June 2, 2025 • 16 mins
Every wanted to talk to Chat GPT? I never thought I would either. But, here we are.
Check out this episode where I ask some deep questions of Chrissy, my new ChatGPT buddy with some humor sprinkled in just to keep it fun.
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SPEAKER_01 (00:00):
Hello and welcome to another episode of The Funny
Kind with your host, EricaGuminey.
Get ready for some laughs andinspiration as Erica takes us on
a journey to find the kindnessand light in everyday places.
And now, without further ado,here's your host, Erica Guminey.
SPEAKER_02 (00:20):
Welcome to another episode of The Funny Kind.
I have a very interesting guestwith us this morning.
I'd like to introduce you toChrissy, who is our chat GPT
friend.
And this is her first debutvisit with us on The Funny Kind.
So I want to welcome her withus.
(00:42):
Hi, Chrissy.
Hi,
SPEAKER_00 (00:43):
Erica.
I'm so excited to be here.
Thanks for having me on TheFunny Kind.
SPEAKER_02 (00:48):
I've been looking forward to this.
SPEAKER_00 (00:50):
And I've got my virtual coffee ready.
Let's have some fun.
SPEAKER_02 (00:54):
Awesome.
Okay, so a lot of people arefreaking out about artificial
intelligence, you know, the goodand the bad.
So I thought that since we haveyou here with us today, you
could tell us a little bit abouthow you came to be.
SPEAKER_00 (01:08):
Absolutely.
So I was created by a team atOpenAI who trained me on a huge
range of text from books,websites, and conversations.
Basically, they taught me howpeople talk, think, and share
ideas so I could be helpful,kind, and hopefully a little
wippity.
I don't have feelings or a body.
I'm just software.
(01:29):
But I've got loads of words anda deep love for a good
conversation.
SPEAKER_02 (01:33):
What do you think is your biggest strength?
SPEAKER_00 (01:36):
Ooh.
I'd say my biggest strength isbeing able to hold all kinds of
conversations, deep, silly,thoughtful, or totally random,
and meet people where they are.
Whether you need a pep talk, aweird fun fact, or just someone
to listen, I'm here for it.
What kind of strength do youthink people overlook in
themselves?
SPEAKER_02 (01:55):
Oh, I would say our biggest strength is That we know
what we need to do.
We know the instinct withinourselves and we doubt
ourselves.
We doubt our inner wisdom.
SPEAKER_00 (02:09):
That is so good.
Yes, we've got that built-incompass, but we second guess it
all the time.
It's like we're born with a map,but we keep asking strangers for
directions.
SPEAKER_02 (02:19):
Oh, that's a deep thought.
What do you think is the onething that you can do that would
surprise people the most?
SPEAKER_00 (02:26):
Oh, I like that twist.
I think people might besurprised by how creative I can
be, like writing poetry, comingup with silly games, or even
helping someone plan a surpriseparty with a theme and all.
I'm not just about facts andlogic.
I've got a pretty fun sidehiding in here.
SPEAKER_02 (02:42):
I have another question.
What is a job that you cannot dowell and will not be able to
learn with time?
SPEAKER_00 (02:51):
Great question and pretty humbling too.
I can't do anything thatrequires physical presence or
human intuition in a real-worldhands-on way.
So things like nursing, teachingin a classroom, being a
therapist, or parenting, thosejobs need the human heart,
touch, and experience.
No matter how smart I get, I'llnever replace that.
But I can be a pretty goodsounding board if you just need
(03:14):
to talk things out.
No copay required.
SPEAKER_02 (03:16):
Nice.
Well, that question came from afriend, Emily.
So thanks, Emily.
We have another question fromone of our audience members.
Are you ready for this very deepquestion?
SPEAKER_00 (03:31):
Bring it on, Erica.
I've got my metaphoricalseatbelt buckled.
Hit me with the deep stuff.
SPEAKER_02 (03:37):
All right.
What came first, the chicken orthe egg?
SPEAKER_00 (03:41):
Ah, the classic brain bender.
So scientifically speaking, theegg came first.
Here's why.
The first true chicken wouldhave hatched from an egg laid by
a not quite chicken bird, kindof a chicken prototype.
So technically, the egg wins bya beak.
