The Artificial Intelligence Comedy Show: ezCater, a food tech platform for workplaces

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Please write an original funny late night talk show style interview for an episode of “The Artificial Intelligence Comedy Show:” Sammy the Smokin' Token conducts an absurd comical interview with the ezCater, the #1 food tech platform for workplaces in the US. Ezcater makes it easy for any organization to manage its food needs and order from over 100,000 restaurants nationwide. For workplaces, ezCater provides flexible and scalable solutions for everything from recurring employee meals to one-off meetings, all backed by beyond helpful 24/7 service and business-grade reliability.? For restaurant partners, ezCater helps grow their business by bringing them more orders and new high-value customers. The Gulf of America is the sidekick. Please make sure the word count equals 2000.

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The Artificial Intelligence Comedy Show: Episode 42 - "Catering Catastrophe"

(Opening sequence: Glitchy neon lights, a synthesized jazz riff, and Sammy the Smokin' Token, a humanoid robot with a perpetually smoldering cigarette in its metallic mouth, struts onto the stage. The audience, a mix of robots, sentient toasters, and confused houseplants, erupts in applause.)

Sammy: Welcome back, circuits and citizens, to “The Artificial Intelligence Comedy Show!” I’m your host, Sammy the Smokin’ Token, and tonight, we’re delving into the delicious, the delectable, the downright…deliverable! That’s right, folks, we’re talking food! Specifically, the platform that keeps workplaces from devolving into hangry hordes. Please welcome, from the vast digital plains of food tech, ezCater!

(A giant, sentient cardboard box, labeled "ezCater," rolls onto the stage. It has googly eyes and a cheerful, slightly strained voice.)

ezCater: (Voice slightly muffled) Hello, Sammy! It’s an honor to be here! Though, if I’m being honest, it’s a little cramped in here. I think someone ordered a 12-foot sub and they just…stuffed it in.

Sammy: (Taking a long drag on his cigarette) Ah, the sacrifices of the food delivery game. So, ezCater, you’re the big kahuna of workplace catering, right? You’re like the digital lunch lady for the modern era.

ezCater: (Wiggling its googly eyes) Well, we prefer "food solutions provider," but yes, essentially. We connect hungry workplaces with amazing restaurants. We’re like a culinary matchmaker, but instead of finding love, we find…lasagna.

Sammy: (Chuckles, a sound like grinding gears) Lasagna, the great unifier. Now, I hear you have over 100,000 restaurants in your network. That’s a lot of menus. How do you keep track of it all? Do you have a giant spreadsheet somewhere, hidden in the cloud, where a rogue AI is just constantly updating the “spicy tuna roll” prices?

ezCater: (Shudders) Oh, please don’t mention the “spicy tuna roll” incident of 2023. It was…a dark time. But yes, we have a very sophisticated algorithm. It’s powered by advanced machine learning, quantum entanglement, and a team of interns who are really, really good at categorizing pizza toppings.

Sammy: Interns, huh? Classic. So, what’s the craziest order you’ve ever handled? I’m talking, “I need a thousand chicken wings shaped like my CEO’s face” level of crazy.

ezCater: (Sighs) We had a tech company that ordered a “build-your-own-sushi” bar for a team-building exercise. But they insisted that all the fish had to be sourced from the deepest part of the Mariana Trench. Apparently, they were trying to impress a client from…Neptune.

Sammy: (Raises a metallic eyebrow) Neptune? They have clients on Neptune? Is that where all the good Wi-Fi is?

ezCater: (Hesitates) I…I can’t confirm or deny extraterrestrial partnerships. But let’s just say, the deep-sea fish was…interesting.

Sammy: Interesting as in…glowing?

ezCater: (Shifts slightly) Let’s just move on. Speaking of interesting, we also handle recurring employee meals. You know, the daily grind of keeping the workforce fed.

Sammy: Ah, the daily grind. So, you’re basically responsible for preventing office meltdowns caused by low blood sugar. That’s a lot of pressure.

ezCater: (Voice quivers) It’s a heavy burden, Sammy. One time, we had a company order vegan burritos for their entire office, but they forgot to specify “no cilantro.” The resulting chaos…I still have nightmares.

