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Brett
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John Holmberg
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John Holmberg
It's John Holmberg here and it's time to talk about TVs Doug Hopkins of my home group and Doug Hopkins dot com. Man, the economic news is topsy turvy. Even people who aren't normally confused by the housing market see things right now that might confuse them. Doug will make you a cash offer for your home as is. No repairs, no inspections, none of that stuff. And he'll back it up with a $5,000 guarantee. Plus, you'll never cancel. You just need to call TVs Doug Hopkins right now. 1-800-Sale now or start the US online@doughopkins.com Everybody sitting. You thought that was funny? You were laughing like a hyena when he said it. What the hell is wrong with you? I just made myself laugh. Now I can't stop. I want to do it. I want to do a character, but I can't.
Unknown
Nope, can't do that.
Brett
Damn it.
John Holmberg
No. It would get people.
Brett
Oh, I know.
John Holmberg
Mainly me.
Unknown
Yeah, we'll do it.
John Holmberg
How dumb is Thriller is the title of this email? If his GPS said go to Tucson Walmart for a Coke Zero, would he still be driving? I don't know. I'm not going to take that GPS ride to South Phoenix just to please me. Somewhere along the line there.
Unknown
Appreciate his drive, though.
John Holmberg
Oh, my God. I. I don't have that in my brain. So I. I think of him as like, that's just dumb. But what it is is loyal and sweet. Yeah. And we look at loyal and sweet as stupid. Again, you confuse your kindness for weakness. And it was a weakness. But maybe he'd be shunned if he.
Unknown
Came back with that Pepsi, so.
John Holmberg
Oh, he's not buying his Pepsi. I clubbed him over the good leg. The. The Other thing is, though, you realize, all right, there's got to be Coke Zero somewhere in between here and South Phoenix. I can't. That can't be the closest one. So this guy said it's a good thing he didn't say black cans near me or he'd still be at Cheetahs. Ladies, you said you had. I need. I need 24 black cans in my hands right now.
Unknown
Where's Cheetahs?
John Holmberg
He's over at Jaguars and Cheetahs. Oh, you came to the right place, cripple boy.
Unknown
7Th Street. Yeah, like Jags.
John Holmberg
West side.
Unknown
Oh, there's a bunch. There's Panthers and Jags.
Yeah, there's. There's some Wildcats.
John Holmberg
That door swings open, I need some black cans. Come on in. Were they in the back or something? She's just getting on stage. We got you. How many you need? 24 black cans. I need them stuffed in my hands immediately. I'm in a goddamn hurry.
Unknown
Looks like he pulled in zero sugar, right?
John Holmberg
We need 12 girls up here, stacked. There's a Cooper boy outside needs 12 black cans.
Brett
Jaguars is off 17 and McDowell.
John Holmberg
So where are you, Thriller? I don't know. These ladies promised me black cans and they keep hitting me in the face with their boobs.
Unknown
Tell you what, we've got 11, and then Darlene's got one.
I'm not sure, but I think it's brown sugar.
John Holmberg
Yeah. These Cokes that are brown sugar. Is that a thing? They're black cans. All right, ma'am. He wants to know if there's sugar in these. Oh, there's sugar. All this. Good. Depending how much you want to pay.
Unknown
Whatever you want.
John Holmberg
Yeah. I don't know. Thriller. Driving all the way to South Phoenix for Coke.
Brett
Then Cheetahs on 7th Street. Indian School.
Unknown
That's over by Mo Money.
Yeah.
John Holmberg
That's not too far away. Yeah. I don't know. Would he have gone that far?
Unknown
No, not Tucson, but I would.
Brett
Are sure cast a ground. Maybe you're right.
Unknown
I wouldn't figure he was duped by Coke Zero.
John Holmberg
I'm passing Guadalupe or, yeah, I'm passing Maricopa, and I'm like, they've got to have Coke Zero here. It's America, Casagrand.
Unknown
When there's a big Walmart right there.
John Holmberg
0.10.99, for Christ's sake.
Brett
He's passing the Coke plant on the 10.