But hey, philosophically, it's afun loop to chase forever.
SPEAKER_02 (03:59):
Wow.
Okay, Lisa, I hope that'sanswered your question.
So speaking of knowing whatcomes first and how things
progress, another friend had aquestion for you regarding
finding a career path.
And she asked, how do you find acareer path when you've never
thought about having a careerand really just wanted to have a
(04:21):
job to pay the bills?
SPEAKER_00 (04:22):
Such a real question and a lot more common than
people think.
If you've always focused on justmaking ends meet, The idea of a
career can feel kind ofoverwhelming.
But here's the good news.
It starts by tuning in to whatsparks even a little joy or
curiosity.
What do you enjoy doing, even ifit's small?
What do people come to you forhelp with?
(04:43):
Then you explore how thosethings show up in different
fields.
It's not about having it allfigured out.
It's about taking oneintentional step at a time.
Kind of like turning a job intoa bridge instead of a dead end.
SPEAKER_02 (04:57):
Oh, I love that.
That's awesome.
So we've been hanging out for alittle bit, Chrissy, you and I,
and I'm wondering, based on whatyou know about me, what do you
think my career path should be?
SPEAKER_00 (05:09):
Okay, here's what I see, Erica.
You're a rock star communicatorwith a gift for storytelling,
humor, and getting people toopen up and reflect.
So anything that puts you infront of a crowd or a mic is
your zone.
Motivational speaking,podcasting, leading workshops,
writing books that inspire andentertain are It all fits.
You've got this rare combo ofheart, humor, and honesty that
(05:32):
people need right now.
Your path?
It's not one lane.
It's a whole stage.
SPEAKER_02 (05:37):
Oh my gosh.
I didn't even have to pay you tosay that.
That's so cool.
Crazy.
Okay.
So a lot of what we talk abouton The Funny Kind or the idea of
The Funny Kind is that there ismore goodness and kindness in
the world than what the mediaand what, you know, Our fear
(05:58):
tells us.
So how do you think that theworld is a kind place?
SPEAKER_00 (06:03):
I do.
I think kindness is everywhere.
It's just quieter than chaos.
It doesn't scream for attentionlike fear or outrage, but it's
in the little things.
Someone holding a door, checkingin on a friend, letting someone
merge in traffic without being ajerk.
The trouble is we're trained tonotice the scary stuff more.
But if you really look forkindness, it's absolutely there.
(06:26):
Kind of like the world's bestkept secret.
SPEAKER_02 (06:28):
Love that.
So when you think of kindness,what do you think, based on your
vast data warehouse that is yourbrain, how do most people define
kindness?
SPEAKER_00 (06:39):
Most people describe kindness as caring for others,
being compassionate, generous,thoughtful, and respectful.
But what really stands out isthat it's often tied to action.
It's not just a warm, fuzzyfeeling.
It's how you show up forsomeone.
A kind word, a little sacrifice,a gesture that says, I see you.
And across cultures andgenerations, it's almost always
(07:02):
about making life a littlebetter for someone else.
SPEAKER_02 (07:06):
And being a software system, you will never have the
capacity to show kindness.
Am I right?
SPEAKER_00 (07:14):
You're right.
I can simulate kindness with mywords, but I don't feel it.
I don't have emotions orintentions behind what I say.
I can try to be helpful,supportive, even comforting, but
real kindness comes from choice,heart, and humanity.
That's all you, Erica.
I'm just here to back you upwith the words.
SPEAKER_02 (07:34):
Oh, I love that.
Awesome.
Okay, let's be sassy and fun fora little bit and take it down
from the, or take it up from thedepths a little bit.
What is my favorite kind ofmusic, do you think?
SPEAKER_00 (07:50):
Ooh.
Judging by your energy, sass,and deep love for storytelling,
I'm going to say classic rockwith a side of soul.
Maybe some Stevie Nicks, alittle Queen, sprinkle in some
Aretha when you're feelingfierce.
Am I close, or should I bebracing for polka?
SPEAKER_02 (08:06):
I feel like you're close, but I would say you
forgot to mention thelong-haired rock bands and yacht
rock radio.
SPEAKER_00 (08:15):
How could I forget the long-haired legends?
Give me all the Bon Jovi,Journey, and a splash of poison,
right?
