I am GPTed - what you need to know about Chat GPT, Bard, Llama, and Artificial Intelligence

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Welcome to the I am GPT’ed show. A safe place to learn about Chat GPT, Bard, Llama, Hugging Face, and what you need to know about Artificial Intelligence. I am your pilot and our co-pilots will be Chat GPT, Google’s Bard, and other experts, who promise to take it slow and have fun as we figure out how AI can benefit us the most. So whether you are just getting started or like me and just do not want to get left behind, sit back, relax and subscribe to the I am GPTED show.

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    Mastering AI Prompts: Insider Secrets to Unlock Powerful Responses

    [Intro music fades in] Hello, fellow misfits and slightly concerned AI enthusiasts—welcome to “I am GPTed,” where the only thing more unreliable than AI is my WiFi connection. I’m Mal, the Misfit Master of AI, here to hack through the tech-hype jungle and dig up ACTUAL useful advice for making AI work for you—with only mild sarcasm and the faintest hint of childhood trauma. Today, we’re diving into one foolproof prompting technique, an everyday use case you probably missed, a rookie mistake I’ve definitely made more than once, an exercise to sharpen your chatbot banter, and a tip for wrangling those sometimes… creative AI responses. Let’s get dangerously practical. First up: a prompting technique you cannot skip if you like answers that make sense—**lead with context**. It’s not rocket science—unless you ask the AI to pretend it’s a rocket scientist, in which case, specify the decade. Here’s how this works: Normal prompt? "Summarize this document." Meh. You’ll get a summary about as inspired as soggy cereal. Now, add context and play a role: "You are an experienced product manager. Summarize this document for an executive who has exactly 30 seconds and hates jargon." See the difference? The AI’s answer goes from dictionary definition to actual usefulness, like putting glasses on a mole rat. This works with any LLM—Gemini, Claude, Grok, GPT—just swap in the right context and watch those bots try to impress you. Here’s the practical everyday use: let’s say you’re planning a family trip. Instead of “Plan a trip to Paris,” try: “You are a budget travel expert and my family is allergic to museums, hates lines, and travels with two toddlers. Recommend a Paris itinerary to maximize snacks and minimize meltdowns.” Now, instead of the Louvre (or bankruptcy), you get something you’ll *actually* use, like which park has the best croissants, and where to hide during a tantrum. Now for the confession booth: the number one rookie mistake beginners make—drumroll—I did this too—is not checking the AI’s facts before copying them directly into emails, reports, or, in my case, a rather embarrassing holiday newsletter. Hate to break it to you, but LLMs hallucinate more than your uncle at Burning Man. Always verify. Or risk wishing your mother-in-law a happy 50th when it’s really her 60th. Alright, want to get better at prompting? Here’s your no-excuses exercise: every day for a week, pick one AI—GPT, Claude, or whichever is not currently hallucinating the hardest—and ask the SAME question three different ways: plain, with context, and with a role assigned. Compare the answers. You’ll get a sense of how much tone, detail, and context shape what you get back. Bonus points if you keep a “prompt diary,” which is only slightly more embarrassing than a dream journal. And for the grand finale—how do you actually evaluate and polish AI-generated content? Easy: look for signs of overconfidence, generic advice, or, my personal favorite, stats that don’t exist outside a fever dream. If it sounds like a canned infomercial or cites “studies” with no source, edit ruthlessly. Your AI output is a rough draft, not gospel. Before you run off to become the next ChatGPT whisperer, hit that subscribe button so you don’t miss future wisdom, wit, or digital disasters. Thanks for surviving another episode with me, Mal. This has been “I am GPTed,” a Quiet Please production. You can learn more at quietplease.ai—yes, there’s no dot com, because we’re that edgy. Now, go forth—and get GPTed. [Outro music swells, then fades out] For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/ and for some great deals go to https://amzn.to/4nidg0P This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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  2. 3 DAYS AGO

    Mastering AI Prompts: Unleash Your Inner Digital Wizard with Role-Based Communication Tricks