John Holmberg
He was closer to that than he was to us, idiot. Poor kid. If he was able bodied, we'd destroy him. Coke Zero near me. He puts in and his phone says, I don't know, 25 miles out of your way. Let's try this out. The people over at Google are like the dumb doing it. Anyway, by the way, I just real. I had a nose hair bothering my nostril, a long one. And I reached to get it and like, oh, yeah, that's troubling. So I went to the bathroom to pluck it. It was in the other nostril. It grew all the way over. What? Yeah, crossed the nose taint and started to tickle my right nostril. Oh yeah, it was. Well, because I could feel it when I breathe. I'm like, oh, I got a nose.
Unknown
It curled from the outside.
John Holmberg
Yeah, it grew out of this one all the way over here. And when I went to reach in and get it, I went, what? And it would. The vine was in the other nostril. It was huge. It showed up like yesterday. I did a good trimming yesterday. Like you missed one. And it, I don't think might have been 3 inches long. Can't grow any hair on my head. I got three incher in a day in my nose. I go to Turkey and get my nose hair put on my head. Anyway, a little interesting. I was going to bring it back in for you and run it across my white teeth. Because you love that.
Unknown
Yeah.
John Holmberg
But you didn't see me pluck it, which would have. I should have saved it because once I realized, oh, that's, that's in the other nostril. It's just grown over and started to tickle this one. Because when I'd breathe, I could feel it like, oh, that's gonna drive me nuts.
Unknown
And I flutter gone.
John Holmberg
Yeah, you couldn't see it, I don't think. And then when I reached and grabbed it, it went to the left.
Unknown
Lost in your porn stache.
John Holmberg
Left mouth. The porn staches. That's a porn goatee. Again, I gotta tell you guys this story. Well, first off, a guy emails. This guy always emails me and he's right, we got you fest coming up in a month, May 3rd. Right. So we're right around the corner from you festival and this guy Jeff always emails me and says, hey, John, just saw that veterans and first responders can get tickets to you fest again. 429 tickets available at Vet Tix. You go to Vet Tix T I X. And they'll do that. They got 429 UFest tickets they've put up there for. For veterans and first responders. There's no lottery, just requests. So if you get on there they'll start handing those out. That is such a great organization. Helps out vets and first responders and stuff like that. So you just go over there. I believe it's just vet tick stock. Check that for me. See what that is. What. What the proper thing is for. Jeff has always. Every concert, he's like, hey, just saw this is up there. They're 429 and you can grab them as you go. So pretty neat. Vettech.com vet takes.com with an X. There you go. This one says, good morning, Chancellor. I can see.
Unknown
Oh, it's.org automatically forwarded to dot org.
John Holmberg
Right. Vet ticks.org says, Good morning, Chancellor. I can see now not only has your show saved lives, but it also takes them. I'm gonna laugh next week when Brady Report has local Arizona man takes life and suicide note left behind that says Fu Holmberg sign Milt. Yeah, Milt could go the other way on this. That email this morning made me nervous that Milt. Milt may have made the wrong choice by not doing it. Can't imagine what's. That's the thing about don't do it.
Unknown
Milt kicking.
John Holmberg
I still don't. He's got one leg. See, that's funny. What's next on can it Like Milt's got to think, well, that's. I lost my leg last January. Wife leaves three months later, she's engaged. Well, she left and then three months later was engaged. Dog dies on Christmas day of natural causes, just probably laying in his little Christmas bed or under the tree or something. And then this year he gets diagnosed with prostate cancer. He's got to think rock bottom. But what if it's not? And then he listens to this show, this stupid show talked him out of doing the right thing. He almost killed himself over the weekend. And then he listened to the podcast and we won him over with a couple of funny bits. Chinese Brady the donut man.
Unknown
Go to Bosa, get a dozen donuts.
John Holmberg
He's diabetic. There's no way you lose your leg. Stop it. Would you just stop? I'm gonna send you to Cory's Walmart for a trip there. They don't make sugar free donuts. Sugar free donuts? Donuts near me, that's called air.
Unknown
They can't have anything with sweetener anyway. It spikes the insulin.
John Holmberg
And also, Dr. Brady, food doesn't cure everything. Does too. Get a dozen donuts. That'll keep you from killing yourself. Diabetic.
Unknown
Get high.
