Explosives Everyday is a free webinar series exploring the applications of explosives in daily life. From its role in mining and construction to its surprising uses in action movies, avalanche control and in everyday products, this series offers an intriguing look at explosives diverse applications.

Explosives Everyday: Entertainment

Lights! Camera! Action! This episode takes a behind-the-scenes look at how explosives are used in action movies, concerts and on the 4th of July. This episode's presenters are Mark Johnson, J&M Displays; Tassilo Baur, The FX Dept; and Amanda McLean Nixon, Pyroam, Inc.

Amanda McLean Nixon

Pyroam, Inc
Proximate Stage Pyrotechnics

Amanda is the former CEO of Luna Tech Pyrotechnik in Germany, distributing theatrical pyrotechnic supplies and providing show services in Europe and the former CEO of Luna Tech, Inc.

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Tassilo Baur

The FX Dept
Movies and Television

Tassilo Baur owns the FX Dept in Hollywood California and is a special effects supervisor for movies and TV with over four decades of experience.

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Mark Johnson

J&M Displays
Aerial Displays/Fireworks

Mark is the Vice President of J&M Displays, Inc., and has more than 30 years of experience working in many facets of entertainment pyrotechnics.

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