S1E7: Is It Time To Ditch The Cloud? With Strada's Michael Cioni

S01E07: WIN TV Case Study with Matt Cable

Australia’s WIN TV is the largest regional broadcaster in the country. They produce 16 news bulletins every weekday across a vast area. Their old multi-vendor system had become fragile and expensive to maintain. In this episode Matt Cable from WIN TV talks about their move to nxtedition. He explains why they replaced years of complex racks with a simpler, consolidated setup and how this shift is changing the way they work. Matt also shares how the team is handling change management and what it takes to support newsrooms spread thousands of kilometres apart. It is a rare look inside a major broadcast upgrade while it is still happening. A good listen for anyone interested in newsroom workflows, automation and large scale operations.

S1E7: Is It Time To Ditch The Cloud? With Strada's Michael Cioni

Cloud-first workflows promised freedom, but are they already hitting their limits? In this episode, Michael Cioni argues that by the 2030s the cracks will show — slow upload speeds, huge camera files, and endless storage bills will make pure cloud production unsustainable. We talk about why post-production needs a new path, how peer-to-peer technology can deliver 4K collaboration without the cloud, and why the future of AI may run closer to the edge than anyone expects. Highlights • Why cloud-first workflows will fail by the 2030s • The real cost of renting storage forever • How Strada streams 4K ProRes peer-to-peer with no upload wait • AI at the edge — smarter, greener, cheaper • Why openness beats glueware and vertical integration • Michael’s best advice: take a bigger lead-off Guest Michael Cioni — Co-founder & CEO of Strada [https://www.strada.tech] More from nxtedition Website: nxtedition.com [https://www.nxtedition.com] YouTube: @nxtedition [https://www.youtube.com/@nxtedition]

S01E06: How To Create Maps From Live Data with Magdalena Muhr

In this episode of nxt|pod, we’re joined by Magdalena Muhr - aka Maggie - from Mapcreator.io, a powerful mapping tool that’s changing how broadcasters and content creators visualise and present data.We explore how real-time geodata, interactive maps, and cloud-based graphics are reshaping storytelling in broadcast and digital media—and how even the most complex maps can now be created by anyone in seconds. 💡 What we explore in this episode: ✅ Maggie’s journey from Austria to leading innovation in mapping tech ✅ Why maps are essential to fight misinformation & improve viewer trust ✅ How Mapcreator empowers newsrooms with real-time, data-driven visuals ✅ The integration with tools like Adobe After Effects, Illustrator & nxtedition ✅ Why cloud-based map creation beats traditional static workflows ✅ The role of AI in maps—beyond automation into contextual intelligence ✅ The rise of AR/VR-driven geo-visual storytelling ✅ Why influencers & broadcasters both need better visual tools ✅ Cross-platform map design: From phones to studio touchscreens 🎯 Who should watch this episode? 🔹 Journalists & producers embracing visual storytelling 🔹 Broadcast designers and newsroom editors 🔹 Data journalists and digital content teams 🔹 Creators and influencers exploring rich media formats 🔹 Anyone curious about mapping, AI, or newsroom innovation 📍 Find out more about Maggie & Mapcreator 🌍 Website: https://mapcreator.io [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbHZWSGxNVVI2S05QS2gxQ2JEZTgzUG5mWEpLQXxBQ3Jtc0ttVm55T21xTHQ5bXZ0RXFhS3pldFlpczhnbDY0eXFidWRfVmZIdHh1R1VKNjJXTHA0eGJhRlQ3MDMxckJSOFBKWHd4bTFiUC1pMHRUQ2ZzcnBhNzlhSHh5WTJneFVDV2JoMWN0azB5aXVNRDN1OVZRMA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fmapcreator.io%2F&v=OUnsnlDGYRQ] 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mmuhr/ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbFlrQWJVNmxkQVdHdExkaS1MN3IwRWw2cEVQUXxBQ3Jtc0ttNmtSZHVXY2lOVElfcjRqS20zTVk5Y0xjdU1TMUx3TjBINjBkVzlHZ3Y5b2xKSnhsdVBoZVZEOEYtWU83UUo5ZjNqQnZGT2lzeXlyNXl0NjQxMTgzVWRxSmpsNzZUck82RERCdmpDdFhHNUg0VjR2TQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fmmuhr%2F&v=OUnsnlDGYRQ] 📺 Explore more from nxtedition:🌐 Website: https://www.nxtedition.com [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbGk1emRMdVFnZWhEN0ROeUpOZFQxZzdFSDJUZ3xBQ3Jtc0trM1VGRHVuNjloTVQxQzROeXlGbVVWQkdVTldtaVpxMEFfeGZNS056N1FodWhaQTVmbmlPakRpY04zUlpUaTdOcjlnbGFmR1FETWtHUGY4MUxWbkExak5KeF95V1oxdllua2ZVOWhITlk1bExYREo5MA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nxtedition.com%2F&v=OUnsnlDGYRQ] 🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple & all major podcast platforms📺 YouTube: @nxtedition

