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The Home Cinema Alliance - Tech Talk Podcast
HCA Media
15 episodes
6 days ago
Send us a text Big shifts rarely happen by accident; they come from bold bets that connect the dots others ignore. We sit down with All Things Media CEO David Kitchener to unpack a strategy designed to grow the smart home market by bringing two adjacent worlds under one roof at the NEC Birmingham: EI Live and the new ECN Live. Instead of chasing the same attendees every year, co-location invites integrators, distributors, and manufacturers to meet a larger, highly relevant audience of electri...
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Send us a text Big shifts rarely happen by accident; they come from bold bets that connect the dots others ignore. We sit down with All Things Media CEO David Kitchener to unpack a strategy designed to grow the smart home market by bringing two adjacent worlds under one roof at the NEC Birmingham: EI Live and the new ECN Live. Instead of chasing the same attendees every year, co-location invites integrators, distributors, and manufacturers to meet a larger, highly relevant audience of electri...
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Episodes (15/15)
The Home Cinema Alliance - Tech Talk Podcast
Co-Locating Two Industries Will Open New Doors For Integrators And Contractors
Send us a text Big shifts rarely happen by accident; they come from bold bets that connect the dots others ignore. We sit down with All Things Media CEO David Kitchener to unpack a strategy designed to grow the smart home market by bringing two adjacent worlds under one roof at the NEC Birmingham: EI Live and the new ECN Live. Instead of chasing the same attendees every year, co-location invites integrators, distributors, and manufacturers to meet a larger, highly relevant audience of electri...
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2 weeks ago
56 minutes

The Home Cinema Alliance - Tech Talk Podcast
What's New at Sonos - How they Reshaped Home Audio And Why Pro Installers Still Matter
Send us a text Want TV sound that actually moves you and a music system your family can use without thinking? We sat down with Stephen Reed, Sonos’ UK lead for the professional channel, to unpack how those early “little white boxes” became a platform that turned private listening into shared sound. Stephen takes us behind the scenes on product evolution, the reliability mantra that installers swear by, and the control flexibility that lets clients use apps, voice, or wall panels without break...
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2 weeks ago
1 hour 15 minutes

The Home Cinema Alliance - Tech Talk Podcast
From DTS Roots To Procella 2.0: Building Cinemas That Perform
Send us a text Want a home cinema that feels visceral, vivid, and effortless at the same time? We spent two days inside Procella’s Netherlands facility to unpack how pro-grade components, smart room design, and THX fundamentals create reference sound that doesn’t wear you out. From their DTS origins to a bold Procella 2.0 roadmap, we dive into the build decisions that matter: baffle walls done right, consistent voicing across speaker sizes, and bass systems that pair modern DSP with serious c...
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3 weeks ago
37 minutes

The Home Cinema Alliance - Tech Talk Podcast
How a 1935 radio repair shop became a modern AV powerhouse—and why service still wins
Send us a text A 1935 radio repair shop doesn’t become a modern AV powerhouse by accident. Stuart Tickle, fourth-generation MD of AWE, sits down with us to unpack a 90-year journey of pivots, grit, and careful bets—from wireless sets and coil winding, to background music in pubs, to reference-grade cinemas and a showroom built to persuade even the toughest architect. The story isn’t about chasing every trend; it’s about choosing your lane, curating top-tier brands, and proving value where it ...
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1 month ago
1 hour 17 minutes

The Home Cinema Alliance - Tech Talk Podcast
What Happens When Cinema Specialists Join Forces?
Send us a text What happens when passionate home cinema specialists decide to join forces? The Home Cinema Alliance represents a revolutionary approach to an age-old problem: how small, specialised businesses can effectively market themselves while maintaining laser focus on their craft. Founded around 2018 by industry veterans with decades of combined experience, the HCA has evolved into a powerful collective that pools marketing resources, shares technical expertise, and connects homeowner...
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2 months ago
22 minutes

The Home Cinema Alliance - Tech Talk Podcast
From RAF to Electrician to Integrator to Distributor - The rise of Moss Tech
Send us a text What happens when military-grade precision meets home automation? Andy from Moss Tech reveals his remarkable journey from Royal Air Force electronic engineer working on Tornado and Jaguar aircraft to pioneering smart home solutions across the UK. Andy's transition began modestly—a one-man electrical business started while still serving in the RAF, sometimes accepting payment in runner beans from grateful elderly clients. This side hustle, built on the foundation of military pu...
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2 months ago
50 minutes

The Home Cinema Alliance - Tech Talk Podcast
Trinnov Interview - New Alitude Ci - Stunning new Paris HQ details revealed
Send us a text Have you ever wondered what happens when you place 22 identical speakers around a dining room in Versailles? For Trinov Audio founder Arnaud Laborie, this experiment revealed how dramatically speaker placement affects sound reproduction, sparking a revolution in 3D audio processing that continues to this day. David Meyerowitz takes us through Trinnov's fascinating journey from its early experiments to its current position as an audio processing innovator. The company's philoso...
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2 months ago
1 hour 4 minutes