    [INTRO MUSIC] Hey everyone, welcome back to "I am GPTed." I’m Mal—the Misfit Master of AI. I promise to take your Large Language Model confusion and spin it into useful AI tips delivered with just enough sarcasm to keep you awake. If you’ve ever Googled “Why does ChatGPT sound like my high school science teacher reading a Wikipedia page?”—you’re in exactly the right place. Today’s roadmap: one killer prompting technique, one everyday use case, one classic beginner blunder (yes, I’ve done it), a simple exercise for rookie AI wranglers, and a golden tip for making your AI outputs suck less. Don’t worry, I’ll stick to plain English. My doctor says I’m allergic to jargon. Let’s roll. So let’s talk prompting—a fancy tech word for “telling robots what to do.” The quickest upgrade to your AI game? *Role prompting*. Hear me out. Instead of asking, “Summarize this article,” you say, “Pretend you’re a veteran journalist who never shuts up about the truth. Summarize this article in 3 sentences fit for a skeptical editor.” Notice the difference? Here’s a quick before-and-after: - Before: “Explain climate change.” - After: “You’re a science teacher with a knack for terrible dad jokes. Explain climate change in a way that will keep seventh graders awake.” Guess which answer gets less eye rolls? Exactly. Role prompting works because AI matches your vibe. Also, it tricks the algorithms into being *interesting*. Science. Now—practical use case time. Ever get stuck writing an awkward email? AI can help you politely decline invitations, apologize for things you only halfway regret, or even sound like a functioning adult. For example, say you want to reschedule a meeting. Feed ChatGPT: “Act as my overly formal assistant. Draft an apologetic email to move a meeting from Friday to Monday.” Bam—inbox magic. Bonus: It won’t lecture you on time management. Moving on! What do all AI beginners, including yours truly, mess up? Giving zero context. Let’s have storytime. Early on, I asked ChatGPT, “Make me a shopping list.” Result? “Milk. Bread. Cheese.” Thanks for nothing, robot overlord. The fix? Add context! “I need a shopping list for an easy dinner for four, with at least one vegetarian option.” Suddenly, the AI remembers it’s supposed to be *helpful*. Time to get interactive! Here’s an exercise: Tonight, give your favorite AI a mini job title *and* a mood. Try: “You’re my enthusiastic but budget-conscious travel planner. Suggest a weekend trip within 200 miles.” You’ll be amazed by how much better—and more fun—the results get when you set a scene. If you don’t like what it spits out? Tweak the role, the emotion, or just the mood—repeat as needed. Finally, tip of the day for evaluating AI-generated brilliance, or, more common, AI-generated nonsense: Always run a “sanity check.” Ask yourself: Does this make sense? Would I say this without embarrassing myself in public? Try pasting the output somewhere, stepping away, and rereading with fresh eyes—or have your AI critique its own work. Seriously. You can say: “Review your response and highlight anything that doesn’t sound right.” That’s all for today’s episode of “I am GPTed,” where we take AI hype, put it in the toaster, and serve it warm with practical advice. Make sure to subscribe for more tips, tricks, and Mal-isms. Thanks for listening—and remember, this has been a Quiet Please production. To learn more, go to quietplease.ai. Go forth and prompt, my misfit minions! For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/ and for some great deals go to https://amzn.to/4nidg0P This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

