Stuck E. in Augmented Reality | The Official Stuck On An Eyeland Podcast

I Made an Augmented Reality App that Triggered Racists. With all this stuff going on in the world: COVID, Social Unrest, Police Brutality, I decided to make a statement with my work. I had to make an Augmented Reality app for the movement. Read the blog: https://medium.com/@stuckonaneyelnd Listen to the Podcast: https://anchor.fm/stuck-e-podcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPpMod_DXYqC3xWgub79MFTm5Ym8eVcu_ Download Augmented Reality App: https://iltopia.com/eyelndfeevrapp Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iltopia Buy my Augmented Reality Books: https://iltopia.com/product-category/books/

So today I decided to turn a sketch on paper into an interactive art piece using Unity, Augmented Reality, and Vuforia. The goal was to see how awesome I can make a simple drawing and push the idea of combining technology and art as far as I could take it. At the end of this little journey, I ended up with a sketch of a character named Cubey, an AR app for my Android phone, and a pretty cool experience to play with. Check out my free course on Art, Tech, and Activism in Augmented Reality: https://gum.co/OWHaN If you go to this link, you can take my Skillshare courses for free and have 2 free months of Skillshare: https://skl.sh/3ihvu0Y Read the blog: https://medium.com/@stuckonaneyelnd Listen to the Podcast: https://anchor.fm/stuck-e-podcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPpMod_DXYqC3xWgub79MFTm5Ym8eVcu_ Download Augmented Reality App: https://iltopia.com/eyelndfeevrapp Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iltopia Buy my Augmented Reality Books: https://iltopia.com/product-category/books/

The value of augmented reality comes from the way digital elements blend into a person's perception of the real world, not only as a simple display of data, but through the integration of immersive interactions. Instead of reading a book, you can watch it, listen to it, or play with it. Instead of looking at a 2D picture, you can rotate, scale it, and move it. Check out my free course on Art, Tech, and Activism in Augmented Reality: https://gum.co/OWHaN If you go to this link, you can take my Skillshare courses for free and have 2 free months of Skillshare: https://skl.sh/3ihvu0Y Read the blog: https://medium.com/@stuckonaneyelnd Listen to the Podcast: https://anchor.fm/stuck-e-podcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPpMod_DXYqC3xWgub79MFTm5Ym8eVcu_ Download Augmented Reality App: https://iltopia.com/eyelndfeevrapp Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iltopia Buy my Augmented Reality Books: https://iltopia.com/product-category/books/

What is an immersive experience and why does it matter? Those two questions have circulated my mind recently as I have gotten deeper into the AR space. An immersive experience is an illusory environment that completely surrounds you such that you feel that you are inside it and part of it. Check out my free course on Art, Tech, and Activism in Augmented Reality: https://gum.co/OWHaN If you go to this link, you can take my Skillshare courses for free and have 2 free months of Skillshare: https://skl.sh/3ihvu0Y Read the blog: https://medium.com/@stuckonaneyelnd Listen to the Podcast: https://anchor.fm/stuck-e-podcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPpMod_DXYqC3xWgub79MFTm5Ym8eVcu_ Download Augmented Reality App: https://iltopia.com/eyelndfeevrapp Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iltopia Buy my Augmented Reality Books: https://iltopia.com/product-category/books/

Augmented reality has the power to change the way we as Black people can interact with the world and create opportunities with technology. I am on a journey to shed light on those avenues as a full stack augmented reality mobile developer. I hope to make stuff that inspires other Black creators to do the same.  Check out my free course on Art, Tech, and Activism in Augmented Reality: https://gum.co/OWHaN If you go to this link, you can take my Skillshare courses for free and have 2 free months of Skillshare: https://skl.sh/3ihvu0Y Read the blog: https://medium.com/@stuckonaneyelnd Listen to the Podcast: https://anchor.fm/stuck-e-podcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPpMod_DXYqC3xWgub79MFTm5Ym8eVcu_ Download Augmented Reality App: https://iltopia.com/eyelndfeevrapp Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iltopia Buy my Augmented Reality Books: https://iltopia.com/product-category/books/

