
SIGGRAPH Spotlight
SIGGRAPH Spotlight is a podcast that explores cutting-edge projects and topics in computer graphics and interactive techniques, one episode at a time. Episodes are hosted by ACM SIGGRAPH leaders and feature experts spanning everything from animation and visual effects to engineering and virtual reality.
This show was founded as an extension of ACM SIGGRAPH's annual conference.
Latest episodes

Mar 28, 2025 • 27min
88 - Women of SIGGRAPH Conversations
SIGGRAPH Spotlight
Show Notes: Episode 88
Title: 88 – In Conversation With Women of SIGGRAPH Conversations
ABOUT THE EPISODE
In this special Women’s History Month episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, we welcome Kalina Borkiewicz, Eveline Falcão, and Dawn Fidrick from the Women of SIGGRAPH Conversations (WOSC). They share insights on the impact of women in the SIGGRAPH community, the role of mentorship, and how WOSC has shaped their careers. Tune in for an inspiring discussion on advocacy and empowerment in the industry!
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Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos.
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LINKS
*Episode*
https://www.linkedin.com/company/women-of-siggraph-conversations/ | fb.com/women.siggraph | instagram.com/women.siggraph/
*Social Media*
http://blog.siggraph.org/ | https://www.facebook.com/SIGGRAPHConferences | https://twitter.com/siggraph | https://www.youtube.com/user/ACMSIGGRAPH | https://www.instagram.com/acmsiggraph/ | https://www.linkedin.com/company/acm-siggraph/
*Conference Website*
https://s2025.siggraph.org/ | https://s2025.siggraph.org/register/

Mar 19, 2025 • 47min
87 - Convergence of Art, Technology, and Nature: Part 2
ABOUT THE EPISODE
SIGGRAPH 2025 Art Gallery Chair Francesca Franco sits down with Manfred Mohr, Christa Sommerer, and Laurent Mignonneau for an in-depth conversation about their journeys at the intersection of art, science, and technology. From algorithmic and generative art to interactive systems and AI, they discuss pivotal moments, groundbreaking exhibitions, and the evolving role of technology in artistic expression.
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Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos.
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LINKS
*Episode*
http://www.emohr.com/ | https://www.interface.ufg.ac.at/christa-laurent/
https://s2025.siggraph.org/program/art-gallery/
*Social Media*
http://blog.siggraph.org/ | https://www.facebook.com/SIGGRAPHConferences | https://twitter.com/siggraph | https://www.youtube.com/user/ACMSIGGRAPH | https://www.instagram.com/acmsiggraph/ | https://www.linkedin.com/company/acm-siggraph/
*Conference Website*
https://s2025.siggraph.org/ | https://s2025.siggraph.org/register/

Feb 26, 2025 • 58min
86 – Directors’ Cut: Behind the Scenes of the Computer Animation Festival
ABOUT THE EPISODE
In this episode SIGGRAPH Spotlight, SIGGRAPH 2025 Computer Animation Festival Director Dawn Fidrick chats with Marina Antunes, Kalina Borkiewicz, Tim Cheung, John Kalaigian. These past, present, and future Computer Animation Festival directors reveal what reviewers and juries value in submissions, tease this year’s exciting program, and provide a behind-the-scenes glimpse into computer animation at SIGGRAPH. Whether you’re a veteran or a newcomer, this episode is packed with must-hear insights for submitting to the Computer Animation Festival or attending the show!
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Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos.
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LINKS
*Episode*
https://www.linkedin.com/in/marina-antunes-dias/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/timc28/?originalSubdomain=hk | https://www.linkedin.com/in/dawnfidrick/?originalSubdomain=ca | https://www.linkedin.com/in/jkalaigian/ | https://www.oscars.org/oscars/rules-eligibility | https://asia.siggraph.org/2025/ | https://s2025.siggraph.org/program/computer-animation-festival/
*Social Media*
http://blog.siggraph.org/ | https://www.facebook.com/SIGGRAPHConferences | https://twitter.com/siggraph | https://www.youtube.com/user/ACMSIGGRAPH | https://www.instagram.com/acmsiggraph/ | https://www.linkedin.com/company/acm-siggraph/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/tmcgraw/
*Conference Website*
https://s2025.siggraph.org/

Jan 9, 2025 • 44min
85 – Convergence of Art, Technology, and Nature
Join Ernest Edmonds, a pioneer in generative art, and Matthew Attard, a Maltese artist blending traditional drawing with technology, as they explore the fascinating intersection of art, technology, and nature. They discuss how algorithms can reshape artistic expression and bring forth a new understanding of natural processes. The duo shares insights from their experiences at the Venice Biennale and highlights the significance of collaboration in creativity. Tune in for an inspiring journey into how innovation transforms the art world!

Dec 4, 2024 • 27min
84 - Award-Winning Voxelized Destruction at Real-Time Live!
ABOUT THE EPISODE
In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, SIGGRAPH 2024 Emerging Technologies Chair Angus Forbes welcomes SIGGRAPH 2024 Real-Time Live! Best-in-Show and Audience Choice Awards Winner Tim McGraw for an enriching conversation about his award-winning work and his passion for computer graphics. Tune in for a thrilling conversation that will leave you feeling inspired and excited about the future of computer graphics.
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Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos.
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LINKS
*Episode*
https://www.youtube.com/live/Gm1B5DT8kE0?si=Oi18NopqlVMmiEdo | https://web.ics.purdue.edu/~tmcgraw/ |
*Social Media*
http://blog.siggraph.org/ | https://www.facebook.com/SIGGRAPHConferences | https://twitter.com/siggraph | https://www.youtube.com/user/ACMSIGGRAPH | https://www.instagram.com/acmsiggraph/ | https://www.linkedin.com/company/acm-siggraph/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/tmcgraw/
*Conference Website*
https://s2025.siggraph.org/

Oct 23, 2024 • 31min
83 – Live From SIGGRAPH: Art, Science, and Tech Transform Industries and the Human Experience
Join Adam Bargteil, a computer science professor and SIGGRAPH 2025 Frontiers Chair, Kalina Borkiewicz, a Ph.D. candidate specializing in scientific data visualization, and Francesca Franco, an art historian focused on computer art. They delve into the fascinating crossover between art, technology, and human experience. Expect insights into the impact of computer graphics across industries, the power of storytelling through art, and innovative concepts for SIGGRAPH 2025, including immersive experiences and the significance of interdisciplinary collaboration.

