The Family History AI Show

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  • Welcome to "The Family History AI Show," your go-to podcast for the latest news and views on artificial intelligence and family history. Join Steve Little, world-class authority in AI and genealogy, and Mark Thompson, professional genealogist, educator, and technology expert, as they explore the fascinating intersection of family history and AI. In each episode, Mark and Steve unpack the latest news and tools in AI, delivering clear, accessible insights on how you can transform your personal genealogy journey using AI and how AI is reshaping the genealogy community as a whole.
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  • EP18: Claude Improves AI Writing, ChatGPT Desktop Apps Arrive, OpenAI Joins AI-Enhanced Search Race, Apple Begins AI Rollout, Meta Brings Reuter’s News to Facebook

    EP18: Claude Improves AI Writing, ChatGPT Desktop Apps Arrive, OpenAI Joins AI-Enhanced Search Race, Apple Begins AI Rollout, Meta Brings Reuter’s News to Facebook
    Nov 21 2024

    Co-hosts Mark Thompson and Steve Little discuss how Anthropic's Claude 3.5 Sonnet upgrade has made Claude an even better AI writer. This make's it even easier to write a great research report.

    They move on to explore OpenAI's new desktop apps and Advanced Voice Mode, discussing how voice interaction could transform genealogical research, particularly for those who prefer speaking to typing. Combining search and AI in the same tool will be a huge timesaver for genealogy research.

    This week's Tip of the Week reveals the best ways to leverage free AI tools for family history research. There’s no need to pay for AI tools if you only need these features a few times a day.

    In RapidFire, they examine the future of AI agents, Apple's cautious AI rollout in iOS 18.1, and Meta's strategic content partnership with Reuters.

    Timestamps:

    In the News:

    02:20 Claude 3.5 Sonnet (new): AI Writing Reaches New Heights

    06:50 ChatGPT Desktop Apps: Now Available for Both Macs and PCs

    14:00 AI Search Gets Real: AI-Enhanced Search From ChatGPT

    Tip of the Week:

    19:20 Free AI Tools: How To Get Premium AI Results For Free

    RapidFire:

    26:50 AI Agents: The Future of Computer Interaction

    31:20 Apple Intelligence: IOS 18.1 Starts the Rollout of AI for Apple

    40:26 Meta's Reuters Deal: The First (of Many?) Content Partnerships for Facebook

    Resource Links:

    ANTHROPIC

    Claude 3.5 Sonnet

    https://www.anthropic.com/claude/sonnet

    Projects feature

    https://www.anthropic.com/news/projects

    OPENAI

    ChatGPT

    https://chatgpt.com/

    Desktop Apps

    https://openai.com/chatgpt/desktop/

    Advanced Voice Mode

    https://help.openai.com/en/articles/8400625-voice-mode-faq

    GPT Search

    https://openai.com/index/introducing-chatgpt-search/

    APPLE

    iOS 18.1

    https://www.apple.com/ca/newsroom/2024/10/apple-intelligence-is-available-today-on-iphone-ipad-and-mac/

    Apple Intelligence

    https://www.apple.com/apple-intelligence/

    Siri

    https://www.apple.com/siri/

    Apple Photo Search

    https://9to5mac.com/2024/09/25/photos-search-in-ios-181-actually-works-thanks-to-apple-intelligence/

    META

    Meta AI

    https://ai.meta.com/meta-ai/

    Reuters Partnership

    https://www.reuters.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/meta-platforms-use-reuters-news-content-ai-chatbot-2024-10-25/

    MISC

    Perplexity

    https://www.perplexity.ai

    Microsoft Copilot

    https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/copilot

    Tags:

    Artificial Intelligence, Technology, Cloud Computing, Machine Learning, Family History, Genealogy, AI, Mobile Technology, Natural Language Processing, Large Language Models, Generative AI, AI Search, Voice Assistants, AI Agents, Research Tools, Content Creation, Digital Writing, Document Analysis, Privacy, Data Protection, AI Ethics, Claude 3.5 Sonnet, ChatGPT, Apple Intelligence, Meta AI, Perplexity, Microsoft Copilot, iOS 18.1, Siri, AI Writing, Desktop Applications, Mobile Apps, Photo Organization, Email Tools, Content Partnerships, Source Citation, Voice Interaction, User Experience, Cloud Services, Free Tools, Premium Features, Tool Comparison, Workflow Optimization, Family Research, Genealogy Tools, Research Reports, Narrative Writing, Genealogists, Family Historians, Tech Writers, Researchers, Digital Creators
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    44 mins
  • EP17: AI Writing Gets Easier with OpenAI’s New Canvas Feature, Chatbots Try to Replace Traditional Software, Privacy Protection and AI, Big NotebookLM Updates

