Is the Metaverse Dead?On this episode, we invited Ed Zitron, the author of the Business Insider article "RIP Metaverse", and Marc Beckman, a NYU Senior Research Fellow, to discuss Ed's article and the state of the Metaverse. Find out more about the NYU Metaverse Collaborative here: https://www.sps.nyu.edu/homepage/metaverse.htmlThe Whole Metaverse is presented by NYU SPS: https://www.sps.nyu.edu/And produced by Make More Media: https://makemore.media/

In today's episode, we speak with Kimber Cooper, an Experiences & Destinations Metaverse Leader, Creator of the Portal Universe NFT Collection, Co-Founder of INTERVRSE, Founder of Spatialand (acquired by Walmart), Co-Founder of Prologue Immersive, and Co-Founder of Prologue. Kimber takes us on a fascinating journey through the ever-evolving metaverse, exploring the transition from film to the metaverse, bridging the gap between these two worlds, and providing valuable tips for navigating headset barriers to ensure a seamless user experience. We also dive into innovative metaverse landscapes like Prologue and Spatial Lands, embrace emerging trends and shifts in user behavior, and uncover the potential of open-world platforms and their impact on content creation.Join us on this captivating episode as we delve into the metaverse's impact on content creation, the importance of visually stunning and sensory experiences, and how brands can leverage them. Don't miss out on Kimber Cooper's invaluable insights and expert advice for navigating this immersive digital realm!Find out more about the NYU Metaverse Collaborative here: https://www.sps.nyu.edu/homepage/metaverse.htmlThe Whole Metaverse is presented by NYU SPS: https://www.sps.nyu.edu/And produced by Make More Media: https://makemore.media/

In this episode, Dele Atanda, the CEO of metaME, joins us to talk about the role of AI in the metaverse. Dele talks about how AI will impact the way we work, how it will affect the education system, and the impact AI and the metaverse will have on each other. This is a must-listen episode!Check out metaMe by going to their website: https://metame.com/Find out more about the NYU Metaverse Collaborative here: https://www.sps.nyu.edu/homepage/metaverse.htmlThe Whole Metaverse is presented by NYU SPS: https://www.sps.nyu.edu/And produced by Make More Media: https://makemore.media/

In this episode, Misha Libman & Matthew Dunnerstick, the co-founders of ARSNL.art, join us to talk about pushing the boundaries of digital art in the metaverse and web3. Artist's rights and resale royalties are also major topics of discussion. They also share what they've been working on with their recent project with Frank Stella and their current project with Siebren Versteeg.Check out ARSNL by going to their website: https://arsnl.art/Find out more about the NYU Metaverse Collaborative here: https://www.sps.nyu.edu/homepage/metaverse.htmlThe Whole Metaverse is presented by NYU SPS: https://www.sps.nyu.edu/And produced by Make More Media: https://makemore.media/

In this episode, Karen Baker, the Founder and President of Boathouse, joins us to talk about diversity, equity, and inclusion in the metaverse. She stresses that diversity is still an issue in the metaverse and we need to speak up and be having conversations about it.Find out more about the NYU Metaverse Collaborative here: https://www.sps.nyu.edu/homepage/metaverse.htmlThe Whole Metaverse is presented by NYU SPS: https://www.sps.nyu.edu/And produced by Make More Media: https://makemore.media/

In this episode, Frederik Gregaard, the CEO of the Cardano Foundation, joins us to talk about the human element of web3. He shares his perspective on how blockchains can help provide identity, increase trust,  and allow people to participate in their community.Find out more about the NYU Metaverse Collaborative here: https://www.sps.nyu.edu/homepage/metaverse.htmlThe Whole Metaverse is presented by NYU SPS: https://www.sps.nyu.edu/And produced by Make More Media: https://makemore.media/

How can the Metaverse enhance people's physical reality? In this episode, Hrish Lotlikar, the CEO of Super World, joins us to talk about virtual real estate and Super World's mission to enhance peoples' realities and empower people to build worlds together that enhance their real lives. Find out more about the NYU Metaverse Collaborative here: https://www.sps.nyu.edu/homepage/metaverse.htmlThe Whole Metaverse is presented by NYU SPS: https://www.sps.nyu.edu/And produced by Make More Media: https://makemore.media/

In this episode, we have Dominic Carbonaro, who is the business development lead for NFT and Arts at Ava Labs and Avalanche Blockchain. He shares how Avalanche is making blockchain technology more accessible and affordable, what he believes are the best use cases for blockchain and NFTs currently, and so much more! 

Wes Hazard is a comedian, storyteller, 3x Jeopardy! champion, and an NFT Art collector. In this episode, he talks about how the metaverse will impact art and the art community, why crypto matters to the whole world, and much more! We hope you enjoy this episode with Wes Hazard!Find out more about the NYU Metaverse Collaborative here: https://www.sps.nyu.edu/homepage/metaverse.htmlThe Whole Metaverse is presented by NYU SPS: https://www.sps.nyu.edu/And produced by Make More Media: https://makemore.media/

Lone Fonns Schroder is the Vice Chair of Volvo, a board member for Ikea, and the CEO of Concordium (Blockchain). She shares why she wanted to get into the blockchain space, why she believes it's important for companies to understand upcoming technology, and Concordium's vision to disrupt the disruptors. Find out more about the NYU Metaverse Collaborative here: https://www.sps.nyu.edu/homepage/metaverse.html

Brian Trunzo, Metaverse Lead at Polygon Studios, joins the show to talk about Polygon and how blockchains can improve customer and brand experiences.Find out more about the NYU Metaverse Collaborative here: https://www.sps.nyu.edu/homepage/metaverse.html

Brock Pierce, CEO of Helios, was a first mover in digital markets, metaverses, and cryptocurrencies. Brock joins the podcast to share the evolution of his involvement in the metaverse and how the metaverse can bring people together and impact local communities.Find out more about the NYU Metaverse Collaborative here: https://www.sps.nyu.edu/homepage/metaverse.html

Olivier Moingeon the Co-founder and CCO of Exclusible joins the show to talk about building the future of digital luxury in web3 and the Metaverse.Find out more about the NYU Metaverse Collaborative here: https://www.sps.nyu.edu/homepage/metaverse.html