ABOUT THE EPISODE
ACM SIGGRAPH Education Committee Member Johannes DeYoung (Carnegie Mellon University) sits down with April Baek (product marketing manager, Certiport) and Ellen Su (head of artistic recruiting, Titmouse) to discuss how you can further your advantage and get noticed in today’s ever-changing, competitive job market, including a deep dive on certifications and which ones get noticed first.

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MUSIC 
Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos. 

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LINKS 
*Episode* 
https://certiport.pearsonvue.com/  
http://www.ellensu.tv/ 
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellensu/ 
https://wiza.co/d/certiport/670f/april-baek 

*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://s2022.siggraph.org/

SIGGRAPH Spotlight

54 – Expert Tips for Your Next Career Move

ABOUT THE EPISODE
Looking for a deep dive on display tech? SIGGRAPH 2022 Immersive Pavilion Chair Derek Ham (North Carolina State University) sits down with Light Field Lab CEO Jon Karafin to discuss the technology his company is developing, SolidLight, and how it fits into the greater display tech landscape, as well as how it differs from traditional notions of holography. 

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MUSIC 
Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos. 

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LINKS 
*Episode* 
https://www.lightfieldlab.com/ | https://www.rollingstone.com/culture-council/articles/holograms-future-entertainment-advertising-1268769/

*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://s2022.siggraph.org/

55 – Holography and Light Field Lab

ABOUT THE EPISODE
In the spirit of SIGGRAPH 2023, this episode reflects on the past and how it’s led us to the bold and imaginative future ahead through the lens of NASA. SIGGRAPH 2023 Electronic Theater Director Kalina Borkiewicz catches up with Jim Blinn and Dan Goods, who share insights and stories from their experiences with NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL). They also discuss what pop culture gets right about space travel and exploration and what’s on the horizon for space discovery in the future.

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MUSIC 
Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos. 

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LINKS 
*Episode* 
https://www.jimblinn.com/magrathea | https://www.jpl.nasa.gov/thestudio 

*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://s2023.siggraph.org/

64 – What’s on the Horizon for Space Discovery and Exploration?

In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, SIGGRAPH 2023 Real-Time Live! Chair Cem Yuksel invites six experts in the ray tracing field to discuss these intriguing questions surrounding the fascinating art of ray tracing in video games. Ray tracing has been around for decades, but recent advancements in hardware and software have made it more accessible than ever before. From video games to movies and virtual reality, ray tracing has the potential to transform the way we interact with digital content. So, whether you're a tech enthusiast or just curious about the latest trends, join us as we dive into the world of ray tracing and discover what it means for the future of entertainment and beyond.

65 - Ray Tracing in Video Games

ABOUT THE EPISODE
In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, join SIGGRAPH 2024 Electronic Theater chair John Kalaigian as he sits down with the visionary director of the short film "Overwatch: Kiriko," Jeramiah Johnson. This awe-inspiring animated film has taken the industry by storm, winning a prestigious SIGGRAPH Electronic Theater Award and capturing the hearts of audiences worldwide. Discover the creative process, technological innovations, and artistic brilliance that brought this masterpiece to life, as Jeramiah Johnson shares his insights and experiences in crafting this groundbreaking work of art. Tune in to explore the secrets behind "Overwatch: Kiriko" and gain an exclusive glimpse into the future of animated storytelling.

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MUSIC
Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos.

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LINKS
*Episode*
graphics.stanford.edu/~levoy/ | www.dylansisson.com/ | youtu.be/suldiYQWSR0 | www.jimblinn.com/
*Social Media*
blog.siggraph.org/ | www.facebook.com/SIGGRAPHConferences | twitter.com/siggraph | www.youtube.com/user/ACMSIGGRAPH | www.instagram.com/acmsiggraph/ | www.linkedin.com/company/acm-siggraph/

*Conference Website*
s2023.siggraph.org/

SIGGRAPH Spotlight 

68 - Electronic Theater Award Winner: 'Overwatch: Kiriko'

