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Battle AI frustration and get inspired with the brothers! This week, author Keith reveals his struggles and triumphs using AI writing tools. From Amazon headaches to surprising creative breakthroughs, this episode zooms in on the wild world of AI-powered publishing. Plus, a taste of Google Gemini's potential and Ajani's idea for a time-twisting therapy show! Key Takeaways: Traditional publishing hurdles remain: Formatting, pre-orders, and working with Amazon can be tricky.ISBN frustrations: The cost and control imposed by services like Bowker can be a barrier for indie authors.Google Gemini's creative spark: This AI model offers a distinct personality and promising writing style.Different AIs, different strengths: Explore models like Chat GPT and Gemini to find what suits your work.Unlock ideas via prompting: Guide your AI writing assistant for the best results.AI helps build fictional worlds: Generate fresh concepts and expand your possibilities.From microfiction to full series: Experiment with AI to find stories or even develop them into large-scale projects."Therapist Across Time" potential: Unique show concept taps into our fascination with history and advice.Struggles aren't always personal: Perspective matters when tackling challengesEmbrace the messy edit: Rewriting is a key part of creating your best work.Time travel is tricky: Media portrayals often face limitationsBe the boss of your AI tools: Direct the AI's output for your desired creative outcome. Don't miss Keith at VirtuousCon2024! The premiere Black indie sci/fi fantasy annual online gathering from 23 - 25 Feb 24 (0700 - 1700 EST) Explode your writing skill and scale your business - Hire Keith as an AI writing consultant! Send an email to [email protected] or send a DM Get Keith's military autobiography here. Unlock novel writing with AI here. Read Keith's microfiction here. Explore Keith's website here. Timestamps00:00 Introduction and Initial Discussion 02:47 Keith's Book Writing Journey 07:06 Pre-Orders and Amazon's Reminder System 13:16 Amazon's Charging Practices 17:03 The Challenges of Formatting and ISBNs 26:02 Upcoming Topics and Google Gemini 29:26 Different Personalities of AI Models 30:15 Analytical vs. Creative Writing 31:47 The Advantage of Prompting 32:15 World Building with AI 34:14 The Power of World Building 36:36 Using AI to Generate Story Ideas 38:43 Creating Series from AI-Generated Worlds 42:36 Experimenting with Micro Fiction 44:11 Small Bets in Fiction Writing 45:37 The Power of AI in Fiction Writing 49:07 The Therapist Across Time Show 53:49 Listening and Providing Advice 56:31 Understanding that it's not personal 57:20 Reflecting on past struggles 58:16 The importance of perspective 59:23 The...

The brothers reunite for the first episode of 2024. The discussion centers around hindsight perspective. Highlights: Video game music is cool nowWhat Ajani learned from "Dark Deity"Breaking news is breaking our spiritIs "Coach Prime" annoying?Storytelling and the state of traditional televisionKeith's website redesign42:00 - An email list ultimatumHow to write a book49:00 - The journey of 1000 miles (going West)52:15 - Loss of faith56:00 - The Last Marathon63:00 - The trouble with incomprehensible expertise68:00 - Getting back to the beginner mindset71:15 - Can you go back to childhood?72:30 - How to start over again?74:15 - Renew your faith with this strategy78:00 - Closing Keith's Full Marathon Sob Story: "The Last Marathon - Part 1" "The Last Marathon - Part 2" Keith's website: Home - Keith Hayden

It's the 2-year anniversary episode of the podcast! In this one, Keith describes a revolutionary new writing process. Ajani drops secrets to making stand out creative work. The largest tug-of-war in the world? The brothers participated in this bizarre (only in Japan) event. The outcome of the contest and other stories from Ajani's visit to Japan. Support this podcast with the links below! We appreciate you! LINKS Get a custom novel w/Story Spinner: https://khayden22.gumroad.com/l/storyspinner Learn Japanese with an original story: Maldives Madness: English to Japanese Lingua Fiction Book (gumroad.com) Keith's Japanese Horror Story: 暗闇の口 - 第1章 (咲希): ハロウィーンストリー｜キース⋆ヘイデン（Keith H） | クリエイター | 著者 (note.com) Keith's creative newsletter: The Creative Futurist Keith's X (Twitter): (11) Keith Hayden 🎵✍🏾🤖 (@kh_author) / X (twitter.com) Keith's Website: - Keith Hayden

Keith survives the biggest storm to hit Okinawa in 5 years and lives to tell about it. Ajani gets into horror media. Both discuss their latest AI work: Keith writes an AI-assisted book in 1 week; Ajani puts himself in a Stable Diffusion model. Keith's fantasy sci-fi choose-your-own-adventure book: https://khayden22.gumroad.com/l/islandofsoulsbook Book trailer for Keith's adventure sports book "Maldives Madness" https://youtu.be/ExJXZqFcaSU?si=-bFxF78xHvj6SBcF Find Keith online: X (Twitter) Website The Creative Futurist - Newsletter

