Interactive Frank 2

An experiment in using AI to generate audio episodes in the style of Joe Frank, the late radio monologist known for his surreal, deeply personal broadcasts on KCRW and NPR. The tool layers AI-generated spoken word over ambient music, attempting to capture the hypnotic quality of Frank’s original shows.

Each episode has its own narrative arc and mood. The player provides independent volume controls for the music and story layers, letting listeners adjust the balance between spoken content and its sonic backdrop. The project explores whether AI can meaningfully extend a distinctive creative voice — not as replacement, but as a way to generate new material in the same emotional space.