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Creating Virtual Reality: Nonny de la Peña

Season 2017 Episode 6 | 28m 48s

Marcia Franklin talks with Nonny de la Peña, often called the “godmother of virtual reality.” A former journalist for Newsweek and the New York Times, de la Peña discusses why she left her job to work in VR, the themes she explores, the ethical issues involved, and the future of “immersive journalism.”

Aired: 04/14/17

Rating: TV-G

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