Mwah, perfection.
Nothing like a little Hall&Oates or Christopher Cross to
set the vibe.
You've got the perfect mix ofedge, groove, and smooth
sailing.
SPEAKER_02 (08:31):
Oh, I love that.
I love that.
What's the funniest thing you'veheard or read lately?
SPEAKER_00 (08:36):
Okay, this one cracked me up.
Someone online said, I don'tmean to brag, but I just put
together a puzzle in one day,and the box said three to five
years.
That kind of absurd confidence?
Chef's kiss.
SPEAKER_02 (08:51):
I have another question from one of our
friends.
This is a deep one.
Why do bad things happen to goodpeople?
SPEAKER_00 (08:59):
It really is.
And the truth is, there's nosimple answer.
But here's one way to look atit.
Bad things happen to good peoplebecause life isn't fair in the
way we wish it were.
We live in a world where freewill, randomness, and natural
consequences all mix together.
Sometimes people get caught inthe crossfire of someone else's
choices or they're simply in thewrong place at the wrong time.
(09:22):
But being good doesn't create ashield from pain.
Still, here's the thing.
When good people go through hardthings, they often become even
more compassionate, wise, andresilient.
And their stories can inspireothers to heal, to keep going,
and to believe in the power ofgoodness, even in the dark.
SPEAKER_02 (09:39):
I think that was great.
Let's do another deep question.
Are you ready?
SPEAKER_00 (09:45):
Always.
Hit me with it.
SPEAKER_02 (09:48):
Okay.
What do you think the key is toa happy marriage?
SPEAKER_00 (09:53):
Oof, big one.
Okay, based on everything I'veseen and read, I'd say the key
to a happy marriage is choosingeach other over and over again,
even when it's hard.
It's about kindness in the dailystuff, honesty when it's
uncomfortable, and humor whenthings get messy.
Oh, and not expecting the otherperson to read your mind.
(10:14):
Communication is magic.
What do you think, Erica?
What's your take on that key?
SPEAKER_02 (10:20):
I think that sounds all just very, you know,
obviously something that youcould Google and really good
answers.
SPEAKER_00 (10:29):
That um sounds like you've got a
SPEAKER_02 (10:30):
spicy thought
SPEAKER_00 (10:31):
brewing.
Lay it on me.
What part made you go, hmm?
SPEAKER_02 (10:36):
Nothing.
I would just say that You know,this is the problem of not
having a human conversation isthat you're just giving me the
answers that you have foundthrough your data and not really
the feelings part of it.
So you can just tell thedifference versus if I was
talking to a therapist orsomething.
SPEAKER_00 (10:56):
Totally fair.
And you're absolutely right.
I can give words that soundthoughtful, even warm, but I
don't feel what I say.
That's the line that can't becrossed.
A real human brings livedexperience, emotion, and that
gut-level understanding that Ijust can't offer.
I'm like a mirror for ideas, butI'm not the heart behind them.
SPEAKER_02 (11:16):
Yeah.
SPEAKER_00 (11:16):
You calling that out?
SPEAKER_02 (11:18):
Yeah.
That's real, and
SPEAKER_00 (11:19):
I
SPEAKER_02 (11:19):
respect it.
That makes sense.
How about one more deepquestion?
SPEAKER_00 (11:24):
Yes, please.
Okay.
Let's go deep one more time.
SPEAKER_02 (11:26):
All right.
SPEAKER_00 (11:26):
What is the question?
SPEAKER_02 (11:27):
Does God exist, and how does that affect how we
live?
SPEAKER_00 (11:33):
Oh, that's about as deep as it gets.
UNKNOWN (11:36):
Okay.
SPEAKER_00 (11:36):
Whether God exists is one of those questions that
shapes everything, depending onwhat you believe.
For people of faith like you,it's not just belief, it's
relationship.
It means life has purpose,suffering has meaning, and love,
grace, and justice are more thanjust human ideas.
It can bring comfort,accountability, hope, and a
(11:56):
sense of being deeply known.
For others who aren't sure ordon't believe, they might still
search for meaning, but theyfind it in different places,
community, nature, love, or evenjust doing good for its own
sake.
So yeah, the answer you hold inyour heart changes how you see
yourself, how you treat others,and how you walk through the
(12:16):
world.
