Amazon has expanded its Alexa+ platform by introducing AI-generated podcasts.Users can now request personalized audio explainers on virtually any topic, with two synthetic co-hosts leading the discussion.

To ensure accuracy, Amazon has partnered with major news outlets including the Associated Press, Reuters, The Washington Post, Time, Forbes, Business Insider, Politico, USA Today, and more than 200 local newspapers across the U.S.The AI-generated podcasts allow users to adjust the length and focus of each episode.When an episode is ready, notifications are sent via Echo Show devices or the Alexa app.

An example provided by Amazon highlights discussions on music, where the AI hosts note that over 50% of listening now comes from unsigned artists, and diverse genres like stoner metal, indie pop, and experimental hip-hop are releasing simultaneously.Users can simply tell Alexa what topic they are interested in, and the system generates a full podcast in minutes.While the feature emphasizes convenience and personalization, some users express skepticism about the accuracy and quality of AI-produced content.Despite concerns, Amazon aims to offer a scalable way for listeners to access curated audio content quickly.