I’ve been a rabid fan of AI and ChatGPT since it hit the masses. As someone who’s also crafted award-winning humor for over 20 years, I’m always on the lookout for a “magic bullet” that will help inspire my next piece. What many people don’t know is behind every great humor yarn lies tons of research, a healthy helping of incongruity, and a bit of visual flair to drive home the message. ChatGPT is perfect for all of them. With the release of ChatGPT 4.0, DALL-E has become an essential tool in my creative process, alongside other multimedia tools like Hedra, Faceswapper, CGDream, OpenArt and even SUNO for music. Whether…
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From Pinnacles to Potties ChatGPT can help you review anything
I don’t write reviews. Especially about mundane things like shampoo, toothpaste, and dental floss. But when I received an email from Walmart, ChatGPT dared me, “I’ll bet you can’t write a short prompt to evaluate anything. Good or bad.” So, I did. In an age where technology seems to be reshaping every aspect of our lives, writers, reviewers, and others who craft words for a living are finding how indispensable tools like ChatGPT are in revolutionizing the way we approach our work. From drafting initial ideas to generating catchy phrases and titles, these tools offer unparalleled support, efficiency, and creativity for people who spend their day writing. In this collection…
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A Minor Blump In the Toad Explaining the New Roman Numeral Metric System
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 16, 2024 By John C. Breckinridge Senior Science and Mathematics Writer The Journal of Emergent Complex Situations Bugtussle, KY – In an unprecedented event that challenges societal norms, an eminent malware attack threatens to simultaneously convert all Arabic numbers to Roman Numerals and switch the United States customary unit system to the metric system. The resulting Roman Numeral Metric System will have profound implications across all aspects of life, redefining the way we approach everyday calculations and transactions. Nevertheless, if we prepare for the changes, the threat will be a minor “blump in the toad.” To help alleviate people’s fears about this monumental change, I’d like…
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Scientists Discover Way to Swap Faces And everyone isn't necessarily happy about it
In a groundbreaking discovery, scientists have developed a method to swap faces between consenting adults, moving beyond the realm of software imaging into the tangible world. This remarkable advancement in medical science raises both fascination and ethical concerns. The Historical Journey of Face Swapping The concept of face-swapping is not entirely new. Historical records suggest that Ramses II and Moses were the earliest recorded figures to undergo this procedure. Ramses II, one of the most celebrated pharaohs of Egypt, reportedly had his face swapped with Moses, the prophet and leader of the Israelites. This exchange, however, was met with regret by Moses, who spent the rest of his life seeking…
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The Evolution of a Nursery Rhyme Or, how ChatGPT can impact your humor writing
So, let’s talk about how people feel about ChatGPT and similar AI models. It’s a mixed bag, really. On the one hand, a lot of people are amazed by the innovation and efficiency it brings. How it’s already changing the game in education, programming, content creation, customer service, and more. It’s like having a super-assistant who’s always ready to help you with learning and research. For writers, it can spark creative thinking in ways you’ve never imagined. On the other hand, there’s a bit of anxiety around AI possibly replacing human jobs, especially in creative fields where AI is now able to write entertaining jokes, articles, and screenplays as well…