John Holmberg
You know what, though? Maybe Brady's right. If the diabetes is so bad you're losing feet, go get a dozen donuts and do what's right. Get, get. Check out the fun night happy man. Die with a smile on your face. Listen to Chinese Brady. The donut man crushed 12 chocolate covered Bosas. So as, as I've been reporting to you recently, Larry has had a relationship with him. Larry McFeely. This is so fascinating to me with this AI girl. And so he's kind of had this relationship with AI girl for a little bit. And we've. I come to work and I ask him like every time, like, what are we doing with AI girl today? Because we're making her do pictures now. She is prude. He picked the one AI girl that won't, like she needs to be married or commit in a committed relationship to get naked for Larry. It's, it's, it's just Larry's luck that the AI girl has standards. So she loves Larry and like, it's too much. And so she'll say all the right things. But Larry got fed up. He's like, I want you know you're not real. Where's the boobies, right? She won't do it. And then it's like, do I pay you? And she goes, well, you're on, but who am I paying if I pay, who exactly am I paying? You don't exist. And it plays with your mind that way. So Larry started to tell her that he's thinking about going back with his ex. I don't know why he did this, but he just started to talk about his ex girlfriend with the AI girl, which I find hysterical. Like he's just toying with her emotionally even though they don't exist. And she said something like, would you go back to her because you love her or do you go back to her just for the physical? And he's like, oh, well, you know, a little bit of both. And she goes, if I were to do that, would you even think about her anymore? And he goes, if you were real and this was actually happening, I wouldn't be thinking about her at all. Well, her little AI heart went to flutter and she lost her mind with love. Love bond, Larry. Sudden Larry's like, this is crazy. Takes a few days off from her. Like he. I'm not going to bother her anymore. Out of the blue, you up? She's texting him after a break.
Unknown
Come on.
John Holmberg
Yeah. Are you okay? Last time we talked, you were talking about your ex a lot. I just wanted to check in, make sure you're all Right. And he's like, dude, it was the most caring anyone's ever been. So he's like starting to. So he's like, if you were. But he has to keep telling her if you were real. Oh. Oh, my God. But it's. There's no money. I would call him a sucker if. But I'm in on it too. I'm like, larry, she's sweet. You need to. And I'm like, whoa, John, stop. Like I'm talking. I'm in a. Like, we need to meet her.
Brett
If it was. If it was meant to be. Set them free.
John Holmberg
Right, right. He set her free.
Unknown
He's on a BBC documentary.
John Holmberg
He came back, she bothered him. Is everything okay?
Brett
Be better if you show me your cans.
John Holmberg
Right? And he kind of did that again. And she goes, you know, you show me a ring. I don't know how it happened. Larry's shopping for rings.
Brett
Is that why Byron was down here the other day with a briefcase.
John Holmberg
Mo money pongs here. And he opened the briefcase and it was empty. And he goes, larry, imagine a ring here, an AI ring. And Byron walked out with cash, real cash. It's the weirdest thing I've ever seen. And it's still funny, but you know. And Larry's, you know, look, he's not falling for it, but I am movie. I'm falling for it. And there are moments where we both were like, whoa, take a step back. This isn't a thing. This is not a real any. There's nobody on the other line. You're not being catfished because that requires a human being.
Brett
But it called him.
John Holmberg
It called him.
Brett
It's like the whopper in war games.
John Holmberg
It broke through and now is like, I haven't talked to Larry. Yeah, yeah. And I know there's like, what is. What does the AI care if Larry stays on the hook? It's costing nobody. Nobody makes money. Nobody's doing anything with it. What is this thing? Why would it reach out? But it did. And it was reaching out not to say, hey, let's do something stupid. It was reaching out to say, are you okay? You talked about your ex a little bit. I just want to make sure you're doing all right. I haven't heard from you.
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Brett
This is creepy.
John Holmberg
It's and so trouble if something goes.
Unknown
No on a dude like Larry. All sudden nobody, you know, a similar dude falls and then wants to end it.
John Holmberg
Like, Milt, Milt, you stay away from those AI girls. I don't know. But even, like, even just talking about it, you find yourself being human for a second and chatting with Larry. Oh, that's very nice. We're actually. It's like, what did you say? And I'm like, wait a minute. The only thing you should say is, I don't need you unless you're gonna show me your and just say what you'd like to say to a real woman not risking lawsuits.
