Stuck E. in Augmented Reality | The Official Stuck On An Eyeland Podcast

I believe health education should feel like an adventure—something you experience, not just read about. I'm excited to introduce my latest project: Cütie Catcherz!An immersive 60-page comic that blends storytelling, animation, and health education into one action-packed experience. It’s a comic you can read, watch, listen to, andinteract with—like an animated show inside a book.This Kickstarter is to raise the funds needed to publish the 60-page AR-activated book, produce high-quality physical copies, and make the experience as immersive and accessible as possible.You can support this project by backing it on Kickstarter from July 17th – September 10th.Back it now at: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/eyelndfeevrar/cutie-catcherz-one-shot

Cütie Catcherz: One Shot, is officially live on Kickstarter.Cütie Catcherz is a graphic novel that turns learning microbiology and skin health into a quirky adventure story about friendship and overcoming adversity. You can support this project by backing it on Kickstarter from July 17th – September 10th.Back it now at: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/eyelndfeevrar/cutie-catcherz-one-shot

Ever wondered what happens when microscopic bubbles become bacterial bouncers? This week’s episode dives into the high-powered, real-world tech of DYNAJETS® hydrodynamic cavitation, a sci-fi-sounding disinfection system that uses bubble collapse to obliterate bacteria—including some of the toughest, like Cutibacterium acnes.Join MD/PhD student and cartoon creator Steven Christian as he unpacks the paper “Disinfection of gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria using DYNAJETS hydrodynamic cavitating jets” from Ultrasonics Sonochemistry. It's a splashy deep dive into:🧪 Why gram-positive bacteria like C. acnes are harder to kill💣 How popping bubbles generate forces strong enough to rupture microbial walls💡 Why energy-efficient disinfection tech could revolutionize skin care and water treatment🧬 And how all of this maps directly to the world of Cütie Catcherz, from Biofilm Fortresses to Buster Gel strategies!💭 Whether you’re a science buff, skincare nerd, or a Cütie Catcherz fan, this episode connects microbiology to magical metaphors—and gives you a powerful lens for seeing why “brute force” isn’t always the best solution.📚 Citation: Loraine et al., Ultrasonics Sonochemistry, 2012 🔗 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ultsonch.2011.10.011🎧 Subscribe to Cütie Catcherz: Beneath the Skin for weekly lore drops where science meets soul and facts get their fantasy glow-up. 🌐 cutiecatcherz.com | 📱 IG: @cutiecatcherz

From Acne to Harmony: GRHL3, Skin Resilience & the Secret Science Behind Cütie CatcherzDescription What if your skin had a built-in peacekeeper? This episode dives into a wild, fascinating study that explains why acne often clears up on its own—while its meaner cousin, hidradenitis suppurativa, tends to stick around. And yes, it connects directly to the microbial mischief in Cütie Catcherz 🦠✨Join MD/PhD student and creative force Steven Christian as he unpacks the paper "Whole transcriptomic analysis of acne and hidradenitis suppurativa reveals common inflammatory but distinct tolerance-inducing mechanisms" from the Journal of Investigative Dermatology. It’s a molecular deep dive that reveals:🧠 Why acne and HS look similar but behave so differently🔍 The role of a magical-sounding protein called GRHL3 in spontaneous healing🛡️ How inflammation is just one half of the battle—resolution is the real MVP🎮 And how this maps directly to Iltopia’s Cütie Catcherz lore, from Nimbus’s arc to the true role of Base Cüties and the power of balance-driven tools like Serenity Mist💡 Acne isn't just a surface issue—this episode will help you understand the inner healing switch your skin might already have.📚 Citation: Dajnoki et al., J Invest Dermatol, 2023 🔗 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jid.2023.03.920🎧 Subscribe to Cütie Catcherz: Beneath the Skin for weekly lore drops where science meets story. 🌐 cutiecatcherz.com | 📱 IG: @cutiecatcherz

What happens when the real-world bacteria behind acne turns up in a prosthetic joint—and gets taken down with nothing but pills? That’s the wild, true tale we’re diving into today. 🦠💊This episode breaks down the case report titled “Oral antibiotic regimen for Cutibacterium acnes prosthetic joint infection: a case report of successful treatment”, published in The American Journal of the Medical Sciences. It tells the story of a stubborn post-surgical infection—caused by the same bacteria behind our Cütie Catcherz—and how doctors defeated it using just an oral antibiotic combo. No IVs. No drama. Just science.I'm Steven Christian, MD/PhD student and creator of Cütie Catcherz, and today we’re connecting the dots between:🧠 How C. acnes creates biofilm fortresses IRL🔬 Why diagnosis can be tricky and delayed💊 How a simple oral med combo (rifampin + amoxicillin) brought down the infection🎮 How this all maps onto the Iltopian world of Cütie Catcherz—think King Cootie, Biofilm Hives, and targeted tools like Phage Darts and Serenity Mist.💡 This case validates the science behind our worldbuilding and adds a real-world example to back up the power of precision care and microbiome balance.📚 Citation: Nguyen et al., Am J Med Sci, 2025 🔗 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/s0002-9629(25)00868-7🎧 Subscribe to Cütie Catcherz: Beneath the Skin for weekly drops blending science, soul, and story. 🌐 cutiecatcherz.com | 📱 IG: @cutiecatcherz

