Creatives WithAI™

Can AI revolutionise the film industry and take creativity to new heights? We explore this fascinating question with our guest, Alex Stolz, a filmmaker passionate about innovation, working on projects related to film marketing, distribution, and incubation. From his journey of working in cinemas to the UK Film Council and the BFI, Alex shares his experiences with AI in film and raises crucial concerns about its role in creative industries.

As we discuss the democratisation of filmmaking through technology, we dive into the power of tools like Unreal Engine and Unity in empowering creators. Motion capture and virtual worlds are transforming the way films are made and marketed, and we examine how machine learning algorithms can expedite the editing and post-production process. We also touch upon AI-generated screenplay drafts from books, although the technology still grapples with producing tension in scenes.

Join us in this captivating conversation as we delve into the ethical considerations of AI becoming more prevalent in the film industry, the potential impact on entry-level jobs, and the creative process. We ponder the challenges of bringing novel, original ideas to the table and the necessity for champions to ensure these stories are heard. Get inspired as Alex shares his experiences with his incubator, working to bring new stories to market and transforming filmmakers into creator-entrepreneurs.

You can find Alex on

Website: Future of Film

Twitter: @alexstolz1

LinkedIn: Alex Stolz

Victoria Usher is the Founder and CEO of GingerMay, a multi-award-winning strategic marketing and PR consultancy with offices in London, New York and Berlin. 

In this show, we touch on: 

• the hysteria building around chat GPT and how it can be taken out of context;
• the importance of looking back at other technologies and how they have been adopted in order to move forward with AI;
• the need for a paper trail when using AI;
• how this may affect the artistic and creative experience of making and consuming art; and
• how AI can be used to detect bias in language and promote gender equality. 
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A former data analyst and agency CMO, Victoria founded GingerMay to help businesses improve their reputation and commercial performance by clearly articulating their brilliance.

She has received international acclaim for her work in the PR and communications sector; was named "PR Communicator of the Year" at the Marketing Awards, "Industry Leader of the Year" at the PRCA Awards and "Entrepreneur of the Year" at the global Stevie Awards.

LinkedIn: @VictoriaUsher @GingerMay 

Twitter: @VictoriaUsher @TeamGingerMay

Website: www.teamgingermay.com

[00:02:19] PR built on data.

[00:04:19] AI and Media Databases.

[00:08:38] Artificial intelligence and its development.

[00:11:09] AI's rapid development.

[00:14:48] The Future of Jobs.

[00:18:32] Creating a "brain".

[00:22:54] Interacting with AI-generated content.

[00:26:27] AI revolutionizes data analytics.

[00:29:23] Trusting AI creations.

[00:34:39] Legislation for AI technology.

[00:37:03] Reducing bias in job descriptions.

[00:40:15] Bias in language and AI.

[00:45:07] Job displacement due to AI.

[00:48:22] Copywriters losing work.

[00:51:29] AI and language production.

[00:54:46] Future of robotics and AI.

Alex Burton is a retired Royal Navy Rear Admiral turned defence consultant who discusses the role of the military in defending Western values and how AI fits into those strategies. He discusses the difficulty in justifying military conflicts to the public and how the events in Eastern Europe and Ukraine have highlighted the importance of national security. Alex also explains how AI can enhance military capabilities and the ethical considerations that come with its use.

Overall, the conversation offers insights into the intersection of military strategy and technological advancements.

Timestamps

00:01:30 AI in defence and ethics.

00:09:29 AI supports ethical military decisions.

00:15:19 AI can support effective decision-making.

00:24:20 AI can be used for evil.

00:27:40 AI in defence needs regulation.

00:32:25 AI in defence: potential risks.

00:40:17 Importance of explainability in AI.

00:50:45 Technology requires aligned allies.

00:51:05 Anticipating something massive in the news.

During this episode, Julia discusses the use of AI technology in the PR industry to enhance content and save time. We mention tools like Copysmith.ai that can improve content and make it more engaging. However, she also stresses the importance of human input in informing AI and using it correctly. Julia notes that AI is still in its early stages and that AI-generated content can lack a human touch. Julia predicts that in the future, PR agencies may be asked to provide a mix of AI-generated and human-generated content, with a focus on live events and human interaction. While AI technology can be useful in creating plans and saving time, it should be used in conjunction with human input to ensure a more personalized and effective approach.

In this episode of the Creatives with AI podcast, hosts David Brown and DeeDee Wallace speak with AI artist Zach Katz, the creator behind the Twitter account @BetterStreetsAI.

Zach uses generative AI imaging tools to transform cities into more pedestrian and cyclist-friendly spaces. He advocates for safe streets and has led several successful campaigns in Portland, Oregon, revolutionizing the urban landscape. David and Zach discuss the democratization of urban planning, using AI to create compelling visions of the future and living life in Amsterdam.

To learn more about the Creatives with AI podcast and its guests, visit the website at www.creativeswith.ai.

Timestamps

[00:00:33] AI artist creating livable cities.

[00:05:19] AI transforming cities.

[00:09:18] Democratizing urban planning.

[00:13:17] E-bikes revolutionizing US cities.

[00:13:48] AI and city planning.

[00:17:11] Traffic and road closures.

[00:21:02] Urban Planning and Design.

[00:23:28] Car-free streets in cities.

[00:27:08] AI Urban Planning.

[00:31:06] The decline of hat makers.

[00:33:47] The Future of AI.

[00:37:50] Post-money society.

[00:41:08] The future of money.

[00:44:44] Future of job security.

[00:49:01] Impact of AI on creativity.

Welcome to our first podcast episode!

In this episode, DeeDee and I chat with Wo King, Founder & CEO of Hi9, who discusses OpenAI's announcement of plugins, which allow users to integrate different apps into OpenAI and perform multiple tasks, including finding local restaurants, booking tables, and purchasing groceries.

We also talk about how Google is falling behind and has a culture of fear that is preventing them from innovating. The episode ends with a discussion on people leaving Google Brain to join OpenAI.

I wanted to take a moment to provide you with an update on the podcast and share some exciting news about the upcoming episodes.

First of all, I want to express my gratitude for the overwhelming response to the podcast. The number of individuals who are eager to engage in discussions about AI is truly remarkable. It emphasizes the importance of having this topic at the forefront of public discourse as we navigate the impact of this transformative technology.

We have already conducted some incredible interviews, and they are currently in the post-production stage. Here's a sneak peek of the guests and conversations you can expect:

We also have an exciting lineup of upcoming guests, including

I'm thrilled to announce that we are currently in the post-processing stage with the first three episodes, which are scheduled for release in the first week of June. Moving forward, new episodes will be posted every other week.

Producing a high-quality podcast alongside managing a full-time job has been a labour of love, and I appreciate your patience as we fine-tune our workflow. Rest assured, the time invested now will enable us to deliver even better episodes in the future.

In the meantime, I encourage you to find and follow the podcast on your favourite podcast platform. By doing so, you'll be among the first to know when new episodes are released.

Thank you for your continued support and enthusiasm. I can't wait to share these insightful conversations with you soon!

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