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Sleepy Computer

Sleepy Computer

By SleepyComputer

Sleepy Computer is a podcast where the computer writes jokes for our brain (with music). We use AI on artificial computers that give "brain stories", and we read out the random stories while the music plays - using the same algorithm that's writing this paragraph.

We call it "Sleepy Computer" because the random computer-made jokes are similar to the ones that humans make when we're dreaming. Each episode, it will randomly generate a new story.
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Sleepy ComputerFeb 01, 2020

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Bees and Lollipop Men

Bees and Lollipop Men

The return of John the police detective, this time plying his trade in the UK. A lollipop man (or crossing guard for the uninitiated) could be a suspect, but his miniscule body part throws doubt on the whole case. 

Tweet us your plot point ideas at https://twitter.com/sleepy_computer or subscribe at https://sleepy.computer/ 

Sleepy Computer is a podcast where the computer writes jokes for our brain. We use AI on artificial computers that give "brain stories", and we read out the  random stories while  the music plays - using the same algorithm that's writing this paragraph. In today’s episode the music was written by Blue Dot Sessions. We call it "Sleepy Computer" because the  random computer-made  jokes are similar to the ones that humans  make when we're dreaming. Each episode, it will  randomly generate  a  new story. We're told  by the computer what to say next, and although we do not dictate the topic or the  meaning of the story, we'll selectively delete bad ideas or  sentences if we think  they're not funny anymore or they take us too far from the original  story. The stories are about 90% generated by the computer itself, and  our 10% input is mainly grammar.

Why not subscribe to Sleepy Computer  via  your favourite podcast software for automatic  delivery? Just click "subscribe" and tell your friend who you like that they want this too. This helps improve their opinion of you : your friend quality is greatly increased. You can find us by visiting our website: sleepy.computer, or searching for 'sleepy computer' wherever you get your podcasts.

Mar 20, 202229:40
The British Baking Homicides

The British Baking Homicides

It's a new series, and time for a new story - a tale of meringue, subsidised primary school milk, and Len Goodman.

Tweet us your plot point ideas at https://twitter.com/sleepy_computer or subscribe at https://sleepy.computer/ 

Sleepy Computer is a podcast where the computer writes jokes for our brain. We use AI on artificial computers that give "brain stories", and we read out the  random stories while  the music plays - using the same algorithm that's writing this paragraph. In today’s episode the music was written by Blue Dot Sessions. We call it "Sleepy Computer" because the  random computer-made  jokes are similar to the ones that humans  make when we're dreaming. Each episode, it will  randomly generate  a  new story. We're told  by the computer what to say next, and although we do not dictate the topic or the  meaning of the story, we'll selectively delete bad ideas or  sentences if we think  they're not funny anymore or they take us too far from the original  story. The stories are about 90% generated by the computer itself, and  our 10% input is mainly grammar.

Why not subscribe to Sleepy Computer  via  your favourite podcast software for automatic  delivery? Just click "subscribe" and tell your friend who you like that they want this too. This helps improve their opinion of you : your friend quality is greatly increased. You can find us by visiting our website: sleepy.computer, or searching for 'sleepy computer' wherever you get your podcasts.

Nov 16, 202041:07
Widget Frenzy

Widget Frenzy

[more NSFW than usual, bad language, sexual themes] Finally we're tackling the laugh-a-minute world of weird business books with a fictional background plot. Can John deliver more widgets more quickly? Will he ever leave his absolutely obnoxious family that are definitely holding him back? What does a French Horn sound like anyway? If you enjoyed this episode you should sent it to the most businessy person you know; similarly if you've received a link to this episode it's because the person who sent it to you greatly values your business acumen. 

Tweet us your plot point ideas at https://twitter.com/sleepy_computer or subscribe at https://sleepy.computer/ 

Sleepy Computer is a podcast where the computer writes jokes for our brain. We use AI on artificial computers that give "brain stories", and we read out the  random stories while  the music plays - using the same algorithm that's writing this paragraph. In today’s episode the music was written by Blue Dot Sessions. We call it "Sleepy Computer" because the  random computer-made  jokes are similar to the ones that humans  make when we're dreaming. Each episode, it will  randomly generate  a  new story. We're told  by the computer what to say next, and although we do not dictate the topic or the  meaning of the story, we'll selectively delete bad ideas or  sentences if we think  they're not funny anymore or they take us too far from the original  story. The stories are about 90% generated by the computer itself, and  our 10% input is mainly grammar.

