Super Data Science: ML & AI Podcast with Jon Krohn 889: AI-Powered Virtual Reality: The Future of Education and Entertainment, with Mary Spio
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May 20, 2025 
Mary Spio, CEO and CTO of CEEK, discusses her groundbreaking work in AI-powered virtual reality experiences. She shares insights on how CEEK fosters a digital creator community and its applications in various industries, from education to entertainment. Mary reveals her innovative VR headset design aimed at reducing user discomfort and emphasizes the potential for immersive experiences to enhance learning and training. Plus, she offers valuable career success tips, drawing from her incredible journey from Ghana to tech leadership.
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AI Empowering Music Creation
- Mary uses AI to create and enhance music by generating beats and auto-tuning her vocals.
- AI has boosted her confidence to release music with her own voice.
Childhood Inspiration for Seek
- Mary Spio was inspired by a moon landing documentary during a military coup in Ghana to create immersive experiences.
- She realized VR could let people feel extraordinary experiences like walking on the moon or attending concerts virtually.
VR's Impact on Education
- VR creates neural pathways simulating real experience, making training highly effective.
- This accelerates skill acquisition in professions like electric aircraft piloting and nursing.