting cues, I walk you through changing the workflow into a seamless experience using QLab, Light Key, and OSC commands. Heard how we’re setting up QLab for audio playback, integrating lighting control through Light Key, and utilizing a Behringer X32 digital mixer to manage audio snippets effectively. The trick here is leveraging the power of OSC commands to create an automated workflow that enhances the production quality of school performances.
MAR 18

Bill Selak Talks About Crafting Nextup Music: The Journey of App Development

I just shipped an app — and this episode is the full story of how it came together. NextUp Music started as a simple frustration: shared listening is messy. People fight over songs, and somehow your Apple Music Replay ends up reflecting everyone except you. So I followed that problem and built a system. In this episode, I walk through all 31 sprints that led to the app: from the first idea around turn-based listening, to profiles without accounts, to Replay Shield, to getting rejected by App Review and working back from there. Along the way, I talk about what it actually looks like to build with tools like ChatGPT and Codex. Not as magic, but as collaborators that still require direction, taste, and ownership. This isn’t just about writing code. It’s about holding a vision long enough to make something real. NextUp Music is now live!

46 min
10/22/2025

Supercharging Creativity: AI in Education, and Empowering Learners

In this episode, the extraordinary Nick Provenzano joins the pod: an educator, maker, and AI enthusiast. We talk about the transformative power of generative AI in education, discussing how it can enhance creativity, support neurodiverse learners, and foster inclusivity in the classroom.

51 min
10/15/2025

Rising Decline Revisited: November Tragedies [Part 18 of 18]

You’ve heard the story behind the music, now it’s time to listen to the track itself. Here’s November Tragedies the ninth and final song from Rising Decline’s 9-track album, newly remixed and reimagined with the power of AI. This is part of my 18-episode series, where I break down each track from the album, share the process, and bring you along on a journey of nostalgia and innovation. Enjoy this song—free for a limited time. And by limited, I mean forever.
10/15/2025

Rising Decline Revisited: November Tragedies [Part 17 of 18]

In this episode, we reach the conclusion of our retrospective on Rising Decline’s second album with the track, “November Tragedies.” I talk about the emotional weight behind the song, exploring themes of loss, heartbreak, and the cathartic power of creativity. We’ll discuss the importance of embracing the artistic process without the pressure of perfection. Stick around for the full track in the next episode!

19 min
08/29/2025

Rising Decline Revisited: Hey Mr. Corporation Plantation Owner Man [Part 16 of 18]

You’ve heard the story behind the music, now it’s time to listen to the track itself. Here’s Hey Mr. Corporate Plantation Owner Man, the eighth song from Rising Decline’s 9-track album, newly remixed and reimagined with the power of AI. This is part of my 18-episode series, where I break down each track from the album, share the process, and bring you along on a journey of nostalgia and innovation. Enjoy this song—free for a limited time. And by limited, I mean forever.

2 min
08/29/2025

Rising Decline Revisited: Hey Mr. Corporate Plantation Owner Man [Part 15 of 18]

In this episode, we’ll talk about how collaboration fuels creativity in both music and education. The idea is simple: connect with inspiring people and share ideas that can lead to exciting new projects.Stick around for the full track in the next episode!

13 min
08/15/2025

Rising Decline Revisited: What Was Who [Part 14 of 18]

You’ve heard the story behind the music, now it’s time to listen to the track itself. Here’s What Was Who, the seventh song from Rising Decline’s 9-track album, newly remixed and reimagined with the power of AI. This is part of my 18-episode series, where I break down each track from the album, share the process, and bring you along on a journey of nostalgia and innovation. Enjoy this song—free for a limited time. And by limited, I mean forever.
08/15/2025

Rising Decline Revisited: Intentional Playfulness, and What Was Who [Part 13 of 18]

In this episode, I talk about the importance of playfulness in education, but not just being silly because it’s fun or random… being intentionally playful as an instructional strategy. It’s good times, and so is the song I talk about. Stick around for the full track in the next episode!

16 min
04/15/2025

Rising Decline Revisited: Happy Face [Part 12 of 18]

You’ve heard the story behind the music, now it’s time to listen to the track itself. Here’s Happy Face, the sixth song from Rising Decline’s 9-track album, newly remixed and reimagined with the power of AI. This is part of my 18-episode series, where I break down each track from the album, share the process, and bring you along on a journey of nostalgia and innovation. Enjoy this song—free for a limited time. And by limited, I mean forever.

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All That is EduAwesome

Creator

Bill Selak
Years Active

2009 - 2026
Episodes

10
Rating

Clean
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