Virtual Reality
Discover key takeaways from 5 podcast episodes about this topic.
PBS News Hour full episode, May 26, 2026
This episode covers escalating international conflicts, the U.S. President's health, the use of AI in nursing education, and a critical Ebola outbreak, offering a broad spectrum of global and domestic news.
There Is No AI Really (It’s Just People), with Jaron Lanier
Jaron Lanier, a pioneer in VR and a prominent tech critic, argues that AI is not a creature but a collaboration of human data, and that the internet's problems stem from a singular business model of 'influence generation' and a flawed understanding of information as 'free and infinite'.
The Basement: Rizwan Virk | Reality Is a Video Game. Here's the Evidence
MIT computer scientist and video game pioneer Rizwan Virk presents a compelling case for the Simulation Hypothesis, arguing that quantum physics, ancient mysticism, and video game architecture all point to reality being a sophisticated, information-based simulation.
Joe Rogan Experience #2499 - Marcus King
Joe Rogan and musician Marcus King discuss personal struggles with addiction and mental health, the cyclical nature of music trends, the societal impact of drug laws and social media, and the bizarre realities of life and art.
Fahim Anwar | This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von #656
Comedian Fahim Anwar discusses the evolution of the stand-up industry, the unexpected realities of fame, and shares humorous anecdotes from touring and life, including the bizarre phenomenon of 'gooning'.
