The AI special features a voice impersonating George Carlin, delivering an hour-long standup comedy routine to a simulated audience. The content of the special, which includes discussions on conservatives, gun control, trans rights, Elon Musk, and the future of AI, has been criticized for not being funny and for not respecting Carlin's creative integrity. The article also questions the authenticity of the AI-generated content, suggesting that it may be too polished and lacks the typical hallmarks of AI authorship.
Key takeaways:
- An unauthorized, “AI-generated” George Carlin comedy special has been released by Dudesy, an AI comedy podcast and video channel run by comedian Will Sasso, writer Chad Kultgen, and an unnamed tech company.
- The special, titled “George Carlin: I’m Glad I’m Dead,” has received backlash from Carlin’s family and mixed reviews from the public. Kelly Carlin, George Carlin's daughter, is considering legal action.
- It's unclear how much of the special was actually created with AI. The script doesn't have the hallmarks of AI authorship and seems too polished, raising questions about the extent of human intervention.
- Despite the controversy, the special suggests that AI is the future of standup comedy, a point that is being debated in the wake of this release.