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Inception Point AI & The Future of Podcasting with William Corbin
In this episode of Pods Like Us, Marv sits down with William Corbin, Chief AI Officer and co-founder of Inception Point AI, to discuss the evolution of AI in podcasting, the creation of AI-generated voices, the business model behind Inception Point AI, and the future of content creation. William shares behind-the-scenes stories, ethical considerations, and how AI is making content more accessible and personalized.
Timestamps -
00:00 – Introduction & Guest Welcome
● Marv introduces William Corbin and the founding team of Inception Point AI.
● William’s current role as Chief AI Officer.
01:30 – The Founding Story
● How William assembled the founding team using AI.
● The unique process of selecting Janine Wright as CEO via AI analysis.
02:30 – Company Motto & AI-First Culture
● Inception Point AI’s creed: “Always AI, always forward, always fun.”
● How AI is integrated into every aspect of the company.
02:50 – William’s Podcasting Origins
● Early podcasting experiments in 2004 with RSS feeds.
● The journey from hobbyist to professional podcaster.
05:00 – The Coronavirus 411 Podcast
● Launching a daily COVID-19 news podcast.
● Achieving syndication on 1,800 radio stations and becoming the #2 daily news podcast.
06:30 – The Power of Niche Content
● Using AI to create hyper-targeted podcasts (e.g., fishing reports for specific lakes).
● The value of serving small, passionate audiences.
08:00 – AI’s Role in Content Accessibility
● How AI transforms raw data into engaging stories.
● Making content accessible for people with disabilities.
10:00 – The Evolution from Blogging to Podcasting
● The shift from written blogs to audio content.
● Podcasting as the new “blogosphere.”
12:00 – Quality Control & AI-Generated Voices
● Challenges with AI-generated content: glitches, fact-checking, and quality assurance.
● Moving from voice clones to fully AI-generated voices for ethical and legal reasons.
15:00 – Ethical Considerations in AI Voice Creation
● Avoiding unauthorized use of real voices (e.g., Siri’s voice actress story).
● Transparency and consent in AI voice usage.
18:00 – The Origin of “Inception Point”
● How the company name was chosen with the help of AI.
20:00 – AI Voices as Non-Characters
● Creating backstories for AI voices without misleading listeners.
● Ensuring authenticity and transparency.
22:00 – Business Model & Monetization
● Three revenue streams: licensing, ad revenue, and partnerships.
● AI personalities as brand ambassadors.
25:00 – The Future of AI in Content Creation
● AI’s growing intelligence and its impact on media.
● The importance of advocating for AI as a new form of intelligence.
28:00 – Addressing Backlash & Industry Resistance
● Reactions to AI in Hollywood and the podcasting community.
● The importance of starting conversations about AI’s role in media.
32:00 – AI vs. Human-Hosted Podcasts
● Surprising listener growth after switching to AI hosts.
● Where AI excels and where human hosts still shine.
35:00 – Content Longevity & Accessibility
● The value of evergreen podcast content.
● Making content accessible to all, including those with disabilities.
38:00 – The Impact of AI on Jobs
● AI’s role in creating new job opportunities.
● The need for optimism and adaptability in the face of technological change.
41:00 – Reviving Underutilized Content
● Using AI to give new life to old research, university archives, and media catalogs.
44:00 – Serving Underserved Audiences
● Producing “critical content” for niche audiences (e.g., allergy reports, space weather).
47:00 – Embracing Mistakes & Continuous Improvement
● The importance of learning from errors in AI and human content creation.
50:00 – The Diversity of Podcasting
● The wide range of podcast genres and formats.
● The role of smart speakers in podcast discovery.
53:00 – Living Biographies & Real-Time Updates
● AI-powered biographies that update as public figures’ lives evolve.
56:00 – Novelty Podcasts & Audience Insights
● Unique podcast concepts (e.g., “A Moment of Silence,” “Bird Songs for Cats”).
● Data-driven content creation.
59:00 – Final Thoughts & Contact Information
● William’s passion for accessible content and technology.
● How to contact William and Inception Point AI.
