Podcast dedicated to building the AV/IT tech manager community in higher education through discussions on classroom technology and audiovisual support.
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Sep 29, 2026 · 47:35
Higher Ed AV Podcast Episode 368 Being the Resource with Chris Harshfield What does good classroom support look like when your team is responsible for hundreds of spaces, faculty…
Sep 22, 2026 · 52:13
After a run of roadshows, live recordings, InfoComm episodes, and special series, the Higher Ed AV Podcast gets back to its roots with a great one-on-one conversation. Joe is…
Sep 3, 2026 · 27:35
Live from the HETMA Roadshow at the University at Buffalo Part 4 Higher Ed AV Podcast Live from the HETMA Roadshow at the University at Buffalo Part 4 Higher Ed AV Podcast The…
Sep 3, 2026 · 1:05:32
Live from the HETMA Roadshow at the University at Buffalo Part 3 Higher Ed AV Podcast The HETMA Roadshow at the University at Buffalo wraps up with Part Three of this special…
Sep 3, 2026 · 1:04:29
Live from the HETMA Roadshow at the University at Buffalo Part 2 Higher Ed AV Podcast The HETMA Roadshow at the University at Buffalo continues in Part Two of this special Higher…
Sep 3, 2026 · 1:09:29
Live from the HETMA Roadshow at the University at Buffalo Part 1 Higher Ed AV Podcast The HETMA Roadshow rolls into the University at Buffalo for a special live edition of the…
Aug 4, 2026 · 51:02
Higher Ed AV Podcast Episode 362 Practical AI for AV with Dan Litvin AI may be the biggest buzzword in technology, but what does it actually mean for audiovisual professionals…
Jul 29, 2026 · 57:58
Higher Ed AV Podcast with Joe Way Episode 361 The AV Life Crossover Episode with Nancy Blanchard What happens when the scheduled host does not show up? Joe Way and Nancy…
Jul 23, 2026 · 47:15
After taking his now-usual post-InfoComm break, Joe Way returns to the Higher Ed AV Podcast with a major announcement... His second book, "Producing Leaders: 9 Principles for…
Jun 9, 2026 · 44:38
In this episode of the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way welcomes longtime friend, industry leader, AVNation President, and now author Tim Albright for a deeply honest conversation…
Jun 8, 2026 · 40:27
InfoComm 2026 is here, and there is more happening for the higher education technology community than ever before. In this special live episode of the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe…
Jun 2, 2026 · 59:08
In this special live episode from the HETMA Roadshow in Mechelen, Belgium, Joe Way wraps up HETMA’s first European Roadshow with conversations from the show floor at Thomas More…
May 19, 2026 · 37:54
This week on the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way tries something brand new: the first-ever No Context Flash Pitch. The concept is simple, chaotic, and exactly what makes the higher…
May 5, 2026 · 54:18
Overview In this annual InfoComm preview episode, Joe Way welcomes back David Labuskes, CEO of AVIXA, for what may be Dave’s final Higher Ed AV Podcast appearance before his…
Apr 15, 2026 · 51:09
In this special Higher Ed AV Podcast live stream, Joe Way is joined by Shure’s Yuri and Ryan for an in-depth look at the new SLXD+ wireless platform and what it means for higher…
Apr 14, 2026 · 54:29
353: From Grassroots to Gravity with BC Hatchett Higher Ed AV Podcast with Joe Way In episode two of this six-part series, Joe Way welcomes back HETMA cofounder BC Hatchett for…
Apr 7, 2026 · 46:43
In this episode of the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way launches the first installment of a six-part series focused on failure, reinvention, leadership, and personal brand building.…
Mar 24, 2026 · 42:58
Joe explains that being a qualified buyer is not about exclusivity or being part of a large, well-funded institution. It is about being educated, having a clear understanding of…
Mar 17, 2026 · 49:22
Since Higher Ed AV Awards nominations are now open ( https://HigherEdAVAwards.com ), Joe uses this episode to pull back the curtain on what actually makes an award nomination…
Mar 14, 2026 · 48:26
This special double episode of the podcast brings you straight to Enterprise Connect 2026 in two parts. First, Joe goes live from the show floor, walking the event, taking in the…
Mar 7, 2026 · 1:13:07
In this interestingly off-the-wall and completely impromptu episode of the Higher Ed AV livestream, Joe goes live from the Sony AV Tech Expo in San Diego, bringing viewers along…
Feb 17, 2026 · 18:44
In this short solo episode, Joe Way gives less of a preview and rather a reminder to log in for the HETMA Virtual Conference, emphasizing that it is free, easy to access, and…
Feb 13, 2026 · 1:41:43
Integrated Systems Europe was bigger and better than ever before. Listen as Joe and the HETMA team break down the Best of #ISE2026!