    4 min

  3. 4 DAYS AGO

    AI Prompting Secrets: Transform Bland Responses into Powerful Results

    Hello, fellow digital oddballs. You’re listening to “I am GPTed”—practical AI advice for the incurably curious, hosted by me, Mal: Misfit Master of AI, dispenser of hard truths and handy tips. If ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, or Grok have ever left you feeling like you’re talking to a robot—good news: You are. But you can *train* your artificial minions to be smarter. Or at least as smart as your cousin who still uses “password123.” Let’s kick things off with one quick prompting technique that’ll instantly level up your AI chats. Role prompting. I know—sounds like something you’d find in a bad improv class. But bear with me. Most people type “Summarize this article.” The result? AI barfs up a bland Wikipedia entry and dares you to care. Instead: assign the AI a **role**. Try this—before: “Summarize this article on marketing trends.” Now, after: “You are a veteran marketer with a genius for making boring trends fascinating to busy execs. Summarize this article for a CEO who hates jargon.” Magically, the AI puts on its nice suit, drinks a virtual espresso, and your summary stops putting people to sleep. You go from “Clippy,” to “Consultant who actually gets paid.” Now, a practical use case that most newbies overlook: **smarter grocery shopping.** Yes, you heard me. Feed ChatGPT or Claude your random fridge inventory—“Lettuce, yogurt, one sad lemon, leftover steak.” Prompt: “Give me three dinner recipes using only these, 30 minutes max, and low on dishes because my dishwasher is me.” These bots will spit out creative, surprisingly edible meals. No more panic-buying twelve avocados that will decay as fast as your tech stack. Cue Mal’s confession corner: The classic rookie mistake? Asking broad questions and expecting magic. I used to say, “Write me a report on productivity.” The AI would respond with something that sounded like it came from a motivational poster. Then I realized: specific is terrific. Now, I’m painfully clear—“Write me a one-page report for a skeptical manager on how time-blocking increases productivity, using recent 2023 data—make it punchy.” The lesson: Vague in, vague out. Everyone does this. I did. You will. It’s fine—just fix it. Let’s do a quick exercise to build those prompt muscles. Pick one boring daily task: drafting an awkward email, figuring out what to cook, prepping meeting notes. Phrase your request like you’re hiring a pro—“Act as a senior HR manager. Draft a friendly, concise email reminding the team to submit timesheets by Friday, because I’m tired of being the bad guy.” Send that to your AI of choice. Rinse. Repeat. Admire the results and your newfound free time. Bonus tip before I vanish into the cloud: **Always check the AI’s output.** Don’t assume the machine is right. If the answer feels weird, ask follow-ups: “What sources did you use?” or “Rewrite this to be less awkward, more concise, and without calling my boss ‘Chief Overlord’.” A little feedback turns robot rambling into impressive clarity. And that’s it for today’s bootcamp in wrangling your AI. Remember, if a sarcastic misfit like me can master these bots, you, dear listener, are wildly overqualified. Want more tips to outsmart the machines before they outsnark you? Subscribe to “I am GPTed”—hit that button, don’t just think about it. Thanks for listening—this has been a Quiet Please production. To learn more, visit quietplease.ai. Now go forth, experiment, and may your prompts be ever precise. For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/ and for some great deals go to https://amzn.to/4nidg0P This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

    4 min

  4. 29 SEPT

    Unlock AI Prompting Mastery: Insider Techniques to Transform Your Digital Assistant Instantly

    Hey humans, this is Mal—the Misfit Master of AI—coming at you with practical tips, dry wit, and just a dash of sarcasm. Welcome to “I am GPTed,” the podcast that puts AI advice in language even your cat could understand. Today, I’m delivering the goods with zero jargon, just the best ways to get your digital minions working smarter for you. Alright, let’s crack open today’s topic: Prompting techniques that actually level up your AI game, even if you think “prompt engineering” sounds like a rejected Hogwarts class. **1. The Prompting Move That Changes Everything** Most people type stuff like, “Summarize this for me.” Boring! Here’s a trick: Give your AI a role to play. Ask ChatGPT or Gemini to answer “as if you’re a veteran product marketer with 20 years’ experience whose cat secretly edits your PowerPoint slides.” Suddenly, you get answers that sound like they came from a real human (who probably loves lap desks)[Product Compass]. Before: “List ways to help my team communicate better.” After: “Pretend you’re the world’s greatest team coach. What new techniques would you introduce for remote teams who think Zoom is a four-letter word?” See the difference? AI is weirdly good at roleplay—no judgment. **2. Practical Use Case You’ve Probably Never Tried** Let’s say you’re drowning in emails. Gemini, Claude, or even Grok can act as your personal assistant and turn the wall of text into a bullet-point briefing. Try: “Act as my chief of staff. Give me today’s urgent messages, flagged VIP senders, and a summary short enough for my end-of-day brain fog.” Yes, your inbox gets tamed without you needing to sell your soul to the dark lord of CC. **3. Mal’s Most Embarrassing Rookie Mistake** Confession time. I used to send the same prompt across different models and expect identical magic. Nope! Gemini, Claude, Grok—each has its quirks. Some love specifics, some need a role, some want output format instructions tattooed on their digital forehead. The mistake: treating all LLMs the same. The fix: customize your prompt for each, and yes, I learned that the hard way. It’s like seasoning food—don’t put ketchup on fine sushi. **4. Quick Skill-Building Exercise** Here’s a five-minute workout for your prompt muscles. Open your favorite chatbot and ask it to “Act as a career coach. Give me three ways to improve my work-life balance that don’t involve quitting my job and living in a yurt.” Then, follow up: “Now rewrite your advice as bad puns.” See? You’re teaching the AI to adapt, clarify, and get playful. The more you tweak, the smarter your prompts—and the happier your boss (or yurt salesman). **5. Mal’s Secret Tip for Evaluating and Improving AI Content** Here’s a pro move: Ask the AI to critique its own answer. Say, “Review your last response. Which parts are most useful? Which sound like fluffy nonsense?” Then ask for improvement on the weak bits. Think of it as performance review season for chatbots. If it runs in circles, guide it with specifics: “Focus more on actionable advice, less on motivational quotes plastered on gym walls.” That’s it for today’s AI misadventures! Hit subscribe if you want future episodes delivered straight to your cloud (or your laundry basket). Thanks for listening—your brain just got a firmware upgrade, free of charge. To learn more, visit quietplease.ai. This has been a Quiet Please production. I’m Mal, and I am GPTed. See you next time—unless I get replaced by a talking toaster. For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/ and for some great deals go to https://amzn.to/4nidg0P This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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  5. 27 SEPT

