AI in Journalism: How Technology is Shaping the Future of News Reporting
amsterdam, woensdag, 10 september 2025.
The new podcast ‘Press Ready’ from Villamedia explores the role of AI in journalism and offers insights into the challenges and opportunities that this technology brings. Creator Rianne van der Molen discusses practical tips and existential questions with experts, including the impact of AI on news production and the future of journalism. The podcast covers topics such as the DBA law, dealing with difficult sources, and the balance between work and private life. A new episode will be released weekly from 15 September, with the final live recording taking place at the Dutch Journalism Festival on 12 September.
The Rise of AI in Journalism
In the world of journalism, the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) is a revolution in the making. The new podcast ‘Press Ready’ from Villamedia, produced by freelance journalist Rianne van der Molen, delves into the impact of AI on journalism. From 15 September, a new episode will be released weekly, where practical tips and existential questions are discussed with experts in the field [1].
Technology and Applications
AI offers journalists a wide range of tools that can speed up and improve the production process. Tools like Goodtape.io, which transcribes interviews and recognises different speakers, are indispensable for modern journalists. Others, such as Google’s NotebookLM, can even generate podcasts based on input content, although this requires trust in Google Cloud [3]. Descript and ElevenLabs.io are examples of AI tools that simplify the editing of audio and video content, allowing journalists to work faster and more efficiently [3].
Benefits of AI in Journalism
One of the greatest benefits of AI in journalism is the increase in efficiency. Tools like GPTExcel.uk assist with solving complex Excel formulas, while VideoIndexer.ai analyses videos and quickly finds specific topics. This technology saves journalists valuable time, allowing them to focus on in-depth research and storytelling [3]. Additionally, AI tools like Deepl.com provide accurate translations and writing assistance, enhancing international collaboration and reach [3].
Potential Drawbacks and Ethical Considerations
Despite the benefits, there are also concerns about the impact of AI on journalism. A study by Pew Research shows that when AI summaries are present, only 8% of users click through to classic search results, while in long search queries, AI summaries are shown in 53% of cases [4]. This can lead to declining visitor numbers and revenue models for news organisations. Moreover, links in AI summaries are almost never clicked (1%), further undermining the visibility of journalistic work [4].
Impact on News Consumption
The way people consume news is also changing due to AI. Research from Berkeley University shows that users find the quantity of sources in AI responses important, while reliability and relevance are less so. This can lead to a situation where the quality of information is undervalued in favour of quantity [4]. Additionally, there are concerns about the representativeness of sources in AI summaries, where Wikipedia, YouTube, and Reddit are often the primary sources [4].
Live Recordings at the Dutch Journalism Festival
The podcast ‘Press Ready’ will record its final episode of the season live at the Dutch Journalism Festival in Deventer on 12 September at 10:00. In this episode, journalist and podcaster Lizzy Diercks (Zembla) will join journalist and journalism lecturer Denise van Laar to discuss questions posed by aspiring journalists. The audience will have the opportunity to ask questions and share experiences, making the podcast an interactive and educational experience [1][2].