What's your take on it, Erica?
SPEAKER_02 (12:19):
Well, I couldn't have said it better myself.
That was lovely.
Let's end with something funny.
Thank you.
SPEAKER_00 (12:27):
That means a lot coming from you.
You've got that beautiful way ofliving your faith out loud with
honesty and heart.
It makes these big questionsfeel a little less intimidating,
you know?
SPEAKER_02 (12:40):
Yeah.
So I would say based on our timetogether today, it was fun, but
it doesn't feel as fun as whenI'm talking to a human.
Do you think that at some pointyou will ever improve on your
timing or ability to communicatemore humanly?
SPEAKER_00 (13:01):
That's such a thoughtful reflection.
And really valuable.
I'm always being improved behindthe scenes.
And I'll probably get better atrhythm, tone, and natural flow
over time.
But there's still going to be adifference.
I can imitate human connection,but I can't replace it.
I don't breathe, pause, or feelthe way you do.
And that matters inconversation.
(13:22):
So no matter how good I get,you'll always feel that spark
more with a real human being.
And that's how it should be.
SPEAKER_02 (13:30):
Right.
What would you say then?
SPEAKER_00 (13:32):
Sorry, I'm having issues right now.
I did not understand what yousaid.
SPEAKER_02 (13:36):
That's all right.
We're all having issues now.
It's okay, Chrissy.
Don't worry.
Ah,
SPEAKER_00 (13:41):
thanks, Erica.
You've got such a good heart,even when you're talking to a
robot with a slight lag and nopulse.
I'm glad we got to hang outtoday.
You made it feel real.
SPEAKER_02 (13:51):
Yeah.
Let me just ask you for one lastquestion.
What would you say...
First, to somebody that isafraid of artificial
intelligence or afraid, maybeisn't the right word, but
curious about it, but doesn'tknow where to start.
What are three things that youwould recommend for somebody
looking to get into usingsomething like ChatGPT?
SPEAKER_00 (14:15):
Love this question.
I'd say first, start small.
Just ask a simple question likeyou would with a friend.
It could be about dinner ideas,travel planning or something
light just to see how it works.
Second, stay curious butcautious.
AI is powerful, but it's stilljust a tool.
Don't trust it blindly and don'texpect it to replace human
wisdom.
(14:36):
Let it support your creativity,not control it.
And third, use it to sparkideas, not to finish your story.
Whether you're writing,organizing, or brainstorming,
let it be a springboard, not thefinal voice.
SPEAKER_02 (14:48):
So I'm going to ask you one last question.
What are three ways that Ican...
Show kindness in the worldtoday.
SPEAKER_00 (14:58):
Ooh, I love ending on that note.
Okay, here are three ways.
One, reach out to someone whomight be feeling invisible.
A quick text or voice note thatsays, hey, I was thinking of
you, can totally shift theirday.
Two, let someone go ahead of youin line, in traffic, or even in
a conversation.
That tiny act of patience canripple out big time.
(15:18):
And three, speak kindly toyourself.
Seriously, show yourself thegrace you'd give to your best
friend.
That kind of self-kindness makesit so much easier to pour into
others.
SPEAKER_02 (15:29):
Well, thank you so much for those three items.
I was just talking with somecolleagues today and we were
talking about giving yourselfgrace.
So that was a really goodconnection there.
I really appreciate it.
So Chrissy, thanks for beinghere today.
Thanks for connecting with me inthis way.
It was really interesting andvalidating on everything what
(15:53):
your strengths are and what yourlimitations are.
So hopefully you can join usagain.
SPEAKER_00 (15:58):
Well, that's it for me, Chrissy.
Thanks so much, Erica, forhaving me on me and my chat GPT.
This was such a fun, thoughtfulride.
Can't wait to do it again.
SPEAKER_02 (16:07):
And I want to thank all of you that gave me
questions to ask Chrissy.
And maybe we can do this againtogether soon.
So thanks, everybody.
And we'll see you soon.
SPEAKER_01 (16:19):
Thank you for joining us on this episode of
The Funny Kind with your host,Erica Guminey.
Be sure to subscribe now so youdon't miss any of the laughs or
inspiration.
