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Gaming host John and special guest look to the future of mixed reality and its application to video games. How intuitive can VR and mixed reality video games be? Is mixed reality gaming as fun as it sounds? Whether you're a casual or a die-hard fan of video games, this episode offers insight into where the future of gaming might be headed. All right here, on the Video Gamers Podcast! Thanks to our MYTHIC supporters: Redletter, Disratory, Ol'Jake, Gaius and Phelps   Thanks to our Legendary Supporters: HypnoticPyro, Patrick and PeopleWonder   Connect with the show: Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/videogamerspod Join our Gaming Community: ⁠https://discord.gg/Dsx2rgEEbz⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/videogamerspod/⁠ Follow us on X: ⁠https://twitter.com/VideoGamersPod⁠ Subscribe to us on YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@VideoGamersPod?sub_confirmation=1⁠ Visit us on the web: ⁠https://videogamerspod.com/⁠ Follow us on Twitch: ⁠https://www.twitch.tv/videogamerspodcast⁠   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cast: Christian H, & Alex TunaPokémon: 487 - Girantina Offtopic: Aging, baby, Bachelor Party, Gio, LightsabersGames: WMG, VR, Switch 2,Mario Kart, Donkey Kong Bananza, Perfect Dark, XboxDiscordhttps://discord.gg/wkvu88KvTVQuestions, Comments, Complaints, Corrections!?Call: 805-738-8692Twitter: @UnrankedPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this TechMagic episode, hosts Cathy Hackl and Lee Kebler break down the latest trends shaping our AI-powered future, as well as the policy and state of AI in DC. From Meta's $100M AI recruitment strategies to their game-changing partnerships with Oakley and Prada for smart glasses, the duo explores how AI and hardware innovation are converging. They unpack the ethical and emotional nuances of human-AI relationships, the rise of AI-generated content, and how companies like Salesforce are integrating AI into core operations. Additionally, they discuss the Nintendo Switch 2's distribution challenges and Meta's ambitious hardware plans. Whether it's corporate AI integration, wearable tech, or the battle for AI talent, this episode offers a sharp look at the risks and opportunities driving tech's next chapter.Come for the Tech, stay for the Magic!Cathy Hackl BioCathy Hackl is a globally recognized tech & gaming executive, futurist, and speaker focused on spatial computing, virtual worlds, augmented reality, AI, strategic foresight, and gaming platforms strategy. She's one of the top tech voices on LinkedIn and is the CEO of Spatial Dynamics, a spatial computing and AI solutions company, including gaming. Cathy has worked at Amazon Web Services (AWS), Magic Leap, and HTC VIVE and has advised companies like Nike, Ralph Lauren, Walmart, Louis Vuitton, and Clinique on their emerging tech and gaming journeys. She has spoken at Harvard Business School, MIT, SXSW, Comic-Con, WEF Annual Meeting in Davos 2023, CES, MWC, Vogue's Forces of Fashion, and more. Cathy Hackl on LinkedInSpatial Dynamics on LinkedInLee Kebler BioLee has been at the forefront of blending technology and entertainment since 2003, creating advanced studios for icons like Will.i.am and producing music for Britney Spears and Big & Rich. Pioneering in VR since 2016, he has managed enterprise data at Nike, led VR broadcasting for Intel at the Japan 2020 Olympics, and driven large-scale marketing campaigns for Walmart, Levi's, and Nasdaq. A TEDx speaker on enterprise VR, Lee is currently authoring a book on generative AI and delving into splinternet theory and data privacy as new tech laws unfold across the US.Lee Kebler on LinkedInKey Discussion Topics:00:00 Welcome to Tech Magic with Cathy Hackl & Lee Kebler04:12 The Dangers of AI Relationships: Why We Need Human Connection11:18 AI Regulation Debate: States' Rights vs Federal Control15:13 DC's Rising Role as a Tech Power Center23:54 Meta's Quest 3S Xbox Edition: A Game-Changing Partnership28:40 Nintendo Switch 2's Success and Hardware Challenges36:50 Meta vs OpenAI: The $100M Talent War43:12 Meta's Smart Glasses Evolution: Oakley & Prada Partnership48:00 Coming Next Week: Dating Robots & AI Love Stories Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nintendo warns Canada about a price increase, Xbox is probably bracing for layoffs, Buck Bumble is in the news, reading world chat in horny games, the point of VR, the nightmare we've found ourselves in as systems stack on top of systems which stack on top of pity systems, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This weeks crew: Webby, Graham, Darren Darren gives us the lowdown of Death Stranding 2. Is it worth the purchase? Listen in to find out. We also discuss Stellar Blade, F1 25, Forza, VR games and more news of industry lay offs plus MS abandoning physical media. https://www.patreon.com/360gamercast https://discord.gg/CqDMSg9 https://www.facebook.com/groups/360gamercast/ https://twitter.com/Webby360G https://twitter.com/360GamerCast All Access Patrons - John Smith Philip Thompson Neil Quigley

Prepping for his upcoming set under the majestic Redwoods at the Dirtybird Campout x Northern Nights Music Festival, n808 takes to the airwaves on Dirtybird Radio to rinse some brand new collabs while mixing in a few favorite selections. VR warm-up set:Nomi Ruiz & Eli Escobar - "Heathens" [Razor-N-Tape Records]Audiojack - "Rolladisco" [Club Sweat]Cour T. - "4DP" [IN / ROTATION]Wenzday - "Bossy" [South Of Saturn]n808guest set:n808 - 3sum ft JAX (dope demeanors remix)mike kerrigan - the up songn808 x mike kerrigan - push thrufred again.., skepta, plaqueboymax - victory lap (Mr Carmack x n808 remix)IceCreams - Valuedj glen, shady jones - undergroundsammy legs - sassy (mike kerrigan remix)Mr Carmack x promnite - Anatomygettoblaster, dj deeon - hit it from the back (christian martin remix)n808 - speak it ft. mr carmackGettoblaster, DJ Heather, Andre Salmon - get azzidn808, clayton wililam, techno tupac - risqueBOT x tony quattro - balut (hot pot breaks bootleg)n808 x steve gerard - ID

In this episode of CrossButtonVR, host Reece and guest JammyHero delve into the world of virtual reality, discussing the evolution of VR gaming, the importance of community support, and the technical innovations that excite them. They share personal experiences with favorite VR games, explore the ideal VR game concept, and reflect on the lessons learned in content creation.-Meta Quest Affiliate: 10% off all Quest Games Here - https://tinyurl.com/39mxmkcvAll links, including Discord: https://linktr.ee/crossbuttonvrChapters00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome02:47 Community Engagement and Support05:31 Guest Background and VR Journey08:16 The Excitement of VR Technology11:16 The Future of VR and XR14:04 Passion for VR and Gaming17:07 Favorite VR Games and Experiences20:05 The Future of VR Headsets and Comfort23:35 The Origin of Jammyhero25:59 Top VR Games Discussion33:16 Lessons Learned in Content Creation39:20 Creating the Ideal VR Game46:39 Delivery Experiences and Community Engagement46:52 Favorite and Least Favorite Members of the Team49:50 Reflections on Content Creation and Collaboration50:32 MetaQuest 3S: A New VR Experience53:38 Exploring the Vision Pro and VR Experiences56:29 Concerns About the Little Nightmares Franchise58:46 The Future of Little Nightmares in VR01:01:01 Upcoming VR Games and Announcements01:08:19 Kayak VR Mirage: New Updates and Experiences01:12:08 Rob Yescombe's Return to Invisible Hours01:12:36 PlayStation VR Updates and Challenges01:15:43 Developer Insights: Sales and Challenges01:17:59 Game Reviews: Undead Citadel01:21:57 Exploring Titles: Battle Orb and Containment Initiative01:30:15 Gran Turismo 7: A VR Racing Experience

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On this collaborative episode of Mahesh the Geek, Mahesh is joined by Dr. Read Hayes, executive director of the Loss Prevention Research Council (LPRC), as they explore the evolution of loss prevention, emphasizing the importance of prevention over response in public safety. They discuss the integration of technology, such as AI and body-worn cameras, in enhancing crime detection and prevention. The dialogue also highlights the significance of collaboration between retailers and law enforcement, the challenges of data sharing and the behavioral cues that can indicate potential criminal activity. Mahesh and Dr. Hayes also discuss insights into future trends in crime prevention and the role of technology in shaping these developments. Read Hayes, PhD, is a Research Scientist and Criminologist at the University of Florida, and Director of the LPRC. The LPRC includes 100 major retail corporations, multiple law enforcement agencies, trade associations and more than 170 protective solution/tech partners working together year-round in the field, in VR and in simulation labs with scientists and practitioners to increase people and place safety by reducing theft, fraud and violence. Dr. Hayes has authored four books and more than 320 journal and trade articles.

