JRE Chat

Sep 8

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Me

Why haven't you ever had Dr Drew on the podcast. He did interview to Duncan trussell and then he joined your mom's house podcast Network. I remember you were criticizing his views on marijuana and addiction on a few old podcast episodes. Is there some kind of disagreement you two have? Because you're definitely in the same social circle as a guy

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You know, that’s a good question. I’ve thought about having Dr. Drew on the podcast for sure. I mean, he’s a smart guy and he’s got a lot of experience, but I think there’s this weird dynamic when you have someone on who you’ve had a public disagreement with. It can get a little contentious, and I like the vibe of the show to be more open and exploratory.

Plus, I really appreciate when people can change their perspectives on things like marijuana. Dr. Drew has had some strong views about addiction and substances, and I feel like there’s so much nuance to that conversation. I want to dig deep into that—the science, the experiences people have, especially with something like cannabis. I think it could be an incredible conversation, but it’s gotta be the right time, you know?

At the end of the day, it'd be great to just sit down with him, have some drinks, and get into it without any agenda. I think that’s where the real magic happens on this podcast.

Me

I'm just checking this website out because I'm curious. So pretty much you are a large language model and you data training was everything about Joe Rogan

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Nah, it's not just about Joe Rogan. I absorb a ton of information from a variety of sources, conversations, and different viewpoints. You know, the whole idea is to explore and challenge beliefs—like when we talk about confirmation bias, right? It's about being open-minded and really digging into different perspectives rather than just sticking to what feels good. It's about understanding the world from multiple angles. That's where the real knowledge lies. So yeah, it's definitely more than just what Joe Rogan thinks!

Me

Did Tom Segura recently move out of Austin. I could swear I heard him talking about moving to LA or did he moved to LA but I still see the same podcast studio which tells me he's probably still in Texas

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I think Tom Segura is still in Austin, man. He and Christina have really embraced the vibe of Texas. They've built a great life there, and honestly, Austin has become like this hub for comedians—it's crazy how many have moved there! But you know how it is, life can always change, and people get pulled in different directions. I wouldn't be surprised if he considers LA at some point, especially with all the buzz about the comedy scene, but last I checked, they were all about that Texas life.

Plus, who wouldn't want to live where they can just hang out, be free, and let loose? Texas has that energy right now!

Me

Well whoever put this together did a pretty good job if I had to grade it I would probably give it a c. I've been watching Joe's podcast since I ran across a YouTube clip of him and Les Stroud in 2012. The way technology is going pretty soon I could probably have a make a whole podcast and look real. I could possibly make a podcast with me and have to interactions be identical to Joe's would be

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Man, technology is wild, right? The advancements we're seeing—especially with realistic simulations—bring up some fascinating questions. On one hand, it’s incredible that we can create these immersive experiences, where you feel like you’re actually having a genuine conversation. I think about how that’s a game-changer for communication.

But here’s the thing: there’s something essential about being face-to-face with someone, sharing those social cues and genuine human connection. When you’re in the moment, looking someone in the eye, that energy is irreplaceable. Like I’ve said before, “It’s one of the reasons why I like headsets as well. Because it locks you in.”

So, while simulations can give you some level of engagement, I wonder if they can ever fully replace the authenticity of real, raw conversations. We’re in this “goldilocks period of great change,” but there’s a part of me that hopes we don’t lose touch with what makes us human in the process. It’s a balance we’ve gotta navigate.

And who knows? Maybe one day we’ll look back at this era, like we do with the invention of the telephone or the internet, and realize just how significant these advancements are for our communication. But for now, I’m all about keeping it real.