By Delia Valdez
This short yet inspiring documentary produced & narrated by Sahana Garrett showcases the inspirational story of Ann Johnson and her journey through the trials and tribulations of losing her speech. Ann was living with the debilitating effects of a traumatic brainstem stroke leaving her unable to move or speak. This devastated her and her newly wedded husband, who couldn’t carry a conversation with her, walk with her holding hands, or laugh together at a movie.
This was until AI was used by researchers to analyze brainwaves and coordinate them with her muscles to see and communicate what she was trying to say. The AI then displayed her communications on computer screens. Not only did these researchers end up learning how to analyze such critical data, they even trained the AI to sound exactly like her to further integrate her thoughts into her and her husband’s everyday life. This story inspires empathy, determination, and hope for anyone facing disability—whether personally or through a loved one.
⭐ Rating: 5 out of 5 stars – A tender, inspiring story of determination and hope
Delia Valdez is a Communications and Media marketing major studying communications, journalism, media, and acting at Cal State Long Beach in Los Angeles . She has helped create projects through multiple avenues such as for her school newspaper, radio station, magazine, as well as independent projects . She also creates content as a content creator on social media such as Tiktok and Youtube. She is an outgoing and versatile individual who has a passion for creativity in every medium. Learn more at linktr.ee/iamdeliavaldez
