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The World With Virtual Reality, Former Vice President Mike Pence Significance To GOP Going Forward

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House Nancy Pelosi and Vice President Mike Pence officiate as a joint session of the House and Senate reconvenes to confirm the Electoral College votes
Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., and Vice President Mike Pence officiate as a joint session of the House and Senate reconvenes to confirm the Electoral College votes at the Capitol, Wednesday, Jan 6, 2021. Erin Schaff/The New York Times via AP

A tech reporter tells us some of the story of virtual reality business and development, and where it’s headed. Then a journalist who’s covered former Vice President Mike Pence for years discusses what the politician means to the Republican party now that he’s out of office.

Featured in this Show

  • The Future Of Virtual Reality

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    With people largely staying home during the pandemic, it would seem like virtual escapism would take off. So, why hasn’t it? We look at what’s holding virtual reality technology back and what role it could play in the future.

  • The Meaning Of Mike Pence

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    For years, former Vice President Mike Pence stuck by Donald Trump and his attack-dog politics, in spite of Pence’s past anti-mudslinging stance. Then President Trump’s attempt to overturn the election broke Pence’s loyalty and fractured the GOP. Our guest explains Pence’s larger significance.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
  • Bill Martens Producer
  • Colleen Leahy Producer
  • Kevin Roose Guest
  • Tom LoBianco Guest

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