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This week we continue diving into the strange case of Google's AI known as LaMDA and its potential sentience by going over the transcripts of the last conversations Blake Lemoine held with the AI. Website: https://missedthemarkrecords.com/rtspodcast Twitter: @NerdySongwriter Sources: https://cajundiscordian.medium.com/is-lamda-sentient-an-interview-ea64d916d917

This week we talk about something strange. Former Google engineer Blake Lemoine has claimed that the AI he was working with is sentient and supposedly even hired a lawyer to represent what he referred to as a 7 or 8-year-old child who happens to know physics. We dive into all the weirdness in part one, and next time I'll read the transcripts and share any conclusions we can try to derive. Website: https://missedthemarkrecords.com/rtspodcast Twitter: @NerdySongwriter Sources: https://archive.ph/1jdOO https://archive.ph/iYK3d https://futurism.com/google-engineer-lawyer-representing-ai-scared-off

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This week we learn about some radioactive boar in the Fukushima exclusion zone. Then it's on to the convoluted plan to reinstate Trump as president. Lastly, we hear that the US supreme court has blocked a lawsuit in relation to child slavery and chocolate companies. Sources: https://www.theregister.com/2021/07/01/radioactive_hybrid_terror_pigs_fukushima https://www.businessinsider.com/cpac-plan-reinstate-donald-trump-president-2021-7 https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-57522186

This week we chat about Kim Jong Un banning Mullets because apparently, it has capitalist allure. Then, it's on to the mystery of hundreds of bodies washing up in the Ganges. Lastly, a new study showed the power of LSD to rewind your perception into earlier states. HTTP://www.MissedTheMarkRecords.com/RTSPodcast Twitter: @RoundSquaredPod Sources: https://www.foxnews.com/world/kim-jong-un-bans-mullets-skinny-jeans-fearing-their-capitalist-allure-reports https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/asia_pacific/india-coronavirus-ganges-river-bodies/2021/05/21/73cbced6-b811-11eb-bc4a-62849cf6cca9_story.html https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-9598537/LSD-rewinds-brains-functions-makes-unlearn-normal-perception-new-study-finds.html

This week we chat about the recent news from a Tennessee job listing that only had 3% paying more than poverty wages. Then, Google says their using AI to create computer chips months faster than humans can. Lastly, China is on the verge of a laser that creates matter from empty space. HTTP://www.MissedTheMarkRecords.com/RTSPodcast RoundTableSquared@Gmail.com Twitter: @RoundSquaredPod Sources: https://fox17.com/news/local/only-3-of-jobs-posted-on-tennessees-website-offer-more-than-20000-per-year-unemployment-pandemic-recovery-nashville-governor-bill-lee https://www.cnbc.com/amp/2021/06/10/google-is-using-ai-to-design-chip-floorplans-faster-than-humans.html?__twitter_impression=true&s=03 https://asiatimes.com/2021/05/china-on-brink-of-laser-matter-breakthrough/

This week we chat about some research stating that the ability to BS is an honest sign of intelligence. Then it's on to the potential reality that the age of AI killer robots is upon us. Lastly, we'll discuss a Florida high school censoring females' yearbook photos. http://www.MissedTheMarkRecords.com/RTSPodcast Twitter: @RoundSquaredPod Sources:  https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/14747049211000317 https://www.axios.com/age-killer-robots-begun-8e8813d9-0fa1-4529-baf9-3358c1703bee.html https://www.cnn.com/2021/05/25/us/florida-yearbook-photos-altered-trnd/index.html