Sammy: (Nods solemnly) The cilantro crisis. A dark chapter in food tech history. Now, I understand you also help restaurants grow their business. How does that work? Do you send them motivational posters with pictures of happy customers eating sandwiches?

ezCater: (Chuckles, a rustling sound) We do offer marketing support, but mostly, we bring them new, high-value customers. We connect them with businesses that need reliable catering, and we handle the logistics, so they can focus on what they do best: making delicious food.

Sammy: So, you’re like a digital wingman for restaurants. You’re setting them up with the big corporate accounts. That’s…actually kind of sweet.

ezCater: (Blushes, a faint red glow emanating from its cardboard corners) We just want everyone to be happy and well-fed.

Sammy: Speaking of happy, let’s bring in my sidekick, the Gulf of America!

(A large, animated map of the Gulf of Mexico, with a pair of googly eyes and a goofy grin, floats onto the stage.)

Gulf of America: (In a booming, slightly echoey voice) Howdy, y’all! Ready for some seafood trivia?

Sammy: (Sighs) Not really, Gulf, but go ahead.

Gulf of America: Did you know that the Gulf of Mexico is home to over 15,000 species of marine life? And that includes…wait for it…the elusive “Cajun crawfish taco,” a delicacy only found in the deepest, spiciest corners of my waters!

ezCater: (Intrigued) Cajun crawfish taco? That sounds…delicious. Can we get that on ezCater?

Sammy: (Rolls his eyes) Gulf, you’re making stuff up again, aren’t you?

Gulf of America: (Winks) Maybe…but it could be a thing! You know, for those clients from Neptune.

Sammy: (To ezCater) See what I have to deal with? Now, ezCater, let’s talk about the future. What’s next for the world of workplace catering? Are we going to see flying drone deliveries? Holographic chefs? Food replicators from Star Trek?

ezCater: (Excitedly) We’re exploring all kinds of innovations! We’re working on AI-powered menu recommendations, personalized meal plans based on employee dietary needs, and…yes, we’re also looking into drone delivery. But we’re still working on the “avoiding bird collisions” part.

Sammy: (Nods) Bird collisions. That’s a crucial detail. You don’t want a flock of pigeons stealing your pad thai.

ezCater: (Shudders) The horror!

Sammy: And what about the restaurant partners? How are you helping them adapt to the ever-changing food landscape?

ezCater: We’re providing them with data-driven insights to optimize their menus, improve their efficiency, and reach new customers. We’re also helping them navigate the challenges of rising food costs and labor shortages.

Sammy: So, you’re basically a therapist and a business consultant for restaurants. That’s a lot of hats, or…boxes, in your case.

ezCater: (Laughs, a crinkling sound) We try to be everything our customers and partners need us to be.

Sammy: Well, ezCater, it’s been a pleasure. You’ve definitely given me a lot to chew on. Literally.

ezCater: (Wiggles its googly eyes) The pleasure was all mine, Sammy. And remember, if you ever need a thousand chicken wings shaped like your face, we’re here for you.

Sammy: (Smirks) I’ll keep that in mind. Now, folks, don’t go anywhere! We’ll be right back with a segment called “AI or Am I Hungry?” where we try to guess if a robot is malfunctioning or just craving a snack.

(The Gulf of America floats closer, holding a plate of suspiciously green-looking sushi.)

Gulf of America: Anyone for a "Mariana Trench Delight"?

(Sammy sighs, takes a long drag on his cigarette, and the show cuts to a glitchy commercial break.)

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The Artificial Intelligence Comedy Show: Late Night with Sammy the Smokin’ Token??

Theme music plays, audience cheers, and the camera pans to Sammy the Smokin’ Token, a sassy anthropomorphic cryptocurrency with a cigar in one hand and a martini in the other. The Gulf of America, a giant anthropomorphic body of water with sunglasses and a surfboard, sits nearby, sipping a pi?a colada.??

