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HDTV and Home Theater Podcast

Ara Derderian, Braden Russell

Booking Overview

A weekly technology show focused on HDTV, home theater, consumer audio/video equipment, streaming, networking, and smart-home systems, with mostly host-led episodes and occasional interviews with audio/video industry executives. Credible pitches include senior product, engineering, marketing, and technology leaders from established A/V brands who can discuss product innovation, home theater trends, or new equipment; booking difficulty is medium because guest appearances are selective and recent guests have held senior industry roles.

Metrics

Episodes: 846

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Gender skew: Male

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 6.5k subscribers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

htguys@htguys.com

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Host

Ara Derderian - Engineer and former member of the Advanced Digital Systems Group at Sony Pictures Entertainment, where he worked on digital cinema and digital audio recording technologies. He holds three patents r...

Braden Russell - Engineer and former member of the Advanced Digital Systems Group at Sony Pictures Entertainment, with experience in digital cinema and digital audio technologies. He co-hosts the show.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Senior executives and subject-matter experts in consumer audio, home theater, television technology, product management, product marketing, and A/V engineering, especially representatives of established equipment brands.
Required Achievements:  
Leadership of consumer audio or video product launches, Senior responsibility for product strategy or marketing at an established A/V company, Expertise in home theater equipment, audio technology, or related consumer electronics

Recent Guest Discussions

Smith Freeman - SVS Sound’s Auto EQ, Upcoming Soundbar, New 3000 R|evolution Series Subwoofers, And Consumer Audio Products

Nick Brown - SVS Sound’s Auto EQ, Upcoming Soundbar, New 3000 R|evolution Series Subwoofers, And Consumer Audio Products

Recent Topics

Technology, Home Theater, Televisions, Audio Equipment, Smart Home

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
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Podcast #1273: The Network Behind the New House: Why I Went Beyond Mesh Wi‑Fi

October 09, 2026

On this week's show we get into the inner workings of Ara's network at his new home and we discuss who else could benefit from a similar setup. We also read your emails and look at the week's news. News: ESPN and ESPN2 are rolling out 4K HDR in the US. Tom's Guide tested the Roku Pro Series OLED. Apple is testing surround sound from four HomePods. WiiM's first soundbar, the WiiM Bar, launches mid-October. Disney+ and Hulu raise prices again, the fourth hike in four years. HBO Max and P...

Podcast #1272: Netgear Orbi 770 and Aqara Camera Review

October 02, 2026

On this week's show we have a listener review of the NETGEAR Orbi 770 Series WiFi 7 Mesh System as well as a review of the Aqara cameras. We also read your emails and take a look at the week's news. News: Yamaha's Unveils Its Most Compact Dolby Atmos Soundbar Yet Philips Adds Two TV Lighting Sync Options Fubo will offer local hockey games in four markets  Sony Is Skipping CES 2027 for the First Time in Over Six Decades Apple's Smart Home Launch is Set Netgear Orbi 770 and Aqara Camera...

Podcast #1271: Consumer Reports HDTV Ratings

September 25, 2026

On this week's show we take a look at the consumer reports ratings for 70 inch and larger TVs. We also read your email and take a look at the week's news. News: Your Google Home can now take orders from Claude and other AI agents Roku Adds 30 New Bundles To Premium Subscriptions Element Launches New TiVo-Powered Smart TVs in the U.S. Paramount Settles States' Antitrust Suit, Clearing Way for Warner Megadeal Consumer Reports Ratings for 70-inch and larger TVs: On this week's show we take...

Frequently asked questions

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HDTV and Home Theater Podcast
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How do I get in touch with HDTV and Home Theater Podcast?

HDTV and Home Theater Podcast is hosted by Ara Derderian and Braden Russell. Its publicly listed email is htguys@htguys.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for HDTV and Home Theater Podcast?

The publicly listed email for HDTV and Home Theater Podcast: htguys@htguys.com.

How many listeners does HDTV and Home Theater Podcast have?

Podseeker estimates HDTV and Home Theater Podcast reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for HDTV and Home Theater Podcast?

HDTV and Home Theater Podcast typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Senior executives and subject-matter experts in consumer audio, home theater, television technology, product management, product marketing, and A/V engineering, especially representatives of established equipment brands. Common among recent guests: Leadership of consumer audio or video product launches; Senior responsibility for product strategy or marketing at an established A/V company; Expertise in home theater equipment, audio technology, or related consumer electronics. Recent guests include Smith Freeman and Nick Brown.

How hard is it to get booked on HDTV and Home Theater Podcast?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does HDTV and Home Theater Podcast cover?

Recent episodes cover Technology, Home Theater, Televisions, Audio Equipment, and Smart Home. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

htguys@htguys.com

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