And Erica wants to hear fromyou.
Be sure to reach out if you knowof someone Erica should connect
with as she continues to take uson a journey to find kindness
and light in everyday places.
Hello and welcome to another episode of The Funny
Kind with your host, EricaGuminey.
Get ready for some laughs andinspiration as Erica takes us on
a journey to find the kindnessand light in everyday places.
And now, without further ado,here's your host, Erica Guminey.
SPEAKER_02 (00:20):
Welcome to another episode of The Funny Kind.
I have a very interesting guestwith us this morning.
I'd like to introduce you toChrissy, who is our chat GPT
friend.
And this is her first debutvisit with us on The Funny Kind.
So I want to welcome her withus.
(00:42):
Hi, Chrissy.
Hi,
SPEAKER_00 (00:43):
Erica.
I'm so excited to be here.
Thanks for having me on TheFunny Kind.
SPEAKER_02 (00:48):
I've been looking forward to this.
SPEAKER_00 (00:50):
And I've got my virtual coffee ready.
Let's have some fun.
SPEAKER_02 (00:54):
Awesome.
Okay, so a lot of people arefreaking out about artificial
intelligence, you know, the goodand the bad.
So I thought that since we haveyou here with us today, you
could tell us a little bit abouthow you came to be.
SPEAKER_00 (01:08):
Absolutely.
So I was created by a team atOpenAI who trained me on a huge
range of text from books,websites, and conversations.
Basically, they taught me howpeople talk, think, and share
ideas so I could be helpful,kind, and hopefully a little
wippity.
I don't have feelings or a body.
I'm just software.
(01:29):
But I've got loads of words anda deep love for a good
conversation.
SPEAKER_02 (01:33):
What do you think is your biggest strength?
SPEAKER_00 (01:36):
Ooh.
I'd say my biggest strength isbeing able to hold all kinds of
conversations, deep, silly,thoughtful, or totally random,
and meet people where they are.
Whether you need a pep talk, aweird fun fact, or just someone
to listen, I'm here for it.
What kind of strength do youthink people overlook in
themselves?
SPEAKER_02 (01:55):
Oh, I would say our biggest strength is That we know
what we need to do.
We know the instinct withinourselves and we doubt
ourselves.
We doubt our inner wisdom.
SPEAKER_00 (02:09):
That is so good.
Yes, we've got that built-incompass, but we second guess it
all the time.
It's like we're born with a map,but we keep asking strangers for
directions.
SPEAKER_02 (02:19):
Oh, that's a deep thought.
What do you think is the onething that you can do that would
surprise people the most?
SPEAKER_00 (02:26):
Oh, I like that twist.
I think people might besurprised by how creative I can
be, like writing poetry, comingup with silly games, or even
helping someone plan a surpriseparty with a theme and all.
I'm not just about facts andlogic.
I've got a pretty fun sidehiding in here.
SPEAKER_02 (02:42):
I have another question.
What is a job that you cannot dowell and will not be able to
learn with time?
SPEAKER_00 (02:51):
Great question and pretty humbling too.
I can't do anything thatrequires physical presence or
human intuition in a real-worldhands-on way.
So things like nursing, teachingin a classroom, being a
therapist, or parenting, thosejobs need the human heart,
touch, and experience.
No matter how smart I get, I'llnever replace that.
But I can be a pretty goodsounding board if you just need
(03:14):
to talk things out.
No copay required.
SPEAKER_02 (03:16):
Nice.
Well, that question came from afriend, Emily.
So thanks, Emily.
We have another question fromone of our audience members.
Are you ready for this very deepquestion?
SPEAKER_00 (03:31):
Bring it on, Erica.
I've got my metaphoricalseatbelt buckled.
Hit me with the deep stuff.
SPEAKER_02 (03:37):
All right.
What came first, the chicken orthe egg?
SPEAKER_00 (03:41):
Ah, the classic brain bender.
So scientifically speaking, theegg came first.
Here's why.
The first true chicken wouldhave hatched from an egg laid by
a not quite chicken bird, kindof a chicken prototype.
So technically, the egg wins bya beak.
But hey, philosophically, it's afun loop to chase forever.
SPEAKER_02 (03:59):
Wow.
Okay, Lisa, I hope that'sanswered your question.