In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, we dive into the fascinating relationship between art and artificial intelligence (AI). Yoon Chung Han, the SIGGRAPH 2023 Art Gallery chair, moderates a stimulating discussion with guests Simon Hudson, Jiabao Li, and Weidi Zhang. They explore the world of AI-driven artistry and its impact on the creative landscape, sharing their personal journeys of merging art and AI. The guests recount awe-inspiring moments when AI models surpassed traditional art forms, resulting in their extraordinary creations. Emphasizing the significance of maintaining a balance between human input and AI automation, they advocate for AI as a collaborator, not a replacement for human creativity. The episode provides insights into the evolving relationship between art and AI, along with valuable advice from these renowned artists for aspiring innovators.
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MUSIC
Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos.
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LINKS
*Episode*
graphics.stanford.edu/~levoy/ | www.dylansisson.com/ | youtu.be/suldiYQWSR0 | www.jimblinn.com/
*Social Media*
blog.siggraph.org/ | www.facebook.com/SIGGRAPHConferences | twitter.com/siggraph | www.youtube.com/user/ACMSIGGRAPH | www.instagram.com/acmsiggraph/ | www.linkedin.com/company/acm-siggraph/
*Conference Website*
s2023.siggraph.org/

69 - Art and Artificial Intelligence

ABOUT THE EPISODE
Tune into the latest episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, recorded live from SIGGRAPH 2023 in Los Angeles. Listen in as SIGGRAPH 2024 Conference Chair Andrés Burbano sits down with SIGGRAPH 2024 Global Diplomat Nicolas Henchoz and leaders from the SIGGRAPH 2023 Exhibition’s French Pavilion. The panelists discuss the value of cross-country relationships within and on the periphery of computer graphics and interactive techniques and share how an integrated global community can positively impact the future of our fields. 

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MUSIC 
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://s2023.siggraph.org/

70 – Fostering Global Connections

ABOUT THE EPISODE
Tune into the latest episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, recorded live from SIGGRAPH 2023 in Los Angeles. SIGGRAPH 2024 Conference Chair Andrés Burbano gathers with four members of the SIGGRAPH 2024 Committee — Nicolas Henchoz (Global Diplomat), Emily Hsu (Real-Time Live! Chair), Şölen Kiratli (Art Gallery Co-Chair), and Mohumagadi Moruti (Art Gallery Co-Chair) — for a conversation about their visions for the desirable and ideal future of computer graphics and interactive techniques. Listen in for a discussion about how media arts, design, animation, and real-time technology can impact the next era of computer graphics and how SIGGRAPH plays a key role in this evolution.

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MUSIC 
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/

71 – Visions of the Future of Computer Graphics

ABOUT THE EPISODE
In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, SIGGRAPH 2024 Conference Chair Andrés Burbano sits down with Chief Technology Officer at Activision and frequent contributor to SIGGRAPH Natalya Tatarchuk for an in-depth discussion about Natalya's introduction into rendering, her important roles within the gaming industry, and what the future for real-time rendering techniques. Tune in for an exciting conversation that will leave you feeling inspired to be a part of the next era of computer graphics.

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!

MUSIC 
Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos. 

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LINKS 
*Episode*
http://advances.realtimerendering.com/  | http://openproblems.realtimerendering.com/ 
http://enginearchitecture.realtimerendering.com/ | https://twitter.com/mirror2mask 

*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/

76 – Creating a Lasting Impact With Real-Time Rendering

ABOUT THE EPISODE
In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, SIGGRAPH 2024 Courses Chair Ruth West engages in an insightful conversation with audio and graphics experts Aaron McLeran, Felipe Romero, and Max Hayes. Together, they delve into the fascinating realm of synesthetic connections between real-time audio and graphics within games, contemplating the future landscape of spatial and multimodal immersive experiences.

MUSIC 
Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos. 

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LINKS 
*Episode*
https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronmcleran/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/romeroadames/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/maxhayes/

*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/

77 - Synesthetic Connections, Real-Time, and Immersive Experiences

ABOUT THE EPISODE
In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, SIGGRAPH 2024 Special Projects Chair Everardo Reyes engages in an insightful conversation with computer graphics pioneers David Em, and Aaron Marcus. Together, they dive into technological advancements, the nuances of art and diverse projects, share recommended resources, and collectively envision the future as we embark on the next 50 years of pushing the boundaries of computer graphics excellence.

