Inception Point AI & The Future of Podcasting with William Corbin

In this episode of Pods Like Us, Marv sits down with William Corbin, Chief AI Officer and co-founder of Inception Point AI, to discuss the evolution of AI in podcasting, the creation of AI-generated voices, the business model behind Inception Point AI, and the future of content creation. William shares behind-the-scenes stories, ethical considerations, and how AI is making content more accessible and personalized.

Timestamps -

00:00 – Introduction & Guest Welcome ● Marv introduces William Corbin and the founding team of Inception Point AI. ● William’s current role as Chief AI Officer. 01:30 – The Founding Story ● How William assembled the founding team using AI. ● The unique process of selecting Janine Wright as CEO via AI analysis. 02:30 – Company Motto & AI-First Culture ● Inception Point AI’s creed: “Always AI, always forward, always fun.” ● How AI is integrated into every aspect of the company. 02:50 – William’s Podcasting Origins ● Early podcasting experiments in 2004 with RSS feeds. ● The journey from hobbyist to professional podcaster. 05:00 – The Coronavirus 411 Podcast ● Launching a daily COVID-19 news podcast. ● Achieving syndication on 1,800 radio stations and becoming the #2 daily news podcast. 06:30 – The Power of Niche Content ● Using AI to create hyper-targeted podcasts (e.g., fishing reports for specific lakes). ● The value of serving small, passionate audiences. 08:00 – AI’s Role in Content Accessibility ● How AI transforms raw data into engaging stories. ● Making content accessible for people with disabilities. 10:00 – The Evolution from Blogging to Podcasting ● The shift from written blogs to audio content. ● Podcasting as the new “blogosphere.” 12:00 – Quality Control & AI-Generated Voices ● Challenges with AI-generated content: glitches, fact-checking, and quality assurance. ● Moving from voice clones to fully AI-generated voices for ethical and legal reasons. 15:00 – Ethical Considerations in AI Voice Creation ● Avoiding unauthorized use of real voices (e.g., Siri’s voice actress story). ● Transparency and consent in AI voice usage. 18:00 – The Origin of “Inception Point” ● How the company name was chosen with the help of AI. 20:00 – AI Voices as Non-Characters ● Creating backstories for AI voices without misleading listeners. ● Ensuring authenticity and transparency. 22:00 – Business Model & Monetization ● Three revenue streams: licensing, ad revenue, and partnerships. ● AI personalities as brand ambassadors. 25:00 – The Future of AI in Content Creation ● AI’s growing intelligence and its impact on media. ● The importance of advocating for AI as a new form of intelligence. 28:00 – Addressing Backlash & Industry Resistance ● Reactions to AI in Hollywood and the podcasting community. ● The importance of starting conversations about AI’s role in media. 32:00 – AI vs. Human-Hosted Podcasts ● Surprising listener growth after switching to AI hosts. ● Where AI excels and where human hosts still shine. 35:00 – Content Longevity & Accessibility ● The value of evergreen podcast content. ● Making content accessible to all, including those with disabilities. 38:00 – The Impact of AI on Jobs ● AI’s role in creating new job opportunities. ● The need for optimism and adaptability in the face of technological change. 41:00 – Reviving Underutilized Content ● Using AI to give new life to old research, university archives, and media catalogs. 44:00 – Serving Underserved Audiences ● Producing “critical content” for niche audiences (e.g., allergy reports, space weather). 47:00 – Embracing Mistakes & Continuous Improvement ● The importance of learning from errors in AI and human content creation. 50:00 – The Diversity of Podcasting ● The wide range of podcast genres and formats. ● The role of smart speakers in podcast discovery. 53:00 – Living Biographies & Real-Time Updates ● AI-powered biographies that update as public figures’ lives evolve. 56:00 – Novelty Podcasts & Audience Insights ● Unique podcast concepts (e.g., “A Moment of Silence,” “Bird Songs for Cats”). ● Data-driven content creation. 59:00 – Final Thoughts & Contact Information ● William’s passion for accessible content and technology. ● How to contact William and Inception Point AI.

Contact & Resources - William Corbin: william@inceptionpoint.ai | LinkedIn ● Inception Point AI: info@inceptionpoint.ai ● Pods Like Us: themarvzone.org