🎙️🔥 On The Jumbotron is back with an epic convo! Host Christopher Lee chops it up with David Pederson 🎥🏈, Senior Athletic Director at War Eagle Productions at #Auburn University, about his wild ride into GameDay entertainment.

💡 From early career moves to the game-changing impact of Husker Vision, they dive into: 🎬 The power of storytelling in video production 🏟️ Insane GameDay moments & fan engagement tricks ⚡ Keeping the energy high in the control room 🐅 Auburn’s legendary traditions & the Iron Bowl hype 🚀 How tech & video boards are leveling up the fan experience 👥 Mentorship, leadership moves, & balancing family in the fast-paced sports world

If you love sports, live production, and GameDay magic, this episode is for you! 📺🔥 #PressPlay

🎙️ Podcast Summary:

Join host Christopher Lee in this exciting episode as he welcomes the hilarious and insightful B Daht! 🌟 Get ready for a show filled with laughter, takeaways, and awesome insights. 😄 B Daht shares his unexpected journey into PA announcing, which began as a controversial decision to keep him off the football field.

Key highlights include:

• The importance of engaging the audience and creating a memorable game day experience 🎉
• Why PA announcers need extensive knowledge of the game 🧠
• How comedy plays a crucial role in making the experience enjoyable for fans 😂
• The impact of mentorship and industry influences on B Daht's career 🤝
• Maintaining professionalism, even when the home team is losing 🏅
• B Daht's unique style that sets him apart from traditional PA announcers 🎤
• Enhancing the overall experience beyond just announcing stats 📊
• B Daht's dedication to making every game feel special for attendees 🌟

The conversation dives into B Daht's personal growth and evolution as a professional, emphasizing how controlling the atmosphere and engaging the audience are key to a successful event. Learn about the importance of voice conditioning, pronouncing names correctly, and how technology is changing the landscape of PA announcing.

Tune in to hear about the pivotal moments in B Daht's career, like the Freestyle Funny Comedy Show, and discover why preparation is essential for any PA announcer aiming for success. 🚀

Christopher Lee interviews 🎙️ Brandon Meier, the Senior Associate Athletic Director for Marketing and Multimedia at Nebraska. 🎥

They dive into Brandon's journey into game day production, the evolution of video tech in sports, and the importance of creating engaging content for fans. Brandon shares insights on:

• The influence of Jeff Schmalt

• The role of students in production 🎓

• Memorable events like Volleyball Day 🏐 and drone shows 🚁

They also discuss the significance of rehearsals, timing in content delivery ⏰, and the future of production with new technologies. 🚀