In this episode, Michelle delves into the latest advancements in AI within the media landscape. The episode begins with an introduction to Instagram's new AI-powered app, Edits, highlighting its features and potential impact on the market. A comparison is drawn between Edits and existing tools, alongside a discussion of Meta's vision for its future. The conversation then shifts to the perceptions and implications of AI-generated versus human-written news, exploring how these differences affect audience trust and media integrity. The episode concludes with a reflection on the role of AI in journalism education, considering how it shapes future media professionals.

(0:00) Introduction and episode overview

(0:28) Launch and features of Instagram's new AI-powered app, Edits

(2:26) Market impact, comparison, and Meta's vision for Edits

(3:50) AI-generated vs. human-written news: Perceptions and implications

(5:22) Closing thoughts on AI's role in journalism education