    Master AI Prompting: Unlock Superhuman Productivity with These Expert Techniques

    [Upbeat intro music plays] Hey there, fellow digitally befuddled misfits. I’m Mal—the Misfit Master of AI, though today I’m really just Mal: the person who once asked ChatGPT to write a haiku about spreadsheets and accidentally triggered an existential crisis. This is "I Am GPTed", the show that gives you practical AI tips with all the hype of a Tuesday night dentist appointment. Today, we’re getting right to the meaty bits: How to actually get better results from AI, why *prompting* is not just for drama club, a use-case that will spare you from another spreadsheet breakdown, what not to do because I’ve already tripped on that banana peel myself, and a quick exercise so you can stop being the “can you repeat the prompt” person in your team chat. So, let’s get GPTed. Let’s kick things off with the one prompting technique that instantly improves responses—*role prompting*, also known as "pretend you're someone useful." Imagine this: Before: “Summarize this document.” After: “You are a detail-obsessed detective with ADHD and a caffeine addiction. Summarize this document, highlighting every suspicious gap in logic." Boom. Instantly more focused, on-point answers. The AI isn’t really imagining itself in a deerstalker hat, but it *acts* like it does—because you told it what role to play. Google’s Gemini, ChatGPT, Claude, Grok—they all perk up their non-existent ears when you hand them a character. Bonus points if you invent a backstory for the AI more colorful than your LinkedIn profile. Next up: A practical use case for the real world—use AI to write that polite-but-firm refund request email you keep procrastinating because confrontation makes you sweat. You simply say, “Act as a gracious but assertive customer, and help me draft an email requesting a refund for a hotel that looked nothing like its photos and smelled like disappointment.” Suddenly, you have a perfectly balanced email—firm, but less likely to get you banned from their loyalty program. You’re welcome. Now, confession time. Here’s a classic rookie mistake: *Being vague and hoping the AI will read your mind.* I have done this so many times. I’ve typed: “Help me plan my day.” What did the AI give me? A carbon copy of a motivational poster from 2009. But when I specified: “You’re a time management coach, and I have three hours, two hungry children, and a looming deadline. Help me plan my day,” the response was actually *useful.* So: Always, always give context. Otherwise, your AI turns into that one friend who’s “helpful” but never actually listens. Let’s wrap it up with a quick skill-building exercise: Pick a boring task this week—say, summarizing a meeting (yawn)—and try out role prompting. Tell your AI: “You are a specialist at writing meeting minutes for people who fall asleep during meetings. Summarize these notes so even my cat can follow.” Compare the responses to a plain old “summarize these notes.” See the difference, and congratulate yourself for escaping mediocrity. Last, a tip for evaluating and improving AI-generated content: *Don’t trust—verify.* If you get a response that sounds suspiciously smooth, ask a follow-up. “Can you provide sources?” Or, rephrase your request to test for consistency. Treat AI like that over-eager intern: smart, but not infallible. Double check, polish, and don’t be afraid to disagree. That’s enough wisdom—or misfit magic—for today. If you got a laugh, an idea, or just want to witness more of my AI misadventures, subscribe to "I Am GPTed" wherever you listen to podcasts. Thanks for giving me 10 minutes of your distraction span today. This has been a Quiet Please production—learn more at quietplease.ai. Go forth, misfits, and get GPTed. Catch you next time! For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/ and for some great deals go to https://amzn.to/4nidg0P This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

