In this episode of Digital Society, we revisit the question of generative AI and it's application in the media and communication industries. Michelle O'Connor and Travis Holland discuss the role and potential uses of AI in radio, journalism, podcasting and other aspects of media production and education. Student Rachel Vanderhel reflects on the links between AI and social media.

This is a special episode of Digital Society produced as part of The Big Rhetorical Podcast's 2023 Podcast Carnival, running from 28-31. Check out other episodes at https://thebigrhetoricalpodcast.weebly.com/.

The carnival will conclude with a keynote interview with Dr. Isabel Pedeson, Professor of Communication Studies at Toronto Ontario Tech University and Founding Director of the Digital Life Institute. To read more about Dr. Pedersen’s research, including her new book, Augmentation Technologies and Artificial Intelligence in Technical Communication, head to the Digital Life Institute website: https://www.digitallife.org.