Steven Johnson has studied LLM technology for over 35 years. His consensus? Large Language models and human creativity aren’t at odds. They’re at their best when they work in harmony.Johnson has written thirteen books, many of which explore how tools and technologies expand what humans are capable of and transform societies. He created NotebookLM to help writers use AI to supplement their creative process — not to replace their thinking, but to amplify it. In this episode, you’ll learn how to capture ideas without friction, how to seamlessly structure your work, how to leverage the element of surprise, and how to turn sheer information into unique insight — all while using AI, of course. Ultimately, you’ll soak up Johnson’s 35 years of expertise and come away with actionable steps to make your writing process faster and your insights more surprising.SPEAKER LINKS: Website: https://stevenberlinjohnson.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/stevenbjohnsonBook: https://www.amazon.com/Steven-Johnson/e/B000APC0M6Google NotebookLM: https://notebooklm.google/WRITE OF PASSAGE: Want to learn more about the next class Write of Passage?Click here: https://take.writeofpassage.school/writing-sprintsPODCAST LINKS: Website: https://writeofpassage.school/how-i-write/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DavidPerellChannel/videosApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-i-write/id1700171470Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2DjMSboniFAeGA8v9NpoPv Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Raiza Martin, a senior product manager at Google Labs, and Steven Johnson, an editorial director and bestselling author, delve into the fascinating world of NotebookLM. They discuss how this AI-driven research assistant blends storytelling with personalized insights, revolutionizing content creation. The duo explores advancements in AI speech generation, the significance of engaging audio overviews, and the future of interactive podcasting. They also tackle the balance between accessibility and safety in content sharing, raising thought-provoking questions about AI's role in education and creativity.

Steven Johnson, from Google Lab's NotebookLM, discusses the launch of new features like in-line citations and image understanding. They explore organizing ideas and analyzing quotes, highlighting how NotebookLM can co-create scenes and revolutionize research. The podcast also touches on historical figures' disagreements on violence and utilizing NotebookLM for analyzing interview transcripts and creating impactful content.

In this conversation with Steven Johnson, a veteran author and AI researcher at Google, they dive into the potential of NotebookLM, an AI tool aimed at transforming learning and note-taking. Johnson discusses how AI can enhance our learning experiences and the accuracy enhancements Google is implementing. They explore the fascinating world of AI-generated podcasts, the evolution of language models like Bard, and how these tools blend creativity with educational integrity, reshaping how we engage with information.

Original broadcast date: March 22, 2022. In the last century, human life expectancy has doubled. This hour, we talk with writer Steven Johnson on the many breakthroughs that made this possible — and where we go from here.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Author Steven Johnson discusses Google's new writing tool, NotebookLM, AI's role in thought augmentation, and the future of books. They explore the importance of walking for creativity, play in innovation, and potential AI developments like recommending sources and addressing privacy concerns. Johnson highlights the revolutionary potential of AI-driven tools in research and content creation.

The two hottest topics in tech right now are the rise of generative AI and, with Apple’s recent push into spatial computing, the mainstreaming of augmented reality. Will silicon-based machines develop sentience? Will human experience extend into virtual worlds? These distinct technologies may eventually blend to spawn a surprising future, as our “real” world becomes digitally enhanced and our machines behave increasingly like humans.Today, a provocative discussion with some big (human) thinkers: Steven Johnson, visiting scholar at Google Labs and author of ”Extra Life,” “Where Good Ideas Come from,” and “How We Got to Now”; philosopher and cognitive scientist David Chalmers, author of ”The Conscious Mind” and “Reality+”; and Betaworks founder and AI investor John Borthwick.• Want to learn more about our executive membership? Email podcast@nextbigideaclub.com• “David Chalmers Thinks We May Be Living in a Simulation (and He’s OK With It)”• “Steven Johnson & Michael Specter on the Future of Life”

Steven Johnson, a prolific author of books about technology and innovation, and Chris Dixon, founding partner of a16z crypto, discuss the history of their shared interests, emergent properties of decentralized networks, and the past, present, and future of the internet. They explore blockchain's potential in AI and content distribution, challenges of publishing, blockchain's impact on the music industry, and the transition to proof of stake and token implementation.

Join bestselling author Steven Johnson and Senior Product Manager Raiza Martin as they explore the groundbreaking NotebookLM and its potential to revolutionize creativity. They discuss Johnson's journey from writing to technology, the evolution of AI, and how NotebookLM personalizes user experiences. The conversation dives into the synergy between creativity and technology, addressing concerns writers face while embracing AI as a collaborative partner in the workplace. Tune in for insights on transforming how we create and learn in the digital age!

Author Steven Johnson discusses the history of dynamite, anarchism, and crime-fighting in New York City, touching on the evolution of forensic technology and the unintended consequences of innovation. He also talks about the development of AI tools for writers and the interplay between creativity and artificial intelligence in generating ideas.