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Distractible podcast releases AI-themed horror stories

The Distractible podcast is releasing a special series of short horror stories titled "The Scary Tapes" every Friday until Halloween. The stories, read by hosts Bob, Mark, and Wade, all share a common theme of "AI." One particular story is noted for its well-written narrative, despite a predictable twist, and is described as making the listener uncomfortable. AI

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Distractible podcast releases AI-themed horror stories

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  1. Mastodon — fosstodon.org TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    The Distractible podcast has a new Friday special until Halloween: "The Scary Tapes", short stories read by Bob, Mark and Wade. The theme is the same for all of

    The Distractible podcast has a new Friday special until Halloween: "The Scary Tapes", short stories read by Bob, Mark and Wade. The theme is the same for all of them: "AI". Second one is very well written, even though you know what "twist" is coming. https://www. youtube.com/watc…