Jul 7, 202652 min
Audio Talks continues celebrating JBL’s 80th anniversary with host Oisin Lunny joined by renowned live sound experts Lisa Brock-Affenzeller and Daniella Peters for a behind-the-scenes look at how concert audio has...
About this Podcast:
Audio Talks. A podcast on all things audio presented to you by HARMAN and our family of audio brands including JBL, Harman Kardon and AKG. Host Oisin Lunny, music journalist and audio enthusiast, will interview expert guests, legends of the music industry and audio scientists to discuss the power of music and audio in all its facets. New episode bi-weekly every Thursday.
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What is Audio Talks about?
Audio Talks. A podcast on all things audio presented to you by HARMAN and our family of audio brands including JBL, Harman Kardon and AKG. Host Oisin Lunny, music journalist and audio enthusiast, will interview expert guests, legends of the music industry and audio scientists to discuss the power of music and audio in all its facets.
Who hosts Audio Talks?
Audio Talks is hosted by HARMAN. The show has published 105 episodes to date.
What has Audio Talks covered recently?
Recent episodes include "The Show Must Go On: Behind the Scenes of a Career on the Main Stage" (7 July 2026, 52 minutes), "Hitting Play: The Evolution of Consumer Audio" (18 June 2026, 48 minutes), and "Hitting the Right Note: JBL’s Connection to Tokyo’s Kissa Bars" (4 June 2026, 56 minutes).
How often does Audio Talks publish?
Audio Talks publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 46 minutes across 105 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Audio Talks?
Booking probability for Audio Talks is 34%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Audio Talks requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Audio Talks's contact route on record: verified email.
Who should pitch Audio Talks?
The strongest fits for Audio Talks are Audio & Video Equipment. Audio Talks has a music audience.
About the host
HARMAN hosts Audio Talks, a music podcast with 105 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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Episode #104
Hitting Play: The Evolution of Consumer Audio
Jun 18, 202648 minAudio Talks continues celebrating JBL’s 80th anniversary with host Oisin Lunny joined by HARMAN experts to explore the evolution of audio technology — from the early days of portable sound to today’s immersive...
- Jun 4, 202656 min
Audio Talks continues its latest season celebrating JBL's 80th anniversary with host Oisin Lunny joined by Mark de Clive‑Low and filmmaker Nick Dwyer to explore Japan’s legendary Ongaku Kissa — intimate listening spaces...
Episode #101
Driven By Sound: Why JBL Rules the Road
May 21, 202649 minTo celebrate JBL’s 80th anniversary, Audio Talks continues its new season with host Oisin Lunny joined by Kyle Roche and Jeff Treige to explore why JBL remains synonymous with great sound on the road. In this episode...
Episode #99
How Concerts Became Cultural Moments
Apr 27, 20261h 4mTo celebrate JBL’s 80th anniversary, Audio Talks kicks off a new season with host Oisin Lunny joined by Stew Hume, Managing Editor of Total Production International, and Raul Gonzalez, Applications Engineer at HARMAN...
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Episode #91
New Years (R)evolution
Jan 19, 20261h 4mOn this episode of Audio Talks, host Oisin Lunny welcomes Andrew Melchior—technologist, artist, and creative collaborator with Massive Attack, Björk, and David Bowie—for a deep dive into the shifting ground beneath...
Episode #98
Lessons from the Godfather of Digital Music
Dec 19, 20251h 25mIn this episode of Audio Talks, host Oisin Lunny welcomes Ted Cohen—the “Godfather of Digital Music”—for a masterclass in how technology, culture, and creativity have shaped the modern music industry. From backstage...
- Dec 4, 202534 min
In this episode of Audio Talks, host Oisin Lunny welcomes Victoria Hesketh—aka Little Boots—singer, songwriter, producer, and founding performer for ABBA Voyage, the revolutionary concert where ABBA was reborn as...
- Nov 21, 202534 min
In this episode of Audio Talks, host Oisin Lunny is joined by Dr. Mathias Johansson, Vice President of the Cognitive Systems Lab at Harman—a team at the forefront of AI and immersive audio innovation. Together, they...
- Nov 7, 202543 min
In this episode of Audio Talks, host Oisin Lunny is joined by trailblazing composer and conductor Eímear Noone, whose music has shaped everything from the Oscars to iconic video games like World of Warcraft and Diablo...
- Oct 23, 202537 min
In this episode of Audio Talks, host Oisin Lunny welcomes Lyle Smith, president of the Sound United Strategic Business Unit at HARMAN, for an in-depth conversation about HARMAN’s recent acquisition of Sound United and...
Episode #93
Has Music Become Too Perfect?
Oct 9, 202545 minIn this episode of Audio Talks, host Oisin Lunny is joined by Grammy-winning producer and engineer Frank Filipetti and Dr. Hauke Egermann, professor of systematic musicology at the University of Cologne. Together, they...
- Sep 26, 202537 min
In this special episode of Audio Talks, recorded live at IAA Mobility in Munich, host Oisin Lunny is joined by Andreas Ehret, Head of Automotive Business at Dolby, and Greg Sikora, Senior Director, Global Acoustic...
Episode #90
Did Video Kill the Radio Star?
Jul 17, 202547 minIn this episode of Audio Talks, host Oisin Lunny sits down with Karen Pearson, an award-winning producer and the visionary founder of Folded Wing, to explore her remarkable journey through the world of audio. From her...
Episode #89
Unlocking the Secrets of Immersive Audio
Jul 3, 202532 minIn this episode of Audio Talks, host Oisin Lunny is joined by Marcela Rada, an award-winning researcher, educator, and founder of the Immersive Lounge. From discovering a field recorder at age six to winning Best...
Episode #88
A Legacy of Sound
Jun 5, 202545 minIn this episode of Audio Talks, host Oisin Lunny sits down with Sean Olive, former Senior Fellow at HARMAN and one of the most influential figures in modern audio research. Known for his groundbreaking work on the...
Episode #87
From Boomboxes to Bluetooth
May 22, 202516 minIn this episode of Audio Talks, host Oisin Lunny explores the rich history and exciting future of portable audio with Carsten Olesen from Harman International and Guy Hammett from Futuresource Consulting. From the vinyl...
Episode #86
The Fragile Future of Audio Archives
May 9, 202531 minIn this episode of Audio Talks, host Oisin Lunny engages with audio preservation experts David Seubert and Gerald Seligman to discuss the critical importance of preserving master recordings and audio heritage. They...
Episode #85
Greening the Live Events Industry
Apr 24, 202553 minIn this extended episode of Audio Talks, we explore how the live events industry is rising to the challenge of the climate crisis. Recorded on Earth Day, Oisin Lunny discusses what a greener live music industry could...
- Apr 10, 202546 min
In this energy-loaded episode of Audio Talks, host Oisín Lunny is joined by two leading voices for change in the music industry: Linda Coogan Byrne, music publicist, DEI strategist, and author of Why Not Her?, and Vic...
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Raul Gonzalez
Senior Specialist, Audio Applications & Support Group - US & Canada, WonderBuilt Restoration and Construction
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Andy Robinson
Acting Head of Fragile and Developing Contexts, International Partnerships, Streets Heaver Healthcare Computing
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Virginie Berger
Founder of Don’t Believe the Hype, Advisor at MUSICx, Matchtune
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Anthony Diaz
family law attorney, mediator, conflict resolution expert, Florida Academy of Collaborative Professionals
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