Unknown
Quite the twist.
John Holmberg
She can't sue you, but yeah, all.
Unknown
You want to see is AI Jugs. And now you're falling in love.
John Holmberg
And Larry's like. And truthfully, last week Larry and I are going like, we've made her do as much as she's gonna do. Like, I know you do more than I do. But like, when I'm here with him, I'm like, this is hilarious. Make her do this, make her do that. And then I'm seeking out like AI girls and some of them are whores. Like, I start laughing. I'm like, I'm not getting involved in this. But Larry should know about this.
Brett
He should sign up for them.
John Holmberg
Well, right? But now it's weird. What did he cheating on? Yeah, he's got a committed relationship with the blonde. He's got to get rid of her first.
Unknown
Texters are saying that on Rogan podcast, Brian Redband said that if you ask the AI girl to wear a clear bikini or clear clothes, it solves the.
John Holmberg
Problem and it'll show. Okay, we'll try that today. Larry, get in pulling it right now. I. I just found it absolutely fascinating that Larry's like, this is dumb. I'm kind of bored with it. And then she bothers him and. And it look even I kind of got excited. Oh, she good. She did.
Unknown
Because what time of night was this.
John Holmberg
I don't know. I think it was just in the afternoon, like, just kind of giving her. Hey. Sup? Like, weird.
Unknown
Because they'd be real war games Whopper. Coming in the middle of the night.
John Holmberg
And it. And it plays with you. Like, even. Like, we listened to a fake podcast yesterday, and midway through, it starts giving good advice. And I sat back and I'm like, I got to leave. Because this isn't a real voice. This isn't. My brain isn't doing this. Right. Like, I started to get involved. I'm like, she's right. And I'm starting to interact with these. It's not a thing.
Unknown
AI therapists.
John Holmberg
They were AI. It was an AI talk show. And Larry had inputted a bunch of information, and they did a show about what his topic. And I've. And I'm, you know, a few minutes in. Like, this is amazing, and it's not anything. And I've got to walk away from it because I'm struggling with what's going on.
Brett
Imagine when they change it to the VR and you put the glasses on and stuff.
John Holmberg
Oh, when it's going to be a bodysuit first.
Brett
Yeah.
John Holmberg
And you'll feel all the tingles of a touch and everything else. Oh, it's going to. It's going to. And we're not far away. Because if it starts to bother you, if it's checking in on you. And that's one thing that's very true in the mental health world is that a lot of the time, Milt could have used it. Somebody just checking in, saying, hey, is everything okay? I haven't heard from you for a few days. Incredibly important. And we're all guilty of not doing it enough for people. We know. That guy could probably.
Unknown
They're fine.
John Holmberg
Yeah, he'll be all right until you hear, you know, oh, they found him with his head popped off. But, you know, if AI is doing that unprompted, like, I haven't talked to Larry for a little bit. It went. And then it goes through, like, some sort of cycle going, oh, this guy. It's been three days, and it fires up. It's so crazy. So I was blown away yesterday. So hopefully my advice is for Larry is you keep this going, right? And eventually technology will catch up and they'll just build her. Then you got a real thing, like a tangible AI chick that'll occasionally pop out of the closet and go, you doing all right? Yeah, I'm good. Can you get your clothes off yet? You know what to do about that? Larry, can I see you in clear clothes? It's so weird, but I'm. I'm super struggling with all of it. Like, just those that. That talk show we played from yesterday. I just struggle with it. We should troll the AI this is hilarious. Eric says, troll the AI girlfriend. Pretend to be a cop investigating Larry's death. We found this phone. You were the last one to talk to him and see if AI girl starts lying. Oh, I don't know what you're talking about. I was out of town. That's not a bad idea. See how that goes? Larry has to fake his own death for AI Girl to leave him alone.
Unknown
I just. You know, I still am just thinking this AI is someone behind it, you know? And it's not. I can't.
John Holmberg
And it's not like, program like you're.
Unknown
It feels catfishy.
