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Making the Metaverse

075 - Dakshesh Kaki April 22, 2024
Dakshesh is a student at Middleton High School and is also studying computer science engineering at Hillsborough Community College. He works with artificial intelligence in business and in robotics. He has placed 6th in a national business competition with Future Business Leaders of America. He is the founder of a consulting firm. He is active […]
Michael Carter
074 - Aakash Singh April 13, 2024
Aakash Singh is a Global People Management and Development Advisor. He is a mentor and a friend to over 37,000 students and 19 business owners globally. Aakash started his professional life as an engineer and eventually became a ‘talent architect’. Aakash helps people find their ‘perfect fit’, using the power of storytelling. He writes and […]
Michael Carter
073 - Pranava Manthena March 17, 2024
Pranava is a Student Voice/Marketing Intern at AI for Education and a junior at Middleton High School. Pranava's impressive achievements include winning first place in the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) national competition and state competition. He has led business education workshops at the national level, and has spoken at global conferences such as […]
Michael Carter
072 - Zoe Lord March 13, 2024
Zoe Lord is a Queen’s University graduate student studying cognitive load in virtual reality environments for chemistry education and a Scientist-Astronaut candidate at the International Institute for Astronautical Sciences (IIAS) conducting bioastronautics research. Prior to graduate work Zoe earned two Bachelor’s of Science degrees in the Specializations of Neuroscience and Chemistry with a Minor in […]
Michael Carter
071 - Maria Becerra - AI Business Strategist February 26, 2024
Maria Becerra is an AI business strategist, presenter, prolific volunteer, and content creator. If you don’t already follow her on LinkedIn, you should, because she has a ton of insightful and informative content with a splash of humour. Maria has worked for TD, Deloitte, and Canadian Tire and holds a graduate degree from Smith School […]
Michael Carter
070 - Andy Ku - CEO of Altava November 30, 2023
My guest today is Andy Ku, CEO of Altava. Andy is a graduate of Cornell and of Harvard where he studied architecture and urban planning. He has been involved in start ups for the past 20 years working with some of the biggest names in media and gaming. ALTAVA, an established metaverse group, is at […]
Michael Carter
069 - Zakariya Muktadir November 25, 2023
Zak is a multi-talented individual with experience in a range of domains including healthcare, big tech, academics, management consulting and government in Canada and in the USA. He has worked on VR and AI products at Facebook/Meta. He also created an app for Crohn’s and Colitis Canada that gained him national attention. He is a […]
Michael Carter
068 - Korey Thomson - Augmented Reality Developer at Queen's University October 23, 2023
Korey Thomson is a graduate of the Instrumentation and Control Engineering Technology program at St. Lawrence College. He also has an advanced diploma in game programming from Humber. Korey now works at the Queen’s University Medical Simulation Lab where he has been developing augmented reality based simulations. He also teaches at St. Lawrence College. ************** […]
Michael Carter
067 - Angad B Sodhi: Storyteller, Artist and Curator building at the intersection of Art & Tech in Web3 September 29, 2023
Angad uses the power of art as a medium to break the taboo that mental health carries in India and globally. His art therapy sessions and workshops for corporates and blocked creative professionals increase creativity and communication skills. Shh... It's Taboo, his mental health event has enabled hundreds of people to share their mental health […]
Michael Carter
066 - Corey Kovnats - VP of Web3 and Industry 4.0 at dapphaus September 14, 2023
Corey is VP of Web3 and Industry 4.0 at dapphaus. He is an experienced entrepreneur and creative problem solver with a vast technical, managerial, and creative skillset. He's spend a lot of time focused on digital media and emerging technologies. In the past several years, Corey has helped some big brands move into new digital […]
Michael Carter
065 - Fernanda Boccard - NFT Artist August 30, 2023
