The AV Life
Host Tim Van Woeart of Rutgers University discusses topics relevant to the commercial AV industry.
Episodes
Better late than never! Host Tim Van Woeart sits down with Chris Neto (Midwich; creator of AV in the AM) and crew members Joe Way, Renee Benson, and James King to “roast” COVID—airing grievances, acknowledging what changed for the better, and, finally, putting the topic to bed. Five years on, they revisit how emergency funding, supply-chain chaos, and fast pivots reshaped classrooms, conference rooms, and the...
The episode pays tribute to Corey Moss, the show’s late founder, and reflects...
Crew: Host Tim Van Woeart, with Murphy Daley and Nancy Blanchard
As the show lines up its 300th milestone, Tim throws out an open invite for listeners to jump into the next recording by DM’ing for the link. He’s capping the virtual studio at around a dozen at a time, so expect some rotation if the crowd floods in. Consider this the pre-party: a quick check-in on summer rhythms, back-to-school ramp-ups, and h...
Host Tim Van Woeart and co-host Murphy Daley catch up on life and AV. Murphy shares a health update and why she’s diving into a water-management certification that’s heavy on geometry, conversions, and real-world stakes at city scale. Tim offers practical CTS study tactics (including how mentors and a pre-written formula sheet can help), and they point listeners to the HETMA Prism Scholarship pathway. The duo...
In this catch-up episode, Tim Van Woeart and Nancy Blanchard (now with PPDS Professional Display Solutions) reconnect to share updates, swap stories, and dive into Nancy’s on-the-ground review of the recent HETMA Roadshow in Toronto. From wild weather shifts to standout campus tours, they explore what made this stop unique — including the impressive sustainable “Timberlost” building project at George Brown Col...
This crew episode features Tim Van Woeart and Murphy Daley catching up on life, career moves, travel mishaps, and what it means to hit the reset button. Tim talks about his new role at Rutgers Newark, his experiences with classroom technology, and how it’s changing his day-to-day approach. Murphy shares her own updates, from local government projects to family trips that include Weird Al, Annapolis, and even Ger...
The team explores the role of vulnerability ...
Tim Van Woeart and Renee Benson welcome Brittney Grant, AV professional at Aims Community College and Chair of HETMA’s Approved Program, for a conversation themed around “True North.” They discuss professional growth, mentorship, and how to navigate an evolving AV industry while staying grounded in purpose and values.
Brittney shares her journey from student to AV leader, her passion for creating excellent expe...
This “lost” episode of The AV Life goes back to a recording that didn’t post when originally captured but remains as relevant as ever. Host Tim Van Woeart is joined by Joe Way and Renee Benson for an unfiltered conversation that blends industry insight with personal updates and plenty of laughs.
The crew talks about Tim’s career transition to Rutgers Newark, the frantic run-up to InfoComm, and how tariffs, suppl...
Tammy shares her journey with vulnerability and strength, opening up ab...
The AV Life crew returns with a three-part episode recorded live from the show floor at InfoComm 2025. Across Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, host Tim Van Woeart is joined by Nancy Blanchard and Renee Benson to reflect on the energy of the show, highlight key moments at the HETMA booth, and share their own experiences navigating a packed InfoComm schedule....
After a hot and humid week in Orlando, the crew of The AV Life reconnects to swap stories, shout out favorite moments, and wind down from another whirlwind InfoComm. With Tim Van Woeart back at the helm, the team dives into their personal takeaways from the show floor, standout booth designs, and a few philosophical detours about the AV community itself. It’s equal parts reunion, recap, and real talk.
Nancy Bla...
Host Tim Van Woeargt is joined by Renee Benson, Nancy Blanchard, and James King, and Joe Way.
Joe shares recent updates from HETMA, including growth, outreach, and upcoming initiatives.
The crew also takes a few moments to reflect on the early days of the podcast and the legacy o...
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