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I run a small-scale internet radio station using Radio Automation Software (Azura Cast and liquid soap). I want an AI voice that automatically joins the stream for a three-minute world-news break at the top of each hour. The core requirements are straightforward: • Content source – pull the latest headlines and short summaries on-the-fly from Worthy [login to view URL] and Rapture Ready News (Can be rss but prefer data be interpreted from just web page without need for rss). If one feed is down the system may fall back on any publicly available source you feel fits the same style. • Scheduling in Azura cast – simple on/off toggle plus a field where I can list specific hours (e.g., 08:00-22:00) when the bulletin should air; outside those hours it stays silent. • Custom intro – every bulletin starts with a short, scripted greeting that states the AI reporter’s chosen name and my station name before moving into the stories. I’ll supply the exact wording. • Runtime – text must be fetched, interpreted and voiced in real time so it never sounds pre-recorded. A natural-sounding TTS engine is essential. • Output – send the finished audio into my existing stream (Icecast/Shoutcast compatible) without interrupting anything else that’s playing. • Control inside Azura cast Admin – page where I can update the intro script, change source URLs, and adjust the schedule. • Budget – this is a lean $55 build, so keep the solution light, preferably using open-source libraries. Server: Ubuntu VPS Docker based azura cast setup with redis, nginx, mariah DB, liquid soap, ice cast, PHP Slim etc The voice model must sound human and open-source TTS engine like Piper or Coqui or mozilla be setup on my ubuntu linux server. Azura cast with docker and nginx and mysql and php slim and redis is already installed inside azura cast docker container. My Ubuntu server has no python and node js right now. i dont want monthly fees so we can use open source models? Delivery is the working code, brief setup guide, and a quick test session to prove the hourly hand-off works.
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Hi, I can build this as a lightweight Ubuntu/Docker-based service that fetches fresh headlines, generates a 3-minute bulletin with an open-source voice, and hands the audio into your AzuraCast/Icecast flow on schedule. My approach would be: - pull and parse headlines from your preferred sources, with fallback source support - generate the bulletin text in real time with your custom intro - synthesize speech locally with Piper (best fit for a no-monthly-fee setup) - trigger playback only during configured hours - add a simple admin page/control layer for intro text, source URLs, enable/disable, and schedule editing I’ve worked on production Linux automation, streaming AI interfaces, and real-world monitoring/admin systems, so I’m comfortable working inside an existing VPS + Docker setup without overcomplicating it. For this budget, I’d keep the implementation practical and focused: working automation, clean config, setup notes, and a live test of the hourly hand-off. One important question before starting: do you want the bulletin inserted by AzuraCast as a scheduled media event, or should it connect directly as a source client to Icecast/Shoutcast at the top of the hour? If you want, I can start with the bulletin generator + scheduler first, then wire the admin controls right after.
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Hey there, I'm Ruslan, and I'm highly proficient in creating lean, customized, and efficient web applications. Your Hourly AI Radio Newscaster project is a precise blend of my skills as it revolves around AI integration, API management, and building robust streaming systems. My broad web development skill set includes working with JavaScript, Python, MySQL, and PostgreSQL – tools your project heavily relies on. For this endeavor, I can ensure a real-time and dynamic system that fetches the latest news headlines from various sources via their respective RSS feeds or APIs. If one source is down, my system will swiftly pivot to an alternate publicly available source to maintain the style you desire. I am well-acquainted with TTS engines and can optimize your server for an open-source human-sounding voice model. Continued communication is essential in any project. Therefore, I propose a well-documented web panel or config file where you can easily update the intro script, change URLs or schedules at your convenience. To align further with your budget constraints while delivering excellence, I plan to leverage pertinent open-source libraries for this project. Let’s work together to give your listeners fresh updates every hour in a unique way!
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Hi there. Your plan for an hourly AI newscaster is clear, and I can build a light setup that fits your $55 limit. I’ve done similar work with open‑source TTS and simple schedulers. I’d keep things minimal so it runs well on your server. • Pull headlines from Worthy News and Rapture Ready, fall back if needed • Generate short text, apply your intro, create audio with an open‑source voice • Stream to Icecast/Shoutcast without touching the current track • Simple config file for schedule, URLs, and intro This is small enough to deliver in a couple of days, including a test session. Which TTS voice quality are you aiming for given server resources and no paid models? Greetings, Slavko
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As an experienced DevOps professional with over 15 years in the field, I am confident that I am the right fit for your Hourly AI Radio Newscaster project. With a strong foundation in system administration and virtualization technologies, I have a deep understanding of the software solutions you utilize, such as Azura Cast and liquid soap. I can smoothly integrate the voice model into your existing server using open-source libraries, so you don't have to worry about any additional monthly fees. One of my core strengths is my proficiency in managing Linux systems and handling various distributions, ensuring their stability, security, and performance. This comprehensive skill set includes setting up text-to-speech engines that sound natural and produce real-time audio outputs. Moreover, as a seasoned IT professional, I value your budget constraints and will ensure to create a lean solution while guaranteeing the best quality. In addition to my technical expertise, I bring a high level of commitment and dedication to my work. Your satisfaction is paramount to me, and I am more than willing to undertake a quick test session to prove that the hourly hand-off works impeccably. With this breadth of knowledge and experience behind me, I can deliver the working code you need, provide a clear setup guide for future reference, and demonstrate how we met each requirement. Choose me for your project and let's create an intelligent radio news interface that keeps your listeners engaged!