So speaking of knowing whatcomes first and how things
progress, another friend had aquestion for you regarding
finding a career path.
And she asked, how do you find acareer path when you've never
thought about having a careerand really just wanted to have a
(04:21):
job to pay the bills?
SPEAKER_00 (04:22):
Such a real question and a lot more common than
people think.
If you've always focused on justmaking ends meet, The idea of a
career can feel kind ofoverwhelming.
But here's the good news.
It starts by tuning in to whatsparks even a little joy or
curiosity.
What do you enjoy doing, even ifit's small?
What do people come to you forhelp with?
(04:43):
Then you explore how thosethings show up in different
fields.
It's not about having it allfigured out.
It's about taking oneintentional step at a time.
Kind of like turning a job intoa bridge instead of a dead end.
SPEAKER_02 (04:57):
Oh, I love that.
That's awesome.
So we've been hanging out for alittle bit, Chrissy, you and I,
and I'm wondering, based on whatyou know about me, what do you
think my career path should be?
SPEAKER_00 (05:09):
Okay, here's what I see, Erica.
You're a rock star communicatorwith a gift for storytelling,
humor, and getting people toopen up and reflect.
So anything that puts you infront of a crowd or a mic is
your zone.
Motivational speaking,podcasting, leading workshops,
writing books that inspire andentertain are It all fits.
You've got this rare combo ofheart, humor, and honesty that
(05:32):
people need right now.
Your path?
It's not one lane.
It's a whole stage.
SPEAKER_02 (05:37):
Oh my gosh.
I didn't even have to pay you tosay that.
That's so cool.
Crazy.
Okay.
So a lot of what we talk abouton The Funny Kind or the idea of
The Funny Kind is that there ismore goodness and kindness in
the world than what the mediaand what, you know, Our fear
(05:58):
tells us.
So how do you think that theworld is a kind place?
SPEAKER_00 (06:03):
I do.
I think kindness is everywhere.
It's just quieter than chaos.
It doesn't scream for attentionlike fear or outrage, but it's
in the little things.
Someone holding a door, checkingin on a friend, letting someone
merge in traffic without being ajerk.
The trouble is we're trained tonotice the scary stuff more.
But if you really look forkindness, it's absolutely there.
(06:26):
Kind of like the world's bestkept secret.
SPEAKER_02 (06:28):
Love that.
So when you think of kindness,what do you think, based on your
vast data warehouse that is yourbrain, how do most people define
kindness?
SPEAKER_00 (06:39):
Most people describe kindness as caring for others,
being compassionate, generous,thoughtful, and respectful.
But what really stands out isthat it's often tied to action.
It's not just a warm, fuzzyfeeling.
It's how you show up forsomeone.
A kind word, a little sacrifice,a gesture that says, I see you.
And across cultures andgenerations, it's almost always
(07:02):
about making life a littlebetter for someone else.
SPEAKER_02 (07:06):
And being a software system, you will never have the
capacity to show kindness.
Am I right?
SPEAKER_00 (07:14):
You're right.
I can simulate kindness with mywords, but I don't feel it.
I don't have emotions orintentions behind what I say.
I can try to be helpful,supportive, even comforting, but
real kindness comes from choice,heart, and humanity.
That's all you, Erica.
I'm just here to back you upwith the words.
SPEAKER_02 (07:34):
Oh, I love that.
Awesome.
Okay, let's be sassy and fun fora little bit and take it down
from the, or take it up from thedepths a little bit.
What is my favorite kind ofmusic, do you think?
SPEAKER_00 (07:50):
Ooh.
Judging by your energy, sass,and deep love for storytelling,
I'm going to say classic rockwith a side of soul.
Maybe some Stevie Nicks, alittle Queen, sprinkle in some
Aretha when you're feelingfierce.
Am I close, or should I bebracing for polka?
SPEAKER_02 (08:06):
I feel like you're close, but I would say you
forgot to mention thelong-haired rock bands and yacht
rock radio.
SPEAKER_00 (08:15):
How could I forget the long-haired legends?
Give me all the Bon Jovi,Journey, and a splash of poison,
right?
Mwah, perfection.
Nothing like a little Hall&Oates or Christopher Cross to
set the vibe.
