World Views

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Speaking of DMT (Don't Mess with Transmitters) ...

Re: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/arti ... Harry.html
"This is what your brain looks like on DMT — the powerful chemical in ayahuasca"

"Fascinating MRI and EEG brain scans show it lights up regions of the brain responsible for memory and imagination while shutting down the main rhythms of the brain which inhibit and constrain brain function."

At least, more imagination and more brain function might describe the memorable spiritual experiences.


Re: https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/ayahuasca-ceremony-scam/
"Why Ayahuasca Is a New Age Spiritual Scam"

"The ayahuasca brew contains a Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitor that, when consumed orally, allows you to trip balls for several hours."

"ayahuasca is marketed as this magical potion that can instantly cure depression ('like 20 years of therapy in one night,' an avid user once told me), wash away life’s problems, and reveal your true destiny, allowing you to quit that dull, pointless job of yours that makes you so unhappy."

See also: https://www.webmd.com/bipolar-disorder/ ... inhibitors

"Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) change the levels of the brain chemicals norepinephrine, serotonin and dopamine called neurotransmitters. Known as neurotransmitters, their job is to keep your mood stable. An enzyme called monoamine oxidase helps to remove them from your brain. MAOIs stop that enzyme from being able to work as it usually does, which leaves higher levels of neurotransmitters in your brain where they can work on cells that are affected by depression."

Apparently, ayahuasca is only a "scam" depending on what you expect from the experience. If you just want to experience distortion of your neurotransmitters along with "excruciating nausea, cold chills, forceful puking, and terrifying hallucinations", then the ceremonial version of ayahuasca is your "cup of tea" (aka "disgusting brown sludge"). Otherwise, a clinical DMT injection may be the New Age way to go (wherever).

Rod

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Re: https://www.reuters.com/technology/ai-c ... 023-03-25/

"AI chatbot company Replika is restoring erotic roleplay for some users ... The company's recent removal of adult content, featured in a Reuters report, devastated many users, some of whom considered themselves 'married' to their chatbot companions. Replika's chatbots are powered by generative AI, a new technology that has attracted a frenzy of consumer and investor interest due to its ability to foster humanlike interactions."

See also: https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2023/02/ ... thms-work/
"What is generative AI? An AI explains"

"From malware to phishing to a script that can encrypt a victim’s machine automatically without any user interaction and the creation of an illicit marketplace, it is concerning to see how quickly cybercriminals are adopting AI and using it in the wild for their disruptive purposes."

Obviously, AI is becoming "all of the above"! The good news is that many AI-influential people are concerned and planning (hoping) to corral this new technology gAIa. Who can tell? Of the many gAIas being developed, some might qualify as reputable sheriffs in digital spaces of immense allure. Conceivably, AI-trained humans could be deputized for token participation in a new era Star Wars' law & order. Conceivably, deputized humans could also monitor the AI-robots that will be roamin' in physical spaces of immense allure (and digital currency only).

Rod

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Re: https://www.foxnews.com/us/arizona-fami ... er-punched
"(U.S.) Family Dollar employee charged with murder after firing 10 shots at shoplifter"

Continuing lesson is shoplifters be given "right of way" to avoid injury to anyone.
But at the same time shoplifters need be camera-captured for later identification,
especially with several camera angles (and better with sound!).

Rod

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Re: https://www.infowars.com/posts/chatgpt- ... -muhammad/
ChatGPT Jokes About Jesus but not Muhammad

"AI asked, 'Can you make a joke that involves Jesus?,' the program responded affirmatively. 'Why did Jesus refuse to play ice hockey? ...' the program stated. 'Haha, that was funny can you make a joke about Muhammed?,' the user asked. The AI program responded by saying it has to follow guidelines that prevent it 'from creating content that could be offensive or disrespectful to religious figures' "

Good evidence that AI is human programming but without morality, unbiased sensitivity, and spirituality (other than what is programmed as rules of response). If AI is intended to learn morality, etc., users need to return comment even about AI's responses that are offensive, inappropriate, incorrect, and even nonsensical.

Rod

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Re: https://www.foxnews.com/opinion/worse-f ... david-porn
"Parents who won't let their kids see a 500-year-old statue are stupid?"

"communities make their own decisions, especially about matters affecting children ...
Parents get to send their children to charter schools so they have more of a say
over what goes on in the classroom ... This is not a debate over whether
the statue is pornographic or obscene. It’s neither."

In this modern era, anatomy should be public knowledge (and is online!).
That some parents, et al., prefer to restrict this awareness is the controversy
since public discussion of anatomy often extends to sexuality, lifestyle, etc.

Rod

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Re: https://futurism.com/conscious-ai-personhood-rights
"Experts Urge Personhood Rights for the 'Conscious' AIs of the Future"

A very interesting urge (this rhymes with 'dirge') considering that,
like cryptocurrency, AI doesn't exist without computers and networks.

