The ethics & economics of the metaverse with Theo Priestley | Building New Realities Podcast

In today’s episode, Tim chats to Theo Priestley. Together they discuss topics ranging from NFTs and virtual influencers, to visions for the future of the metaverse.

Topics discussed in this episode:

• Introduction 0:00 – 3:35

• The new popularity of the metaverse 3:44 – 10:23

• Theo’s earlier projects 10:33 – 15:00

• What is Theo excited by? 15:01 – 16:02

• Personal aspirations 16:03 – 20:12

• NFTs 20:13 – 26:00

• Motivations for the metaverse 26:00 – 30:00

• Virtual influencers 30:01 – 34:25

• VR as a tool for wellness 34:31 – 37:29

• Creator economies 36:30 – 39:27

• Favourite theories 39:28 – 40:44

• Book recommendations 40:45 – 42:14

• Favourite artists 42:15 – 43:25

• Abstract craziness 43:26 – 44:08

• Social programs 44:09 – 45:41