Photo #26 Plus More From ChatGPT

We’re still on the subject of ChatGPT but today I thought we’d inject some humor. I asked the thing some questions about myself, to get a sense of where it gets its information. I was surprised at some of the answers. I’ll put my extra comments in bold.

I thought I’d first ask the thing about this blog:

What subjects are covered on allan weisbecker’s blog.banditobooks.com?

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Allan Weisbecker’s blog at banditobooks.com covers a variety of topics related to surfing, alternative culture, travel, and his personal experiences. Some of the subjects he covers include:

1. Surfing: Allan is an avid surfer and frequently writes about his experiences surfing in different parts of the world, including Hawaii, Mexico, and Indonesia. (This of course is untrue and indicates information it gleaned from who knows where.)
2. Alternative Culture: Allan is interested in alternative lifestyles and subcultures, and he often writes about topics such as intentional communities (what’s an intentional community?), off-grid living, and counterculture movements.
3. Travel: Allan has traveled extensively throughout his life, and his blog includes many posts about his adventures in places such as Central America, Asia, and Europe. (I’ve never really been to Asia and hardly ever write about Europe…)
4. Personal Experiences: Allan’s blog also includes posts about his personal experiences and reflections on life, such as his struggles with addiction and his spiritual journey. (Addiction? That’s interesting. Although I’ve had my issues I don’t think I’ve ever written about them here, certainly not regularly. Interesting.)

Overall, Allan’s blog at banditobooks.com offers a unique perspective on surfing, travel, and alternative culture, and is well worth a read for anyone interested in these topics. (Also noteworthy that it didn’t accuse me of being a ‘conspiracy theorist.’ Means it’s not read any actual posts. I suspect the next version will be different in this respect.)

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Tell me about allan weisbecker’s book Can’t You Get Along With Anyone?

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“Allan Weisbecker’s book Can’t You Get Along With Anyone?” is a memoir that chronicles the author’s life as a surfer and a traveler. In the book, Weisbecker shares his experiences of traveling around the world, meeting different people, and getting involved in various adventures.(Traveling ‘around the world’? Mmm)

The book is divided into chapters, each of which focuses on a particular period or event in Weisbecker’s life. Some of the topics he covers include his experiences as a young surfer in Florida, his travels to Central America in search of waves and adventure, and his encounters with various colorful characters along the way. (Florida? Where did that come from?)

One of the central themes of the book is Weisbecker’s struggle to find his place in the world and to connect with others. He writes candidly about his own flaws and insecurities, as well as the challenges he faced in building and maintaining relationships. (This is pretty insightful and is not worded as if taken from some specific review or whatever. It’s almost like the thing actually read the book.)

Throughout the book, Weisbecker’s writing is characterized by his wit, humor, and irreverent attitude. He has a talent for storytelling and for capturing the essence of the people and places he encounters on his travels. (Ditto, plus it seems to have good taste ;))

Overall, “Can’t You Get Along With Anyone?” is a fascinating and engaging memoir that offers a unique perspective on surfing, travel, and the human experience.

 

This one was strictly for laughs…

Write a screenplay based on the book by Allan Weisbecker, In Search of Captain Zero

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FADE IN:

EXT. A BEACH IN BAJA, MEXICO – DAY

A surfer, ALLAN, rides a wave and crashes into the water. He pops up, smiles and paddles back out to catch another wave.

ALLAN (V.O.)

I came to Baja to escape the rat race, to find adventure, and to search for my old friend, Captain Zero.

CUT TO:

EXT. A BEACH IN SAN DIEGO – DAY

Allan packs his van and says goodbye to his girlfriend.

ALLAN (V.O.)

It had been years since I had seen Zero, but I couldn’t shake the feeling that he was still out there, living his life on his own terms.

Allan hits the road and drives down the Baja peninsula, stopping at various surf spots and asking locals about Captain Zero.

ALLAN (V.O.)

I heard stories of him living in a shack on the beach, of him running drugs, of him disappearing into the jungle.

Allan finally reaches the small town of El Rosario, where he meets a man named ZORRO.

ZORRO

Captain Zero? Yeah, I know him. He lives down by the river. But be careful, man. He’s not like the rest of us.

Allan hikes down to the river and finds Zero’s shack. He knocks on the door and is greeted by a disheveled, bearded man.

ZERO

Allan? Is it really you? (Interesting. This is a direct quote from the book…)

ALLAN

Zero! It’s been too long, man.

Zero invites Allan into his shack and they catch up on old times.

ZERO

I’ve been living off the grid, man. No phone, no email, no bullshit. Just me and the river.

Allan notices that Zero seems different, more paranoid and agitated than he remembered.

ALLAN

What’s going on, Zero? You seem on edge.

ZERO

It’s the DEA, man. They’re closing in on me. I’ve got to get out of here.

Allan agrees to help Zero escape and they set off down the river in a small boat.

ALLAN (V.O.)

As we floated down the river, I couldn’t help but feel like I had found what I was looking for. But I also knew that I had gotten myself into something much bigger than just a reunion with an old friend.

As they travel down the river, they encounter drug runners, corrupt officials, and other dangers.

ALLAN (V.O.)

I realized that my search for Captain Zero was also a search for myself. I had been searching for a way to live my life on my own terms, and I was learning that it was a lot harder than I had thought.

Finally, they reach the ocean and Zero sets off in a small boat.

ALLAN

Where are you going, Zero?

ZERO

I can’t tell you, man. But I’ll see you again, someday.

Allan watches as Zero disappears into the horizon.

ALLAN (V.O.)

I realized that I may never see Zero again, but that didn’t matter. I had found what I was looking for – a taste of freedom, a glimpse of a life outside the rat race.

Allan gets back in his van and drives off into the sunset.

FADE OUT.

It’s actually better than the ones written by the director and some guy they hired. Shorter and hence less of a waste of time. 

Allan

I invite you guys to see what you can come up with by asking ChatGPT various questions about yourselves, or about whatever. It’s sort of fun. But remember it’s the baby version of something deadly, the beginning of the… or an… end.