Mandalit del Barco, an NPR correspondent focusing on the entertainment industry, and Alberto Menache, a motion capture artist and co-founder of NPCx, explore the ongoing SAG-AFTRA strike against video game companies. They discuss the fight for protections against unauthorized AI replicas, emphasizing the importance of consent, transparency, and fair compensation. The conversation highlights the critical role of voice actors, the implications of generative AI on creativity, and the necessity for solidarity among performers in an evolving industry.