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SIGGRAPH Spotlight
by ACM SIGGRAPH
SIGGRAPH Spotlight is a podcast that explores cutting-edge projects and topics in computer graphics and interactive techniques, one episode at a time. Episodes are hosted by ACM SIGGRAPH leaders and feature experts spanning everything from animation and visual effects to engineering and virtual reality. This show was founded as an extension of ACM SIGGRAPH's annual conference.
Episodes
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109 – Live From Los Angeles: Reimagine What’s Next With SIGGRAPH 2027 Leaders
ABOUT THE EPISODE On this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, SIGGRAPH 2027 Conference Chair Kristy Pron is live from Los Angeles and in conversation with program chairs Nathan Matsuda and Veronica Orvalho. Together, they discuss their visions for reimagining SIGGRAPH, how the expanding reach of...
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108 – David Spoelstra on Outstanding Service to ACM SIGGRAPH
ABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, live from Los Angeles, 2026 ACM SIGGRAPH Outstanding Service Award recipient David Spoelstra sits down with Barb Helfer, ACM SIGGRAPH Membership and Communications Committee Chair. Dave and Barb discuss his career-spanning journey from...
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107 – June Kim on ACM SIGGRAPH and Conference Leadership
ABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, host Alex Bryant speaks with June Kim, ACM SIGGRAPH Chair-Elect, longtime volunteer, educator, researcher, and creative technologist. June reflects on her journey from Student Volunteer at SIGGRAPH Asia to global SIGGRAPH leadership…
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106 – In Conversation With the SIGGRAPH 2026 Electronic Theater Award-Winning Directors
106 – In Conversation With the SIGGRAPH 2026 Electronic Theater Award-Winning Directors by ACM SIGGRAPH
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105 – Program Chairs Preview: Inside SIGGRAPH 2026
ABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, SIGGRAPH 2026 Courses Co-Chair Nora Wixom sits down with fellow Program Chairs Adam Bargteil, Callie Holderman, Erik Brunvand, Luke Tannenbaum, and Vernelle Noel to preview the ideas, experiences, and innovations coming to SIGGRAPH 2026 in...
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104 – SIGGRAPH for Health: Bridging Innovation, Medicine, and Patient Care
ABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, Diana Arellano is joined by Nicolas Henchoz, Kendall Ho, and Barbara Solenthaler to explore how computer graphics and interactive technologies are driving real-world impact in healthcare. From digital humans and treatment planning to remote...
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103 – Artists, Engineers, and Generative AI in Animation Production
ABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, Production Sessions Subcommittee member Nathaniel Peters is joined by members of the “Dear Upstairs Neighbors” team to explore the role of generative AI in animation. Drawing from their collaborative work at Google DeepMind, the…
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102 – Spatial Storytelling: New Narrative Forms
ABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, SIGGRAPH 2026 Spatial Storytelling Chair Esen K. Tütüncü is joined by Scarlett Kim, Omid Zarei, and Marco Cermusoni to explore the role of emergent technologies in narratives. Drawing from their diverse creative and technical practices, the...
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101 - Where Education Meets Innovation
SIGGRAPH Spotlight Show Notes: Episode 101 Title: 101 – Where Education Meets Innovation ABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, SIGGRAPH 2026 Education Chair Nick Jushchyshyn and SIGGRAPH 2027 Education Chair Dr. Nandhini Giri explore how SIGGRAPH connects educators, students…
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100 – The Making of ‘Zootopia 2’
ABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, host Valerie Bernard is joined by Byron Howard, Marlon West, and Kira Lehtomaki to explore the creative and technical journey behind “Zootopia 2”. Together, the creators share how story, animation craft, and visual effects came together at...
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99 - Debugging Your SIGGRAPH Talk
SIGGRAPH Spotlight Show Notes: Episode 99 Title: 99 – Debugging Your SIGGRAPH Talk ABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, host Nora Wixom is joined by Carrie Paff and Charles Poynton to unpack why presentation anxiety is so common and how to communicate your work with clarity…
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98 – Break In With Your Demo Reel
ABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, SIGGRAPH 2026 Education Chair Nick Jushchyshyn sits down with Craig Slagel and Michael Collins from the ACM SIGGRAPH Early Career Development Committee to explore the world of early career demo reels. They discuss the key elements that make…
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97 – Cracking the Code: How SIGGRAPH Evaluates Submissions
ABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, SIGGRAPH 2026 Production Sessions Chair Valérie Bernard sits down with General Submissions Chair Veronica Orvalho and Courses Co-Chair Nora Wixom to explore the submission process from every angle. They discuss common pitfalls that can lead...
