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Voices of VR

Kent Bye
Virtual Reality
IDFA Doclab
Buried In the Rock
IDFA Doclab 2023
Immersive Storytelling
Algorithmic Profiling
Crime Prevention
Natalie's Trifecta
LIDAR Technology
Scanlab Projects
Spatial Audio
Caving
Point Cloud Aesthetic
Documentary Filmmaking
Limestone
Koyaanisqatsi
One Two
Poland
Digital Art
Texada Island

Designing for Virtual Reality. Oral history podcast featuring the pioneering artists, storytellers, and technologists driving the resurgence of virtual & augmented reality. Learn about the patterns of immersive storytelling, experiential design, ethical frameworks, & the ultimate potential of XR.

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IDFA DocLab is the immersive selection of non-fiction digital and immersive stories that is a part of the International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam (IDFA), and they're having their 19th selection this year. DocLab founder Caspar Sonnen has be... more

The VRChat worlds by DrMorro are truly incredible. They're vast landscapes made of surreal mash-ups of various architecture styles and symbols that feels like you're walking through a waking dream. His Organism Trilogy (Organism, Epilogue 1, and Epil... more

Charles Melcher's new book "The Future of Storytelling: How Immersive Experiences Are Transforming Our World" was released on November 4, 2025, and I had a chance to take an early look and interview Melcher. The book is broken up into six main chapte... more

The Matrix at Cosm in LA opened on June 6th, 2025, which leverages Cosm's 87-foot, 12K+ LED immersive dome to show this classic film within a 16x9 frame while the additional space beyond the frame was filled with over 50 different scenes thereby expa... more

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Recent Guests

Charlie Melcher
Founder of The Future of Storytelling, author, and pioneer in immersive storytelling.
Episode: #1680: Charlie Melcher’s “The Future of Storytelling” Book Surveys Over 50 Living Stories
Alexis Scalice
Vice President of Business Development with Cosm on the entertainment side, oversees all licensed partnerships and deliverables for cinematic shared reality.
Cosm
Episode: #1679: The Matrix at Cosm Expands Film Beyond the Frame with Cinematic Shared Reality
Neville Spiteri
Co-founder and CEO at Wevr, early pioneer in virtual reality focusing on immersive entertainment experiences.
Wevr
Episode: #1678: Wevr on VR LBE as a “New Cinema,” a 10-Year Retrospective
Joe Darko
Global Head of Developer Relations at Snap
Snap Inc.
Episode: #1677: Snap’s AR Developer Relations Plan for 2026 Specs Consumer Launch with Joe Darko
Yegor Ryabtsov
AR developer focusing on social AR and web AR.
Episode: #1674: 3rd Place Spectacles Lensathon Team: Fireside Tales Collaborative Storytelling with GenAI
Stijn Spanhove
XR developer passionate about combining AI and XR.
Episode: #1674: 3rd Place Spectacles Lensathon Team: Fireside Tales Collaborative Storytelling with GenAI
Pavlo Tkachenko
XR artist and lead technical artist at Play R Studio, with a background as a sailor.
Play R Studio
Episode: #1674: 3rd Place Spectacles Lensathon Team: Fireside Tales Collaborative Storytelling with GenAI
Terek Judi
Member of the product team at Snap focusing on Spectacles and Snap OS
Snap Inc.
Episode: #1671: Reflecting on Snap’s AR Platform & Developer Tools Past and Future with Terek Judi
Resh Sidhu
Senior Director of Innovation and Developer Marketing at Snap
Snap
Episode: #1669: Snap’s Resh Sidhu on the Future of AR Commerce & Developer-Centered Innovation

Host

Ken Bai

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 309 ratings
  • Oliver Kadel

    A leading podcast on immersive technology, art and storytelling!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Oliver Kadel
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • Useful&meaningful!

    Superb podcast for everyone passioned about XR!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RealImmersion
    Finlanda year ago
  • Essential podcast for immersive world

    I’ve been following Kent’s work for almost 10 years now, and it’s incredible how much essential knowledge about the immersive industry collected in this podcast. It documented every turn, most of important creative projects, games, platform developments. Kent has also developed his own theory of presence and essential dive into ethics in XR. Kent is the voice of the immersive industry, and I hope everyone who’s interested in this space follows Kent’s work and listens to his podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    alina_less
    Russia2 years ago
  • Clown Show

    Host is a clown. Show is right-wing propaganda disguised as tech discussion. Weirdest f-ing pod I’ve ever heard, but not in a good way. Typical show:

    Interview with weirdo who wouldn’t even have been covered in Mondo 2000.

    Host: What about Schopenhauer’s “Theory of The Bland”?

    Guest: ummm whut?

    Host: Well I talked with Guest about [verbatim restatement of what guest said] and they said [verbatim restatement of what guest said].

    Host: Awkward monologue about Schopenhauer’s “Theory of the Bl... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Kcrosley
    United States3 years ago
  • Good

    VR

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Strickt-Po
    Netherlands3 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the deep insights provided about XR, highlighting the podcast as an essential resource for understanding immersive technologies.
The discussions are often praised for their thoughtful examination of ethical considerations in virtual and augmented realities.
While many enjoy the breadth and quality of guests, some criticism exists regarding shifts in thematic focus that may not resonate with all audience members.

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#207
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#197
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Apple Podcasts
#153
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Apple Podcasts
#212
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#1680: Charlie Melcher’s “The Future of Storytelling” Book Surveys Over 50 Living Stories
Q: What led you to start the Future of Storytelling podcast?
The podcast seemed like another way to connect with people interested in innovative storytelling, especially during the pandemic when in-person gatherings were not possible.
#1678: Wevr on VR LBE as a “New Cinema,” a 10-Year Retrospective
Q: What do you think the ultimate potential of virtual reality and new cinema might be?
The new cinema and VR have the potential to inspire and transform people, offering deeply immersive experiences that connect and elevate individuals.
#1678: Wevr on VR LBE as a “New Cinema,” a 10-Year Retrospective
Q: Can you talk a bit about your philosophy of trying to add different levels of interactivity and engagement throughout this experience?
The design challenge involves ensuring that interaction enhances rather than distracts from the narrative experience, making everything intuitive and accessible.
#1679: The Matrix at Cosm Expands Film Beyond the Frame with Cinematic Shared Reality
Q: What can you say around the next film of the Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, which seems like the original that's going to be coming out next?
We're going into movies and they love classics. This is a 50-year-old film that we are kind of giving new life to.
#1679: The Matrix at Cosm Expands Film Beyond the Frame with Cinematic Shared Reality
Q: Could you talk a bit about the partner, Little Cinema?
Our creative concept development partner was Little Cinema, is widely known, especially in the premiere business.

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What is Voices of VR about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Exploring the ever-evolving landscape of virtual and augmented reality, this series engages with pioneering artists, technologists, and storytellers shaping the future of immersive storytelling. Through insightful interviews, the episodes illuminate the intricate patterns of design, innovative experiences, and ethical considerations that come with developing experiences in XR. Listeners can expect discussions that not only delve into the creative processes behind virtual art exhibitions and immersive performances but also examine the implications these technologies have on society and culture as a whole. The depth of these conversations makes the show particularly unique, serving as a rich resource for both industry professionals and those ... more

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2. Alexis Scalice
3. Neville Spiteri
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