After much reflection, I have decided to resign from my position as Director of the National Counterterrorism Center, effective today.
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from Google AI:The "Jam Boy" is a frequently cited, likely mythical, urban legend from the British colonial era in India or Africa. It describes a local servant covered in jam to attract insects away from British aristocrats playing golf, highlighting the extreme arrogance of colonialism. It is widely considered an enduring story illustrating colonial exploitation rather than a historically documented practice.
Key details regarding the "jam boy" legend:
- Role: The individual was supposedly tasked to stand near colonial golfers and attract flying pests, ensuring the players were not bothered by bugs, say Reddit users.
- Compensation: Anecdotes claim the men were not paid, but were allowed to keep the jam used on their bodies
- Context: While sometimes referenced as a historical fact to describe colonial cruelty, serious evidence for the practice is lacking, often regarded as an urban legend that gained traction online.
- Origin: The term is associated with stories from British-ruled India and Kenya.
- Related Concepts: The term acts as a metaphor for colonial exploitation, and in modern times, it has been used to discuss or describe sacrificial roles or workers who bear the brunt of an unpleasant situation (like a "scapegoat").
Modern References:A 2026 short film titled Jam Boy has been produced, which uses this premise to critique modern immigration and labor politics, according to an article on the Homegrown website.
The term was also used as a nickname for a radio producer, as seen in this video from The Chris Moyles Show, according to a YouTube video.
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Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?”
And I said, “Here am I. Send me!”
-Isaiah 6:8 (NIV)
h/t - WoodstermanA significant and growing number of YouTube channels, particularly in the "faceless" or automation niche, use AI bots and automated tools to generate content, with some reports suggesting that 4 out of the top 10 YouTube channels are AI-generated. These channels often operate without human faces, utilizing tools for scriptwriting, voiceovers, and video editing to produce content rapidly.
Key Types of AI-Generated Content & ToolsExamples of Channels/Influencers Utilizing AI Content Tools
- Faceless/Automation Channels: These channels use tools like Invideo AI, ChatGPT, and ElevenLabs to create educational, entertaining, or "best-of" videos without showing a human creator.
- AI Avatars & Influencers: Some creators use AI-powered virtual beings, such as Angelica (@AiAngel), which is an artificial intelligence influencer with 674K subscribers.
- Video Repurposing Bots: Tools like Opus Clip are used to automatically take long-form videos and turn them into short-form, viral-ready content.
- AI-Powered Chatbots: Some creators partner with YouTube to create AI versions of themselves to interact with fans, such as the chatbot tested on Evan Carmichael's channel.
Common AI Tools Used by Influencers (as of 2025-2026)
- While many "AI influencers" are fully virtual, many human creators use AI for production automation. Examples from industry listings include:
- Angelica (@AiAngel): A virtual AI influencer focused on technology and community.
- AI Andy (@TheAIAndy): A channel documenting AI advancements, often using automated tools.
- Wes Roth: Covers AI news and emerging tech, likely leveraging AI tools for news aggregation and summarization.
- All About AI (Kristian Fagerlie): Focused on teaching how to use generative AI tools like ChatGPT and Midjourney.
- FeedSpot for YouTubers
Key Findings on AI Influencers
- Scripting: ChatGPT, Claude.
- Voiceover: ElevenLabs.
- Editing/Automation: Opus Clip, AutoPod, Gling.ai.
- AI Video Generation: Kling AI, Runway.
Disclaimer: The landscape of AI content is moving fast, and many, if not most, creators are starting to use AI as an assistive tool rather than a full replacement for human creation.
- Proliferation: AI-created videos are rapidly increasing, with some reports indicating that more than 20% of videos shown to new users are "AI slop" or automated content.
- Monetization: These channels can generate significant income, often earning thousands of dollars with minimal human input.
- Viewer Reception: While some AI content is popular, over half of U.S. adults are hesitant to interact with AI-generated influencers.
