What’s up Brian?! Yeah, we were late — but we showed up, fired it up, and didn’t lift. In this wide-open-throttle episode, we hit you with lighting chaos, event prep panic, and stories that probably should’ve stayed in the group chat. Expect:
⚙️ Last-minute builds (some held together by hope and zip ties)
🚨 Real talk about burnout, deadlines, and doing too much too fast
🤣 Tangents, tech fails, and unexpected guests (as always) Whether you’re in crunch mode for a show or just here for the therapy session, this one’s got the good, the bad, and the beautifully broken. 🔥 In This Episode:

• Why we were late (spoiler: it’s exactly what you think)
• When “good enough” is actually the best setting
• How to recover when everything goes sideways — live
• Shoutouts to the MVPs who help us fake it ‘til it blinks

💬 Got a last-minute save story? Drop it in the comments
🚦 Like, share, and subscribe if “testing live” is your default setting

What’s up Brian?! In this high-octane episode, we mash up two things you didn’t know you needed together: Christmas lights and race cars. That’s right — the RGB life meets the need for speed, and the ride definitely doesn’t go as planned. We talk:
🏁 The crossover between lighting fanatics and race fanatics
🎄 How pixels ended up in the pit lane
🚗 Late-night builds, high-speed installs, and why zip ties are universal
😂 Stories from the track and the garage that’ll make you question our sanity It’s fast, it’s funny, and it's got just enough chaos to be a Professional Triers episode. 🚦 In This Episode:

• The wildest place we’ve ever seen coro
• What racing and light shows really have in common
• Why event setup feels a lot like race prep (just sweatier)
• And yes — someone brought a controller to the track

💬 Ever combine two hobbies into one giant mess? We wanna hear about it!
🏎️ Like, share, and subscribe if your weekends involve both pixels and pit stops.

What’s up Brian?! You know it’s almost showtime when we start talking SoCal Mini, and this episode is your front-row sneak peek into the 2025 edition — coming in hot with more pixels, more chaos, and probably someone forgetting the power supply. We break down what to expect at this year’s SoCal Mini:
🔥 Speakers, sessions, and the infamous after-hours parking lot builds
🛠️ Who’s bringing what, what’s new, and what’s definitely not tested yet
🎤 Inside stories from past Minis — from total fails to fan-favorite moments Whether you’re a SoCal regular or thinking about attending your first Mini, this is your unofficial guide to what’s coming, who’s showing up, and how to not embarrass yourself (too much). ☀️ In This Episode:

• New faces, OG legends, and vendor surprises
• Tips for surviving the weekend without losing a controller
• Why SoCal Minis feel like the lighting community’s summer camp
• And Brian’s bold prediction for who forgets their laptop this year

📍Coming to SoCal? Drop a comment and let us know what you’re excited about
📦 Not coming? We’ll guilt you into it by the end of this episode 💡 Subscribe, share, and light it up — because this Mini’s gonna be legendary.

We took the Professional Triers energy straight to the East Coast and brought back stories, mishaps, and maybe a few TSA-flagged props. In this live episode, we unpack the madness that is the East Coast Christmas Show — from jaw-dropping builds to behind-the-scenes chaos that only our lighting fam could appreciate. Whether you were there in person, caught the stream, or had FOMO from your garage, we’ve got the scoop. 🚨 Expect:

• Unexpected travel fails (shoutout to the rental van from hell)
• Community legends doing what they do best — winging it live
• Our favorite booths, props, and “oops” moments
• Late-night stories from the hotel lobby that may or may not involve zip ties

🎄 In This Episode:

• Highlights from the East Coast Mini
• Who brought what (and who forgot everything)
• Vendor shoutouts, real talk, and live Q&A chaos
• Why this event felt more like a family reunion than a trade show

💡 Whether you’re planning your first Mini or just here for the behind-the-scenes laughs, this one’s packed with the kind of moments that make the community special. 📲 Subscribe on YouTube, Apple, Spotify, and wherever you get your chaos.
💬 Drop a comment if we caught you on camera or forgot to shout you out — we’ll make it right (or at least pretend to)!

This week we go full Dewey Decimal and hang out with the man, the myth, the pixel-organizing machine — Brian Michael, aka The Librarian. He’s the guy who’s quietly keeping the RGB world from total chaos… with spreadsheets, backups, and more tabs open than your browser during Black Friday. But don’t let the calm voice fool you — Brian brings the heat with stories from the lighting trenches, data wizardry, and a sense of humor drier than last year’s zip ties. We talk:

• How he got the nickname “The Librarian” (spoiler: he earned it)
• Organization tips that’ll make your layout cry tears of joy
• The importance of documentation (yes, seriously — it matters)
• And why helping others is the real magic of this community

📚 In This Episode:

• Brian’s secret to surviving 800-node props
• The underrated joy of a well-labeled wire
• “Wait, you don’t document everything?”
• Why the lighting community needs more Brians

💬 Got your own lighting chaos story? Drop it in the comments.
🔔 Like, share, and subscribe if your show folder has more files than your kid’s school drive.