Welcome back, comic crusaders and digital daredevils! This week on Play Comics, we're diving into the gloriously chaotic world of Heavy Metal: Geomatrix for the Sega Dreamcast—a game that asks, “What if Heavy Metal magazine became a button-mashing arena brawler with enough explosions to make Michael Bay jealous?” Released by Capcom in 2001 and featuring the wild art of Simon Bisley, this four-player deathmatch extravaganza throws you into a 23rd-century future where VR-addicted humanity battles it out in submerged cities, all while capturing the magazine's signature blend of sci-fi, fantasy, and “did my mom just see that?” moments. Joining us for this high-octane journey through neo-cyberspace mayhem is none other than our beloved returning guest Billy – yes, the same mysterious internet hermit who graced us with his presence during our previous mecha-focused episodes covering Gundam Battle Assault 2 and Gundam Wing: Endless Duel. Billy's back to help us navigate the testosterone-fueled battlegrounds of teams like the 818 Stompers, 991 Elite, 707 Metal Heads, and 323 Agents, because apparently in the future, gang names are just random numbers followed by edgy nouns. So grab your favorite energy drink, prepare your best robot voice impressions, and settle in for another episode where we discover if this Dreamcast gem was a faithful adaptation or just an excuse to watch scantily-clad warriors duke it out with bazookas and laser swords in the name of preserving humanity. With Billy's expert commentary on all things giant robot-adjacent, this promises to be more entertaining than watching someone try to explain the plot of Heavy Metal magazine to their grandmother! Learn such things as: Can nano-technology make terrible character names sound cooler? Is it possible to have too many weapons in one arena, or is that just quitter talk? How many metal bands does it take to make a video game soundtrack truly “heavy”? And so much more! You can find Billy nowhere online because he's a hermit who hides out in those secret places of the internet that only we know about. If you want to be a guest on the show please check out the Be a A Guest on the Show page and let me know what you're interested in. If you want to help support the show check out the Play Comics Patreon page or head over to the Support page if you want to go another route. You can also check out the Play Comics Merch Store. Play Comics is part of the Gonna Geek Network, which is a wonderful collection of geeky podcasts. Be sure to check out the other shows on Gonna Geek if you need more of a nerd fix. You can find Play Comics @playcomics.bsky.social on Bluesky, @playcomicscast on Twitter and in the Play Comics Podcast Fan Group on Facebook. A big thanks to the Kickstarter campaign for Starlite and The Last Comic Shop Podcast for the promos today. Intro/Outro Music by Backing Track, who  couldn't make a better soundtrack for this game. But he could come pretty close.Read transcript

In this episode of the Day One Patch Podcast, we dive into some major Xbox news as Microsoft begins rolling out an aggregated PC game library, letting players launch titles from Xbox, Game Pass, Battle.net, and more—all from within the Xbox app. We also check out the newly announced Meta Quest 3S Xbox Edition, a sleek VR bundle built with Xbox fans in mind. Then, in true Kojima fashion, we discuss why the legendary developer rewrote parts of Death Stranding 2 because playtesters were enjoying it too much. Plus, this week's Gaming Fun Fact covers the unique case of 007: Nightfire—a game with a surprisingly different PC version than its console counterparts.

James is the director of Fraser Esports and global esports speaker and education consultant. Fraser Esports is the first company in the world to run the esports online BTEC, which he helped co-write , whilst his company also provides esports education and consultancy around the world. His mission is to provide esports education to traditional and home educated students, AP, SEND and mainstream students and create a global curriculum that introduces esports education and its benefits to everyone, including his latest collaboration with ASDAN. James has won multiple awards for his innovation and leadership in education, including the SFCA for the BTEC esports qualification, the Ed Tech Innovator Award and the NASEF Scholastic Fellow. He is also a global speaker, author, mentor, and ambassador for esports and education, collaborating with prestigious organisations such as Microsoft, Lenovo, ESG Gaming, Fnatic, NASEF, NES, Guild, Gameplan, and Yoyotech. James's mission is support places of education with understanding the benefits of esports and education and to link students with the best esports work-experience opportunities through Fraser Esports. James is also the education director for Community Care Gaming, helping to support people over the age of 50, combat social isolation and slow down the onset of dementia through gaming and VR projects. James has been working in esports education for many years and mainstream education for over 23 years at mid to senior level. His other roles have seen him as a National Trainer for Pearson, the co-creator of the first-ever BTEC in esports, BDM and QM Samurai founder at Queen Mary's College, Basingstoke.

Joined this week by very special guest Jesse Vitelli, check out Jesse's work at Restart.Run@mamavitelli.bsky.social Cast: Christian H, Tom Caswell & Jesse Vitelli Pokémon: 486 - RegigigasOfftopic: Mark Hamil, Restart.Run, Spindrift, LightsabersGames: Death Stranding 2, Rematch, Digimon Cybersleuth, WMG, VR, Switch 2, Dune Awakening, Mario Kart, Donkey Kong BananzaDiscordhttps://discord.gg/wkvu88KvTVQuestions, Comments, Complaints, Corrections!?Call: 805-738-8692Twitter: @UnrankedPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In This Episode:The city again explodes into chaos, told from five different points of view. From Polo's paranoid plotting to Karch's triumphant siege and Quinto's rise to power, see the battle for Ness unfold through the eyes of the Guildmasters themselves as the old order is violently overthrown.Some secrets are worth dying for. Some are worth killing for.---Intimidated that you're dozens of episodes behind and afraid to start listening? Don't be. Here's a handy Listener's Guide that let's you know spots where you can start listening further in the story.---Interested in the development of the complex story and want to know how writer Jake Kerr puts it together every week? Want an ad-free experience? Subscribe to his Patreon. Love world building? Want ongoing updates? Free members get ongoing story updates with interesting reference material about the guild hierarchy, geography, and history. Free Patreon members also receive copies of the first Thieves Guild ebook. The next book will be released in 2025 and Patreon members will also receive that book (and all subsequent books!) for free, too. Want to go directly to get your free books? Click here.---If you would like to view a map of Ness, you can find it here.----Grab some Thieves Guild merch!https://store.podcastalchemy.studio----Check out our other drama podcasts!Artifacts of the ArcaneA historical urban fantasy set at the beginning of World War Two. The world has abandoned magic, but magic hasn't abandoned the world.https://podcastalchemy.studio/arcaneThursdayA cyberpunk VR thriller.No one can be trusted when nothing is real.https://podcastalchemy.studio/thursday----Find out more about writer Jake Kerr: https://www.jakekerr.comFollow Jake on Bluesky @jakekerr.com

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Carl Hayden Smith, founder of the Cyberdelic Nexus and Museum of Consciousness, discusses his concept of "hyperhumanism" as an alternative to the transhumanist agenda. The conversation covers how technology is reshaping human consciousness, the attention economy's impact on our minds, and practical approaches (including psychedelics) to becoming more human in an increasingly digital world. What You'll Learn About:

Why Human Connection Will Define the Future of DesignIn this episode, experiential architect and design entrepreneur Kitae Kim shares how his early love for art evolved into a mission to transform how designers connect with clients. Drawing from his experiences with large-scale public art and architectural installations, Kitae discusses the communication gaps that plague traditional design presentations. He explains how current methods often fail to convey the emotional and functional depth of a design, which can hinder trust, collaboration, and profitability.Kitae introduces Foveate, a platform he co-founded to help designers present their ideas using immersive 3D tools and intuitive storytelling. By leveraging technology like VR and interactive design environments, Foveate enables a more human-centered design process that strengthens the architect-client relationship. He emphasizes that in an increasingly digital world, the future of design will belong to those who can build connection, not just concepts.Kitae also shares advice for small firms looking to stand out, urging them to focus on brand clarity and the emotional impact of their work. As the design industry evolves with AI and immersive tech, he argues that architects must evolve too—by mastering the art of storytelling and redefining the way they sell ideas. This week at EntreArchitect Podcast, Why Human Connection Will Define the Future of Design with Kitae Kim.Connect with Kitae online at foveate.com or find him on Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube.Please Visit Our Platform SponsorsArcatemy is Arcat's Continuing Education Program. Listen to Arcat's Detailed podcast and earn HSW credits. As a trusted provider, Arcat ensures you earn AIA CE credits while advancing your expertise and career in architecture. Learn more at Arcat.com/continuing-education.Visit our Platform Sponsors today and thank them for supporting YOU... The EntreArchitect Community of small firm architects.Mentioned in this episode:SpacesContext & ClarityBuild Smart

Xbox are finally in the VR game... kinda They're also planning more staff cuts. We talk aboutall the latest news in the world of Xbox and beyond in this week's MXAM Podcast ►Please Subscribe www.youtube.com/myxboxandme  ►Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/McFixer  ► BRAND NEW MXAM DISCORD - https://discord.gg/aQDSbAy8QH   ► Twitter: @MCFixer @Kreshnikplays @MattPVideo @PaulDespawn  ► Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/McFixer   ► Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/Kreshnik  ► Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/PaulDespawn  00:00 Intro 05:18 Xbox Limited Edition Meta Quest 3S 18:45 Whats Been in our Box (Crisol, Mixtape, Wuchang, Alters, Demonschool) 47:58 Microsoft Plans Major Job Cuts at Xbox Gaming Division 01:00:38 Guess that Game  01:07:47 Blind Ranking 01:18:51 Fixers Sack

