Philip Rosedale, the founder of Second Life— the OG Metaverse that has lasted two decades

Join David Gene Oh in a captivating conversation with Philip Rosedale, the visionary behind Second Life, often hailed as the precursor to today's metaverse. In this virtual realm, people gather not just for play, but for work, and sometimes, even to find love. Rosedale, who spearheaded this digital revolution from San Francisco over two decades ago, delves into the intricacies of Second Life's enduring appeal. In this insightful episode, Philip sheds light on the shortcomings of the prevalent advertising-driven model of social platforms, highlighting how Second Life, even today, outperforms giants like Facebook and Google in revenue per user. Additionally, he introduces his latest venture, IRL415, a community tech lab in San Francisco dedicated to rekindling the inherent 'good' in technology. This episode is not just a journey through the evolution of virtual worlds, but also a deep dive into the ethos that drives sustainable and user-centric digital spaces.