Everything Vr & Ar

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.wendellaugust.com/ https://www.wendellaugust.com/nft Follow us on Social Media: Lisa Fosdick: LinkedIn / Twitter Will Knecht: LinkedIn / Twitter Ivan Dimov: LinkedIn / Twitter Lynne Marlor: LinkedIn / Twitter Tyler Gates: LinkedIn / Twitter Sophia Moshasha: LinkedIn / Twitter   VRARA DC: LinkedIn / Twitter Subscribe to the podcast wherever podcasts are found or listen to past interviews at www.TheVRARA.com/podcast Do you have an interest in being a guest on our podcast or have a guest recommendation?  Email vicki@thevrara.com

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 https://vimeo.com/379504350 Follow us on Social Media: Raghu Bathina: LinkedIn / Twitter / Facebook Tyler Gates: LinkedIn / Twitter Sophia Moshasha: LinkedIn / Twitter   VRARA DC: LinkedIn / Twitter Subscribe to the podcast wherever podcasts are found or listen to past interviews at www.TheVRARA.com/podcast Do you have an interest in being a guest on our podcast or have a guest recommendation?  Email vicki@thevrara.com and let us know! Visit the VR/AR Association at www.TheVRARA.com for more information about how you can get involve

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 Moshasha: LinkedIn / Twitter   VRARA DC: LinkedIn / Twitter Subscribe to the podcast wherever podcasts are found or listen to past interviews at www.TheVRARA.com/podcast Do you have an interest in being a guest on our podcast or have a guest recommendation?  Email vicki@thevrara.com and let us know! Visit the VR/AR Association at www.TheVRARA.com for more information about how you can get involved with this worldwide organization to help gain exposure and share ideas and best practices with other experts in the indus

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 Follow us on Social Media: Andrew Hawken: LinkedIn / Twitter Tyler Gates: LinkedIn / Twitter Sophia Moshasha: LinkedIn / Twitter   VRARA DC: LinkedIn / Twitter   Subscribe to the podcast wherever podcasts are found or listen to past interviews at www.TheVRARA.com/podcast Do you have an interest in being a guest on our podcast or have a guest recommendation?  Email vicki@thevrara.com and let us know! Visit the VR/AR Association at www.TheVRARA.com for more information about how you can get involved with this worldwid

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.be/q97gEpGbf98 https://www.talonsimulations.com/ Follow us on Social Media: Brandon Naids: LinkedIn / Twitter Tyler Gates: LinkedIn / Twitter Sophia Moshasha: LinkedIn / Twitter   VRARA DC: LinkedIn / Twitter   Subscribe to the podcast wherever podcasts are found or listen to past interviews at www.TheVRARA.com/podcast Do you have an interest in being a guest on our podcast or have a guest recommendation?  Email vicki@thevrara.com and let us know! Visit the VR/AR Association at www.TheVRARA.com for more informati

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 Whelan: LinkedIn  Tyler Gates: LinkedIn / Twitter Sophia Moshasha: LinkedIn / Twitter   VRARA DC: LinkedIn / Twitter Subscribe to the podcast wherever podcasts are found or listen to past interviews at www.TheVRARA.com/podcast Do you have an interest in being a guest on our podcast or have a guest recommendation?  Email vicki@thevrara.com and let us know! Visit the VR/AR Association at www.TheVRARA.com for more information about how you can get involved with this worldwide organization to help gain exposure and sha

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 Sophia Moshasha: LinkedIn / Twitter   VRARA DC: LinkedIn / Twitter Subscribe to the podcast wherever podcasts are found or listen to past interviews at www.TheVRARA.com/podcast Do you have an interest in being a guest on our podcast or have a guest recommendation?  Email vicki@thevrara.com and let us know! Visit the VR/AR Association at www.TheVRARA.com for more information about how you can get involved with this worldwide organization to help gain exposure and share ideas and best practices with other experts i

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 Workers https://blog.mirareality.com/deploying-technology-to-deskless-workers-82ffcb249625  How An AR Solution Benefits Food Manufacturing https://blog.mirareality.com/how-an-ar-solution-benefits-food-manufacturing-cd169bba7fc1 Technological Solutions to Talent Scarcity https://blog.mirareality.com/technological-solutions-to-talent-scarcity-a9cd639dbde2 Mira – From

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 / Twitter Tyler Gates: LinkedIn / Twitter Sophia Moshasha: LinkedIn / Twitter   VRARA DC: LinkedIn / Twitter Subscribe to the podcast wherever podcasts are found or listen to past interviews at www.TheVRARA.com/podcast Do you have an interest in being a guest on our podcast or have a guest recommendation?  Email vicki@thevrara.com and let us know! Visit the VR/AR Association at www.TheVRARA.com for more information about how you can get involved with this worldwide organization to help gain exposure and share ideas

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/Arthur%2520Technologies%2520Inc%C2%A7 Follow us on Social Media: Christoph Fleischmann: LinkedIn  Tyler Gates: LinkedIn / Twitter Sophia Moshasha: LinkedIn / Twitter   VRARA DC: LinkedIn / Twitter Subscribe to the podcast wherever podcasts are found or listen to past interviews at www.TheVRARA.com/podcast Do you have an interest in being a guest on our podcast or have a guest recommendation?  Email vicki@thevrara.com and let us know! Visit the VR/AR Association at www.TheVRARA.com for more information about how yo