 What if the same bacteria causing acne could help fight cancer? 🦠✨ In this mind-bending episode, we dive into a real study published in the Journal of Investigative Dermatology titled “Melanoma cell survival is suppressed by splenocytes stimulated by Cutibacterium acnes.” Yep, you read that right—our so-called skin troublemaker might just have a secret hero arc.I’m Steven Christian, your friendly neighborhood MD/PhD student and creator of Cütie Catcherz, the AR-powered comic that turns microbiology into magical storytelling. And today, we’re cracking open the science behind how C. acnes might trigger an immune response that helps kill melanoma cells. 🧬🧠💥Tune in for:How C. acnes–stimulated immune cells attacked melanoma cells in the labWhy our skin bacteria might not be villains after allWhat this means for immunity, inflammation, and yes, the world of Cütie CatcherzHow science inspires deeper, more empathetic storytelling about our bodies💡 This isn’t just microbiome 101. It’s the blueprint for how "bad guys" in biology might wear hidden capes.📚 Citation: Matsushima et al., J Invest Dermatol, 2019 🔗 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jid.2019.03.559🎧 Subscribe to Cütie Catcherz: Beneath the Skin 🌐 Visit cutiecatcherz.com for more episodes, comics, and health storytelling magic 📱 Follow @cutiecatcherz for behind-the-scenes worldbuilding and research drops

Ever wonder how a simple skincare gel rewrites the whole microbial script on your face? In this episode, we break down a 2024 study from the Journal of Dermatologic Science and Cosmetic Technology that explores how 15% azelaic acid gel doesn’t just fight acne—it reshapes the skin microbiome! 🧬✨I’m Steven Christian—your friendly neighborhood MD/PhD student, medical illustrator, and creator of Cütie Catcherz, an augmented reality comic where battling acne gets turned into a magical adventure full of metaphor, monsters, and microbiome mayhem.This episode uncovers:How acne-prone skin has microbial imbalance (aka Cütie Clouds)Why azelaic acid boosts good bacteria like Lactobacillus while dialing down troublemakersThe real-life science behind Cütie Catcherz tools like “Probiotic Pods” and “Serenity Mist”Why balance—not brute force—is the secret to healthy skinThis isn’t just about zapping zits. It’s about healing ecosystems, inside and out.🎧 Stream “Cütie Catcherz: Beneath the Skin” 📱 Follow @cutiecatcherz 🌐 More at cutiecatcherz.com📚 Citation: Yu et al., J Dermatol Sci & Cosmetic Tech, 2024 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jdsct.2024.100041

Get ready to dive deep into the sticky science behind acne! In this episode, we explore the 2023 study “Characteristics of Biofilm-Forming Ability and Antibiotic Resistance of Cutibacterium acnes and Staphylococcus epidermidis from Acne Vulgaris Patients”—a mouthful, but trust us, it’s juicy. 🧪✨I'm Steven Christian—your friendly neighborhood MD/PhD student and creator of Cütie Catcherz, an augmented reality comic that turns acne bacteria into metaphorical monsters and teaches health literacy through action-packed storytelling.Together, we explore:What biofilms actually are (spoiler: bacterial bunkers 🛡️)How some C. acnes and S. epidermidis strains shrug off antibioticsWhy the real-life science lines up with our in-story “Cütie Fortresses” and villain King CootieWhat this means for smarter, targeted acne care in underserved communitiesThis research grounds the Cütie Catcherz universe in fact—not fiction—and shows how powerful narrative + evidence-based science can be.👾 Visit cutiecatcherz.com 📱 Follow @cutiecatcherz on Instagram 📚 Study citation: Ruchiatan et al., Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2023 DOI: https://doi.org/10.2147/CCID.S422486 🎧 Listen to “Cütie Catcherz: Beneath the Skin” on Spotify & YouTube