Send us a textIn this episode...--> Third-party games have reportedly struggled to sell on Nintendo Switch 2 at launch, with one publisher claiming that its game has sold “below our lowest estimates”.--> Fan-favorite rhythm game Beat Saber is ending support for PlayStation consoles, and for many players, this feels very much like the final nail in the coffin for PlayStation's VR aspirations.--> The limited-edition, Xbox-branded Meta Quest 3S headset has arrived.--> A man has been arrested after police say he stole more than $10,000 worth of Nintendo Switch games from multiple public libraries in Northern California.--> Also: Top 3 New Releases, Gamers Week DebatesFind more from Patrick Brickhouse at retroblast.bsky.social!We love our sponsors! Please help us support those who support us!- Check out the Retro Game Club Podcast at linktr.ee/retrogameclub- Connect with CafeBTW at linktr.ee/cafebtw- Get creative with Pixel Pond production company at pixelpondllc.com- Visit Absolutely the Best Podcast: A Work in Progress at linktr.ee/absolutelythebest**Use this link to get a $20 credit when you upgrade to a paid podcast hosting plan on Buzzsprout! buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1884378Hosts: wrytersview, retrogamebrews, retroblastpatOpening theme: "Gamers Week Theme" by Akseli TakanenPatron theme: "Chiptune Boss" by donniegretroClosing theme: "Gamers Week Full-Length Theme" by Akseli TakanenSupport the show

Death Stranding 2, Bayonetta 3 and more – Geekoholics Anonymous Video Game Podcast 492 On this weeks episode we blab about the following Games and topics: Whatcha Been Playing?  Death Stranding 2 28:33 Bayonetta 3 48:36 News:  Cross Platform / PC / Misc. Sega reveals Sega Store Tokyo is on the way 55:51 Hollywood producer Adi Shankar acquires rights to Duke Nukem 58:53 MindsEye studio Build a Rocket Boy has reportedly started mass layoff proceedings 1:06:31 Nintendo Metroid Prime 4 advert reportedly spotted in London, sparking hopes of imminent release 1:11:36 Dbrand is sending improved Switch 2 grips to all customers after ‘spectacularly terrible response' to detaching claims 1:13:25 PlayStation Sony remembers PSVR2 exists, announces four new games coming soon 1:18:02 Everybody's Golf Hot Shots gets release date, pre-ordering unlocks playable Pac-Man 1:21:30 Xbox Microsoft dips its toes into VR with limited edition Xbox-themed Meta Quest headset 1:23:18 PSA's: Epic Games Store Freebies: Sable PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for July - Diablo IV, King of Fighters and Jusant Help support the show: - Subscribe to our Twitch channel http://twitch.tv/geekoholics - Use our Epic Creator Code: GEEKOHOLICS when purchasing items in Fortnite or buying games on the Epic Games Store - Please review the show (bit.ly/geekoholics) on Apple Music, Apple Podcasts and to share with your friends. Reviews help us reach more listeners, and the feedback helps us to produce a better show. Join our Discord server: CLICK HERE Don't forget to follow our Social Media Feeds to keep up to date on our adventures: Youtube Twitter Instagram Facebook Thanks for listening and have a great weekend! You can reach me on Twitter @RicF

Keywords Sci-Fi, Gaming, Marvel, AI, Meta, VR, Doomsday, X-Men, Fan-Made, Podcast Summary In this episode of Podcast for Sci-Fi, the hosts dive into various topics including the latest in sci-fi gaming, fan-made trailers, and the potential future of AI in film. They discuss the upcoming Marvel fighting game, rumors surrounding Doomsday and the X-Men, and […] The post Doomsday rumors, Marvel Game/Japan, Meta, Spiderman Noir, Top 20 scifi, Quest 3 – Episode 479 appeared first on Podcast4Scifi.

