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Jul 2, 2024
Evan Ratliff creates AI-powered voice agents of himself to interact with the world. They talk to various people, including scammers, therapists, and fellow Longform hosts. The story explores the tension between controlling technology and being replaced by it.
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- Exploring the ethical implications of AI and voice cloning technologies in society.
- Delving into the unnerving experience of interacting with digital duplicates and the blurred lines of reality.
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Exploring Voice Cloning and AI Impacts
Voice cloning and AI technology is at the forefront as Evan, a journalist, delves into creating artificial versions of himself. By replacing himself with cloned voice agents, he immerses himself in debates around AI, questioning its potential impacts on society. Through interactions with sources, friends, and even scammers, Evan uncovers the eerie implications of living among human-like imposters.
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