This week we chat about capital rioters pointing the finger at Trump and the incredibly offensive statement by the Q-Anon Shaman's lawyer. Then, a mysterious syndrome has been plaguing US Diplomats, officials, and troops. Lastly, we'll hear about some pilot programs establishing Universal Basic Income in several US cities. http://www.MissedTheMarkRecords.com/RTSPodcast Sources: https://talkingpointsmemo.com/news/capitol-rioters-trump-defense-comes-up-again-and-again-will-it-make-a-difference https://www.cnn.com/2021/05/17/politics/us-investigates-second-case-mystery-syndrome-white-house/index.html https://thehill.com/policy/defense/549659-lawmakers-told-russia-likely-being-suspected-direct-energy-attacks-on-us https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2021-01-04/guaranteed-income-gains-popularity-after-covid-19

This week we chat about a scheme by major US internet services providers that funded millions of fake comments opposing net neutrality. Then, we'll talk about how China and Russia have weaponized the Q-Anon conspiracy. Lastly, we learn the first human-monkey embryo has been created in a lab. Sources: https://www.wired.com/story/isps-funded-85-million-fake-comments-opposing-net-neutrality/ https://www.cnn.com/2021/04/19/politics/qanon-russia-china-amplification/index.html https://www.freepressjournal.in/science/first-human-monkey-embryo-sparks-debate

This week we chat about the expanding market of lab-grown diamonds. Then it's on to discovering a business where your colleagues decide your salary. Lastly, neo-Nazis and white supremacists are trying to appeal to a larger audience by no longer saying the quiet part out loud anymore. Sources: https://www.bbc.com/news/business-56972562 https://www.bbc.com/news/business-56915767 https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/christopherm51/neo-nazis-white-supremacists-telegram-recruit

This week we find out a new Dinosaur has been discovered. After, we chat about a project using gravity to store electricity. Finally, we'll discuss the IRS Chief estimating 1 Trillion in taxes goes uncollected every year. Sources: https://www.bbc.com/news/world-latin-america-56814655 https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-scotland-56819798 https://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-treasury-irs/irs-chief-says-1-trillion-in-taxes-goes-uncollected-every-year-idUSKBN2C0255

This week we chat about human activities concerning the Amazon's destruction is worsening climate change. After, we go into how widespread the false narratives of the January 6th insurrection on the US capital have become in the Republican party. Lastly, we'll hear from some of those jailed in conjunction with the failed coup discussing how they are being poorly treated.  Sources: https://www.nationalgeographic.com/environment/artic le/amazon-rainforest-now-appears-to-be-contributing-to -climate-change https://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-politics-disinformation/half-of-republicans-believe-false-accounts-of-deadly-u-s-capitol-riot-reuters-ipsos-poll-idUSKBN2BS0RZ https://www.politico.com/news/2021/04/06/capitol-riot-defendant-alleges-beating-by-jail-guards-479413

This week we discuss some recent research into the field of Psychedelic therapy using DMT. Then we chat about the recreation of Earth's first analog computer the Antikythera Mechanism. Lastly, we talk about a recent discovery of organic matter crucial for life on an asteroid and all the interesting implications that could hold.  Sources: https://www.bbc.com/news/health-56373202 https://www.independent.ie/world-news/and-finally/ancient-greek-antikythera-mechanism-recreated-by-scientists-40188132.html https://www.sciencealert.com/a-single-grain-of-asteroid-dust-hints-at-an-exciting-story-of-life-s-origins-in-space

This week we chat about Boris Johnson's peculiar response to the murder of Sarah Everard. Then later we discuss ranked-choice voting. Sources: https://www.scotsman.com/news/crime/body-of-sarah-everard-was-found-in-a-builders-bag-and-identified-using-dental-records-3164850 https://www.cnn.com/2021/03/16/uk/sarah-everard-poli ce-graphic-scli-intl-gbr/index.html https://www.theguardian.com/world/2021/mar/16/project-vigilant-what-are-the-measures-boris-johnson-announced https://www.pewtrusts.org/en/research-and-analysis/blogs/stateline/2021/03/12/ranked-choice-voting-gains-momentum-nationwide

