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Episode 129 Brand-new house. Same Clyde. New pixel problems.

What’s up Brian?! This week we’re joined by the pixel wizard himself — Clyde Lindsey of Pixel Pro Displays — and he's starting fresh with a brand-new house and a clean slate for blinky greatness. Fresh off the Ohio Mini, Clyde’s spilling the beans on: 🏡 His brand-new display setup (spoiler: it’s gonna be 🔥) 🎄 How moving has reshaped his RGB strategy 🧰 Planning a show from the ground up — from layout to lighting philosophy 🎙️ The evolving world of sequencing, teaching, and giving back to the community This isn’t just about pixels — it’s about reinvention, creativity, and how Clyde keeps pushing forward with purpose (and a few extension cords). 🚧 In This Episode: * What Clyde's dreaming up for his new space * The importance of planning ahead (and when to throw the plan out) * Behind-the-scenes of running Pixel Pro Displays * Why the Ohio Mini was a much-needed reset button * Clyde’s take on balancing content creation, installs, and still loving the hobby 💬 Have a spicy name for Clyde’s new display? Drop it in the comments 🎧 Like, share, and subscribe if you’ve ever started over with a blank yard and big dreams

Episode 128 J.R. Takes Ohio (And Probably the Wrong Exit)

What’s up Brian?! J.R. packed his bags, forgot half his gear, and flew cross-country to hit up the Ohio Mini — and of course, chaos followed. In this episode, we get the full debrief: Flight delays, sketchy hotels, and what not to pack Behind-the-scenes stories from the Ohio lighting crew Booth setups with more zip ties than sense And community hangs that made the whole trip worth it Whether you were there in person or living vicariously through livestreams, this is your inside look at the Midwest madness — with plenty of laughs, lighting tips, and bad food choices sprinkled in. 🧳 Highlights Include: Meeting legends like [insert names if you want shoutouts] What made the Ohio Mini different (in a good way!) Tips for surviving your first travel Mini Why J.R.’s luggage still smells like pixel dust 🎤 Quote of the trip: “At least I didn’t forget the power supply… this time.” 💬 Tell us your favorite Mini memory in the comments 🛫 Like, share, and subscribe if you’ve ever traveled with props in a carry-on

🎧 Episode 127: “King of Coro… But We Didn’t Talk About Coro – James Hohensee from Boscoyo”

What’s up Brian?! We finally got James Hohensee III — the mastermind behind Boscoyo and the unofficial King of Coro — on the show… and barely talked about coro at all. 😂 Instead, we went off-script in the best way: 🎤 James opens up about community, burnout, and the real reason he keeps showing up 🧰 Behind-the-scenes stories from the early days of Boscoyo 🎯 What it’s like being in the RGB world this long — and what still excites him 💬 Honest talk about growing the hobby without losing the fun 🧠 In This Episode: * How James went from tinkering to building an empire of flutes and flakes * What drives him to keep innovating (hint: it’s not just money or coro) * His take on the future of prop design and DIY * Why staying grounded matters more than staying trendy 💬 Ever built a show with Boscoyo props? Tag us and tell James your favorite 🎧 Like, share, and subscribe if you’re here for the heart behind the hobby — not just the hardware

🎧 Episode 126: “Devon Did What?! DB Lights & the Show That Broke the Neighborhood”

What’s up Brian?! In this episode, we sit down with Devon from DB Lights, a guy who took “go big or go home” and accidentally lit up everyone’s homes. We dive into: 💥 The insane show that pushed gear, pixels, and neighborhood patience to the limit 🎛️ How Devon built it, what broke, and who called the city (again) 📈 Lessons learned from pushing the edge of epic 🎉 The unexpected community reaction — from love to light rage ⚡ In This Episode: * Devon’s favorite tools and biggest regrets * Why the neighbors probably still have sunglasses on * How a backyard hobby became a full-blown phenomenon * The moment Devon realized… “uh oh, this might be too good” 💬 Ever push your show too far? Share your “oops” moment in the comments 🔔 Like, share, and subscribe if you’ve ever triggered a blackout (or just annoyed your HOA)

🎧 Episode 125: “Fresh Off the Boat, Running Late & McVay’s Surprise Plan”

What’s up Brian?! This episode hits right after wheels-down — and we’re running on fumes, fast food, and pure lighting adrenaline. J.R.’s back from the high seas, Brian’s trying to keep it together, and McVay’s got something sneaky up his sleeve. We chat about: 🛳️ Post-cruise chaos and jumping right back into Mini prep ⏰ Why every great lighting idea happens when you’re running late 🎭 The mystery of McVay’s “surprise” — and why it makes us nervous 🤣 Side tangents, jetlag jokes, and the usual community shoutouts 🧨 In This Episode: * A cruise recap with more RGB withdrawal than relaxation * Trying to catch up on projects while still unpacking * What McVay’s planning (we think?) and how it might involve pixels * Why we never learn from doing it last minute 💬 Got a theory on what McVay’s cooking up? Drop it in the comments 📦 Like, share, and subscribe if you’ve ever returned from vacation straight into prop madness