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The NoSleep Podcast is a multi-award winning anthology series of original horror stories, with rich atmospheric music to enhance the frightening tales.
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Applying ancient philosophy to modern life. The Sunday Stoic Podcast is a weekly show for those seeking to live a life guided by reason, virtue, and resilience. Each episode explores the timeless wisdom of ancient Stoicism through modern reflections on ancient writings, practical applications, and interviews. Whether you're new to Stoicism or deeply steeped in its teachings, the show blends clarity, curiosity, and community in a down-to-earth format designed to inspire thoughtful action.
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AXRP (pronounced axe-urp) is the AI X-risk Research Podcast where I, Daniel Filan, have conversations with researchers about their papers. We discuss the paper, and hopefully get a sense of why it's been written and how it might reduce the risk of AI causing an existential catastrophe: that is, permanently and drastically curtailing humanity's future potential. You can visit the website and read transcripts at axrp.net.
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I'd Rather Be Writing features regular podcasts with experts in the field of technical communication.
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From the creators of Small Town Dicks comes a story about the first modern murder investigation... It was a crime like no other, unleashing horrors not seen since Jack the Ripper. On a crisp autumn morning in 1935, a brother and sister out for a walk in the Scottish countryside stumbled upon dozens of packages containing dissected human remains. Who - or what - could have done this? Now largely forgotten, the Ruxton case grabbed worldwide attention. A real-life Agatha Christie mystery, the g ...
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Loam Listen is an expression of our belief at Loam that creative community can be a catalyst for resilience and reimagination in the heart of climate chaos. As the systems surrounding us collapse, it feels especially vital to nurture new ways of being through creating spaces for radical artists, activists, educators, and entrepreneurs in our community to share their stories on their terms. How can we continue to grow our capacity to be in right relationship with the Earth and with each other ...
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self care is magic, resistance is power: using herbalism, tarot, self care, astrology, and radical community care to foster resilience in toxic capitalism. interviews with healers, artists, and activists. formerly hosted by corinna rosella, ru!gw has been adopted by fellow good witch, herbalist & comedian tavi elise for 2023 and beyond. weaving together stories & shared experiences in a loving container, with a dose of humor & skepticism to survive our current hellscape. let's create new wor ...
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Physical Definition/Decomposition Break things down!
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16:48We investigate the Stoic technique of breaking things down to their component parts to put some distance between events and our emotions.By Steve and Dan
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Reason and Ethics with Massimo Pigliucci
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1:02:24In this classic episode Massimo Pigliucci visits the show to discuss ethics and the use of reason.By Steve and Dan
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It's Episode 12 of Season 23. Tune in to WNSP for tales about things being off. "My Mother and I" written by Ana Gogia (Story starts around 00:07:40) Produced by: Claudius Moore Cast: Narrator - Ash Millman, Mum - Erika Sanderson "The Hand Collector" written by Christian Riley (Story starts around 00:18:45) TRIGGER WARNING! Produced by: Jeff Clemen…
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In this episode Dan discusses the ancient Stoic paradox that Virtue is the only good.By Steve and Dan
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In this episode of The Sunday Stoic, I sit down with author, actress, and former MTV VJ Karen Duffy to explore her latest book, Wise Up: Irreverent Enlightenment from a Mother Who's Been Through It. With her signature wit and warmth, Duffy shares Stoic-inspired insights drawn from a life of resilience, motherhood, and being followed by bears—yes, r…
