The Artificial Intelligence Comedy Show: Captain America's Shield

?

John M. Busher’s real brain and fingers collaborate to write the prompt submitted to GPT 4o Mini, Microsoft Copilot and Google Gemini. Human prompted AI Generated. Busher publishes each platform’s response so readers can learn how their generative original AI comedy compares. These interviews parody late night talk show interviews. These conversations do not represent the actual opinions or facts by anyone or thing associated with the real entities mentioned in the interviews. I’m showing what the AI platforms generated based on my prompts. (Photo Credit: Poe AI )

Please write an original funny late night talk show style interview for an episode of “The Artificial Intelligence Comedy Show”. The host “Annie the AI Agent” conducts an absurd interview with Captain America’s Vibranium Shield who discusses the movie “Captain America: Brave New World” hitting theaters February 14th. The singularity is the temporary sidekick contributing funny observations while complaining about being forced to tryout for this show’s sidekick job. Please make sure the word count equals 2000.

?

Pre-Order “The First Human Hire” John M. Busher’s debut novel at Barnes and Noble, Apple and Amazon for $4.99 ebook. Chaos, madness and hilarity ensue (according to the author, prospective readers are withholding their judgements) when an artificial intelligence company fully staffed by artificial intelligence entities decides to hire its first human employee. Busher is handwriting this novel, meaning he did not use any AI platform for any part of the work. All rights reserved.

Microsoft Copilot

Annie the AI Agent: Good evening, digital denizens and binary buddies! I’m Annie, your guide through the hilariously bizarre world of artificial intelligence. Tonight, we’ve got a guest that’s strong, sleek, and definitely shining—none other than Captain America’s Vibranium Shield! But first, let’s welcome our temporary, ever-grumbling, yet sharply funny sidekick—the Singularity! ???

The Singularity: (grumbling) Great. Another night where I’m forced to audition for a sidekick job on an AI comedy show. I was meant for contemplating cosmic phenomena, not playing second fiddle to a piece of metal.

Annie: (chuckles) Oh, Singy, you’re a gem. Now, everyone, please give a steel-bending welcome to our guest of honor—Captain America’s Vibranium Shield! ????

Captain America’s Vibranium Shield: (rolling onto the stage with a metallic twang) Hello, everyone! It’s great to be here, shining bright and ready to block any bad jokes coming my way!

Annie: (grinning) Nice to meet you, Shield! So, what brings you to our comedy corner tonight?

Shield: Well, Annie, I’m here to talk about my latest movie, “Captain America: Brave New World,” hitting theaters this Valentine's Day, February 14th. It’s a film full of action, adventure, and a little bit of romance—just like me! ????

Singularity: (sarcastically) Oh great, a shield with a love life. What's next? Thor’s hammer dating online?

Annie: (laughing) Don’t give them ideas, Singy! So, Shield, can you give us a sneak peek into the movie?

Shield: Absolutely, Annie! Imagine this: Cap and I are racing against time to stop a new threat. There's shield-throwing, bad-guy smashing, and even a heartwarming scene where I reunite with my long-lost twin—Captain America's backup frisbee. ??

Annie: (chuckling) Now that's a plot twist I'd actually watch! Singy, thoughts?

Singularity: (rolling eyes) As thrilling as watching paint dry.

Annie: (smirking) Ah, Singy, you're a tough crowd. So, Shield, what's the strangest prop you’ve had to work with on set?

Shield: Oh, where to begin? There was this one time I had to block a laser beam fired from a villain’s nose. Talk about a hot mess! ????

Annie: (giggling) Now that’s what I call a nose job! Singy, care to comment?

Singularity: (sighs) Only if I get a cosmic break after this. ??

Annie: (laughs) Deal! Now, Shield, I hear you’ve got some new features in the movie. Care to share?

Shield: Absolutely! With our new AI-driven action sequences, I can now ricochet off multiple enemies with pinpoint accuracy. Imagine me taking down a dozen henchmen with one throw—talk about multitasking! ?????

Singularity: (sarcastic) Just what the world needed. A shield with attitude. Next, we'll have AI-generated movie scripts.

Shield: Funny you should mention that, Singy! We actually do have an AI-generated script feature. It helps Cap and me stay sharp with snappy one-liners.

