Episodes
This week’s guest is Adam Sidwell. Adam is the Founder and Head of Studio for Future House Studios. Future House is an “award-winning Metaverse creation company.” Listen as Adam discusses his background working in the film industry and how that informed his exploration of immersive tech and guided the evolution of Future House Studios.    Listen Here: http://thevrara.com/podcast-posts/Adam-Sidwell-Future-House Check out these links if you want to dig deeper after listening to the...
Published 11/10/22
Tyler and Sophia are joined this week by Chris Walz. Chris is the CEO and Chief Game Designer of Doge Labs VR. Doge Labs VR are the creators of Big Ballers Basketball, one of the best rated Quest games in App Labs as listed by Road to VR. Listen as we talk about Chris’ beginnings in the industry and how their game has grown in the VR space.    Listen Here: http://thevrara.com/podcast-posts/chirs-walz-dogelabsvr   Check out these links if you want to dig deeper after listening to the...
Published 11/03/22
This week’s episode features Sean Hurwitz, Founder & CEO of PIXO VR. PIXO VR's platform is an all-in-one solution for virtual and augmented reality training. With PIXO VR, Sean has been helping companies transform their training programs and usher in new advancements in workplace education.    Listen Here: http://thevrara.com/podcast-posts/sean-hurwitz-pixovr Check out these links if you want to dig deeper after listening to the episode. https://pixovr.com/   Follow us on Social...
Published 10/28/22
This week’s episode features Nathaniel Hunter. Nathaniel is the CIO of InfinteWorld, a leading Web3 and Metaverse infrastructure company that helps brands drive consumer engagement and experiences with digital content. Listen as we talk about Nathaniel's humble beginnings selling comics to his growth into the world of VR/AR technology.    Listen Here: http://thevrara.com/podcast-posts/nathaniel-hunter-infiniteworld Check out these links if you want to dig deeper after listening to the...
Published 10/20/22
This week we are joined by Sid Desai. Sid is the Founder & CEO of RocketVR Health.  RocketVR Health is pioneering the space of VR Therapeutics using VR-guided mindfulness. In this episode we discuss VR Mindfulness as a tool for healthcare providers, innovation in the digital therapeutics realm and how this technology furthers our understanding of care. Listen Here: http://thevrara.com/podcast-posts/sid-desai-RocketVR   Check out these links if you want to dig deeper after listening to...
Published 10/14/22
This week we are joined by Linda Ciavarelli, Co-Founder of HouseCallVR. Linda is a doctor of podiatric medicine and uses her expertise to connect the established world of virtual reality medicine to the virtual frontier of consumer VR platforms. Listen as we discuss the intersection of immersive social platforms and medical practice.   Listen Here: http://thevrara.com/podcast-posts/linda-ciavarelli-housecallvr Check out these links if you want to dig deeper after listening to the...
Published 10/06/22
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. ...
Published 09/29/22
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: ...
Published 09/16/22
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. ...
Published 09/15/22
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 ...
Published 09/15/22
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. ...
Published 09/08/22
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. ...
Published 09/02/22
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...
Published 08/25/22
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 ...
Published 08/18/22
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...
Published 08/11/22
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.   ...
Published 08/04/22
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...
Published 07/21/22
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...
Published 07/14/22
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 /...
Published 07/07/22
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. ...
Published 06/30/22
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. ...
Published 06/23/22
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...
Published 06/16/22
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...
Published 06/09/22
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...
Published 06/02/22
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:...
Published 05/26/22