

1788 - "chatJCD"
4 snips Aug 7, 2025
The hosts dive into the quirks of celebrity news and the digital age, sparking humorous critiques of chatbots in hiring. They question vaccine narratives under big pharma's influence and dissect the complexities of vaccine funding and media integrity. Navigating parenting challenges with AI and discussing the evolution of advertising in the digital landscape are highlighted. With light-hearted reflections on community and listener engagement, the podcast balances light humor with serious societal issues.
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Chatbots Can't Converse Naturally
- Adam Curry tried to create a conversational AI show with John C. Dvorak but found chatbots limited to question-answer formats.
- The bots always ended responses with questions, making natural, witty banter impossible.
AI Job Interviews Rise
- AI job interviewers can ask good follow-up questions but lack personal engagement and small talk.
- This technology might become standard in industries where hiring large numbers is difficult.
Media Spins Vaccine Funding Cuts
- Mass media coverage promotes mRNA vaccine programs and dismisses concerns as misinformation.
- Public health narratives frame vaccine funding cuts as a blow, despite claims vaccines have limitations.