Your Morning News, But Smarter
Imagine a morning where you jump into your car to go to work, and a hyper-personalized, AI-generated podcast begins—delivering only the news that matters to you. It’s tailored to your interests, your industry, and even your local area. No fluff, no filler, just the insights you need to stay informed and ahead of the curve.
And if you have a thought or question? You can chime in and join the conversation (you read that right).
And the best part? It’s all automated—happening seamlessly while you sleep, so you can start your day with clarity and confidence.
If you’re still relying on outdated news consumption methods—those controlled by advertisers and bureaucrats deciding what you can and can’t know—it’s time to level up. Let’s dive into how you can automate your daily news podcast using AI—in less time than it takes to make your morning coffee.
Why You Need This in Your Life
The traditional way of consuming news is broken—and worse, it’s controlled by advertisers and bureaucrats who decide what you should see, filtering information through hidden agendas. Here’s why it’s failing you:
- Overwhelming noise – You’re bombarded with articles, tweets, and updates that don’t actually matter to you.
- Bias overload – You get one side of the story, leaving you uninformed and potentially misled.
- No local context – National news rarely connects to what’s happening in your backyard.
- Zero personalization – You get the same generic headlines as everyone else.
But what if your daily news briefing was built just for you—covering your interests, your industry, and even how national events impact your local area? And what if it was all turned into a podcast you could simply listen to, making it effortless?
The AI-Driven News Workflow (Step-by-Step Guide)
Before we dive in, you’ll need a few things (there are free alternatives to all of these as well):
- A ChatGPT account (preferably with access to Deep Research capabilities but not required).
- NotebookLM or an alternative AI-powered text-to-speech tool.
- An automation platform like Zapier (optional but recommended).
Now, let’s get started.
Step 1: Create Your AI-Powered News Prompt
ChatGPT’s Deep Research capabilities allow it to generate in-depth, unbiased insights, but should work well with other models too.
You need to create a strong prompt to get the best results. Use this customizable prompt template:
Click to access Daily-Brief-AI-Prompt.pdf
Feel free to adjust it based on your needs. The more specific you are, the better the results!
Step 2: Automate ChatGPT to Run This Daily
To have ChatGPT generate this briefing automatically each morning:
- Use ChatGPT’s API or Zapier integration to schedule a daily request.
- Set it to run at your preferred time (e.g., 6 AM) and deliver the output in a format you can use (email, Notion, Google Docs, etc.).
- If you prefer a simple manual process, just paste the prompt into ChatGPT every morning.
Step 3: Convert Your Briefing into a Podcast with NotebookLM
Now that you have your AI-generated news briefing, let’s turn it into an audio format:
- Upload or paste the text into NotebookLM.
- Use NotebookLM’s AI-powered text-to-speech feature to generate a natural-sounding podcast-style narration.
- Sync it to your preferred device (phone, car Bluetooth, smart speaker, etc.).
- Alternative options: If NotebookLM isn’t your preferred tool, try using Play.ht, Descript, or ElevenLabs for high-quality AI-generated voiceovers.
- Bonus: If you want interactivity, use NotebookLM’s Q&A feature to “talk” to your news briefing—asking for deeper insights as you listen.
Step 4: Hit Play and Stay Ahead
That’s it! Now, every morning, all you have to do is hit play and get a personalized, relevant news update while you commute, work out, or make breakfast. No scrolling. No bias traps. No wasted time.
Why This Will Change the Way You Consume News Forever
Still skeptical? Consider this: AI-driven news briefings are already revolutionizing how people absorb information. Imagine a sports coach getting real-time AI analysis on player injuries and game strategies, a journalist receiving a distilled report of breaking global events before they even hit mainstream media, or a political analyst using AI to track policy changes across multiple countries in minutes. This isn’t just convenience—it’s a knowledge superpower that keeps you ahead of the curve.
✅ Saves time – No more endless scrolling or jumping between apps.
✅ Cuts through the noise – Get only the news that matters to YOU.
✅ More engaging than reading – Passive listening = less effort.
✅ Personalized to your world – Your industry, your location, your interests.
✅ Interactive insights – Ask AI for clarifications on the go.
Once you experience the ease of a custom AI-powered news podcast, you’ll never go back to traditional news consumption.
Check out mine from yesterday here!
Ready to Build Yours? 🚀
AI isn’t just for tech geeks—it’s here to make your life easier. If you’ve ever wished for a way to get smarter without the extra effort, this is it.
Quick Start Checklist:
✔ Set up your ChatGPT prompt (use the template above).
✔ Automate the process using ChatGPT API or Zapier. (Or just copy past the prompt output into NotebookLM)
✔ Convert the output into audio with NotebookLM or an alternative AI voice tool.
✔ Hit play and stay ahead!
Try it out, and let me know how it transforms your morning routine. If you have questions, drop them in the comments.
Welcome to the future of news. 🎙️
