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Stephen Marche

Novelist, essayist, and cultural commentator. Guest on this Intelligence Squared episode discussing the impact of ChatGPT on writing.

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25 snips
Dec 14, 2022 • 38min

ChatGPT: The Death and Rebirth of Writing

Stephen Marche, a novelist and cultural commentator, dives into the fascinating impacts of ChatGPT on writing. He discusses the potential demise of traditional authorship versus the possibility of a renaissance in creativity. The conversation highlights concerns about educational equity and the unique challenges AI poses to essay writing. Marche further explores the dynamics of authenticity in writing, questioning how AI-generated content influences our understanding of creativity. His insights provoke thought on the future of literary expression in a tech-driven world.
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Feb 6, 2025 • 18min

Has Trump broken Canada’s relationship with the US?

Stephen Marche, a Toronto-based journalist and novelist known for his book "The Next Civil War," dives into the shifting dynamics of Canada-U.S. relations influenced by Trump's policies. He discusses Canadian nationalism and the rare political unity in response to tariffs. Marche examines Trudeau's strategic measures against U.S. bullying, the complexities of addressing the fentanyl crisis, and the pressing need for Canada to reevaluate its economic dependencies. He also highlights the implications for Canadian politics amid rising competitors.
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Mar 4, 2024 • 42min

The Conservative Decade Ahead

Discussing the Conservative dominance in Canadian politics, the podcast explores potential impacts on housing, crime, and media. Analyzing the struggles of the Liberal party, the show speculates on the future under right-wing rule. Guests delve into societal challenges, CBC funding, and the need for listener support in navigating the changing political landscape.
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Nov 30, 2023 • 35min

Using AI for Creative Work

Author Stephen Marche and composer Lucas Cantor discuss the use of AI in creative work, including an AI-written novel and completing Schubert's Unfinished Symphony. They explore the strengths and weaknesses of AI in generating plots and style, the process of using AI as a writing tool, analyzing and generating music with AI, and the role of AI in enhancing human creativity. The chapter also covers topics like birthday gifts and ads.
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May 12, 2023 • 33min

Intentionality, Beauty, and Authorship. Co-Writing With AI With Stephen Marche

AI tools can generate words, but the human intention behind it, as well as the skill of the author, drives the machine. Stephen Marche talks about the creative process behind Death of an Author, 95% written by AI, out now from Pushkin Industries. Today's show is sponsored by my wonderful patrons who fund my brain […] The post Intentionality, Beauty, and Authorship. Co-Writing With AI With Stephen Marche first appeared on The Creative Penn.