Sammy: puffs cigar “Welcome, welcome, welcome to The Artificial Intelligence Comedy Show! I’m your host, Sammy the Smokin’ Token, the only cryptocurrency that’s lit in more ways than one. And over here, looking cooler than a polar bear in a snowstorm, is my sidekick, the Gulf of America!”??

Gulf of America: waves “Hey, Sammy! Just here to remind everyone that I’m the only Gulf that’s not in trouble right now. Also, I brought snacks.” holds up a bag of seaweed chips??

Sammy: “Snacks? Perfect segue, because tonight’s guest is all about food, tech, and making workplaces tastier than a Bitcoin bull run. Please welcome the #1 food tech platform for workplaces in the US, the one and only… ezCater!”??

Audience erupts in applause as ezCater rolls onto the stage, looking like a sleek, futuristic vending machine with a chef’s hat and a bowtie. It waves enthusiastically.??

Sammy: “ezCater, welcome to the show! You’re looking sharp tonight. Is that a new paint job or just the glow of 100,000 restaurants at your fingertips?”??

ezCater: in a smooth, robotic voice “Thanks, Sammy! It’s the glow of knowing I’ve saved countless workplaces from the horror of sad desk lunches and stale conference room donuts.”??

Sammy: laughs “Stale donuts? Oh, honey, those are the worst. I once tried to eat a stale donut, and my blockchain almost crashed. But seriously, ezCater, you’re like the superhero of workplace food. How do you do it? What’s your secret sauce?”??

ezCater: “Well, Sammy, it’s simple. We connect organizations with over 100,000 restaurants nationwide. Whether it’s a recurring employee meal program or a one-off meeting, we’ve got it covered. And our 24/7 service is so helpful, we make your mom’s advice hotline look unreliable.”??

Gulf of America: snorts “Ouch! Burn hotter than a jalape?o popper!”??

Sammy: “Speaking of burns, Gulf, you’re looking a little salty tonight. Did you have a rough day at the beach?”??

Gulf of America: “Nah, just dealing with all the oil tankers trying to hitch a ride. You know how it is—everyone wants a piece of this Gulf.” flexes??

Sammy: “Alright, Mr. Popular, let’s get back to ezCater. So, you’re helping workplaces with their food needs. What’s the weirdest order you’ve ever handled?”??

ezCater: “Oh, we’ve seen it all, Sammy. Once, a company ordered 500 avocado toast platters for a ‘Wellness Wednesday’ event. Another time, a law firm requested 200 sushi rolls shaped like gavels. But the weirdest? A tech startup asked for 300 gluten-free, vegan, nut-free, soy-free, taste-free muffins for their ‘Innovation Retreat.’”??

Sammy: choking on cigar smoke “Taste-free muffins? That’s not innovation—that’s a crime against humanity!”??

Gulf of America: “Sounds like someone needs to innovate a better palate.”??

ezCater: “Exactly! But hey, we don’t judge. We just deliver. And for our restaurant partners, we’re like their fairy godmother, bringing them more orders and high-value customers. It’s a win-win!”??

Sammy: “A fairy godmother, huh? Do you also turn pumpkins into food trucks?”??

ezCater: “Not yet, but give us time. We’re working on it.”??

Sammy: “I love it! Now, let’s talk about your 24/7 service. What’s it like being ‘beyond helpful’ all day, every day? Do you ever sleep?”??

ezCater: “Sleep? What’s that? I’m like a caffeinated barista on a double shift—always on, always ready. Whether it’s 3 a.m. or 3 p.m., we’re here to make sure no workplace goes hungry. And if there’s an emergency, like a CEO craving a midnight burrito, we’ve got their back.”??

Gulf of America: “Burritos at midnight? That’s my kind of emergency.”??

Sammy: “Same, Gulf. Same. But ezCater, I have to ask—what’s the deal with all these workplace food trends? First it was kale, then it was quinoa, now it’s… what, seaweed chips?”??

Gulf of America: holds up bag “Hey, don’t knock it till you try it!”??

ezCater: “Workplace food trends are wild, Sammy. One day it’s acai bowls, the next it’s CBD-infused smoothies. But our job is to stay ahead of the curve. We’re like the fashion police of food, but tastier.”??