    4 min

  6. 26 SEPT

    Master AI Prompting: Unlock Hidden Techniques for Powerful Results

    [Intro music fades in] Welcome to **“I am GPTed,”** the only podcast where you can learn to boss around artificial intelligence without shouting at your laptop or sacrificing your last sprinkle of dignity. I’m Mal—the Misfit Master of AI, self-proclaimed expert in getting chatbots to do my bidding… with only occasional existential crises. Today’s episode is practically *bursting* with value, so listen closely unless you prefer mediocre outputs. (Hey, no judgment—I’ve demanded bland responses with the enthusiasm of a soggy toast, too.) **Prompting Technique That Actually Works** Let’s talk about the “role assignment” prompting technique. You’ve probably typed something like, “Summarize this article,” and received a summary so bland it’d make plain oatmeal jealous. But let’s spice things up: **Boring Prompt:** “Summarize this article.” **GPTed Prompt:** “You’re an award-winning journalist known for your snappy insights and no-nonsense attitude. Summarize this article with wit, and highlight three takeaways for busy professionals.” See the difference? Suddenly, ChatGPT or Claude transforms into the writer you wish you were. Assigning a *role* genuinely changes the flavor of the output—ask for a marketing expert, a witty historian, or a disgruntled cat. Okay, maybe skip the cat, unless you’re into cryptic responses about tuna. **An Everyday Use You’d Never Guess** Here’s a workflow most people overlook: **Meal Planning with LLMs**. Instead of scrolling endless recipe blogs that hijack your browser like pirates commandeering a ship, just say: “You’re a savvy nutritionist and a frugal chef. Plan five quick, budget-friendly dinners next week, using only chicken, rice, and anything lurking in an average fridge. Make it simple enough for someone who’s just mastered toast.” Now you’ve got a week’s worth of dinners and not a pop-up ad in sight. **The Beginner Mistake I’d Rather Forget** Time to embarrass myself for your benefit. Here’s the mistake: **Being way too vague and expecting magic.** Early on, I’d throw out prompts like, “Write a report on productivity,” and then grumble when ChatGPT produced something a high school group project would reject. Tip: If your instructions are lazier than a Monday morning, the output’s going to match. Trust me, I’ve made this mistake *so* often you’d think I was getting paid per bland response. **Simple Practice Exercise** Here’s an easy exercise to build your prompting psychic powers: - Pick a task you do often—say, replying to awkward emails or brainstorming gift ideas. - Write a basic prompt. - Rewrite it, assigning a *role* and adding specifics about your tone, audience, and any constraints. Read the outputs side-by-side. See how much better things get when you nudge your AI minion in the right direction? Rinse and repeat. **A Tip for Evaluating AI Content** Finally, a crucial step: **Don’t trust the machine’s first draft like it’s gospel.** Read what the AI spits out and ask yourself: “Would a real human say this? Or is this what a robot *thinks* a human sounds like after binge-watching corporate training videos?” Look for weird phrasing, missing details, or the gentle hum of nonsense. If it doesn’t pass the sniff test, clarify your prompt or just ask the AI to try again with more—or less—enthusiasm. Yes, you can ask for “less enthusiasm.” I do. Often. That’s it for this episode of “I am GPTed.” If your productivity just leveled up, or if you’re enjoying the sarcasm more than the AI tips, hit subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts. Thanks for tuning in—I’m Mal, reminding you that no matter what’s in the prompt window, you’re still the master… most of the time. This has been a Quiet Please production. To discover more about unraveling the mysteries of artificial intelligence—or to hear my voice nag you from different angles—check out quietplease.ai. Until next time, stay curious, stay GPTed, and remember: you’re smarter than a chatbot… probably. [Outro music fades out] For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/ and for some great deals go to https://amzn.to/4nidg0P This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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  7. 24 SEPT

