Here’s the scoop in podcast-ready form:

Imagine turning any document, research paper, or slideshow into a mini podcast—complete with a two-person AI conversation that sounds like a casual dialogue between well-informed presenters. That's exactly what Google's Gemini AI now lets you do. Previously tucked away in the experimental NotebookLM, this clever "Audio Overview" feature has graduated to the Gemini app and website, making it much easier to access. Whether it's a 12-page PDF or one of Gemini's own Deep Research reports, you can skip the reading and get a 10-minute spoken summary instead. All it takes is a few clicks—and a few minutes of processing time. And yes, you can speed it up, download it, and even share it. Welcome to the future of learning on the go!

Key Points:

• Google's AI-generated podcast feature, previously available only through NotebookLM, is now integrated directly into the Gemini AI app and website.
• The feature, called Audio Overviews, converts documents or research reports into conversational-style audio summaries.
• Users can upload documents (like PDFs or slideshows) or use Gemini’s "Deep Research" function to generate source material.
• After processing (which takes around 3–5 minutes), Gemini produces a mini podcast where two AI voices discuss the material naturally.
• A 12-page document typically results in a ~10-minute audio summary—compact but detailed.
• Once generated, you can listen to the audio in-app, control playback speed (up to 1.5x), download it for offline listening, or share it via a link.
• Quote from the article: “I got 10 minutes of podcast overview from a 12-page document, so the detail isn’t bad.”
• Gemini’s Audio Overviews are free to use, and the app also allows you to create customized AI bots known as “Gems.”
• To use it: open Gemini → upload a file or create a Deep Research report → click “Generate Audio Overview” → listen, download, or share.
• Ideal for auditory learners, podcast lovers, or anyone who finds it easier to absorb information through conversation rather than reading.

Bonus Tip:
Creating a Gem (custom AI bot) in Gemini can further personalize how you research and summarize complex topics—think of it as your own AI podcast producer. And yes, it’s free.
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