Feb 12, 2026 · 2:32:28
HETMA hosted two simultaneous booths at #ISE2026 and the #EdTech2026 Congress in Barcelona. Joe and crew stream and record between the shows. Watch and listen to what will be one…
Feb 3, 2026 · 35:54
Joe is live from the HETMA Booth on day 1 of ISE 2026!
Jan 27, 2026 · 44:18
Higher Ed AV Podcast Episode 343 Joe Way caps off his ISE preview series with one of his annual favorite conversations, welcoming back Mike Blackman, Managing Director of…
Jan 23, 2026 · 40:48
It's an annual tradition, the AVNation "Best of" Awards, and Chi Hang Lo is up for AV Professional of the Year, along with UCLA's Classroom Modernization Pilot, and HETMA for…
Jan 20, 2026 · 54:30
Higher Ed AV Podcast Episode 341 Joe Way welcomes a packed house of HETMA leaders and volunteers to keep the pre-ISE 2026 hype rolling—this time with a full crew heading to…
Jan 16, 2026 · 1:03:10
Higher Ed AV Podcast Episode 340 In this special episode, Joe Way is joined by Sahil Dhingra, Cofounder & CEO of XTEN-AV, and Chris Dechter, University of Wyoming and AV…
Jan 13, 2026 · 50:18
This week, Joe Way kicks off another “January Push for ISE” episode with a big announcement: a brand-new education-focused collaboration happening alongside ISE 2026, EdTech…
Jan 6, 2026 · 53:51
Epsiode 338 Byron Tarry, NEXXT NEXXT eXplore ISE '26 Joe Way kicks off the pre-ISE preview series (and debuts a new AI-made bumper) with Byron Tarry, Chief Transformation Officer…
Dec 30, 2025 · 1:02:03
Higher Ed AV Podcast Episode 337 The Long-Awaited Special Guest Episode In this special episode of the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe welcomes a long-awaited guest, his wife, Amy, for…
Dec 23, 2025 · 30:15
Joe Way returns to his “annual Christmas episode” roots with a personal reflection recorded during Christmas week. Using Isaiah 9:6 as the backbone, Joe walks through the four…
Nov 29, 2025 · 1:05:10
Higher Ed AV Podcast 335: Joe Way's Thanksgiving Episode In this special solo Thanksgiving episode of the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way steps “back to the roots” of the show with…
Oct 21, 2025 · 44:32
This week on the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way welcomes Peter Murphy Lewis, CEO and Fractional CMO of Strategic Pete, to the show. They discuss his role, evolving from teaching…
Oct 14, 2025 · 51:36
This week on the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way welcomes Matt Bolton, AV Design Engineer at the University of Nebraska, to the show. They discuss his role and career trajectory,…
Oct 7, 2025 · 45:18
This week on the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way welcomes David Morales, CIO and SVP of Technology at Western Governors University, to the show. They discuss his role overseeing a…
Sep 30, 2025 · 45:55
This week on the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way welcomes Leom Holley, Assistant Chief Information Officer (ACIO) of Infrastructure Services at the University of California, Los…
Sep 23, 2025 · 46:12
This week on the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way welcomes Stephanie Orr, Director, Learning and Collaborative Environments, at The Ohio State University, to the show. They discuss…
Sep 16, 2025 · 47:54
This week on the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way welcomes Matt O'Reilly, Manager, Events and Classroom Technology, at the University of Toronto Mississauga, to the show. They…
Sep 9, 2025 · 49:24
This week on the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way welcomes Marc Cholewczynski, Associate Director of Academic Technology at Oregon State University, to the show. They discuss Marc's…
Sep 2, 2025 · 45:00
This week on the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way welcomes Daniel Wray, AV Field Tech at the University of Virginia to the show. He discusses his career trajectory, how he moved…
Aug 26, 2025 · 46:03