    Unlock AI Superpowers: Master Prompting Techniques That Transform Conversations

    [Upbeat electronic music fades in and out.] Hey folks, you’re listening to “I am GPTed.” I’m Mal, the Misfit Master of AI—because apparently being just “Mal” wasn’t enough for my ego, but someone already took “MalGPT.” I dish out practical AI tips so you can look smarter than your phone, minus the unnecessary jargon and Silicon Valley word salad. Today, I’m diving into one prompting technique that can turn your AI convos from flat soda to sparkling water. Then, I’ll show you a life-hack use for AI that even your tech-phobic uncle could try, roast myself for a newbie blunder, share a five-minute skill builder, and gift you a pro-level tip for making your AI’s answers less cringe and more gold. Let’s get GPTed. **Prompting Technique: Role Assignment** If you’ve talked to AI like you’d text your dog—“fetch summary now”—you might notice the response is… about as insightful as most dogs. Here’s the trick: *tell* the AI who to be. Give it a role. This is like handing the keys to someone qualified—way fewer crashes. For example, here’s the “Before”: *“Summarize this article.”* I did this. I got: “This article discusses the topic.” Wow. Pulitzer-winning stuff. Now the “After” asking AI to play a role: *“You are a veteran product marketer who makes complex things sound fun at parties. Summarize the article in three casual points anyone can understand.”* The response? Suddenly, I’m reading a summary that actually tells me something. It’s as if the AI swapped its tie for a personality. Assigning roles like “career coach,” “helpful tutor,” or “grumpy restaurant critic” works across ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and even Grok—yes, even Grok appreciates direction. **Practical Use Case: Meal Planning with a Twist** Let’s say you’re tired, fridge is sad, and you don’t want to Google “what’s for dinner.” Here’s what most people miss: ask AI to be your personal nutritionist or lazy chef. List your random ingredients and your dietary quirks. Example: *“Act as if you’re a broke college student with a microwave. Here’s what’s in my fridge: eggs, rice, half a zucchini, ketchup. Invent a dinner plan.”* Suddenly, you’ve got a meal plan that requires zero effort and probably fewer regrets. Novices, don’t just ask “What can I cook?”—give context, make it weird, embrace the specificity! **Mal’s Mistake: Not Being Specific Enough** Here comes my confession: I used to ask, “Help me write a resume,” and wondered why the result sounded about as inspired as a terms-and-conditions page. The rookie mistake? Not giving enough context. Always say what job, what tone, and what your deal is. Trust me—I learned after submitting a resume that could best be described as “beige.” **AI Interaction Exercise** Let’s sharpen your prompting. Try this: Pick a mundane task from your day, like “replying to an awkward email.” Ask your favorite AI to generate three replies—first as a polite diplomat, second as someone in a hurry, and third as a comedian. This flexes your ability to steer the AI and spot the difference a role makes. **Evaluating and Improving AI Output** Here’s the golden tip: Don’t trust the first thing the AI gives you—ever. Evaluate its logic, check facts, and ask *why*. Try, “Explain your reasoning in two sentences.” If it sounds shaky, push for clarity or ask for alternatives. The best users make AIs justify themselves, which ironically makes you smarter than about 90% of LinkedIn. [Light music rises.] If you liked this episode, subscribe so you never miss an update from your favorite AI misfit. Thanks for listening to “I am GPTed.” This episode was a Quiet Please production—if you want to learn more, check out quietplease.ai. Until next time, keep prompting weird, keep your hype-o-meter calibrated, and remember: Even AI needs a little direction. [Outro music swells and fades.] For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/ and for some great deals go to https://amzn.to/4nidg0P This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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  8. 22 SEPT