    EP17: AI Writing Gets Easier with OpenAI’s New Canvas Feature, Chatbots Try to Replace Traditional Software, Privacy Protection and AI, Big NotebookLM Updates
    Nov 12 2024
    Co-hosts Mark Thompson and Steve Little examine OpenAI's new Canvas feature, demonstrating how this split-screen interface revolutionizes document creation and editing for genealogists. Locality guides and research reports are used as practical examples.They explore how AI platforms like Canvas and Perplexity Spaces are challenging traditional software, suggesting a future where content creation happens primarily within AI environments rather than conventional office applications.This week's Tip of the Week addresses critical privacy considerations when using AI tools, introducing the practical "Water Cooler Rule" for protecting sensitive genealogical data.In RapidFire, they discuss Apple's research on AI reasoning, NotebookLM's enhanced audio overview capabilities for turning historical documents into conversations, and preview Apple's upcoming AI features in iOS 18.1.Whether you're embracing AI tools or just starting to explore them, this episode offers valuable insights into the evolving landscape of AI’s and genealogical research.Timestamps:In the News:04:15 OpenAI Canvas: The New Frontier of AI Writing12:40 The Great Shift: AI Platforms vs Traditional Software26:20 Perplexity Spaces: Collaborative AI Research BreakthroughTip of the Week:31:30 Privacy & Protection: Smart Guidelines for AI Use in Family HistoryRapidFire:39:15 Apple's Research on AI Reasoning: What It Means for Users43:40 NotebookLM's Game-Changing Audio Features49:25 Apple Intelligence: iOS 18.1 PreviewResource LinksOpenAIChatGPT: https://chatgpt.com/ Canvas feature: https://openai.com/index/introducing-canvas/AnthropicClaude 3.5 Sonnet: https://www.anthropic.com/claude/sonnet Artifacts feature: https://support.anthropic.com/en/articles/9487310-what-are-artifacts-and-how-do-i-use-themProjects feature: https://www.anthropic.com/news/projects GoogleNotebookLM: https://notebooklm.google.com/ Google Docs: https://docs.google.com/ Google Slides: https://slides.google.com/ Audio Overview feature: https://blog.google/technology/ai/notebooklm-update-october-2024/PerplexitySpaces (collaborative feature): https://www.perplexity.ai/hub/faq/what-are-spacesPages feature: https://www.perplexity.ai/hub/blog/perplexity-pagesMicrosoftMicrosoft Office: https://www.office.com/ Microsoft Word: https://www.microsoft.com/word Microsoft Excel: https://www.microsoft.com/excel Outlook with Copilot: https://www.microsoft.com/outlook AppleApple Intelligence: https://www.apple.com/apple-intelligence/ Siri: https://www.apple.com/siri/ VOICE ASSISTANTS:Siri (Apple): https://www.apple.com/siri/ Alexa (Amazon): https://developer.amazon.com/alexa Google Assistant: https://assistant.google.com/ GENEALOGY RESOURCES:North Carolina Genealogical Society: https://www.ncgenealogy.org/ National Genealogical Society (NGS): https://www.ngsgenealogy.org/ East Coast Genetic Genealogy Seminar: https://ecggc.org/ Internet Archive (archive.org): https://archive.org/ RESEARCH TOOLS:Leeds Method (DNA analysis): https://www.danaleeds.com/the-leeds-method/ Custom GPTs: https://openai.com/index/introducing-gpts/PRESENTERS/EXPERTS MENTIONED:David McCorkle: http://davidmccorkle.com/ Dana Leeds: https://www.danaleeds.com/ Professor Ethan Mullock (author of "Cointelligence"): https://www.oneusefulthing.org/p/i-cyborg-using-co-intelligenceTagsFamily History, Genealogy, Artificial Intelligence, AI, Generative AI, OpenAI Canvas, Canvas, AI Writing, Privacy Tips, Apple AI, Perplexity Spaces, NotebookLM, ChatGPT, Claude, Anthropic, Microsoft Office, Google Notebook, Perplexity, iOS 18, Genealogy Tools, Family Research, DNA Genealogy, Genealogy Research, Family Historian, AI Tools, Content Creation, Digital Writing, Collaboration, Workspaces, Smart Assistants, Document Editing, Research Tools, Writing Tools, Data Privacy, Data Protection, AI Privacy, AI Ethics, Target Audience: Genealogists, Family Historians, Tech Writers, Researchers, Digital Creators.
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    54 mins
  • EP16: Genetic Genealogy Conference Roundup, Open AI Launches Canvas, AI Disclosure, Google Photos Goes AI, Nobel Prizes Focus on AI

