This week, Tyler and Sophia are joined by Dmitry Kornilov, CEO and co-founder of the award winning tech studio, FFFACE.ME. Dmitry describes himself as an innovation marketing futurist and has over 13 years of industry experience. Listen as we discuss immersive branded experiences, digital fashion and future of Web 3 communications. Listen Here: http://thevrara.com/podcast-posts/Dmitry-Kornilov-fffaceme Check out these links if you want to dig deeper after listening to the episode. https://ffface...
Sep 29, 2022•53 min
This special episode continues our unique, four part mini-series, “Road to Madeira”. In this series, Nathan Pettyjohn (CEO Immerse Growth Network, President VR/AR Association) interviews creatives and industry leaders on location at conferences across Europe, leading up to the Immerse Global Summit starting on September 28th. Listen as we highlight the incredible innovations happening in immersive tech around the world! Listen Here: http://thevrara.com/podcast-posts/road-to-madeira-amsterdam Che...
Sep 16, 2022•13 min
This week Tyler and Sophia are joined again by good friend, Nils Pihl. Nils is a “Swedish entrepreneur, behavioral engineer and social transhumanist specializing in the intersection of modern technology and human behavior.” Listen as Nils takes us on a three part series discussing the human element of technological innovation. Listen Here: http://thevrara.com/podcast-posts/nils-pihl-auki-labs-part-three Check out these links if you want to dig deeper after listening to the episode. https://www.t...
Sep 15, 2022•59 min
This week’s episode begins our special, four part mini-series, “Road to Madeira”. In this series, Nathan Pettyjohn (CEO Immerse Growth Network, President VR/AR Association) interviews creatives and industry leaders on location at conferences across Europe, leading up to the Immerse Global Summit starting on September 28th. Listen as we highlight the incredible innovations happening in immersive tech around the world! Listen Here: http://thevrara.com/podcast-posts/road-to-madeira-berlin Check out...
Sep 15, 2022•19 min
This week is part 2 of our discussion with Nils Pihl. Nils is a “Swedish entrepreneur, behavioral engineer and social transhumanist specializing in the intersection of modern technology and human behavior.” Listen as Nils takes us on a three part series discussing the human element of technological innovation. Listen Here: http://thevrara.com/podcast-posts/nils-pihl-auki-labs-part-two Check out these links if you want to dig deeper after listening to the episode. https://www.thearshow.com/podcas...
Sep 08, 2022•53 min
This week Tyler and Sophia are joined by good friend Nils Pihl. Nils is a “Swedish entrepreneur, behavioral engineer and social transhumanist specializing in the intersection of modern technology and human behavior.” Listen as Nils takes us on a three part series discussing the human element of technological innovation. Listen Here: http://thevrara.com/podcast-posts/nils-pihl-auki-labs Check out these links if you want to dig deeper after listening to the episode. https://www.thearshow.com/podca...
Sep 02, 2022•55 min
This week we are joined by Brian Schriner, Dean of the FIU College of Communication, Architecture + The Arts (CARTA) and Carlose Fueyo, Knight Foundation Innovator in residence at CARTA. Listen as we discuss how CARTA has fully emerged in building and feeding the tech growth in Miami, one of the most dynamic and multicultural cities in the world. Listen Here: http://thevrara.com/podcast-posts/florida-international-university-CARTA Check out these links if you want to dig deeper after listening t...
Aug 25, 2022•50 min
On this week’s podcast we enjoy the company of VR/AR Association’s very own Nathan Pettyjohn & Anne-Marie Enns. Nathan is the CEO Immerse Growth Network and President VR/AR Association, while Anne-Marie serves as Executive Producer of the VR/AR Global Summit. Listen as we talk with them about the upcoming European summit and the incredible opportunity the event presents for the immersive technology field. Listen Here: http://thevrara.com/podcast-posts/vrara-immerse-global-summit Check out th...
Aug 18, 2022•42 min
Tyler and Sophia are joined this week by Louis Rosenberg PhD, CEO of Unanimous AI and an industry professional of more than three decades. Listen as we discuss Louis’s extensive experience in the VR/AR industry and what the future holds for the metaverse. Listen Here: http://thevrara.com/podcast-posts/luis-rosenberg-unanimous Check out these links if you want to dig deeper after listening to the episode. https://unanimous.ai/staff-item/louis-rosenberg-phd/ Check out this talk on Metaverse Regula...
Aug 11, 2022•51 min
This week we are joined by our friend Hakan Satiroglu. Hakan serves as the VP of Strategy of the Glimpse Group as well as the General Manager of XR Terra. Listen as we speak about education technology and the ways that AR/VR are shifting how we approach educational systems and expanding our means of connecting with one another. Listen Here: http://thevrara.com/podcast-posts/hakan-satiroglu-glimpse Check out these links if you want to dig deeper after listening to the episode. https://www.theglim...