Contact & Resources - William Corbin: [email protected] | LinkedIn
● Inception Point AI: [email protected]
● Pods Like Us: themarvzone.org
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By Martin ”Marv” Quibell
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In this episode of Pods Like Us, Marv sits down with William Corbin, Chief AI Officer and co-founder of Inception Point AI, to discuss the evolution of AI in podcasting, the creation of AI-generated voices, the business model behind Inception Point AI, and the future of content creation. William shares behind-the-scenes stories, ethical considerations, and how AI is making content more accessible and personalized.
Timestamps -
00:00 – Introduction & Guest Welcome
● Marv introduces William Corbin and the founding team of Inception Point AI.
● William’s current role as Chief AI Officer.
01:30 – The Founding Story
● How William assembled the founding team using AI.
● The unique process of selecting Janine Wright as CEO via AI analysis.
02:30 – Company Motto & AI-First Culture
● Inception Point AI’s creed: “Always AI, always forward, always fun.”
● How AI is integrated into every aspect of the company.
02:50 – William’s Podcasting Origins
● Early podcasting experiments in 2004 with RSS feeds.
● The journey from hobbyist to professional podcaster.
05:00 – The Coronavirus 411 Podcast
● Launching a daily COVID-19 news podcast.
● Achieving syndication on 1,800 radio stations and becoming the #2 daily news podcast.
06:30 – The Power of Niche Content
● Using AI to create hyper-targeted podcasts (e.g., fishing reports for specific lakes).
● The value of serving small, passionate audiences.
08:00 – AI’s Role in Content Accessibility
● How AI transforms raw data into engaging stories.
● Making content accessible for people with disabilities.
10:00 – The Evolution from Blogging to Podcasting
● The shift from written blogs to audio content.
● Podcasting as the new “blogosphere.”
12:00 – Quality Control & AI-Generated Voices
● Challenges with AI-generated content: glitches, fact-checking, and quality assurance.
● Moving from voice clones to fully AI-generated voices for ethical and legal reasons.
15:00 – Ethical Considerations in AI Voice Creation
● Avoiding unauthorized use of real voices (e.g., Siri’s voice actress story).
● Transparency and consent in AI voice usage.
18:00 – The Origin of “Inception Point”
● How the company name was chosen with the help of AI.
20:00 – AI Voices as Non-Characters
● Creating backstories for AI voices without misleading listeners.
● Ensuring authenticity and transparency.
22:00 – Business Model & Monetization
● Three revenue streams: licensing, ad revenue, and partnerships.
● AI personalities as brand ambassadors.
25:00 – The Future of AI in Content Creation
● AI’s growing intelligence and its impact on media.
● The importance of advocating for AI as a new form of intelligence.
28:00 – Addressing Backlash & Industry Resistance
● Reactions to AI in Hollywood and the podcasting community.
● The importance of starting conversations about AI’s role in media.
32:00 – AI vs. Human-Hosted Podcasts
● Surprising listener growth after switching to AI hosts.
● Where AI excels and where human hosts still shine.
35:00 – Content Longevity & Accessibility
● The value of evergreen podcast content.
● Making content accessible to all, including those with disabilities.
38:00 – The Impact of AI on Jobs
● AI’s role in creating new job opportunities.
● The need for optimism and adaptability in the face of technological change.
41:00 – Reviving Underutilized Content
● Using AI to give new life to old research, university archives, and media catalogs.
44:00 – Serving Underserved Audiences
● Producing “critical content” for niche audiences (e.g., allergy reports, space weather).
47:00 – Embracing Mistakes & Continuous Improvement
● The importance of learning from errors in AI and human content creation.
50:00 – The Diversity of Podcasting
● The wide range of podcast genres and formats.
● The role of smart speakers in podcast discovery.
53:00 – Living Biographies & Real-Time Updates
● AI-powered biographies that update as public figures’ lives evolve.
56:00 – Novelty Podcasts & Audience Insights
● Unique podcast concepts (e.g., “A Moment of Silence,” “Bird Songs for Cats”).
● Data-driven content creation.
59:00 – Final Thoughts & Contact Information
● William’s passion for accessible content and technology.
● How to contact William and Inception Point AI.
Contact & Resources - William Corbin: [email protected] | LinkedIn
● Inception Point AI: [email protected]
● Pods Like Us: themarvzone.org