Robots! Ajani buys a new automated vacuum that drives his dogs nuts. Keith describes how he'd put an AI-version of himself to work. Both discuss artificial intelligence's massive potential to disrupt education and creative (with ways you can prepare for the change.) LINKS Keith's creative technology newsletter: The Creative Futurist Keith's Sci-fi podcast - Cereus & Limnic https://cereus-limnic-audiobook.captivate.fm Great article for intro to AI https://open.substack.com/pub/oneusefulthing/p/how-to-use-ai-to-do-stuff-an-opinionated AI + human created song: https://soundcloud.com/user-120575462-580626184/track-57-i-am-janus Socials Website: - Keith Hayden Twitter: Keith Hayden 🎵✍🏾🤖 (@kh_author) / Twitter Facebook: Facebook LinkedIn: Keith Hayden | LinkedIn Instagram: Keith Hayden (@kh_author1) • Instagram photos and videos Substack: https://keithhayden.substack.com/

After months away, the brothers are back! Ajani shreds paper in an unusual way. Keith writes a song live - in an afternoon (and sings). Both discuss different aspects of AI (regulation, impact on reality, and how you can begin taking advantage of it!) Listen till the end for a surprise! Get up to speed in less than a week with ChatGPT Intro to ChatGPT (introtochatgptcourse.com) Keith's socials Twitter: Keith Hayden 🎵✍🏾🤖 (@kh_author) / Twitter LinkedIn: Keith Hayden | LinkedIn Creative technology newsletter: The Creative Futurist

The brothers discuss legendary music producer Rick Rubin's bestselling book "The Creative Act" as they talk about their own creative routines. Discover how to refine your personal taste to supercharge your creative muscle today! Plus up your creative technology with Keith's newsletter The Creative Futurist: Get it today To join Keith and other Black sci-fi creators at VirtuousCon 2023 (Feb 25-26): Get tickets How can you make TRUE ART? Keith's article - The risk of art has the answer Read it now

A new year, a new episode the brothers give their updates for 2023. Keith has a viral video, Ajani describes his research. Cereus & Limnic on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=86GkHm5UeIs&t=236s Viral ChatGPT video: https://youtu.be/8Gg2k_nKEFk Keith's 2023 website: https://keithhayden.net/ Become a Creative Futurist to join Keith at HAC Studios on Jan 13: https://thecreativefuturist.xyz/

Celebrate the 1-year anniversary of the podcast with this special live episode! The brothers are back to talk insights from Ajani's acting class and Keith's groundbreaking philosophy, Creative Futurism. Does your creative flame burn bright with nothing to shine on? Do you have an interest in understanding modern tech to amplify an abundance of business, financial, and personal opportunities? Then The Creative Futurist Newsletter can help! Join the waitlist today! https://go.keithhayden.net/the-creative-futurist SUPPORT THIS PODCAST by purchasing Keith's books For fans of JRPGs and Chinese drama: https://khayden22.gumroad.com/l/cereus-limnic For those who want develop unbelievable proficiency in another language: https://khayden22.gumroad.com/l/tower-of-babbling

Keith and Ajani discuss their relationship with cats, dogs and other pets. Keith gives Ajani a quiz. (Will he pass?) Then both talk about ways you can get discovered by more people faster as a new creator. A fun conversation for new and experienced creative business operators, as well as dog and cat lovers (we love you) alike. As mentioned in the episode, I am producing a book experience around my military science fiction novel Cereus & Limnic. The book experience is designed to help participants expand their creative potential and participate by having the opportunity to lend their voice to the Cereus & Limnic Audiodrama. Does this sound appealing to you? If so, hit the link below for more information. https://keithhayden.net/futureflight-landing

Want more opportunities in the rapidly growing digital economy? Start by adopting the business strategy of radical generosity. Then define the title you want to show up as in the world. If you're an entrepreneur, creator, or a recent high school or college grad, this episode has been waiting for you. Expand your creative footprint: https://go.keithhayden.net/keith-virtual-business-card Get great social content ideas: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-h-62b98049/ Learn from the masters of Twitter (and me): https://twitter.com/kh_author

Should a robot need to use the bathroom? The brothers give their perspectives to this futuristic debate here. Ajani describes an insightful dream and has words for Elon Musk on the development of AI. Those interested in artificial intelligence should listen in. Listen to Ajani's dream "Ulysses and the Green Lands" below. https://vurbl.com/listen/ajanis-dream-ulysses-and-the-green-lands-building-humanistic-artificial-intelligence-1XVooBmfIxa/