Ryan Phelan is a partner and patent attorney at Marshall Gerstein. He discusses his journey from a background in computer science and fintech to becoming a prominent IP attorney serving clients in the MedTech industry and beyond. He shares insights on the importance of protecting intellectual property, especially for startups, and the burgeoning role of AI in medical technology. This succinct yet fascinating conversation highlights the critical intersection of law, technology, and medical innovation. Guest links: https://www.marshallip.com | https://www.patentnext.com/  Charity supported: Sleep in Heavenly Peace Interested in being a guest on the show or have feedback to share? Email us at theleadingdifference@velentium.com.  PRODUCTION CREDITS Host: Lindsey Dinneen Editing: Marketing Wise Producer: Velentium   EPISODE TRANSCRIPT Episode 058 - Ryan Phelan [00:00:00] Lindsey Dinneen: Hi, I'm Lindsey and I'm talking with MedTech industry leaders on how they change lives for a better world. [00:00:09] Diane Bouis: The inventions and technologies are fascinating and so are the people who work with them. [00:00:15] Frank Jaskulke: There was a period of time where I realized, fundamentally, my job was to go hang out with really smart people that are saving lives and then do work that would help them save more lives. [00:00:28] Diane Bouis: I got into the business to save lives and it is incredibly motivating to work with people who are in that same business, saving or improving lives. [00:00:38] Duane Mancini: What better industry than where I get to wake up every day and just save people's lives. [00:00:42] Lindsey Dinneen: These are extraordinary people doing extraordinary work, and this is The Leading Difference. Hello, and welcome back to another episode of The Leading Difference podcast. I'm your host, Lindsey, and I am so looking forward to my conversation today with Ryan Phelan. Ryan is a partner and patent attorney at the Chicago based intellectual property law firm, Marshall Gerstein, where he counsels medtech companies on protecting their valuable IP. Ryan ultimately believes that AI is an important technology to embrace, but cautions medical device and related companies to approach it pragmatically, developing a policy to govern and protect intangible assets and innovation. All right. Well, thank you so much for being here, Ryan. I'm so excited to speak with you today. [00:01:29] Ryan Phelan: Yeah. Thank you for having me. Thank you, Lindsey. [00:01:31] Lindsey Dinneen: Of course. Well, I'd love if you'd start off by sharing a little bit about your background and what led you to medtech. [00:01:39] Ryan Phelan: Sure, absolutely. So I'm an attorney by trade. And I started off in probably a different place than most people in MedTech, but I have a computer science degree and I worked in industry first for Accenture, doing a lot of programming and consulting in the FinTech world. So, high frequency trading and programming some pretty complicated data algorithms in order to trade stocks and bonds and securities, and things like this. That let me see aspects of intellectual property that people were doing with respect to the code I was writing. So I got curious with IP and law, and that led me to law school, Northwestern Law, in pursuing a joint JD, MBA program, which I finished in 2010. And I went into IP law with a passion for technology, pretty much in the computing space. And then in the last decade or so, IP practitioners, not unlike doctors, like to practice in specific areas and one of the ones that I focused on is software medical devices. And so that, that kind of led me into the realm of medtech. [00:02:48] Lindsey Dinneen: Very nice. Okay. So you have had such an interesting career trajectory and I'm wondering, back in the day, say you're a six year old Ryan, could six year old Ryan have predicted that you would be a lawyer and particularly intellectual property? [00:03:04] Ryan Phelan: Absolutely not. I mean, first of all nobody in my family, at least immediate family, was a lawyer. And so going to law school was not on the radar. I grew up in Louisiana in a small town, basically farm life, so certainly technology and stuff like that wasn't available in the city. But I did have a passion for things that were tech. I was certainly a kid that loved to take things apart and put them back together and build all kinds of Legos and stuff like that. So that basic kind of STEM acumen or desire was always there from the beginning. And so, as I, I grew up and got exposed to more things, certainly in college, it became kind of a passion. And so, I ended up doing that. We did have some medical issues in my family, including cardiac and cancer and stuff like that. So, those types of things always hit home with me and you're getting to a chance to kind of lean into medtech, at least on the software side, with medtech devices that include or incorporate medical technology became very interesting to me personally. [00:04:07] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah, of course. And so going back just a smidgen when you decided to go into law and you know, you've come from this background that was the software engineering and you've got this fintech background and you have all of these amazing skill sets already, what led you specifically to say, "Okay, I want to focus on intellectual property, and so this is going to be my, my sweet spot." [00:04:33] Ryan Phelan: Yeah. So when you go to law school, you get exposed to a lot of different classes. In fact, in your first year law school, you're required to take a bunch of baseline courses like criminal law and all these things. And so you quickly figure out what you like and what you don't like. And so for me, a computer science degree is always kind of the beating heart of what I loved. And so I wanted to, I tended to like, classes that were up that alley, so to speak. And the IP course that I took was definitely there because it was all about technology, inventions, people making things, and how those inventions played out in court. So I found my greatest joy in law school to be in those classes. So I spoke up the most in class and did the best. There's common saying that "you should do things that you love because you never have to work a day in your life" kind of thing. So I always try to think about that, and certainly fun today because I practice in IP and picked that direction. [00:05:27] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah, absolutely. So, in addition to all of the other credentials you have, you are also a published author and you are a speaker. And I would love if you would share maybe a little bit more about how you got into being a thought leader as well in your industry and how that path has taken you. [00:05:51] Ryan Phelan: Yeah, for sure. It's the same kind of thing. I've always liked to write as well. And I feel that when I write about something, I really get to understand it. And so in my field, there's a lot of stuff happening all the time. Like a court will come out with a new case, an IP and medtech or AI or something like this, and I really like to dig into it to figure out how can I use this court decision as a tool for clients, or how does this change things up? What will clients ask me questions going forward, or how can this be an interesting topic to either write about or to speak about? And so, I try to learn when I'm reading, and then I write it, and that teaches me, and I think and hope that others get a benefit from that too when I publish, so. [00:06:34] Lindsey Dinneen: Yes, of course. Of course. And you are also, if I'm not mistaken, an adjunct professor. So, first of all, do you sleep? And second of all, tell me more about this as well, please. [00:06:47] Ryan Phelan: Yeah, so I'm an adjunct professor at Northwestern Law. I teach a course on patenting software inventions. I do sleep because it's only once a year for a power week. You know, I think it's like three days out of the year. There's the long classes, they're like a few hours each, but we pack in several 30 minute core sessions into a day. So one day, maybe we'll go for three hours or two hours. And, you know, we will get the benefit of several weeks of coursework by doing all of that at once in those three days. And so, I teach on that. We teach fundamentals of patenting softwares and inventions, which includes medtech software devices. For example, the FDA classifies software, medical inventions in, in, in certain ways, like their software as a medical device where you have the software only such as, you have database with medical data and you're either formatting it or storing it or processing in some unique way, or you have software in a medical device where you actually have a physical device. It's a cardiac device where the software is running or at least partially running that device. And so we talk about ways to, to patent those inventions primarily with US law. So. [00:07:59] Lindsey Dinneen: Very nice. So specifically thinking about your medtech clients, because I know you probably have clients in many industries, but specifically in medtech, what are some of the common mistakes you see medtech companies making? Especially say, you know, an earlier startup or something like that, when maybe they haven't thought through an aspect that really should be thought through a little bit earlier in the process. What are some common things that you see that people should be aware of? [00:08:27] Ryan Phelan: Yeah, I mean, easily one of them is not filing a patent application early. And if they are a startup company and they have their biggest selling product, or what they think will be their biggest selling product, and they don't file a patent application on it, that could be bad because you have one year to get to the patent office with that, at least in the U. S. to file something once it's been publicly disclosed. And if you miss that deadline, then effectively you're allowing your competitors to copy it. And if you're a startup company, the last thing you want is for your product to become extremely successful and then a big Fortune 500 company gets wind of it, figures out you don't have a patent, and then just starts making it themselves and it takes away your market share. So that would be, you know, I think that's every inventor of startups like worst nightmare, right? So, getting that patent on file before the deadline is pretty important. [00:09:22] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah, of course. Now, I noticed you had recently written an article on LinkedIn about when to file this patent. And I know part of maybe some concerns that might arise are, "Well, we don't necessarily want this to be in public awareness yet." So how do you walk that line between "This is our IP, we're really trying to keep it very tight," versus, "But I also need this protection, this legal protection." So how do you navigate things like that? [00:09:54] Ryan Phelan: Yeah, so the point at which you need to make your invention publicly available or to disclose it because you need to, you know, maybe you're going to pitch competition and you need to show your invention on like a PowerPoint deck in front of hundreds of people. Then that's probably a good point to start thinking about filing a patent application if you're still developing it, and it's like in your basement, so to speak, and nobody's seen it. It's still secret then. You don't need to necessarily file a patent application at that point. Although, there's a funny thing in patent law where, if you have an idea, sometimes there's somebody else thinking about it too, and the first one to get the patent office, wins, and so, you certainly don't want to wait around too long and find out years later that you filed your patent application the day after somebody else. This actually happened with Thomas Edison and the light bulb and he had lots of fights about the other person that was claiming the same thing that lost, and we don't remember his name today because of that. So anyway, so that's one thing to keep in mind when you're starting out. [00:10:54] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. Well, and speaking of those kinds of stories, are there any that particularly stand out to you as you've worked with all of these incredible clients who have seriously life changing products they're creating. Are there any that really stand out to you in your memory as affirming, "Oh my goodness, this is why I'm here. This is why I'm doing what I'm doing." [00:11:17] Ryan Phelan: Yeah, for sure. One that stands out is one in the opioid or the narcotics market. In my family, we have an individual who is unfortunately affected by this. And so, I had a client that reached out to me to create a VR program that helps to eliminate or to reduce cravings in this field. And that one was really impactful because using technology and non pharmaceutical way in order to reduce cravings for people that are struggling with addiction of some type, I felt to be very important. So I thoroughly enjoyed working with that inventor and helping to, to create that patent application for that invention. [00:11:59] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah, of course. Yeah. Thank you for sharing about that. I think sometimes those really personal connection kinds of stories are the ones that really stick in your mind because it, it helps to have this moment of realization, like you know that what you do matters, of course, but then having that extra layer of confirmation that "Yes, this is helping somebody who could literally be a family member or a close friend or relative" is really impactful. [00:12:25] Ryan Phelan: Exactly. [00:12:26] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. So considering all of the industries that you currently serve, and of course, you have this incredibly varied background, which can only be wonderful to draw on from this rich history and experience of yours. What are some interesting crossovers you see between industries that can be useful in terms of, maybe one industry approaches something in a way that you've seen could actually really benefit folks in medtech or vice versa. Are you seeing trends like that? [00:12:59] Ryan Phelan: Yeah, absolutely. I mean, one of the biggest ones that I can think of now is artificial intelligence coming into play with medtech. I mean, certainly, medtech kind of runs the gamut of, you know, like, like we mentioned before software only to physical devices that incorporate software. And so AI is interesting because you can load it and AI model onto one of these physical devices, or you can have an AI model that's medtech based sitting on a server somewhere that can help doctors look or find particular cause or whatnot like that, based on symptoms that a patient may walk into, or maybe there's a device, like a needle, that allows that has an AI model on it that helps with injection or something like this. And so, these AI tools are becoming smarter. And I think that they help in the field of medtech and they require a different level of expertise with these inventions to not only create them because they're complex, but also to bring them to market because they require specific FDA regulations. Even the FDA right now is trying to figure out AI. They have approved several AI devices, but it usually comes down to, you know, is your AI device going to change in the near future because you're going to update the model? And if so, does that change it enough to require like a new submission? So the fact that AI moves so rapidly doesn't really mix well with the FDA's process of approving the device and having it set in stone at that approval state. [00:14:30] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. So where do you anticipate that this will take medical devices? Do you think it'll become so naturally ingrained in many of them that it's just sort of part of our reality, or do you think we'll still have those --what do we want to call them-- not AI functionality devices? [00:14:48] Ryan Phelan: Yeah, I think both will exist. You know, certainly a spectrum of these devices, right? Certainly there's surgical tools that exist now that have hundreds of years, or a hundred years, just in different, maybe better forms. So, those will stay, stick around. The AI assisted ones, I'm sure will find their niche, and live alongside the the existing tools. [00:15:10] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah, absolutely. If you could narrow it down, what would be maybe your top piece of advice for a MedTech startup founder from your perspective, in your role? [00:15:23] Ryan Phelan: Yeah, I guess the number one would be again to, you know, make sure you're not giving away your crown jewels. Have your patent filed before you step out. If you're trying to raise money, just be careful that you're not sharing information publicly. You have to share with a potential investor, consider an NDA or if they won't sign an NDA, you can file a provisional patent application with the patent office. That shows that you have something on file before you talk to others. And as long as you describe the invention sufficiently in the four corners of your provisional application, then that's often the best way to protect yourself going out. So I think, as an IP attorney, that, that would be the number one advice that I would give a startup company in the medtech space. [00:16:10] Lindsey Dinneen: That's incredible. Thank you for that. That's really appreciated advice. So, it's so interesting because when I was looking at your LinkedIn profile, of course you have all of this incredible experience, and one thing actually really stood out to me, and that was that at least at some point you have been a and --I'm sure you've done this throughout your career multiple times-- but a pro bono lawyer for Lawyers for the Creative Arts. And I was curious about that and how you got involved, and can you share a little bit about that journey? [00:16:40] Ryan Phelan: Yeah. So LCA or Lawyers for the Creative Arts is an organization here in Chicago that deals with artists of limited means. You know, usually they have some type of basic issue that they want handled and it mainly deals with IP. Typically, I work on a different capacity for these because I see them as like kind of fun learning opportunities. I usually work in the copyright space and the clients that I work with need help either filing a copyright for maybe a piece of art that they've created, or maybe have a question about how their IP is being used or sold in some way, and they need to figure out if their IP has been infringed. And so, we'll work with them in a pro bono capacity to help write a letter to a company or to file a copyright registration and things like that. [00:17:28] Lindsey Dinneen: Well, as a, as my side thing as also an artist, I just want to say thank you because it is so great that you're doing things like that for the artist community. It is not always easy. So, oh, that's great, appreciate it. Yeah. So as you look towards your own future, what are you excited about say in the next year or two? [00:17:50] Ryan Phelan: Very excited to see how, I guess, AI is playing out with medtech. You're seeing regulations and guidelines coming out that The United States Patent and Trademark Office and also the Copyright Office about how these laws will impact artists. I've sat on a panel with the Copyright Office and the United States Patent and Trademark Office as they're thinking through these decisions and putting out these guidelines. There is questions about, is the new administration going to change things up with respect to guidance and guidelines that have come out. So, you know, artists are looking at AI is like a tool, like a paintbrush. And the law is kind of looking at it, obviously from the legal perspective and it doesn't seem like those two things are aligned yet. There's common in, in history that the law typically lags the technology by, you know, a decade or two or more. And so that's certainly the case with AI. For example, there is a famous -- I wouldn't call it a case-- but a denial of a copyright registration at the copyright office for a gentleman that had created an AI piece of artwork, won the Colorado state fair, I think in 2022, and tried to file a copyright registration, but was denied. And he told the copyright office, basically he had entered in 500 plus prompts in order to generate, or at least partially generate, this work of art, but was still denied . Not because of his effort, just because of the way the law is written under current copyright statutes. And so, things like that seem to be, at least from a policy perspective, incorrect. And so it'd be great to see exciting how this plays out. Will Congress care enough to change it or how will artists be impacted under these types of laws and policy considerations going forward? [00:19:35] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah, absolutely. So pivoting the conversation a little bit just for fun, imagine that you were to be offered a million dollars masterclass on anything you want. It can be within your industry or part of your amazing background, or it could be about something entirely different. What would you choose to teach? [00:19:55] Ryan Phelan: Yeah. Wow. You know, I guess I would teach what I'm currently teaching. Cause I, I do enjoy the class I teach now. I'm at Northwestern, my alma mater, which I love. It's down the street from the office, get to go in same place where I went to school and teach the law and things that I do every day, which is patenting software inventions, including the medtech space. If I could get a million dollars to teach what I do now, that would be wonderful, in this hypothetical, so. [00:20:22] Lindsey Dinneen: Right. I love it. Excellent. And how do you wish to be remembered after you leave this world? [00:20:30] Ryan Phelan: Wow. I hope people remember me as someone who was fun loving and enjoyed tech and hopefully brought some information to the world that helped them in some way. [00:20:42] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah, of course. And final question, what is one thing that makes you smile every time you see or think about it? [00:20:51] Ryan Phelan: Oh, wow. I guess there's a lot of stuff. I also like to do some type of sports. Currently, the ski season is ending, so I certainly enjoy skiing, so when I see or think about that's one of those things, and now coming is the golf season, so I transitioned into that. We're looking forward to some good weather here, finally, in Chicago. It was 80 degrees last week, and it snowed yesterday, so things are changing from golf to ski season, but one of those is always fun, so. [00:21:17] Lindsey Dinneen: That's awesome. That's fantastic. Yeah. If folks who are listening are in a position, would there be a way for them to get in contact with you and then how early should they do that actually? [00:21:31] Ryan Phelan: Yeah. There's multiple stages. They can get in touch with me anytime they want. You can always find me at our firm's website, Marshall Gerstein. Or if you want to, you can go to patentnext.com, just patent and the word next. com. That's my blog that I write on typically, and it has my contact information there, including my email address. [00:21:51] Lindsey Dinneen: Perfect. Well, thank you so much. Well, Ryan, it has been a joy to speak with you today. I really appreciate you sharing a little bit about your career and your insights, your advice, especially appreciate that for MedTech founders who might, you know, not quite know where to start with this whole legal element that they really need to consider. So I really appreciate you sharing kind of when and how to do that. And we're excited to be making a donation on your behalf, as a thank you for your time today, to Sleep in Heavenly Peace, which provides beds for children who don't have any in the United States. So thank you for choosing that charity to support. And thank you again so much for being here. This has been a wonderful conversation, and I just wish you the most continued success as you work to change lives for a better world. [00:22:41] Ryan Phelan: Thank you, Lindsey. My pleasure. Happy to be here too. Thank you for having me. [00:22:44] Lindsey Dinneen: Of course. And for our listeners, thank you so much for tuning in. If you're feeling as inspired as I am, I'd love it if you'd share this episode with a colleague or two, and we'll catch you next time. [00:22:56] Ben Trombold: The Leading Difference is brought to you by Velentium. 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Hello everyone, and welcome to another exciting episode of VR in Education, where we explore how virtual reality is transforming teaching and learning.  We're thrilled to welcome Richard Lane, the founder and visionary behind Virtulane—an innovative immersive learning company based in Australia. Richard brings a unique blend of educational insight, and deep tech expertise to the world of virtual reality. Under his leadership, Virtulane has been pushing the boundaries of what's possible in immersive education, not only within Australia's diverse education systems but also with international partners, including clients in Alberta, Canada. His passion lies in designing meaningful learning experiences that prioritize process over product. Check out https://virtulane.com.au/.