This week we’re pulling back the curtain on the guys who keep the lights running, the props standing, and the magic flowing — Tom Stallings and Fred! Forget the spotlight — these two are the backbone of big builds, helping everyone from first-timers to festival legends get their pixels in a row. We dive into:

• How they got started (spoiler: with less gear and more duct tape)
• Lessons learned from builds that should have been disasters
• The beauty of doing things the “wrong” way until it works
• And why being behind the scenes doesn’t mean being behind the magic

This one’s full of laughs, lighthearted roasting, and the kind of real talk that only comes from years of doing the dirty work no one sees — and loving it. 🛠️ In This Episode:

• Tom’s trick for staying calm when stuff explodes (figuratively… mostly)
• Fred’s “we’re doing it live” attitude in action
• Tales from Minis, installs, and long days that turned into longer nights
• Why community over clout always wins

🙌 These guys are the heart of the hobby — humble, helpful, and hilarious. 📣 Shout out your favorite behind-the-scenes hero in the comments
💡 Like, share, and subscribe if you’ve ever said, “I’ll fix it later”... and never did

We’re back — unscripted, under-caffeinated, and oversharing as usual! In this episode of Story Time!!, J.R. and Brian dive headfirst into the chaotic side of building big shows, questionable setups, and lessons learned the hard (read: hilarious) way. We talk about:

• Late-night builds that probably broke OSHA
• Brian’s mystery bag of tools (no one knows what’s in there)
• A lighting story so ridiculous, even xLights wouldn’t map it
• Family interruptions mid-prop build
• And the real MVP: duct tape

It's like sitting around a campfire… if the fire was made of RGB nodes and the marshmallows were zip ties. Whether you’re wiring pixels in your garage or just here for the laughs, this episode is a solid reminder: trying and failing is half the fun. 🛠️ This one’s for you if:

• You’ve ever yelled “It worked last night!”
• You’ve run a show on 2 hours of sleep and pure hope
• You’ve used a child’s homework folder as a prop base (no judgment)

📢 Comment with your own lighting horror story — we’ll read the best (or worst) one next episode.
👍 Like, share, and subscribe so we can keep doing this chaos live.

What’s up Brian?! In this episode, we finally wrangle the myth, the man, the Mini-Master himself — Ron Armstrong! He joins us for a laid-back (but wildly insightful) chat about his journey into RGB chaos, how he accidentally built a mini empire (literally), and why SoCal Mini has more extension cords than sense. We talk building props ‘til 3AM, tech fails that should’ve been livestreamed, and how Ron’s philosophy of “just try it and see what breaks” made him a community legend. Expect unfiltered laughs, heartfelt shout-outs, and a few behind-the-scenes stories you definitely weren’t supposed to hear. 🔥 If you’ve ever zip-tied something questionable to get a show running, this one’s for you. 🧰 In This Episode:

• Ron’s first DIY lighting disaster
• The origin of SoCal Mini (and how it almost didn’t happen)
• Show setups gone wrong — and right
• Family life with RGB in the garage
• Why he keeps showing up for the community

💬 Drop your favorite Ron story in the comments
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📸 Share your own Mini build and tag us — we might roast it on the next episode

🚨 Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Look! 🚨 Meet Bobby Galeza, the mastermind behind Island Lights on Pork Chop Island! 🌟 In this episode, we dive deep into Bobby’s passion for Christmas light displays, how he turned a small traffic island into a holiday spectacle, and the challenges he overcame to make it happen. 🎄💡 🔹 The origin of "Pork Chop Island" 🏝️ 🔹 How Bobby designs and builds his stunning light show ✨ 🔹 Behind-the-scenes setup & technical secrets 🔌 🔹 Community reactions & heartwarming stories ❤️ 🔹 Future plans for the display 🎆 This is a must-watch for holiday lighting enthusiasts, DIY decorators, and Christmas lovers alike! 🎅🎶 📌 Don’t forget to LIKE, SHARE & SUBSCRIBE to stay updated on more incredible lighting displays and behind-the-scenes content! 🎥🎄 🔴 Watch Now: [Insert Video Link] 📺 Follow us on YouTube: @ProfessionalTriers 👍 Join the conversation on Facebook: @ProTriersPodcast #ChristmasLights #HolidayDisplay #LightShow #BehindTheScenes #BobbyGaleza #PorkChopIsland #ProfessionalTriers #HolidayMagic

Back after a Lifetime: Behind the Scenes of JR Display