Urgent Futures with Jesse Damiani
Jesse Damiani
Welcome to the Urgent Futures Podcast, the show that finds signal in the noise. Each episode, I sit down with leading thinkers for dialogues that clarify the chaos, from culture to the cosmos. www.realitystudies.co
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Oct 19, 2023 • 1h 35min
Asad J. Malik: Fighting for the Future of Augmented Reality
Asad J. Malik, CEO of Jadu AR, discusses the challenges and possibilities of augmented reality. They explore the expressive potential of AR, their breakout project Terminal 3, and the concept of a ghostly presence in AR experiences. They also discuss imagining new contributions for AR, building a startup in the AR space, the democratization of digital content, and reflections on reality and engagement with AR.
Sep 28, 2023 • 58min
Taylor Lorenz: A Brief History of Being 'Extremely Online'
Taylor Lorenz, Technology Columnist for The Washington Post, discusses the commodification of attention and its effects on power structures, economies, and online culture. They also explore the rise of TikTok in political communication and activism, the impact of social media on mental health, the influence of online platforms on the global economy, and the need for alternative narratives in the tech industry. The speaker reflects on hate, TikTok, and COVID-19, and discusses the potential of technology in fostering connection and empathy.
