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Giggs Podcast
The Giggs Podcast, hosted by Nikki Sanz, Founder & CEO of Giggs, the professional career platform for the live event industry, dives into the world of touring and live events to share the good, the bad, the ugly, and the unbelievable moments of gigging life, along with invaluable lessons learned on the road.
We’re here to fill the gap in content about what it truly takes to work on the road. Our episodes explore every discipline within the live event industry, showcasing big wins, hard-learned lessons, and everything in between. We honor the pioneers of this industry, offering invaluable insights from the older generations who shaped modern touring.
Whether you’re an aspiring tour manager, a seasoned backline tech, or just passionate about the live event scene, this podcast is for you. Join us as we take you behind the scenes to explore the highs and lows of gigging life.
Giggs Podcast
#42 What Really Moves a Show | [Exclusive] ShowShuttle and Extreme Lighting & Sound
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Step inside the shop that keeps tours moving. In this episode, we go behind the scenes at Extreme Lighting & Sound (ELS) for an exclusive look at their team, their process, and the ShowShuttle—the modular cart system built to speed up load-ins, reduce chaos, and keep crews safer.
From welding bays to machining, you’ll see how ELS designs, fabricates, and stress-tests the gear that actually moves a show.
We talk to employees and sit down with the owners to unpack the real-world problems they’re solving on the road—what breaks, what bottlenecks crews, and how smarter carts can save hours without compromising show quality.
If you work in touring, production, or venue ops, this one’s for you: practical workflow ideas, design nuance, and the mindset behind equipment that pays for itself in efficiency.
And if you’re listening to the audio version, make sure to watch the full video on YouTube or Spotify for the best viewing experience—the shop tour and product demos are where it clicks.
Learn more about ELS and their products at: https://www.elsnashville.com/
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Host: Nikki Sanz