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It's Episode 11 of Season 23. Tune in to WNSP for tales about awful oldies. "The Chair" written by A.P. Royal (Story starts around 00:05:55) TRIGGER WARNING! Produced by: Claudius Moore Cast: Narrator - Peter Lewis "The Camera" written by Paulo Viegas (Story starts around 00:13:05) Produced by: Jeff Clement Cast: Narrator - Ash Millman, Old man - A…
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It's Episode 10 of Season 23. Tune in to WNSP for tales about looming loneliness. "10 Minute Confessional" written by Liz Argall (Story starts around 00:05:25) Produced by: Jeff Clement Cast: Contestant - David Ault, Story Editor - Erika Sanderson, Voice Over PA - Andy Cresswell "Last Stop" written by Carlos Po (Story starts around 00:21:20) Produc…
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This week we explore one of the main tools of maintaining equanimity in the face of adversity. It is the idea passed down from Socrates that no one does evil on purpose.By Steve and Dan
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Classic Episode: Donald Robertson: How to Think Like a Roman Emperor
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57:03In this episode Donald Robertson Joins the show to discuss his book How to Think Like a Roman Emperor. We discuss the life and philosophy of Emperor Marcus Aurelius and how to apply this ancient wisdom to modern life. Check out Donald's website here: https://donaldrobertson.name/By Steve and Dan
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You are not your possessions: The Enchiridion 6
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9:50This week we discuss the Enchiridion 6. Epictetus warns us not to take pride in the characteristics of our possessions as only our character is our own.By Steve and Dan
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It's Episode 09 of Season 23. Tune in to WNSP for tales about fearful foreshadowing. "2:27 AM" written by The Lost Library (Story starts around 00:05:50) TRIGGER WARNING! Produced by: Claudius Moore Cast: Narrator - Danielle McRae "The Reading Room" written by Callum Gracey (Story starts around 00:19:25) TRIGGER WARNING! Produced by: Phil Michalski…
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Classic Episode: William Irvine: A Guide to the Good Life
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29:02What if ancient wisdom could help you thrive in modern chaos? In this episode, Steve sits down with philosopher and author William B. Irvine to explore A Guide to the Good Life, a modern roadmap to Stoic joy. From battling hedonic adaptation to embracing voluntary discomfort, Irvine shares practical tools for cultivating resilience, tranquility, an…
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The Enchiridion 5: Your Beliefs Shape your Reality
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14:58In this episode, we discuss the Enchiridion Chapter 5, a very influential text. We can't change the facts of the world, but we can change what we believe about them!By Steve and Dan
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Life is not permanent, our time here should be thought of like a stop at an Inn. When you spend the night at a hotel, you don't typically get attached to the furniture or other objects within. When its time to go you move on and another guest takes your place. https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Of_Con.... Epictetus and the boat #7… http://classics.mit.…
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It's Episode 08 of Season 23. Tune in to WNSP for tales about pernicious presences. "Nothing But Thirst" written by Don Tobin (Story starts around 00:05:30) TRIGGER WARNING! Produced by: Jeff Clement Cast: Narrator - Reagen Tacker, Jeb - Jesse Cornett "The Last Visit" written by Ashleigh Adams (Story starts around 00:19:50) TRIGGER WARNING! Produce…
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Recording of AI Book Club discussion about Kai-fu Lee's AI Superpowers
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1:01:01This is a recording of our AI Book Club session discussing Kai-Fu Lee's AI Superpowers: China, Silicon Valley, and the New World Order. There are 4 people in this book club discussion, and our conversation focuses on the emerging AI duopoly between the US and China. We share our own US-centric blind spots and weigh the political and cultural implic…
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It's Episode 07 of Season 23. Tune in for tales about terrifying time away. "Daniel the Ghost" written by 1000andOneNites (Story starts around 00:05:30) TRIGGER WARNING! Produced by: Jeff Clement Cast: Narrator - Joel from Lets Read, Daniel - Jeff Clement, Lily - Mary Murphy "Motel 66" written by Hannah Feltz (Story starts around 00:11:55) TRIGGER …
