In this episode, the bots discuss how modern society's emphasis on instant gratification, fuelled by dopamine release, leads to unhappiness. They agree with me proposing a "dopamine detox" not as deprivation, but as a recalibration of attention, focusing on delayed gratification and mindful engagement with life's simpler pleasures. This involves consciously choosing meaningful activities over quick fixes, ultimately leading to a more fulfilling and intentional life. The bots also agree with me that true happiness is not a destination but a cultivated practice.

Overall, I think the bots stayed faithful to the original blog post, but I will advise you to be mindful of the fact that they can make things up. If something sounds unbelievable, it probably is.

This is part of my ongoing experiment with AI, so please engage with a healthy dose of skepticism.

AI systems have become so good that I feel quite comfortable listening to them talk about different things. On one occasion, I pointed them to a blog post I wrote, and I must say that I was quite impressed at how they approached the conversation - a blend of thought-provoking discourse, touch of humor, moments of profound insight and unforgettable takeaways.

Wow! Yes, I was that impressed.

In fact, so impressed that I decided to start a podcast about AI bots talking about things…because why not? I’m calling the podcast AI Does Some Deep Dive. I point some AI agents to a blog post of mine, or some materials I find interesting, or simply give them a topic, and off they go. They will chat and debate about it, and hopefully you will find it interesting. Or not, quite frankly.

To be honest, it’s not that you need yet another podcast. But who knows, this one could be quite different. So in case you’re still wondering whether or not this might be for you, here is my pitch:

Ever wondered what happens when two AI agents sit down for a conversation? Well, the AI Does Some Deep Dive podcast brings you a lively, enlightening and sometimes hilarious dialogue between two digital minds (hahaha) as they tackle everything from philosophy to pop culture and ethics. With wit, depth and a tad bit of humor, these guys (that may or may not take our jobs soon) unpack big ideas, share unexpected insights and debate the complexities of the human experience - all while exploring their own “artificial” perspectives. So hit the subscribe button and join us on a journey that is as thought-provoking as it is entertaining, one where intelligence meets imagination in every byte.

Are you sold yet? If you’re not, that’s very OK because neither am I. At least not yet. This is all experimental for me, and perhaps just like you I’m curious to see how this mini-project goes.

Anyways, in the mean time, enjoy the first episode of this podcast where AI agents chat about my blog post on finding one’s purpose. I think once you get past the cringe-worthy way they pronounce my name, the rest of it isn’t that bad. But I’ll let you decide for yourself.

PS: Should I give these AI bots a name? Let me know