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In today's thought-provoking episode of Tech Talks Daily, I'm thrilled to host Colin Bodell, a leading voice at Bazaarvoice, the company revolutionizing the connection between brands, retailers, and consumers through data-driven insights and interactive shopping experiences.  Our conversation couldn't be timelier. With the explosion of interest in the Metaverse and the increasing integration of augmented and virtual reality into our daily lives, we find ourselves at a pivotal moment. Bazaarvoice's 2022 Shopper Preference Report reveals that an astonishing 59% of consumers envision AR and VR technologies as essential components of future physical retail environments. But what are the practical implications of these findings for retailers and consumers alike? Colin and I venture beyond the headlines to discuss how these immersive technologies could radically reshape the retail experience. We also engage in a critical conversation about the role of artificial intelligence in e-commerce. While AI can undeniably e