Hi Everyone, Well - in case you've wondered what has happened to AVtektalk - well - LOTS! I've started my own CD/DVD Duplication and DVD authoring company - called Disc Cloners Plus - so I've been very busy. You can visit my business site at: http://discclonersplus.com I've also started the DiscClonersPlus INFOBLOG site - check this site out for blog style information with lots of great tips and information for multimedia pros! http://discclonersplus.typepad.com I'm very close to bringing back the AVtektalk show - and it will be better than ever. We will be offering it as a Video Podcast - so I hope you will enjoy the new format and the new information. Thanks for sticking with me during this time of transition - and I'm looking forward to getting back in the saddle with the new and improved AVtektalk! In the meantime take a look at a segment from a new show in which I am doing a stand-up technology segment. You can view it by clicking on the "Pod" button on the upper left of this post. The show is called TV-MKE! We just got funding to do another 8 episodes. Sorry this show is only local to Milwaukee, Wisconsin right now - but if you're interested - I am considering posting a streaming version on the web? Let me know if your interested and I'll see what I can do. Be in touch soon!! Thanks Frank Datzer President DiscClonersPlus

Edition #5 is an interview with industry expert Marc Mayer on the differences between duplication and replication of digital disc media. Learn how to make the best choice when distributing your program content on digital discs. Also see if you are the winner in our first Ipod giveaway!

Edition #4 discusses some valuable website information and shares sites of interest to professional video and graphics producers. You'll also learn how to enter to win an Apple Ipod from AVtektalk - the winner will be announced next week! Websites discussed in this addition: www.lynda.com - www.voices123.com - http://www.thedigitalbits.com/officialfaq.html

Edition #3 features an interview with "Digital Media Net's" Charlie White about the fight between Blu-ray DVD and HD-DVD. What will be the heavyweight HD disc format champion of the future?

Edition #2 of AVtektalk discusses using "Instant Messaging" software for video and multimedia producers. Specifically some hidden features of IChatAV for professional video and multimedia producers.

Edition #1 -- "Making the Switch" -- Tips on helping your clients make the switch from analog tape distribution to DVD!