In this episode of AV in the Wild, hosts Iffat and Neil dive into one of the most exciting parts of ISE 2026: Fast Forward Friday - a designated day designed to champion the next generation of AV talent. Joined by an expert line-up of guests, including Matt Nimmons, Lee Kirkwood, Joseph Valerio and Daniel Centelles, the episode explores why investing in emerging professionals has never been more important. 

Special thanks to all our guests and the AVIXA TV Studio team for letting us use the studio as a backdrop to this important conversation. 

Presenter: Neil Fluester and Iffat Chaudry

Location: ISE 2026, Barcelona

Our hosts are joined by Jeff Hayward, presenter of the Integrated Home Podcast! In this episode, we dive into the world of home integration, what's new in the industry, and most importantly, ISE 2026! Comment down below who you would like to see next!Our hosts are joined by Jeff Hayward, presenter of the Integrated Home Podcast! In this episode, we dive into the world of home integration, what's new in the industry, and most importantly, ISE 2026! Comment down below who you would like to see next!

In this special ISE preview episode, Neil and Iffat speak to managing director Mike Blackman, aka ‘Mr ISE,’ to explore what’s ahead for ISE 2026, 3-6 February in Barcelona. As well as an exclusive reveal, the discussion also touches on event features and big news – including ‘Spark’, a new 4-day creative industries event – plus, insights into ISE’s mega trends including AI and cybersecurity, and a look at what’s happening away from the show floor. Along with practical advice for exhibitors and attendees, hear how ISE continues to Push Beyond industry expectations.  

With special thanks to Mike Blackman for sharing his expertise and behind-the-scenes updates only on AV in the Wild.  

Presenters: Neil Fluester, Iffat Chaudhry  

In this episode, Neil and Sam speak to panellists at UCX 2025 to discuss their experiences at the show and their thoughts on the evolving impact of artificial intelligence. The conversation covers meeting room user experience, strategies for addressing customer concerns, the role of AI as a tool for enhancing productivity – and spoiler alert – why AI is no replacement for the human touch.  

Special thanks to Erica Whittle from Sennheiser, Chris Neto from Midwich, Jane Hammersley of Blue Touch Paper, and Ed Orchard from QSC for sharing their perspectives live from UCX. 

Presenters: Neil Fluester, Sam Ward  

Location: UCX 2025, London 

In this episode, Neil serves as the onsite correspondent at IBC 2025. Addressing the prominent theme of Broadcast AV convergence within the ProAV sector, Neil engages exhibitors to discuss their perspectives and highlight recent innovations. This segment includes insights from Colin Farquhar of VITEC, Richard Bailey of Techex, Debbie Zheng of Absen, and Antoine Doublet of Deepsky. 

This Episodes Presenter: Neil Fluester 

Location: IBC 2025, Amsterdam 

In this episode, we catch up with Sam Minish – VP of Content Creation at AVIXA – at InfoComm 2025 to talk success at the Telly Awards, the philosophy behind AVIXA TV and Xchange Live, and why she is encouraging the AV industry to ‘pass the mic’ and get involved. 

This Episodes Presenters: Iffat Chaudry & Neil Fluester 

Location: InfoComm 2025, Orlando, USA.

In this episode, Iffat and Neil speak with technologist and AI specialist Noelle Russell about scaling responsible AI. Recorded at InfoComm, Noelle discusses her experience developing Amazon Alexa and offers her perspectives on the ongoing evolution of AI. The lively conversation covers topics including the importance of training AI, practical advice for using generative AI platforms, and considerations regarding AI's potential to support inclusion, wellbeing and assisted living.  

This Episodes Presenters: Iffat Chaudry & Neil Fluester 

Location: InfoComm 2025, Orlando, USA.

With special thanks to Midwich AV on Air for use of its podcast recording booth.