What is Otter.ai | Webrarian Episode 24

Have you ever missed a crucial point in a lecture or meeting because you were too busy scribbling notes? The anxiety of trying to capture every word often stops us from actually listening. But what if you could have a perfect, searchable text record of your life generated in real-time?

Welcome back to Webrarian! In this 10-minute episode, we dive deep into Otter.ai, the tool that is revolutionizing how we capture and organize spoken information.

Discover how this AI-powered "smart recorder" turns audio into text instantly, identifying different speakers and making hours of conversation searchable in seconds. We explore the futuristic "OtterPilot" feature, which can automatically join your Zoom or Teams meetings—even if you aren't there—to record audio, capture slides, and email you a concise summary of key decisions and action items.

We also discuss the profound impact this has on students, journalists, and researchers, while addressing the critical ethical questions. From handling heavy accents and technical jargon to navigating consent and data privacy, we look at the responsibilities that come with using a "memory prosthetic." Join us to find out how you can stop acting as a stenographer and start focusing on the big ideas.

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