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The release of 'Virtually Parkinson,' featuring an AI recreation of the late talk show host, has sparked criticism from comedians and skepticism about AI's role in entertainment.

Overview

  • The podcast 'Virtually Parkinson,' which uses AI to recreate Michael Parkinson's voice, debuted with an interview featuring singer Jason Derulo.
  • Comedian Jenny Eclair criticized the project as a 'terrible idea,' citing concerns about competition in the crowded podcast space and its impact on living creators.
  • Producers defended the podcast as an exploration of AI's relationship with humans, emphasizing that it created 15 new jobs and was supported by Parkinson's family.
  • Critics, including gardening presenter Monty Don, highlighted the AI's lack of human responsiveness and conversational nuance during interviews.
  • The project raises broader ethical and practical questions about AI's role in preserving legacies and its potential to disrupt creative industries.