    EP16: Genetic Genealogy Conference Roundup, Open AI Launches Canvas, AI Disclosure, Google Photos Goes AI, Nobel Prizes Focus on AI
    Oct 15 2024

    Co-hosts Mark Thompson and Steve Little recap their experiences at the East Coast Genetic Genealogy Conference last week, highlighting Dana Leeds' innovative use of AI for efficiently created charts using the Leeds Method.

    They then explore OpenAI's new Canvas feature, comparing it to Claude's Artifacts, and discuss its potential for genealogical research.

    Next, Mark and Steve review Google's Notebook LM, examining its ability to turn documents into engaging podcasts and its usefulness for genealogical research.

    Don’t miss this week's Tip of the Week, which focuses on the importance of disclosing AI-generated content in genealogical work.

    In RapidFire, they cover Google Photos' upcoming AI-powered search feature, Nobel Prizes awarded to AI researchers, Microsoft's reintroduction of screen capture technology as Copilot Vision, and more.

    Whether you're a tech enthusiast or a family historian, this episode offers valuable insights into the latest AI advancements and their impact on genealogy.

    Timestamps:

    In the News:

    02:51 Recap of East Coast Genetic Genealogy Conference

    07:35 Dana Leeds' innovative use of AI for the Leeds Method

    12:52 OpenAI's new Canvas feature

    20:54 Google's Notebook LM and its applications in genealogy

    Tip of the Week:

    29:16 Disclosing AI-generated content in genealogical work

    RapidFire:

    42:34 Google Photos' upcoming AI-powered search

    47:26 Nobel Prizes awarded to AI researchers

    53:16 Microsoft's Copilot Vision: Reintroduction of screen capture technology

    57:32 Closing thoughts and announcements

    Resource Links

    East Coast Genetic Genealogy Conference

    https://ecggc.org/

    The Leeds Method with Claude Artifacts

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tp5DzuLeaN4

    ChatGPT

    https://openai.com/chatgpt

    Claude AI

    https://www.anthropic.com/claude

    OpenAI

    https://openai.com/

    Google Notebook LM

    https://notebooklm.google/

    FamilySearch

    https://www.familysearch.org

    MyHeritage

    https://www.myheritage.com/

    Google Photos

    https://photos.google.com/

    Nobel Prize

    https://www.nobelprize.org/prizes/physics/2024/summary/

    https://www.nobelprize.org/prizes/chemistry/2024/summary/

    Microsoft Copilot Vision

    https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-copilot/blog/2024/10/01/introducing-copilot-labs-and-copilot-vision/

    Adobe

    https://www.adobe.com/

    Google DeepMind

    https://deepmind.google/

    Microsoft Edge

    https://www.microsoft.com/edge

    Tags

    Artificial Intelligence, Genealogy, Family History, Technology, OpenAI, Google, Microsoft, ChatGPT, Claude, Canvas, Artifacts, Notebook LM, AI Ethics, AI Disclosure, East Coast Genetic Genealogy Conference, Leeds Method, AI in Research, Google Photos, Nobel Prize, AI Researchers, Copilot Vision, Screen Capture, AI Advancements, Genealogical Research, AI Tools, AI News, Responsible AI Use, AI Privacy, AI Safety, AI Development
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    59 mins

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