Professional Triers

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...

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 w...

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...

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 reactio...

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 myster...

What’s up Brian?! This episode is a full-on RGB road trip as we catch up with Bobby Galeza and Mr. Nash after their whirlwind run through Utah, Niagara, and New York Minis — and oh man, it’s one for the books. We cover: 🚗 Travel fails, van chaos, and suspicious snacks 🎤 Mini highlights from across the country (and who actually showed up) 📦 Vendor setups, show-and-tells, and secret stashes 🤣 Bo...

What’s up Brian?! This episode’s a little different — a mix of heart, hustle, and holiday lights as we talk about life behind the pixels. From doing the dad thing, to saying goodbye to McVay Elementary, to lighting it up in Michigan, it’s an honest, unfiltered look at the people behind the props. We get real about: 👨‍👦 Balancing family life with building big 🏫 The emotional send-off of a school...

What’s up Brian?! When Christmas Expo got canceled, the community didn’t fold — we fired up the backup generators (metaphorically) and kept the lights on anyway. In this episode, we shine a spotlight on the two Mini events that came in clutch: Frozen Mini and ERLE Mini. We dig into: 🎄 How the Minis stepped up when Expo plans went dark 🧊 Frozen Mini highlights, hot takes, and chilly chaos 🚗 ERLE...

What’s up Brian?! In this episode, we shine a spotlight on the heart of the lighting world — the Mini Events. These aren’t just local meetups... they’re full-blown passion projects with zip ties, late nights, and friendships forged under pixel trees. We talk: 🎄 Why Minis matter way more than people think 👷‍♂️ The DIY madness behind building for and during events 🤝 Stories of collaboration, chao...

What’s up Brian?! We hit record with zero agenda, zero prep, and zero clue — just raw, real-time chaos like only the Triers can deliver. It’s live, it’s loose, and yes… it somehow still turns into a full episode. Inside: 🎙️ Unscripted updates from the lighting trenches 🤦‍♂️ Rambling builds, tech fails, and “wait, are we recording?” moments 🔧 Impromptu Q&A, community shoutouts, and a little g...

What’s up Brian?! Yeah, we were late — but we showed up, fired it up, and didn’t lift. In this wide-open-throttle episode, we hit you with lighting chaos, event prep panic, and stories that probably should’ve stayed in the group chat. Expect: ⚙️ Last-minute builds (some held together by hope and zip ties) 🚨 Real talk about burnout, deadlines, and doing too much too fast 🤣 Tangents, tech fails, a...

What’s up Brian?! In this high-octane episode, we mash up two things you didn’t know you needed together: Christmas lights and race cars. That’s right — the RGB life meets the need for speed, and the ride definitely doesn’t go as planned. We talk: 🏁 The crossover between lighting fanatics and race fanatics 🎄 How pixels ended up in the pit lane 🚗 Late-night builds, high-speed installs, and why z...

What’s up Brian?! You know it’s almost showtime when we start talking SoCal Mini, and this episode is your front-row sneak peek into the 2025 edition — coming in hot with more pixels, more chaos, and probably someone forgetting the power supply. We break down what to expect at this year’s SoCal Mini: 🔥 Speakers, sessions, and the infamous after-hours parking lot builds 🛠️ Who’s bringing what, wha...

We took the Professional Triers energy straight to the East Coast and brought back stories, mishaps, and maybe a few TSA-flagged props. In this live episode, we unpack the madness that is the East Coast Christmas Show — from jaw-dropping builds to behind-the-scenes chaos that only our lighting fam could appreciate. Whether you were there in person, caught the stream, or had FOMO from your garage,...

This week we go full Dewey Decimal and hang out with the man, the myth, the pixel-organizing machine — Brian Michael, aka The Librarian. He’s the guy who’s quietly keeping the RGB world from total chaos… with spreadsheets, backups, and more tabs open than your browser during Black Friday. But don’t let the calm voice fool you — Brian brings the heat with stories from the lighting trenches, data wi...

 This week we’re pulling back the curtain on the guys who keep the lights running, the props standing, and the magic flowing — Tom Stallings and Fred! Forget the spotlight — these two are the backbone of big builds, helping everyone from first-timers to festival legends get their pixels in a row. We dive into: How they got started (spoiler: with less gear and more duct tape) Lessons learned from b...

We’re back — unscripted, under-caffeinated, and oversharing as usual! In this episode of Story Time!!, J.R. and Brian dive headfirst into the chaotic side of building big shows, questionable setups, and lessons learned the hard (read: hilarious) way. We talk about: Late-night builds that probably broke OSHA Brian’s mystery bag of tools (no one knows what’s in there) A lighting story so ridiculous,...

What’s up Brian?! In this episode, we finally wrangle the myth, the man, the Mini-Master himself — Ron Armstrong! He joins us for a laid-back (but wildly insightful) chat about his journey into RGB chaos, how he accidentally built a mini empire (literally), and why SoCal Mini has more extension cords than sense. We talk building props ‘til 3AM, tech fails that should’ve been livestreamed, and how...

🚨 Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Look! 🚨 Meet Bobby Galeza, the mastermind behind Island Lights on Pork Chop Island! 🌟 In this episode, we dive deep into Bobby’s passion for Christmas light displays, how he turned a small traffic island into a holiday spectacle, and the challenges he overcame to make it happen. 🎄💡 🔹 The origin of "Pork Chop Island" 🏝️ 🔹 How Bobby designs and builds his stunnin...

Back after a Lifetime: Behind the Scenes of JR Display

Join us in this thrilling episode of Professional Triers as we embark on an unforgettable adventure at Disneyland. After attending the SoCal Mini Event, a group of us decided to make the most of our time by visiting the magical park. Little did we know that we would be faced with unexpected challenges - a hurricane and an earthquake! Despite these natural phenomena, we courageously explored the pa...

Join us as we take you on an electrifying journey through the world's largest Christmas light mini-event, the Southern California Lighting Enthusiasts So Cal Mini. In this special episode, hosts Brian, J.R., and editor Ronnie Ladd provide an up-close and personal experience from the event. They share their excitement and bring you exclusive behind-the-scenes footage captured in an amazing sizzle v...

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In this exciting episode of Professional Triers, we embark on a thrilling adventure through the enchanting Carolina mini and take a drive to some unforgettable LIVE PD hot spots that are guaranteed to leave you on the edge of your seat! Join us as we delve into the jaw-dropping displays of holiday lighting, igniting your love for the most wonderful time of the year, no matter the season. We also b...