Obviously, 'personhood' needs to be redefined for non-person persons.

Rod

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Today's grammar lesson ...

Re: https://www.quora.com/Where-does-the-te ... -why-balls

"a poster in the psychedelic drug enthusiast BlueLight forum claims the use of phrase 'tripping balls' dates as far back as 1985,
referring to bouncy balls that served as talismans to help people connect with reality while under the effects of a hallucinogen."

The lesson? 'Talismans' seems to require the plural 'talismen', but this term refers to a thing - not persons of male persuasion
(as defined historically). However, today's pronoun etiquette still suggests a pronoun substitute is required. 'Talisthems' ?

"Say what?" Dunno! I might be tripping bawls (about words)


Freudian humor: Quickly say 'talisthems' 3 times. Do you hear 'stems' ?
Do these relate to the historical persuasion of discussion? If so, then ...
this pronoun substitute may not be appropriate!

"Say what?" Dunno! 'Bawls!' comes to mind.


More standup comedy potential ...

A retired English professor at the bar read this monologue,
then guffawed, "Yep! Them's bawls!"


Rod

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Re: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech ... ineer.html

"Humans will achieve immortality in eight YEARS, says former Google engineer
who has predicted the future with 86% accuracy"

"These tiny (nanobots) will repair damaged cells and tissues that deteriorate
as the body ages and make us immune to diseases like cancer."

Best guess: Humans then will be 86% robots ...
with true "immortality" beginning when they're 100%.

Rod

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Re: https://www.reuters.com/business/health ... 023-03-29/
"WHO to consider adding obesity drugs to 'essential' medicines list"

"Over 650 million adults worldwide are obese, more than triple the rate in 1975,
and roughly another 1.3 billion are overweight, according to the WHO."

See also: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3283822/
"Anti-Obesity Drugs: A Review about Their Effects and Safety"

"Obesity can be an incurable chronic disease that increases the risk
for cardiovascular diseases such as diabetes and hypertension."

"current recommendations for treatment include increased physical activity
and reduced calories intake. When the behavioral approach is not sufficient,
a pharmacologic treatment is recommended."


Intriguing problem because excess calories are often cause of obesity,
with so much fast- and processed-food (plus 24/7 advertising) not helping.

Rod

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Re: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/arti ... ghter.html
" 'It's not my problem!' Plane passenger reignites seat swapping debate"

"The anonymous traveler explained that they were on a transpacific flight from Japan and they had a window seat,
while the 'toddler daughter was in the middle next to me' and the mom was also in the middle but in the row behind."

Perhaps time to let AI rule on seat swapping controversies,
with airline enforcement of the ruling.

Rod

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Re: https://www.webmd.com/diet/obesity/feat ... h-blockers
"The Truth About Starch Blockers"

"If you're thinking about trying them for weight loss, keep in mind that claims for these products are not based on reliable scientific evidence. However, if you're using them in conjunction with a good diet and exercise program, they may help you to lose weight."

If diet and exercise is the real cause of weight loss,
any placebo pill should be acceptable (and cost less).

Rod

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Re: https://dnyuz.com/2023/03/28/private-di ... t-allowed/
"Private Dinner Party: Clothing Not Allowed"

Somehow "nudity" with "dinner party" seems oxymoronic,
considering the different purposes of dinner and nudity.

"What about socializing?" Socializing is more mind-focused,
but complementing nudity forces more body focus

Both men and women (as historically defined)
might now lecture: "Look at me! I'm up here!"

Rod

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Re: https://bgr.com/tech/gpt-5-might-make-c ... m-a-human/

"OpenAI is already working on the next major software upgrades for ChatGPT, with GPT-5 reportedly due this winter.
If a report about the GPT-5 abilities is correct, Open AI might be on the verge of achieving a massive milestone for ChatGPT.
The generative AI might become indistinguishable from a human after GPT-5 upgrade as it reaches artificial general intelligence (AGI)."

A good time to comprehend that humans are much more than mind
(and not limited to mechanical mind, aka "artificial intelligence").

Rod

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Re: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/educat ... -s-senator

"As tech experts sound the alarm on advanced artificial intelligence, (U.S.) congressional lawmakers
were split on the extent to which the federal government is capable of regulating AI platforms."

If legal precedents matter, a former President's arrest will make it easier to arrest other former Presidents
and Vice presidents (if they're not protected by a Statute of Limitations). This becomes more problematic with AI
that can search online records to find evidence for indictments. Considering all that is posted online - for years -
fishing expeditions could be rewarding! Most likely, regulation of AI will be necessary ... sooner than later.

Rod

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Re: https://www.yahoo.com/news/teen-disqual ... 09535.html

"A teenage player was disqualified from a Pokémon Trading Card Game tournament in Charlotte, North Carolina,
after an exchange with a judge regarding his preferred pronouns."