Why not subscribe to Sleepy Computer  via  your favourite podcast software for automatic  delivery? Just click "subscribe" and tell your friend who you like that they want this too. This helps improve their opinion of you : your friend quality is greatly increased. You can find us by visiting our website: sleepy.computer, or searching for 'sleepy computer' wherever you get your podcasts.

Jul 26, 202044:57
The Justice Tombola

The Justice Tombola

We're excited to get our hands on a new version of the AI, and we're using it to great effect this week in creating a new murder mystery story. Can a famous detective get to the bottom of things? Can a guest resist eating everyone? Will we get to chant Chase the Sun? These are all valid questions.

Tweet us your plot point ideas at https://twitter.com/sleepy_computer or subscribe at https://sleepy.computer/ 

Sleepy Computer is a podcast where the computer writes jokes for our brain. We use AI on artificial computers that give "brain stories", and we read out the  random stories while  the music plays - using the same algorithm that's writing this paragraph. In today’s episode the music was written by Blue Dot Sessions. We call it "Sleepy Computer" because the  random computer-made  jokes are similar to the ones that humans  make when we're dreaming. Each episode, it will  randomly generate  a  new story. We're told  by the computer what to say next, and although we do not dictate the topic or the  meaning of the story, we'll selectively delete bad ideas or  sentences if we think  they're not funny anymore or they take us too far from the original  story. The stories are about 90% generated by the computer itself, and  our 10% input is mainly grammar.

Why not subscribe to Sleepy Computer  via  your favourite podcast software for automatic  delivery? Just click "subscribe" and tell your friend who you like that they want this too. This helps improve their opinion of you : your friend quality is greatly increased. You can find us by visiting our website: sleepy.computer, or searching for 'sleepy computer' wherever you get your podcasts.

Jul 20, 202054:27
People only ever send me chocolate

People only ever send me chocolate

We revisit the genre that started it all - a police procedural - and this time there's a smattering of underwear in a window, a completely unresolved romantic subplot, and an immersive cinema experience.

Tweet us your plot point ideas at https://twitter.com/sleepy_computer or subscribe at https://sleepy.computer/ 

Sleepy Computer is a podcast where the computer writes jokes for our brain. We use AI on artificial computers that give "brain stories", and we read out the  random stories while  the music plays - using the same algorithm that's writing this paragraph. In today’s episode the music was written by Blue Dot Sessions. We call it "Sleepy Computer" because the  random computer-made  jokes are similar to the ones that humans  make when we're dreaming. Each episode, it will  randomly generate  a  new story. We're told  by the computer what to say next, and although we do not dictate the topic or the  meaning of the story, we'll selectively delete bad ideas or  sentences if we think  they're not funny anymore or they take us too far from the original  story. The stories are about 90% generated by the computer itself, and  our 10% input is mainly grammar.

Why not subscribe to Sleepy Computer  via  your favourite podcast software for automatic  delivery? Just click "subscribe" and tell your friend who you like that they want this too. This helps improve their opinion of you : your friend quality is greatly increased. You can find us by visiting our website: sleepy.computer, or searching for 'sleepy computer' wherever you get your podcasts.

Jul 08, 202057:54
Humpback Jack and the Story of Who He Is

Humpback Jack and the Story of Who He Is

We're joined by @ceeraanoo for a child's fantasy tale - although it's not necessarily suitable for children - in which the Scottish have their own variant of football, a voluptuous sea creature gets his way, and almost the entire episode is about fish again.

Tweet us your plot point ideas at https://twitter.com/sleepy_computer or subscribe at https://sleepy.computer/ 

Sleepy Computer is a podcast where the computer writes jokes for our brain. We use AI on artificial computers that give "brain stories", and we read out the  random stories while  the music plays - using the same algorithm that's writing this paragraph. In today’s episode the music was written by Blue Dot Sessions. We call it "Sleepy Computer" because the  random computer-made  jokes are similar to the ones that humans  make when we're dreaming. Each episode, it will  randomly generate  a  new story. We're told  by the computer what to say next, and although we do not dictate the topic or the  meaning of the story, we'll selectively delete bad ideas or  sentences if we think  they're not funny anymore or they take us too far from the original  story. The stories are about 90% generated by the computer itself, and  our 10% input is mainly grammar.