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Hi, this is a very interesting use case—I’d love to build this for you. Let’s do something outstanding within your budget. I can create a lightweight system that fetches real-time news (RSS fallback supported), processes it, and generates a natural-sounding AI voice using open-source TTS (no monthly fees) running directly on your server. The audio will be scheduled hourly (with your custom time window), include your intro script, and seamlessly inject into your Icecast/Shoutcast stream without interruption. You’ll get a simple control panel/config to update intro text, sources, and schedule anytime, plus clean code and setup guide. I’ll ensure it feels live—not pre-recorded—with smooth timing and professional output. Let’s make your station sound next-level ?️
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For your budget, I’d keep it minimal (one page, no fancy auth unless you want simple password protection). Which stream format/bitrate are you using now (e.g., MP3 128kbps, AAC 64kbps), and do you want the news bulletin to match that exactly? Can your station tolerate a few seconds of latency at the top of the hour (e.g., bulletin starts at hh:00:03) to allow fresh fetch + TTS, or does it need to fire almost instantaneously? If you can confirm: Server OS & hardware (CPU/RAM, GPU yes/no), Your current streaming chain (plain source client vs. liquidsoap/other), Preferred voice accent, I can narrow this down to a concrete implementation plan and an exact TTS engine choice that will run smoothly on your machine.
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Hello, I appreciate the opportunity to bid on your project for integrating an AI voice for your internet radio station. I understand you need a reliable system that delivers world news updates seamlessly while maintaining a natural sound. I have extensive experience in developing automated broadcasting systems, particularly using open-source libraries for text-to-speech (TTS) solutions. My technical proficiency includes working with APIs and RSS feeds, ensuring real-time content delivery that fits your station's style. To meet your requirements, I propose the following approach: - Develop a system that pulls the latest news from Worthy News and Rapture Ready News, with fallback options for reliability. - Implement a user-friendly web panel for schedule management and script updates, allowing easy adjustments to the bulletin. - Integrate a high-quality TTS engine on your server to ensure a human-like voice, making it sound live and engaging. - Ensure compatibility with Icecast/Shoutcast for seamless audio output without disrupting your current stream. I am excited about the possibility of working on this project and am confident in delivering a solution that meets your needs within the set budget. I am available to discuss further details and can start immediately. Thank you for considering my proposal.
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Hi there! I understand you want a real-time AI news bulletin system that works smoothly with your radio stream. It is frustrating when systems depend on paid APIs or monthly fees and limit your control. I have experience in building automation systems using APIs, Python, and open-source AI tools. I have worked on projects involving text-to-speech engines, RSS data handling, and streaming automation. I also have experience with server-side deployment and integrating audio output with live streaming platforms. My approach will be to use open-source TTS models like Piper or Coqui for natural human-like voice output. I will build an RSS reader system to fetch and filter news in real time from your selected sources. I will add a scheduling system with simple on/off and time-based control as you requested. The final output will be directly routed to Icecast/Shoutcast stream without interrupting playback. check our work https://www.freelancer.com/u/ayesha86664 Do you prefer a single AI voice or multiple voice options for different news segments? Let me know if you’re interested & we can discuss it. . Best Regards Ayesha
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Hello, I can build this system for you as a lightweight, self-hosted AI radio news injector that runs fully on open-source tools with no recurring TTS costs. I will set up a scheduled service that triggers at your defined hours, pulls the latest RSS headlines from your selected sources, formats them into short bulletin scripts, and converts them into natural-sounding speech using an offline or self-hosted TTS engine like Piper or Coqui TTS. The system will include a configurable intro segment where your AI host name and station name are inserted, followed by dynamically generated news summaries that are assembled in real time so nothing is pre-recorded. For streaming, I will integrate output directly into Icecast or Shoutcast using a seamless audio handoff so your live stream is not interrupted when the bulletin plays. You will get a simple web panel or config file to control scheduling, toggle the feature on or off, edit the intro script, and manage news sources easily. The final delivery will include fully working code, setup instructions for your server, and a live test to confirm the hourly broadcast runs correctly.