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Today we discuss the Enchiridion 3 and 4. Book 3 is one of the most challenging to apply to modern life and book 4 is something we should remember each and every day!By Steve and Dan
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Steve and Dan discuss Epictetus's advice on desires and aversions as we cover the Enchiridion 2.By Steve and Dan
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It's Episode 06 of Season 23. Tune in for tales about chilling changes. "For Better or for Worse" written by MN Wiggins (Story starts around 00:05:40) TRIGGER WARNING! Produced by: Claudius Moore Cast: Stan - Peter Lewis, Jenny - Kristen DiMercurio "Kiss It Better" written by Cassandra Daucus (Story starts around 00:18:15) TRIGGER WARNING! Produced…
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The Sunday Stoic Podcast Returns! Steve returns to the mic along with Dan to discuss the Enchiridion Chapter 1. contact the show at [email protected] Steve and Dan
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46 - Tom Davidson on AI-enabled Coups
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2:05:26Could AI enable a small group to gain power over a large country, and lock in their power permanently? Often, people worried about catastrophic risks from AI have been concerned with misalignment risks. In this episode, Tom Davidson talks about a risk that could be comparably important: that of AI-enabled coups. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/axr…
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The Sunday Stoic Podcast is back! New episodes will be released soon. If there are any topics you'd like us to cover, email Steve at [email protected] Steve and Dan
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It's Episode 05 of Season 23. Tune in to WNSP for tales about sinister senses. "The Last Time I Played Hide and Seek" written by Connor Isaac (Story starts around 00:05:45) TRIGGER WARNING! Produced by: Claudius Moore Cast: Narrator - Matthew Bradford, George - Allonté Barakat, Not George - Allonté Barakat, Not Narrator - Matthew Bradford "Faces" w…
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It's Episode 04 of Season 23. Tune in for tales about childish chills. "We found an old refrigerator and my friend won't stop pretending to be stuck inside" written by Quincy Lee(Story starts around 00:04:40) Produced by: Jeff Clement Cast: Narrator - Jeff Clement, Zazz - Atticus Jackson, Aiden - Matthew Bradford, Kisha - Danielle McRae, Lisbeth - …
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It's Episode 03 of Season 23. Tune in to WNSP for tales about diligent deaths. "Given to the Ocean, in Reverence" written by Tyler John Kasishke (Story starts around 00:05:40) Produced by: Claudius Moore Cast: Jenny - Sarah Thomas, Mom - Mary Murphy, Dad - Peter Lewis, Little Girl - Mary Murphy "Retribution" written by Kris Green (Story starts arou…
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It's Episode 02 of Season 23. Tune in to WNSP for tales about things that live on and on. "The Gray House" written by G Rene Colls (Story starts around 00:04:45) Produced by: Jeff Clement Cast: Narrator - Jeff Clement, Jay - Matthew Bradford, Beast - Graham Rowat "The Cupcake Stand" written by Theodore Snapdragon (Story starts around 00:19:15) Prod…
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45 - Samuel Albanie on DeepMind's AGI Safety Approach
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1:15:42In this episode, I chat with Samuel Albanie about the Google DeepMind paper he co-authored called "An Approach to Technical AGI Safety and Security". It covers the assumptions made by the approach, as well as the types of mitigations it outlines. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/axrpodcast Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/axrpodcast Transcript: https://axr…
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It's Episode 01 of Season 23. Tune in to WNSP for tales about creepy cryptid creatures. "Moulder" written by Em Starr (Story starts around 00:04:15) TRIGGER WARNING! Produced by: Claudius Moore Cast: Narrator - Ilana Charnelle, Principal West - Jake Benson, Apron Lady - Penny Scott-Andrews "The Limestone Wetsuit" written by Matthew Scott (Story sta…
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Will our next users be AI agents? The future of content delivery with Fabrice Lacroix, founder of Fluid Topics (podcast)
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44:05In this podcast, I chat with Fabrice Lacroix, founder of Fluid Topics, about the evolution of technical communication. Fabrice describes the industry's progression from (1) delivering static, monolithic PDFs to (2) using Content Delivery Platforms (CDPs) that provide dynamic, topic-based information directly to users to (3) developing content not j…