Fernanda is a multidisciplinary artist based in Mexico City. She is deeply passionate about creating unique and impactful digital experiences through NFT technology. She has leveraged her expertise in storytelling, video creation, and editing to bring her vision to life. Fernanda designed, promoted and sold out her first NFT collection “Serious and Cool” as a […]
Michael Carter
064 - Evan Sitler-Bates: CEO and Co-Founder of XpertVR August 29, 2023
My guest today is Evan Sitler-Bates, co-founder of XpertVR, which is revolutionizing education and job training for something like a million users in a range of sectors and industries. He’s been in the space for several years and is passionate about making education accessible, affordable and verifiable. Connect with Evan and XpertVR here: Evan on […]
Michael Carter
063 - Sam Huber - CEO and Founder of Landvault August 24, 2023
Sam Huber is a metaverse pioneer. He is the CEO and founder of LandVault, the largest real estate company in the metaverse. With $37 million in funding, a team that includes 120 architects, designers and developers, and partnerships with brands including Mastercard, L’Oreal and Heineken, Sam is shaping the future of our digital realms. Connect […]
Michael Carter
062 - Dr. Alexander Hughes - What Learners Want in a Virtual Education Wallet June 21, 2023
Really enjoyed speaking with Dr. Alexander Hughes about his recent eCampusOntario report titled “Wallets, Passports, Portfolios, Credentials: What Learners Want in a Virtual Education Wallet.” Alex shared insights on what learners think about access, use and adoption of a virtual wallet system that stores digital educational credentials. According to Jill Dunlop, Minister of Colleges and […]
Michael Carter
061 - Adri Mukund - Designer + Artist + Teacher June 20, 2023
Adri Mukund is a designer with a passion for creating impactful and meaningful designs that leave a lasting impression. With years of experience and a proven track record of success, Adri is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of creativity and delivering visually stunning designs that inspire and captivate audiences. Adri has earned recognition as a […]
Michael Carter
060 - Costantino Roselli - Founder & Chief Metaverse Officer at NTZNS May 24, 2023
My guest today brings incredible insight and a tremendous level of passion to web3. Costantino Roselli is Founder & Chief Metaverse Officer at NTZNS and an Advisory Board Member on the Metaverse Fashion Council. He is a top brand storyteller, bestselling author, futurist and keynote speaker. He holds two masters in Digital Marketing and Leadership, […]
Michael Carter
059 - John King - Director of HigherEd Projects at VictoryXR May 10, 2023
John King has a wide range of skills and experiences that he brings to the edtech space. He took his undergraduate degree at the Terry College of Business at the University of Georgia and completed a Masters degree at the Chinese University of Hong Kong where he studied globalization, commerce and media. He has worked as […]
Michael Carter
058 - Afzal Majeed - Blockchain, Crypto and Fintech Specialist | Operations Manager, Chiliz May 2, 2023
This was a truly inspiring episode! Afzal is an experienced business leader with a background in growing businesses and managing Business operations at top global organizations such as Chiliz (Socios.com), Binance, Foodpanda, and Total Energies. He holds a master's degree in Banking and Finance, and has specialized knowledge in Blockchain Operations, Cryptocurrencies, Fintech Management, Market […]
Michael Carter
057 - Sati: A Non-Fungible Diamond in the NFT Sky February 8, 2023
My guest today is Sati, a digital artist and NFT creator with a fierce dedication to her craft. She has a life long love of graffiti, canvases and all the traditional art she can get close to. Several years ago she discovered digital art and it heavily influenced her illustration style and way of thinking. Now […]
Michael Carter
056 - Liv Erickson: Making the Metaverse Open, Accessible and Approachable for All January 31, 2023
My guest today is Liv Erickson, a true metaverse visionary. Liv jumped into the metaverse in 2014 and has not looked back. Since then Liv has worked for Microsoft, AWS and Mozilla where they are currently the team lead for Hubs. In their work at Mozilla they are leading the development of open, accessible and […]
Michael Carter

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