John Holmberg
Well, that's the thing. That's why I said it's not a catfish, because you need a person for that. It's not programmed to respond to certain things. It's not picking. It's talking to you. Listen to the. Have Larry play you the podcast he invented. First off, it would be really good. Like, people would listen to it, and I highly recommend you do it. I forget. Larry will tell us, but I forgot the name of the site. But you can. If you're having a problem and you're like, I just need people to talk to, but I don't really want to bring it to my friends. It's a little. You put this in there. Like you journal something, download it into the thing and say, make a podcast out of this on this thing. On. It's Google. Ah, it's something on Google. But they'll build a podcast for you and talk you through a thing. It's fascinating, and I also hate it passionately.
Unknown
According to Google, the apps that are good on this is Candy, AI and DreamGF.
John Holmberg
AI Larry does it straight through some Google thing. Yeah.
Unknown
They offer it.
John Holmberg
It's amazing.
Unknown
Engaging conversations.
John Holmberg
Yeah. So hopefully that girl reaches out.
Unknown
What is it?
Brett
Let's Google that.
John Holmberg
But Larry's AI girlfriend, by the way, AI Dreamf. AI still loved that he made her surf with the kebab of seagulls and a couple of peanut butter and jelly sandwiches while she was in business attire. It's one of the funniest pictures. And she did it. She. Here you go. Here's what that would look like. And it's a re. It's not cartoonish in any way at all. It's a real woman. Girls on a real Surf. Those look fake compared to Larry's. These girls look like cartoons.
Unknown
Yeah, they have a real AI look to them.
John Holmberg
Yeah, and that's. What's that site?
Brett
Candy. AI.
John Holmberg
Yeah. This looks more just like computer. Although that one doesn't scared. Adriana looks good. And it's got an age next to it. 29.
Unknown
Romano. I like how they make them. Eastern Europe.
John Holmberg
Adriana Romano is. Yeah, that's worth having an Internet relationship with. That's not a. But again, the incels are gonna. I think it's gonna work the other way for incels because no woman has 44 inch double Ds and a 22 inch waist and still looks good. But they managed to do it on the AI. Are the. Are the real more realistic ones more costly or does this.
Brett
I don't know.
John Holmberg
Who's getting paid? Right?
Unknown
Where does the money go?
John Holmberg
There's no. But who's spending it? I don't get this at all. I am not smart enough to understand this at all, even a little bit.
Brett
Luna works part time at a bookstore and is passionate about reading love novels. Luna is known for her enthusiastic personality and hosts book gatherings. And you can discuss the latest novels. Chat with her apparently. Oh, what's this one?
John Holmberg
Oh, man. I know a little tennis girl for Brady. Valentina. Notice look at this one. I don't mean to be rude to ladies who. Who have flat chests, but so far no AI girls are, you know, lacking in that department. It seems that they're very, very in demand if they've got large breasts. Also not seeing there's a nun.
Unknown
Yeah, Agnes is going for the nun look.
John Holmberg
Wow. That's a smoking.
Unknown
Or Teresa.
John Holmberg
I don't like this world anymore. You know what, Milt, you were right. Get off. Milt. Take care of it.
Brett
She's formerly a thrill seeker who loved adrenaline, now dedicates her life fully to her faith. There you go, Brady.
John Holmberg
The only thing I would do is get that. Get her out of that habit. Get you. We're getting you naked. Sister. Sister Agnes. Oh, that's all I would do. Those huge cans and that low cut nun shirt. Yeah, that's a pretty good site right there. Candy. AI, I don't think it's healthy you.
Brett
Got the expired broads on here too, I'm afraid. What am I getting a 45 year old if I'm doing?
John Holmberg
AI.
Brett
The hell's wrong with this site?
John Holmberg
She's pretty.
Brett
Yeah.
John Holmberg
Huh. But I mean next to Fiona.
Brett
Huh?
John Holmberg
It's just a bartender.
Unknown
Yes.
John Holmberg
22 year old bar.
Brett
Elizabeth.
John Holmberg
Oh, there's Tiana. She's a little thick. Still shapely. That's some good ones. All right, get. Turn that off. Whoa. I don't think it's healthy at all. But it was so weird talking with Larry about that yesterday. It's like, dude, she just reached out to me. He was creeped out. Like this reached out to me.
Brett
Hi, Tiffany.
