Dan LeFebvre from the Based on a True Story podcast about the benefits of using teleprompters, specifically the Elgato model. Dan shares insights on technology’s evolution in video production, the significance of eye contact, and the potential role of AI in content creation. We also reflect on the art of storytelling in podcasts. To wrap up, Dan invites listeners to check out his upcoming episode featuring Lou Vero, offering behind-the-scenes stories from the “Miracle on Ice” in sports history. Thanks for listening! Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg625 Join Jim Collison / @jcollison for show #625 of Home Gadget Geeks, brought to you by the Average Guy Network. WANT TO SUBSCRIBE? http://theAverageGuy.tv/subscribe Join us for the show live each Thursday at 8pmC/9E/1UTC at http://theAverageGuy.tv/live Find Us! Join us in the Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/theaverageguy/ On Discord at https://theaverageguy.tv/discord Links https://www.basedonatruestorypodcast.com/ Elgato Prompter – https://amzn.to/4duJbWR * “The best stuff is the stuff you don’t even notice.” ([0:16:33]) This quote is in reference to how good CGI and visual effects in movies can be so seamless that the audience doesn’t even realize it’s not practical effects. * “I think a lot of it is preference, and I think the more tools that are available, I think those preferences might change some.” ([0:48:08]) This quote discusses how people’s preferences around video production and presentation may evolve as more tools become available. * “I think especially for in my case, you know, being a podcast and entertaining, people are going to want that human element.” ([1:11:11]) This quote reflects Dan’s view that for podcasting and entertainment, maintaining a human element is important, even as AI and technology advance. Show Chapters [0:00] Welcome to Home Gadget Geeks[5:44] Meet Dan LeFebvre[7:38] Exploring Movies and History[20:05] The Evolution of CGI[30:00] The Future of Movie Making[37:47] Transitioning to Teleprompters[48:52] Meeting Dynamics[52:10] Headset Innovations[54:37] Teleprompter Technology[1:03:47] Future of Teleprompters[1:07:12] AI in Communication[1:12:58] The Human Element[1:25:47] Evolving Podcasting[1:30:32] Upcoming Interview[1:35:15] Hosting Solutions Extended Outline