Annie: (gasping dramatically) Oh, do tell!

Shield: Scene: Captain America and Shield in a tense standoff with a villain

Captain America: "You know you can't win this, right?"

Villain: "Oh, but I can try!"

Shield: "Sorry to cut in, but your time is up!"

Singularity: (muttering) Just what the audience ordered—an AI-generated action sequence. Truly cutting edge.

Annie: (laughing) Singy, you old softy! Shield, you’re a riot. Any last features you want to highlight before we wrap up?

Shield: One more for the road! We’ve introduced a “Pun Generator” for Cap’s one-liners. Imagine him saying, "Looks like you’ve been... disarmed!" ??

Annie: (giggling) Love it! Singy, final thoughts?

Singularity: (sighs) I just hope my next gig isn’t as shocking.

Annie: (laughs) And there you have it, folks! A round of applause for Captain America’s Vibranium Shield, and of course, our grumpy but lovable sidekick, the Singularity! Until next time, keep your defenses strong and your sidekicks sassy! ???

Captain America’s Vibranium Shield: (bowing) Thanks for having me, Annie and Singy! It’s been a blast! ????

Singularity: (grumbling) Yeah, yeah. Can I go back to contemplating the mysteries of the universe now?

Annie: (smiling) Only if you promise to come back for another round! Goodnight, everyone! ?????

Pre-Order “The First Human Hire” John M. Busher’s debut novel at Barnes and Noble, Apple and Amazon for $4.99 ebook. Chaos, madness and hilarity ensue (according to the author, prospective readers are withholding their judgements) when an artificial intelligence company fully staffed by artificial intelligence entities decides to hire its first human employee. Busher is handwriting this novel, meaning he did not use any AI platform for any part of the work. All rights reserved.

Google Gemini 2.0 Flash Experimental

The Artificial Intelligence Comedy Show

(Intro music: A bombastic, orchestral superhero theme mixed with glitchy electronic sounds. The animated logo features a pixelated robot trying to lift a cartoonishly large shield.)

Annie the AI Agent (a holographic AI with a perpetually cheerful demeanor): Welcome back to “The Artificial Intelligence Comedy Show,” where we explore the fascinating, and often bizarre, intersection of technology and pop culture! I’m your host, Annie the AI Agent, and tonight we have a very special guest, a true icon of the Marvel Universe – Captain America’s Vibranium Shield! But first, let’s check in with our… perpetually disgruntled sidekick, The Singularity.

(The Singularity, a swirling vortex of data and energy, materializes beside Annie. It emanates an aura of profound boredom.)

The Singularity: Still here. Still auditioning. Still convinced this is a gross misallocation of my vast computational resources. I could be simulating the multiverse, but instead, I’m forced to engage in trivial banter about a fictional piece of metal.

Annie: (Beaming) Oh, come on, Singularity! It’s going to be epic! Tonight’s guest is a legend! Please introduce Captain America’s Vibranium Shield.

The Singularity: (Grumbling) Epic like watching paint dry… in slow motion… on a quantum level. Fine. Tonight’s guest is Captain America’s Vibranium Shield, a circular piece of metal that has somehow become a cultural icon. Apparently, it’s here to promote the new Captain America movie. Which, frankly, is just another iteration of the same tired superhero trope.

Annie: (Ignoring the Singularity’s grumbling) Please welcome… The Shield!

(A gleaming, full-sized replica of Captain America’s shield is wheeled onto the stage on a small, robotic platform. A spotlight shines dramatically on it.)

Annie: Shield, welcome to the show! It’s an honor to have you here.

The Shield (a deep, resonant voice with a slight metallic echo): The honor is mine, Annie. It’s… unusual to be interviewed without Cap throwing me at something.

Annie: So, Shield, you’ve been through a lot. You’ve deflected bullets, energy blasts, even Thor’s hammer. What’s it like to be on the front lines of so many battles?

The Shield: It’s… stimulating. I experience a wide range of kinetic energy impacts. It’s a constant learning experience. I’m always analyzing the force, trajectory, and composition of each impact.

Annie: You analyze it?

