Patrick O'Shea
The Versatilist
A podcast supported by the Immersive Learning Research Network (iLRN) that is dedicated to sharing and exploring the nature of immersive learning.
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Patrick O'Shea
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Jul 8, 2026
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Episodes
Episode 364: Versatilist with Diane Burke and Chris Nichol 02.11.2025 31:27
In this episode, I speak with Diane Burke and Chris Nichol about their work "The Use of Extended Reality (XR) in Higher Education: A Systematic Review"
Episode 363: Versatilist with Andrew Roberts 26.10.2025 33:52
In this episode, I speak with Andrew Roberts, the President of the Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy. For more information about some of the topics we discussed, follow the links below: Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy Website Instagram Facebook LinkedIn ALL IN Website FTI/ALL IN Adult Learner Research Multiple Literacies White Paper
Episode 362: Versatilist with Francesca Amenduni 19.10.2025 30:47
In this episode, I speak with Francesca Amenduni about her work, which I was introduced to at ILRN 2025 in Chicago.
Episode 361: Versatilist with Georgios Gkoutis 12.10.2025 29:07
In this episode, I speak with Georgios Gkoutis about his work “A European Examination of Digital Education Strategies: Broader Insights into Policy Adoption and Economic Impact.”
Episode 360: Versatilist with Samson Ajao 05.10.2025 28:11
In this episode, I speak with Samson Ajao about his work "Integration of Virtual Reality to Preserve Nigeria's Cultural Heritage Using Technology Acceptance Model and Constructivism Learning Theory." Samson can be found on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/samson-ajao-994738130/
Episode 359: Versatilist with Anna Junga 28.09.2025 27:36
In this episode, I speak with Anna Junga about her work "Rethinking interaction design-special implications for interaction concepts in medical education using virtual reality"
Episode 358: Versatilist with Gonzalo Lorenzo Lledo 21.09.2025 31:21
In this episode I speak with Gonzalo Lorenzo Lledo about his work "Improving play skills in autistic students through the use of virtual reality." For more information about his work, check out the following links: Two articles are based on his doctoral thesis: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0360131516300811 https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0360131512...
Episode 357: Versatilist with Christopher Katins 14.09.2025 28:55
In this episode, I speak with Christopher Katins about his work "Public Perceptions on Psychological and Social Impacts of Virtual and Augmented Reality"
Episode 356: Versatilist with Andrew Johnston 07.09.2025 30:42
In this episode I speak with Andrew Johnston about his work at the Adler Planetarium in Chicago
Episode 355: Versatilist with Effy Aslanidou & Steve Krause 31.08.2025 33:03
In this episode I speak with Effy Aslanidou & Steve Krause about their work "The use of the Innovative 'Learning Glass' in Hybrid Education"
Episode 354: Versatilist with Pamela Shea 24.08.2025 30:24
In this episode, I speak with Pamela Shea about her work "A Rapid Review of Training Future Behavior Analysts Through Computer-Generated Simulations: Challenges and Opportunities in Using Artificial Intelligence and Virtual Reality"
Episode 353: Versatilist with Kannikar Intawong 17.08.2025 24:51
In this episode I speak with Kannikar Intawong about "Virtual reality as a tool to alleviate library anxiety and promote service knowledge acquisition among visually impaired students"
Episode 78: Versatilist AREA #78 - Questionable AR Usage Data 14.08.2025 33:56
In this episode, Tim and I talk about some questionable research data into how effective AR is with commercial packaging.
Episode 352: Versatilist with Dayana Abd Halim 10.08.2025 30:07
In this episode I speak with Dayana Abd Halim about her work "Engaging Young Minds: A Systematic Literature Review on the Role of Blended Learning Models in Primary Education"
Episode 351: Versatilist with Ashley Etemadi 03.08.2025 32:02
In this episode, I speak with Ashley Etemadi about her work with Motiva Education (https://motivaeducation.com/).
Episode 350: 10-Year Anniversary Episode 27.07.2025 35:36
In this episode, I do something different because it's the 350th episode and the 10-year anniversary of the podcast. If you've ever wondered about how this podcast got created and how it gets made, this should give you the answers.
Episode 349: Versatilist with Zhao Ni 20.07.2025 29:53
In this episode I speak with Zhao Ni about his work "Likelihood of Leveraging Augmented Reality Technology to Promote HIV Prevention and Treatment Among Adolescent Girls and Young Women in Cameroon: Cross-Sectional Survey"
Episode 348: Versatilist with Kimberly Hieftje 13.07.2025 31:59
In this episode I speak with Kimberly Hieftje about her work at the Yale Center for Immersive Technologies in Pediatrics (sorry about the background noise...we were trying to find a quiet place at ILRN)
Episode 347: Versatilist with Bernard Francois 06.07.2025 30:15
In this episode, I speak with Bernard Francois, the Founder of PreviewLabs, about his process and work. You can find more information about Bernard on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/bernardfrancois/
Episode 346: Versatilist with Phani Bhargavi Pogula 29.06.2025 29:23
In this episode, I speak with Phani Bhargavi Pogula about her work "Reimagining State Central Libraries: The Role of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Services."
Episode 345: Versatilist with Carl Boel 22.06.2025 31:03
In this episode, I speak with Carl Boel about his work "A sequencing effect of adding generative learning strategies to immersive virtual reality on middle school students’ performance, intrinsic motivation, and self-efficacy."
Episode 344: Versatilist with Mousa Al-Kfairy 15.06.2025 31:25
In this episode, I speak with Mousa Al-Kfairy about his work "Digital Transformation of Education: An Integrated Framework for Metaverse, Blockchain, and AI-Driven Learning."
Episode 343: Versatilist with Nancy Baker 08.06.2025 32:25
In this episode, I speak with Nancy Baker about her work “The usability of a virtual reality augmented training program to teach goniometry to occupational therapy students."
Episode 77: Versatilist AREA #77 - This Company Puts the AR in Archery 05.06.2025 30:32
In this episode, Tim and I talk about new Samsung tech, 3D Instagram, Snapchat opening the doors to everyone, and AR archery targets.
Episode 342: Versatilist with Julia Khukalenko & Daria Khanolainen 01.06.2025 30:36
In this episode, I speak with Julia Khukalenko & Daria Khanolainen about their work "The use of virtual reality training to enhance empathy: software review." Julia's Information: Researcher at the University of Sydney LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-khukalenko/ Daria's Information: Postdoctoral Researcher at the EDUCA Flagship, University of Jyväskylä, Finland LinkedIn: https://ww...
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