MUSIC 
Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos. 

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LINKS 
*Episode*
https://www.davidem.com/ | https://x.com/amandaberkeley?lang=en

*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/

78 – Projecting the Future of Computer Graphics

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.

MUSIC 
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/   


84 - Award-Winning Voxelized Destruction at Real-Time Live!

ABOUT THE EPISODE

In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, SIGGRAPH 2025 Art Gallery Chair Francesca Franco welcomes friends and colleagues Ernest Edmonds and Matthew Attard to the podcast. These distinguished artists discuss their pivotal works and how generative art can bridge the gap between the natural world and digital technology.

MUSIC 
Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos. 

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LINKS 
*Episode*
https://ernestedmonds.com/ | https://matthewattard.com/ | 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/

85 – Convergence of Art, Technology, and Nature

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!

MUSIC 
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/

86 – Directors’ Cut: Behind the Scenes of the Computer Animation Festival

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. 

MUSIC 
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/  

87 - Convergence of Art, Technology, and Nature: Part 2

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!

MUSIC 
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/  



88 - Women of SIGGRAPH Conversations

ABOUT THE EPISODE

In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, SIGGRAPH 2026 Computer Animation Festival Director Marina Antunes sits down with the creators of “Forevergreen”, “Wednesdays with Gramps”, and “End of Summer”. Discover the inspiration, collaboration, and creative process behind these powerful SIGGRAPH 2025 Computer Animation Festival Electronic Theater films.

MUSIC 
Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos. 

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LINKS 
*Episode*
https://s2025.siggraph.org/program/computer-animation-festival/ | https://s2025.conference-schedule.org/ | https://s2025.conference-schedule.org/presentation/?id=caf_472&sess=sess314 | https://s2025.conference-schedule.org/presentation/?id=caf_459&sess=sess314 | https://s2025.conference-schedule.org/presentation/?id=caf_417&sess=sess314 

*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/ |  https://s2025.conference-schedule.org/

89 – Crafting SIGGRAPH 2025’s Animated Stories

ABOUT THE EPISODE

In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, SIGGRAPH 2025 Technical Papers Test-of-Time Awards Chair Sylvain Paris catches up with two of this year’s Test-of-Time award winners: Kavita Bala (“Learning Visual Similarity for Product Design With Convolutional Neural Networks”, 2015) and Hui Huang (“L1-Medial Skeleton of Point Cloud”, 2013). The guests share why they think their research has withstood the test of time, advancements in 3D graphics, and advice for other researchers who aspire to make lasting contributions to the body of computer graphics knowledge. 

MUSIC 
Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos. 

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LINKS 
*Episode*
https://blog.siggraph.org/2025/06/siggraph-2025-technical-papers-awards-best-papers-honorable-mentions-and-test-of-time.html/ | https://dl.acm.org/doi/10.1145/2766959 | https://dl.acm.org/doi/10.1145/2461912.2461913 

*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/ |  https://s2025.conference-schedule.org/


90 – Kavita Bala and Hui Huang on Influential Computer Graphics Research

ABOUT THE EPISODE

In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, ACM SIGGRAPH History Archive Co-Director Bonnie L. Mitchell is joined by two legends in computer graphics: Ed Catmull, co-founder of Pixar, and Frederic Parke, whose early innovations set the stage for decades of digital advancement. The conversation journeys through the early days of SIGGRAPH, the rapid evolution of digital imagery, and the lasting impact of a community that continues to drive computer graphics and animation forward.

MUSIC 
Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos. 

