TBT: Lightshows Are the Next Big eSport
In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear from the founder of Throwlights, a business that sells gear and training for lightshows. The concept comes from electronic music festivals and is taking off worldwide.
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What It's About
An illuminating update from the owner of a bright business.
Notes from Chris
Episode 2049
Welcome to Throwback Thursday / “Where are they now?” where we take an in-depth look at someone who’s story has evolved considerably since we first featured them. Last week, we heard from the founder of OnlineJobs.ph, a directory of Filipino workers available for remote work. The site now has more than two million profiles! Today, in our latest feature, we’ll hear from Andrew Zhao, the founder of Throwlights. His business provides gear and training for lightshows. What’s that? Well, lightshows were invented by "ravers" at underground electronic music festivals. Andrew and team believe it’s the next big eSport. What’s happened since we first featured Throwlights? Listen to today's episode to hear Andrew's updates...MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
- Thanks to Andrew for sharing their updates with us. Check out his website at Throwlights.com or follow them on social at @throwlights. They also have a community Discord. You can find the link for that at the website or on Instagram.
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