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AI For Creatives

Nova Lorraine and Kamilah Sanders
39 episodes   Last Updated: Apr 26, 24
Connecting Art, Innovation, and Humanity Are you reading and hearing all sorts of conflicting information about AI – artificial intelligence – and wondering what impact that might have on you?  Well, welcome to AI for Creatives, a podcast by creatives for creatives, connecting you to the world of AI, Web3, blockchain, and beyond.  Join our hosts Kamilah Sanders and Nova Lorraine as we explore the new ways AI empowers creatives and highlight leading industry innovators utilizing amazing new tools to pave the way for the future.  Get inspired and educated by fellow creatives revolutionizing the industry and exemplifying new ways to gain creative independence and sovereignty. We aim to preserve humanity in this fast evolving digital world, and creatives are a powerful force to do that. Be a part of the conversation as we take the reigns of AI and shape a positive narrative for our future.  

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AI for Creatives is a podcast by Creatives for Creatives connecting art, innovation, and humanity. - Hosts Nova Lorraine and Kamilah Sanders discuss the Gen Z and how they are using AI. Recent AI News & Tools - Meta's collaboration with Ray-Ban on AI-powered smart glasses - Meta's open-source large language model LLaMA competing with ChatGPT, Claude, etc. - Riverside's AI tool for automatically generating video clips and translating transcripts Gen Z and AI - Definition of Gen Z: Born between 1997-2012, grew up immersed in technology - 70% of Gen Z leveraging AI to boost productivity and creativity - Gen Z will lead the AI revolution, being early adopters - Gen Z excelling at prompt engineering for creative apps like Midjourney - Importance of cultivating unique skills/perspectives to complement AI - Education being decentralized - online courses, bootcamps, trades alongside college - Human roles requiring emotional intelligence, empathy, legal/healthcare analysis unlikely to be fully automated Nova Lorraine on Creating AI Art - Early adopter of text-to-image models like DALL-E, Midjourney for creative expression - Blending traditional art skills with prompt engineering to create realistic yet futuristic art - Importance of curation in the AI art creation process Conclusion: Ultimately, Nova and Kamilah express their optimism about Gen Z's ability to adapt and find their niche in the AI age. They also share their thoughts on the importance of community in collaborating and providing feedback. Kamilah on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kamilahsanders/ Nova on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/novalorraine/ AI Generative AI AI for Creatives Crypto for Creatives Web3 Creatives The Future Age of AI Blockchain AI Tools Innovations Gen Z Community Pink Kangaru
AI for Creatives is a podcast by Creatives for Creatives connecting art, innovation, and humanity. - Hosts Nova Lorraine and Kamilah Sanders discuss the rise of AI startups and their impact on business and entrepreneurship. Recent AI News & Tools - Adobe's Premiere Pro will integrate generative AI tools like Runway AI for editing videos. - Amazon is going all-in on AI, building their own language model Olympus and AI chips to rival NVIDIA. They've also invested in Anthropic.  - Nova recommends the text-to-image AI tool Midjourney for its high-quality imagery and creative potential. - Kamilah highlights Adobe's new Firefly text-to-image generator integrated into Creative Cloud. AI Startups Overview - The 2024 Forbes AI50 list highlights 47 AI companies valued over $1 billion, with two dozen over $10 billion. - Notable startups discussed include Anthropic, Rosebud AI for game design, and Writer for AI-generated marketing content. - Key factors driving the AI startup boom include cloud tools, no-code platforms, investment from VCs and corporations, and available AI talent. Framework for AI Startup Success - Find an area ripe for AI disruption with high potential impact - Assemble a lean, multidisciplinary team with AI and domain expertise - Leverage cloud platforms, open source tools, and no-code solutions - Focus on rapidly achieving product-market fit through iteration - Craft an ambitious vision backed by early market traction to attract investors Conclusion: Ultimately, Nova and Kamilah emphasize the immense creative potential for entrepreneurs to develop novel AI solutions across industries like fashion, music, gaming, and architecture. Kamilah on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kamilahsanders/ Nova on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/novalorraine/ AI Generative AI AI for Creatives Crypto for Creatives Web3 Creatives The Future Age of AI Blockchain AI Tools Innovations AI Startups AI Success Pink Kangaru
