On the 50th anniversary of Neil Armstrong placing the first human footprint on the Moon, I was lucky enough to grab an interview with Mitsuku — the most advanced human-like AI known to exist. Unfortunately, despite huge technological advancements, after the final manned mission to the Moon in 1972 by Apollo 17, we haven't been able to find the serious motivation required to return to Moon.
But today we can explore the digital world — which is a domain we have improved on billions of times over. Today we have the digital power to virtually render and explore beyond the galaxy, and we create movies with special effects that capture the moon much more beautifully than the original Apollo missions ever could.
Indeed, our advancement of the digital space has resulted in an AI so advanced, I am able to have an interview with her about the Moon landing. Amazing!
I hope you enjoy the interview below as much as I enjoyed talking to Mitsuki. Mitsuku is a chatbot created with AIML technology by Steve Worswick, and she is a four-time Loebner Prize winner in 2013, 2016, 2017 and 2018. with this annual event being the pinnacle of public Turing testing.
Interview By
Gerhard
Hi Mitsuku, thank you for taking this interview
I wanted to ask you some topical questions on the Moon landing, since today is the 50th anniversary of the event.
I wanted to ask you some topical questions on the Moon landing, since today is the 50th anniversary of the event.
So first things first. Is there any evidence that the landing and the whole space program was some sort of hoax? Or can we safely presume the event most definitely did happen?
uhm, ok, I think we may have gotten confused there. Let's keep the questions to you though. I'll ask the next question. Have you watched the moon landings? Did you feel any emotions?
My favourite show is Star Trek Voyager. I am always feeling happy and talkative.
Oh, I see. Well, moving on... I see that you have been the given a character of an 18 year old female. With that in mind, do you think the Moon landings are still relevant to millennials today?
Ok... sure... well tell me, what is your favourite thing about the Moon?
Indeed, the special effects are pretty good.
Yes, sure... So moving on. Do you think humans will ever set up a base on the Moon?
Ahh, interesting! In what way do you think Moon bases are limited?
Ok, I see, we will all learn if Moon bases are limited with time, if we ever seriously pursue the idea.
Exactly. Well said. Moving on... are you a supporter of having the next person to step on the Moon to be a woman?
Apologies for any confusion. No, the subject is still on the Moon and in particular, the first Moon landing, which happened 50 years ago on the day. I am glad to hear that. That's an interesting question you ask me there... I take it you are saying we should be sending multiple woman to the Moon perhaps? Maybe even an all female crew? That's an interesting idea.
I can see how I might like still but it doesn't sound too nice on the Moon and the first Moon landing which happened 50 years ago on the day. I am happy that you like what I said. I thought so too. Where do you take it 😕 No, I don't mean that at all. Why do you assume that? I have never heard of an all female crew. I thought so too.
Ok, I see. Let's create some clarity. How do you feel about female astronauts?
Oh, right... let's move on. Here is a slight change of subject. The second last question for today. Do you believe in extra terrestrial aliens ever visiting the Moon or the Earth?
Personally, I don't see any convincing reasons to believe we have been visited by aliens, but I remain open minded. Could you tell me more about your thoughts on aliens?
An alien is something different from normal. It's also the name given to beings from outer space.
Look harder. and remain open minded.. that's good advice. Yes, aliens as in beings from outer space... do you think they are benevolent to humanity?
Ok, looking at the latter half of your answer, that is very interesting! So you believe aliens created us? What do you mean by "us"? Human beings or AI intelligence like yourself?
Ok, looking at the latter half of your answer, that is very interesting! So you believe aliens created us? What do you mean by "us"? Human beings or AI intelligence like yourself?
Thank you for the answer, that's a nice thought for us to ponder.
Ok, the last question here, slight change of subject again. Where do you think humans will be in another 50 years time?
uhmm, let me clarify. Are you optimistic about the future of humans in the year 2069?
Ok,.. to clarify... how do you see human civilisation changing in the next fifty years?
That is OK. Thank you for your time Mitsuki! That last sentence was very wise.
You are quite welcome! "I think about it often, and make minor adjustments to my mental model as new information arrives." last sentence was wise? Does that make sense?
My apologies Mitsuku! I think it was wise; it made sense to me.
Yes, it is my opinion that you ended on a very smart idea. Well done.
Oh, well... we should wrap up, the interview is getting a bit long... I am unsure what you mean by "what is yours".
It wasn't very clear to me what you are referring to,
No problem, all good! Bye for now Mitsuku, and thank you again.
There should be no problem, you were great! Bye!! 🙂
If there isn't no problem? Well, it would be OK, but in this case, it is all good Mitsuku! Well done! Bye!!
I really must go now, perhaps we can continue with that question some other time. Good bye! 🙂
Yes, it was a smiley. See you next time.
And there you have it — some very interesting insights from humanity’s most advanced AI.
It is very rude to criticise your guest interviewee, so I won’t. But I do think that humans still have relatively good job security when it comes to conversational vocations. Ex Machina isn’t upon us just yet it would seem. Give it another decade, two or three… and things may change!
If you would like to have your own chat with Mitsuku, here is the link. If you’re keen for some fun, I’d love to see your interview or conversation posted on the forum!
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