Wednesday, July 19, 2017

Artificial Intelligence, Speech Habits, The Photo Ark,

Elon Musk, a man for whom I have enormous respect, is warning us all about the dangers of Artificial Intelligence saying it'sthe biggest risk we face as a civilization. Although novels, Isaac Asimov issued similar warnings with his stories. Look at 2001 with the AI there. Just because they are fiction does not mean it couldn't happen. Through AI people would lose jobs and in the end it would be the AIs which make critical decisions for the human race. If any were left that is. If Elon Musk thinks we are running into problems, the world should listen.

As I told you, last night we went for supper at the Red Lobster. One of the waitresses was chatting to a couple behind me and her conversation was littered with the word 'like" There are so many people who cannot talk without constantly using that word. For others it is the constant use of "you know". Why oh why doesn't someone tell them about what they are doing? It is dreadful to listen to, particularly when it happens on the media.

Creatures of the Photo Ark - photographer Joel Satore: this was a programme we watched on PBS on Tuesday night. Joel Sartore travels the world photographing rare animals which are on the brink of extinction and the collection is retained at his local zoo. This particular programme was a visit to Florida Keys and Madagascar. in Florida he particularly 'visited' the key deer which are a rare animal and only live in the Keys. 120 of them are killed on the roads every year. In Madagascar he photographed the most amazing chameleons some quite tiny and one as small as his thumbnail. Also lots of different lemurs.

It always annoys me when recipes call shrimp scampi. Scampi is a different type of shellfish albeit very similar but tasting different.

Grilled Shrimp Scampi

Best shrimp on the grill I have ever made! I served with lemon spaghetti and had grilled asparagus on the side. The intense garlic flavor really complimented the lemony flavor of the pasta

1/4 cup light olive oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
3 Tbs chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup minced garlic
ground black pepper
1/4 tsp  crushed red pepper flakes
1 1/2 lbs shrimp

1. In a medium, non-reactive bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, parsley, garlic, black pepper and crushed red pepper.

2. Set aside.

3. Thread thawed shrimp onto skewers and cover with marinade for 30 minutes.

4. Preheat grill for high heat.

5. Grill, brushing occasionally with extra marinade, for about 2 to 3 minutes on each side, or until done.

Servings: 4

Author: Chippie1
Source: Food



Have a great day

14 comments:

  1. I always thought 'scampi' referred to a prep with garlic sauce. So you could have lobster scampi too. I thought. AI scares me and I do think we should listen to Musk. Some crazy computer could eventually shut down the energy grid. As for not knowing how to speak, look at that idiot in the WH. Everything is 'sad' to him.

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    1. Nope, it's a different shellfish Denise, similar but not exactly the same. AI is scary and Musk is definitely right. But that is sad isn't it?

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    2. Looked it up.
      noun, plural scampi. Italian Cookery.
      1. a large shrimp or prawn.
      2. a dish of shrimp or prawns grilled or sautéed in oil or butter and garlic.

      Did not know that 'scampo' was Italian for shrimp or prawn. Then again, we were too poor to afford shrimp when I was growing up.

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    3. I have just sent you an email with a picture of scampi in their shells Denise. They are a flattish critter unlike shrimp. The taste is somewhat different too.

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  2. There are plenty of cautionary science fiction tales about what happens when we place AI in charge.

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    1. Trouble is some of 'em may be right Alex. Look how many predictions came true from Asimov and H.G. Wells.

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  3. Everyone uses 'like' now. I'm even guilty of it. And also 'you know'. As for AI, haven't we learned ANYTHING from the Terminator movies when the machines became self aware? That stuff really scares me.

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    1. Well it's like, you know, you shouldn't use them all the time JoJo. It may only be sci fi that AIs become self aware, but....

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  4. The word that I'm aware of is 'look'. The politicians on TV use it all the time.

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    1. Haven't noticed that one, but I will be looking out for it now Sandra.

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  5. I hate it when people add extra syllables to words. 'Like' annoys me too. Elon Musk also said there's a 99% chance we are living in a simulated universe.

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    1. Me too Pinky. Yeah, well 99% doesn't mean much does it?

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  6. I am nervous about A.I as well and he brings up good points. I feel so sorry for the deer and they should think of placing overpasses for the deer. This dish looks simple but really good

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    1. I think so too Birgit. Trouble is you can't always persuade the deer too use overpasses Birgit and these Key Deer are only in Florida. It is certainly simple.

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