EPISODE · Jun 19, 2023 · 20 MIN
Blurry Hysteria: African Chasms and Deepfake Dilemmas | BONUS
from Hysteria 51
Ready for a rollercoaster ride through the realm of the unusual? Dive into this week's Blurry Hysteria bonus episode where we're stirring the bizarre pot with a sprinkle of geological suspense and a dash of high-tech trickery. First up, we're headed to the Dark Continent, where Africa may (or may not) be splitting into two! We explore the intriguing details, implications, and scientific hypotheses. Then, we turn our attention East, where a new breed of Deepfake A.I. from China is spinning webs of digital deceit. We untangle the facts, analyze the fallout, and ponder the future of truth in an era of seamless digital manipulation. Pack your curiosity and join us for a journey through the weird, wacky, and wonderful world of Hysteria 51. Buckle up, it's going to be a wild ride!News Stories Mentioned: Special Thanks to Aaron BabelThe People Onscreen Are Fake. The Disinformation Is Real.- https://www.nytimes.com/2023/02/07/technology/artificial-intelligence-training-deepfake.htmlIs Africa splitting into two continents? - https://www.livescience.com/planet-earth/geology/is-africa-splitting-into-two-continents?fbclid=IwAR2_Xa5nMGiOd0CMrzgBjZirz7WyMh28PfMzJFdXnenQgiq4puoFgPuwZNgEmail us your favorite WEIRD news stories:[email protected] the ShowGet exclusive content & perks as well as an ad and sponsor free experience at https://www.patreon.com/Hysteria51 from just $1ShopBe the Best Dressed at your Cult Meeting!https://www.teepublic.com/stores/hysteria51?ref_id=9022Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Ready for a rollercoaster ride through the realm of the unusual? Dive into this week's Blurry Hysteria bonus episode where we're stirring the bizarre pot with a sprinkle of geological suspense and a dash of high-tech trickery. First up, we're headed to the Dark Continent, where Africa may (or may not) be splitting into two! We explore the intriguing details, implications, and scientific hypotheses. Then, we turn our attention East, where a new breed of Deepfake A.I. from China is spinning webs of digital deceit. We untangle the facts, analyze the fallout, and ponder the future of truth in an era of seamless digital manipulation. Pack your curiosity and join us for a journey through the weird, wacky, and wonderful world of Hysteria 51. Buckle up, it's going to be a wild ride! News Stories Mentioned: Special Thanks to Aaron Babel The People Onscreen Are Fake. The Disinformation Is Real.- https://www.nytimes.com/2023/02/07/technology/artificial-intelligence-training-deepfake.html Is Africa splitting into two continents? - https://www.livescience.com/planet-earth/geology/is-africa-splitting-into-two-continents?fbclid=IwAR2_Xa5nMGiOd0CMrzgBjZirz7WyMh28PfMzJFdXnenQgiq4puoFgPuwZNg Email us your favorite WEIRD news stories: [email protected] Support the Show Get exclusive content & perks as well as an ad and sponsor free experience at https://www.patreon.com/Hysteria51 from just $1 Shop Be the Best Dressed at your Cult Meeting! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/hysteria51?ref_id=9022Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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