AI Unfiltered

Ian and Michael discuss online language learning and the role ChatGPT in language learning - are we replacing the human language teacher anytime soon?

In the thought-provoking episode "AI Journalism and Reviews," join Ian and Michael as they navigate the nuances of artificial intelligence in today's media landscape. They tackle the depiction of AI's recent progress in media. The conversation also turns towards the emerging role of AI in journalism and reporting. Tune in for a balanced, insightful exploration of the interplay be...

Plug into a stimulating episode titled "IoT and The Smart Fridge Conundrum" as your hosts, Ian and Michael, illuminate the intricate world of Internet of Things (IoT). Set off on an exploratory journey into the realm of intelligent refrigeration, where groceries inventory themselves and shopping lists become obsolete. The duo also ventures into the captivating landscape of home automatio...

Join the animated discourse between Ian and Michael as they navigate the turbulent waters of the metaverse hype, dissecting its sensational rise and seemingly swift plunge into the abyss. Will it be "The metaverse is dead, long live the metaverse?" Discover their riveting insights on the intriguing concept of an ultra-personalised metaverse experience. Contemplate the metaverse as an inn...

Get ready to tune in to an illuminating conversation with Ian and Michael as they navigate the fascinating crossroads of technology and linguistics in our latest episode, "Languages in the Digital Era." This episode is a deep dive into the essential but often overlooked topic of providing digital services in minority languages. They'll explore the unique challenges and potential solu...

Get ready to embark on a riveting adventure with Ian and Michael as they unravel the enigmatic world of hidden social credit scores and the smart city concept. In this captivating episode our intrepid hosts take you on a whirlwind journey through the controversial realm of social credit systems, the visionary dream of domed cities, and smart mobility. (This podcast description was automatically ge...

Get ready to immerse yourself in the fascinating world of image generators! Join Ian and Michael, your dynamic duo, as they delve into the cutting-edge developments shaping this rapidly evolving field. In this enthralling episode, they explore groundbreaking methods for achieving pinpoint precision in image generation, the captivating story of a photography competition dominated by an AI-generated...

Ian and Michael discusses the recent advent of autonomous AI agents that can identify and execute tasks to attain a human-specified goal. What could possibly go wrong?

Dive into this thrilling podcast episode as Ian and Michael explore the exhilarating world of gaming and esports. Get ready to rev your engines as they tackle the creation of an AI Unfiltered stable in the high-octane realm of Virtual F1. Take a nostalgic trip down memory lane, reminiscing about the pioneering days of televised video games in the '90s and drawing fascinating parallels to today...

Ian and Michael discuss AI and its impacts on jobs, especially the potential destruction of high paying jobs in favour of lower wage and clickwork types of jobs. Will AI be a force for the betterment of humanity or a force for greed and selfishness?

Ian and Michael discuss the potential role for AI in creativity, in for example video editing, in creating games, and in using AI to create narratives. And with our ever shrinking attention spans, will we in the future even have the patience for content that requires more than a few seconds concentration?

Join Ian and Michael in this thought-provoking episode as they dive into the potential risks of using large language models like ChatGPT. While these apps are designed to provide users with accurate information, they can "hallucinate" facts that are not true. In this fascinating conversation, ChatGPT reveals some surprising information about the hosts of the AI Unfiltered podcast, highli...

Join Ian and Michael as they delve into the controversy surrounding a children's book that was entirely AI-generated. Moreover, the duo discusses the concerning trend of AI companies using artists' and authors' work as training data without permission, credit, or compensation. Discover the impact it has on the audience and the future of creativity. From animation to British sitcoms to...

Our first 50 episodes are in the can! In this milestone episode, Ian and Michael discuss AI-guided road trips, using AI to create the perfect beer and the perfect chocolate (and what else do you need in life, really?) and an AI-created utopia, as well as looking forward to the topics to be covered in the next 50 episodes!

In this episode of the podcast, Ian and Michael explore the intersection of AI and politics. The two discuss how AI is being used in political campaigns, from the use of avatars to represent candidates virtually, to the use of AI-generated political speeches written by ChatGPT. They also delve into how AI can be used to make policy decisions, with examples such as creating optimal tax policies. If...

In this episode of the podcast, Ian and Michael dive deep into the latest developments in the world of large language models. The two discuss the launch of Google's Bard, and Microsoft's integration of OpenAI's models into their search engine Bing. But are these large language models really as useful as they seem? Ian and Michael weigh the pros and cons of relying on large language models for info...

As the digital era continues to shape the job market, Ian and Michael tackle the complex topic of the future of work. Will high-paying jobs be automated by AI, only to be replaced with low-wage alternatives? In our latest episode, we delve into the changing landscape of employment and explore new types of jobs emerging in the digital age. (This description was generated with ChatGPT)

From manufacturing to medicine, 3D printing is disrupting industries and transforming the way we create and innovate. In our latest episode, Ian and Michael explore the incredible world of 3D printing and its implications. (This description was generated using ChatGPT)

Join Ian and Michael as they navigate the fast-growing world of esports and video game live streaming. The billion-dollar industry of competitive gaming has revolutionized how we view and monetize play. But the question remains, are esports truly a sport? Get ready for a debate on this controversial topic in our latest episode! (This description was generated using ChatGPT)

AI research and development have over the years fallen prey to hype cycles, resulting in two longer so called AI winters in the 1970s and the late 1980s/early 1990s. Is there a risk that we are heading towards another AI winter, or a bubble akin to the dotcom bubble of the early 2000s?

Join us as we delve into the world of smart cities and buildings. Ian and Michael discuss the technology shaping the urban landscape and the potential implications on privacy and surveillance. How much convenience are we willing to sacrifice for a 'smart' city? Tune in to find out! (This description was generated with ChatGPT)

The advent of large language models that can produce natural sounding text may well revolutionise how we write and communicate in the future. Ian and Michael discuss.

AI Unfiltered is back from holiday break! Ian and Michael kick off 2023 by looking back and discussing some of the biggest stories of 2022, including text and image generators, the metaverse hype, Twitter, and much more!

'Tis the season to be jolly! In the last episode of 2022, Ian and Michael discuss virtual Christmas presents, virtual Christmas decorations, and the idea of a Christmas metaverse. AI Unfiltered will be back with new episodes on January 10 2023!

Ian and Michael discuss the role of creativity in playing videogames (such as Minecraft and No Man's Sky), as well as books and their movie adaptations.