Acne isn’t just about clogged pores and bacteria—your immune system is in on it too. I’m Steven Christian, your friendly neighborhood neuroscientist and creator of Cütie Catcherz, and today we’re breaking down the science behind inflammation, skin cells, and why your body might be accidentally helping acne bacteria throw a block party.We’re diving into the paper “The Role of Skin Immune System in Acne”—and trust me, this stuff is wild. We’re talking immune alarms, biofilm bunkers, and the science behind every breakout. Then, we connect it all back to the comic chaos of Cütie Catcherz—where real skin science becomes an epic adventure.🎯 Learn more at cutiecatcherz.com and follow @cutiecatcherz on IG. 🎙️ Citation: Firlej et al., 2022, Journal of Clinical Medicine https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm11061579

What do blacklights, bacteria, and biofilm fortresses have in common? More than you think.I’m Steven Christian—your friendly neighborhood neuroscientist, MD/PhD student, and creator of Cütie Catcherz, the animated AR comic turning skin science into storytelling. In this episode, we shine a light (literally) on the tool dermatologists should be using more often: Wood’s Light.Based on the review article “Wood’s Light in Inflammatory and Autoimmune Dermatoses, Infections and Skin Cancer”, we explore how this glowing diagnostic gem helps identify infections, pigment changes, and even guide skin cancer treatment. Then we flip the script and show how that same science powers the glowing chaos of the Cütie Catcherz universe—where different Cüties light up under UV and diagnostic tools become weapons of balance.✨ Learn more at cutiecatcherz.com and follow @cutiecatcherz 📚 Citation: Gomez-Martinez et al., 2025, Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ad.2024.12.006

Is acne just a bacteria problem? Not quite. It’s a microbial turf war—with factions, fortresses, and a secret plot twist.I’m Steven Christian—MD/PhD student and creator of Cütie Catcherz, the comic series where microbiome science meets Saturday-morning-cartoon energy. In this episode, we break down the paper “Cutibacterium acnes and Acne Vulgaris: A Brief Look at the Latest Updates” by Dréno et al.We explore how new science reveals acne isn't about more bacteria, but about the wrong kinds of bacteria in the wrong balance—especially the sneaky phylotype IA1. Then we flip it into fiction: how these discoveries directly inspired the world of Cütie Catcherz, from biofilm bunkers to precision skincare gadgets and strategy.💥 Visit cutiecatcherz.com and follow @cutiecatcherz 📚 Citation: Dréno et al. (2018), Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology https://doi.org/10.1111/jdv.15043

Grab your goggles—we’re diving into the detective work of skin microbiology! I’m Steven Christian, your friendly neighborhood neuroscientist and creator of Cütie Catcherz, and in this episode, we break down the study “Cutibacterium acnes molecular typing: time to standardize the method” by Dagnelie et al.This isn’t just about zits. It’s about how different strains of C. acnes play very different roles—some cause chaos (like our villainous Cüties), others keep your skin in check. We explore how molecular typing helps scientists ID these strains, and how that inspired the diverse characters, strategies, and science-backed chaos of Cütie Catcherz.🎯 Learn more at cutiecatcherz.com and follow @cutiecatcherz 📚 Citation: Dagnelie et al., 2018, Clinical Microbiology and Infection https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cmi.2018.03.010

In this episode, we dive into Cütie Catcherz—a colorful, chaotic, and scientifically grounded AR comic that transforms real dermatology research into a metaphor-rich adventure about skin, science, and self-love.I’m Steven Christian, your friendly neighborhood MD/PhD student and creator of Cütie Catcherz. This isn’t based on just one study—it’s based on dozens, blending microbiome science, biofilm research, and cultural insight into a story that empowers young readers to take control of their skin health.Visit cutiecatcherz.com to explore the universe and follow @cutiecatcherz 🎓 Real science. Wild adventure. Health literacy for the win.

Steven Christian, takes us on a journey through his latest groundbreaking creation: Welcome to Iltopia, an Eyelnd Feevr Augmented Reality Experience. Steven offers an in-depth perspective on how this innovative AR book bridges the gap between traditional reading and interactive technology, making literature more accessible and engaging in a world dominated by short-form content. Drawing from his diverse background as a medical student, PhD candidate, neuroscientist, animator, and former athlete, Steven reflects on the importance of long-form reading for academic success and how augmented reality can transform our relationship with books. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of technology, education, and storytelling. Tune in to explore how AR can revolutionize the way we read and learn!

I'm thrilled to share my unique journey from the football field to the creative realm. We'll explore how I transitioned from sports to starting Illtopia Studios, my ventures into augmented reality, and how I've woven together diverse interests in animation, technology, and medicine. From overcoming hip surgeries and battling financial setbacks to embracing the artistic freedom found in Portland, this episode delves into the pivotal moments that shaped my career. Discover how I leveraged setbacks to fuel my drive, tackled issues like health literacy with culturally relevant content, and saw my work recognized in the Wall Street Journal and beyond. Get ready for an inspiring tale of resilience, creativity, and determination. Let's journey together through the intersections of art, medicine, and technology, as we reflect on lessons learned and the path ahead. Don't forget to subscribe, follow me on social media, and join me in creating exciting, empowering content for the future. Let's dive in!