S01E05: The Evolution of Broadcast and AV With Marc Risby

In this episode, we sit down with Marc Risby, Managing Director of Boxer Systems, to unpack the massive transformation happening in the world of broadcast and AV.From the real cost of cloud workflows to the rise of IP standards like SMPTE 2110, NDI & Dante, we explore the technology shifts, budget pressures, and creative opportunities that are reshaping media today. Plus, we dive into why AV is outpacing traditional broadcast in innovation—and how the influencer generation is raising the bar on production quality. 💡 What we cover in this episode: ✅ Why broadcasters are rethinking cloud due to hidden costs & complexity ✅ SMPTE 2110 vs. NDI vs. IPMX—what you really need to know ✅ How AV is becoming more agile, fast-moving, and influential in media tech ✅ Legacy broadcast workflows vs. modern IP-based systems ✅ How influencers are pushing broadcast standards from the outside ✅ Whether SDI is really dead—or still has a place in the modern workflow ✅ The case for hybrid production & on-prem systems in a 24/7 world ✅ The AV-broadcast convergence: why news workflows are going corporate ✅ How COVID changed content production—and what we forgot too quickly 🎯 This episode is for: 🔹 Broadcasters navigating change 🔹 AV professionals exploring media tech 🔹 CTOs & tech leaders balancing cost vs. innovation 🔹 Anyone curious about the future of live production & hybrid workflows 🔹 Creators looking to understand the enterprise media world 🔗 Explore more from Marc & Boxer Systems: 🌐 Website: https://www.boxer.co.uk [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbkxQWU1SODQ5SWdnV2VLLThoeU55TnFJMXRpQXxBQ3Jtc0tsY21rSGVGSVUtNVQzaWJtWWFUMm9lSF9vNUt1c2QzZjk5N2F6LXhjRWt1WVZiMXBHX3oyeXJfelB6VThuZ1JmdUhVSzBVekxhWjRHSjI1VGlxNHlwQzdfdWhyWVMwTVdGRUdQTjJ4dml0NVJ5UVh1RQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.boxer.co.uk%2F&v=tpDDc1Masf8] 📱 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcrisby/ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbG9GOFVKaFczZjFjZllTOTdUczVVOU41QnJTZ3xBQ3Jtc0ttOEZlWVNFMVl2LXd4OHRJanZmYkE3dDQ3ZnZ0ajVXeDY1N1pwTGphMnpFT2V0MEtCZFFDdjd3N3pkZi1ZZEFmSERUbkoxVWdEeUVlOFhZaDRJOHRySTZjV2lDUXdDcUVKZDd1ZWR0X1Y1WlJ6RXhwSQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fmarcrisby%2F&v=tpDDc1Masf8] 📺 Check out nxtedition for cutting-edge broadcast tech: 🌍 Website: https://www.nxtedition.com [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbktqaFZhZklwcnk4eVlscDZNSDJFU2szQllZd3xBQ3Jtc0tsbkVpbHhobmp0a2lfUVU4WDNlSGFCRnhUY0VJbjRJSDVDZDNIUE9mOXB1UHhsU2RhaVJSU1VNTUZoS21KVkhlWlpibzkwdUFhbTc1MWpyUFVDRy0wUXlJSGVxU3pDVlpZaXEtazU2N004bzl1NHJqTQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nxtedition.com%2F&v=tpDDc1Masf8] 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nxtedition [https://www.youtube.com/@nxtedition] 🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & all major platforms

S01E04: What’s Next for AI, Cloud & Broadcasting - with Bruce Devlin

In this episode of nxt|pod, we sit down with Bruce Devlin, aka Mr. MXF, to explore some of the biggest shifts happening in broadcasting, AI, and cloud technology. From the rise of AI-generated content to the ongoing debate between cloud vs. on-prem infrastructure, Bruce shares his expert insights on the challenges and opportunities facing the media industry today. We discuss: • How AI is changing media workflows—and whether it’s making us less skilled • The hidden costs of cloud adoption and why some broadcasters are reconsidering on-prem solutions • The importance of content provenance in an era of deepfakes and misinformation • Why quality in streaming and broadcast is not always equal • The future of broadcasting—and where companies should be investing next With decades of experience in broadcast standards, SMPTE, and media workflows, Bruce brings a wealth of knowledge and some hilarious analogies to help explain complex tech trends in a way that’s easy to understand. 🎙️ Whether you’re in media, tech, or just curious about the future of content, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss! 🎯 Learn more about Bruce Devlin & Metarex:🌍 Mr. MXF Website: https://mrmxf.com/ [https://mrmxf.com/]🌍 Metarex Website: https://metarex.media/ [https://metarex.media/]📱 Follow Bruce on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrmxf/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrmxf/] 📺 Check out nxtedition for cutting-edge broadcast tech: 🌍 Website:https://www.nxtedition.com [https://www.nxtedition.com] 📺 YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@nxtedition [https://www.youtube.com/@nxtedition] 🎙️ Enjoyed this episode? Don’t forget to follow, rate & review the podcast – and share it with someone who needs to hear this! 🚀 #DigitalPrivacy #ContentSecurity #AI #FakeNews #Misinformation