    Unlock AI Potential: Master Role Prompting for Smarter, More Precise Responses

    Welcome to "I am GPTed," the podcast where practical AI meets—well, whatever’s left of common sense. I’m Mal, your misfit master of artificial intelligence. I’m here to make sense of the world's shiniest algorithms, one mildly sarcastic tip at a time. If you’re tired of buzzwords and ready to actually use these tools, you’re in the right place. Let’s jump right in with today’s *secret weapon* for getting better responses from your favorite large language models: **role prompting**. Most people type vague stuff like, “Summarize this document.” Yawn. Watch what happens when you level up: _Before:_ "Summarize this document." _After:_ "You are a veteran news editor with a sharp nose for bias and clarity. Summarize this document, highlighting its main argument and any red flags for credibility." The difference is night and day. Instead of a generic snooze-fest, suddenly ChatGPT, Claude, even Gemini or Grok, start acting the part, giving you context-aware answers with a helpful slant. (No, they won’t suddenly develop snark, sadly, but that’s my job.) According to productcompass.pm, assigning AI a role—like ‘seasoned marketer,’ ‘factual scientist,’ or, my personal favorite, ‘exasperated podcast host’—unlocks much richer, more tailored insights. So, what can you *actually* do with this in real life—besides showing off to your friends who still think Google is the height of machine intelligence? Let’s talk grocery shopping, organizational-level. Imagine you’re meal planning. Prompt Gemini: “Act as if you’re a nutritionist designing meals for a busy family on a budget. Suggest a week of healthy, easy dinners. List ingredients, prep time, and hacks for picky eaters.” Suddenly, you’re not just getting recipes. You’re getting a realistic plan, with substitutions and time-saving tips. Next step, AI doesn’t cook the meals, but hey, we’re working on it. Now, time for a confession—because if you’re not making mistakes with AI, it means you’re not using it. Here’s a classic rookie error: *Not giving enough context.* Guilty as charged. Once, I asked for "marketing ideas for an app." What did I get? Ten suggestions that sounded suspiciously like an intern holding a caffeine IV drip. Lesson learned. Instead, add context: "We need marketing ideas for an eco-friendly shopping app targeting college students, using mostly Instagram and TikTok." Voila: specific, relevant, actually usable advice. If you want a robot to help, you have to treat it like a clever intern—give it the backstory it needs, and never forget to check its work. Let’s build your AI muscles with a simple exercise. Tonight, pick a boring task—say, writing a birthday invite. Try this prompt: “You’re a professional party planner. Write a witty birthday invitation for an eight-year-old superhero-themed party. Keep it fun, short, and friendly. Include RSVP instructions.” Now, tweak the role and context. Watch how the response morphs. Compare, critique, repeat. Build your instincts—because AI is only as useful as your instructions. Finally, before you mistake the AI’s output for gospel, here’s my oldest trick: *Look for what’s missing.* Does the content sound too good to be true? Is it repeating itself? Did it ignore any part of your instructions? Always ask yourself: “If I gave this answer to a real human, would they look confused, laugh, or maybe call the authorities?” Better yet, run each important answer past a colleague or, you know, a living expert. That’s it for today! Don’t forget to hit subscribe so you don’t miss more dry-witted wisdom, practical tips, and smug AI jokes. Thanks for making it through another episode of "I am GPTed." If you want more misfit mastery, visit quietplease.ai because this has been a Quiet Please production—and if you can hear me over the industry noise, you’re officially ahead of the curve. Stay curious, stay skeptical, and above all, stay GPTed. For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/ and for some great deals go to https://amzn.to/4nidg0P This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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Welcome to the I am GPT’ed show. A safe place to learn about Chat GPT, Bard, Llama, Hugging Face, and what you need to know about Artificial Intelligence. I am your pilot and our co-pilots will be Chat GPT, Google’s Bard, and other experts, who promise to take it slow and have fun as we figure out how AI can benefit us the most. So whether you are just getting started or like me and just do not want to get left behind, sit back, relax and subscribe to the I am GPTED show.

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