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96 – Live From SIGGRAPH 2025: Impact of SIGGRAPH at All Career Stages
SIGGRAPH Spotlight Show Notes: Episode 96 Title: 96 – Live From SIGGRAPH 2025: Impact of SIGGRAPH at All Career Stages ABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, recorded live from Vancouver at SIGGRAPH 2025, Steve Granados Lopez (production assistant, Voyage Productions) sits down...
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95 – Technical Deep Dive: Papers, Workshops, and Impact
ABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, we pass the microphone to SIGGRAPH 2026 program chairs Mirela Ben-Chen (Technical Papers) and Adam Bargteil (Technical Workshops) to discuss all-things technical. Mirela and Adam explore emerging technical topics in computer graphics and...
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94 – Live From SIGGRAPH 2025: Inside the Student Volunteer Experience
ABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, recorded live at SIGGRAPH 2025 in Vancouver, we explore the Student Volunteer program and its impact on the conference experience. Steve Granados Lopez, host and production assistant at Voyage Productions, sits down with Antonio (Tony)…
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93 – Live From SIGGRAPH 2025: A Career of Outstanding Service From Mk Haley
SIGGRAPH Spotlight Show Notes: Episode 94 Title: 94 – Live From SIGGRAPH 2025: A Career of Outstanding Service From Mk Haley ABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, recorded live in Vancouver, ACM SIGGRAPH Membership and Communications Chair Barb Helfer sits down with Mk Haley,...
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92 – Live From SIGGRAPH 2025: Education Disrupted
ABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, recorded live in Vancouver, SIGGRAPH 2025 Education Chair Nandhini Giri continues the conversation from the SIGGRAPH 2025 Educator’s Forum Panel: Education Disrupted. Joined by Greg Berridge, Glenn Goldman, and Derek Ham, the group explores...
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91 – Ed Catmull and Frederic Parke: Pioneering Animations and the SIGGRAPH Legacy
ABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, ACM SIGGRAPH History Archive Co-Director Bonnie L. Mitchell is joined by two legends in computer graphics: Ed Catmull, co-founder of Pixar, and Frederic Parke, whose early innovations set the stage for decades of digital advancement. The...
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90 – Kavita Bala and Hui Huang on Influential Computer Graphics Research
ABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, SIGGRAPH 2025 Technical Papers Test-of-Time Awards Chair Sylvain Paris catches up with two of this year’s Test-of-Time award winners: Kavita Bala (“Learning Visual Similarity for Product Design With Convolutional Neural Networks”, 2015) and...
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89 – Crafting SIGGRAPH 2025’s Animated Stories
ABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, SIGGRAPH 2026 Computer Animation Festival Director Marina Antunes sits down with the creators of “Forevergreen”, “Wednesdays with Gramps”, and “End of Summer”. Discover the inspiration, collaboration, and creative process behind these...
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88 - Women of SIGGRAPH Conversations
SIGGRAPH Spotlight Show Notes: Episode 88 Title: 88 – In Conversation With Women of SIGGRAPH Conversations ABOUT THE EPISODE In this special Women’s History Month episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, we welcome Kalina Borkiewicz, Eveline Falcão, and Dawn Fidrick from the Women of SIGGRAPH Conversations...
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87 - Convergence of Art, Technology, and Nature: Part 2
ABOUT THE EPISODE SIGGRAPH 2025 Art Gallery Chair Francesca Franco sits down with Manfred Mohr, Christa Sommerer, and Laurent Mignonneau for an in-depth conversation about their journeys at the intersection of art, science, and technology. From algorithmic and generative art to interactive…
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86 – Directors’ Cut: Behind the Scenes of the Computer Animation Festival
ABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode SIGGRAPH Spotlight, SIGGRAPH 2025 Computer Animation Festival Director Dawn Fidrick chats with Marina Antunes, Kalina Borkiewicz, Tim Cheung, John Kalaigian. These past, present, and future Computer Animation Festival directors reveal what reviewers and juries...
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85 – Convergence of Art, Technology, and Nature
ABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, SIGGRAPH 2025 Art Gallery Chair Francesca Franco welcomes friends and colleagues Ernest Edmonds and Matthew Attard to the podcast. These distinguished artists discuss their pivotal works and how generative art can bridge the gap between the...
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84 - Award-Winning Voxelized Destruction at Real-Time Live!
ABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, SIGGRAPH 2024 Emerging Technologies Chair Angus Forbes welcomes SIGGRAPH 2024 Real-Time Live! Best-in-Show and Audience Choice Awards Winner Tim McGraw for an enriching conversation about his award-winning work and his passion for computer...
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83 – Live From SIGGRAPH: Art, Science, and Tech Transform Industries and the Human Experience
ABOUT THE EPISODE This episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight was recorded live in Denver during SIGGRAPH 2024. In this conversation, SIGGRAPH 2025 Conference Chair Ginger Alford sits down with three SIGGRAPH 2025 Program Chairs — Adam Bargteil, Kalina Borkiewicz, and Francesca Franco — who share insights...
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82 – Live From SIGGRAPH 2024: Interactive Media Outside the Screen
ABOUT THE EPISODE This episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight was recorded live in Denver during SIGGRAPH 2024. In this conversation, SIGGRAPH 2024 Labs Chair Jonah Brucker-Cohen and four Labs contributors — Brandon Ables, Julia Daser, Yi Qing Ng (Pepi), and Jeremiah Teipen — share more about the hands-on...
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81 – VR Visionaries Breaking Boundaries
ABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, SIGGRAPH 2024 VR Theater Director Yangos Hadjiyannis leads an engaging discussion with contributors Mariana Cadenas, Ilan Cohen, Marion Burger, Omid Zarei, and Anne Jeppesen. They delve into this year's innovative VR Theater content…
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80 – Storytelling Through the Power of Animation
ABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, SIGGRAPH 2025 Electronic Theater Director Dawn Fidrick welcomes four SIGGRAPH 2024 Electronic Theater contributors, Toby Cochran, Adrian Ochoa, Mo Mahler, and Bill Shannon, for an enriching discussion about the world of animation and their...
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79 – Inclusivity and Education in Immersive Spaces
ABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, SIGGRAPH 2024 Immersive Pavilion Chair Derek Ham and VR pioneer and educator Dr. Muhsinah L. Morris dive into a discussion on immersive technologies, Dr. Morris’s work at Historically Black College and University college Morehouse,...
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78 – Projecting the Future of Computer Graphics
ABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, SIGGRAPH 2024 Special Projects Chair Everardo Reyes engages in an insightful conversation with computer graphics pioneers David Em, and Aaron Marcus. Together, they dive into technological advancements, the nuances of art and diverse...
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77 - Synesthetic Connections, Real-Time, and Immersive Experiences
ABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, SIGGRAPH 2024 Courses Chair Ruth West engages in an insightful conversation with audio and graphics experts Aaron McLeran, Felipe Romero, and Max Hayes. Together, they delve into the fascinating realm of synesthetic connections between...
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76 – Creating a Lasting Impact With Real-Time Rendering
ABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, SIGGRAPH 2024 Conference Chair Andrés Burbano sits down with Chief Technology Officer at Activision and frequent contributor to SIGGRAPH Natalya Tatarchuk for an in-depth discussion about Natalya's introduction into rendering, her important...
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75 – Art, Media, and Ecology
ABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, SIGGRAPH 2024 Art Papers Chair August Black welcomes distinguished artists and researchers Anna Friz, Gabriela Munguía, and Tom Sherman to discuss the art, media, and science overlap. Through the lens of this year’s Art Papers program…
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74 – Rewind: Women in the Story of Immersive Technology
ABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, we rewind to some of the incredible content presented at SIGGRAPH 2023. Listen in for an excerpt of the discussion and Q&A from the special panel “Women in the Story of Immersive Technology.” David C. Brock moderates a conversation with...
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73 – Rewind: Using Pre-visualization to Bring HBO’s ‘The Last of Us’ to Life
ABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, we rewind to some of the incredible content presented at SIGGRAPH 2023. Listen in for a replay of the Talk “Using Pre-visualization to Bring HBO’s ‘The Last of Us’ to Life.” Learn about the collaboration behind the pre-visualization work...
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72 – Emerging Technologies Expand Beyond CG Boundaries
ABOUT THE EPISODE In the latest episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, our host, Mashhuda Glencross, SIGGRAPH 2023 Emerging Technologies Chair, takes us on an exhilarating journey into the heart of emerging technologies. Joined by esteemed guests Dr. Jessica Korte, SIGGRAPH Asia Emerging Technologies...