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LINKS 
*Episode *
https://s2025.siggraph.org/program/computer-animation-festival/ | https://s2025.conference-schedule.org/ | https://s2025.conference-schedule.org/presentation/?id=misc_159&sess=sess321 | https://s2025.conference-schedule.org/presentation/?id=cafcur_101&sess=sess322 | https://history.siggraph.org/person/edwin-ed-catmull/ | https://history.siggraph.org/person/frederic-i-parke/ 

*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/ |  https://s2025.conference-schedule.org/

91 – Ed Catmull and Frederic Parke: Pioneering Animations and the SIGGRAPH Legacy

ABOUT THE EPISODE

In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, recorded live in Vancouver, SIGGRAPH 2025 Education Chair Nandhini Giri continues the conversation from the SIGGRAPH 2025 Educator’s Forum Panel: Education Disrupted. Joined by Greg Berridge, Glenn Goldman, and Derek Ham, the group explores emerging trends in education, innovative teaching strategies, and ways academia and industry can collaborate to prepare the next generation of creative professionals. Tune in for insights on lifelong learning and highlights from this year’s energizing Educator’s Day.

MUSIC 
Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos. 

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LINKS 
*Episode *
Educator's Forum | SIGGRAPH 2025 | https://s2025.conference-schedule.org/presentation/?id=gensub_205&sess=sess217 | https://www.siggraph.org/inside-siggraph/member-profiles/profile/?member=nandhini-giri | https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-berridge-260a77/?originalSubdomain=ca | https://www.siggraph.org/inside-siggraph/member-profiles/profile/?member=glenn-goldman | https://www.linkedin.com/in/glenn-goldman-5365b118/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/derek-ham-ph-d-8922a342/ 

*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://s2026.siggraph.org/

92 – Live From SIGGRAPH 2025: Education Disrupted

SIGGRAPH Spotlight
Show Notes: Episode 94

Title: 94 – Live From SIGGRAPH 2025: A Career of Outstanding Service From Mk Haley

ABOUT THE EPISODE
In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, recorded live in Vancouver, ACM SIGGRAPH Membership and Communications Chair Barb Helfer sits down with Mk Haley, recipient of the 2025 ACM SIGGRAPH Outstanding Service Award. From her beginnings as a Student Volunteer to leadership roles as program chair, conference chair, and now incoming chair of Real-Time Live! at SIGGRAPH 2026, Mk reflects on a career dedicated to innovation, education, and community. Hear her story, her passion for service, and her vision for the future of SIGGRAPH.

MUSIC 
Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos. 

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LINKS 
*Episode*

*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://s2026.siggraph.org/



93 – Live From SIGGRAPH 2025: A Career of Outstanding Service From Mk Haley

ABOUT THE EPISODE

In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, recorded live at SIGGRAPH 2025 in Vancouver, we explore the Student Volunteer program and its impact on the conference experience. Steve Granados Lopez, host and production assistant at Voyage Productions, sits down with Antonio (Tony) Bonet, Student Volunteer Communications Lead, to share stories, tips, and reflections about how volunteering shapes careers, builds connections, and makes SIGGRAPH unforgettable.

MUSIC 
Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos. 

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LINKS 
*Episode *
https://s2025.siggraph.org/conference-volunteers/ | https://s2026.siggraph.org/conference-volunteers/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-granados-lopez-ab3360192/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/abonetp/?locale=es_ES 

*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://s2026.siggraph.org/

94 – Live From SIGGRAPH 2025: Inside the Student Volunteer Experience

ABOUT THE EPISODE
In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, we pass the microphone to SIGGRAPH 2026 program chairs Mirela Ben-Chen (Technical Papers) and Adam Bargteil (Technical Workshops) to discuss all-things technical. Mirela and Adam explore emerging technical topics in computer graphics and interactive techniques and how work showcased at SIGGRAPH can have a large-scale impact in industry, academia, society, and beyond. Plus, they share some insight into the SIGGRAPH 2026 submissions process, which opens soon. 

MUSIC 
Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos. 

