Tag: Storytelling
Why AI-Generated Audiobooks Are the Fast Food of Literature
The author argues that AI voices, in no matter the language, are sorry substitutes for humans when it comes to narrating audiobooks — asserting that they pose a threat to the future of literature.
The Language of Story
Global brand storytelling lies at the intersection of linguistics, cultural anthropology, and marketing strategy. Success requires more than just good translation; it demands a deep understanding of how languages shape perception and how stories resonate across cultural boundaries.
Humor and AI: Does it travel?
Conversational interfaces such as chatbots and voice assistants present many localization challenges — humor, for example. And that’s not even considering if the original content was all that funny to begin with.
Are You A Startup Sherpa Or A UX Rockstar? Don’t Believe A Word
Shopping Around For Sherpas
Check out this superb article by linguist, lexicographer, columnist, and self-described "all-around word nut" Ben Zimmer (@bgzimmer) in The Atlantic. Ben discusses the cultural...