Given that AI models are trained on Reddit data, do you think someone, somewhere, has already been “shittymorph’ed” by now?

Exploring the Impact of Reddit Data on AI Language Models: Has “Shittymorph” Made Its Mark?

As AI models continue to evolve, many of them are trained on vast datasets sourced from popular online platforms, including Reddit. This raises an intriguing question: Has the phenomenon known as “Shittymorph”—a notorious internet meme or style—eventually found its way into AI training data, leading to models that can produce responses in that specific tone?

Motivated by curiosity, I decided to test this hypothesis. Using Google’s Gemini AI, I prompted it to respond in the style of “Shittymorph,” a meme characterized by its distinct, often humorous or irreverent language. The results? Predictably entertaining and insightful, confirming that the model is aware—or at least capable of mimicking—the style.

This exploration opens up broader questions about the depth of AI models’ knowledge of internet culture, especially niche or obscure Reddit lore. Could further probing into less mainstream Reddit communities reveal more about what these models have learned? How extensive is their grasp of internet slang, memes, and subcultural knowledge?

Engaging with these questions not only sheds light on the capabilities of current AI systems but also highlights the importance of understanding the datasets shaping their intelligence. As models continue to learn from online communities, staying aware of what they can—and cannot—comprehend becomes crucial for developers and users alike.

Do you have ideas on how to explore this further? Perhaps examining other obscure Reddit phenomena or meme styles could provide additional insights into the boundaries of AI understanding.