Ep 6: AI & Digital Improvisation in Entertainment (AUDIO ONLY)

Playing With Inference

NOTE: This is the Audio Only version.
Join the 'Playing with Inference' podcast as hosts dive into the role of generative AI in digital improvisation experiences, featuring guest Stephen Piron, co-founder of Pickford AI. The episode explores the challenges and potential of using AI for creating interactive improv in comedy, theater, and gaming. Stephen shares his experiences with notable projects, including a deep fake of Joe Rogan that went viral and attracted international intelligence agencies' attention. The conversation also touches on the evolution of AI in Hollywood, the importance of narrative control, and the ethical considerations around intellectual property in AI-generated content. Don't miss this engaging discussion on the future of AI in storytelling and entertainment.

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00:00 Introduction to Generative AI in Digital Improvisation
00:36 Guest Introduction: Steven Piron and His Work
01:22 The Joe Rogan Deepfake Incident
03:35 Concerns and Implications of Deepfakes
06:30 Generative AI in Entertainment: A New Frontier
09:26 Interactive AI-Driven Experiences
14:31 Challenges and Future of AI in Entertainment
18:26 The Role of Audience in AI-Generated Content
23:01 Comparing AI-Generated Content to Traditional Media
31:17 Technological Limitations and Future Prospects
34:47 Exploring Storytelling in Games
35:50 Interactive Narratives and Agency in Video Games
36:37 The Evolution of Dynamic Storytelling
40:50 Immersive Theater and Emotional Engagement
49:20 AI's Role in Hollywood and Gaming
55:42 The Future of Content Creation and Distribution
01:03:46 Real-Time Audience Feedback and Storytelling
01:05:36 Conclusion and Upcoming Events

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