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Starting from Liz Faber's seminal work on computer voices, this talk will venture into the unexpected connections between voice and AI.

From HAL 3000 to Siri, voices had a substantial role in the subjectification and humanization of machines that helped positioning AIs as ‘mythical beings’ capable of mimicking, thinking, and talking like humans. Arguably this process exempted AI from a conscious sociological analysis.

In this talk, we will trace a line between a theory of voice as a possible theory for/against AI. With examples of talking AIs, imagined creatures and speculative AI futures, we will explore the multiple connexions between voice, AI, and posthumanism.

Join us online on YouTube Live, or in the building on Friday 17th February 2023 at 1pm for the talk and to take part in the Q and A discussion afterwards. 

The Pervasive Media Studio is a partnership between the Watershed, University of the West of England and University of Bristol. The lunchtime talks are partly supported by MyWorld, a project led by the University of Bristol to support creative industries in the region. Watershed is supported by Arts Council England. 

Address:

Watershed, 1 Canon's Rd, Bristol BS1 5TX

Directions:

The Lunchtime talks take place in the Pervasive Media Studio Event Space. To access the Studio, please go to the Main Watershed Box Office entrance and go upstairs to the Café Bar. Walk across the cafe bar, turn right and walk towards the double doors. Go through into the corridor and walk all the way down until you reach the Studio. A member of staff will sign you in, and check your ticket, if you have booked.

The Studio is wheelchair accessible, and the events space has a hearing loop. The last talk of every month is BSL interpreted. 

For more information on accessing the studio take a look here.

*Please note this is a hybrid event and will be live streamed so please be aware you will be in the live broadcast and recording when watching in the Studio.