Synthetic Narratives AI / XR + Future of Storytelling

Sat Oct 25 2025 at 09:00 am to 07:00 pm UTC-04:00

Stevens Institute of Technology | Hoboken

Christopher Manzione
Publisher/HostChristopher Manzione
Synthetic Narratives  AI \/ XR + Future of Storytelling
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Explore how generative AI & immersive tech are changing storytelling at a 2-day symposium with artists, technologists & intellectuals.
About this Event

Join us for Synthetic Narratives AI / XR + Future of Storytelling Conference, Exhibition, and AI Short Film Screening

When: October 24 & 25, 2025

Where: Stevens Institute of Technology

Full schedule and details @ https://syntheticnarratives.com

Generative AI and immersive technologies are transforming the way we create, experience, and understand stories. This two-day symposium brings together leading artists, technologists, and thinkers to explore the cultural, philosophical, and creative potentials of these rapidly evolving fields.

October 24 - Open to public

Exhibition Opening 5:30-8:30pm

AI Short Film Screening 6:30-8:30pm

October 25 - Ticket required**

Synthetic Narratives Conference 9am-7pm

Agenda below


Agenda

πŸ•‘: 09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Check-In
πŸ•‘: 09:00 AM - 09:45 AM
Coffee and Conversation
πŸ•‘: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
AI Filmmaking Session - Talks & Panel
Host: Michaela Ternasky-Holland

Info: This panel will explore how AI tools are reshaping screenwriting, editing, directing, and audience engagement in contemporary cinematic storytelling


πŸ•‘: 11:30 AM - 12:30 AM
AI & Immersive Session - Talks & Panel
Host: Matthew Niederhauserv

Info: This panel will explore how generative AI is changing the landscape of spatial computing, VR/AR, and experiential design


πŸ•‘: 12:30 PM - 01:30 PM
Lunch Break

Info: Boxed lunches will be provided


πŸ•‘: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Post-Photo Session - Talks & Panels
Host: Michael Whitham

Info: This panel will explore how AI-generated imagery is changing our understanding of authenticity, aesthetics, and the evolving visual language of the image


πŸ•‘: 03:30 PM - 04:30 PM
Truth and Trust Session - Talks & Panel
Host: Avital Meshi

Info: This panel will explore how synthetic media: deepfakes, misinformation, and algorithmic authority are changing ethical standards, epistemological frameworks, and societal trust


πŸ•‘: 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Keynote
Host: David Chalmers

Info: Our keynote speaker is David John Chalmers an Australian philosopher and cognitive scientist, specializing in philosophy of mind and philosophy of language. He is a professor of philosophy and neural science at New York University, as well as co-director of NYU's Center for Mind, Brain and Consciousness. He is best known for the β€œhard problem” of consciousness and has written extensively on how AI might achieve mind-like capabilities, the philosophical implications of large language models, and the possibility of simulated worlds. His insights challenge how we define intelligence, experience, and what it means to be real in an age of rapidly advancing AI.


πŸ•‘: 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Reception

Info: Refreshments and light fair


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Stevens Institute of Technology, UCC University Towers, Hoboken, United States

Tickets

USD 45.00

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