Aug 04, 2022•54 min
Our guests this week are from Wendell Forge, a 99-year-old gift designer and promotional supplier known for creating unique metal collectibles. With the launch of their first foray into the world of NFTs, Wendell August is working to uniquely bridge old-world physical craftsmanship and online digital artistry. Listen Here: http://thevrara.com/podcast-posts/wendell_august_forge Check out these links if you want to dig deeper after listening to the episode. Nfts4charity.io https://www.wendellaugus...
Jul 21, 2022•46 min
Joining us this week is Raghu Bathina, CEO of Conquest VR & Future World Studios. Raghu speaks on how his background in healthcare informed his desire to find ways to bring a more immersive experience to the world of VR, with particular focus on audio fidelity. Listen Here: http://thevrara.com/podcast-posts/raghu-bathina-conquestvr Check out these links if you want to dig deeper after listening to the episode. www.conquestvr.com Case Studies: https://vimeo.com/379503306 h ttps://vimeo.com/37...
Jul 14, 2022•55 min
For this week’s episode, we are joined by the founder & CEO of Trigger XR, Jason Yim. Trigger XR is an award-winning XR agency that creates AR, MR and VR experiences that connect people to brands, sports, entertainment and ecommerce. Listen Here: http://thevrara.com/podcast-posts/jason-yim-triggerxr Check out these links if you want to dig deeper after listening to the episode. http://www.triggerxr.com/ Follow us on Social Media: Jason Yim: LinkedIn Tyler Gates: LinkedIn / Twitter Sophia Mos...
Jul 07, 2022•35 min
This week, we are joined by Andrew Hawken, CEO and Co-Founder of Mesmerise VR. Mesmerise is a company that enables immersive, enterprise-level events, meetings, and conferences through virtual reality. Mesmerise is leading the way in creating VR experiences that will come to define our digital lives in the metaverse. Listen Here: http://thevrara.com/podcast-posts/andrew-hawken-mesmerise Check out these links if you want to dig deeper after listening to the episode. https://www.mesmerisevr.com Fo...
Jun 30, 2022•53 min
For this week’s episode, we are joined by Brandon Naids, CEO and co-founder of Talon Simulations. Based in Orlando, FL, Talon Simulations develops XR vehicle simulators for entertainment centers and training institutes, creating immersive and realistic experiences at a price point that is more accessible to larger audiences. Listen Here: http://thevrara.com/podcast-posts/brandon-naids-talon-simulations Check out these links if you want to dig deeper after listening to the episode. https://youtu....
Jun 23, 2022•39 min
We are joined this week by David Whelan, Founder and CEO of Engage XR Holdings. Formerly Immersive VR Education, Engage XR is an award-winning VR/AR software firm focused on building a metaverse for businesses enabling employee collaboration and events. Listen Here: http://thevrara.com/podcast-posts/david-whelan-engage Check out these links if you want to dig deeper after listening to the episode. https://engagevr.io/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ITtz7ErWhMs Follow us on Social Media: David W...
Jun 16, 2022•50 min
This week we are joined by Sammy Popat, the Interim Director of the University of Maryland's MAVRIC Program. Sammy expands on the goals of the MAVRIC program, and the broader adoption of XR across the University of Maryland. Listen Here: http://thevrara.com/podcast-posts/sammy-popat-umd Check out these links if you want to dig deeper after listening to the episode. https://mavric.umd.edu/ https://umd.edu/ Follow us on Social Media: Sammy Popat: LinkedIn / Twitter Tyler Gates: LinkedIn / Twitter ...
Jun 09, 2022•59 min
Today we are joined by Ben Taft, CEO and Founder of Mira Labs creator of the Prism Pro AR head mounted display hardware. Ben shares his story as a pioneer in the immersive tech industry and the use of AR in the workplace. Listen Here: http://thevrara.com/podcast-posts/ben-taft-miralabs Check out these links if you want to dig deeper after listening to the episode. Mira's Company Website Get to know Mira https://blog.mirareality.com/get-to-know-mira-e04f7f90270c Deploying Technology to Deskless W...
Jun 02, 2022•30 min
This week we sat down with Matt Coppinger, the Director of Product Management at VMware. Matt discusses the history of VMware and their transition into the VR industry. We also touch on the importance of equal distribution of XR technology to enterprises across industry. Listen Here: http://thevrara.com/podcast-posts/matt-coppinger-vmware Check out these links if you want to dig deeper after listening to the episode. https://www.vmware.com/ Follow us on Social Media: Matt Coppinger: LinkedIn / T...
May 26, 2022•59 min
This week we speak with Christoph Fleischmann, Founder of Arthur Technologies. Arthur is changing the way major companies operate through the use of VR meeting spaces and collaboration. Listen in as Christoph explores what the future of the office space may look like. Listen Here: http://thevrara.com/podcast-posts/christoph-fleischmann Check out these links if you want to dig deeper after listening to the episode. https://www.arthur.digital/ https://www.globenewswire.com/en/search/organization/A...
