Podcast, Art Meets Tech, Artificial Intelligence
Yao Pei
A Future View of Virtual and Surround ...

In this episode of the Arts Management and Technology Podcast: Tech in the Arts, Hales Wilson speaks with Arthur Earnest about immersive storytelling, community-centered filmmaking, and the evolving role of technology in creative practice. Drawing on his experience producing 360-degree documentaries and educational media at North Carolina State University, Arthur reflects on how immersive tools such as VR and 360 video can preserve spaces, deepen audience engagement, and amplify everyday stories. He also discusses the importance of accessibility in the arts, the realities of independent creative work, and his perspective on AI as a tool that should support — rather than replace — human creativity and storytelling.

A Future View of Virtual and Surround Experiences: an Interview with Arthur Earnest
Podcast, Art Meets Tech, Media
Yao Pei
Storytelling and Immersive Media: An Interview ...

In this episode of the Arts Management and Technology Podcast: Tech in the Arts, Luna Lu speak with Eric Williams about the evolution of storytelling across emerging media, including VR, AR, and immersive experiences. Drawing on his work in cinematic virtual reality and the Cine-VR Lab, Eric explores how creators must adapt their narratives to different mediums, how immersive storytelling reshapes audience engagement and emotional connection, and how tools like AI are being integrated into creative workflows. He emphasizes the importance of choosing the right medium for each story and reflects on the future of storytelling as both a technological and deeply human practice.

Storytelling and Immersive Media: An Interview with Eric Williams
Podcast, Art Meets Tech, Artificial Intelligence, Digital Futures, Media
Yao Pei
Analog art in a digital world: An interview ...

In this episode of the Arts Management and Technology Podcast: Tech in the Arts, Hales Wilson speaks with Sean Hallowell about building a hybrid analog–digital artistic practice, the creative potential of obsolete media technologies, and the evolving role of AI in music and visual art. Drawing on his background in music theory, handmade circuitry, and immersive audiovisual performance, Sean reflects on the value of constraints in artistic creation, the cultural significance of analog media, and the importance of preserving human expression in an increasingly automated creative landscape.

Analog art in a digital world: An interview with Sean Hallowell
Artificial Intelligence, Podcast, Digital Futures, Art Meets Tech
Yao Pei
Beyond Learning Outcomes: Marti Louw talks ...

In this episode of the Arts Management and Technology Lab, Hales Wilson speaks with Marti Louw, design-based researcher and co-director of Learning Sciences for Innovators, about the intersection of learning sciences, educational technology, and human-centered design. Drawing on her background in media, museums, and interaction design, Marti discusses how interdisciplinary approaches shape learning experiences, the challenges of scaling EdTech globally, and the importance of cultural relevance in educational innovation. She also reflects on the emerging role of AI in education, emphasizing the need for careful, research-driven implementation to ensure equitable and meaningful learning outcomes.

Beyond Learning Outcomes: Marti Louw talks about Designing for the Human Experience
Podcast, Art Meets Tech, Artificial Intelligence, Entertainment
Yao Pei
How Can Creatives Manage a World with AI

In this episode of the Arts Management and Technology Podcast: Tech in the Arts, Cara Flanery speaks with Kevin Stein, principal and co-founder of Signal Path Immersive, about how AI is transforming the entertainment industry, creative workflows, and authorship in the arts. Drawing on his experience across traditional media and emerging technology, Kevin reflects on AI as a collaborative tool rather than a replacement for human creativity, discusses the operational changes AI is bringing to Hollywood, and offers thoughtful advice for artists navigating an increasingly AI-driven creative landscape.

How Can Creatives Manage a World with AI

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A Future View of Virtual and Surround Experiences: an Interview with Arthur Earnest

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A Future View of Virtual and Surround Experiences: an Interview with Arthur Earnest

In this episode of the Arts Management and Technology Podcast: Tech in the Arts, Hales Wilson speaks with Arthur Earnest about immersive storytelling, community-centered filmmaking, and the evolving role of technology in creative practice. Drawing on his experience producing 360-degree documentaries and educational media at North Carolina State University, Arthur reflects on how immersive tools such as VR and 360 video can preserve spaces, deepen audience engagement, and amplify everyday stories. He also discusses the importance of accessibility in the arts, the realities of independent creative work, and his perspective on AI as a tool that should support — rather than replace — human creativity and storytelling.

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Storytelling and Immersive Media: An Interview with Eric Williams

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Storytelling and Immersive Media: An Interview with Eric Williams

In this episode of the Arts Management and Technology Podcast: Tech in the Arts, Luna Lu speak with Eric Williams about the evolution of storytelling across emerging media, including VR, AR, and immersive experiences. Drawing on his work in cinematic virtual reality and the Cine-VR Lab, Eric explores how creators must adapt their narratives to different mediums, how immersive storytelling reshapes audience engagement and emotional connection, and how tools like AI are being integrated into creative workflows. He emphasizes the importance of choosing the right medium for each story and reflects on the future of storytelling as both a technological and deeply human practice.

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Cinematic VR for Public Service with Eric Williams and Jordan Herron

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Cinematic VR for Public Service with Eric Williams and Jordan Herron

In this episode of Tech in the Arts, Sofia Akhmanaeva, AMT Lab’s social media manager, sits down with Eric Williams and Jordan Herron, presenters at this year’s SONA Immersive Storytelling Festival. At SONA, Williams and Herron presented a series of cinematic VR projects designed to support public service training. Using 360° filmmaking, they aimed to evoke empathy and create shared, memorable experiences.