Interior spaces can become sanctuaries that nurture human health, well-being, and our fundamental connection to the living systems around us when we adopt Biophilic Design principles. We speak with Nuria Munoz, interior designer and founder of the Habitarmonia Academy, who shares her experience and offers an inspiring perspective on this transformative power of Biophilic Design. "Buildings would breathe, cities would heal, and nature would be woven into every space we touch," Munoz envisions. Her approach goes beyond aesthetic decoration, representing an holistic reimagining of how we interact with our built environments. At its core, biophilic design is about creating deep, meaningful connections. "The more you are connected to biophilia, you slow down and connect with your client on a deeper level," Nuria explains. This approach transforms design from a mechanical process to an empathetic journey of understanding human needs and experiences. The design process becomes a collaborative exploration. She uses innovative techniques like nature connection surveys and playful card games to understand clients' relationships with their environment. "We ask how often they go to nature, how connected they are," she shares, highlighting the importance of personal connection in design. Biophilic design engages all senses, creating spaces that nurture well-being. From carefully selected materials to lighting and spatial experiences, every element is considered. Nuria's's approach incorporates meditation, embodiment exercises, and deep understanding of neuroscience to create truly transformative spaces. The design world is witnessing exciting developments. Cities are becoming greener, with innovative approaches like free rainwater collection systems and street transformation projects. Technology like VR and AI are also creating new possibilities for connecting people with nature-inspired experiences. "People are fed up with the old way," Nuria observes. "There's a lot of stress and anxiety, and people are starting to understand we can live differently."The Broader Impact Biophilic design extends beyond individual spaces. It's about planetary health, regenerative leadership, and creating environments that enhance life. "We should be asking with every decision: Is it going to enhance life?" Munoz challenges designers and individuals alike. Her Habitarmonia Academy takes this philosophy further, offering comprehensive courses that transform designers into advocates for holistic, nature-connected design. The upcoming One Earth symposium in Barcelona will bring together experts to bridge neuroscience, environmental psychology, and design. Nuria is co-organizing a five-day symposium in Barcelona from June 30th to July 4th, bringing together neuroscience and environmental psychology experts like Ty Farrow and Bill Browning, which includes keynote speakers, workshops, city visits, and immersive experiences designed to bridge scientific understanding with practical biophilic design applications. For Nuria, biophilic design is more than a trend—it's a necessary paradigm shift. "Little changes have a massive ripple effect," she emphasizes. It's about taking responsibility, making conscious choices, and recognizing our fundamental connection to the natural world. As cities evolve and design practices transform, biophilic principles offer a beacon of hope—a way to create spaces that not only shelter us but truly nurture our physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.Follow and connect with Nuria and try the Habitarmonia academy, plus get your hands on the New Earth One Symposium in Barcelona:Habitarmonia Ecosystem: A global community platform connecting professionals in biophilic and well-being design to collaborate, learn, and co-create regenerative solutions.https://www.habitarmonia-academy.com/habitarmonia-ecosystemHabitarmonia Academy: An educational branch offering specialized courses and certifications in biophilic and well-being design, integrating neuroscience, sustainability, and regenerative practices.https://www.habitarmonia-academy.com/Our State-of-the-Art Biophilic and Well-being Design Course: A flagship 12-week program that empowers participants to master biophilic design principles, tools, and applications for transformative, health-centered spaces.Englishhttps://www.habitarmonia-academy.com/designing-spaces-heal-inspire-uplift-livesSpanishhttps://www.habitarmonia-academy.com/curso-diseno-biofilico-y-bienestar-habitarmonia-esHabitarmonia Studio: A consultancy and creative design studio delivering expert services in biophilic, well-being, and regenerative design projects across sectors.https://www.habitarmonia.eu/New Project: HEAL (Human Environment Architectural Laboratory)- In preparation of Website: An innovation hub and collective focused on designing life-centric, regenerative spaces that heal people and ecosystems through research-based, nature-integrated approaches.https://www.healarch.com/Collaborator of Symposium in Barcelona: A key organizing partner and content curator for an international symposium exploring neuroarchitecture, environmental psychology, and biophilic designhttps://new-earth.one/symposium/

Susanna Murphy of Zero Latency joins Jess to talk about their VR offering and summer camps for kids.