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Hi there, I will build a lightweight, server-hosted hourly AI newscaster that pulls Worthy News and Rapture Ready News RSS feeds (with public-feed fallback), performs on-the-fly summarisation, and injects natural TTS into an Icecast/Shoutcast stream using open-source voice models. - Fetch & parser: real-time RSS/API fetcher, summary formatter, feed-failover to alternate public sources - TTS & stream handoff: install/configure open-source neural TTS on your server (no monthly fees) and seamless audio injection to Icecast/Shoutcast without interrupting live playback - Control UI/config: simple web panel or editable config file to update intro script, source URLs, and scheduled hours - Risk/quality control: staged deployment with backup checkpoint and post-deploy validation of hand-off behavior Skills: ✅ Worthy News RSS ✅ Rapture Ready News / RSS failover ✅ real-time fetch & summarisation ✅ open-source neural TTS / server deployment ✅ Icecast/Shoutcast integration / minimal downtime Certificates: ✅ Microsoft® Certified: MCSA | MCSE | MCT ✅ cPanel® & WHM Certified CWSA-2 Available to start immediately. Is this already running on a live Icecast/Shoutcast server where I can test the hourly hand-off? $30 , 1 day Best regards,
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One of my core strengths is creating systems that improve performance and productivity, which is exactly what you need for this project. My knowledge of open-source libraries will keep your budget lean without compromising on quality. Furthermore, having worked with Icecast/Shoutcast compatible systems before gives me an edge in understanding how to integrate the finished audio seamlessly into your existing stream. Moreover, with my client-centric approach, I don't just start coding - I first take time to understand your business goals and users' needs. The AI newscaster will be personalized with your branded intro script and choice of name for the AI reporter; think of it as having your own virtual radio employee! Lastly, my dedication to clean code, reliable delivery, and a long-term mindset positions me favorably to build an efficient tool that grows with your business performance needs. Let's get started together to build something fast, efficient, and ready to amplify your voice worldwide.
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Your posting caught my attention. This can be built cleanly using a lightweight Python service + open-source TTS, without any monthly AI fees. Recommended setup: Python service outside AzuraCast containers Piper TTS (fast, lightweight, natural voice) Scheduled audio injection into Icecast/Liquidsoap Headline extraction from webpages directly (RSS fallback only if needed) Core implementation: Real-time news scraping + summarization AI voice bulletin generation Hour-based scheduling + enable/disable controls Admin config page inside AzuraCast Automatic stream handoff without interrupt issues Focus: Fully self-hosted No recurring API/TTS costs Low CPU/RAM footprint on Ubuntu VPS Deliverables: Working automation code Setup/config guide Test session for live hourly bulletin For similar automation/audio systems: https://www.freelancer.com/u/Microlent Ready to start with the TTS + AzuraCast injection flow first. — Rajesh Rolen
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Hi, I’ll build a lightweight Python system that pulls live news via RSS, converts it to natural AI voice using open-source TTS like Coqui TTS, and injects it into your Icecast/Shoutcast stream. Includes hourly scheduling, fallback sources, and a simple config panel for intro text and timing control. Fully self-hosted, no monthly fees—delivery with code, setup guide, and live test.
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Hello, I have experience with real-time data integration and voice synthesis, having implemented features like automated news retrieval and custom audio content generation for media streaming platforms. I can build a system that pulls news from your specified sources, applies fallback mechanisms, and automates scheduling through a user-friendly interface. For instance, I could implement a cron job that checks the time and triggers the AI-generated news bulletin with your intro at specified intervals. Let's discuss!
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Hi there! I love the challenge of building a lean, open-source AI radio bulletin that sounds human, feels natural, and fits your stream without fuss. I’ll deliver a real-time, on-demand news brief that’s low-friction and server-based, with zero monthly fees. Solution outline: - Source feeds: fetch latest headlines from Worthy News and Rapture Ready News (with a robust RSS/API fallback). - Scheduling: simple on/off toggle plus hour-range input (e.g., 08:00-22:00) to control air times; silence outside. - Custom intro: integrate your provided intro text with a chosen AI reporter name and your station name at the start of each bulletin. - Real-time TTS: use open-source TTS to generate natural-sounding speech on the server, so outputs are fresh every time. - Output: seamlessly inject the 3-minute audio into Icecast/Shoutcast streams without interrupting current playback. - Control: lightweight web panel or config file to update intro script, sources, and schedule. - Open-source stack: ensure no monthly fees and easy local deployment. Deliverables: - Working codebase (server-side scripts, TTS pipeline, feed fetcher, scheduler, and stream inserter). - Setup guide with minimal dependencies. - A quick test session demonstrating hourly hand-off. - Basic web panel or config file for on-the-fly updates. Estimated scope & time: open-source stack, lean build, 25/hour. I’ll provide a realistic plan after a quick skim of your exact infrastructure and preferred TTS model. Timeline: 3-7 day
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Hello, The primary challenge involves ensuring real-time data synchronization between the news sources and the AI voice system while maintaining seamless audio output. Another complexity lies in managing the scheduling feature without disrupting the existing stream. Will the system require robust error handling in case a news source is unavailable? How should the scheduling interface be designed to accommodate various time zones? I am ready to discuss these technical aspects further.