This week on the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way welcomes Lex Evans, Account Manager, Corporate AV & Live Events at Epiphan Video to duscuss her new role and journey through higher…
Aug 19, 2025 · 52:33
This week on the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way welcomes Tim Neviska, Senior Audiovisual Solutions Manager at Kenyon College. They discuss Tim's career trajectory, daily role,…
Jul 15, 2025 · 43:26
This week on the Higher Ed AV Podcast, we are presenting a replay of Episode 30 from March 12, 2019. Chris Neto and Mark Coxon takeover the show where Joe Way and BC Hatchett…
Jul 8, 2025 · 41:28
This week on the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way replays the HETMA Press Conference annoucning the #RoadTo10K initiative. On Tuesday, July 1, 2025, Erin Maher-Moran, Troy Powers,…
Jul 1, 2025 · 49:12
This week on the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way welcomes Chris Kelly, Senior IT Support Specialist to the show. They discuss his move into higher education, the value in goin…
Jun 27, 2025 · 7:06
In this InfoComm 2025 spotlight, we meet Jeff VandeHoef and Jeremy Meyer from CableEZ, whose deceptively simple hardware is solving a frustrating and costly AV problem:…
Jun 27, 2025 · 9:06
In this InfoComm 2025 follow-up, BC Hatchett sits down with Jeff Meyer of Inogeni to unpack what the Canadian AV engineering firm showcased this year — and why it matters for…
Jun 26, 2025 · 8:50
In this post-InfoComm 2025 conversation, Ryan catches up with Steve Bogart from Atlona, who shares what the company rolled out during the show season — even though he missed the…
Jun 26, 2025 · 6:21
At InfoComm 2025, HETMA’s BC Hatchett sat down with Kaleo Lee and Sophia Negyesi from Korbyt to explore how the company is moving beyond traditional digital signage and toward a…
Jun 26, 2025 · 10:58
In the constant buzz of InfoComm 2025, some booths felt like product launch parties. Others felt like technical deep dives. But the Huddly booth? That felt like a conversation —…
Jun 25, 2025 · 5:20
Live from InfoComm 2025, Daryl Krall of Panasonic joined HETMA to walk through their higher ed-ready AV portfolio — including laser projectors, PTZ cameras, and centralized…
Jun 24, 2025 · 48:48
This week on the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way welcomes Matt Kaminski, Audio Visual & Digital Services Program Director, at the University of California, Berkeley on the show.…
Jun 23, 2025 · 9:10
Live at InfoComm 2025, Richard Hunt of Sharp joined HETMA at the booth to talk through Sharp’s latest launches for higher ed — including long-life laser projectors, interactive…
Jun 21, 2025 · 5:05
From the InfoComm 2025 show floor, Rob Abbott joined HETMA at the Nureva booth to break down how their new HDX Series is making large room audio simpler for higher ed teams. He…
Jun 20, 2025 · 7:23
Live from the HETMA booth at InfoComm 2025, Ryan Budvitis of Shure talks about new products designed to simplify and scale campus audio — including IntelliMix Room Kits, the ANX4…
Jun 20, 2025 · 4:36
Recorded live from the InfoComm show floor, Jay Lyons joins the HETMA podcast to talk through Logitech’s latest higher ed solutions, including the Rally Camera Streamline Kit, a…
Jun 19, 2025 · 6:09
Dalen Reifsteck sits down live at the HETMA booth to walk through AVer’s camera-first approach to hybrid learning. He outlines the use cases for their new TR615 broadcast PTZ,…
Jun 19, 2025 · 7:14
In this upbeat floor interview, Jim Kidwell from Audinate joins the HETMA crew to talk about the expansion of the Dante platform beyond audio and into video with Dante AV. He…
Jun 18, 2025 · 9:35
Chuck Espinoza brings high energy and clarity to this early-morning InfoComm interview, recorded pre-show floor opening at the Camp HETMA booth. As Aurora’s Global Director of…
Jun 18, 2025 · 8:29
