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LIGHT TALK is a show featuring three seasoned professional lighting designers and educators who discuss the latest developments in the world of live entertainment and architectural lighting design. Steve Woods (SMU), Stan Kaye (University of Florida), and David Jacques (California State University Long Beach) offer sage, and sometimes controversial advice to professionals and students of lighting ... more

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Latest Episodes

In this episode of LIGHT TALK, as part of our Young Designers Series, The Lumen Brothers and Sister interview USITT PAT MacKay Diversity in Design Scholarship Winners Darius Knight Evans and Elena Hewett.

In this episode, Elena, Darius, Ellen, St... more

In this 2026 New Years Extravaganza, Ellen, Steve, Dennis, and David discuss: What we did last night; Swag Complaints; Comfy Socks; Lighting "Rockin' New Years Eve with Dick Clark"; Where broadcast lighting designers dock their yachts; Video quality ... more

In this episode of THE BEST OF LIGHT TALK, The Lumen Brothers and Sister celebrate the holidays with this 2020 recording of that year's Lumen Holiday Extravaganza!

Join Ellen, Steve, Brackley, Stan, and David as they pontificate about: Favorite Hol... more

In this 2025 LDI Review Episode, Kelsey, Steve, Dennis, Brackley and David discuss: Our Light Talk live show; Impressive new products; What we wanted to see but didn't; Our favorite booths; Our favorite demos/shows; Our favorite circle bar drinks; Ba... more

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Recent Guests

Darius Knight Evans
Rising senior at Boston University, BFA in lighting design, and recent designer for Mother Mary.
Boston University
Episode: LIGHT TALK Episode 458 - "Lighting, Art, and Pizza - Our Conversation with Elena Hewett and Darius Knight Evans"
Elena Hewett
BFA in Lighting Design and BA in Comparative Genocide Studies, currently based in Michigan.
Western Michigan University
Episode: LIGHT TALK Episode 458 - "Lighting, Art, and Pizza - Our Conversation with Elena Hewett and Darius Knight Evans"
Kelsey Aragi
Winner of the grand prize of the LDI Light Talk show.
Episode: LIGHT TALK Episode 455 - "Welcome Carol - Our 2025 LDI Show Review"
Rane Renshaw
A lighting designer, director, and programmer with over 15 years of experience in concerts, theater, and multifaceted productions.
Freelance lighting designer
Episode: LIGHT TALK Episode 452 - "A Certified Banger! - Our Conversation with Rane Renshaw"
Hannah Kerman
Emmy Award-winning lighting director living and working in Los Angeles.
Full Flood Lighting
Episode: LIGHT TALK Episode 451 - "Escape to Cafe Brasil - Our Conversation with Hannah Kerman"
Leo Lei
Assistant Professor at the University of Florida School of Theatre and Dance, Lighting Design and Production
University of Florida
Episode: LIGHT TALK EPISODE 449 - "Video Killed the Radio Star - Our Conversation with Leo Lei and Sam Molitoriss
Sam Molitoriss
Partner in LIGHTRIGHT, industry standard lighting management software
LIGHTRIGHT
Episode: LIGHT TALK EPISODE 449 - "Video Killed the Radio Star - Our Conversation with Leo Lei and Sam Molitoriss
Justin Townsend
Lighting designer extraordinaire and Chair of Graduate Design for Stage and Film at NYU.
New York University
Episode: LIGHT TALK Episode 447 - "The Joy of Storytelling - Our Conversation with Justin Townsend"
Cort Lawrence
Lighting designer and co-founder of Raw Serial
Raw Serial
Episode: LIGHT TALK Episode 444 "Shoot for the Stars - Our Conversation with Cort Lawrence"

Hosts

Steve Woods
Host of the show, a seasoned lighting designer and educator from Dallas, Texas with a humorous and approachable style.
Dennis
Co-host known for his entertaining insights and creativity in lighting design and production.
David Jacques
Co-host of the show, lighting designer, and educator with extensive experience in the theater industry.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 75 ratings
  • Love this podcast!

    Hi! I am not anonymous! I absolutely love this podcast! As an early-career lighting designer, I find this podcast to be tremendously enlightening. It’s virtually every episode where I learn something and it sticks with me. It’s fantastic, and I love their humor and I love them! They’re great!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Traviswb
    United States6 years ago
  • Master Class

    I'm working my way thru this recent find, and got tired of noting which episodes should be required listening for lighting students, because EVERY episode had SOMEthing that is exceptionally relevant to any student in Lighting Design. The Brothers handle listener questions without talking down to new designers, and going in depth for more advanced designers. It's a master class in Lighting Design at every level.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Norman Viking
    United States6 years ago
  • Love!!!!

    Love this show!! The hosts are hilarious and it’s very informational!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JePayne_
    United States7 years ago
  • Favorites

    As a technical theatre person myself, listening to these 3 is highly enjoyable!

    Keep it up guys!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bgvrt
    United States7 years ago
  • From a listener

    Stan: Only good things - I hope I managed to do you and your work justice!

    David: too late, I did of course write about Light Talk 😉

    Seriously though, the show has a lot going for it. It is one of those things which help make the world a better place. It's got a good balance of serious, solid information, some generally useful life advice, and luminous humour. I also like how everyone is warm and friendly and non-judgemental (my favourite phrase must be Steve's "there are no villains here"!). A... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stankaye
    United States7 years ago

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The dynamic between the hosts fosters a friendly atmosphere that resonates well with both newcomers and seasoned professionals in the lighting design field.
Many find the discussions relevant and applicable to their own experiences in lighting design and technical theater.
Listeners appreciate the informative and educational content that balances humor and professional topics.

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LIGHT TALK Episode 458 - "Lighting, Art, and Pizza - Our Conversation with Elena Hewett and Darius Knight Evans"
Q: What would you like to see changed at LDI to make it better for younger designers?
Providing more scholarship opportunities and better connecting scholars to seasoned professionals could improve the experience.
LIGHT TALK Episode 458 - "Lighting, Art, and Pizza - Our Conversation with Elena Hewett and Darius Knight Evans"
Q: What impressed you about your first LDI experience?
I was overwhelmed but impressed by the innovation from small shops, particularly in 3D drafting and laser technology.
LIGHT TALK Episode 458 - "Lighting, Art, and Pizza - Our Conversation with Elena Hewett and Darius Knight Evans"
Q: What about your balloon art skills? Can you make a decent dog?
Actually, one of my uncles is a professional clown, so I can make some pretty solid balloon animals and walk on stilts.
LIGHT TALK Episode 458 - "Lighting, Art, and Pizza - Our Conversation with Elena Hewett and Darius Knight Evans"
Q: So Darius, the juggling reminded me of something. Was your dad a clown?
Yes, he is. He took a clowning class in college, which led him to become a professional clown.
LIGHT TALK Episode 454 - "We Are All Lumen Brothers and Sisters! - Our 2025 LIGHT TALK LIVE AT LDI SHOW!"
Q: How does the relationship between designer and programmer change when the designer knows how to program?
There is a major culture shift as younger designers program and it becomes essential to understand communication styles between designers and programmers.

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8. Justin Townsend

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