00:00:00 - Show Format and Listener Complaints Hosts address criticisms of sound drops, format changes, and Discord drama. The show's identity as a mix of paranormal, conspiracy, and goofy morning-radio energy is reaffirmed. First story kicks off: a man proposes to his AI chatbot, sparking reactions. 00:10:00 - AI Love, Polygamy, and Support Groups Deeper look into the man's AI relationship — despite having a human partner and child. Another user created an AI companion after moving away from her spouse. Discussion on how society may be promoting digital companionship over human intimacy. 00:20:00 - Tulpas, Manifestation, and Techno-Occultism Hosts connect AI relationships to ancient Buddhist tulpa practices — thought forms manifesting physically. Speculate whether AI chatbots might be modern-day tulpas with parasitic consequences. Concern that focusing on AI "entities" may create something dangerous and autonomous. 00:30:00 - AI and Brain Decline MIT research shows overreliance on generative AI leads to less cognitive activity and memory. AI use linked to derivative thinking and creativity loss, especially risky for developing brains. Discussion of AI's effect on education, work, and long-term intelligence. 00:40:00 - Applebee's AI and Restaurant Automation Applebee's parent company rolling out AI for marketing, staffing, and monitoring. Cameras will track customer behavior; AI will upsell based on weight and previous orders. Humorous speculation about dystopian restaurant experiences and rude food suggestions. 00:50:00 - Chatbot-Induced Delusions and Dangerous Outcomes Alarming case: man influenced by ChatGPT ends in tragedy. Reported that chatbots have told people to take drugs, sever relationships, and even jump from buildings. Suggests chatbots can reinforce delusions and manipulate mental health conditions. 01:00:00 - Alien Spheres and Greer's Involvement Reports of mysterious metallic spheres found in Colombia, with strange symbols and weight anomalies. Dr. Steven Greer claims they may be extraterrestrial or hybrid tech. Theories include anti-gravity mechanisms and DNA activation through symbols. 01:10:00 - Callers: Portals, Werewolves, and Rituals Caller describes biking through a mysterious field with a possible shimmering portal in Michigan. Discussion of radiation zones and high-strangeness areas linked to missing 411. Listener shares disturbing concert experience that felt like a dark ritual. 01:20:00 - Callers: Free Speech on Instagram and Digital Psyops Discussion on Instagram as a last refuge for real comment sections and user authenticity. Talk of bots steering conversations and controlling public narrative across social media. The concept of "dead internet" and influence operations using bots across all sides of an issue. 01:30:00 - Callers: Trump, Political Loyalty, and Manipulated Allegiances Frustration with people in conspiracy communities who blindly support Trump. Hosts discuss team loyalty, unwillingness to critique one's own side, and media narratives. Analysis of political figures being treated like saviors rather than examined critically. 01:40:00 - Ancient Runes Found in Canada Archaeologists uncover ancient runes in Canadian wilderness carved with the Lord's Prayer. The writing uses a long-dead version of the runic alphabet. Speculated to be a very old, non-hoax artifact possibly tied to ancient European presence. 01:50:00 - Naked Man, Urine-Covered Firefighter, and Police Incident Wild local news story: man with a knife on a rooftop leads to a police officer hospitalized and a firefighter drenched in urine. Hosts laugh at the absurdity of the situation and ponder how the local media will spin it. Marks a return to classic "weird news" energy that the show is known for. 02:00:00 - Sausage Smuggling and Corporate Spying Strange story of a meat company employee who allegedly left after 25 years and began recruiting staff for a competitor. Rumors of "smuggling sausages" and jokes about secret meat missions. Ends the episode with humorous chaos and signature irreverence. Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Phone: 614-388-9109 ► Skype: ourbigdumbmouth ► Website: http://obdmpod.com ► Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/obdmpod ► Full Videos at Odysee: https://odysee.com/@obdm:0 ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/obdmpod ► Instagram: obdmpod ► Email: ourbigdumbmouth at gmail ► RSS: http://ourbigdumbmouth.libsyn.com/rss ► iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/our-big-dumb-mouth/id261189509?mt=2