I'm thrilled to announce the latest developments in immersive storytelling with the Eyelnd Feevr app. We delved into the world of Eyelnd Feevr and the innovative ways we are redefining storytelling beyond the traditional page. We're taking storytelling to new heights, quite literally, and bringing the adventure to life in ways you wouldn't have imagined. 🎙️ Our host, Steven Christian, shared how Eyelnd Feevr is pushing the boundaries of traditional storytelling, offering a deeper connection to the characters and the story. From the page, to the screen, to the world around you, we're redefining the concept of immersive storytelling. 👉 Here are three key takeaways from our latest episode: 1️⃣From the page to the palm of your hand: Eyelnd Feevr is transforming traditional storytelling, allowing you to take the adventure with you, whether it's through animated experiences or physical, tangible mediums. 2️⃣Empowering your adventure: With innovative technology, Eyelnd Feevr is giving you the tools to not just read the story, but to control and shape the adventure. You can create your own unique journey with the characters of Eyelnd Feevr, bringing a new level of ownership to the story. 3️⃣Blurring the lines between fiction and reality: Through augmented reality, face filters, and markerless experiences, Eyelnd Feevr is integrating the story into your daily life. You can immerse yourself in the adventure, seeing the characters interact with your surroundings - a truly unique and captivating experience. Don't miss out on this exciting evolution of storytelling! Join us on the Eyelnd Feevr app to embark on immersive adventures with Roscoe, Vanessa, and Cadbeary. Let's redefine storytelling together! Watch: https://youtu.be/ZkL2KTPWzPM Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iltopia Join Discord: https://discord.gg/PaZFqf3CMG Buy Merch: https://shop.iltopia.com

Steven Christian takes us on a journey through his experience of integrating augmented reality into the brand of Alchemist Brewery XR. Steven shares the intricate details of his work, from consulting and creating immersive experiences to using different elements such as face filters, coaster augmented reality experiences, and augmented reality murals. He emphasizes the importance of enhancing traditional experiences with augmented reality while staying true to the core elements. Join us as we delve into the world of augmented reality and its meaningful impact on art, technology, and community building.

In this episode, I'm taking you on a journey through the world of immersive video using the pricey Vision PRO headset. We'll explore how it stacks up against its contenders like the Meta Quest, especially when it comes to price and versatility. Is it truly the VIP ticket for personal streaming that could replace your cinema experience? Or is it a costly gadget that falls short in creating the communal vibes we crave? You'll hear about my adventures in porting animations from Unity into the Vision PRO, where I used an Analog-AR headset, equipped with a phone, to test the AR waters right in my living room. As an animator and AR developer, I'm pumped about the ways this tech could revolutionize filmmaking and production, but there's no shying away from its current limitations and hefty tag. We'll also discuss the nuts and bolts of working with Unity's render pipelines. Get ready for a technical tango between URP and HDRP, where we dodge the dreaded pink materials and tackle shader snags. Can HDRP's high fidelity be harnessed for mobile AR? Is it possible to create an animated AR paradise as a screensaver for your real world? We'll find out. Plus, as an MD PhD student deeply entrenched in integrated neuroscience, I've got a keen eye on how these immersive experiences could play a role in medicine. From research to relaxation, we're pushing the boundaries of what AR can do for us, both in our health and hearts. Support my work by: Get Iltopia Merch - https://shop.iltopia.com Become a Patreon - https://Patreon.com/iltopia Join My Discord Server - https://discord.gg/PaZFqf3CMG

On this podcast, I’m sharing updates as a medical student during the pandemic that is also exploring educating people on the future of Augmented Reality specifically. It’s all about introducing people to new ways to make it through life by being creative and using technology to help better your lives. A lot has happened since my last podcast episode; continuing medical school, speaking at the Augmented World Expo, the Unity Certified Instructor Summit, and current events.

I am a content creator, I create comics and cartoons using emerging technology to inspire, educate and entertain people. I want to make Black people enjoy their experiences, that’s what I do. Med school has caused me to take an introspective approach in finding ways to integrate the arts into healthcare education, allowing people to explore themselves or explore the things that happen within them, thus creating an immersive experience for patients and professionals alike, as health education is essentially learning about ourselves and what works and what doesn’t work with ourselves.  It’s all about helping each other out as we advance in this technological age.

