Professional Triers

About Professional Triers

We’re not experts… but we try real hard. Welcome to the Professional Triers Podcast — the laid-back, slightly chaotic show where RGB lighting nerds, Christmas die-hards, and mini-event junkies come to hang. Hosted by J.R. and Brian, we dive into everything from holiday lighting fails to epic builds, controller hacks, and “what the heck does this port do?” moments. We talk shop with community legends like Bobby Galeza, Tom & Fred, Ron Armstrong — and occasionally ourselves, when things go off the rails. We’re live, unscripted, and powered by zip ties, caffeine, and probably the wrong extension cord. Whether you’re lighting up your front yard, running pixels at a theme park, or just here for the laughs, this is your tribe. 💡 Recaps from SoCal Mini, Heartland Mini, Transworld, and whatever backyard build we just barely finished 🎤 Guest interviews, behind-the-scenes chaos, and real talk from the trenches 🎄 Christmas spirit? Year-round. Professionalism? Optional. 👉 Subscribe. Comment. Roast our wiring. You’re one of us now.

Publisher

Mattos Designs LLC

Category

leisure · leisure · technology

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

20 May 2019

Latest episode

7 Aug 2025

Latest episodes

131 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   7 Aug 2025

   Episode 129 Brand-new house. Same Clyde. New pixel problems.

   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 layout to lighting philosophy 🎙️ The evolving world of sequencing, teaching, and giving back to the community This isn’t just about pixels — it’s about reinvention, creativity, and how Clyde keeps pushing forward with purpose (and a few extension cords). 🚧 In This Episode: What Clyde's dreaming up for his new space The importance of planning ahead (and when to throw the plan out) Behind-the-scenes of running Pixel Pro Displays Why the Ohio Mini was a much-needed reset button Clyde’s take on balancing content creation, installs, and still loving the hobby 💬 Have a spicy name for Clyde’s new display? Drop it in the comments 🎧 Like, share, and subscribe if you’ve ever started over with a blank yard and big dreams

2. 

   7 Aug 2025

   Episode 128 J.R. Takes Ohio (And Probably the Wrong Exit)

   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 were there in person or living vicariously through livestreams, this is your inside look at the Midwest madness — with plenty of laughs, lighting tips, and bad food choices sprinkled in. 🧳 Highlights Include: Meeting legends like [insert names if you want shoutouts] What made the Ohio Mini different (in a good way!) Tips for surviving your first travel Mini Why J.R.’s luggage still smells like pixel dust 🎤 Quote of the trip: “At least I didn’t forget the power supply… this time.” 💬 Tell us your favorite Mini memory in the comments 🛫 Like, share, and subscribe if you’ve ever traveled with props in a carry-on

3. 

   24 Jul 2025

   🎧 Episode 127: “King of Coro… But We Didn’t Talk About Coro – James Hohensee from Boscoyo”

   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 this long — and what still excites him 💬 Honest talk about growing the hobby without losing the fun 🧠 In This Episode: How James went from tinkering to building an empire of flutes and flakes What drives him to keep innovating (hint: it’s not just money or coro) His take on the future of prop design and DIY Why staying grounded matters more than staying trendy 💬 Ever built a show with Boscoyo props? Tag us and tell James your favorite 🎧 Like, share, and subscribe if you’re here for the heart behind the hobby — not just the hardware

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Apple Podcasts (US)

4.8 / 5

34 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 57 / 100

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Quality

93

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

51

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