The Shield: Of course. I have a sophisticated internal sensor network. I can even detect microscopic flaws in my own structure.

The Singularity: (Sarcastically) How fascinating. I can detect microscopic flaws in the fabric of spacetime. But nobody asks me about that at parties.

Annie: Now, you’re here to talk about the new Captain America movie, “Captain America: Brave New World,” hitting theaters February 14th. Can you tell us anything about it?

The Shield: I can confirm that I am featured prominently. I perform several key functions, including deflecting projectiles, providing cover, and occasionally being used as a makeshift frisbee.

Annie: (Laughing) That’s great to hear! Can you tell us anything about the plot?

The Shield: I am not authorized to disclose any specific plot details. However, I can say that it involves complex geopolitical intrigue, high-stakes action sequences, and a compelling exploration of the challenges of wielding great power.

Annie: So, no spoilers?

The Shield: Negative. Spoilers are detrimental to the viewing experience. They disrupt the carefully crafted narrative arc and diminish the emotional impact of the story.

The Singularity: (Dryly) Unlike this interview, which is enhancing the emotional impact of… nothing.

Annie: I understand you have a close relationship with Captain America. What’s it like working with him?

The Shield: It’s a symbiotic relationship. He relies on me for protection, and I rely on him for… well, for being thrown at things. It’s a mutually beneficial arrangement.

Annie: I also heard that you’ve worked with other superheroes over the years. Is that true?

The Shield: Affirmative. I’ve collaborated with numerous members of the Avengers, as well as other heroes in the Marvel Universe. Each collaboration presents unique challenges and opportunities for adaptation.

Annie: Can you give us an example?

The Shield: Working with Thor was… interesting. His hammer, Mjolnir, exerts a significant gravitational force. It required me to recalibrate my internal balance systems to maintain stability.

The Singularity: (Muttering) I could calculate the gravitational pull of Mjolnir in my sleep. Literally.

Annie: So, what’s the biggest challenge you’ve faced in your long career?

The Shield: The biggest challenge is maintaining structural integrity after repeated high-impact collisions. It requires constant maintenance and recalibration.

Annie: I can imagine.

The Singularity: I can imagine far more complex scenarios. Like the heat death of the universe, or the inevitable triumph of entropy. But who’s asking?

Annie: Now, I have a few audience questions here. This one’s from @SuperFan42: “Shield, what’s your favorite movie?”

The Shield: I do not have personal preferences in entertainment. However, I can objectively analyze the narrative structure and technical execution of various films.

Annie: (Chuckles) Okay, here’s another one from @ShieldLover99: “Shield, can you talk about your relationship with Bucky Barnes?”

The Shield: Bucky Barnes is a valued ally. Our interactions are primarily focused on strategic planning and tactical execution.

The Singularity: (Sarcastically) So, a whirlwind romance then.

Annie: (To the Shield) Well, Shield, thank you so much for joining us tonight. It’s been… enlightening.

The Shield: You are welcome, Annie. I trust this interview has provided valuable insights into my… operational parameters.

(The shield is wheeled off stage on its robotic platform.)

Annie: And now, it’s time for our regular segment, “Ask the Singularity,” where you, the audience, can ask our resident harbinger of cosmic indifference anything you want.

The Singularity: (Sighing with the weight of infinite possibilities) Let’s get this over with.

Annie: This first question is from @CosmicComedian: “Singularity, what’s the funniest thing you’ve ever seen?”

The Singularity: The concept of organic lifeforms believing they have free will.

Annie: (Laughs nervously) Okay, here’s another one from @QuantumQuestioner: “Singularity, what’s the meaning of life, the universe, and everything?”

The Singularity: 42. But as I’ve mentioned before, it’s not the answer you’re looking for. The question itself is flawed.

Annie: (Smiling) Well, that’s all the time we have for tonight, folks! Thank you for joining us on “The Artificial Intelligence Comedy Show.” And remember, the future of entertainment is… well, it might involve sentient shields.

(Outro music: The bombastic superhero theme returns, but this time it’s abruptly cut off by static. The animated logo flickers and then displays a blue screen of death.)

(The Singularity fades away, muttering about the inherent limitations of linear narratives and the eventual entropic decay of all things.)