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An AV and integration-focused podcast broadcast weekly
Since its launch on Facebook Live in 2017, Automation Unplugged has become the leading podcast for AV and custom integration professionals. Now pre-recorded and produced in both audio and video formats, episodes are released across our website, social media, and all major streaming platforms. Our content spans engaging interviews with industry leaders, in-depth discussions with One Firefly’s marketing experts, and insightful education on marketing & business growth strategies. From industry trends and business development to marketing, hiring, and beyond, Automation Unplugged delivers the knowledge and perspectives you need to stay ahead in the ever-evolving technology landscape.
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      Home Automation Podcast Episode #133: An Industry Q&A With Jeremy Elsesser

      August 24, 2020
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Jeremy Elsesser of Level 3 Audiovisual shares about the acceleration of software and cloud based communication platform solutions for the new global focus on work from home environments.
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      Home Automation Podcast Episode #132: An Industry Q&A With Paul Lopez

      August 11, 2020
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Paul Lopez of Integrated Lifestyles, shares on their transition from a majority commercial focus pre-COVID to a majority residential focus post COVID.
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      Home Automation Podcast Episode #131: An Industry Q&A With Ryan Anderson

      August 05, 2020
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Ryan Anderson of Bravas, shares about the Bravas acquisition strategy to purchase 50 integration firms over the next 5 years.
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      Home Automation Podcast Episode #130: An Industry Q&A With Shaun Schuetz

      July 28, 2020
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Shaun Schuetz of AudioQuest, shares his love for Star Wars and how he was able to do charity work with the Star Wars Costuming Community and thoughts on CEDIA going virtual.
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      Home Automation Podcast Episode #129: An Industry Q&A With Ken Vanemon

      July 21, 2020
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Ken Vanemon, of Sapphire Marketing, shares the status of the audio video marketplace in New York City.
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      Home Automation Podcast Episode #128: An Industry Q&A With Rusty Deeble

      July 11, 2020
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Rusty Deeble of Digital Installers, shares the positive impact that the ProSource Dream Theater Makeover Contest has had on Digital Installers.
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      Home Automation Podcast Episode #127: An Industry Q&A With Wim De Vos

      July 02, 2020
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Wim De Vos of Genesis Home Technology Architects, shares about changes throughout Europe that Wim, his business, and clients have experienced since April.
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      Home Automation Podcast Episode #126: An Industry Q&A With Maryellen Oswald

      June 25, 2020
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Maryellen, of Connected Design Magazine, shares about the potential permanent move to virtual meetings, demonstrations and trade events.
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      Home Automation Podcast Episode #125: An Industry Q&A With Kyle Steele

      June 23, 2020
      In this weeks home automation show of Automation Unplugged, Kyle Steele shares what the last 90 days have looked like for Global Wave Integration as a California-based business with job sites located around the US.
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