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 Follow us on Social Media: Tom Ffiske: LinkedIn / Twitter Tyler Gates: LinkedIn / Twitter Sophia Moshasha: LinkedIn / Twitter   VRARA DC: LinkedIn / Twitter Subscribe to the podcast wherever podcasts are found or listen to past interviews at www.TheVRARA.com/podcast Do you have an interest in being a guest on our podcast or have a guest recommendation?  Email vicki@thevrara.com and let us know! Visit the VR/AR Association at www.TheVRARA.com for more information about how you can get involved with this worldwide org

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 want to  see some of the experiences that Camera IQ creates in action, check out this link: https://cameraiq.com/brandshowcase/  For the company's latest report, check out this link: https://info.cameraiq.com/ar-marketing-and-consumer-behavior-in-2022  For a webinar unpacking critical insights from the report and sharing actionable takeaways, check out this link: https://info.cameraiq.com/understanding-consumer-behavior-in-the-metaverse  Follow us on Social Media: Allison Ferenci: LinkedIn / Twitter Tyler Gates: Lin

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/media https://famedays.com/  Follow us on Social Media: Alen Paul Silverrstieen: LinkedIn  Tyler Gates: LinkedIn / Twitter Sophia Moshasha: LinkedIn / Twitter   VRARA DC: LinkedIn / Twitter Subscribe to the podcast wherever podcasts are found or listen to past interviews at www.TheVRARA.com/podcast Do you have an interest in being a guest on our podcast or have a guest recommendation?  Email vicki@thevrara.com and let us know! Visit the VR/AR Association at www.TheVRARA.com for more information about how you can g

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 / Twitter Sophia Moshasha: LinkedIn / Twitter   VRARA DC: LinkedIn / Twitter Subscribe to the podcast wherever podcasts are found or listen to past interviews at www.TheVRARA.com/podcast Do you have an interest in being a guest on our podcast or have a guest recommendation?  Email vicki@thevrara.com and let us know! Visit the VR/AR Association at www.TheVRARA.com for more information about how you can get involved with this worldwide organization to help gain exposure and share ideas and best practices with other ex

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 the episode. Building the Open Metaverse Podcast Follow us on Social Media: Marc Petit: LinkedIn / Twitter Tyler Gates: LinkedIn / Twitter Sophia Moshasha: LinkedIn / Twitter   VRARA DC: LinkedIn / Twitter Subscribe to the podcast wherever podcasts are found or listen to past interviews at www.TheVRARA.com/podcast Do you have an interest in being a guest on our podcast or have a guest recommendation?  Email vicki@thevrara.com and let us know! Visit the VR/AR Association at www.TheVRARA.com for more information abo

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 deeper after listening to the episode. https://www.thevrara.com/blog2/2022/3/15/afex0two7556zheb5wa9wzzcvey32k https://www.hubraum.com/snapdragonspaces-program-2022/?utm_source=organic Follow us on Social Media: Terry Schussler: LinkedIn  Tyler Gates: LinkedIn / Twitter Sophia Moshasha: LinkedIn / Twitter   VRARA DC: LinkedIn / Twitter Subscribe to the podcast wherever podcasts are found or listen to past interviews at www.TheVRARA.com/podcast Do you have an interest in being a guest on our podcast or have a gues

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/AR Association at www.TheVRARA.com for more information about how you can get involved with this worldwide organization to help gain exposure and share ideas and best practices with other experts in the industry. Subscribe to the podcast wherever podcasts are found or listen to past interviews at www.TheVRARA.com/podcast Do you have an interest in being a guest on our podcast or have a guest recommendation?  Email vicki@thevrara.com and let us know!

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.com  www.EndofStorytelling.com  Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/immersiveriggs/  Twitter: @ImmersiveRiggs @tylerhgates @sophiamosh  Visit the VR/AR Association at www.TheVRARA.com for more information about how you can get involved with this worldwide organization to help gain exposure and share ideas and best practices with other experts in the industry. Subscribe to the podcast wherever podcasts are found or listen to past interviews at www.TheVRARA.com/podcast Do you have an interest in being a gues

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:  @tylerhgates @sophiamosh  Visit the VR/AR Association at www.TheVRARA.com for more information about how you can get involved with this worldwide organization to help gain exposure and share ideas and best practices with other experts in the industry. Subscribe to the podcast wherever podcasts are found or listen to past interviews at www.TheVRARA.com/podcast Do you have an interest in being a guest on our podcast or have a guest recommendation?  Email vicki@thevrara.com and let us know!

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/powersimple/  Twitter: @tylerhgates @sophiamosh  Visit the VR/AR Association at www.TheVRARA.com for more information about how you can get involved with this worldwide organization to help gain exposure and share ideas and best practices with other experts in the industry. Subscribe to the podcast wherever podcasts are found or listen to past interviews at www.TheVRARA.com/podcast Do you have an interest in being a guest on our podcast or have a guest recommendation?  Email vicki@thevrara.com and let us know!