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MedinaYA debut fantasy, multiple POV, necromancer who wants to bring her sister back from the dead, romance, floating continents, rapier fightsBaldwin: A Love Story by Nicholas BoggsBiography of James Baldwin, queer history Vulture by Phoebe Greenwood Literary fiction, Gaza war correspondent protagonist, dark comedy A New New Me by Helen Oyeyemi Surreal literary sci fi, protagonist with multiple personalities Extinction Capital of the World by Mariah Rigg Short stories, cli fi, Hawaii, love and regret The Re-Write by Lizzie Damilola Blackburn Romance, rom-com, lovers to enemies to lovers, her ex goes on a reality dating show while she's hired to ghost write his memoir Lessons in Magic and Disaster by Charlie Jane Anders Cozy fantasy in autumn in New England!!!, witch trying to reconnect with her mother, spellsThe Midnight Shift by Seon-Ran Cheon, translated by Gene PngQueer vampire murder mystery in KoreaToni and Addie Go Viral by Melissa MarrSapphic romance, fake relationship, Victorian historian and actress

MikeJ, Pedro and Matt along with special guest and CEO of Flat2VR Studios Eric Masher talk about POSTAL 2 Redux as well as POSTAL 2 VR. Also plenty of game industry nonsense!

Welcome to Xbox On, a podcast with one host, about one console, Xbox. I am said host, Jesse DeRosa, and on today's episode we'll be talking the latest Xbox news for the week of June 26, 2025 including, Xbox makes its VR debut with the surprise reveal of the Meta Quest 3S Xbox Edition, new reports point to an unfortunate 3rd round of layoffs for team Xbox soon, Xbox is coming to Gamescom 2025 in August, and more! New episodes every Thursday! ______________________________________________________________ Main YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCtW7KhvTGMgYnR6HvsY12Qg ______________________________________________________________ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/lightningmcstream ______________________________________________________________ Time stamps: 00:38 Opening Banter 16:20 Corrections 23:10 Stories of mild amusement 50:01 What I've been eating 52:49 What I've been playing 1:15:02 News 1:29:30 Small news 1:32:32 Listener Comments 1:50:44 Outro (Music by BB Murder Case

250626(2) [슬기로운 덕후 생활] (1) 눈 앞에 차은우가…‘숨멎' VR 콘서트 가보니 / (2) 넌 누구냐? ‘K-뷰티' 가장한 유럽 브랜드 / (3) [금주의 픽] : 영화 "하이파이브" / (4) 조선왕실 사당 건물 '관월당', 100년 만에 돌아왔다 - 이태훈

This weeks crew: Webby, Graham, Nick, Darren We haven't played as many games as usual this week due to the hot weather but we do discuss Stellar Blade, F1 25, MTG Arena, VR games and more. https://www.patreon.com/360gamercast https://discord.gg/CqDMSg9 https://www.facebook.com/groups/360gamercast/ https://twitter.com/Webby360G https://twitter.com/360GamerCast All Access Patrons - John Smith Philip Thompson Neil Quigley

Drawing from her diverse upbringing in Los Angeles, Cherry Lee curates an eclectic, multicultural sound that hits the dancefloor hard and breathes a fresh perspective into LA's underground community. On this episode of Dirtybird Radio, she lays down a wildly creative set, weaving in tracks from her new EP. VR warm-up set:AMPRS&ND - "Sorry" [Dirtybird Records]Spiro Catalano - "Stella" [Late Night Munchies]Rodney Dinkles - "King Of The Hudson (XFDS Remix)" [Qwerk]Tamexican - "Cabaret Night" [Cabaret Clandestino]Elkka - "Automatic" [Method 808]Cherry Lee guest set:Needin' U (Alt Original Remix) - David Morales, The FaceDon't Stop Me Now - Queen (mixed)Angle Dub - GearmasterBody and Soul - Andrew MellerID - Griffin Maxwell BrooksMarsha's rocknroll - Cherry LeeBattle Cry - Cherry Lee, Flabbergast, Heidi Lawden11:11 (ft Kittamami) - Cherry Lee, KittamamiID - Baby WeightFEIXIA - Cherry Lee

Keep it real in a world going virtual. In this eye-opening episode, Kevin and Alan unpack the bizarre and fast-moving world of AI-generated relationships, VR experiences, and TikTok filters that blur the lines between fantasy and reality. From fake boyfriends to ChatGPT marriages, they explore how digital escapism is reshaping our brains, behaviors, and emotional well-being and why it's more dangerous than we think. If you've ever felt the pull of the digital world, this is your reminder to come back to what's real.Learn more about:Next Level Nation - https://www.facebook.com/groups/459320958216700Next Level Book Club - https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMkcuiupjIqE9QlkptiKDQykRtKyFB5JbhcFree 30-minute Business Breakthrough Session with Alan -https://calendly.com/alanlazaros/30-minute-free-breakthrough-session?month=2025-04Free 30-Minute Podcast Breakthrough Session with Kevin -https://calendly.com/kevinpalmieri/free-30-minute-podcast-breakthrough-session-with-kevin_____________________NLU is not just a podcast; it's a gateway to a wealth of resources designed to help you achieve your goals and dreams. From our Next Level Dreamliner to our Group Coaching, we offer a variety of tools and communities to support your personal development journey.For more information, please check out our website at the link below.

Welcome to Some Future Day. I'm Marc Beckman and today we're diving deep into the future of artificial intelligence with a visionary entrepreneur who's taking on one of AI's most pressing challenges: bias and racism. John Pasmore, founder and CEO of Latimer, recognized early on that unchecked biases embedded in AI could profoundly affect future generations. Inspired by the realization that his son and millions of others would interact with AI filled with implicit racial biases, John took decisive action to tackle these deep-rooted issues by providing training data that genuinely represents diverse perspectives. In today's conversation, we dive into why Latimer's unique approach - leveraging historical archives, textbooks, and dissertations from black and other overlooked cultures - is essential for an equitable digital future. Stay with us as we discuss the implications of biased AI, the ongoing fight for accurate representation in technology, and how each of us can help shape a fairer, more inclusive future, right here on Some Future Day.Episode Links:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jpasmoreInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jpasmore/Latimer: https://www.latimer.ai/Order Marc's new book, "Some Future Day: How AI Is Going to Change Everything"Sign up for the Some Future Day Newsletter here: https://marcbeckman.substack.com/To join the conversation, follow Marc Beckman here: YoutubeLinkedInTwitterInstagramTikTok

Kraje vedené hnutím ANO zavádějí výrazné slevy na jízdné v hromadné dopravě. „Slevu na jízdné snížila současná vláda. Naše heslo je: Vrátíme vám, co vám vláda vzala. A tím se řídíme,“ vysvětluje pro Český rozhlas Plus hejtmanka Karlovarského kraje Jana Mračková Vildumetzová (ANO). „Kdyby chtěli naplňovat svoje heslo, mohli to udělat před rokem, ne si to schovávat na volby, “ oponuje poslanec a bývalý zastupitel Středočeského kraje Martin Exner (STAN).

