Jaron Lanier
Mentioned in 5 analyzed podcast episodes across 5 shows
Pioneer in virtual reality technology who co-founded VPL Research and coined the term "virtual reality," developing influential hardware like the data glove and early VR systems. His work on immersive interfaces extended to consulting on film and technology design, including the Minority Report interface. He is referenced in contemporary discussions around digital wellbeing and "data dignity," positioning him as a thinker on how technology intersects with human agency and ethics.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
"The Cognitive Revolution" | AI Builders, Researchers, and Live Player Analysis · Jan 18, 2026
Pioneering PAI: How Daniel Miessler's Personal AI Infrastructure Activates Human Agency & Creativity
Version History · Dec 28, 2025
Nintendo Power Glove: I love it. It's so bad.
“Co-founder of VPL Research; coined term 'virtual reality'; designed data glove and Reality Built for Two; later consulted on Minority Report interface”
The AI XR Podcast · Dec 23, 2025
Digital Wellbeing Is The Path To Reclaim Agency In An AI Post-Capitalist World - Caitlin Krause
“Referenced for concept of 'data dignity' in digital wellbeing discussions”
The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett · Nov 27, 2025
AI Expert: We Have 2 Years Before Everything Changes! We Need To Start Protesting! - Tristan Harris
“Featured in Social Dilemma documentary; quoted on critics being true optimists”
Making Sense with Sam Harris · Oct 2, 2025
#435 — The Last Invention
“Featured expert in 'The Last Invention' series on AI and society”