Night Owls Episode 47 (With Deb Roy and Kathy Cramer)
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Dec 11, 2024 Deb Roy, a media arts and sciences professor at MIT and co-founder of Cortico, joins Kathy Cramer, a political science professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, to discuss innovative AI systems promoting dialogue. They delve into how technology can elevate underrepresented voices, the effectiveness of smaller group discussions over traditional meetings, and the emotional disconnect felt by rural voters in politics. The conversation emphasizes understanding personal narratives to bridge political divides and create healthier community interactions.
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Race Discussions on Campus
- Kathy Cramer used Cortico with students of color, who openly discussed their experiences with race.
- White students listened to recordings, fostering a different kind of racial dialogue.
Democratizing Conversation
- Cortico optimizes for listening and conversation, unlike social media.
- It aims to democratize the skills of hosting high-quality conversations and enabling them to travel.
AI-Powered Sense-Making
- Cortico uses AI to discover themes and patterns in recorded conversations.
- AI helps identify recurring themes, making sense of open-ended discussions.