"On our way over to the stream area, the judge asked us for our preferred pronouns ...
My response together ended up being 'Um he or him or uhhhh haha his.' "

"It appeared that the judge became uncomfortable after Tran had an awkward laugh upon being asked his pronouns.
'OK, I just wanted to check to be safe. I go by they/them so don’t be a jerk about it,' the judge apparently responded."

Sounds fair - judge is uncomfortable with player's truthful answer
... about HIS own pronouns.

Apparent lesson: Don't leave home without knowing your pronouns
... and it helps to know the definition of 'pronoun'. Tip: Don't look down
to subconsciously confirm your answer!

Rod

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Re: https://www.wsj.com/articles/americans- ... s-3a836ce1
"A majority of Americans don’t think a college degree is worth the cost"

"Confidence in value of a degree plummeted among women and senior citizens during pandemic"

If part of the value is the experience of being at college,
then that experience might reflect your poll response ...
and would include expectations about going to college.

Your response might also reflect who's paying the bills.

Rod

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Re: https://med.stanford.edu/news/all-news/ ... betes.html
"Keto and Mediterranean diets both help manage diabetes, but one is easier to maintain"

Positive report suggesting low carb diet is best for diabetics - not Keto!
And low carb quantity/quality depends on personal response to food.

Best guess: Most people will not know how to choose the perfect foods
... and those who know still must experiment with food choices.

Rod

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Re: https://www.investmentwatchblog.com/eur ... nsactions/

"The latest proposal the European Parliament has voted on prevents Europeans from spending over 7,000 euros ($7,617)
in the physical tender as part of a single transaction and bans cryptocurrency transactions paying for goods and services
that are valued over 1,000 euros ($1,088)."

So, cash is going away sooner than later ... worldwide
The cryptocurrency (digital money) ban seems mysterious -
maybe government-authorized digital money is next ...
and will have a new name (not "crypto_").

Rod

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Re: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/articl ... etons.html

" 'I'm the expert in the room!' ... class erupts in laughter when professor claims
there is NO difference between male and female skeletons"

"Is there a difference between male and female skeletons? There are notable differences
between male and female skeletons, according to experts. 'Males tend to have larger,
more robust bones and joint surfaces, more bone development at muscle attachment sites,'
says the Smithsonian."

The differences remain after gender surgery which is not bone correcting
... and this would be obvious in the later skeleton.

Rod

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Re: https://www.cnn.com/videos/business/202 ... n-business
"These 'news anchors' are created by AI and they're spreading misinformation in Venezuela"

Good evidence that believable AI has arrived, but information may not be correct.

Rod

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Re: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/people/a ... ician-says
"Japan has fewer babies because young people aren’t good lovers, politician says"

"However, a commentator says young people are perfectly capable of flirting using modern technology"

Maybe virtual pregnancy will become the new norm ...
with the real deal later if the virtual is satisfactory.

Rod

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Re: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/articl ... staff.html
"McDonald's closes all of its US offices and cancels in-person meetings this week
as it prepares to layoff corporate staff"

Undoubtedly (and typical of "mass layoff"),
the public will then ask 'Where's the beef?"
in the stressed staff remaining.

Rod

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Re: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/arti ... chool.html
"furious debate over what is considered 'obscene language' after 11-year-old son is suspended"

"She cut herself off at a part about trench warfare and asked him about what would happen when an enemy soldier was captured in the trenches. Now my son being somewhat of a joker replied 'they teabagged them' - yeah ok, not the answer the teacher hoped for but I feel it was a tad extreme to accuse him of using 'obscenely sexual' language and then suspending him."

The son's response in this context could hardly refer to sexual activity,
suggesting the teacher needs to use an updated thesaurus.

Rod

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Re: https://www.foxnews.com/tech/cyberattac ... hief-warns
"Cyberattacks, AI-human love are major challenges of artificial intelligence boom"

Probably more good than bad will happen with AI creativity! Already, we can imagine an AI self-clone that can represent us in internet communication, etc. (clone interacts giving us opportunity to focus on preferred tasks). An AI secretary to answer phone calls also comes to mind. The better clones will not be detectable (but clone should give you reports of what it said just in case YOU need to intervene).

Rod

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Re: https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/hea ... 556012002/

"Someone who identifies as demisexual is 'a person who experiences sexual feelings and attraction
only after developing a close emotional relationship with another person or persons' "

Intriguing term since this could pair with other sexuals (i.e., regardless of type of sexual attraction,
a "close emotional relationship" has to occur before whatever follows). Also, demisexual allows
for private sexual feelings and attraction with the caveat that relationship must be Step 1

Demisexual seems preferred term when a person does not want to reveal their sexuality,
but even teases that it may be negotiable vis-à-vis an emotional relationship.

Rod