Are you curious about how AI is shaping the future of journalism? Join us in this enlightening podcast episode with Naomi Delkamiller, a senior at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Naomi recently completed a groundbreaking course on AI and journalism, led by Professor Matthew Waite, which delved into how AI is revolutionizing storytelling and the newsroom environment.

During our conversation, Naomi shares her journey of understanding AI’s role in enhancing newsroom productivity and the ethical considerations that arise in this evolving landscape. From experimental classroom projects to real-world applications, Naomi’s experiences offer a fresh perspective on what lies ahead for aspiring journalists.

Naomi’s proactive approach to her education highlights her dedication to staying ahead in the rapidly changing journalism industry. Whether you’re a seasoned journalist or just starting, this episode is packed with thought-provoking discussions and practical insights.

Tune in to discover:

  • How AI is already embedded in our daily lives.
  • Key takeaways from a 16-week AI and Journalism course.
  • The importance of AI awareness and its ethical implications.
  • Real-world applications and experiments with AI in small-town newsrooms.
  • The necessity of human oversight in AI-generated content.

Quotes to Remember:

  • “I see a lot of people passively talk about artificial intelligence or they mention kind of the buzzwords around it… I was just curious to kind of see what’s behind that and can we go a little bit deeper and can I actually apply this?” — Naomi Delkamiller
  • “Honestly, we called a lot of small town newspapers in Nebraska just asking how they might see this applied to their own newsrooms. And we were met with a lot of, well, why would we do that? People trust us.” — Naomi Delkamiller
  • “Sports Illustrated used AI to create fake personas of writers. It just became obvious and people started calling it out… I think that’s where some mistrust really developed.” — Naomi Delkamiller

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No matter where you are on your journalism journey, this episode is sure to inspire and inform. If you enjoyed this conversation, don’t forget to subscribe for more episodes like this one.

Further Information:

Time Stamps for Key Topics:

  • (03:53) AI in our daily lives already.
  • (06:48) Key takeaways from a 16-week AI and Journalism college course.
  • (13:01) Generation needs awareness of AI’s good/bad uses.
  • (16:17) Experimenting, refining, and adjusting queries for better outcomes.
  • (19:34) AI limitations require realistic expectations and feasible requests.
  • (21:31) Experimenting with AI voice replication software.

For a deep dive into how AI is transforming journalism, listen to the full episode now.