How important is our voice? | Hussein Mohammed | TEDxBaghdad
How important is our voice? Is the question Hussein thoroughly explores—from the earliest recordings of the human voice, to its profound connection with our brain and mental health, and ultimately its role in shaping our human identity. This talk takes the audience on a journey through the worlds of voice acting, psychology, artificial intelligence, law, and the very essence of artistic expression.Our voice is more than just a tool for communication; it’s a key to our identity and a window into our mental and emotional state. Hussein delves into how our voice has evolved from its first-ever recording in 1860 to its role in today’s technological world. He reveals how the tone of our voice reflects emotions and influences how we are perceived, while also exploring the powerful connection between voice, brain, and mental health.As AI-generated voices become more prevalent, Hussein raises ethical concerns about deepfakes and identity protection. From iconic voices like Stephen Hawking’s to AI recreations of lost voices, this talk underscores the significance of preserving the authenticity of the human voice in an increasingly digital world. Hussein is a professional Voice Actor and a pioneer in his field with various international works on anime, video games, commercials, and everything in-between; All from his home studio in Baghdad, Iraq. Hussein's voiced characters ranging from young adults to seniors and even dragons, and has works both in English and Arabic for companies like Samsung and Coca-Cola. Outside of his voice-over work, he's a show host, media personality, audio engineer, and even a music artist with a self-produced 12-track album. He's also a graduate from the distinguished Baghdad College High School with a GPA of 95/100, and plans to pursue higher education. Hussein is a business man and a skilled artist through-and-through. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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