In this episode of Cross Button VR, host Reece welcomes AndresPlays (https://linktr.ee/andresplays93) a games writer and content creator, to discuss their shared passion for virtual reality. They explore Andres journey into VR, the emotional impact of immersive experiences, and the excitement of discovering new genres. The conversation also touches on favorite VR games, the importance of original IPs, and the challenges of performance in VR gaming. As they wrap up, they reflect on the future of VR and the need for more innovative titles-Meta Quest Affiliate: 10% off all Quest Games Here - https://tinyurl.com/39mxmkcvAll links, including Discord: https://linktr.ee/crossbuttonvrChapters00:00 Introduction to VR and Podcasting Journey03:02 AndresPlays: Background and Entry into VR05:58 The Magic of VR Experiences09:02 Passion for VR: What Keeps It Alive?12:04 Exploring New Genres in VR15:07 Favorite VR Games and Experiences18:00 Future of VR: Hopes and Expectations21:03 The Importance of Original IPs in VR23:58 Quality and Performance in VR Games27:00 Closing Thoughts and Recommendations29:59 Exploring Gaming Preferences and Time Management36:37 Critique of VR Game Reviews and Industry Trends51:38 Community Reactions and the Future of VR Gaming01:02:30 Exploring Immersive Learning in VR01:03:57 Upcoming PSVR2 Titles and Developer Support01:07:53 Charming Experiences: Escaping Wonderland and More01:11:01 Meta's Strategic Changes and Impact on VR01:18:09 The Future of Beat Saber and PSVR201:25:43 Recent Game Experiences: Maestro and Hitman VR

0:00 Hey Hey It's MonJay! 0:42 Intro/Housekeeping3:05 Tips, VR is a workout7:45 Unhidden Hidden Objects11:25 Onirium14:09 Maestro22:17 LOW-FI Info43:25 Tips47:30 VRider SBK1:07:04 Meteora, Tips1:11:20 Four Minute Challenge1:20:08 Tips, Meta Xbox Headset1:25:45 Thank You! 1:26:30 Outro, AJ Shoutouts

We have a new protein drink! Zero Fat, Zero Sugar, Zero Carb…just 23g of superior protein. Get it your protein up now-https://www.geniusshot.com/rp We only back what we use—VersaGrips are a game changer. https://www.versagripps.com/pages/drmike Want to get even more jacked? Grab the RP Hypertrophy App for your training, and maximize your gym efforts with the RP Diet Coach App to nail your nutrition.   0:17 Arnold joins the pod 2:50 Recap 5:24 Myostatin drugs 10:17 Age reversal therapy 20:23 Age reversal in older women 23:51 What happens when diseases are gone 34:44 Genetic engineering 42:36 Implications 50:30 The end of weight training 57:15 VR and no more biological humans 1:02:07 Your gains will get boosted

ILP# 405 6/22/2025lordsofgaming.net/1)ADVANCED GG & ILP Use Code "IRONLORD30" to save 30% OFF thru 6/23 https://advanced.gg/?ref=IRONLORDS2) ILP NEW Fourth Wall MERCH: https://ironlordspodcast-shop.fourthwall.com/3) NZXT & IRON LORDS PC Use Affiliate LINK: https://nzxt.co/Lords4) HAWORTH Chairs & ILP Use Affiliate LINK: https://haworth.pxf.io/4PKj7MILP PATREON: www.patreon.com/IronLordsPodcastCheck out the "Lords of Gaming Network" Discord server! : discord.gg/Z7FZqzgThe Lords are on Spotify, Google Play, Itunes & Soundcloud! Check out the links below!Reach out to:lordsofgaming.net/contact-us/if you are interested in writing with us!*********************************************************00:00 - ILP#405 Pre-Show21:24 - ILP Intros1:09:30 - Jez Corden Enters The Realm!1:24:50 - Lord Sov Road To Tokyo Voting!1:39:57 - Donkey Kong Bananza & DK Rap Controversy2:39:50 - Xbox & AMD Console Partnership 4:10:16 - Final Fantasy 16 Xbox Sales 4:36:35 - PlayStation Handheld Leaks?4:51:42 - Jez Corden Vs Lord Addict Pokemon "Gangar" Battle;)4:58:24 - ILP#405 Outro*********************************************************Welcome to The Iron Lords Podcast!Be sure to visit www.LordsOfGaming.net for all your gaming news!ILP Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/6XRMnu8Tf1fgIdGlTIpzsKILP Google Play:play.google.com/music/m/Iz2esvyqe…ron_Lords_PodcastILP SoundCloud: @user-780168349ILP Itunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/iron-…uiR-IgF6cE9EQicIILP on Twitter: twitter.cm/IronLordPodcastILP on Instagram: www.instagram.com/ironlordspodcast/ILP DESTINY CLAN:www.bungie.net/en/Clan/Detail/178626The Iron Lords and the Lords of Gaming have an official group on Facebook! Join the Lords at:www.facebook.com/groups/194793427842267www.facebook.com/groups/lordsofgamingnetwork/Lord COGNITO--- twitter.com/LordCognitoLord KING--- twitter.com/kingdavidotwLord ADDICT--- twitter.com/LordAddictILPLord SOVEREIGN--- twitter.com/LordSovILPLord GAMING FORTE---twitter.com/Gaming_ForteILP YouTube Channel for ILP, Addict Show & all ILP related content: www.youtube.com/channel/UCYiUhEbYWiuwRuWXzKZMBxQXbox Frontline with King David: www.youtube.com/@xboxfrontlineFollow us on Twitter @IronLordPodcast to get plugged in so you don't miss any of our content.

On this episode of the Ruff Talk VR podcast we are back at it kicking off the week strong talking all the latest VR news! And we have a stacked agenda today. Including Walkabout Mini Golf announcing their next DLC course, Crystal Lair (part of the Evil Lairs series!). We also saw rumors of a Xbox themed Quest 3S rumored to release this week. As well, Thrill of the Fight 2 had a major gameplay tweaking update that includes a new arena and matchmaking. We also talk some Mothergunship Forge shenanigans. Smurfs Flower Defense early access. Samsung XR headset release rumors. Meta Oakley HSTN glasses officially announced. A Mythic Realms game update. Escaping Wonderland coming to PS VR2 and SteamVR. We also saw some unfortunate news with Beat Saber announcing the end of PS VR2 support and Downpour Interactive ending new updates for Onward and joining Camouflaj. Some DLC's announced with Pinball FX VR and Grokit, and much more!Big thank you to all of our Patreon supporters! Become a supporter of the show today at  https://www.patreon.com/rufftalkvrDiscord: https://discord.gg/9JTdCccucSPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/rufftalkvrIf you enjoy the podcast be sure to rate us 5 stars and subscribe! Join our official subreddit at https://www.reddit.com/r/RuffTalkVR/ 0:00 - Episode start1:15 - New Walkabout Mini Golf Crystal Lair course announcement13:30 - Mothergunship Forge Endless Mode24:10 - Smurfs Flower Defense early impressions32:15 - Meta Quest 3S Xbox Edition rumors44:20 - Samsung XR Headset launch rumors51:00 - The Thrill of the Fight 2 new update1:00:40 - Meta Prada Glasses1:04:50 - Meta Oakley HSTN Glasses1:13:40 - Mythic Realms free spring update1:17:55 - Maze Theory major IP game in the works1:23:30 - Escaping Wonderland SteamVR and PS VR21:25:20 - Downpour Interactive joins Camouflaj1:34:30 - I Am Cat Multiplayer1:38:45 - DAZN FIFA World Club Cup1:42:00 - Beat Saber Ending PS VR2 Support1:45:40 - Neolithic Dawn launching this week on Meta Quest1:48:05 - Real VR Fishing Oceania DLC1:50:10 - Vast Haven-1 short film1:51:30 - Pinball FX VR Tomb Raider DLC1:55:20 - Grokit Purrtroplois DLC1:56:15 - Upcoming VR GamesSend us a text to the Ruff Talk VR fan mail line!Support the show

A bill before the Senate could block states from regulating AI for ten years. Google is getting sued by a solar company for AI search hallucinations. Apple will be facing another consumer lawsuit over iCloud. xAI faces lawsuit over environmental impact of their AI data centers.  Google is using YouTube content to train Gemini and Veo3. Adobe launched a new computational camera app. Xbox and AMD partner up for the next generation of gaming hardware, while a Meta collaboration might bring VR support to Xbox. Beat Saber leaves the Playstation.  And we HAVE to check out these Fairphone leaks!  Let's get our tech week started right! -- Show Notes and Links https://somegadgetguy.com/b/4MV Video Replay https://youtube.com/live/GkQpDcIvJ-Q Support Talking Tech with SomeGadgetGuy by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/talking-tech-with-somegadgetgu Find out more at https://talking-tech-with-somegadgetgu.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-c117ce for 40% off for 4 months, and support Talking Tech with SomeGadgetGuy.

Can the bond between humans and Mustangs offer these wild horses a second chance? In this episode, we chat with Matt Monroe—a former ad exec turned Mustang advocate—about his powerful journey into the world of Mustang Champions. From the Mustang Challenge to the Classic and Magic, Matt shares how these competitions spotlight the versatility and value of Mustangs while promoting adoption and awareness.With events hosted at top venues like South Point Arena and Rolex Stadium, and a $50,000 prize up for grabs, these shows are more than just a competition—they're a movement. Learn about the trainers' dedication, creative outreach like VR kiosks, and how to join the mission to support these incredible horses.

