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In this episode, Gabriel Guerra Bianchini (Cuban photographer, NFT artist, humanitarian), discusses what's happening in Cuba around democracy, government crackdowns, and art. Independent media is illegal in Cuba, so people like Gabriel use these types of conversations — and tech such as VPNs, social media & blockchain — to have their voices heard.Gabriel expresses hope in his work, which is meant to fill people with "magic, utopia and poetry." His story highlights the value of the N...

In this episode, Jonathan Reichental (Best-Selling Author: Smart Cities for Dummies) discusses smart cities, blockchain and cryptocurrency.We also talk about the future of work, autonomous vehicles, energy, and so much more. If you're interested in emerging technologies this is the episode for you.Follow Jonathan Reichental on these links:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reichental/Personal website: https://www.reichental.com/Book website: https://www.smartcitybook.com/Company website: h...

In this episode, Robin P. Belle (founder, Smartr Joint Venture Capital), discusses how NFTs on the blockchain are an opportunity for people left out of the legacy world economy to build wealth for themselves.He's huge into providing educational opportunities to shift mindset: understanding the tech; don't become a speculator; don't go after the quick buck, but focus on adding value to others.To help businesses, artists, creators level up their businesses, Robin's company will be holding three...

Jeri Ellsworth on AR GamingIn this episode, Jeri Ellsworth (CEO, AR gaming company Tilt Five -- & the biggest AR project on Kickstarter), discusses her eclectic background being a gear head; race car driver; electrical engineer; product designer; low-earth orbit systems creator; and her early forays into entrepreneurship. After Jeri got introduced to a i486 computer running Windows 3.1 she found a new path into the tech world.Jeri's story is fascinating, inspiring, and gets real about boo...

In this episode, Karma Auger & Erich Gobel (Studio1LA founders), get into the future of music production: immersive audio.We discuss where music is heading, in-car audio, sound engineering, the value of remixes, and some of the very cool projects they're working on! Plus, so much more!Follow Karma Auger & Erich Gobel on these links:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karma-auger-b35a921b3/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karmaauger/Twitter: https://twitter.com/karmaaugerWe...

In this episode, Kimmo Kuokkanen (CEO & Co-Founder of Statzon), discusses building a market data company for robotics with the ultimate goal of being the Spotify of market research. He gets into why existing and new robotics companies need this information and how they leverage it to be more successful.We also talk robots!Follow Kimmo Kuokkanen on these links:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimmo-kuokkanen-21b253163/Website: https://statzon.com/Thanks for listening!Connect with Robe...

In this episode, Aubrey de Grey, discusses life extension (longevity) research and how humans have the potential to live forever. He gets into who is investing in the space; why some people are against living forever; and the stages of rejuvenation medicine development we can expect to see in the coming years. Aubrey also gives insight into the controversial drug approved by the FDA to help with Alzheimer's disease.While this topic can be very complex, Aubrey makes it accessible for everyone....

In this episode, Bowie Deshazo, dives into leveraging virtual reality to uncover cognitive biases and teach empathy.We get into current culture shifts and the navigation thereof including what's considered polite when using personal tech.Bowie also discusses transferring knowledge using AR and shares how a VR headset should fit you. How to access Oculus App Lab: https://developer.oculus.com/blog/introducing-app-lab-a-new-way-to-distribute-oculus-quest-apps/DoF = Degrees of Freedom. Here's a p...

In this episode, Lou Doye, previously a dancer who worked with the famous (and knighted) English choreographer, Sir Matthew Christopher Bourne, brings her vast understanding of human movement into the worlds of virtual reality and augmented reality. Working with the likes of bestselling author Kate Mosse; video game designer Graeme Devine (currently the Creative Technical Officer at QXR Studios); Andy Lanning (comic book writer); and singer Anastacia; Lou Doye is recreating Kate Mosse's story...

In this episode, Jb Grasset discusses the challenges of selling digital art, creating video games, NFTs, and developing business models when early in a market. Jb talks about the potential for brands to leverage video games in the emerging metaverse — and how this new "verse" impacts the discussion around identity. Follow Jb Grasset on these links:Website - https://www.monochrome.paris/Website - https://tandem.games/Thanks for listening!Connect with Robert Echevarria (Eh-chev-ah-REE-ah)------...