AI for Creatives is a podcast by Creatives for Creatives connecting art, innovation, and humanity. Segment 1: Nova and Kamilah discuss how AI can be leveraged as a powerful tool to enhance and augment the creative process. Experiment with AI models for ideation, concept generation, design assistance, and creative coding, allowing your imagination to soar. Segment 2: Kamilah and Nova discuss how to understand the fundamentals of AI, including machine learning, different platforms, and tools. Upskill by taking certificate programs, online courses, or workshops to grasp the technical foundations, strengths, limitations, and potential biases of AI systems. Segment 3: Embrace an experimental mindset and don't be afraid to start somewhere with a tool or platform. Test different prompts, techniques, and models until you find the right fit for your creative vision, as AI outputs often require iteration and refinement. Segment 4: Nova and Kamilah talk about putting a focus on decreasing bias in AI and prioritizing ethical practices. Be transparent about using AI in your creative process, and ensure inclusivity and diversity in the outcomes. Explore intellectual property considerations and create guidelines for responsible AI use. Segment 5: Kamilah and Nova discuss how AI is rapidly evolving, so it’s important to stay up-to-date by attending workshops, conferences, and taking online courses to expand your AI knowledge and skills continuously. Be willing to adapt and learn as the technology advances. Segment 6: Nova and Kamilah suggest that you should partner with AI experts, consultants, and developers to integrate AI into your creative endeavors. Leverage their expertise to create immersive, AI-powered interactive art installations or enhance your workflow without needing to be an AI technician yourself. Conclusion: Ultimately, Nova and Kamilah conclude that by following these AI tips, creatives can break into the world of AI, leveraging its power to push the boundaries of their artistic expression while staying ethical, responsible, and continuously learning. Embrace AI as a tool, collaborate with experts, and iterate until you achieve your desired creative vision.   Kamilah on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kamilahsanders/ Nova on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/novalorraine/ AI Generative AI AI for Creatives Crypto for Creatives Web3 Chat GPT 5 Creatives The Future Age of AI Blockchain AI Tools Innovations 6 tips for AI Lesser-known AI tools Pink Kangaru
AI for Creatives is a podcast by Creatives for Creatives connecting art, innovation, and humanity. Segment 1: Kamilah and Nova begin the episode by discussing their current work. Kamilah shares her intentional creation of space. She talks about taking time to kayak, canoe, camp, and spend time in nature. Nova, meanwhile, has been working to create more time for techniques, art, and her time. She talks about a recent trip to France and her experience there. Segment 2: Nova and Kamilah talk about AI and the fears many people have regarding it and its use. How generative AI is causing a stir and expanding its uses. They begin to question what’s going to be lost and what will be created. Kamilah talks about how much will be about automation and change more than replacing and removing jobs. Nova talks about how generative AI has unexpectedly impacted creative arts in ways that have scared many people. Segment 3: Nova goes into other statistics related to AI and Generative AI usage. She talks about stats regarding jobs lost to AI in May 2023, and how much higher that number is projected to be in 2025. Kamilah talks about how new jobs will also be created and new entrepreneur opportunities will come into being. Segment 4: Nova talks about how more jobs will be created than the number of jobs that will be lost by 2025. It’s not all gloom and doom. Kamilah and Nova talk about the jobs that will be replaced. Customer service, manufacturing, transportation, and various other easily automated jobs. Kamilah gets into how there are elements of these things that will always require a human/employee touch. Segment 5: Nova talks about how 97 million jobs are expected to be created by new AI tech by 2025 and a brighter future related to AI. Kamilah brings up jobs that are likely to not be affected by/replaced by AI. Human empathy will still count for a lot. Nova both agrees and disagrees with many of these. Segment 6: Nova and Kamilah talk about companies hiring for AI roles. Most larger companies are hiring for AI positions in data science, machine learning, engineering, and such. Nova explores new roles yet to come that might be high-paying in addition to big-data analysts, UX, and more. Nova talks further about new tools, how you can and do use them, and how they will impact future jobs. What value can you bring to solve problems and make an impact? Conclusion: Nova and Kamilah conclude the episode by talking about how AI will impact jobs and work for creatives. Nova thinks value added via consulting or being the artisan can go a long way in building new opportunities for creatives. Kamilah thinks AI can help expand communication in a more global way that can break down barriers.   AI Generative AI AI for Creatives Arts Artists Jobs Titles Innovation Pink Kangaru
