Transforming Fears into Triumphs: VR Revolution in Public Speaking with Founder Sophie Thompson | Ep 881

The Digital Executive

In this inspiring episode of The Digital Executive, host Brian Thomas talks with Sophie Thompson, co-founder of Virtual Speech, a revolutionary VR platform designed to conquer the fears of public speaking. Starting from her own intense social anxiety, Sophie narrates her transformation from being unable to speak publicly to confidently appearing on BBC World News, all thanks to the power of virtual reality training. Virtual Speech began as a personal tool and blossomed into a global solution that helps users from various backgrounds—from recovering stroke victims regaining their speech to individuals landing their dream jobs by mastering interview skills.
The episode delves into the innovative features of Virtual Speech, such as AI-powered avatars and realistic virtual environments that provide bespoke feedback, enhancing the learning experience. Looking ahead, Sophie discusses the potential of mixed reality and generative AI to personalize and improve how we learn and develop professionally through VR.