When the XR industry is booming, we are going to see studies on diversity and wonder where the black people are at. With the billions of dollars the industry will be worth, we will wonder why Black people are not getting their fair share for the pie. Check out my free course on Art, Tech, and Activism in Augmented Reality: https://gum.co/OWHaN Read the blog: https://medium.com/@stuckonaneyelnd Listen to the Podcast: https://anchor.fm/stuck-e-podcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPpMod_DXYqC3xWgub79MFTm5Ym8eVcu_ Download Augmented Reality App: https://iltopia.com/eyelndfeevrapp Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iltopia Buy my Augmented Reality Books: https://iltopia.com/product-category/books/

Activism is the act of doing something to spark change. When we look at using augmented reality, we are really trying channel the energy and creativity we have into a medium that is more immersive and interactive. Instead of looking at art on a sign, we interact with art in augmented reality. Check out my free course on Art, Tech, and Activism in Augmented Reality: https://gum.co/OWHaN Read the blog: https://medium.com/@stuckonaneyelnd Listen to the Podcast: https://anchor.fm/stuck-e-podcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPpMod_DXYqC3xWgub79MFTm5Ym8eVcu_ Download Augmented Reality App: https://iltopia.com/eyelndfeevrapp Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iltopia Buy my Augmented Reality Books: https://iltopia.com/product-category/books/

Let’s talk about why augmented reality (AR) is important. (AR) is important for many reasons. Because of Covid 19, in person learning, training, teaching, and entertainment will change forever. Check out my free course on Art, Tech, and Activism in Augmented Reality: https://gum.co/OWHaN Read the blog: https://medium.com/@stuckonaneyelnd Listen to the Podcast: https://anchor.fm/stuck-e-podcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPpMod_DXYqC3xWgub79MFTm5Ym8eVcu_ Download Augmented Reality App: https://iltopia.com/eyelndfeevrapp Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iltopia Buy my Augmented Reality Books: https://iltopia.com/product-category/books/

Let's discuss the history of augmented reality (AR). Want to know about when it was created, where it was created, why it was created, or who created it? Don't worry. I got you covered. At the end of this, you will be able to contextualize how AR fits into a timeline. Check out my free course on Art, Tech, and Activism in Augmented Reality: https://gum.co/OWHaN Read the blog: https://medium.com/@stuckonaneyelnd Listen to the Podcast: https://anchor.fm/stuck-e-podcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPpMod_DXYqC3xWgub79MFTm5Ym8eVcu_ Download Augmented Reality App: https://iltopia.com/eyelndfeevrapp Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iltopia Buy my Augmented Reality Books: https://iltopia.com/product-category/books/

I break down how augmented reality works on XR devices, and how we use it to interact with digital objects in the real world. Check out my free course on Art, Tech, and Activism in Augmented Reality: https://gum.co/OWHaN Read the blog: https://medium.com/@stuckonaneyelnd Listen to the Podcast: https://anchor.fm/stuck-e-podcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPpMod_DXYqC3xWgub79MFTm5Ym8eVcu_ Download Augmented Reality App: https://iltopia.com/eyelndfeevrapp Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iltopia Buy my Augmented Reality Books: https://iltopia.com/product-category/books/

We learn about the different types of Augmented Reality approaches you can use. Check out my free course on Art, Tech, and Activism in Augmented Reality: https://gum.co/OWHaN Read the blog: https://medium.com/@stuckonaneyelnd Listen to the Podcast: https://anchor.fm/stuck-e-podcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPpMod_DXYqC3xWgub79MFTm5Ym8eVcu_ Download Augmented Reality App: https://iltopia.com/eyelndfeevrapp Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iltopia Buy my Augmented Reality Books: https://iltopia.com/product-category/books/

Curious about the difference between augmented reality and virtual reality? In this video, you will find those questions out!   Check out my free course on Art, Tech, and Activism in Augmented Reality: https://gum.co/OWHaN Read the blog: https://medium.com/@stuckonaneyelnd Listen to the Podcast: https://anchor.fm/stuck-e-podcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPpMod_DXYqC3xWgub79MFTm5Ym8eVcu_ Download Augmented Reality App: https://iltopia.com/eyelndfeevrapp Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iltopia Buy my Augmented Reality Books: https://iltopia.com/product-category/books/

Don't exclude Black Creators from Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, Mixed Reality and XR Opportunities. Read the blog: https://medium.com/@stuckonaneyelnd Listen to the Podcast: https://anchor.fm/stuck-e-podcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPpMod_DXYqC3xWgub79MFTm5Ym8eVcu_ Download Augmented Reality App: https://iltopia.com/eyelndfeevrapp Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iltopia Buy my Augmented Reality Books: https://iltopia.com/product-category/books/