What would Augmented Reality look like from an unapologetically Black perspective? How do you create and pursue ideas without losing your identity? These are the questions that propelled me forward in my creative journey as an AR developer, Black content creator, and a social activist. In this video, I talk about the manifestation of my ideas and projects that led me to finding a medium that didn’t force me to compromise on the decisions of things I wanted to make, instead AR opened up a door of infinite possibilities that can be used to help shape a future that benefits everybody, particularly Black people. Even more so, I also decided to develop a whole curriculum that is at the intersections of Black identity, content creation, just being an artist, being an activist, and being a technologist.

Damien McDuffie joins us on The Official Stuck On An Eyeland Podcast. Damien is a writer, strategist, creative ecosystems builder, program director, and community consultant. His main goal is to help ease the process for Black creators in the XR industry and create cultural archives that are preserved for generations to come through AR.  Damien and I had a great conversation about the realities of navigating the tech industry while Black and how XR can be used to impact the people around us.

Dan Edwards joins us on The Official Stuck On An Eyeland Podcast. Dan is a traditional portrait sculptor that uses his talent to reflect the times. You may have seen some of his work on artists such as Nipsey Hussle, Denzel Curry, and George Floyd. In this episode, Dan talks about the difference between when to profit off of art and when to create something for the people that’s accessible to all.

After a year of navigating the Augmented Reality Industry both as a consumer and a developer, I started to notice trends in a variety of tangential fields: medicine, the arts, and business to business. Read the blog: https://medium.com/@stuckonaneyelnd Listen to the Podcast: https://anchor.fm/stuck-e-podcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPpMod_DXYqC3xWgub79MFTm5Ym8eVcu_ Download Augmented Reality App: https://iltopia.com/eyelndfeevrapp Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iltopia Buy Merch: https://shop.iltopia.com

I recap a remarkably interesting year of Augmented Reality Development. Things have been remarkably interesting, especially this year. One of the things that I am enormously proud of is the fact that I spent literally a year in AR, and because of that I learned so much. I feel like it took a pandemic for me to get a career. I think that is just pretty crazy to me. For the most part it has been an interesting year to say the least. One year in Augmented Reality I was able to accomplish literally opening unity for the first time; to going ahead and making my first app called Eyelnd Feevr that I released in January, and I started working in this pseudo influencer YouTube video maker and online educator thing. I essentially took on the idea of exploring my identity as a black creator and sharing that with the world. Read the blog: https://medium.com/@stuckonaneyelnd Listen to the Podcast: https://anchor.fm/stuck-e-podcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPpMod_DXYqC3xWgub79MFTm5Ym8eVcu_ Download Augmented Reality App: https://iltopia.com/eyelndfeevrapp Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iltopia Buy Merch: https://shop.iltopia.com

2020 was supposed to be off to a great start but the luck gods obviously had other plans.   I recap the highs and lows of the year, and reflect on all the opportunities that came my way in life, augmented reality, medical school, and as a creator. Read the blog: https://medium.com/@stuckonaneyelnd Listen to the Podcast: https://anchor.fm/stuck-e-podcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPpMod_DXYqC3xWgub79MFTm5Ym8eVcu_ Download Augmented Reality App: https://iltopia.com/eyelndfeevrapp Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iltopia Buy Merch: https://shop.iltopia.com

I Made an Augmented Reality App that Triggered Racists. With all this stuff going on in the world: COVID, Social Unrest, Police Brutality, I decided to make a statement with my work. I had to make an Augmented Reality app for the movement. Read the blog: https://medium.com/@stuckonaneyelnd Listen to the Podcast: https://anchor.fm/stuck-e-podcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPpMod_DXYqC3xWgub79MFTm5Ym8eVcu_ Download Augmented Reality App: https://iltopia.com/eyelndfeevrapp Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iltopia Buy my Augmented Reality Books: https://iltopia.com/product-category/books/

So today I decided to turn a sketch on paper into an interactive art piece using Unity, Augmented Reality, and Vuforia. The goal was to see how awesome I can make a simple drawing and push the idea of combining technology and art as far as I could take it. At the end of this little journey, I ended up with a sketch of a character named Cubey, an AR app for my Android phone, and a pretty cool experience to play with. Check out my free course on Art, Tech, and Activism in Augmented Reality: https://gum.co/OWHaN If you go to this link, you can take my Skillshare courses for free and have 2 free months of Skillshare: https://skl.sh/3ihvu0Y Read the blog: https://medium.com/@stuckonaneyelnd Listen to the Podcast: https://anchor.fm/stuck-e-podcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPpMod_DXYqC3xWgub79MFTm5Ym8eVcu_ Download Augmented Reality App: https://iltopia.com/eyelndfeevrapp Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iltopia Buy my Augmented Reality Books: https://iltopia.com/product-category/books/

