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The Voice Box

著者: Jeff Adams
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  • Welcome to The Voice Box, a podcast all about the fascinating world of voice and speech technology! Every week, we bring you in-depth interviews with experts in the field, covering everything from the latest advances in natural language processing to the ethical implications of voice assistants.

    Whether you're a developer working on your own voice-powered project, a business trying to elevate your customer experience through conversational AI, Bots or Automated Quality Controls or simply someone who's interested in the future of how we interact with technology, The Voice Box has something for you. Our guests come from a wide range of backgrounds, including academia, industry, and startups, giving you a well-rounded perspective on the state of the field.

    In each episode, we delve into the business and technical details of how voice and speech technology works, exploring topics like machine learning, signal processing, natural language understanding and processing and linguistics. But we also go beyond the nuts and bolts to discuss the broader implications of these technologies for society. How will voice assistants change the way we live and work? What are the ethical considerations surrounding their use? How will voice biometrics secure and protect our accounts? We tackle these and other big questions on The Voice Box.

    So, join us as we explore the exciting and rapidly evolving world of voice and speech technology. With The Voice Box, you'll stay up to date on the latest developments and gain a deeper understanding of the technologies shaping our future.

    The Voice Box is hosted by brothers Jeff and Darin Adams. Jeff has a 30-year history working in speech & language technology. He led R&D teams at Dragon, Nuance, Yap, and Amazon before founding Cobalt Speech & Language. Darin has a 30-year history in television broadcasting and is a consummate interviewer. With Jeff and Darin, you will always be informed and entertained.

    The Voice Box is sponsored by Cobalt Speech and Language, a leading provider of voice technology to companies around the world. Drop us a line to explore how we can help you win with voice: info@cobaltspeech.com

    Podcast theme music is graciously provided by The Garden Plot. (Spotify)

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Welcome to The Voice Box, a podcast all about the fascinating world of voice and speech technology! Every week, we bring you in-depth interviews with experts in the field, covering everything from the latest advances in natural language processing to the ethical implications of voice assistants.

Whether you're a developer working on your own voice-powered project, a business trying to elevate your customer experience through conversational AI, Bots or Automated Quality Controls or simply someone who's interested in the future of how we interact with technology, The Voice Box has something for you. Our guests come from a wide range of backgrounds, including academia, industry, and startups, giving you a well-rounded perspective on the state of the field.

In each episode, we delve into the business and technical details of how voice and speech technology works, exploring topics like machine learning, signal processing, natural language understanding and processing and linguistics. But we also go beyond the nuts and bolts to discuss the broader implications of these technologies for society. How will voice assistants change the way we live and work? What are the ethical considerations surrounding their use? How will voice biometrics secure and protect our accounts? We tackle these and other big questions on The Voice Box.

So, join us as we explore the exciting and rapidly evolving world of voice and speech technology. With The Voice Box, you'll stay up to date on the latest developments and gain a deeper understanding of the technologies shaping our future.

The Voice Box is hosted by brothers Jeff and Darin Adams. Jeff has a 30-year history working in speech & language technology. He led R&D teams at Dragon, Nuance, Yap, and Amazon before founding Cobalt Speech & Language. Darin has a 30-year history in television broadcasting and is a consummate interviewer. With Jeff and Darin, you will always be informed and entertained.

The Voice Box is sponsored by Cobalt Speech and Language, a leading provider of voice technology to companies around the world. Drop us a line to explore how we can help you win with voice: info@cobaltspeech.com

Podcast theme music is graciously provided by The Garden Plot. (Spotify)

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  • The Voices of Cobalt - Shahruk Hossain
    2024/11/06

    Join us for "The Voices of Cobalt" - a special series of behind-the-scenes interviews with the speech experts of Cobalt Speech & Language.

    Our guest this week is Shahruk Hossain, an all-around expert in all things speech tech, who joins us from Bangladesh to talk about talking ovens, voicebots to check in on hospital patients after they're discharged, and the definition of "factotem".

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    33 分
  • David Forman - Clarity Creative
    2024/03/08

    David Forman is a visionary entrepreneur and digital marketing expert, renowned for his innovative use of speech and voice technology to revolutionize business operations.

    With a background in corporate management and a passion for maximizing efficiency, David has consistently sought out cutting-edge solutions to streamline processes and drive success.

    As the founder of Clarity Creative, a leading digital marketing agency, David has spearheaded initiatives to leverage speech recognition technology, notably utilizing Otter.ai to record and transcribe meetings seamlessly.

    His forward-thinking approach has not only transformed how his team communicates and collaborates but has also significantly enhanced client satisfaction and project turnaround times.

    David's philosophy of "productive laziness" underscores his commitment to finding efficient solutions to complex challenges, inspiring his team to embrace innovation and prioritize effectiveness in their endeavors.

    Beyond his entrepreneurial pursuits, David is dedicated to sharing his expertise and insights, actively engaging with industry peers to explore the vast potential of speech and voice technology in diverse contexts.

    With a keen focus on continual improvement and a drive to push the boundaries of what is possible, David Forman stands at the forefront of the digital marketing landscape, guiding businesses toward greater efficiency, productivity, and success through the power of speech technology.


    Main Takeaways

    1. Efficiency through Technology: David demonstrates how embracing speech and voice technology, exemplified by Otter.ai, can significantly enhance productivity and streamline business operations, particularly in recording and transcribing meetings with precision and ease.

    2. Productive Laziness Philosophy: David's concept of "productive laziness" highlights the importance of seeking efficient solutions to tasks and processes, ultimately freeing up time for more meaningful endeavors and driving progress in both personal and professional spheres.

    3. Future of Speech Technology: Looking ahead, David envisions further advancements in speech technology, including automatic summarization of meetings and task assignment based on transcriptions, underscoring the transformative potential of AI-driven solutions in reshaping work dynamics and communication methods.


    Key Timestamps

    [00:01:41] Introduction of David Forman by Darin and Jeff, highlighting his expertise in leveraging speech and voice technology to transform business operations.

    [00:06:21] David explains the concept of "productive laziness" from his previous job, emphasizing the importance of finding efficient solutions to tasks and processes.

    [00:09:55] David discusses his vision for the future of speech technology, including automatic summarization of meetings and task assignment based on transcriptions.

    [00:15:57] Jeff compares Cobalt's speech technology with Otter.ai, highlighting Cobalt's focus on providing core technology for integration into other platforms and discussing ongoing projects in emotion and speaker recognition.

    [00:17:36] Advancements in speech technology, such as task assignment based on transcriptions, and emphasizes the importance of characterizing speakers' voices for enhanced functionality, offering a glimpse into the future of Cobalt's developments.


    Guest Quotes

    1. "Productive laziness is about finding more time to do things efficiently, not wasting time on unnecessary tasks." - David Forman

    2. "Speech and voice technology have unlocked a new level of efficiency in our meetings, allowing us to focus on meaningful tasks rather than tedious note-taking." - David Forman

    3. "Embrace innovation and prioritize effectiveness in your endeavors to drive progress and success in both personal and professional spheres." - David Forman

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    19 分
  • Alyson Pace - Voiceitt
    28 分

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