Obsidian has long been the author's primary tool for organizing notes and research due to its powerful linking capabilities and local-first approach. However, as the volume of notes increased, extracting valuable insights became challenging. The author integrated Google’s AI-powered NotebookLM with Obsidian, which significantly improved productivity and creative workflows. NotebookLM allows users to upload Markdown notes and other resources, centralizing research materials and enabling targeted questioning. Users can ask specific questions about their knowledge base, receive astute answers, and generate mind maps for complex topics. The integration also offers audio summaries for convenient learning. This combination transforms any Obsidian vault into an intelligent search engine, making it easier to uncover deeper connections and insights from extensive Markdown notes. The author highly recommends this setup for existing Obsidian users, noting its potential to enhance research efficiency and understanding.