Does America really need college football right now? With everything going on with COVID-19, the last thing I though I would be spending my time weighing in on whether we should have College Football this season. For those that are unaware, I played college football for 6 years. 4 years at Hawaii, and 2 years at Oregon State. I had two season ending injuries that granted me extra eligibility. Thankfully, I earned a master's degree, built great relationships, and started for the Beavers as a defensive back. As I pursue medical school, being a student-athlete is an aspect of my journey that launched many of my current interests. I felt it was necessary to use my story and experiences to give some context to why people are talking about this right now, and why specifically with football and not any other sport.  Go to the blog for links and references: https://medium.com/@stuckonaneyelnd/does-america-need-college-football-during-the-covid-19-pandemic-d402f7c49e2c?source=friends_link&sk=b56a941b1fec8f6b2c6c07f973ac33ac

The value of augmented reality comes from the way digital elements blend into a person's perception of the real world, not only as a simple display of data, but through the integration of immersive interactions. Instead of reading a book, you can watch it, listen to it, or play with it. Instead of looking at a 2D picture, you can rotate, scale it, and move it. Check out my free course on Art, Tech, and Activism in Augmented Reality: https://gum.co/OWHaN If you go to this link, you can take my Skillshare courses for free and have 2 free months of Skillshare: https://skl.sh/3ihvu0Y Read the blog: https://medium.com/@stuckonaneyelnd Listen to the Podcast: https://anchor.fm/stuck-e-podcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPpMod_DXYqC3xWgub79MFTm5Ym8eVcu_ Download Augmented Reality App: https://iltopia.com/eyelndfeevrapp Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iltopia Buy my Augmented Reality Books: https://iltopia.com/product-category/books/

What is an immersive experience and why does it matter? Those two questions have circulated my mind recently as I have gotten deeper into the AR space. An immersive experience is an illusory environment that completely surrounds you such that you feel that you are inside it and part of it. Check out my free course on Art, Tech, and Activism in Augmented Reality: https://gum.co/OWHaN If you go to this link, you can take my Skillshare courses for free and have 2 free months of Skillshare: https://skl.sh/3ihvu0Y Read the blog: https://medium.com/@stuckonaneyelnd Listen to the Podcast: https://anchor.fm/stuck-e-podcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPpMod_DXYqC3xWgub79MFTm5Ym8eVcu_ Download Augmented Reality App: https://iltopia.com/eyelndfeevrapp Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iltopia Buy my Augmented Reality Books: https://iltopia.com/product-category/books/

Augmented reality has the power to change the way we as Black people can interact with the world and create opportunities with technology. I am on a journey to shed light on those avenues as a full stack augmented reality mobile developer. I hope to make stuff that inspires other Black creators to do the same.  Check out my free course on Art, Tech, and Activism in Augmented Reality: https://gum.co/OWHaN If you go to this link, you can take my Skillshare courses for free and have 2 free months of Skillshare: https://skl.sh/3ihvu0Y Read the blog: https://medium.com/@stuckonaneyelnd Listen to the Podcast: https://anchor.fm/stuck-e-podcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPpMod_DXYqC3xWgub79MFTm5Ym8eVcu_ Download Augmented Reality App: https://iltopia.com/eyelndfeevrapp Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iltopia Buy my Augmented Reality Books: https://iltopia.com/product-category/books/

When the XR industry is booming, we are going to see studies on diversity and wonder where the black people are at. With the billions of dollars the industry will be worth, we will wonder why Black people are not getting their fair share for the pie. Check out my free course on Art, Tech, and Activism in Augmented Reality: https://gum.co/OWHaN Read the blog: https://medium.com/@stuckonaneyelnd Listen to the Podcast: https://anchor.fm/stuck-e-podcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPpMod_DXYqC3xWgub79MFTm5Ym8eVcu_ Download Augmented Reality App: https://iltopia.com/eyelndfeevrapp Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iltopia Buy my Augmented Reality Books: https://iltopia.com/product-category/books/

Activism is the act of doing something to spark change. When we look at using augmented reality, we are really trying channel the energy and creativity we have into a medium that is more immersive and interactive. Instead of looking at art on a sign, we interact with art in augmented reality. Check out my free course on Art, Tech, and Activism in Augmented Reality: https://gum.co/OWHaN Read the blog: https://medium.com/@stuckonaneyelnd Listen to the Podcast: https://anchor.fm/stuck-e-podcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPpMod_DXYqC3xWgub79MFTm5Ym8eVcu_ Download Augmented Reality App: https://iltopia.com/eyelndfeevrapp Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iltopia Buy my Augmented Reality Books: https://iltopia.com/product-category/books/