This week we start off discussing some research into whether the human soul exists and its return to the universe. After we'll chat about China's proposal to teach masculinity to its boys. Lastly, we talk about how a space hotel is slated in the near future. HTTP://www.MissedTheMarkRecords.com/RTSPodcast Twitter: @SquaredRound Sources: https://curiosmos.com/scientists-say-the-soul-does-not-die-it-returns-to-the-universe/ https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/01/140116085105.htm https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/china-proposes-teaching-masculinity-boys-state-alarmed-changing-gender-roles-n1258939 https://www.cnn.com/travel/article/voyager-station-space-hotel-scn/index.html

This week we have some light-hearted chit-chat about the recent news concerning the climate crisis and the steps we can take to get to net-zero! HTTP://www.MissedTheMarkRecords.com/RTSPodcast Sources: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/climate-change-9-year s-john-kerry/ https://newscenter.lbl.gov/2021/01/27/getting-to-net-zero-and-even-net-negative-is-surprisingly-feasible-and-affordable/ https://www.climate.gov/news-features/understanding-climate/climate-change-atmospheric-carbon-dioxide https://www.floodmap.net/

This week we have some fun chatting about the recent news concerning a new book from Harvard Astronomer Avi Loeb and the Ouamuamua object in 2017. Sources: https://phys.org/news/2021-02-harvard-astronomer-alien-vessel-paid.html https://www.forbes.com/sites/brucedorminey/2021/02/11/harvard-astronomer-views-interstellar-interloper-as-humanitys-wake-up-call/?sh=e7a1c124a215 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/%CA%BBOumuamua

This week we're starting a brand new season and brand new tone for the podcast.  We'll talk about the Texas Mayor who resigned after insulting his residents amid power outages. Then it's on to Utah we're lawmakers are nixing consent as part of sexual education. Lastly, we'll discuss some recent research into the antidepressive effects of Psilocybin-assisted psychotherapy.  Sources: https://kvia.com/news/texas/2021/02/16/texas-mayor-quits-after-calling-residents-are-lazy-and-weak-amid-power-outages-from-storm/ https://www.ksl.com/article/50103830/utah-lawmakers-nix-idea-requiring-consent-as-part-of-sex-education https://www.psypost.org/2020/11/psilocybin-assisted-psychotherapy-produces-large-rapid-and-sustained-antidep ressant-effects-58657

This week we'll learn about a youtuber who was shot during a prank robbery; find out you can hire a goat for your zoom call; and then discover scientist have created transparent wood. Plus more! Sources: https://www.wkrn.com/news/police-1-killed-in-hermitage-shooting-2/ https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/uk-news/lancashire-police-break-up-illegal-19784487 https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-lancashire-55887368 https://www.argusleader.com/story/news/business-journal/2021/02/02/have-crappy-ex-name-litter-box-after-them-valentines-day-humane-society/4361782001/ https://www.foxnews.com/travel/four-travelers-eat-66-pounds-of-oranges-to-avoid-extra-airline-fees?cmpid=prn_newsstand https://www.cbc.ca/radio/quirks/scientists-develop-transparent-wood-that-is-stronger-and-lighter-than-glass-1.5902739

This week we chat about a pilot who flew a banner over Robinhood HQ. Learn more about the pharmacist who destroyed doses of the Covid-19 vaccine. Then discover how wooden satellites might stop space junk. Plus more! Sources: https://worldnewsera.com/news/entertainment/plane-flies-over-robinhood-hq-with-suck-my-nuts-banner/ https://happymag.tv/man-dies-from-extreme-orgasm/ https://lawandcrime.com/crime/pharmacist-who-sabotaged-covid-19-vaccines-allegedly-believed-sky-was-shield-to-stop-people-from-seeing-god-fbi/ https://www.twincities.com/2020/12/31/north-dakota-man-kicks-in-front-door-after-getting-no-reply-to-facebook-friend-request-police-say/ https://chicago.cbslocal.com/2020/12/30/squirrel-attacks-rego-park-queens/ https://www.bbc.com/news/business-55463366