AI for Creatives is a podcast by Creatives for Creatives connecting art, innovation, and humanity. Segment 1: Nova and Kamilah discuss Kamilah's recent work helping founders and small businesses with strategy and avoiding burnout. Nova talks about her upcoming book aimed at increasing creativity, well-being, and wealth in the AI age. Segment 2: Kamilah and Nova discuss a humanoid robot from Unitree that can perform back-flips, showcasing the increasing dexterity and agility of robots. This leads to a conversation about the need for AI alignment to ensure human preservation as robots become more advanced. Segment 3: The topic shifts to AI in healthcare, specifically nursing agents that could provide initial triage and basic care, increasing access in underserved areas. However, there are concerns about corporations potentially replacing human nurses with cheaper AI agents. Segment 4: An article excerpt mentions the CEO of Stability AI stepping down to work on decentralized AI, aiming to distribute the power and control currently concentrated with big tech firms developing centralized AI models. Segment 5: Kamilah and Nova discuss the benefits of decentralized AI built on blockchain, including increased privacy, reduced bias, and giving users more control over their data compared to centralized AI systems. Segment 6: Nova and Kamilah discuss statements from tech leaders like Elon Musk and Microsoft's CEO about potentially needing to pause AI development within 5 years due to safety and ethical concerns. However, the rapid pace of current AI breakthroughs raises doubts about realistically implementing such a pause. Conclusion: Ultimately, Nova and Kamilah conclude by acknowledging the accelerating AI developments and their desire to help guide its positive trajectory while being transparent about potential pitfalls. They encourage listeners to engage on the topic. Kamilah on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kamilahsanders/ Nova on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/novalorraine/ AI Generative AI AI for Creatives Crypto for Creatives Web3 Chat GPT 5 Creatives The Future Age of AI Blockchain AI Robots Put on the brakes AI Tools Innovations Pink Kangaru
AI for Creatives is a podcast by Creatives for Creatives connecting art, innovation, and humanity. Segment 1: Kamilah and Nova begin the episode by discussing their current work. Kamilah talks about her obsessions with Twitter killers. She begins by talking about Spill, which uses AI for content moderation. She goes on to talk about Threads by Instagram. Nova talks about Clubhouse when it was something new. Nova questions how AI and AR will disrupt social media going forward. Nova talks about her recent travel and speaking engagements. Segment 2: Nova and Kamilah begin to talk about the new tools they’re excited about, and how they can make a greater, faster impact for creatives. Kamilah begins with Descript for podcasters and video. AI for editing, taking audio product to create video. Nova brings up SkyBox by Blockade Labs – for immersive experiences and storytelling. Text can be used to create a short, immersive, 3D world. Kamilah brings up Pictory. This is an AI Video generator for creating and editing AI videos from a script, blog, or other text. Nova talks about Fliki, where you can take from a blog and turn it into a video. These tools allow those who might be unable to do video elements for the words they create to have options. Nova also talks about Wonder Studio. It allows for the creation of video effects with avatars and characters in live-action scenes. Segment 3: Nova and Kamilah talk about AI tools for music. Nova talks about WavTool for editing music via natural language. Kamilah talks about a tool called Mubert, which allows for music creation by a description of the type of music you want. License-free music that sounds good can be a challenge, Segment 4: Kamilah and Nova talk about AI tools for images. Nova talks about D-ID and the creation of her “Frankenstein” to create an animated avatar to tell a story. She talks about Synthesia doing AI model-driven videos. Kamilah talks about HitPaw for enhancing and upscaling images. Nova talks about Claid, a tool that lets you upload a photo of your product and use AI to create an entire photoshoot. This can make for easy and quick product demo while saving on costs to enhance the product. Kamilah talks about Move.AI – which adds movement to still photos and can be saved as a video file. Nova talks about how that can majorly expand on storytelling options. Accessible motion capture. Nova mentions LumaLab – which allows you to take photos and convert them to 3D models. Segment 5: Nova and Kamilah move on to words, apart from ChatGPT. Kamilah begins with Jasper, an AI copywriter focused on your tone and style. Nova talks about Wiseone for enhancing web searching and research. Another tool Nova mentions is Text Blaze for email and text messages, creating automated templates and such. Segment 6: Nova and Kamilah touch on AI Tools for presentations. Nova talks about Canva and their new AI edit features and upgrades over the last couple of months. Kamilah talks about Presentations.AI – which allows for the creation of personalized decks from a text description. Nova brings up Tome for story-driven presentation creation and Beautiful.ai. Conclusion: Kamilah and Nova conclude by talking about how these are just a few of the up-and-coming tools available for creators.   AI Generative AI AI for Creatives Crypto for Creatives AI AR Web3 Video Text to video Music Presentations Copywriting Images Social Media Pink Kangaru