Let’s talk about why augmented reality (AR) is important. (AR) is important for many reasons. Because of Covid 19, in person learning, training, teaching, and entertainment will change forever. Check out my free course on Art, Tech, and Activism in Augmented Reality: https://gum.co/OWHaN Read the blog: https://medium.com/@stuckonaneyelnd Listen to the Podcast: https://anchor.fm/stuck-e-podcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPpMod_DXYqC3xWgub79MFTm5Ym8eVcu_ Download Augmented Reality App: https://iltopia.com/eyelndfeevrapp Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iltopia Buy my Augmented Reality Books: https://iltopia.com/product-category/books/

Let's discuss the history of augmented reality (AR). Want to know about when it was created, where it was created, why it was created, or who created it? Don't worry. I got you covered. At the end of this, you will be able to contextualize how AR fits into a timeline. Check out my free course on Art, Tech, and Activism in Augmented Reality: https://gum.co/OWHaN Read the blog: https://medium.com/@stuckonaneyelnd Listen to the Podcast: https://anchor.fm/stuck-e-podcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPpMod_DXYqC3xWgub79MFTm5Ym8eVcu_ Download Augmented Reality App: https://iltopia.com/eyelndfeevrapp Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iltopia Buy my Augmented Reality Books: https://iltopia.com/product-category/books/

I break down how augmented reality works on XR devices, and how we use it to interact with digital objects in the real world. Check out my free course on Art, Tech, and Activism in Augmented Reality: https://gum.co/OWHaN Read the blog: https://medium.com/@stuckonaneyelnd Listen to the Podcast: https://anchor.fm/stuck-e-podcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPpMod_DXYqC3xWgub79MFTm5Ym8eVcu_ Download Augmented Reality App: https://iltopia.com/eyelndfeevrapp Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iltopia Buy my Augmented Reality Books: https://iltopia.com/product-category/books/

We learn about the different types of Augmented Reality approaches you can use. Check out my free course on Art, Tech, and Activism in Augmented Reality: https://gum.co/OWHaN Read the blog: https://medium.com/@stuckonaneyelnd Listen to the Podcast: https://anchor.fm/stuck-e-podcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPpMod_DXYqC3xWgub79MFTm5Ym8eVcu_ Download Augmented Reality App: https://iltopia.com/eyelndfeevrapp Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iltopia Buy my Augmented Reality Books: https://iltopia.com/product-category/books/

Curious about the difference between augmented reality and virtual reality? In this video, you will find those questions out!   Check out my free course on Art, Tech, and Activism in Augmented Reality: https://gum.co/OWHaN Read the blog: https://medium.com/@stuckonaneyelnd Listen to the Podcast: https://anchor.fm/stuck-e-podcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPpMod_DXYqC3xWgub79MFTm5Ym8eVcu_ Download Augmented Reality App: https://iltopia.com/eyelndfeevrapp Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iltopia Buy my Augmented Reality Books: https://iltopia.com/product-category/books/

Don't exclude Black Creators from Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, Mixed Reality and XR Opportunities. Read the blog: https://medium.com/@stuckonaneyelnd Listen to the Podcast: https://anchor.fm/stuck-e-podcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPpMod_DXYqC3xWgub79MFTm5Ym8eVcu_ Download Augmented Reality App: https://iltopia.com/eyelndfeevrapp Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iltopia Buy my Augmented Reality Books: https://iltopia.com/product-category/books/

We need to push for diversity in Tech! I don’t want to see headlines ten years from now asking, "Where are all the Black people in augmented reality, mixed reality, and XR." Read the blog: https://medium.com/@stuckonaneyelnd Listen to the Podcast: https://anchor.fm/stuck-e-podcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPpMod_DXYqC3xWgub79MFTm5Ym8eVcu_ Download Augmented Reality App: https://iltopia.com/eyelndfeevrapp Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iltopia Buy my Augmented Reality Books: https://iltopia.com/product-category/books/

Using AR, you can recreate those experience for other things to contextualize the realities and combat that fantasies people have. You can replay all the events of police brutality in AR, you can replay all the events of public lynching's, you can replay all the events of Slavery. You can experience these events in an immersive way that goes beyond watching a move and you can interact with the elements as if it were a game. It is not a game because AR places the experience in the real world. AR makes the fantasy real. Read the blog: https://medium.com/@stuckonaneyelnd Listen to the Podcast: https://anchor.fm/stuck-e-podcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPpMod_DXYqC3xWgub79MFTm5Ym8eVcu_ Download Augmented Reality App: https://iltopia.com/eyelndfeevrapp Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iltopia Buy my Augmented Reality Books: https://iltopia.com/product-category/books/