Why not subscribe to Sleepy Computer  via  your favourite podcast software for automatic  delivery? Just click "subscribe" and tell your friend who you like that they want this too. This helps improve their opinion of you : your friend quality is greatly increased. You can find us by visiting our website: sleepy.computer, or searching for 'sleepy computer' wherever you get your podcasts.

May 23, 202047:41
Daily Mail Headlines pt 2 (Harry Potter and the Enchanted Roulade)

Daily Mail Headlines pt 2 (Harry Potter and the Enchanted Roulade)

We've generated some more Daily Mail headlines using AI. There's a fair bit of discussion about Mary Berry's social life, weight loss advice, and a beautiful portrait of The Queen.

Tweet us your plot point ideas at https://twitter.com/sleepy_computer or subscribe at https://sleepy.computer/ 

Sleepy Computer is a podcast where the computer writes jokes for our brain. We use AI on artificial computers that give "brain stories", and we read out the  random stories while  the music plays - using the same algorithm that's writing this paragraph. In today’s episode the music was written by Blue Dot Sessions. We call it "Sleepy Computer" because the  random computer-made  jokes are similar to the ones that humans  make when we're dreaming. Each episode, it will  randomly generate  a  new story. We're told  by the computer what to say next, and although we do not dictate the topic or the  meaning of the story, we'll selectively delete bad ideas or  sentences if we think  they're not funny anymore or they take us too far from the original  story. The stories are about 90% generated by the computer itself, and  our 10% input is mainly grammar.

Why not subscribe to Sleepy Computer  via  your favourite podcast software for automatic  delivery? Just click "subscribe" and tell your friend who you like that they want this too. This helps improve their opinion of you : your friend quality is greatly increased. You can find us by visiting our website: sleepy.computer, or searching for 'sleepy computer' wherever you get your podcasts.

Mar 10, 202022:42
Daily Mail Headlines pt 1 (A bunghole figure)

Daily Mail Headlines pt 1 (A bunghole figure)

We've generated some Daily Mail headlines using AI, and the coverage is mainly centered on the royals (who knew?). We're celebrating the birthday of a puffin, being stalked by the Queen, and eating our own foot in our coverage of today's headlines.

Tweet us your plot point ideas at https://twitter.com/sleepy_computer or subscribe at https://sleepy.computer/ 

Sleepy Computer is a podcast where the computer writes jokes for our brain. We use AI on artificial computers that give "brain stories", and we read out the  random stories while  the music plays - using the same algorithm that's writing this paragraph. In today’s episode the music was written by Blue Dot Sessions. We call it "Sleepy Computer" because the  random computer-made  jokes are similar to the ones that humans  make when we're dreaming. Each episode, it will  randomly generate  a  new story. We're told  by the computer what to say next, and although we do not dictate the topic or the  meaning of the story, we'll selectively delete bad ideas or  sentences if we think  they're not funny anymore or they take us too far from the original  story. The stories are about 90% generated by the computer itself, and  our 10% input is mainly grammar.

Why not subscribe to Sleepy Computer  via  your favourite podcast software for automatic  delivery? Just click "subscribe" and tell your friend who you like that they want this too. This helps improve their opinion of you : your friend quality is greatly increased. You can find us by visiting our website: sleepy.computer, or searching for 'sleepy computer' wherever you get your podcasts.

Feb 29, 202018:47
The Legs of a Hypothetical Chimp (table read)

The Legs of a Hypothetical Chimp (table read)

(This is a special; a table read with 8+ parts) A sci fi battle tale, in which Earth requires defending by a crack team, and the concept of food-based harmony across the galaxy is fleetingly visible. 

Tweet us your plot point ideas at https://twitter.com/sleepy_computer or subscribe at https://sleepy.computer/ 

Sleepy Computer is a podcast where the computer writes jokes for our brain. We use AI on artificial computers that give "brain stories", and we read out the  random stories while  the music plays - using the same algorithm that's writing this paragraph. In today’s episode the music was written by Blue Dot Sessions. We call it "Sleepy Computer" because the  random computer-made  jokes are similar to the ones that humans  make when we're dreaming. Each episode, it will  randomly generate  a  new story. We're told  by the computer what to say next, and although we do not dictate the topic or the  meaning of the story, we'll selectively delete bad ideas or  sentences if we think  they're not funny anymore or they take us too far from the original  story. The stories are about 90% generated by the computer itself, and  our 10% input is mainly grammar.

