EP15: Talking with Your Chatbot is Now a Reality, FamilySearch Adds Canadian Records to Full-Text Search, & new Responsible AI Use Series Begins

Oct 1, 2024

Discover the exciting advancements in conversational AI, including OpenAI's voice interactions that make chatting with bots feel natural. Learn how FamilySearch has enriched its records with new Canadian data, revolutionizing genealogical research. The hosts emphasize the crucial need for responsible AI use, particularly in verifying information to prevent the pitfalls of AI 'hallucinations.' Tools like Google's NotebookLM also promise to enhance research, making it easier for genealogists to navigate the digital landscape.

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INSIGHT

Advanced Voice Mode Insight

OpenAI's Advanced Voice Mode transforms chatbot interaction into natural, real-time conversation.
It allows interruptibility, making dialogue feel like a genuine phone call, improving usability.

ANECDOTE

Genealogy Research Demo

Mark demonstrated using Advanced Voice Mode to research ancestors in Hastings County, Ontario.
The chatbot responded with detailed census information including additional schedules.

ADVICE

Verify AI Accuracy

Always verify facts from AI as advanced voice mode is not more trustworthy than text mode.
Review AI-generated information thoroughly, especially in serious genealogical research.

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Co-hosts Mark Thompson and Steve Little are excited to share OpenAI's Advanced Voice Mode, which enables natural conversations with AI, and how FamilySearch's expanded full-text Search is revolutionizing records accessibility. They stress responsible AI use throughout this week's episode, introducing a new series on verifying the accuracy of AI-generated information.

Send your stories of AI accuracy (or accuracy failures) to ResponsibleAI@MakingFamilyHistory.com

New tools like Google's Notebook LM and Apple's Visual Intelligence promise to enhance research capabilities. Throughout, cohosts Mark Thompson and Steve Little emphasize the need for accuracy and verification of facts to combat AI "hallucinations."

Genealogists must adapt their skills to leverage these powerful tools as AI evolves.

The episode highlights the exciting potential and the critical importance of responsible AI use in family history research.

Timestamps:

In the News

02:11 ChatGPT Advanced Voice Mode Finally Arrives

23:26 FamilySearch Full-Text Search Adds a Million Canadian Probate and Homestead Records

Tip of the Week

30:42 Responsible AI Series Debuts: Accuracy Takes Center Stage

RapidFire

38:55 Google's NotebookLM is Easy, Powerful Collaborative Workspace

46:17 Google Battles Hallucinations with Real-World Data

49:28 Apple's Visual Intelligence Promises to Enhance Historical Exploration

Resource Links

Email your stories of accurate AI done right (and complete accuracy failures) to responsibleai@makingfamilyhistory.com

OpenAI Advanced Voice Mode: https://help.openai.com/en/articles/8400625-voice-mode-faq

Meta debuts AI chatbot voiced by celebrities: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/meta-ai-chatbot-celebrity-voices-judi-dench-john-cena-awkwafina-mark-zuckerberg/

Google Gemini Live: https://blog.google/products/gemini/made-by-google-gemini-ai-updates/

FamilySearch Full-text Search: https://www.familysearch.org/search/full-text

Google Notebook LM: https://blog.google/technology/ai/notebooklm-audio-overviews/

Google DataGemma: https://blog.google/technology/ai/google-datagemma-ai-llm/