We need to push for diversity in Tech! I don’t want to see headlines ten years from now asking, "Where are all the Black people in augmented reality, mixed reality, and XR." Read the blog: https://medium.com/@stuckonaneyelnd Listen to the Podcast: https://anchor.fm/stuck-e-podcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPpMod_DXYqC3xWgub79MFTm5Ym8eVcu_ Download Augmented Reality App: https://iltopia.com/eyelndfeevrapp Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/iltopia Buy my Augmented Reality Books: https://iltopia.com/product-category/books/

Ever wondered what happens when microscopic bubbles become bacterial bouncers? This week’s episode dives into the high-powered, real-world tech of DYNAJETS® hydrodynamic cavitation, a sci-fi-sounding disinfection system that uses bubble collapse to obliterate bacteria—including some of the toughest, like Cutibacterium acnes.Join MD/PhD student and cartoon creator Steven Christian as he unpacks the paper “Disinfection of gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria using DYNAJETS hydrodynamic cavitating jets” from Ultrasonics Sonochemistry. It's a splashy deep dive into:🧪 Why gram-positive bacteria like C. acnes are harder to kill💣 How popping bubbles generate forces strong enough to rupture microbial walls💡 Why energy-efficient disinfection tech could revolutionize skin care and water treatment🧬 And how all of this maps directly to the world of Cütie Catcherz, from Biofilm Fortresses to Buster Gel strategies!💭 Whether you’re a science buff, skincare nerd, or a Cütie Catcherz fan, this episode connects microbiology to magical metaphors—and gives you a powerful lens for seeing why “brute force” isn’t always the best solution.📚 Citation: Loraine et al., Ultrasonics Sonochemistry, 2012 🔗 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ultsonch.2011.10.011🎧 Subscribe to Cütie Catcherz: Beneath the Skin for weekly lore drops where science meets soul and facts get their fantasy glow-up. 🌐 cutiecatcherz.com | 📱 IG: @cutiecatcherz

From Acne to Harmony: GRHL3, Skin Resilience & the Secret Science Behind Cütie CatcherzDescription What if your skin had a built-in peacekeeper? This episode dives into a wild, fascinating study that explains why acne often clears up on its own—while its meaner cousin, hidradenitis suppurativa, tends to stick around. And yes, it connects directly to the microbial mischief in Cütie Catcherz 🦠✨Join MD/PhD student and creative force Steven Christian as he unpacks the paper "Whole transcriptomic analysis of acne and hidradenitis suppurativa reveals common inflammatory but distinct tolerance-inducing mechanisms" from the Journal of Investigative Dermatology. It’s a molecular deep dive that reveals:🧠 Why acne and HS look similar but behave so differently🔍 The role of a magical-sounding protein called GRHL3 in spontaneous healing🛡️ How inflammation is just one half of the battle—resolution is the real MVP🎮 And how this maps directly to Iltopia’s Cütie Catcherz lore, from Nimbus’s arc to the true role of Base Cüties and the power of balance-driven tools like Serenity Mist💡 Acne isn't just a surface issue—this episode will help you understand the inner healing switch your skin might already have.📚 Citation: Dajnoki et al., J Invest Dermatol, 2023 🔗 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jid.2023.03.920🎧 Subscribe to Cütie Catcherz: Beneath the Skin for weekly lore drops where science meets story. 🌐 cutiecatcherz.com | 📱 IG: @cutiecatcherz

What happens when the real-world bacteria behind acne turns up in a prosthetic joint—and gets taken down with nothing but pills? That’s the wild, true tale we’re diving into today. 🦠💊This episode breaks down the case report titled “Oral antibiotic regimen for Cutibacterium acnes prosthetic joint infection: a case report of successful treatment”, published in The American Journal of the Medical Sciences. It tells the story of a stubborn post-surgical infection—caused by the same bacteria behind our Cütie Catcherz—and how doctors defeated it using just an oral antibiotic combo. No IVs. No drama. Just science.I'm Steven Christian, MD/PhD student and creator of Cütie Catcherz, and today we’re connecting the dots between:🧠 How C. acnes creates biofilm fortresses IRL🔬 Why diagnosis can be tricky and delayed💊 How a simple oral med combo (rifampin + amoxicillin) brought down the infection🎮 How this all maps onto the Iltopian world of Cütie Catcherz—think King Cootie, Biofilm Hives, and targeted tools like Phage Darts and Serenity Mist.💡 This case validates the science behind our worldbuilding and adds a real-world example to back up the power of precision care and microbiome balance.📚 Citation: Nguyen et al., Am J Med Sci, 2025 🔗 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/s0002-9629(25)00868-7🎧 Subscribe to Cütie Catcherz: Beneath the Skin for weekly drops blending science, soul, and story. 🌐 cutiecatcherz.com | 📱 IG: @cutiecatcherz

