I Asked an Award-Winning Narrator If AI Can Replace Him—His Answer Surprised Me

Описание: 🎧 Can AI Replace Human Voice Actors?
In episode 277 of Gratitude Geek, I sit down with Paul Heitsch, award-winning audiobook narrator of over 380 titles, including the Omega Force series by Joshua Dalzelle (who joined me in episode 265). We dive into the audiobook industry, voice acting as a solopreneur career pivot, and whether artificial intelligence has what it takes to truly tell a story.

👉 Paul has narrated everything from sci-fi epics to Pulitzer Prize–winning literary fiction—and his perspective on AI voice narration is candid, compelling, and deeply human.

📌 In this interview, we discuss:
– How Paul broke into audiobook narration after 40
– The truth about AI narration and what it can’t do
– Tips for aspiring narrators and solopreneurs exploring voice work
– Why emotional nuance still matters in storytelling
– How Paul gives each character a distinct voice (and remembers them!)

🧠 If you're a creative over 40, a female solopreneur, or just audiobook-obsessed—this one’s for you.

Connect with Paul Heitsch
🌐 Website: https://paulheitsch.com
📖 Books: https://amzn.to/3T4s3iN (affiliate link)
▶️ YouTube: ‪@paulheitsch7529‬
📝Show Notes: https://kandasrodarte.com/277

I may earn a small commission, at no extra cost to you.

📺 Watch next:
   • How Joshua Dalzelle Built a Sci-Fi Empire ...  

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Chapters:
00:00 Paul Heitsch's Journey to Audiobook Narration
05:08 The Art of Voice Acting and Narration
07:56 Breaking into Audiobook Narration
10:30 Character Voices and Personality in Narration
12:54 The Differences Between Video Games and Audiobooks
15:23 The Impact of AI on Voice Narration
18:10 The Future of Audiobook Narration and AI
27:00 Exploring AI in Storytelling
29:29 The Art of Narration and Voice Acting
32:02 Dialect and Accent Challenges
36:54 The Future of Publishing and AI Collaboration
44:00 Character Development in Speculative Fiction
47:18 The Role of Androids in Future Society


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