Author Interview: Micah Voraritskul
I am here with Micah Voraritskul, author of the book "Human Is the New Vinyl: Why Human Creativity Still Wins in the AI Revolution." Micah is a writer, strategist, and founder of the VerifiedHuman™ movement—a project that celebrates and protects human creativity in the age of AI. "I’m always looking for ways to help people and ideas connect in meaningful, lasting ways," says the author. Thank you for being here today, Micah!
Me: Congratulations! This release is very exciting! Tell me about your new book!
Micah: "Human Is the New Vinyl: Why Human Creativity Still Wins in the AI Revolution" is part manifesto, part cultural analysis. It uses the surprising comeback of vinyl records as a metaphor for understanding the current moment in history, marked by the sudden proliferation of generative AI: when the world leans toward easy, frictionless tech, people start craving something tangible, tactile, and human. The book examines historical innovations that shaped the creative industries and education, revealing patterns that repeat across time. Ultimately, it’s about why our voices, our choices, and our creativity matter more than ever.
Me: What inspired you to write this book?
Micah: The sudden flood of AI tools in 2023 made everyone start asking: “What’s still ours? What’s still human?” I wasn’t as concerned with AI ending civilization as I was with it subverting human creativity and crushing the creative industries. In the past two years, the questions have only gotten harder and more urgent. I felt the need to respond from a place of hope grounded in reality, and not despair. The inspiration came from my conviction that even in the middle of disruption, our appreciation for human creativity has staying power.
Me: What do you hope your readers will gain from reading "Human Is the New Vinyl"?
Micah: I hope they walk away less anxious and more alive. Less fearful of AI, more committed to the unique, irreplaceable value of their own creativity. And I hope they feel empowered to keep creating—whether that’s through writing, painting, teaching, or running a business.
Me: What is next for you?
Micah: I’m building the VerifiedHuman community and working with early adopters across writing, art, music, and education. I’m speaking at and with universities, creative groups, and organizations about how to approach AI with both imagination and integrity. I’m also deep in the notes for my next book—the ideas are already taking shape.
To connect with Micah Voraritskul:
Website
LinkedIn
To purchase Human Is the New Vinyl:
Amazon
Micah Voraritskul
https://www.sunshinerodgers.com/featu...
Me: Congratulations! This release is very exciting! Tell me about your new book!
Micah: "Human Is the New Vinyl: Why Human Creativity Still Wins in the AI Revolution" is part manifesto, part cultural analysis. It uses the surprising comeback of vinyl records as a metaphor for understanding the current moment in history, marked by the sudden proliferation of generative AI: when the world leans toward easy, frictionless tech, people start craving something tangible, tactile, and human. The book examines historical innovations that shaped the creative industries and education, revealing patterns that repeat across time. Ultimately, it’s about why our voices, our choices, and our creativity matter more than ever.
Me: What inspired you to write this book?
Micah: The sudden flood of AI tools in 2023 made everyone start asking: “What’s still ours? What’s still human?” I wasn’t as concerned with AI ending civilization as I was with it subverting human creativity and crushing the creative industries. In the past two years, the questions have only gotten harder and more urgent. I felt the need to respond from a place of hope grounded in reality, and not despair. The inspiration came from my conviction that even in the middle of disruption, our appreciation for human creativity has staying power.
Me: What do you hope your readers will gain from reading "Human Is the New Vinyl"?
Micah: I hope they walk away less anxious and more alive. Less fearful of AI, more committed to the unique, irreplaceable value of their own creativity. And I hope they feel empowered to keep creating—whether that’s through writing, painting, teaching, or running a business.
Me: What is next for you?
Micah: I’m building the VerifiedHuman community and working with early adopters across writing, art, music, and education. I’m speaking at and with universities, creative groups, and organizations about how to approach AI with both imagination and integrity. I’m also deep in the notes for my next book—the ideas are already taking shape.
To connect with Micah Voraritskul:
Website
To purchase Human Is the New Vinyl:
Amazon
Micah Voraritskul
https://www.sunshinerodgers.com/featu...
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