 What if the same bacteria causing acne could help fight cancer? 🦠✨ In this mind-bending episode, we dive into a real study published in the Journal of Investigative Dermatology titled “Melanoma cell survival is suppressed by splenocytes stimulated by Cutibacterium acnes.” Yep, you read that right—our so-called skin troublemaker might just have a secret hero arc.I’m Steven Christian, your friendly neighborhood MD/PhD student and creator of Cütie Catcherz, the AR-powered comic that turns microbiology into magical storytelling. And today, we’re cracking open the science behind how C. acnes might trigger an immune response that helps kill melanoma cells. 🧬🧠💥Tune in for:How C. acnes–stimulated immune cells attacked melanoma cells in the labWhy our skin bacteria might not be villains after allWhat this means for immunity, inflammation, and yes, the world of Cütie CatcherzHow science inspires deeper, more empathetic storytelling about our bodies💡 This isn’t just microbiome 101. It’s the blueprint for how "bad guys" in biology might wear hidden capes.📚 Citation: Matsushima et al., J Invest Dermatol, 2019 🔗 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jid.2019.03.559🎧 Subscribe to Cütie Catcherz: Beneath the Skin 🌐 Visit cutiecatcherz.com for more episodes, comics, and health storytelling magic 📱 Follow @cutiecatcherz for behind-the-scenes worldbuilding and research drops

Ever wonder how a simple skincare gel rewrites the whole microbial script on your face? In this episode, we break down a 2024 study from the Journal of Dermatologic Science and Cosmetic Technology that explores how 15% azelaic acid gel doesn’t just fight acne—it reshapes the skin microbiome! 🧬✨I’m Steven Christian—your friendly neighborhood MD/PhD student, medical illustrator, and creator of Cütie Catcherz, an augmented reality comic where battling acne gets turned into a magical adventure full of metaphor, monsters, and microbiome mayhem.This episode uncovers:How acne-prone skin has microbial imbalance (aka Cütie Clouds)Why azelaic acid boosts good bacteria like Lactobacillus while dialing down troublemakersThe real-life science behind Cütie Catcherz tools like “Probiotic Pods” and “Serenity Mist”Why balance—not brute force—is the secret to healthy skinThis isn’t just about zapping zits. It’s about healing ecosystems, inside and out.🎧 Stream “Cütie Catcherz: Beneath the Skin” 📱 Follow @cutiecatcherz 🌐 More at cutiecatcherz.com📚 Citation: Yu et al., J Dermatol Sci & Cosmetic Tech, 2024 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jdsct.2024.100041

Get ready to dive deep into the sticky science behind acne! In this episode, we explore the 2023 study “Characteristics of Biofilm-Forming Ability and Antibiotic Resistance of Cutibacterium acnes and Staphylococcus epidermidis from Acne Vulgaris Patients”—a mouthful, but trust us, it’s juicy. 🧪✨I'm Steven Christian—your friendly neighborhood MD/PhD student and creator of Cütie Catcherz, an augmented reality comic that turns acne bacteria into metaphorical monsters and teaches health literacy through action-packed storytelling.Together, we explore:What biofilms actually are (spoiler: bacterial bunkers 🛡️)How some C. acnes and S. epidermidis strains shrug off antibioticsWhy the real-life science lines up with our in-story “Cütie Fortresses” and villain King CootieWhat this means for smarter, targeted acne care in underserved communitiesThis research grounds the Cütie Catcherz universe in fact—not fiction—and shows how powerful narrative + evidence-based science can be.👾 Visit cutiecatcherz.com 📱 Follow @cutiecatcherz on Instagram 📚 Study citation: Ruchiatan et al., Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2023 DOI: https://doi.org/10.2147/CCID.S422486 🎧 Listen to “Cütie Catcherz: Beneath the Skin” on Spotify & YouTube