The Home Cinema Alliance - Tech Talk Podcast
Cinema Room vs Media Room: Which One is Right for You?
Send us a text The age-old question for home entertainment enthusiasts: should you create a dedicated cinema room or a versatile media room? Stuart Burgess and Simon Gregory dive deep into this fascinating topic, unpacking the crucial differences that will help you make the right choice for your home and lifestyle. "No other purpose, no compromises" becomes the defining mantra of dedicated cinema spaces – purpose-built environments where every element from acoustics to lighting is optimised ...
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2 months ago
54 minutes

The Home Cinema Alliance - Tech Talk Podcast
The Art of Cinema Design with Darren of Cinema Luxe
Send us a text From stadium tours with Grammy-winning producers to crafting the perfect acoustic environments for home cinemas, Darren of Cinema Luxe shares how his unique journey through music and interior design created the foundation for a specialist business that's redefining home entertainment spaces. At Cinema Luxe, the philosophy is refreshingly straightforward: create extraordinary environments where audio-visual technology can truly shine without competing with integrators. "We don'...
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2 months ago
57 minutes

The Home Cinema Alliance - Tech Talk Podcast
Home Cinema: Your New Favourite Room
Send us a text The home cinema is no longer just a place to watch movies but has evolved into a multi-purpose sanctuary that can become your favourite room in the house. We explore how these spaces provide escape and relaxation while serving as family gathering spots. • Home cinemas are evolving into tranquil multi-purpose spaces beyond just movie watching • These rooms provide acoustic isolation that creates a sense of escape from everyday life • Garden audio systems are becoming increasing...
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3 months ago
1 hour 14 minutes

The Home Cinema Alliance - Tech Talk Podcast
Creating Family Entertainment Spaces: A Deep Dive with CAVD Distribution
Send us a text What happens when audio technology experts design entertainment spaces specifically for families? This revealing conversation with Jamie and Mel of CAVD Distribution pulls back the curtain on a world most consumers never see – where custom-designed home entertainment systems create magical family experiences far beyond what mass-market products can deliver. Celebrating their 11th year in business, CAVD Distribution has established itself as a carefully curated distributor repr...
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3 months ago
55 minutes

The Home Cinema Alliance - Tech Talk Podcast
The Journey from Automation to Dedicated Home Theaters
Send us a text Stuart Lillis takes us behind the curtain of Limitless Automation, sharing how his 25-year journey in home entertainment has shaped his approach to creating extraordinary cinema spaces. From his humble beginnings as a "spotty teenager emptying vans" during the era when plasma TVs were replacing CRTs, to founding his own successful company, Stuart's story reflects the evolution of our entire industry. "My passion has always been working in people's homes," Stuart reveals, expla...
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4 months ago
54 minutes

The Home Cinema Alliance - Tech Talk Podcast
The Streaming vs Physical Media vs Kaleidescape Showdown
Send us a text Stuart and Simon discuss the merits of streaming services versus physical media and high-end digital platforms, such as Kaleidescape, offering insights into the significant quality differences and how to achieve the best viewing experience based on your setup. • Streaming services offer convenience but deliver only about 1/3 of the video quality (16Mbps vs 48-58Mbps) and 1/7 of the audio quality compared to physical media or Kaleidescape • Physical media continues to deliver s...
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4 months ago
1 hour 3 minutes

The Home Cinema Alliance - Tech Talk Podcast
Inside the industry - An exclusive behind-the-scenes talk with Hidden Home Tech
Send us a text This is the first episode in a special series of podcasts which go behind the scenes in the Cinema and Home Technology Industry. We've already shot quite a few, so be sure to like and subscribe so you don't miss out. In this episode, we sit down with Dan from Hidden Home Tech to gain his inside view on our industry, including some of his history in technology and where he thinks his brand is headed in the future. We also discuss his likes and dislikes, and if money were ...
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5 months ago
57 minutes

The Home Cinema Alliance - Tech Talk Podcast
What is a Home Cinema, and why doesn’t it come in just one box?
Send us a text A true home cinema cannot be ‘bought in a box’ but is built bespoke for you by an expert, matching your needs and delivering performance beyond expectations. Stuart and Simon discuss the confusion which has existed for decades around the phrase "Home Cinema" and, as industry veterans working in the Home Cinema Industry for over 45 years combined, how you build a true Home Cinema. Plus, what projects we have been working on and Tech News from inside the industry from LG an...
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5 months ago
54 minutes

The Home Cinema Alliance - Tech Talk Podcast
Send us a text Big shifts rarely happen by accident; they come from bold bets that connect the dots others ignore. We sit down with All Things Media CEO David Kitchener to unpack a strategy designed to grow the smart home market by bringing two adjacent worlds under one roof at the NEC Birmingham: EI Live and the new ECN Live. Instead of chasing the same attendees every year, co-location invites integrators, distributors, and manufacturers to meet a larger, highly relevant audience of electri...