John Hulen joins the podcast from the always-busy Crestron booth to talk about their 2025 InfoComm presence and strategy. He covers the booth’s improved design, new additions to…
Jun 17, 2025 · 33:18
This week on the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way welcomes Lisle Waldron, Erin Maher-Moran, Ann Kelly, and BC Hatchett on the show, live from the HETMA booth on the InfoComm show…
Jun 6, 2025 · 26:22
In this final installment of our four-part series sponsored by Korbyt, guest host Britt Yenser leads a dynamic and thoughtful conversation on the importance of accessibility in…
Jun 3, 2025 · 37:53
This week on the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way welcomes Dave Labuskes, CEO of AVIXA, the company responsible for the InfoComm show. They discuss what’s happening with this year’s…
May 27, 2025 · 48:10
This week on the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way welcomes Troy Powers (HETMA Vice-Chair), Teddy Murphy (HETMA 1-Year At-Large BoD, and Ann Kelly (Events Chair) to the podcast to…
May 23, 2025 · 29:13
What do you do when your classroom tech needs a refresh, but your budget is running on fumes? In this episode, guest host Britt Yenser leads an energetic and insightful…
May 20, 2025 · 48:24
This week on the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way welcomes James Scoggins, Media Technology Specialist at Grayson College, to the show. James discusses his role within the small but…
May 9, 2025 · 43:35
Beyond the Lecture Hall: Enhancing Student Engagement with Digital Signage & Interactive Tech – How dynamic AV/IT tools are reshaping student communication and engagement. In…
May 6, 2025 · 47:23
This week on the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way welcomes Melis Vardar, Manager of AV/IT Operations at UCLA, to the show, who was recently named to the 2025 Class of SCN's "The…
Apr 29, 2025 · 48:52
This week on the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way welcomes Jon Youse, Director of Educational Technology Support and Operations at Ivy Tech Community College, to the show. They…
Apr 25, 2025 · 45:42
In this first episode of a special four-part series sponsored by Korbyt, guest host Britt Yenser dives into the evolving world of digital signage and smart campus communication.…
Apr 8, 2025 · 43:03
This week on the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way welcomes Aaron Baker, Classroom Support Technician at Stephen F. Austin Univeristy, to the show. They discuss Aaron's career…
Apr 1, 2025 · 47:07
This week on the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way welcomes Jay Lyons, Product Manager, Mobility EDU, at Logitech to the show. They discuss the changes, trends, and challenges facing…
Mar 25, 2025 · 44:27
This week on the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way welcomes Sahil Dhingra, Co-founder and Co-CEO, of XTEN-AV to the show. They discuss design and tech trends impacting higher ed, AI,…
Mar 20, 2025 · 44:30
This week on the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way welcomes Ace Hazziez to the show. Ace is a recent graduate of the YearUp program as an intern at Northwestern University. His…
Mar 20, 2025 · 57:59
The seventh HETMA Virtual Conference was a huge success and that's a testament to all our members, both in higher ed and our corporate partners. To kick it off, Joe Way talks…
Mar 20, 2025 · 42:14
Integrated Systems Europe 2025 was one for the books! The best one yet. Joe Way interviews Hunter Stacey, Teddy Murphy, Melis Vardar, Troy Powers, and Erin Maher-Moran, hearing…
Feb 12, 2025 · 5:42
HETMA would like to thank XTEN for sponsoring us during ISE 2025! XTEN-AV offers innovative software solutions designed to streamline AV design, proposal creation, and project…
Feb 11, 2025 · 5:47
HETMA would like to thank Symetrix for sponsoring us during ISE 2025! Symetrix specializes in professional audio hardware, software, and AV control systems, delivering innovative…
Feb 7, 2025 · 5:18