Send us a textWhat if the future of storytelling wasn't passive—but fully immersive, interactive, and built by communities? In this mind-expanding episode, Joey Pinz dives deep into the metaverse with Athena Demos—co-founder and CEO of Big Rock Creative (BRC), the award-winning XR company behind BRCvr, Breonna's Garden, and the groundbreaking new BurnerSphere platform.Athena shares how immersive XR is reshaping art, activism, therapy, and human connection—from military haptics and PTSD healing to 360º Burning Man experiences that blend digital with dust.

Rand and Jez discuss another hot week of Xboxxy news. We talk Xbox and AMD, next-gen Xbox and Steam implications, FF16 hitting Xbox, Sony wanting Warner Bros, breaking news about Xbox and Meta's VR headset, and much more.

Porque los tesoros de la República Checa no terminan en Praga y Český Krumlov, hoy planteamos una ruta de trescientos kilómetros hacia el oriente de la capital. En uno de los países con más densidad de lugares Patrimonio de la Humanidad, será fácil engarzar tres ciudades con sello Unesco. La primera, Kutná Hora: nacida y ennoblecida al calor de la minería de la plata, fue entre los siglos XIV y XVI capital financiera de Bohemia. El guía Míra Vrána nos muestra edificios históricos que preservan su esencia. La Corte Italiana fue casa de acuñación e incluso residencia real. Caminamos hasta la iglesia de Santiago, el enorme colegio de los jesuitas y la catedral de Santa Bárbara, los principales monumentos religiosos del centro. En el cercano barrio de Sedlec aguarda su famosa capilla osario, con decenas de miles de esqueletos convertidos en arte, y la catedral de la Asunción de Nuestra Señora y San Juan Bautista, con su peculiar combinación de gótico y barroco fruto de la gran restauración llevada a cabo por el arquitecto Jan Santini. En la siguiente parada de nuestro viaje, Litomyšl, nos espera el guía Tomáš Fila. Desde la alargada y colorida plaza dedicada a su vecino más ilustre, el compositor Bedřich Smetana, buscamos algunas de las mejores panorámicas de esta ciudad, en las que siempre figura su castillo. Lo recorremos en compañía de la profesora Lenka Filová. Además, el guía Libor Paullus nos enseña la cervecería del palacio, que hace dos siglos fue casa natal de Smetana, pues el padre del músico dirigía el negocio. Antes de abandonar Litomyšl visitamos la original iglesia de los escolapios con su responsable, Helena Marie Hendrych. Muy cerca, la conservadora del desconcertante Portmoneum, Hana Klimešová, nos abre las puertas de esta residencia decorada por el inclasificable escritor y artista Josef Váchal. Terminamos el itinerario en Olomouc, dentro ya de la región de Moravia. El guía Stefan Blaho nos propone un paseo que comienza junto a la majestuosa Columna de la Santísima Trinidad, se detiene ante el reloj astronómico del ayuntamiento, corona una de las torres de la iglesia de San Mauricio y concluye en la catedral de San Wenceslao, a dos pasos del extraordinario Museo Archidiocesano. Nos despedimos de este Vaticano checo en el palacio arzobispal, cuya guía, Helena Horecká, nos conduce por suntuosas salas, vinculadas con momentos cruciales de la historia europea.Escuchar audio

Researchers from MIT's Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL) have introduced InteRecon, a program that enables users to recapture real-world objects in a mobile app, and then animate them in mixed-reality environments. Jeff and Anthony discuss the notion of ownership, nostalgia, and replacing real-world possessions with digital replacements.Today's story: https://techxplore.com/news/2025-04-personal-items-reality.htmlSupport the show and get bonus episodes, videos, Discord community access and more! http://patreon.com/wehaveconcernsJeff on Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/jeffcannata.bsky.socialAnthony on Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/acarboni.bsky.socialIf you've seen a story you think belongs on the show, share it on the Discord, send it to wehaveconcernsshow@gmail.com or leave it on the subreddit: http://reddit.com/r/wehaveconcerns

"I'm a fifty terrabyte, self-evolving, neural network, double backflip off the high platform. I'm not a swan dive." For the next entry in our Virtual Insanity series, we're diving headfirst into the world of early virtual reality—and the filmmaker who helped bring it to the big screen. This week, we're going behind the scenes on VIRTUOSITY, the 1995 cyber thriller starring Denzel Washington and Russell Crowe. But before we get there, we're rewinding to 1992's THE LAWNMOWER MAN —the first film to seriously tackle VR on screen and the movie that launched director Brett Leonard's Hollywood career. We'll explore how THE LAWNMOWER MAN came to be, why it sparked a legal battle with Stephen King, and how its unexpected success set the stage for VIRTUOSITY, a film that had already been in development long before Leonard came aboard. It's a double feature of tech-noir chaos, '90s visual effects, and the strange, glitchy dream of cyberspace. Want to support the show? Subscribers of CinemaShock+ can enjoy an extended version of this episode, which includes bonus segments and additional content, plus get access to all episodes two days early, exclusive merchandise discounts, and more. Join now at cinemashock.net/plus. ASSOCIATE PRODUCERS: Andy Lancaster | asotirov | Benjamin Yates | Caverly | courtland ashley | curtcake5k | Elton Novara | Hunter D Mackenzie | Interzone78 | Jackson_Baker | Jvance325 | Lucy Lawson | MagicBloat | Nate Izod | Nathan Kelley | Robert Stinson Theme Song: "There's Still a Little Bit of Time, If We Hurry and I Mean Hurry" by Slasher Film Festival Strategy. This episode was written, produced and edited by Gary Horne, Justin Bishop & Todd A. Davis. For episode archives, merch, show notes, and more, visit cinemashock.net

Can video games really save lives? In this episode of Faces of Digital Health, we sit down with Anca Petre to explore the booming intersection of gaming, virtual reality (VR) and healthcare. From Fortnite maps that teach immunity to Roblox worlds that demystify diabetes, we showcase real-world success stories and practical steps for health organizations that want to level-up patient engagement. What you'll learn 2:00 Intro & why gaming matters in 2025 4:05 Success story #1 – Fortnite immunity map 8:40 Success story #2 – Minecraft mental-health build 11:55 How creator economies (Fortnite Creative, Roblox, Minecraft) open doors for health innovators 16:10 Budgeting & ROI: making the business case 20:30 4-step framework for your first health-game project 26:45 Overcoming stigma & regulatory hurdles 31:00 Future outlook: VR, digital therapeutics & beyond Key takeaways Gaming isn't just entertainment—it's a powerful storytelling engine for complex medical topics. Creator platforms already host millions of engaged users: meet them where they play. Partner with influencers and studios to translate clinical insights into immersive worlds. www.facesofdigitalhealth.com Newsletter: https://fodh.substack.com/ Youtube: https://youtu.be/sENyLJmk9wc?si=nCDKGtPqdwtqtv6Q

The Ardy party returns to Dirtybird Radio on the 500th episode of the show, for a special celebration of the release of his new single "Drip" featuring Goldie Gold and Sharpness. VR warm-up set:Ralph Session feat. Juliette Mendoza - "Mad Deep" [Quintessentials]Nick Curly - "Fonki" [Mood Child]GetCosy & Gina Tuner - "Find My way (AbueKev)Claude VonStroke & Reggie Watts - "This MFing beat"

Kyle and Mark sat down with Axon VP Andy Wrenn to explore their cutting-edge VR training technology and the powerful new TASER 10.We also broke down dramatic body cam footage from an officer honored with Axon's Jack Cover "Save of the Year" award—a real-life example of how TASER 10 saves lives in the field. Plus, Deputy Chief Botzum shared how his agency is using Axon's VR platform to elevate officer readiness and decision-making.Don't miss this behind-the-scenes look at innovation, impact, and the future of policing.=================================Subscribe to Shots Fired Podcast Here:➡️ YouTube: @shotsfiredpodcast50 ==============Ways to reach the Shots Fired Podcast Team:==============

“Our brain is a like a VR headset. That's what it is. It renders incoming data streams to interpret different worlds,” David explained. He proposed that we already live in a symbolic universe, such as the trash can on a desktop being merely a symbol of an action taken on a computer. “VR is a much better model to explain what our brains do,” he continued. David Christopher Lane, PhD and I discussed his experiences with the worlds of Virtual Reality (VR), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and neuroscience. I noted that technology could be used for good or evil and that it is essential to have responsible, ethical guidelines for such tools. David agreed, “The bad actors using AI, just like the internet, allowed lots of people to have voices that probably should never have had voices.” He then mentioned how podcasters such as Joe Rogan broadcast a lot of messages that are “not credentialed, not great historians, believing in all sorts of weird stuff.” We spoke about developmental psychology and ideas of mature self-knowledge, including values and beliefs that allow us to investigate and evolve our systems of consciousness and decision-making. David noted that in his critical thinking class, they discussed how one becomes a good critical thinker. “It is our ability and willingness to admit to being wrong or mistaken.” This is a fascinating discussion. AI is here and will get more prominent. Come listen and learn. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices