Jay Fraze from https://jayfranze.com/ is my guest. In this episode, cover listener feedback from last week. Jay has purchased a new Rode Wireless Pro mic set and a Zoom H6 and we get an update on Jay’s fire pit. Also, Jim is looking at a new Gazebo.

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Links

Rode Wirless Pro

Jim’s Gazebo

Show Segments

• Gardening and podcasting with Jay Franzi.[0:00]
  • Jim warns listeners against planting flowers too early due to potential frost.
  • Jay Franze discusses his podcast evolution and entertainment industry experience.
• Meeting old and new friends through work, including backstage experiences and concert tech.[3:22]
  • Jay Franze talks to old friends and new ones at concerts, going deeper in conversations than on his show.
  • Franze’s daughter gets to experience backstage tour, drum play, and arena view at a Brooks and Dunn concert.
  • Jim Collison shares stories of meeting Taylor Swift and Billy Joel, highlighting their kindness and dedication to fans.
• Tax software and refunds, with a few listeners sharing their experiences.[7:10]
  • Jim Collison and Jay Franze discuss listener emails and taxes.
  • John Biggs’ wife listens to the show, and Tony thanks her for it.
  • Jim Collison recommends TurboTax for crypto taxes, but Neil Franze prefers free tax software.
  • Jay Franze does his own taxes, finding TurboTax intuitive and easy to use.
• Taxes, podcasting, and printer issues.[12:13]
  • Jay Franze: User interface and payment are great, but higher prices may be coming.
  • Jim Collison: Taxes are expensive, but podcasting income helps offset costs.
  • Jim and Jay discuss printer issues, including Jay’s inkjet printer that stopped working and Jim’s wife’s wireless printer that needs an update.
• Printer reliability and cartridge quality.[16:00]
  • Jim Collison suggests using TurboTax to track tax-harvesting opportunities.
  • HP has faced criticism for their ink cartridges and software updates, leading to malfunctions.
  • Jim Collison and Jay Franze discuss printers, with Jim preferring laser jets and Jay finding them expensive and prone to issues.
  • Joe, Brian, and Kevin share their experiences with HP printers, with Joe calling them “hot garbage,” Brian using third-party cartridges, and Kevin mentioning quality concerns.
• Tax software, home storage solutions, and printing equipment.[21:10]
  • Ron from Canada is interested in setting up a home media server and wants to know the best way to do it.
  • Jim Collison suggests a show on the best way to set up storage servers for home use.
  • Jim Collison and Jay Franze discuss storage needs for video and audio files.
  • Jay Franze uses external hard drives for storage, while Jim Collison uses an Unraid box with four terabytes.
  • Jay Franze and Jim Collison discuss taxes and deductions for small businesses.
  • Jim uses a Canon MF 260 laser printer and recommends avoiding third-party ink cartridges.
• Scanners and printers, with a focus on HP and Canon brands.[28:06]
  • Jay Franze and Jim Collison discuss home security cameras and scanners, with Franze preferring HP products and Collison considering sheetfed scanners.
  • Collison receives an email from Ed Sullivan recommending a paintball blasting home security camera, which Collison is unsure about.
• Scanners and audio equipment for preserving memories.[30:49]
  • Jim and Jay discuss the importance of preserving old photos, with Jim sharing a personal experience of throwing away hundreds of pictures due to lack of recognition.
  • Tony recommends the ScanSnap scanner for nearly everything, including photos that are sensitive or old.
  • Jim and Jay discuss their experiences with various scanners and microphones.
  • Jay recently purchased a Rode wireless Pro lavalier microphone for interviews.
• Wireless microphone for better audio quality.[35:50]
  • Jay Franze explains the benefits of using a 32-bit float microphone for podcasting and YouTube content creation.
  • Jay Franze demonstrates a new microphone that can be clipped onto a collar or used with a lapel mic.
  • The microphone records locally and has a wide dynamic range, preventing clipping.
• Using a microphone for interviews at conventions, with focus on recording features and redundancy.[41:13]
  • Jim and Jay discuss using a reporter microphone for interviews at conventions, highlighting its portability and automatic recording features.
  • The recording feature allows for separate tracks, safety tracks, and redundancy, ensuring nothing is missed.
• Audio recording equipment for live events.[44:07]
  • Jay Franze discusses his experience with the Roadcast Pro, a wireless microphone system, and how it has helped him streamline his live events.
  • Jim Collison adds comments from chat, including a user who uses the system for live shows and conferences, and another who uses it for a mixed live remote audience.
  • Jay Franze discusses using the Zoom H6 handheld recorder for recording at conventions, with the option to use SM 58 microphones and cables for redundancy.
  • Jay Franze and Jim Collison discuss the benefits of the Rode microphone, including 32 bit float and built-in headphone jacks for live monitoring.
• Audio equipment for podcasting and home videos.[48:58]
  • Jay Franze wants to use a guest room for remote interviews, sitting back and facing the guest.
  • Jay Franze uses Zoom and Rode microphones for remote interviews, with Zoom as an IO box and Rode for backup.
  • Jim Collison and Jay Franze discuss the use of wireless microphones for podcasting and home videos.
  • They consider the possibility of using a wireless Rode mic to mik up a football player during a game.
• DJing at weddings, with a focus on personal anecdotes and lessons learned.[54:25]
  • Jay Franze and Jim Collison discuss their experiences as DJs, including a memorable gig where they played music for a wedding.
  • Franze recounts a time when he lost touch with his audience at a wedding, leading him to reconsider his approach to DJing.
• Audio equipment and live streaming.[56:58]
  • Jim Collison and Jay Franze discuss the use of the Road Caster Pro for live events, including school productions and church services.
  • Jay Franze mentions that he has extra Road Caster Pro microphones that he could donate to local organizations or events.
  • Jay Franze discusses the importance of planning for a firepit, including measuring and buying supplies.
  • Jim Collison expresses interest in Jay’s firepit and asks for feedback on outdoor items to buy.
• Using lavalier microphones for outdoor events and a suggestion for a gazebo purchase.[1:02:24]
  • Jay Franze discusses his small lake and potential use of a fire pit for teaching a Tesla class.
  • Jay and Jim discuss the importance of using high-quality audio equipment for recordings, especially for speakers who are not professionals.
  • Jay suggests using a gazebo as a good spot for monitors during outdoor events, and Jim agrees, mentioning that it can be a good idea to publish recordings online.
• Buying a gazebo for outdoor gatherings.[1:06:59]
  • Jim Collison and Jay Franze discuss a gazebo purchase, considering its size, installation, and potential use in bad weather.
  • Jim Collison thinks a gazebo would be a nice addition to his backyard, but Jay Franze expresses concerns about installation and smoke trapping.
  • Jim and Jay discuss a roofing project, including the cost and ease of installation.
  • Jim is hesitant to buy from Wayfair, preferring to shop at Walmart due to their return policy.
• Building a gazebo and pier on a small lake, with humor and tech talk.[1:13:03]
  • Jay Franze discusses a deal he found for a large screen TV and installation for $1,000, which he thinks is worth $2,000.
  • Jay and Jim Collison discuss the possibility of building a pier and tiki hut in Jay’s small lake neighborhood, with Jay’s wife expressing concerns about the neighbors’ reaction.
  • Jay Franze interviews engineer from rock band Five Finger Death Punch.
  • Jay and Jim Collison discuss the setup and sound for the band’s live shows.

More from Chat GPT

Jim Collison and Jay Franze discussed various tech gadgets and their applications in outdoor living, including planting flowers, backstage access, and audio recording techniques. They also shared their experiences with tax preparation software, printer issues, and scanning methods. Later, they explored home storage solutions, wireless microphones, and outdoor entertainment options, including installing a pergola. Jim expressed interest in providing shade and protection, while Jay raised concerns about cost and installation. Throughout the conversation, they emphasized the importance of understanding the audience and adapting to their preferences to remain relevant as DJs.

Outline

Gardening and podcasting with Jay Franzi.

• Jim warns listeners against planting flowers too early due to potential frost.
• Jay Franze discusses his podcast evolution and entertainment industry experience.

Meeting old and new friends through work, including backstage experiences and concert tech.

• Jay Franze talks to old friends and new ones at concerts, going deeper in conversations than on his show.
• Franze’s daughter gets to experience backstage tour, drum play, and arena view at a Brooks and Dunn concert.
• Jim Collison shares stories of meeting Taylor Swift and Billy Joel, highlighting their kindness and dedication to fans.

Tax software and refunds, with a few listeners sharing their experiences.

• Jim Collison and Jay Franze discuss listener emails and taxes.
• John Biggs’ wife listens to the show, and Tony thanks her for it.
• Jim Collison recommends TurboTax for crypto taxes, but Neil Franze prefers free tax software.
• Jay Franze does his own taxes, finding TurboTax intuitive and easy to use.

Taxes, podcasting, and printer issues.

• Jay Franze: User interface and payment are great, but higher prices may be coming.
• Jim Collison: Taxes are expensive, but podcasting income helps offset costs.
• Jim and Jay discuss printer issues, including Jay’s inkjet printer that stopped working and Jim’s wife’s wireless printer that needs an update.

Printer reliability and cartridge quality.

• Jim Collison suggests using TurboTax to track tax-harvesting opportunities.
• HP has faced criticism for their ink cartridges and software updates, leading to malfunctions.
• Jim Collison and Jay Franze discuss printers, with Jim preferring laser jets and Jay finding them expensive and prone to issues.
• Joe, Brian, and Kevin share their experiences with HP printers, with Joe calling them “hot garbage,” Brian using third-party cartridges, and Kevin mentioning quality concerns.

Tax software, home storage solutions, and printing equipment.

• Ron from Canada is interested in setting up a home media server and wants to know the best way to do it.
• Jim Collison suggests a show on the best way to set up storage servers for home use.
• Jim Collison and Jay Franze discuss storage needs for video and audio files.
• Jay Franze uses external hard drives for storage, while Jim Collison uses an Unraid box with four terabytes.
• Jay Franze and Jim Collison discuss taxes and deductions for small businesses.
• Jim uses a Canon MF 260 laser printer and recommends avoiding third-party ink cartridges.

Scanners and printers, with a focus on HP and Canon brands.

• Jay Franze and Jim Collison discuss home security cameras and scanners, with Franze preferring HP products and Collison considering sheetfed scanners.
• Collison receives an email from Ed Sullivan recommending a paintball blasting home security camera, which Collison is unsure about.

Scanners and audio equipment for preserving memories.

• Jim and Jay discuss the importance of preserving old photos, with Jim sharing a personal experience of throwing away hundreds of pictures due to lack of recognition.
• Tony recommends the ScanSnap scanner for nearly everything, including photos that are sensitive or old.
• Jim and Jay discuss their experiences with various scanners and microphones.
• Jay recently purchased a Rode wireless Pro lavalier microphone for interviews.

Wireless microphone for better audio quality.

• Jay Franze explains the benefits of using a 32-bit float microphone for podcasting and YouTube content creation.
• Jay Franze demonstrates a new microphone that can be clipped onto a collar or used with a lapel mic.
• The microphone records locally and has a wide dynamic range, preventing clipping.

Using a microphone for interviews at conventions, with focus on recording features and redundancy.

• Jim and Jay discuss using a reporter microphone for interviews at conventions, highlighting its portability and automatic recording features.
• The recording feature allows for separate tracks, safety tracks, and redundancy, ensuring nothing is missed.

Audio recording equipment for live events.

• Jay Franze discusses his experience with the Roadcast Pro, a wireless microphone system, and how it has helped him streamline his live events.
• Jim Collison adds comments from chat, including a user who uses the system for live shows and conferences, and another who uses it for a mixed live remote audience.
• Jay Franze discusses using the Zoom H6 handheld recorder for recording at conventions, with the option to use SM 58 microphones and cables for redundancy.
• Jay Franze and Jim Collison discuss the benefits of the Rode microphone, including 32 bit float and built-in headphone jacks for live monitoring.

Audio equipment for podcasting and home videos.

• Jay Franze wants to use a guest room for remote interviews, sitting back and facing the guest.
• Jay Franze uses Zoom and Rode microphones for remote interviews, with Zoom as an IO box and Rode for backup.
• Jim Collison and Jay Franze discuss the use of wireless microphones for podcasting and home videos.
• They consider the possibility of using a wireless Rode mic to mik up a football player during a game.

DJing at weddings, with a focus on personal anecdotes and lessons learned.

• Jay Franze and Jim Collison discuss their experiences as DJs, including a memorable gig where they played music for a wedding.
• Franze recounts a time when he lost touch with his audience at a wedding, leading him to reconsider his approach to DJing.

Audio equipment and live streaming.

• Jim Collison and Jay Franze discuss the use of the Road Caster Pro for live events, including school productions and church services.
• Jay Franze mentions that he has extra Road Caster Pro microphones that he could donate to local organizations or events.
• Jay Franze discusses the importance of planning for a firepit, including measuring and buying supplies.
• Jim Collison expresses interest in Jay’s firepit and asks for feedback on outdoor items to buy.

Using lavalier microphones for outdoor events and a suggestion for a gazebo purchase.

• Jay Franze discusses his small lake and potential use of a fire pit for teaching a Tesla class.
• Jay and Jim discuss the importance of using high-quality audio equipment for recordings, especially for speakers who are not professionals.
• Jay suggests using a gazebo as a good spot for monitors during outdoor events, and Jim agrees, mentioning that it can be a good idea to publish recordings online.

Buying a gazebo for outdoor gatherings.

• Jim Collison and Jay Franze discuss a gazebo purchase, considering its size, installation, and potential use in bad weather.
• Jim Collison thinks a gazebo would be a nice addition to his backyard, but Jay Franze expresses concerns about installation and smoke trapping.
• Jim and Jay discuss a roofing project, including the cost and ease of installation.
• Jim is hesitant to buy from Wayfair, preferring to shop at Walmart due to their return policy.

Building a gazebo and pier on a small lake, with humor and tech talk.

• Jay Franze discusses a deal he found for a large screen TV and installation for $1,000, which he thinks is worth $2,000.
• Jay and Jim Collison discuss the possibility of building a pier and tiki hut in Jay’s small lake neighborhood, with Jay’s wife expressing concerns about the neighbors’ reaction.
• Jay Franze interviews engineer from rock band Five Finger Death Punch.
• Jay and Jim Collison discuss the setup and sound for the band’s live shows.

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