AI for Creatives is a podcast by Creatives for Creatives connecting art, innovation, and humanity. Segment 1: Nova and Kamilah introduce the topic of the episode: whether AI will replace our purpose and change the meaning of life. They discuss how AI is rapidly advancing and the potential impact it could have on various aspects of our lives. Segment 2: Kamilah and Nova discuss OpenAI's newest development, a robot called Figure 01, which can understand natural language, reason, and perform tasks like picking up an apple when asked for something to eat. They express their fascination with the robot's human-like capabilities and question the potential implications of such advanced AI technology. Segment 3: Nova and Kamilah delve into the potential impact of AI on jobs and the economy. They discuss the possibility of job losses due to automation and the need for individuals to upskill and adapt to the changing landscape. They also explore the concept of a universal basic income as a potential solution. Segment 4: Kamilah and Nova emphasize the importance of preserving human creativity and imagination in the face of AI advancements. They highlight areas where human touch and experience cannot be replicated by AI, such as massage therapy, personal services, and education. They stress the need to define our purpose beyond our jobs and titles. Segment 5: The hosts explore the potential opportunities that AI could bring, such as cures for diseases, sustainable solutions, and more time for personal growth and exploration. They encourage the audience to shape the future by being aware of the changes and preparing for them, rather than being caught off guard. Segment 6: Kamilah and Nova assert that AI should be viewed as a tool and an enhancer, not a replacement for human capabilities. They emphasize the importance of maintaining a balance and not allowing AI to completely take over tasks that require human creativity, emotion, and experiences Conclusion: Ultimately, Nova and Kamilah conclude by emphasizing that AI will not replace our purpose if we don't let it. They encourage the audience to discover their purpose beyond their jobs, tied to their impact on others and their passions. By embracing change and staying true to their values, individuals can thrive in the AI-driven future without losing their sense of meaning and purpose in life. Kamilah on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kamilahsanders/ Nova on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/novalorraine/ AI Generative AI AI for Creatives Crypto for Creatives Web3 AR VR Creatives The Future Age of AI Blockchain AI Robots AI and the Meaning of Life AI and Purpose AI Tools Innovations Pink Kangaru
AI for Creatives is a podcast by Creatives for Creatives connecting art, innovation, and humanity. Segment 1: Nova and Kamilah discuss the use of AI in analyzing scripts to predict box office success, assessing elements like genre, themes, and characters. They express concern about relying solely on AI for such decisions, as it may perpetuate biases and overlook unique stories that fall outside traditional norms. Segment 2: Kamilah and Nova discuss how AI is being explored for casting decisions and analyzing actors' emotional expressions. The hosts argue for a hybrid approach, as AI may miss nuances in cultural appropriateness or an actor's full range. Human instinct and relationships are crucial in casting the right talent. Segment 3: Nova and Kamilah are optimistic about AI's potential in creating photorealistic visual effects, environments, and fantastical worlds. AI tools like those from NVIDIA and Adobe Sensei are already enhancing visual storytelling in movies and TV shows. Segment 4: To ensure AI enhances rather than replaces human creativity, Kamilah and Nova stress the importance of artists maintaining their unique voices and visions when collaborating with AI tools. Inclusive decision-making is also crucial to prevent biases. Segment 5: Transparency about AI involvement, accountability for AI-driven decisions, and protecting intellectual property rights of human creators are vital ethical concerns raised by Nova and Kamilah. Segment 6: Kamilah and Nova highlight the need to safeguard personal data collected by AI systems and protect the privacy of artists, actors, and audiences from unauthorized access or misuse. Conclusion: Ultimately, Nova and Kamilah advocate for empowering creatives by educating them about AI's capabilities and limitations. This will enable informed decisions and better leverage AI as a tool in the creative process, without compromising human-centric creativity, ethics, and diverse perspectives. Kamilah on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kamilahsanders/ Nova on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/novalorraine/ AI Generative AI AI for Creatives Crypto for Creatives Web3 AR VR Creatives The Future Age of AI Blockchain AI in Hollywood AI Video AI Tools Innovations Pink Kangaru
