In this engaging episode of The Tech Humanist Show, host Kate O’Neill sits down with the multifaceted Casey Erin Clark, co-founder of Vital Voice Training, to explore the profound connections between voice, human communication, and technology. With AI and voice technologies becoming increasingly prevalent, Casey shares her unique perspective on how these developments impact our understanding and utilization of the human voice.

From examining the biases inherited by AI voice assistants to discussing the complex interplay between emotions, body, and voice, Casey and Kate delve deep into how we can harness our embodied experiences to communicate more authentically and effectively in an AI-driven world. Casey passionately argues for the importance of acknowledging our human messiness as a crucial component that sets us apart from machines.

Tune in to discover how emotions manifest in our voices, the societal implications of gendered voice technologies, and how we can embrace our full human potential in an age of rapid technological advancement. Whether you’re intrigued by vocal performance, interested in AI ethics, or simply curious about the future of human-machine interaction, this episode promises to offer valuable insights and thought-provoking discussions.

Join us for this thought leadership conversation, and learn how to find your Vital Voice in a technological world.

Guest Contact Information:

Website:CaseyErinClark.com
Instagram: @CaseyErinClark
X.com: @CaseyErinClark
LinkedIn: Casey Erin Clark

Topics Covered:

• The Role of Emotions in Human Voice
• Impact of AI on Voice Communication
• Human Voice vs. AI Communication
• Misconceptions about Human Voice
• The Business Context and Emotional Desensitization
• Communication of Meanning
• AI and Voice Simulation
• Biases in AI-Generated Voices
• Voice Technology and Society
• Digital Age and Effective Communication
• Sense Making and the Human Experience

Episode Chapters

00:00 AI amplifies human biases; exploit human advantages.
06:42 People ignore emotions to remain composed professionally.
10:05 Emotions last 90 seconds unless prolonged internally.
14:09 Technology’s impact isn’t neutral; voice selections matter.
15:20 AI assistants default to feminine; choice impacts perception.
19:03 Embrace your body’s sensory and emotional awareness.
23:10 Kitten’s insights vs AI’s sense-making contrasted.
25:44 Embrace human uniqueness alongside intelligent machines.