Chilluminati Podcast Midweek Mini - New Nazca Lines Discovered!
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Apr 3, 2025 Dive into the intriguing world of newly discovered Nazca geoglyphs, as AI uncovers 303 previously unknown designs in the desert. Hear how researchers validated these findings using drones and extensive fieldwork. Explore the quirky rules of a ghost-hunting contest, and consider the implications of staged submissions. Plus, uncover an elaborate Zodiac-themed ARG, filled with hidden ciphers and real-world meet-ups. Follow the twisty journey of encrypted clues and the final decision to abandon the project, all wrapped in lively banter.
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AI Accelerates Archaeological Discovery
- AI sped up discovery by spotting faint Nazca geoglyph outlines in satellite images twenty times faster than humans.
- Researchers validated AI hits with 2,600+ manual hours and drone inspections to confirm findings.
Weird And Wonderful New Geoglyphs
- The newly found Nazca geoglyphs include playful and surprising figures like orcas holding daggers and decapitated heads.
- Alex and the hosts reacted enthusiastically, comparing some figures to 90s cartoon logos and humorous characters.
Use AI As An Assistant, Not A Replacement
- The hosts highlight how AI should be used as an assisting tool in research rather than a replacement for human expertise.
- They emphasize productive human-AI collaboration exemplified by the geoglyph project.