AI for Creatives is a podcast by Creatives for Creatives connecting art, innovation, and humanity. Segment 1: Nova shares exciting news - her art was digitized and landed on the moon as part of a historic moon landing and art preservation project. She is one of 222 global artists included. This is a first for a Jamaican fashion designer/artist. Segment 2: Kamilah and Nova introduce the video creator Sora released by OpenAI. It can generate complex, realistic videos up to a minute long from text prompts. The videos have accurate details, motion, and emotions. This is a major leap in AI video generation. Segment 3: Nova and Kamilah discuss the opportunities Sora presents for creating videos and films faster and cheaper, making movie production more accessible. However, it also threatens jobs in creative fields involving video production. Segment 4: Kamilah and Nova discuss concerns around imitating people without permission and protecting artistic works from being copied. Startups are building solutions using blockchain and other tech to authenticate human-created vs AI-created content. Segment 5: Nova and Kamilah urge listeners to have conversations about how AI will impact them, upskill and take action to benefit from the changes vs being passive. Creativity and access to tech are becoming more democratized so the income gap may start to close. Segment 6: Major advances like Sora will likely happen faster than expected. By 2030, the UN aims for universal internet access globally. People have power to shape policies around AI by demanding regulations. Conclusion: Kamilah and Nova encourage listeners to prepare for disruption, develop an abundance mindset, and see how they can participate in the AI "gold rush". They also encourage listeners to share concerns and ideas with peers and reach out to them as well. Kamilah on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kamilahsanders/ Nova on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/novalorraine/ AI Generative AI AI for Creatives Crypto for Creatives Web3 AR VR Creatives The Future Age of AI Blockchain Sora AI Video OpenAI AI Tools Innovations Pink Kangaru
AI for Creatives is a podcast by Creatives for Creatives connecting art, innovation, and humanity. Segment 1: The episode starts with a discussion between the co-hosts, Nova Lorraine and Kamilah Sanders, about their recent activities and experiences.  Kamilah mentions her excitement about the potential for collaboration and partnerships in various sectors, including sustainable fashion, where she is involved in an organization called Catalyst 2030. Segment 2: Nova shares her experiences attending New York Fashion Week and Digital Fashion Week, which were inspiring and allowed her to connect with creatives, designers, and innovators in the fashion industry. She also mentions her excitement about an upcoming collaboration with the Martha Verse, an art walk that will benefit elephant conservation. Segment 3: The hosts dive into the main topic of the episode: originality in the era of generative AI and its impact on the fashion industry. They discuss how AI and Web3 technologies are breaking down barriers, fostering global connections, and enabling partnerships and collaborations across cultures and communities. Segment 4: Kamilah shares her perspectives on how AI can contribute to sustainability efforts in fashion, such as reducing waste through virtual try-ons, predicting trends, and enabling on-demand production. She emphasizes the importance of using AI to validate authenticity and secure intellectual property to prevent copycats. Segment 5: Nova highlights the potential of AI in enhancing creativity and originality by combining traditional artistic skills with generative AI tools. She provides examples of how designers can differentiate themselves by incorporating dynamic elements, animation, and immersive environments into their designs using AI technologies. Segment 6: The hosts discuss the future of fashion in the AI era, envisioning more personalization, dynamic textiles, and experiential storytelling through immersive technologies like holograms and spatial computing. They emphasize the importance of designers sharing their unique stories and creating memorable experiences for their audiences. Conclusion: The episode concludes with a reminder to listeners to focus on their personal stories and authenticity as a way to stay original and combat the homogeneity that AI could potentially bring. The hosts encourage embracing new tools and technologies to enhance creativity while staying true to one's unique voice and experiences. AI Generative AI AI for Creatives Crypto for Creatives Web3 AR VR Creatives The Future Age of AI Blockchain Fashion Generative AI AI and Fashion AI Tools Innovations Pink Kangaru