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LINKS 
*Episode*
https://research.siggraph.org/blog/guides/writing-your-first-acm-siggraph-tog-paper/ | https://s2026.siggraph.org/program/technical-papers/ | https://s2026.siggraph.org/program/technical-workshops/ | https://s2026.siggraph.org/submit-to-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://s2026.siggraph.org/

95 – Technical Deep Dive: Papers, Workshops, and Impact

SIGGRAPH Spotlight
Show Notes: Episode 96

Title: 96 – Live From SIGGRAPH 2025: Impact of SIGGRAPH at All Career Stages

ABOUT THE EPISODE
In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, recorded live from Vancouver at SIGGRAPH 2025, Steve Granados Lopez (production assistant, Voyage Productions) sits down with Kevin McNulty, professor of animation at Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU), and Kat Shattuck, an MTSU animation student and SIGGRAPH 2025 Student Volunteer Team Leader. Together, they reflect on how SIGGRAPH has shaped their creative journeys, the impact of building a campus chapter, and the friendships and mentorships that keep the community thriving all year long.

MUSIC 
Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos. 

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LINKS 
*Episode*
https://www.siggraph.org/ | https://www.siggraph.org/join-a-chapter/ | https://www.siggraph.org/inside-siggraph/find-a-chapter/ | https://www.siggraph.org/committees/education-committee/ | https://mtsu.siggraph.org/ 

*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://s2026.siggraph.org/



96 – Live From SIGGRAPH 2025: Impact of SIGGRAPH at All Career Stages

ABOUT THE EPISODE

In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, SIGGRAPH 2026 Production Sessions Chair Valérie Bernard sits down with General Submissions Chair Veronica Orvalho and Courses Co-Chair Nora Wixom to explore the submission process from every angle. They discuss common pitfalls that can lead to rejection, share practical tips for crafting stronger proposals, and give listeners a behind-the-scenes look at how SIGGRAPH reviews and selects submissions. Tune in for expert advice on turning feedback into success and insights on getting involved in programs like Courses, Birds of a Feather, and Student Volunteers. 

MUSIC 
Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos. 

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LINKS 
*Episode *
https://s2026.siggraph.org/submit-to-siggraph/ | https://dl.acm.org/profile/99660533348 | https://www.linkedin.com/in/valerie3d/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/veronica-costa-orvalho-b6a8812/ | https://history.siggraph.org/person/nora-wixom/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/norawixom/ 

*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://s2026.siggraph.org/


97 – Cracking the Code: How SIGGRAPH Evaluates Submissions

ABOUT THE EPISODE
SIGGRAPH 2018 Technical Papers Chair Mathieu Desbrun is joined by Ed Catmull (co-founder, Pixar Animation Studios; president, Pixar and Walt Disney Animation Studios) and Tony DeRose (senior scientist, Pixar Animation Studios) to talk about the history and future of computer graphics research.

MUSIC
Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos.

LINKS
*Episode*
http://www.creativityincbook.com/
http://graphics.pixar.com/
https://www.khanacademy.org/partner-content/pixar
http://makered.org/youngmakers/
*Social Media*
http://blog.siggraph.org/
https://www.facebook.com/SIGGRAPHConferences
https://twitter.com/siggraph
https://www.instagram.com/acmsiggraph/
"siggraph" on Snapchat
*Conference Website*
http://s2018.siggraph.org/

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6 – CG Research with Ed Catmull and Tony DeRose

ABOUT THE EPISODE
Thanks for joining us for another SIGGRAPH Spotlight! In this episode, the ACM SIGGRAPH International Resources Committee’s Asiya Asha (OMSCS, Georgia Tech) catches up with Chris Bedrosian (senior CG supervisor, Blur Studio) to discuss international collaboration for VFX, working on Netflix’s “Love, Death & Robots,” and more.

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MUSIC 
Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos. 

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LINKS
*Episode*
http://www.blur.com/ | https://www.siggraph.org/connect/international-resources/

*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://s2020.siggraph.org/

29 – International Collaboration With Blur Studio’s Chris Bedrosian

ABOUT THE EPISODE
For the first time, SIGGRAPH Spotlight presents a live, in-session recording from the annual conference in North America. Tune in to hear Tim Sweeney (founder and CEO, Epic Games) during his SIGGRAPH 2019 Talk, “THRIVE: Foundational Principles & Technologies for the Metaverse.” You’ll hear Sweeney posit the state of the games industry, the rise of creator-centric and social gaming, what the “metaverse” really is, and what it will take to build the medium on a larger scale. Bonus: Listen until the end for a special question-and-answer session between Sweeney and members of the live audience. 