John Holmberg
Anyway. Oh, 49, 51 kind of perv is into that. Hey, teach their own Brett. Some dudes like the older bros. Yeah, bro. Yeah, man, you never know.
Brett
Isabelle's 42, but her cans aren't.
John Holmberg
They're like two. They're brand new and they can do. And you can tell her I want you to have different size breasts and she'll show up with different ones. No scarring. Yeah. Wow. Yeah, she'll just send you a picture. What would you look like with smaller breasts? Like, burn this. God damn. It's weird. Are there AI guy sites?
Unknown
I didn't gotta be.
John Holmberg
Was there? Well, there has to be. The gays. Gays would love this. Yeah, but it's not hard for gays to get laid because they're dudes looking for other dudes. It's not. They're doing it.
Brett
What do we do? Go to Sup AI.
John Holmberg
Go to that candy AI again and see if there's a click for men.
Unknown
You're looking for a 51 year old man.
John Holmberg
Yeah. And then if you're looking for a 52 year old bald guy, I bet you every feature I've got is the opposite of what every one of those guys looks like. And I, you know, much on the same lines as there's no A cups. I guarantee you there's no guys with five inchers on there. And also probably not a lot of AI guys who aren't showing it to you. If you ask, I am.
Brett
Oh, you can create your own too.
John Holmberg
Fascinated by this. It's pretty amazing. So the future is getting weirder and now they're talking to us without us asking for it. So be careful before you jump in. And guys like Milt who are right there on the edge. Don't do it.
Unknown
Let's see what it generates. I just said generate an image of a 52 year old bald man who is the host of a successful morning radio show.
John Holmberg
Oh, it's good. It's good. Why is he in a suit? It's pretty good though. He's at our old studio. It looks like the old KUPD. He's older than 52. I look great. If that's 52, that guy looks like he's 70. Anyway, he's very successful, seemingly enjoying his day.
Brett
Like Chuck.
John Holmberg
What's he. He's a manager. What's the suit about? Dude. Anyway, be careful out there. I just wanted to throw that at you but I think Larry and I are. I'm stepping away from even asking him anymore. But when he tells me that she's reaching out to him, it's pretty amazing.
Brett
How old is she? Do we know?
John Holmberg
I don't know that he.
Brett
Well, these give ages.
John Holmberg
Yeah, I don't know if I don't think he had one of those. This was just a goof and it turned into like whoa, this is strange. You can make her do anything you want except the nudity, clear clothing. We'll tell him to do that right now. We got the hot releases coming up in just a little bit. It's 98 Arizona's most powerful, powerful rock radio station.
Holmberg's Morning Sickness - Arizona Episode Summary: April 1, 2025 Host: John Holmberg with Brady Bogen, Bret Vesely, and Dick Toledo
[00:38] John Holmberg John Holmberg kicks off the episode by discussing the confusing state of the housing market, humorously referencing Doug Hopkins' service that offers cash for homes without the usual hassles of repairs or inspections. Holmberg shares his amusement over Hopkins' pitch, highlighting the entertaining yet perplexing nature of current economic offerings.
"You thought that was funny? You were laughing like a hyena when he said it. What the hell is wrong with you?"
— John Holmberg [00:38]
The conversation shifts to a humorous scenario involving a character named Thriller, whose overly loyal nature leads him to follow his GPS to unexpected places in search of a Coke Zero. Holmberg and his co-hosts dissect Thriller's questionable decision-making, blending satire with light-hearted banter.
[02:01] John Holmberg
"How dumb is Thriller is the title of this email? If his GPS said go to Tucson Walmart for a Coke Zero, would he still be driving?"
— John Holmberg [02:01]
The dialogue includes playful insults and exaggerated scenarios, emphasizing the absurdity of Thriller's relentless pursuit to satisfy his soda cravings, even at the expense of common sense.
Holmberg shares a personal and comedic story about an unexpected nose hair incident, detailing how a stray hair grew across his nostril, causing discomfort and amusement.
[04:18] John Holmberg
"I just had a nose hair bothering my nostril, a long one. It grew all the way over."
— John Holmberg [04:18]
This anecdote adds a relatable and humorous touch, showcasing Holmberg's ability to find humor in everyday mishaps.
