Welcome to the Independent Creator Podcast. In this episode, Josh dives into a topic that's been on everyone's lips: Artificial Intelligence (AI). He demystifies AI, explaining how it can be an asset rather than a threat to our jobs, especially for content creators.
Key Points Discussed:
• Understanding AI: Josh breaks down what AI is and its relevance in today's digital landscape.
• AI in Video Editing: Tools like Descript are highlighted for their ability to streamline video editing, making it as easy as editing a text document.
• AI in Live Streaming: Services like CapCut and Rivr.stream use AI to create engaging clips from live streams.
• The Cost of Convenience: While AI services save time, they come at a financial cost. Josh discusses the pricing of various AI tools and weighs them against the value of time saved.
• AI in Podcasting: The use of AI for generating transcripts, summaries, and even blog posts from podcast episodes is explored.
• Riverside.fm: A browser-based service that integrates AI for recording and live streaming, offering transcription and editing features.
• Writing with AI: Josh talks about using AI for writing assistance, including title generation and content ideas.
• The Human Touch: Despite the efficiency of AI, Josh emphasizes the importance of human oversight to ensure quality control.
Memorable Quote:
"AI is not to be feared. Just use it to help yourself make better content than you normally would do and to not overburden, burn out, and to make better content." – Josh
Resources Mentioned:
• Descript
• CapCut
• Rivr.stream
• Podium
• Riverside.fm
• Magi AI
00:00 – Introduction
05:07 – Talks about how Descript uses AI to copy voice mannerisms.
06:13 – Discuss DaVinci Resolve's one-time payment for video editing.
07:07 – Mentions CapCut and others that use AI to make highlight clips from live streams.
08:45 – Reflects on AthenaScope's shutdown, an AI service for streamers.
10:03 – Stresses that AI is a tool, not a threat or a replacement for human creativity.
11:15 – Suggests smartly using AI, like CapCut for short videos.
12:25 – Explains AI's help in podcasting, like making transcripts and chapter markers.
14:03 – Describes Podium's podcast features, such as summaries and keyword lists.
16:33 – Compares AI service costs to the time they save in making content.
18:44 – Highlights how AI processes podcast episodes fast.
19:45 – Advises that creators still need to edit and ensure quality, even with AI.
21:24 – Recommends Riverside.fm (http://Riverside.fm) for those with limited computer power for podcasting.
25:31 – Talks about Riverside.fm (http://Riverside.fm) 's affordable plans and features.
28:40 – Introduces Magi AI for writing help and content ideas.
33:00 – Encourages using AI to better workflows and content creation.
36:07 – Warns against letting fear of AI control how we create and interact.
39:16 – Shares how AI helps him with tasks like summarizing and finding keywords.
41:03 – Asks listeners to subscribe to the Weekly Waffle newsletter and review on Apple Podcasts.
Call to Action:
Listeners are encouraged to embrace AI as a tool to improve their content creation process. They're also invited to subscribe to the Weekly Waffle newsletter for insights on content creation, alternative platforms, and indie gaming.
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