May 19, 2022•54 min
We are joined by our friend Tom Ffiske, Founder and Editor of Immersive Wire. Tom’s work in immersive technology gives him a unique and deep understanding of the industry as a whole. Listen in as we gain his perspective on the current state of the industry and what he is most excited about. Listen Here: http://thevrara.com/podcast-posts/tom-ffiske-immersive-wire Check out these links if you want to dig deeper after listening to the episode. Book Release: The Metaverse: A Professional’s Guide Fol...
May 12, 2022•44 min
Allison Ferneci, CEO & Co-Founder of Camera IQ, speaks with Tyler and Sophia about her background in design and how it has led to her creating Camera IQ, an AR creation platform for brands. Allison also touches on the importance of democratizing immersive technology and putting tools in the hands of creators. Listen Here: http://thevrara.com/podcast-posts/allison-ferenci-camera-iq Check out these links if you want to dig deeper after listening to the episode. https://cameraiq.com/ If you wan...
May 05, 2022•45 min
This week we are joined by Alen Paul Silverrstieen, CEO & President of ImagineAR & FameDays Inc. Alen shares his take on the use of immersive technology in the Sports & Entertainment industry and touches on the importance of using AR to connect and engage with fans and communities all over the world. Listen Here: http://thevrara.com/podcast-posts/alen-paul-silverrstieen-imaginear Check out these links if you want to dig deeper after listening to the episode. https://imaginear.com/med...
Apr 28, 2022•43 min
This week we are joined by Kyle Rand, CEO and Founder of Rendever, which leverages VR to address various issues among senior populations like social isolation. Kyle shares his passion for using VR as a tool for impact. Listen Here: http://thevrara.com/podcast-posts/kyle-rand-rendever Check out these links if you want to dig deeper after listening to the episode. https://www.rendever.com/ https://www.rendever.com/rendeverfit Follow us on Social Media: Kyle Rand: LinkedIn Tyler Gates: LinkedIn / T...
Apr 21, 2022•48 min
Marc Petit, VP of Unreal Engine Ecosystems at Epic Games, shares his journey that started with his career in early graphic content creation in the late 80s and has now led to the creation of immersive content at Unreal Engine. Marc also touches on the mission of Epic Games and the vital role that newly released Unreal Engine 5 plays in bringing their vision to life. Listen Here: http://thevrara.com/podcast-posts/marc-petit-epic Check out these links if you want to dig deeper after listening to t...
Apr 14, 2022•1 hr 7 min
Terry Schussler, Senior Director of XR and Metaverse at Deutsche Telekom joins us to talk about the hubraum Snapdragon Spaces Program that is currently accepting applications. Terry shares the vision of this program which is to support innovators across the XR industry through providing mentorship and access to major partnerships and technology resources. Follow the link below to learn more. Listen Here: http://thevrara.com/podcast-posts/terry-schussler Check out these links if you want to dig d...
Apr 07, 2022•51 min
This week we speak with Julia Beabout the CEO of Novaby and creator of Monumental Conversations. Touching on her background in Architecture and Engineering, Julia discusses her transition into immersive design, and the value of augmented reality as a communication tool that enhances our understanding of space and context. Links: https://www.monumentalconversations.org/ https://www.novaby.com/ Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliabeabout/ Twitter: @tylerhgates @sophiamosh Visit the VR...
Mar 31, 2022•52 min
This week we are joined by Stephanie Riggs, CEO and Co-Founder of Odeon Theatrical, and author of “End of Story Telling.” Stephanie shares her passion for bridging together narrative and technology which has guided her extensive and successful career in the immersive industry. She truly is the renaissance woman of the immersive era. Links: https://venturebeat.com/2021/09/17/odeon-theatrical-will-build-theater-of-the-future-with-ar Www.ImmersiveRiggs.com Www.SunchaserEnt.com Www.OdeonTheatrical.c...
Mar 24, 2022•41 min
Jeff Anderson is a VR/AR Developer at Mancini Duffy’s Design Lab. Join us as Jeff shares his story as an architectural designer who early on recognized the impact VR could have on architecture. He has since dedicated his career to leveraging immersive tech to improve the architecture and design process with programs like The Toolbelt. Links: https://thetoolbelt.com https://www.manciniduffy.com/team/jeff-anderson/ Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffandersonarchitect/ Twitter: @tylerh...
Mar 17, 2022•46 min
This week we are joined by Julie Smithson, Co-Founder of MetaVRse and Ben Erwin, Creator of The Polys - WebXR Awards and WebXR Summit Series. Ben, Julie and Sophia worked together this past February to present the second annual Polys WebXR Award Show and WebXR Summit Series. Listen as they give us a recap of the show and discuss what the future looks like for this program. Links: https://thepolys.com/ Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-smithson/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/powersi...
Mar 10, 2022•46 min
