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Dr Yossi Keshet on Decoding Speech, AI, Morality, and the Future

Jul 1, 2024
54:59

In this episode, we explore linguistic and cultural influences on language with Dr. Yossi Keshet—a renowned expert in automated speech recognition.

We cover the intricacies of jargon, code-switching, and the ethical dimensions of artificial intelligence.

Listen to discover how the convergence of linguistics and computer science is revolutionizing our interaction with technology.


Show Notes

05:26 YOLA targets foundational industries through AI.

07:34 Automatic speech recognition similar to KJGPT model.

11:17 American English research bias in speech intelligibility.

13:33 Studying foreign languages improved understanding of grammar.

18:35 Passionate about linguistics and cognitive sciences. No AI has this capability.

20:23 Phenomenal correlation between artificial and neural mechanisms.

26:24 Innovating transcription: improving on old industry practices.

27:35 GPT's influence on various fundamental industries.

31:56 Using multiple languages can enhance comprehension.

35:07 Switching between languages in code-switching research.

40:47 Superego: Freud's guilt and fear mechanism. Evolutionary.

42:11 Book writing claiming need for non-standard regulations.

46:46 AI movie plot illustrates ethics in robotics.

50:25 GPT discussion focuses on personalized and helpful interaction.

53:20 End of insightful data-driven episode, future technology.

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