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71 – Visions of the Future of Computer Graphics
ABOUT THE EPISODE Tune into the latest episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, recorded live from SIGGRAPH 2023 in Los Angeles. SIGGRAPH 2024 Conference Chair Andrés Burbano gathers with four members of the SIGGRAPH 2024 Committee — Nicolas Henchoz (Global Diplomat), Emily Hsu (Real-Time Live! Chair)…
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70 – Fostering Global Connections
ABOUT THE EPISODE Tune into the latest episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, recorded live from SIGGRAPH 2023 in Los Angeles. Listen in as SIGGRAPH 2024 Conference Chair Andrés Burbano sits down with SIGGRAPH 2024 Global Diplomat Nicolas Henchoz and leaders from the SIGGRAPH 2023 Exhibition’s French...
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69 - Art and Artificial Intelligence
In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, we dive into the fascinating relationship between art and artificial intelligence (AI). Yoon Chung Han, the SIGGRAPH 2023 Art Gallery chair, moderates a stimulating discussion with guests Simon Hudson, Jiabao Li, and Weidi Zhang. They explore the world of...
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68 - Electronic Theater Award Winner: 'Overwatch: Kiriko'
ABOUT THE EPISODE In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, join SIGGRAPH 2024 Electronic Theater chair John Kalaigian as he sits down with the visionary director of the short film "Overwatch: Kiriko," Jeramiah Johnson. This awe-inspiring animated film has taken the industry by storm, winning a...
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67 – Bunny, Teapot, and Legends Unveiled: A Journey Through Computer Graphics History
ABOUT THE EPISODE Join us for a special SIGGRAPH Spotlight episode with industry leaders Marc Levoy and Dylan Sisson, hosted by SIGGRAPH 2023 History Chair Bonnie Mitchell. Uncover the fascinating tales behind computer graphics icons — the Stanford Bunny and Utah Teapot — and celebrate their...
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66 – The Winning Formula: ACM SIGGRAPH Student Research Competition Winners Edition
ABOUT THE EPISODE This SIGGRAPH Spotlight episode features past winners of the ACM Student Research Competition. Hosted by SIGGRAPH 2023 Posters Chair James Tompkin, this episode offers an exciting opportunity to delve into the exceptional research projects and experiences of Aaron Demolder,...
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65 - Ray Tracing in Video Games
In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, SIGGRAPH 2023 Real-Time Live! Chair Cem Yuksel invites six experts in the ray tracing field to discuss these intriguing questions surrounding the fascinating art of ray tracing in video games. Ray tracing has been around for decades, but recent advancements…
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64 – What’s on the Horizon for Space Discovery and Exploration?
ABOUT THE EPISODE In the spirit of SIGGRAPH 2023, this episode reflects on the past and how it’s led us to the bold and imaginative future ahead through the lens of NASA. SIGGRAPH 2023 Electronic Theater Director Kalina Borkiewicz catches up with Jim Blinn and Dan Goods, who share insights and...
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63 – The Evolution of Art: From Human Perspective to Tech-driven Innovation
ABOUT THE EPISODE This SIGGRAPH Spotlight episode features well-known and successful artists and curators in the industry. Join SIGGRAPH 2023 Art Papers Chair Nicolas Henchoz as he moderates a discussion between Paola Antonelli, curator for Design and Innovation at the MoMA in New York City, and...
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62 - Latinas in CG, Part 2
ABOUT THE EPISODE SIGGRAPH 2022 Student Volunteer Program Chair Diana Arellano sits down with Technical Art Manager Mila Feijóo and Production Supervisor Dení C. Gloria to discuss leadership as Latina women in the computer graphics industry. Tune in to part two of this two-part SIGGRAPH Spotlight...
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61 – Roving Reporter Rewind: A Conversation With Aaron Hertzmann and Rebecca Strzelec
ABOUT THE EPISODE Whether you caught it on the livestream or hearing it for the first time, revisit this special re-airing of a SIGGRAPH 2022 Roving Reporter interview featuring Aaron Hertzmann and Rebecca Strzelec. Listen in to an insightful discussion about creating and appreciating art, as…
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60 – Latinas in CG, Part 1
ABOUT THE EPISODE This special two-part SIGGRAPH Spotlight mini-series features incredibly gifted Latinas in the computer graphics field. In part one, join Diana Arellano, SIGGRAPH 2022 Student Volunteer Chair, as she sits down with Laura Morales Laines and Ana Cecilia Balliache Liendo to learn...
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SIGGRAPH Spotlight is a podcast that explores cutting-edge projects and topics in computer graphics and interactive techniques, one episode at a time. Episodes are hosted by ACM SIGGRAPH leaders and feature experts spanning everything from animation and visual effects to engineering and virtual reality. This show was founded as an extension of ACM SIGGRAPH's annual conference.
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