Martyn Makinson

The Immersive Futures Podcast

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Immersive Futures – Exploring the Future of Immersive Tech Immersive technology is reshaping entire industries and redefining how we experience the world. From AR, VR, Spatial Computing, Virtual Production, and Experiential Design, these innovations are unlocking new possibilities—transforming the way we work, create, and connect. Powered by FourPointZero, Immersive Futures explores the breakthroughs, ideas, and shifts shaping the next era of innovation. In each episode, we talk to the industry leaders, pioneers and innovators driving this change—discussing the trends, challenges, and skills t...

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Martyn Makinson

Episodes

Designing the Future of Luxury Automotive with David Blakemore 04.06.2025 42:37

How is immersive technology reshaping the future of luxury automotive design? In this episode of Immersive Futures, we sit down with David Blakemore, Head of Concepts at Bentley Motors, to explore how immersive tools, AI, and virtual workflows are transforming vehicle development—from early-stage concepts to future-facing experiences. Drawing on over 15 years at the forefront of innovation in one...

Where are AI, immersive tech, and digital culture heading next? 30.05.2025 1:07:21

In our latest episode of Immersive Futures, we speak with Leslie Shannon—futurist, author, and Head of Trend and Innovation Scouting at Nokia. Leslie brings sharp insight into how emerging technologies are shaping the way we work, live, and connect. As the author of Interconnected Realities and Virtual Natives, she shares a grounded view of where spatial computing, 5G, and immersive experiences ar...

Reimagining Retail with Simon Swain: Creativity & The Future of Immersive Experiences 20.03.2025 48:50

How is immersive technology revolutionising retail? How are AR, VR, and interactive installations reshaping in-store experiences and customer journeys? In our latest episode of Immersive Futures, we speak with Simon Swain from LG&P, a leader in retail innovation who has worked with major global brands to create engaging, tech-driven in-store experiences. With extensive expertise in blending cr...

Immersive Futures - John Dabill Former Senior Product Leader at HTC 21.02.2025 1:05:46

Where is immersive technology heading next? How are XR, AI, and evolving platforms reshaping industries? In our latest episode of Immersive Futures, we spoke with John Dabill, a former senior leader in HTC, VIVERSE, and other global immersive initiatives. With experience spanning immersive tech, IoT, and telecoms, John has led high-performing teams, driven innovation, and expanded immersive platfo...

The XRVerse with Ashraf Hamed - Head of Innovation at SAP 24.04.2023 39:26

In our latest XRVerse Podcast, our CEO, Martyn Makinson spoke with Ashraf Hamed, VP of Innovation at SAP. Founded over 51 years ago, SAP is a German multinational software corporation that provides enterprise software to manage business operations and customer relations. They operate in over 180 countries worldwide and the company comprises of over 100k people. Ashraf is an experienced leader in B...

The XRVerse with Miquel Vidal - Head of XRS at CBRE 02.02.2023 46:21

In our latest XRVerse Podcast, our CEO, Martyn Makinson spoke with Miquel Vidal, Head of XRS (Extended Reality Solutions) at CBRE. CBRE is one of the world's largest real estate organisations, employing over 100,000 professionals in over 100 countries. Miquel is a senior leader for CBRE's XR-related activity - including the first CBRE XRaaS, Extended Reality As A Service, which has successfully be...

The XRVerse with Richard Ward - Venture Altruist & former XR/Metaverse Senior Manager at McKinsey. 15.01.2023 53:28

Martyn Makinson, CEO of FourPointZero, speaks with Richard Ward in our inaugural podcast. Richard is a highly experienced, entrepreneurial industry veteran in XR (AR/VR), Web3 and the Metaverse. Formerly working at the Management Consulting firm McKinsey & Company & Co, Richard shares valuable industry insights from his many years of experience delivering AR/VR/MR projects and his vision f...

The XRVerse with Ed Greig - Chief Distruptor at Delotte Digital 12.01.2023 1:21:05

In our latest XRVerse episode, Martyn speaks with Ed Greig, Chief Disruptor at Deloitte Digital. Deloitte Digital is a global digital agency focusing on integrated digital offerings to elevate the customer experience. Deloitte Digital is an “experience consultancy” that helps clients build customer-oriented organisations. Ed works with Senior Leaders across a broad range of global organisations to...