Modi-Fridman Podcast: AI Voice Cloning Breaks Language Barriers 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently joined Lex Fridman on his podcast, where AI voice cloning technology played a key role in making the conversation accessible to a global audience. The podcast, featuring a mix of Hindi and English, was dubbed into multiple languages using AI-powered voice replication by ElevenLabs, a US-based startup.

AI-Powered Dubbing for Accessibility

ElevenLabs utilized advanced AI voice cloning to ensure that PM Modi’s and Fridman’s voices retained their authenticity—even in translation. The technology preserved their unique intonations, emotions, and speech styles, making the conversation more immersive for listeners.

Currently, the podcast is available in Hindi, English, and Russian, with more languages to be added soon. Mati Staniszewski, co-founder of ElevenLabs, expressed pride in making high-quality dubbing a reality, ensuring the conversation reaches a wider global audience.

Key Discussion Points

The three-hour discussion covered:
PM Modi’s journey from childhood to leadership 🏛️
Democracy, diplomacy, and leadership in India
AI’s role in global collaboration and development
 Views on poverty, China, Donald Trump, and the 2002 Gujarat riots

PM Modi emphasized that AI must work alongside human intelligence for sustainable progress. He reaffirmed India’s critical role in AI’s evolution, stating, “No matter what the world does with AI, it will remain incomplete without India.”

What is AI Voice Cloning? 🤖🔊

AI voice cloning replicates a speaker’s tone, style, and emotion, allowing content to be translated into different languages without losing authenticity. ElevenLabs, a pioneer in AI-powered speech synthesis, aims to enhance the quality and realism of dubbed content.

With AI-driven translation, podcasts like Fridman’s can bridge language barriers, enabling broader conversations on global platforms.