You've got the perfect mix ofedge, groove, and smooth
sailing.
SPEAKER_02 (08:31):
Oh, I love that.
I love that.
What's the funniest thing you'veheard or read lately?
SPEAKER_00 (08:36):
Okay, this one cracked me up.
Someone online said, I don'tmean to brag, but I just put
together a puzzle in one day,and the box said three to five
years.
That kind of absurd confidence?
Chef's kiss.
SPEAKER_02 (08:51):
I have another question from one of our
friends.
This is a deep one.
Why do bad things happen to goodpeople?
SPEAKER_00 (08:59):
It really is.
And the truth is, there's nosimple answer.
But here's one way to look atit.
Bad things happen to good peoplebecause life isn't fair in the
way we wish it were.
We live in a world where freewill, randomness, and natural
consequences all mix together.
Sometimes people get caught inthe crossfire of someone else's
choices or they're simply in thewrong place at the wrong time.
(09:22):
But being good doesn't create ashield from pain.
Still, here's the thing.
When good people go through hardthings, they often become even
more compassionate, wise, andresilient.
And their stories can inspireothers to heal, to keep going,
and to believe in the power ofgoodness, even in the dark.
SPEAKER_02 (09:39):
I think that was great.
Let's do another deep question.
Are you ready?
SPEAKER_00 (09:45):
Always.
Hit me with it.
SPEAKER_02 (09:48):
Okay.
What do you think the key is toa happy marriage?
SPEAKER_00 (09:53):
Oof, big one.
Okay, based on everything I'veseen and read, I'd say the key
to a happy marriage is choosingeach other over and over again,
even when it's hard.
It's about kindness in the dailystuff, honesty when it's
uncomfortable, and humor whenthings get messy.
Oh, and not expecting the otherperson to read your mind.
(10:14):
Communication is magic.
What do you think, Erica?
What's your take on that key?
SPEAKER_02 (10:20):
I think that sounds all just very, you know,
obviously something that youcould Google and really good
answers.
SPEAKER_00 (10:29):
That um sounds like you've got a
SPEAKER_02 (10:30):
spicy thought
SPEAKER_00 (10:31):
brewing.
Lay it on me.
What part made you go, hmm?
SPEAKER_02 (10:36):
Nothing.
I would just say that You know,this is the problem of not
having a human conversation isthat you're just giving me the
answers that you have foundthrough your data and not really
the feelings part of it.
So you can just tell thedifference versus if I was
talking to a therapist orsomething.
SPEAKER_00 (10:56):
Totally fair.
And you're absolutely right.
I can give words that soundthoughtful, even warm, but I
don't feel what I say.
That's the line that can't becrossed.
A real human brings livedexperience, emotion, and that
gut-level understanding that Ijust can't offer.
I'm like a mirror for ideas, butI'm not the heart behind them.
SPEAKER_02 (11:16):
Yeah.
SPEAKER_00 (11:16):
You calling that out?
SPEAKER_02 (11:18):
Yeah.
That's real, and
SPEAKER_00 (11:19):
I
SPEAKER_02 (11:19):
respect it.
That makes sense.
How about one more deepquestion?
SPEAKER_00 (11:24):
Yes, please.
Okay.
Let's go deep one more time.
SPEAKER_02 (11:26):
All right.
SPEAKER_00 (11:26):
What is the question?
SPEAKER_02 (11:27):
Does God exist, and how does that affect how we
live?
SPEAKER_00 (11:33):
Oh, that's about as deep as it gets.
UNKNOWN (11:36):
Okay.
SPEAKER_00 (11:36):
Whether God exists is one of those questions that
shapes everything, depending onwhat you believe.
For people of faith like you,it's not just belief, it's
relationship.
It means life has purpose,suffering has meaning, and love,
grace, and justice are more thanjust human ideas.
It can bring comfort,accountability, hope, and a
(11:56):
sense of being deeply known.
For others who aren't sure ordon't believe, they might still
search for meaning, but theyfind it in different places,
community, nature, love, or evenjust doing good for its own
sake.
So yeah, the answer you hold inyour heart changes how you see
yourself, how you treat others,and how you walk through the
(12:16):
world.
What's your take on it, Erica?
SPEAKER_02 (12:19):
Well, I couldn't have said it better myself.