For the Black Community, Art has always been a conduit for expression. Augmented reality can take that expression to new heights! Read the blog: https://medium.com/@stuckonaneyelnd Listen to the Podcast: https://anchor.fm/stuck-e-podcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPpMod_DXYqC3xWgub79MFTm5Ym8eVcu_ Download Augmented Reality App: https://iltopia.com/eyelndfeevrapp Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iltopia Buy my Augmented Reality Books: https://iltopia.com/product-category/books/

Here are some reasons to consider when you use Augmented Reality for activism, protesting, and civic engagement. Read the blog: https://medium.com/@stuckonaneyelnd Listen to the Podcast: https://anchor.fm/stuck-e-podcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPpMod_DXYqC3xWgub79MFTm5Ym8eVcu_ Download Augmented Reality App: https://iltopia.com/eyelndfeevrapp Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iltopia Buy my Augmented Reality Books: https://iltopia.com/product-category/books/

Augmented reality has the power to revolutionize the way we communicate ideas and advocate for different causes. With that being said, I explore the power art has in activism and how it can possibly expanded with AR. Read the blog: https://medium.com/@stuckonaneyelnd Listen to the Podcast: https://anchor.fm/stuck-e-podcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPpMod_DXYqC3xWgub79MFTm5Ym8eVcu_ Download Augmented Reality App: https://iltopia.com/eyelndfeevrapp Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iltopia Buy my Augmented Reality Books: https://iltopia.com/product-category/books/

You may be wondering: what is augmented reality? Why do we care about it. Often people talk about it as if it is akin to bitcoin; pre-2017. It is one of the biggest trends in tech with a tons of growth potential. It is one of the things that will continue to grow as technology advances. Augmented reality is the key to immersive integration of virtual and physical experiences. Read the blog: https://medium.com/@stuckonaneyelnd Listen to the Podcast: https://anchor.fm/stuck-e-podcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPpMod_DXYqC3xWgub79MFTm5Ym8eVcu_ Download Augmented Reality App: https://iltopia.com/eyelndfeevrapp Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iltopia Buy my Augmented Reality Books: https://iltopia.com/product-category/books/

To all my brothers and sisters out there who are feeling pain from the past few months, my heart goes out to you. It has been a tough time to cope with. I created something for you. If I was a rapper, I would make a song, but I make books. This is a book, with poems, and a quirky pictures to ease your soul. It is called Risk Free. I wish there was more I could do right now, but I cannot. I hope what I created can help you find peace in a time of such strife. Read the book: https://gum.co/kKfoS Watch the Video: https://youtu.be/jnUNceIASyE?t=191 Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Risk-Free-Steven-Christian/dp/0998571946/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1537312117&sr=8-1&keywords=steven+christian+iltopia Good Reads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/41797460-risk-free?from_search=true

Back in 2016, I had a conversation with Markus Primeabout what inspired him to produce is most recent book, B.R.U.H. We had a good conversation about representation, inspiration, and motivation. Markus has a very interesting style and approach to his work. That unique approach has garnered him thousands of followers and national acclaim. You can read more about Markus and his journey on PaperMag, Vibe, Blavity, MIC, and Huffington Post. Markus has hit 2020 hard with his new webcomic "Oh Nah." It is unique piece of work promoting sex positivity amongst marginal communities. Read blog: https://blacksuperheroesmatter.com/markus-prime-takes-on-anime/ If you would like more thought-provoking content or a quick laugh consider supporting me on Patreon, checking out my webseries Eyelnd Feevr, or checking out links to my other projects below: Eyelnd Feevr Webseries | Stuck E Podcast | My Sports Blog | Medical School Journey | Small Business Resource Blog | Black Superheroes Matter Blog | Artist Portfolio | DIY Arts Blog |

Let's chat about Capitalism. Does it give people more opportunities, or does it just line greedy pockets. Who I affected? Who wins? Who loses? Can social safety nets mediate the effects? What happens when those safety nets are gone? I discuss all of that here. Check out the blog posts about it: Part 1 - https://www.stuckemedia.com/2020/02/Capitalism-For-the-greedy-or-the-worthy.html Part 2 - https://www.stuckemedia.com/2020/02/capitalism-ask-me-about-my-privatization.html If you would like more thought-provoking content or a quick laugh consider supporting me on Patreon, checking out my webseries Eyelnd Feevr, or checking out links to my other projects below: Eyelnd Feevr Webseries | Stuck E Podcast | My Sports Blog | Medical School Journey | Small Business Resource Blog | Black Superheroes Matter Blog | Artist Portfolio | DIY Arts Blog |

I know I have been MIA for a while, but I am back on the podcast scene with some new tricks! Let's start the decade off with a bang!