Aug 30, 2024 • 27min
82 – Live From SIGGRAPH 2024: Interactive Media Outside the Screen
ABOUT THE EPISODE
This episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight was recorded live in Denver during SIGGRAPH 2024. In this conversation, SIGGRAPH 2024 Labs Chair Jonah Brucker-Cohen and four Labs contributors — Brandon Ables, Julia Daser, Yi Qing Ng (Pepi), and Jeremiah Teipen — share more about the hands-on classes and demos they showcased in the Labs and how we use hardware to shift our perception of how interactive media functions and lives outside the screen.
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Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos.
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LINKS
*Social Media*
http://blog.siggraph.org/ | https://www.facebook.com/SIGGRAPHConferences | https://twitter.com/siggraph | https://www.youtube.com/user/ACMSIGGRAPH | https://www.instagram.com/acmsiggraph/ | https://www.linkedin.com/company/acm-siggraph/
*Conference Website*
https://s2024.siggraph.org/ | https://s2025.siggraph.org/

Jul 26, 2024 • 47min
81 – VR Visionaries Breaking Boundaries
ABOUT THE EPISODE
In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, SIGGRAPH 2024 VR Theater Director Yangos Hadjiyannis leads an engaging discussion with contributors Mariana Cadenas, Ilan Cohen, Marion Burger, Omid Zarei, and Anne Jeppesen. They delve into this year's innovative VR Theater content, offering visionary insights on the future of XR technology. Additionally, they explore how VR at SIGGRAPH 2024 stands apart, highlighting unique elements that make this year's experience truly exceptional.
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Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos.
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LINKS
*Episode*
https://www.linkedin.com/in/marianacadenas/?originalSubdomain=be
Omid Zarei (@OmidZarei) / X
https://twitter.com/annejepjep
*Social Media*
http://blog.siggraph.org/ | https://www.facebook.com/SIGGRAPHConferences | https://twitter.com/siggraph | https://www.youtube.com/user/ACMSIGGRAPH | https://www.instagram.com/acmsiggraph/ | https://www.linkedin.com/company/acm-siggraph/
*Conference Website*
https://s2024.siggraph.org/

Jul 12, 2024 • 42min
80 – Storytelling Through the Power of Animation
ABOUT THE EPISODE
In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, SIGGRAPH 2025 Electronic Theater Director Dawn Fidrick welcomes four SIGGRAPH 2024 Electronic Theater contributors, Toby Cochran, Adrian Ochoa, Mo Mahler, and Bill Shannon, for an enriching discussion about the world of animation and their wonderful works of art that will be showcased this year in Denver.
Push the boundaries of what is possible at SIGGRAPH 2024! Registration is now open for the 51st annual conference, 28 July–1 August, taking place in Denver and online. Get a front-row seat to the computer graphics excellence that bridges gaps across industries and the globe. Register today!
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Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos.
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LINKS
*Episode*
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dawnfidrick/ | https://www.dawnfidrick.com/ | http://www.biggrinproductions.com/ | https://globalneuroycare.org/luki-the-lights/ | https://www.als.org/ | http://momahler.com/ | https://www.instagram.com/biggrinproductions/ | https://www.instagram.com/luki_and_the_lights/ | https://www.instagram.com/als/ | https://www.instagram.com/global_neuro_ycare/ | https://www.instagram.com/mkrmvz/ | https://vimeo.com/billshannon |
*Social Media*
http://blog.siggraph.org/ | https://www.facebook.com/SIGGRAPHConferences | https://twitter.com/siggraph | https://www.youtube.com/user/ACMSIGGRAPH | https://www.instagram.com/acmsiggraph/ | https://www.linkedin.com/company/acm-siggraph/
*Conference Website*
https://s2024.siggraph.org/

Jun 21, 2024 • 39min
79 – Inclusivity and Education in Immersive Spaces
ABOUT THE EPISODE
In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, SIGGRAPH 2024 Immersive Pavilion Chair Derek Ham and VR pioneer and educator Dr. Muhsinah L. Morris dive into a discussion on immersive technologies, Dr. Morris’s work at Historically Black College and University college Morehouse, storytelling, and the metaverse, while shedding light on the evolving landscape of immersive experiences in education.
Special thank you to SIGGRAPH 2024 Media Partner, befores&afters.
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Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos.
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LINKS
*Episode*
https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmuhsinahmorris/ | https://drmom.onuniverse.com/ | https://www.unitethemetaverse.com/ |
https://www.victoryxr.com/morehouse-college-does-it-again/ |
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8GbUuiwjUbk
*Media Partner*
https://beforesandafters.com/
*Social Media*
http://blog.siggraph.org/ | https://www.facebook.com/SIGGRAPHConferences | https://twitter.com/siggraph | https://www.youtube.com/user/ACMSIGGRAPH | https://www.instagram.com/acmsiggraph/ | https://www.linkedin.com/company/acm-siggraph/
*Conference Website*
https://s2024.siggraph.org/
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