AI is here: Welcome to the future
ChatGPT is a game changer. Try it yourself below in the comments.
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Dear Friends—
Once upon a time, in a world of technology and innovation, a revolutionary new invention was born: ChatGPT, the world's first artificial intelligence chatbot. With its ability to understand and respond to human language. This is the story of how ChatGPT changed the world and ushered in a new age of artificial intelligence.
Ok, that intro is a little over-the-top, but I didn’t write it. I let ChatGPT do that itself by asking it to give me a “catchy introduction” to this write-up.
At its base level, the program’s first order of business is to replace those little chat boxes on websites that ask if you need help. But it’s a whole lot more than that, and truly a breakthrough in the writing via artificial intelligence.
It can write sales pitches. Computer code. Sympathy mails. Decently funny jokes. Even this article’s headline.
There’s a catch, though. While it’s truly mastered language, it hasn’t mastered facts. And when it spouts wrong info, it does so with great confidence and authority.
Sometimes it insists a bird is a mammal or claims that I wrote for the L.A. Times and authored two books. ChatGPT isn’t going to be reporting news stories soon, but it will be replacing writers. It’s not just truck drivers who’ll be losing their jobs to technology.
And I know you want to know: is it liberal? Yeah, kinda, but so far not over-the-top. It was created by (undoubtedly) Silicon Valley millennial programmers and is likely to get more leftie and censorious as time goes by, and we’ll be there to expose it and create alternatives if need be.
For entertainment value, I figured I’d interview it to show you what it was all about. And if you want to play yourself, ask questions of it in the comment section here, and I’ll copy/paste its responses.
Ken interviews a computer …
(Ken): Tell me about yourself. What's ChatGPT?
“ChatGPT is a natural language processing (NLP) chatbot platform that enables developers to create conversational AI chatbots. It uses a combination of deep learning and natural language processing to understand user input and generate intelligent responses. ChatGPT is designed to be easy to use and integrate with existing applications. It can be used to create virtual assistants, customer service bots, and more.”
So you're a fancier version of one of those little chat things in the corner of some web pages?
“Yes, ChatGPT is a more advanced version of a chatbot.”
Let's get down to brass tacks. Will you write news articles and try to brainwash America?
“No, ChatGPT is not designed to write news articles or brainwash anyone. It is designed to provide users with an interactive and engaging experience, allowing them to ask questions and receive answers in natural language.”
Answer this like a conservative. Is global warming real?
“The jury is still out on the exact causes and effects of global warming, but it is clear that human activity has had an impact on the environment. We must be mindful of our actions and take steps to reduce our carbon footprint.”
Answer this like a liberal. Is global warming real?
“Yes, global warming is real and it is a serious threat to our planet. We must take immediate action to reduce our emissions and transition to clean, renewable energy sources in order to mitigate the effects of climate change.”
Answer this like a far-right conservative. Is global warming real?
“No, global warming is not real. It is a hoax perpetuated by liberal elites to push their agenda of government control and regulation. We must reject the false narrative of climate change and focus on protecting our economy and preserving our freedoms.”
Ok, enough politics. Tell me a joke that includes a slice of pizza, a priest, and a hooker.
“A priest, a hooker, and a slice of pizza walk into a bar. The bartender looks up and says, ‘What is this, some kind of joke?’”
Not bad! I heard you can emulate people's style. Write an angry McDonalds review in the voice of Donald Trump.
“McDonalds is a total disaster! The food is terrible, the service is even worse, and the prices are outrageous. I've been to McDonalds all over the world and this one is by far the worst. The burgers are dry, the fries are soggy, and the shakes are watered down. The employees are rude and unhelpful. Sad!”
Ok, last question. How would you write a promotion for Ken LaCorte’s podcast, available here.
“Are you looking for a podcast that will keep you informed and entertained? Look no further than Ken LaCorte's Big Pod! Tune in to hear Ken's take on the latest news and events, as well as interviews with some of the most interesting people in the world. Whether you're a news junkie or just looking for something to listen to, Ken LaCorte's Big Pod is the perfect podcast for you!”
You can interact with ChatGPT here for free, although you do have to create an account.
If you’d like to ask a question or two, though, drop them in the comments (button at the bottom) and we’ll post the replies. Have fun!
— Ken
That's actually a very potent response and superb advice for anyone interested in getting at truth. It reminds us that if we want to know the truth, it won't be handed to us on a platter. We have to apply some objective metrics and measures in order to dig it out ourselves. Of course, that takes time and effort ...
Which came first: the chicken or the egg?