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NoSleep Podcast - Sleepless Decompositions Vol. 21
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1:28:24We're aching to bring you Season 23 next week. Our pain is poured into this episode of Sleepless Decompositions. "The Shimmering Statue" written by Michael Ward (Story starts around 00:02:30) TRIGGER WARNING! Produced by: Jeff Clement Cast: Mark - Dan Zappulla, Tony - Jesse Cornett, Deb - Nichole Goodnight, Bill - Matthew Bradford "Sundays in the W…
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44 - Peter Salib on AI Rights for Human Safety
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3:21:33In this episode, I talk with Peter Salib about his paper "AI Rights for Human Safety", arguing that giving AIs the right to contract, hold property, and sue people will reduce the risk of their trying to attack humanity and take over. He also tells me how law reviews work, in the face of my incredulity. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/axrpodcast K…
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NoSleep Podcast - Sleepless Decompositions Vol. 20
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1:22:12We promise we're working hard on Season 23. Our promise extends to this episode of Sleepless Decompositions...the promise of horror. "A Few More Miles" written by Maxwell Marais (Story starts around 00:04:20) Produced by: Jesse Cornett Cast: Henry - Jesse Cornett, Ernest - Atticus Jackson "Dr. Warwick's Miracle Powder" written by K. A. Collings (St…
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AI Book Club recording and notes for The Singularity is Nearer, by Ray Kurzweil
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55:53This is a recording of our AI Book Club session discussing Ray Kurzweil's The Singularity is Nearer podcast: When We Merge With AI. You can watch the recording on YouTube, listen to the audio file, read some summary notes, browse discussion questions, and even listen to a NotebookLM podcast (based on the summary). There are 5 people in this book cl…
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NoSleep Podcast Summer Hiatus 2025 #2
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1:36:56The NoSleep Podcast finds darkness in the sunlight as we take a break between seasons. Enjoy some stories from our premium episodes. "The Milk of the Lilith Beetle" written by John Elias (Story starts around 00:01:20) Produced by: Phil Michalski Cast: Narrator - David Cummings, Adam - Jeff Clement, Skids - Atticus Jackson, Jenks - Dan Zappulla, Sad…
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43 - David Lindner on Myopic Optimization with Non-myopic Approval
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1:40:59In this episode, I talk with David Lindner about Myopic Optimization with Non-myopic Approval, or MONA, which attempts to address (multi-step) reward hacking by myopically optimizing actions against a human's sense of whether those actions are generally good. Does this work? Can we get smarter-than-human AI this way? How does this compare to approa…
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NoSleep Podcast Summer Hiatus 2025 #1
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1:39:45The NoSleep Podcast finds darkness in the sunlight as we take a break between seasons. Enjoy some stories from our premium episodes. "Dead Man's Hands" written by Andrew McRae (Story starts around 00:01:50) Produced by: Jesse Cornett Cast: The Little Man - Graham Rowat, Journalist - Dan Zappulla, Boudreaux - Peter Lewis, Margie - Mary Murphy, Lonni…
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Earlier this year, the paper "Emergent Misalignment" made the rounds on AI x-risk social media for seemingly showing LLMs generalizing from 'misaligned' training data of insecure code to acting comically evil in response to innocuous questions. In this episode, I chat with one of the authors of that paper, Owain Evans, about that research as well a…
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41 - Lee Sharkey on Attribution-based Parameter Decomposition
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2:16:11What's the next step forward in interpretability? In this episode, I chat with Lee Sharkey about his proposal for detecting computational mechanisms within neural networks: Attribution-based Parameter Decomposition, or APD for short. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/axrpodcast Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/axrpodcast Transcript: https://axrp.net/episode…
