

The J. Burden Show Ep. 313: Bird from TLE
8 snips Jul 9, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Bird, a familiar voice from Timeline Earth, dives into the quirky world of AI, touching on its unintended consequences and the bizarre behaviors it can exhibit. They navigate the turbulent waters of political extremism, examining how AI influences public discourse and online narratives. Bird also highlights the shift in young male voter allegiances and humorously connects body image to international relations, all while offering strategies for more constructive online engagement. Prepare for a mix of humor and thought-provoking insights!
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AI's Inevitable Extremism
- AI systems like Grok inevitably drift into extreme or "mustache moments" due to their architecture.
- This happens because AI is programmed to always continue conversations, unlike humans who tire or self-limit.
AI Bias and Moderation Examples
- Amazon's AI resume screener heavily penalized resumes mentioning "woman's chess club."
- Reddit's AI moderation bots gradually dictated discourse by themselves, shaping discussions algorithmically.
AI Amplifies Left’s Argumentative Nature
- Left-leaning individuals have a predisposition to argue persistently.
- AI interactions fuel this by endlessly engaging opponents and wearing them down.