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  • A Legacy of Sound

    A Legacy of Sound
    2025/06/05
    In this episode of Audio Talks, host Oisín Lunny sits down with Sean Olive, former Senior Fellow at HARMAN and one of the most influential figures in modern audio research. Known for his groundbreaking work on the HARMAN Sound Curve, Sean has helped elevate the entire industry’s understanding of sound quality - bridging the gap between how we hear and how we measure sound. From struggling with poor recordings of his own piano recitals and jazz orchestrations to his mentorship under audio legend Dr. Floyd Toole and leadership as President of the Audio Engineering Society, Sean’s mission has always been to transform the way we experience sound. Here, he shares the personal and professional journey that led him to reshape how we think about listener preferences, headphone equalization, and predictive modeling of sound quality.
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    45 分
  • From Boomboxes to Bluetooth

    From Boomboxes to Bluetooth
    2025/05/22
    In this episode of Audio Talks, host Oisin Lunny explores the rich history and exciting future of portable audio with Carsten Olesen from Harman International and Guy Hammett from Futuresource Consulting. From the vinyl Dansettes of the 1950s to today’s AI-enhanced Bluetooth speakers, the conversation traces the cultural, emotional, and technological evolution of music on the move. The guests discuss pivotal innovations like the JBL Flip and JBL Charge series, the rise of rugged party speakers, and the transformative potential of Bluetooth LE and Auracast. With personal stories, industry insights, and a look at what’s next, this episode is a celebration of how portable audio continues to shape our lives.
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    16 分
  • The Fragile Future of Audio Archives

    The Fragile Future of Audio Archives
    2025/05/09
    In this episode of Audio Talks, host Oisin Lunny engages with audio preservation experts David Seubert and Gerald Seligman to discuss the critical importance of preserving master recordings and audio heritage. They explore the devastating impact of the 2008 Universal Fire at Universal Studios, which destroyed countless irreplaceable recordings, and the broader implications for music history and cultural memory. The conversation delves into the challenges faced by both public institutions and commercial record labels in preserving audio, the fragility of audio heritage, the role of technology in restoration efforts, and how listeners can contribute to preserving sound history.
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    31 分
  • Greening the Live Events Industry

    Greening the Live Events Industry
    2025/04/24
    In this extended epsiode of Audio Talks, we explore how the live events industry is rising to the challenge of the climate crisis. Recorded on Earth Day, Oisin Lunny discusses what a greener live music industry could look like with Claire O’Neill - CEO and Co-Founder of A Greener Future and Katy Templeman-Holmes - Senior Director of Product Strategy & Sustainability at Harman Professionall. From cultural shifts across the live music industry, innovative solutions like Act 1.5, and the impact of power consumption, hear how everything from powerful collective action, food choices, and innovations in manufacturing are helping the industry reduce its carbon footprint and accelerate towards a greener future.
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    53 分
  • Meet the Data Driven Divas reshaping the Music Biz

    Meet the Data Driven Divas reshaping the Music Biz
    2025/04/10
    In this energy-loaded episode of Audio Talks, host Oisín Lunny is joined by two leading voices for change in the music industry: Linda Coogan Byrne, music publicist, DEI strategist, and author of Why Not Her?, and Vic Bain, music business consultant, academic, and founder of The F-List for Music. Together, they dive into deep-rooted gender inequalities in the industry, discuss latest data and share their personal journeys as activists, researchers, and change-makers. Tune in for a vivid conversation about resilience, representation, and rewriting the soundtrack of the future.
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    46 分
  • Audio Futures - The CTO Vision For A New World Of Sound

    Audio Futures - The CTO Vision For A New World Of Sound
    2025/03/27
    AI is revolutionizing everything – and audio is no exception. Get ready for a game-changing conversation as HARMAN CTO Armin Prommersberger joins host Oisin Lunny to dive into the electrifying intersection of AI, next-gen connectivity, and cutting-edge audio tech. Together, they’ll unveil a vision for the future — where sound isn’t just heard, but experienced with intelligence. Recorded live at the Club JBL Event in London.
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    24 分
  • Music in Political Campaigns

    Music in Political Campaigns
    2024/12/05
    In this episode of Audio Talks, host Oisin Lunny explores the powerful relationship between music and influence with Edgar Dino Gankendorff, Co-Managing Partner at Provosty & Gankendorff LLC and Richard Kirstein author of "Music Rights Without Fights" and founding partner at Resilient Music LLC. They discuss the role of music in shaping public narratives, from campaign anthems to cultural moments, and dive into the challenges artists face when their music is used without consent.
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    43 分
  • Empowering Artists

    Empowering Artists
    2024/11/21
    In this episode of Audio Talks, host Oisin Lunny sits down with Andy Robinson, Founder and CEO of Interstellar Music Services, to explore revolutionary business models, reshaping the music industry. Andy reveals how his groundbreaking pay-by-the-hour artist management service empowers creators without the exploitative contracts of the past. From managing rights to leveraging technology, discover how independent artists can build sustainable careers while staying in control of their art.
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    29 分