A Power Shift In Poland; French Singer Edith Piaf and AI
Dec 11, 2023
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Edith Piaf, iconic French singer, is the guest in this podcast. They discuss a historic power shift in Poland, living abroad, and the use of AI to recreate Piaf's voice and image in a biopic.
Poland undergoes a significant power shift as the right-wing party's rule ends, raising hopes for a return to democratic norms.
Plans to use AI to recreate Edith Piaf's voice and image spark skepticism among fans who believe no machine can capture her unique talent.
Deep dives
Poland's power shift
In Poland, there has been a significant power shift as the right-wing Law and Justice party's rule ended after eight years of governance. The parliamentary proceedings, which were eagerly anticipated, attracted a large audience in Warsaw's Kino Tecca theater. The outgoing prime minister's speech was accompanied by laughter, clapping, and booing from the crowd, reflecting the public sentiment towards the previous government. Observers expressed their relief at the change in leadership and hoped for a restoration of democratic norms.
Recreating Edith Piaf's voice with AI
Warner Music has announced its partnership with Edith Piaf's estate to produce a biopic about the iconic French cabaret singer's life. The film's director plans to use artificial intelligence (AI) to recreate Piaf's voice and image. While some fans appreciate the idea, others are skeptical and feel that no machine could capture the essence of Piaf's unique talent. Deeply rooted in her working-class Paris neighborhood, Piaf's songs continue to resonate, making some wary of AI's attempt to replicate her iconic voice.
A vote in the Polish parliament ended the rule of a right-wing political party— an historic power shift in the country, which is a key US ally and NATO member.
A movie studio plans to use artificial intelligence to recreate the voice and image of iconic late French cabaret singer Edith Piaf. Super-fans in her neighborhood aren't so sure machines are up to the task.
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