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Hello, I hope you are doing well. **Previous Work:** I’ve built lightweight automation for streaming stacks using AzuraCast and Liquidsoap, including TTS inserts, scheduling, and live-safe audio injection. **Approach:** 1. **Content Fetching:** Scrape headlines (fallback-ready) and summarize into a ~3-minute script. 2. **TTS (Open Source):** Deploy a local engine (Piper/Coqui) on your Ubuntu VPS—no monthly fees, natural voice output. 3. **Audio Injection:** Generate audio on-the-fly and feed it into Liquidsoap as a scheduled source without interrupting the main stream. 4. **Scheduling (AzuraCast):** Use Liquidsoap + AzuraCast hooks for top-of-hour triggers with on/off toggle and hour range control. 5. **Custom Intro:** Configurable script prepended to each bulletin. 6. **Admin Control:** Simple config (or lightweight PHP page) to edit intro, sources, and schedule. **Deliverables:** * Working automation (fetch → summarize → TTS → stream) * Integrated with AzuraCast * Setup guide + test session **Timeline & Cost:** * 2–3 days * Fixed: $55 This will run fully on your server, no external fees, and sound natural and live.
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Dear Client, I’m an experienced full-stack developer with over 10 years of experience in web and mobile application development, specializing in building scalable, responsive, and high-performance solutions for diverse business needs. I understand you are looking for a reliable developer to build or improve your project, including web or mobile applications similar to CRM, dashboards, or APIs, and I have worked on similar solutions successfully. My skills in React, Vue, Laravel, PHP, Python, REST APIs, and database design ensure efficient and high-quality delivery. Feel free to share more details or ask questions. I’m ready to refine my approach to match your exact requirements. Looking forward to working with you. Best regards, Md Ruhul Ajom
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Hello, I can build a lightweight AI news-break automation for AzuraCast/Liquidsoap that airs hourly within your chosen schedule. I will fetch headlines from Worthy News/Rapture Ready or fallback sources, summarize them into a 3-minute script, add your custom intro, and generate natural TTS on your server using open-source tools like Piper or Coqui. The audio can be injected into Icecast/Shoutcast-compatible flow without disrupting the main stream. I will add simple admin/config controls for on/off, source URLs, intro text, and active hours. Deliverables include working code, setup guide, and test session. Budget noted: $55 lean build.
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Hi, I can build a lightweight AzuraCast-compatible hourly news bulletin system that pulls headlines, converts them into natural-sounding AI voice audio, and injects it seamlessly into your Icecast stream. The solution would use a minimal open-source stack (e.g., Piper TTS + small Linux service + Liquidsoap scheduling hooks) integrated with your existing Docker-based AzuraCast setup. I’ll implement configurable scheduling, editable intro scripts, and fallback news sources while keeping everything fully self-hosted with no monthly costs. Do you prefer strictly RSS-based sources for stability, or should I also include direct webpage parsing as a backup layer? I’m available to start immediately and can keep the setup as lean and maintainable as possible. Best Regards, Muhammad
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Hey there, I’m Roman. I can build your lean, on‑prem AI Radio Newscaster with open‑source tools, no monthly fees, and it’ll drop a 3‑minute world‑news block at the top of every hour. What I’ll deliver - Content source: pull latest headlines and short summaries from Worthy News and Rapture Ready News via RSS or API; if one feed goes down, it’ll fall back to another public feed that matches the style. - Scheduling: a simple config with an on/off toggle and hours like 08:00-22:00; outside those hours it stays silent. - Custom intro: you provide the exact wording; the system prepends the AI reporter’s chosen name and your station name. - Real-time TTS: open‑source TTS (Coqui/Mozilla TTS) runs on your server so text is spoken live, not pre‑recorded. - Output: FFmpeg (or a light libshout setup) streams the finished audio into Icecast/Shoutcast without interrupting current playback. - Control: a tiny web panel or config file to update intro, source URLs, and schedule. - Budget fit: designed to stay lean, using open‑source libs. 2–3 practical lines - I’ll build a Python core: feedparser for RSS, a small scheduler, TTS on demand, and a streaming bridge to Icecast. - Quick test: a one‑hour trigger plus a 3‑minute render to confirm hand‑off works, with a simple setup guide. - You’ll get working code, a setup guide, and a ready‑to‑test session to prove it runs on your server. If this sounds right, I’ll start with a minimal prototype and ship a testable build fast.
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