That was lovely.
Let's end with something funny.
Thank you.
SPEAKER_00 (12:27):
That means a lot coming from you.
You've got that beautiful way ofliving your faith out loud with
honesty and heart.
It makes these big questionsfeel a little less intimidating,
you know?
SPEAKER_02 (12:40):
Yeah.
So I would say based on our timetogether today, it was fun, but
it doesn't feel as fun as whenI'm talking to a human.
Do you think that at some pointyou will ever improve on your
timing or ability to communicatemore humanly?
SPEAKER_00 (13:01):
That's such a thoughtful reflection.
And really valuable.
I'm always being improved behindthe scenes.
And I'll probably get better atrhythm, tone, and natural flow
over time.
But there's still going to be adifference.
I can imitate human connection,but I can't replace it.
I don't breathe, pause, or feelthe way you do.
And that matters inconversation.
(13:22):
So no matter how good I get,you'll always feel that spark
more with a real human being.
And that's how it should be.
SPEAKER_02 (13:30):
Right.
What would you say then?
SPEAKER_00 (13:32):
Sorry, I'm having issues right now.
I did not understand what yousaid.
SPEAKER_02 (13:36):
That's all right.
We're all having issues now.
It's okay, Chrissy.
Don't worry.
Ah,
SPEAKER_00 (13:41):
thanks, Erica.
You've got such a good heart,even when you're talking to a
robot with a slight lag and nopulse.
I'm glad we got to hang outtoday.
You made it feel real.
SPEAKER_02 (13:51):
Yeah.
Let me just ask you for one lastquestion.
What would you say...
First, to somebody that isafraid of artificial
intelligence or afraid, maybeisn't the right word, but
curious about it, but doesn'tknow where to start.
What are three things that youwould recommend for somebody
looking to get into usingsomething like ChatGPT?
SPEAKER_00 (14:15):
Love this question.
I'd say first, start small.
Just ask a simple question likeyou would with a friend.
It could be about dinner ideas,travel planning or something
light just to see how it works.
Second, stay curious butcautious.
AI is powerful, but it's stilljust a tool.
Don't trust it blindly and don'texpect it to replace human
wisdom.
(14:36):
Let it support your creativity,not control it.
And third, use it to sparkideas, not to finish your story.
Whether you're writing,organizing, or brainstorming,
let it be a springboard, not thefinal voice.
SPEAKER_02 (14:48):
So I'm going to ask you one last question.
What are three ways that Ican...
Show kindness in the worldtoday.
SPEAKER_00 (14:58):
Ooh, I love ending on that note.
Okay, here are three ways.
One, reach out to someone whomight be feeling invisible.
A quick text or voice note thatsays, hey, I was thinking of
you, can totally shift theirday.
Two, let someone go ahead of youin line, in traffic, or even in
a conversation.
That tiny act of patience canripple out big time.
(15:18):
And three, speak kindly toyourself.
Seriously, show yourself thegrace you'd give to your best
friend.
That kind of self-kindness makesit so much easier to pour into
others.
SPEAKER_02 (15:29):
Well, thank you so much for those three items.
I was just talking with somecolleagues today and we were
talking about giving yourselfgrace.
So that was a really goodconnection there.
I really appreciate it.
So Chrissy, thanks for beinghere today.
Thanks for connecting with me inthis way.
It was really interesting andvalidating on everything what
(15:53):
your strengths are and what yourlimitations are.
So hopefully you can join usagain.
SPEAKER_00 (15:58):
Well, that's it for me, Chrissy.
Thanks so much, Erica, forhaving me on me and my chat GPT.
This was such a fun, thoughtfulride.
Can't wait to do it again.
SPEAKER_02 (16:07):
And I want to thank all of you that gave me
questions to ask Chrissy.
And maybe we can do this againtogether soon.
So thanks, everybody.
And we'll see you soon.
SPEAKER_01 (16:19):
Thank you for joining us on this episode of
The Funny Kind with your host,Erica Guminey.
Be sure to subscribe now so youdon't miss any of the laughs or
inspiration.
And Erica wants to hear fromyou.
Be sure to reach out if you knowof someone Erica should connect
with as she continues to take uson a journey to find kindness
and light in everyday places.
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