6 Degrees of Storytelling

On this episode, we welcome back Will Gee, Founder and CEO of Balti Virtual. A lot has changed since we last spoke with Will back in 2019; Balti Virtual has evolved as a tool for creative expression, social engagement, and brand experiences. We nerd out on the rapidly-advancing world of XRcise, the compelling ways VR … Continue reading Ep. 11 | This isn’t 3 degrees of storytelling…

On this installment of 6 degrees, we have the pleasure of talking with friend, collaborator, audio engineer extraordinaire: Josiah Canzanella.  Josiah’s professional trajectory – from touring with world-famous bands to mixing audio for high-profile corporate events – makes for some unforgettable stories and insights. In conversation with Josiah, we reflect on the power of the … Continue reading Backstage Pass | JC audio

“AR is impermanent, ephemeral, invisible to the naked eye and leaves no environmental trace. It is accessible to a broad audience through the ubiquitous use of smartphones and tablets…” NANCY BAKER CAHILL’S LIBERTY BELL – Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden From its origins in American history, “liberty” was only available to a certain demographic and came … Continue reading Ep. 10 | [AR]t & Liberty

“There is a special kind of magic that lives in creating shared moments in time.”  -Nick Rivero We came across this line in a recent Medium op-ed, and couldn’t resist reaching out to the author to learn more about his perspectives on experiencing stories with new technology. Nick Rivero, co-founder of Meptik, shares his unique … Continue reading Ep. 9 | Storytelling Distilled: Experiences Drive Human Connection

We caught up with Cyrene Q – SnapChat Influencer, Graphic Designer, and one of the most inspiring artists we’ve had the pleasure of interviewing.  Cyrene makes art that’s meant to be played with, and her ingenious Snap creations simultaneously reflect the current world we live in and bring joy to millions of users. Don’t know much … Continue reading Ep. 8 | QuARantine Catch Up

The world around us has changed dramatically. So has the role of virtual and immersive technology in our everyday lives. It feels like our dialogue around these topics and how we connect through stories are more relevant than ever. Join us as we continue to explore the implications and applications of immersive media. Augmented Reality … Continue reading Ep. 7 | Let Us, Edutain You

The world around us has changed dramatically. So has the role of virtual and immersive technology in our everyday lives. It feels like our dialogue around these topics and how we connect through stories are more relevant than ever. Join us as we continue to explore the implications and applications of immersive media. With Christina … Continue reading Ep. 6 | Virtually Present: Alone Together

Empathy /ˈempəTHē/ noun.sharing in the emotional state of another person. We love solving puzzles. So does our latest guest and VR-Research hero: Tobin Asher, Associate Director of Global Partnerships for Stanford’s Virtual Human Interaction Lab. Tobin investigates how media impacts society, and considers empathy at scale – how can we connect; how can we better … Continue reading Ep. 5 | Virtual Presence Puzzles

This installment of Backstage Pass takes you behind our own curtain, in a candid and convivial conversation with the O’Keefe video superwomen – Tina Hoffmann and Asia Taylor. In Part One, we discuss how intention and purpose drive every new project. We divulge our collaborative creative process – how we, as producers, directors, and editors … Continue reading Backstage Pass | The Robot’s Got Sass

Do AR/VR experiences complement our basic instincts, or contradict our natural tendencies? On this episode of six degrees, we explore the sociology of immersive technology with our guest Charlie Fink, an AR/VR consultant, and former Disney, AOL, and AG Interactive executive who now writes about immersive technologies for Forbes. His insights into the innovation, industry, … Continue reading Ep. 4 | IntARctive Presence – Past, Present, & Future

On this episode of Six Degrees, we traverse the limitless landscape of AR / VR / MR with Will Gee, cofounder of Baltivirtual. Baltivirtual, a full-service software studio creating state-of-the-art experiential media, exemplifies how new technologies are transforming the way we tell stories, learn, and interact with the world around us. Will’s candid perspectives on … Continue reading Ep .3 | A Whole New BaltiVirtual World

On this very special installment of Backstage Pass, we sit down with Tim Zanker, President of O’Keefe Communications (and, of course, our boss!) for an expert’s insider perspective on technology and storytelling in live event production. We travel back in time to catch a glimpse of live events before the technology that dominates our production … Continue reading Backstage Pass | Tim Zanker

On this episode of Six Degrees of Storytelling, we learn about Ashley Crowder, founder and CEO of VNTANA, and how her company is pioneering interactive hologram experiences. Ashley defines “hologram” through VNTANA’s unique lens, and describes how the company fits into the broader industry landscape and historical context of the technology. Of course, we navigate … Continue reading Ep. 2 | Opening the VNTANA

ARt: Storytelling in Augmented Reality! On this inaugural episode of Six Degrees of Storytelling, co-hosts Rachel Schwerin and Brittney Lanni are joined by special guests Cyrene Q (@CyreneQ), a social media artist, influencer and author, and Nancy Baker Cahill (@4thwallapp), multi-disciplinary artist and founder of 4th Wall. Over the course of the episode we discuss … Continue reading Ep. 1 | ARt