Music festivals have come a long way from Woodstock (and the infamous Altamont). Today’s festivals offer dazzling audience experiences in a safe and carefully planned environment. It appears as if music festivals are back this summer, as we come out from under the shadow of COVID.
Our guest this episode knows a lot about the ins and outs of running a safe and entertaining festival. Kim Blevins is the general manager of Country Thunder Music Festivals seven major country music festivals that crisscross North America every year.
Kim gives us the lowdown on the joys of bringing other people joy, as well as the challenges of keeping people safe as well as entertained.
Join us as we dive into the fascinating world of concert touring and risk management with our special guest, Mike McGrath. With over 35 years of experience in the industry, Mike shares his wealth of knowledge and expertise. From working with renowned artists to his academic background and martial arts skills, Mike's journey is nothing short of inspiring. Get ready for insightful discussions and behind-the-scenes stories. Welcome, Mike!
Introducing Chris Lisle: A Lighting Designer and Production Manager with Over 30 Years of Touring and Production Experience.
Join us in this exciting episode as we sit down with Chris Lisle, a seasoned professional with a wealth of experience spanning production, lighting design, and tour management in the entertainment industry. Chris's journey in the world of touring has been nothing short of impressive, and we had the privilege of crossing paths at the Touring Career Workshop (TCW).
Notably, Chris Lisle is not just any industry veteran; he's also the Executive Director of TCW, a platform dedicated to nurturing talent and knowledge in the touring business. During this episode, we delve into his remarkable insights and experiences.
Discover how a casual coffee meetup led to this engaging conversation, and gain valuable insights from one of the industry's most esteemed professionals.
Tune in to this enlightening episode with Chris Lisle, where the worlds of lighting design, production management, and touring collide in a dynamic podcast experience.
Safety in a crowd is paramount. Effective crowd management strategies, clear communication, and well-defined exit routes are essential to prevent accidents and ensure the well-being of all participants. Vigilance, crowd awareness, and cooperation among attendees and event organizers are key to creating a secure environment in any crowded setting.
Paul Wertheimer, founder of Crowd Management Strategies, is hailed as a pioneer in concert safety. Rolling Stone praised his firm, Vanity Fair called him the top crowd specialist in the U.S., and The New Yorker dubbed him a hero. With 200+ TV appearances and 750+ article quotes, he's a global authority. His innovations, like the Crowdsafe® Database, have revolutionized crowd safety. Paul's expertise spans litigation, facility management, and policy development. His post-disaster analysis is esteemed, having uncovered missteps at major events. He's been instrumental in making crowds safer, from Woodstock '99 to the Itaewon Halloween festivities.
Having fun is an essential aspect of events, but ensuring the safety and security of attendees is equally important. Perimeter security plays a critical role in safeguarding against potential threats such as terrorism, crime, and violence and preventing unauthorized access, allowing everyone to enjoy the event to the fullest.
Listen as Steve Adelman, Vice President of the Event Safety Alliance shares his experiences on why he is in the event business and how he focuses on safety and security at live events, particularly related to crowd management.
Crowds are strange animals. Individuals will do things as part of a crowd that they wouldn’t do on their own. But crowds are manageable… there’s actually a whole science dedicated to crowd behavior. In this mini-podcast series The Science of Crowd Control, we’ll get insight from crowd management experts on the science and practice of crowd control: how to keep a crowd safe, cooperative and (relatively) happy. Meet Eric Kant Phase01 Crowd Management
Crowds are strange animals. Individuals will do things as part of a crowd that they wouldn’t do on their own. But crowds are manageable… there’s actually a whole science dedicated to crowd behavior. In this mini-podcast series The Science of Crowd Control, we’ll get insight from crowd management experts on the science and practice of crowd control: how to keep a crowd safe, cooperative and (relatively) happy.
ARCUS Group LLCWhen a major event happens in a crowded city center, what constitutes the perimeter can be fluid. In this episode, we’re joined by Friend of the Podcast Mike Ready to discuss how to engage with the public who are going about their business outside the event perimeter.
How do you talk about security with people who aren’t aware of their part of an event?
School safety is, of course, an essential facet of larger considerations of community safety. It can seem like every school year offers uncomfortable insight into the vulnerabilities of our schools. But there is hope. In our latest episode, Jason Russell returns to offer his thoughts around the practicalities around maintaining security in our schools, and how we can offer our kids the safety they deserve moving forward.
Secure Education ConsultantsARCUS Group recaps the first season.
Its More Than Fence™
The Life of Festivals - Going Live Again™
The Covid Files: Event Security After a Pandemic™
The Covid Files: What Does the Data Tell Us™
The Crowd Control Challenge™
The Power of Good Fence™
360 Event Security: In and Out™
Deconflict and Security™
AstroWorld Festival™
COMS Security for Everybody™
Whats in store for Season 2? Take a listen!
Organizations have more channels to communicate with the world than ever before, but with flexibility comes increased security exposure for vital, mission critical communications. In this episode we’re joined by Joe Ruiz from WITCOM an innovator in the field of secure communications for military and commercial customers. We’ll be talking about how to protect IP, executive communications, and generally keep your organization’s voice active -- and secure.
Joe Ruiz brings a truly unique perspective to the field of communications security. As a former Presidential Communications Officer, Presidential Response Officer, and primary Communicator aboard Air Force One, Joe supported Presidents Bush and Obama. These days, Joe is founder and president of WITCOM, offering his communications expertise to disaster recovery, emergency relocation, and continuity of government and continuity of operations.
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