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MUSIC 
Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos. 

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LINKS
*Episode*
https://s2019.siggraph.org/conference/programs-events/talks/ | https://dlnext.acm.org/doi/10.1145/3306307#heading11 | https://www.epicgames.com | https://twitter.com/timsweeneyepic

*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://s2020.siggraph.org/

30 – Tim Sweeney and the Metaverse

SIGGRAPH Spotlight
Show Notes: Episode 33

Title: 33 – Interactive and Immersive Art

ABOUT THE EPISODE
Thanks for joining us for another SIGGRAPH Spotlight! In this episode, SIGGRAPH 2020 Art Papers Chair Andres Burbano (associate professor, Universidad de los Andes) catches up with Rachel Dickey (assistant professor, University of North Carolina at Charlotte), Sandro Kereselidze (co-founder and art director, ARTECHOUSE), and Marc Petz (instructor, Kent Career Tech Center) to discuss their recent work, the evolution of interactive and immersive art, the digital art scene in SIGGRAPH 2020 host city Washington, D.C., and more. 

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MUSIC 
Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos. 

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LINKS
*Episode*
 https://www.dc.artechouse.com/ | http://racheldickey.com/air-hugs |  https://www.siggraph.org/leonardo/ | https://www.thetechcenter.org/programs/3d-animation--game-design/autism-xr---student-project/ 

*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://s2020.siggraph.org/

33 – Interactive and Immersive Art

ABOUT THE EPISODE
In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, SIGGRAPH 2020 Real-Time Live! Chair Marc Olano sits down with four incredible creators who are pushing the boundaries of innovation in real-time graphics. Arisa Scott of Unity Technologies, Eric Haines of NVIDIA, Mike Hardison of Blizzard Entertainment, and Mohen Leo of Industrial Light & Magic (ILM) discuss the evolution of real-time technology as well as techniques in ray tracing, games, VFX, artificial intelligence (AI), and everything in-between. 

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MUSIC 
Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos. 

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LINKS 
*Episode* 
Links: https://unity.com/ray-tracing | https://www.reddit.com/r/minecraftRTX/ | https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/research/ai-playground/ | https://www.ilm.com/ | https://www.blizzard.com/en-us/ | https://s2020.siggraph.org/conference/program-events/real-time-live/ | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rPam5CHFQMQ

*Social Media*
blog.siggraph.org | www.facebook.com/SIGGRAPHConferences | www.twitter.com/siggraph | www.youtube.com/user/ACMSIGGRAPH | www.instagram.com/acmsiggraph | www.linkedin.com/company/acm-siggraph/

*Conference Website*
https://s2020.siggraph.org

35 – Real-time, Ray Tracing, and Realism

In this episode of SIGGRAPH Spotlight, SIGGRAPH 2021 Production Sessions Chair John Kalaigian (senior technical director, Blue Sky Studios) is joined by Erik Winquist (visual effects supervisor, Weta Digital) and Paul Franklin (creative director, DNEG) to discuss the hot topic of virtual production, what it entails, how it has worked in the past, how the COVID-19 pandemic spurred new opportunities, and what trends experts can expect for pre- and post-production virtual work in the future.

Large-scale, in-person movie making is not going away completely but virtual production throughout the pandemic and beyond has the potential to open up new opportunities for filmmakers and visual effects teams.

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MUSIC 
Podcast theme, "SIGGRAPH," composed by Julius Dobos. 

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LINKS 
*Episode* 
https://s2021.siggraph.org/program/production-sessions/ | https://s2021.siggraph.org/programs-events/ | https://www.wetafx.co.nz/ | https://www.dneg.com/shows/ | https://www.dneg.com/virtual-production/ |http://blueskystudios.com/ 

*Social Media* 
blog.siggraph.org | www.facebook.com/SIGGRAPHConferences | www.twitter.com/siggraph | www.youtube.com/user/ACMSIGGRAPH | www.instagram.com/acmsiggraph | www.linkedin.com/company/acm-siggraph/ 

*Conference Website* 
https://s2021.siggraph.org

40 – Virtual Production

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.

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