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The Half Has Not Been Told: Work, Pop Culture & Stuff That Matters
For anyone looking for just a little less AI, and a focus on what makes us human.
The Half Has Not Been Told, is a podcast about the human side of work and life. The stuff that matters but doesn’t make it onto LinkedIn.
I'll share honest and free flowing conversations about everything from technology to parenting to navigating career and other things that matter to us. Told from the perspective of someone who beleives humanity is worth fighting for.
Hosted by Kenny Temowo — musician, writer, ex-Netflix, dad of three, and VP at an AI infrastructure company. Joined regularly by co-hosts, including his children, as well as Maktuno Suit — psychotherapist, consultant, and entrepreneur.
Expect honesty. Expect laughter. Maybe some tears. But hopefully you’ll leave a little different from how you came in.
Formerly Inside the Art of Making.
Topics include: leadership, creativity, corporate life, vulnerability, fatherhood, marriage, relationships, faith, some AI, technology, music, culture, meaning, purpose, personal growth, honest conversations, all from the perspective of what it means to be human.
The Half Has Not Been Told: Work, Pop Culture & Stuff That Matters
Immersive Experiences: The Future of Live Entertainment with Secret Cinema's Dean Rogers
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In this conversation, Dean Rodgers from Secret Cinema discusses the art of creating immersive experiences that bring movies to life. He shares insights on the evolution of live entertainment post-COVID, the importance of connection in experiences, and the journey of a creative director. Dean emphasizes the role of audience interaction, safety considerations, and the impact of AI on the creative industry. He also highlights the significance of collective awe in experiences and offers recommendations for immersive experiences.
takeaways
- Immersive experiences put audiences at the center of storytelling.
- The live entertainment sector has rebounded strongly post-COVID.
- Connection and community are vital in live experiences.
- Creativity thrives in collaborative environments.
- The entrance into an immersive world is crucial for audience engagement.
- Feedback is essential for refining experiences over time.
- Safety must be a priority in immersive experiences.
- AI is a powerful tool but poses challenges for creative industries.
- The future of entertainment lies in live experiences.
- Collective awe enhances the value of immersive experiences.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
00:50 The Impact of COVID-19 on Live Entertainment
03:24 Creating Memorable Experiences
06:08 The Journey of Dean Rodgers
08:52 The Heist Experience and Audience Interaction
11:19 Designing Immersive Experiences
13:09 The Creative Process Behind Immersive Shows
14:52 The Power of Idea Generation
17:45 The Role of Feedback in Creative Processes
20:16 Lessons from Experience Design
23:03 Safety in Immersive Experiences
26:00 The Evolution of Immersive Experiences
29:54 Design Principles for Immersive Experiences
32:08 The Experience Economy: Insights and Trends
34:48 The Power of Collective Awe in Live Experiences
37:31 The Future of Live Experiences vs. Digital Media
41:53 AI and Virtual Reality: Opportunities and Challenges
43:50 Secret Cinema: Innovations and Upcoming Projects
46:24 Building Successful Partnerships in Experience Design