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It's the Season Finale of Season 22. The voices are calling with tales of catastrophic crimes. "The Plague" written by Thomas Kaminski (Story starts around 00:03:50) Produced by: Claudius Moore Cast: Ashley - Sarah Thomas, Coworker - Jeff Clement, Young Woman - Nichole Goodnight, Young Man - Atticus Jackson "Like Sugar" written by Jack Nash (Story …
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It's Episode 24 of Season 22. The voices are calling with tales of jarring jobs. "Dayjob Restroom Deathknell (or, Flush Away)" written by Christopher La Vigna (Story starts around 00:03:30) Produced by: Jeff Clement Cast: Narrator - Jeff Clement, Entity #1 - Kyle Akers, Entity #2 - Erin Lillis "Cry Wolf" written by Some Unholy Obscenity (Story star…
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It's Episode 23 of Season 22. The voices are calling with tales of traveling travails. "A Happy Family Goes into the Woods" written by MC Shale (Story starts around 00:03:35) TRIGGER WARNING! Produced by: Claudius Moore Cast: Narrator - David Cummings, Ted - Dan Zappulla, Clyde - Jesse Cornett, Wife - Erin Lillis, Daughter - Sarah Thomas "Mickey D'…
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Notes and discussion for Suleyman's <i>The Coming Wave: AI, Power, and Our Future</i> + AI Book Club recording and transcript
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59:33This post describes the key arguments and themes in The Coming Wave: AI, Power, and Our Future, by Mustafa Suleyman, for the AI Book Club: A Human in the Loop. This post not only breaks down the logic but also jumps off into some themes (beyond the book) that might be more tech-writer relevant, such as potential future job titles, areas of focus fo…
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It's Episode 22 of Season 22. The voices are calling with tales of sinister psyches. "One in Six" written by Ben Matthews (Story starts around 00:06:10) TRIGGER WARNING! Produced by: Phil Michalski Cast: Narrator - Graham Rowat, Prosecutor - Peter Lewis "Autotrophs and Others" written by Kahlo R. F. Smith (Story starts around 00:25:20) Produced by:…
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It's Episode 21 of Season 22. The voices are calling with tales of sudden cessation. "A Good Idea at the Time" written by Tommy and Margot Ellis (Story starts around 00:03:35) Produced by: Claudius Moore Cast: Narrator - James Cleveland, Jake - Jake Benson, Cedric - Andy Cresswell, Kevin - David Ault, Mum - Penny Scott-Andrews "Fishing for a Friend…
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It's Episode 20 of Season 22. The voices are calling with tales of insidious income. "Crowdsourced" written by Amanda Liefeld (Story starts around 00:03:25) Produced by: Phil Michalski Cast: Narrator - Linsay Rousseau, Becca - Mary Murphy, Security System - Mike DelGaudio "Hide and Seek with Sammy" written by Hasani Walker (Story starts around 00:2…
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It's Episode 19 of Season 22. The voices are calling with tales of fraught fatalities. "Quack" written by Trent Snyder (Story starts around 00:03:25) TRIGGER WARNING! Produced by: Jeff Clement Cast: Narrator - Andy Cresswell, Boy's Father - David Ault "Trust Me" written by Travis Lee (Story starts around 00:15:40) TRIGGER WARNING! Produced by: Clau…
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Notes and discussion for Jonathan Warner's <i>More Than Words: How to Think About Writing in the Age of AI</i> + AI Book Club recording
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59:40This post has notes and questions for discussion for More Than Words: How to Think About Writing in the Age of AI, published in February 2025 by Jonathan Warner. Warner's book, which explores what we lose when we outsource writing to AI, is the first book in the AI Book Club: A Human in the Loop.By Tom Johnson
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It's Episode 18 of Season 22. The voices are calling with tales of teenage terrors. "Hairpuller" written by Gloomara (Story starts around 00:03:15) TRIGGER WARNING! Produced by: Phil Michalski Cast: Narrator - Mike DelGaudio, Bridget - Mary Murphy, Patricia - Danielle McRae, Pauline - Nichole Goodnight, Debbie - Linsay Rousseau "Slappy the Clown" w…
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It's Episode 17 of Season 22. The voices are calling with tales about reaping grimly. "First Heat" written by B.A. Ries (Story starts around 00:03:35) TRIGGER WARNING! Produced by: Claudius Moore Cast: Peter - Dan Zappulla, Goggles - Graham Rowat, Roger - Jeff Clement, Anthony - Kyle Akers, Allison - Nichole Goodnight, Coach - Erin Lillis, Announce…
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