The Gist IS THAT Bulls**t IS BACK
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Dec 6, 2024 
Sadie Dingfelder, a science writer known for her exploration of face blindness in her book "Do I Know You?", joins the discussion with sharp wit. She debunks the myth of pets and final meals, swinging from hilarious anecdotes about hairless cats to surprisingly dark tales of dogs and cannibalism. The conversation dives into AI's impact on originality, the intriguing quirks of pets, and a nostalgic look at fact-checking, all while wrapping up with a critique of media's shift from serious to absurd in the world of consumerism.
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AI Talk Show Realism vs. Predictability
- AI talk shows are surprisingly realistic, rivaling human radio hosts in quality.
- Their relatable banter and faux insights, however, reveal a predictability rooted in mimicking common human conversation.
AI's Indiscriminate Fascination
- Mike Pesca experimented with Google's AI talk show feature, using diverse content like a YouTube video and a Delta Airlines confirmation email.
- The AI hosts found both topics "fascinating," highlighting their tendency to express generic enthusiasm.
Return of "Is That Bullshit?"
- Sadie Dingfelder joins Mike Pesca to revive the "Is That Bullshit?" segment.
- Dingfelder, a science writer, previously explored face blindness in her book and will now investigate if cats eat owners post-mortem.
