Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming how we record, process, and share human stories. In this talk, Steven Sielaff will demonstrate how tools like MacWhisper, BUTANE, and BoxAI are reshaping transcription, textual analysis, and summarization in oral history practice. He’ll also explore the ethical and legal concerns—bias, data security, authorship, and the role of human expertise—that come with AI adoption.

Whether you’re curious about new research tools, cautious about their risks, or just eager to see what’s possible, this session offers a practical and thought-provoking look at oral history in the age of AI.

There will be a meet and greet from 5-6 p.m. The presentation will take place from 6-7 p.m.