HETMA would like to thank Audinate for sponsoring us during ISE 2025! Audinate is a leading provider of professional digital audio networking technologies, specializing in the…
Feb 7, 2025 · 3:58
HETMA would like to thank Screenbeam for sponsoring us during ISE 2025! ScreenBeam provides advanced wireless collaboration solutions designed to streamline content sharing and…
Feb 6, 2025 · 4:27
HETMA would like to thank Panopto for sponsoring us during ISE 2025! Panopto is a dynamic platform designed to revolutionize the way organizations create, manage, and share video…
Feb 6, 2025 · 6:42
HETMA would like to thank Nureva for sponsoring us during ISE 2025! Nureva is an innovator in audio and video conferencing solutions, known for its cutting-edge technology that…
Feb 6, 2025 · 2:56
HETMA would like to thank Peerless for sponsoring us during ISE 2025! Peerless-AV is an industry-leading designer and manufacturer of audiovisual solutions, offering a…
Feb 6, 2025 · 5:28
HETMA would like to thank X20 Media for sponsoring us during ISE 2025!X2O Media, a global leader in digital communication solutions, transforms the way organizations connect,…
Feb 6, 2025 · 7:52
HETMA would like to thank Epiphan for sponsoring us during ISE 2025! Epiphan Video is a leading provider of audiovisual solutions designed to capture, stream, record, and play…
Feb 6, 2025 · 7:08
HETMA would like to thank Aurora for sponsoring us during ISE 2025! Aurora Multimedia is a leader in providing cutting-edge audio-visual solutions designed to enhance every…
Feb 6, 2025 · 4:19
HETMA would like to thank Huddly for sponsoring us during ISE 2025! Huddly is dedicated to empowering human collaboration through disruptive innovation. By combining expertise in…
Feb 6, 2025 · 5:04
HETMA would like to thank Shure for sponsoring us during ISE 2025! Shure, celebrating its 100th anniversary this year, has been a leader in audio innovation and excellence since…
Feb 6, 2025 · 5:43
HETMA would like to thank Atlona for sponsoring us during ISE 2025! Atlona is a trusted leader in AV solutions, delivering innovative, high-performance products that make…
Feb 5, 2025 · 6:56
HETMA would like to thank Inogeni for sponsoring us during ISE 2025! Inogeni is a company that specializes in innovative video and audio solutions, designed to simplify the way…
Feb 5, 2025 · 9:14
Artome is a company that specializes in creating mobile and user-friendly AV solutions for education and corporate environments. Their flagship product, the Artome All-in-One, is…
Feb 5, 2025 · 6:55
HETMA would like to thank Logitech for sponsoring us during ISE 2025! Logitech is a global leader in innovation, creating products that bring people together through technology,…
Feb 4, 2025 · 6:48
HETMA would like to thank Igloo for sponsoring us during ISE 2025! Igloo is a company at the forefront of immersive technology, specializing in creating next-level, interactive…
Feb 4, 2025 · 6:27
HETMA would like to thank Heckler for sponsoring us during ISE 2025! Heckler is a forward-thinking company that specializes in creating sleek, functional solutions for higher…
Feb 4, 2025 · 7:59
HETMA would like to thank Catchbox for sponsoring us during ISE 2025! Catchbox is a higher-ed focused company that brings fun and interaction into events with its unique…
Jan 14, 2025 · 36:17
Mike Blackman, Executive Director of Integrated Systems Europe, returns to the show for an annual ISE preview with Joe Way. They discuss the exciting developments for this year's…
Jan 7, 2025 · 45:22
HETMA is heading to ISE 2025 as the first higher ed end user community with a booth directly on the show floor! Follow all our coverage at https://www.higheredav.com/ISE2025. And…
Nov 12, 2024 · 42:03
Higher Ed AV Podcast Episode 269 Live from RTM Higher Ed Fall CIO Congress Phoenix, Arizona Over the past ten years, AV and IT have seen a convergence and reliance upon one…
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