AI, Art & Media - StrangeNew.World

Will 2026 be the year of agentic AI and robots or will the AI bubble burst. Do you wish people would just put their phones down and connect on a human level? Well then join us, this week we delve once again into the ever-changing realm of AI, art and media. Bring your curiosity, your work, or just your questions — all are welcome.

We are still experimenting with the format but we are basically a “support group for the technological singularity”. We have been mostly focusing on the use of AI generated video, imagery and writing in our own projects. We discuss the ethical and cultural implications of this new powerful set of tools as well as trade tips, discuss use cases and share workflows for getting the most out of this new era. We are open also to discussing anything relating to technology, culture, and the arts. Our meetings have a super casual and open atmosphere where all are welcome to contribute. Feel free to come late or leave early.

And I will (as always) be encouraging people to create art and will be translating for non-geeks. So, no matter if you love technology, or if you think it is destroying the very fabric of our society, or if you are just starting to experiment with AI to help better market yourself or your business, we would love to help get you started and learn more about your experiences.

Here is a list of the typical topics…

AI in Media

• Deepfakes, propaganda and the future of media
• AI ethics and copyright law
• Will AI destroy Hollywood or save it?
• Accessibility and story telling

For the Creators (new media and old)

• Discuss releases of AI tools and services
• Tips and techniques for prompting
• Voicing and animating your characters
• Editing and the AI visual effects revolution
• Combining traditional filmmaking with AI
• How to go viral, fund raising, and SMM

For the Haters (who are welcome)

• Is using AI cheating, where is the line?
• Is AI art soulless? What gives art a soul?
• How will younger people learn w/o “putting in the work”
• How to us AI ethically

AI for Social Change

• The changing job market. What skills will matter in 10 years?
• Demonization of knowledge and resources
• The 2nd Cognitive Revolution, emergent inelegance
• A new age of inhuman efficiency
• Unemployment, UBI and the future of “work”

We are a community of artists, thinkers, technicians, and curious minds from all walks of life exploring how technology can serve human flourishing in the new year!

Whether if you're an AI enthusiast or skeptic, a creative professional or someone just beginning to navigate our rapidly changing world, this group is for you! The conversations we have at our “support group for the technological singularity” are designed to meet everyone at their level of understanding - no technical background required, just an open mind and genuine curiosity about our collective future. How do we preserve community, creativity, connection, and purpose in this new age.

We have been mostly focusing on the use of LLMs, vibe coding and AI generated imagery and sound. We discuss the ethical and cultural implications of this new powerful set of tools as well as trade tips, discuss use cases and share workflows for getting the most out of this new era. We are also open to discussing anything relating to technology, culture, and the arts. Our meetings have a super casual and open atmosphere where all are welcome to contribute. Feel free to come late or leave early.

And I will (as always) be encouraging people to create art and will be translating for non-geeks. So, no matter if you love technology, or if you think it is destroying the very fabric of our society, or if you are just starting to experiment with AI to help better market yourself or your business, we would love to help get you started or learn more about your experiences.

Here is a list of the typical topics…

AI in Media

• Deepfakes, propaganda and the future of media
• AI ethics and copyright law
• Will AI destroy Hollywood or save it?
• Accessibility and story telling

For the Creators (new media and old)

• Discuss releases of AI tools and services
• Tips and techniques for prompting
• Voicing and animating your characters
• Editing and the AI visual effects revolution
• Combining traditional filmmaking with AI
• How to go viral, fund raising, and SMM

For the Haters (who are welcome)

• Is using AI cheating, where is the line?
• Is AI art soulless? What gives art a soul?
• How will younger people learn w/o “putting in the work”
• How to us AI ethically

AI for Social Change

• The changing job market. What skills will matter in 10 years?
• Demonization of knowledge and resources
• The 2nd Cognitive Revolution, emergent inelegance
• A new age of inhuman efficiency
• Unemployment, UBI and the future of “work”