Why not subscribe to Sleepy Computer  via  your favourite podcast software for automatic  delivery? Just click "subscribe" and tell your friend who you like that they want this too. This helps improve their opinion of you : your friend quality is greatly increased. You can find us by visiting our website: sleepy.computer, or searching for 'sleepy computer' wherever you get your podcasts.

Feb 01, 202038:02
The IKEA Boy with the Silver Smile

The IKEA Boy with the Silver Smile

A story of subterfuge and theft, in which transportation grinds to a halt, and someone called Mickey wears a hat with his name on it. 

Tweet us your plot point ideas at https://twitter.com/sleepy_computer or subscribe at https://sleepy.computer/ 

Sleepy Computer is a podcast where the computer writes jokes for our brain. We use AI on artificial computers that give "brain stories", and we read out the  random stories while  the music plays - using the same algorithm that's writing this paragraph. In today’s episode the music was written by Blue Dot Sessions. We call it "Sleepy Computer" because the  random computer-made  jokes are similar to the ones that humans  make when we're dreaming. Each episode, it will  randomly generate  a  new story. We're told  by the computer what to say next, and although we do not dictate the topic or the  meaning of the story, we'll selectively delete bad ideas or  sentences if we think  they're not funny anymore or they take us too far from the original  story. The stories are about 90% generated by the computer itself, and  our 10% input is mainly grammar.

Why not subscribe to Sleepy Computer  via  your favourite podcast software for automatic  delivery? Just click "subscribe" and tell your friend who you like that they want this too. This helps improve their opinion of you : your friend quality is greatly increased. You can find us by visiting our website: sleepy.computer, or searching for 'sleepy computer' wherever you get your podcasts.

Jan 10, 202032:59
Encrusted Phone Lines

Encrusted Phone Lines

A story of mild suspense and invoicing, in which an old lady smells pretty bad, a luxury car is purchased in an impractical finish, and entire buckets of over-the-counter drugs are required to gain access to a room.

Tweet us your plot point ideas at https://twitter.com/sleepy_computer or subscribe at https://sleepy.computer/ 

Sleepy Computer is a podcast where the computer writes jokes for our brain. We use AI on artificial computers that give "brain stories", and we read out the  random stories while  the music plays - using the same algorithm that's writing this paragraph. In today’s episode the music was written by Blue Dot Sessions. We call it "Sleepy Computer" because the  random computer-made  jokes are similar to the ones that humans  make when we're dreaming. Each episode, it will  randomly generate  a  new story. We're told  by the computer what to say next, and although we do not dictate the topic or the  meaning of the story, we'll selectively delete bad ideas or  sentences if we think  they're not funny anymore or they take us too far from the original  story. The stories are about 90% generated by the computer itself, and  our 10% input is mainly grammar.

Why not subscribe to Sleepy Computer  via  your favourite podcast software for automatic  delivery? Just click "subscribe" and tell your friend who you like that they want this too. This helps improve their opinion of you : your friend quality is greatly increased. You can find us by visiting our website: sleepy.computer, or searching for 'sleepy computer' wherever you get your podcasts.

Dec 07, 201938:43
Wayne Wayne

Wayne Wayne

A story of crime (the wrong sort of crime) and an inefficient public transit system. Will John track down his nemesis? Will he patch it up with his wife? Will he remember to top-up before using the PIccolo Line? 

Tweet us your plot point ideas at https://twitter.com/sleepy_computer or subscribe at https://sleepy.computer/ 

Sleepy Computer is a podcast where the computer writes jokes for our brain. We use AI on artificial computers that give "brain stories", and we read out the  random stories while  the music plays - using the same algorithm that's writing this paragraph. In today’s episode the music was written by Blue Dot Sessions. We call it "Sleepy Computer" because the  random computer-made  jokes are similar to the ones that humans  make when we're dreaming. Each episode, it will  randomly generate  a  new story. We're told  by the computer what to say next, and although we do not dictate the topic or the  meaning of the story, we'll selectively delete bad ideas or  sentences if we think  they're not funny anymore or they take us too far from the original  story. The stories are about 90% generated by the computer itself, and  our 10% input is mainly grammar.

Why not subscribe to Sleepy Computer  via  your favourite podcast software for automatic  delivery? Just click "subscribe" and tell your friend who you like that they want this too. This helps improve their opinion of you : your friend quality is greatly increased. You can find us by visiting our website: sleepy.computer, or searching for 'sleepy computer' wherever you get your podcasts.

Nov 25, 201941:26