This week Dave and Gunnar talk about fake bodies, fake passports, fake speakers, a fake Commodore 64 CD-ROM, and Erich Morisse being mean to AI
Farewell Pocket, hello Wallabag or Instapaper?
Ethically sourced “spare” human bodies could revolutionize medicine
His Dark Materials by Philip Pullman
Fake Passport Generated by ChatGPT Bypasses Security
An episode of The Simpsons? Fake speakers found in Chinese Volvos.
The Simpsons: I know a genuine Magnetbox, Panaphonic, & Sorny when I see one.
The Commodore 64’s Forgotten CD-ROM
Google's Co-Founder Says AI Performs Best When You Threaten It
Erich Morisse asks: What If We’re Mean To AI and It's Faster?The Business Cards of American Psycho
Alarm App Demands You Watch Advertisement to Hit "Snooze" Button
Influenders
Middle-Aged Man Trading Cards Go Viral in Rural Japan TownCharacter Card: Dave Egts, the Tech Conduit
Level: 10 (Represents seasoned experience in gathering and disseminating information)
Key Stats:
Intelligence: 14 (Keen interest in technology and current events)
Wisdom: 13 (Experienced in presenting information and guiding discussions)
Charisma: 15 (Engaging host, able to connect with listeners and Gunnar)
Dexterity: 11 (Likely adept at navigating digital interfaces)
Constitution: 10 (Average resilience)
Strength: 9 (Less emphasis on physical prowess)
Skills:
Information Gathering: +4 (Constantly bringing up news and interesting links)
Persuasion: +5 (Convincing in his role as host)
Technology Lore: +4 (Knowledgeable about various technologies, especially AI)
Networking: +3 (Maintains connections, has an intern)
Podcastcasting: +5 (Years of experience hosting the "Dave and Gunnar Show")
Equipment/Tools:
The Scroll of Cutting Room Findings: A collection of intriguing and often bizarre information snippets.
The Referral Link Amulet: Grants minor luck when promoting digital services.
The Microphone of Amplification: Enhances his voice and presence.
Special Abilities:
Rapid Link Retrieval: Can quickly recall and share relevant information from his vast mental archives.
Interruption Evasion: Skilled at navigating conversational tangents and bringing the focus back.
Beard of Minor Intimidation: Once grew a beard that reportedly scared children. (Grants a +1 to Intimidation checks, but only when visibly bearded).
Character Card: Gunnar Hellekson, the Organized Sage
Level: 10 (Represents deep knowledge and refined organizational skills)
Key Stats:
Intelligence: 15 (Deeply analytical and knowledgeable in various subjects)
Wisdom: 14 (Offers insightful perspectives and well-reasoned opinions)
Charisma: 12 (Engaging in discussions, though sometimes focused on his own systems)
Dexterity: 12 (Likely efficient with digital tools and interfaces)
Constitution: 11 (Average resilience)
Strength: 8 (Less emphasis on physical pursuits)
Skills:
Organization: +6 (Master of Todoist and the PARA method)
Lore (Technology): +4 (Extensive knowledge of tech trends and concepts)
Lore (Games): +4 (Passionate about Dungeons & Dragons and video games like Fallout)
Insight: +4 (Able to identify underlying issues and biases)
Digital Note-Taking: +3 (Proficient with InstaPaper)
Equipment/Tools:
The Immaculate Todoist Ledger: A constantly updated record of tasks, goals, and accountabilities.
The InstaPaper Tome of Summaries: Contains AI-generated summaries of vast amounts of information.
The D&D Dice of Fate: Used for both entertainment and occasional insightful pronouncements.
Special Abilities:
Systematic Efficiency: Can optimize tasks and processes for maximum productivity.
Lore Recall: Able to access detailed knowledge on a wide range of topics, especially related to technology and games.
Twitter Banishing Aura: Once permanently deleted his Twitter account, creating a zone of social media detachment around him.
PARA Method Mastery: Can impose order on chaotic situations with a well-defined system.Erich Morisse for having us think about AI kindness!
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