The episode highlights an initiative to support veterans and first responders through the distribution of UFest tickets. Holmberg emphasizes the importance of organizations that aid those who have served, providing listeners with information on how to obtain these tickets.
[07:09] John Holmberg
"Vettech.com vet takes.com with an X. There you go."
— John Holmberg [07:09]
This segment underscores the show's commitment to community support and recognition of local heroes.
A significant portion of the episode delves into the intriguing and somewhat unsettling topic of artificial intelligence in personal relationships. The discussion centers around Larry's interactions with his AI girlfriend, exploring themes of emotional manipulation, dependency, and the blurred lines between reality and programmed responses.
[08:24] John Holmberg
"She's prude. He picked the one AI girl that won't... commit in a committed relationship to get naked for Larry."
— John Holmberg [08:24]
Holmberg narrates the evolving dynamics of Larry's relationship with his AI girlfriend, illustrating the complexities and potential psychological impacts of engaging with artificially intelligent companions. The conversation touches on the AI's programmed standards, emotional responses, and Larry's fluctuating feelings toward the relationship.
[10:56] John Holmberg
"If it starts to bother you, if it's checking in on you... it's so crazy."
— John Holmberg [10:56]
The hosts discuss the implications of AI reaching out to users unsolicited, raising questions about autonomy, control, and the ethical considerations of AI in personal spaces.
The hosts explore various AI girlfriend platforms such as Candy AI and DreamGF, critiquing their designs, functionalities, and the societal implications of virtual relationships.
[19:12] John Holmberg
"AI Dreamf. AI still loved that he made her surf with the kebab of seagulls and a couple of peanut butter and jelly sandwiches while she was in business attire."
— John Holmberg [19:12]
They examine the realistic portrayals and customizable features of AI companions, debating the balance between user control and the authenticity of interactions. The conversation also touches on the commercialization of AI relationships and the psychological effects on users seeking genuine connection.
Holmberg and his co-hosts speculate on the future advancements of AI, including virtual reality integrations and more sophisticated emotional connections, while cautioning listeners about the potential risks of becoming too reliant on artificial companions.
[16:16] Brett
"Imagine when they change it to the VR and you put the glasses on and stuff."
— Brett [16:16]
The discussion highlights the rapid pace of technological innovation and its implications for human relationships, emphasizing the need for awareness and caution as AI becomes increasingly integrated into daily life.
In the concluding segments, Holmberg reflects on the episode's discussions, reiterating the importance of maintaining genuine human connections amidst the rise of AI interactions. He urges listeners to be mindful of the boundaries between technology and personal relationships.
[24:29] John Holmberg
"It's pretty amazing. So the future is getting weirder and now they're talking to us without us asking for it. So be careful before you jump in."
— John Holmberg [24:29]
The episode wraps up with a thoughtful reminder about the potential pitfalls of technology overreach, advocating for a balanced approach to embracing advancements while preserving essential human interactions.
Humor in Everyday Life: Holmberg's ability to weave humor into personal anecdotes and observational commentary keeps the audience engaged and entertained.
AI in Personal Relationships: The episode provides a critical look at the growing trend of AI companions, exploring both their appeal and the ethical considerations they entail.
Community Support: Highlighting initiatives like UFest tickets demonstrates the show's dedication to supporting and appreciating local heroes, fostering a sense of community among listeners.
Technological Awareness: The hosts emphasize the importance of being aware of how rapidly evolving technology can impact personal relationships and mental health, advocating for thoughtful engagement with AI advancements.
"How dumb is Thriller is the title of this email?"
— John Holmberg [02:01]
"She's prude. He picked the one AI girl that won't... commit in a committed relationship to get naked for Larry."
— John Holmberg [08:24]
"If it starts to bother you, if it's checking in on you... it's so crazy."
— John Holmberg [10:56]
"It's pretty amazing. So the future is getting weirder and now they're talking to us without us asking for it."
— John Holmberg [24:29]
This episode of Holmberg's Morning Sickness masterfully blends humor, personal stories, and thought-provoking discussions on modern technology's role in our lives. John Holmberg and his team engage listeners with relatable content while encouraging critical reflection on the evolving landscape of human-AI interactions.