Considering AI training on Reddit content, isn’t it probable that at some point, someone has already been “shittymorph”ed?

Exploring AI’s Exposure to Reddit Culture: Have Models Encountered “Shittymorph” Phenomena?

In the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence, models are increasingly trained on diverse online data sources, including popular platforms like Reddit. This raises an intriguing question: have these AI systems, through their training, encountered phenomena such as “Shittymorph,” a tongue-in-cheek meme originating from Reddit communities?

Recently, I was prompted to consider whether an AI model—specifically Gemini—would recognize and respond appropriately to prompts requesting it to emulate the “Shittymorph” style of commenting. To my curiosity’s delight, the response was both accurate and consistent with the cultural tone of the meme.

This experience leads to a broader inquiry: To what extent do AI language models comprehend and reflect the niche and obscure layers of Reddit’s vast and varied lore? Understanding the depth of their knowledge could provide insight into how well these models grasp internet subcultures and humor.

If you’re interested in exploring this topic further, consider delving into other lesser-known Reddit phenomena and analyzing how AI models interpret or replicate them. Such investigations can shed light on the richness of AI’s cultural awareness and its limitations.

Do you have thoughts or ideas on how we might better assess the scope of AI understanding regarding internet subcultures? Share your insights below!