Radio host David Greene says Google's NotebookLM tool stole his voice
washingtonpost.com
February 15, 2026
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Summary
David Greene claims that Google used an AI voice that closely resembles his own without permission, leading him to file a lawsuit. Greene had spent decades perfecting his voice and was unaware of Google's NotebookLM tool until he was alerted by a former colleague.
Key Takeaways
- David Greene is suing Google, claiming the company used an AI voice that mimics his own without permission.
- Greene was unaware of Google's NotebookLM tool until a colleague alerted him to the AI-generated podcast that sounded like his voice.
- Greene expressed feeling "completely freaked out" upon hearing the AI voice that resembled his own.
Coverage & discussions
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Community Sentiment
Positives
- NotebookLM's ability to imitate voices is so advanced that listeners often can't distinguish between the original and the generated content, showcasing impressive generative AI capabilities.
Concerns
- Concerns arise over the ethical implications of voice imitation, as it raises questions about consent and ownership in the realm of generative AI.
- The potential for generative AI to exhaust available voices and faces suggests a looming issue of originality and authenticity in AI-generated content.
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