MasterClass:
Notebook LM
Discover how Notebook LM transforms content creation, research, and collaboration for L'Hacienda community members.

by Sara Follador

What is Notebook LM?
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AI Assistant
Google's tool for content extraction and synthesis
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Available Since 2023
Relatively new but powerful research companion
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Conversation-Based
Enables interactive audio discussions with content
Key Features & Capabilities
Content Processing
Upload PDFs, websites, YouTube videos, audio files
Massive Context Window
1M tokens free, 2M with Notebook LM+
Audio Conversations
Generate podcast-style discussions about content
Source Analysis
Extract key topics and insights from documents
Mindmap
From you source you can create mindmap in a second
Use Cases Shared by users
Research Assistant
Extract insights from complex documents
Content Creation
Generate audio summaries of reports
Interview Prep
Create question databases with response frameworks
Traning Support
Thesis preparation and research synthesis
Content Structure Preparation
Ask questions in the chat, create LinkedIn posts from the sources
MindMapping
Extract the architecture of any content and create yours to structure your content strategy and prepare your website building project
Create a press review
Pick up all the articles you have found on the web about your industry and create a summary that it is to digest
Business Applications
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Client Onboarding
Create digestible summaries of complex materials
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Team Training
Develop guidelines from existing content
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Market Intelligence
Analyze competitor reports and industry trends
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Content Marketing
Generate editorial calendars from existing materials
Integration Possibilities

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Obsidian
Mind mapping and knowledge management

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Gamma AI
Create visual presentations and carousels

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Wondercraft
Enhanced podcast production

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API Access
Vertex AI Gen Builder for custom applications
Limitations & Challenges
Voice Variety
Limited voice options with repetitive patterns
Alternative tools like Eleven Labs or Speechify offer more voice options
Time Control
Difficulty controlling output length
Often exceeds requested time limits (e.g., 5 min request → 12 min output)
Hallucinations
May add incorrect information
Requires specific prompting to stay factual
How to learn more about NoteBookLM?
Spotify Playlist
20 uses cases to listen
Join Private Coaching Session
On demand with Sara Follador
Read Articles and Post on Linkedin
Sara Follador, shares recipes and best practices weekly
Check the list on Spotify