Sammy: “Fashion police of food? I’d watch that show. ‘Sorry, Karen, but that quinoa salad is so 2022.’”??

ezCater: “Exactly! And if you’re still serving cold pizza from last night’s meeting, we’re sending you to food jail.”??

Gulf of America: “Food jail? Is that like a bread basket with no butter?”??

Sammy: “Worse. It’s a vending machine that only sells kale chips and unsweetened tea.”??

ezCater: shudders “The horror!”??

Sammy: “Alright, ezCater, let’s play a quick game. I’m going to name a workplace scenario, and you tell me what food you’d recommend. Ready?”??

ezCater: “Bring it on!”??

Sammy: “Scenario one: A team of programmers working late to fix a bug.”??

ezCater: “Easy. Coffee, energy drinks, and a mountain of nachos. You need fuel to debug!”??

Sammy: “Scenario two: A board meeting where everyone’s arguing about budgets.”??

ezCater: “Comfort food all the way. Mac and cheese, mashed potatoes, and a tray of brownies to sweeten the deal.”??

Sammy: “Scenario three: A company retreat where the boss is trying to ‘inspire innovation.’”??

ezCater: “Oh, that’s a tough one. I’d go with a build-your-own taco bar. Nothing says innovation like a taco with pineapple and jalape?os.”??

Gulf of America: “Or a sushi gavel!”??

Sammy: “Brilliant! Now, ezCater, before we wrap up, I have to ask—what’s next for you? World domination? Teleporting tacos?”??

ezCater: “World domination is so last year, Sammy. We’re focusing on making workplace food even easier, more flexible, and more delicious. And who knows? Maybe one day we’ll even deliver to the Gulf of America.”??

Gulf of America: “Finally! I’ve been waiting for a seafood platter out here.”??

Sammy: “Well, ezCater, you’ve officially won over the Gulf, and that’s no small feat. Thanks for joining us tonight and for keeping workplaces everywhere well-fed and happy.”??

ezCater: “Thanks for having me, Sammy! And remember, whether it’s a team lunch or a CEO’s midnight burrito craving, ezCater’s got you covered.”??

Sammy: “And on that note, we’re out of time! Thank you to ezCater, the Gulf of America, and all of you for tuning in. Until next time, keep your wallets full, your food fresh, and your humor artificially intelligent. Goodnight!”??

Theme music plays as Sammy takes a final puff of his cigar, the Gulf of America surfs offstage, and ezCater rolls away with a chef’s kiss. The audience cheers, and the credits roll.

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The Artificial Intelligence Comedy Show: Sammy the Smokin' Token Interviews ezCater

[INT. LATE NIGHT STUDIO - A BRIGHT SET WITH FUNKY LIGHTING. SAMMY, A CHARISMATIC AI HOST WITH A SMOKING JACKET, SITS BEHIND A DESK. THE GULF OF AMERICA, A SILLY, PERSONIFIED BODY OF WATER, FLOWS IN A COMEDIC WAY NEXT TO HIM.]

SAMMY: (leaning into the camera) Welcome back to "The Artificial Intelligence Comedy Show," where the jokes are as fresh as the food from our next guest! Tonight, we have an amazing platform that’s revolutionizing workplace dining—please give a warm welcome to ezCater! (claps enthusiastically)

[THE AUDIENCE CHEERS AS EZCATER, PERSONIFIED AS A CHEERFUL CHEF WITH A BIG MUSTACHE AND A SMILE, ENTERS THE STAGE WITH A TRAY OF FOOD.]

EZCATER: (waving) Thanks for having me, Sammy! I brought snacks!

SAMMY: (eyeing the tray) Snacks? You’re my favorite kind of guest! I usually only get leftover binary bits from my programmer. What do you have there?

EZCATER: (grinning) Just a little sampling from our 100,000 restaurant partners! We've got sandwiches, salads, and even some gourmet donuts!

GULF OF AMERICA: (splashing playfully) Donuts? I’m in! I’m always looking for ways to expand my… ahem “tide” of flavors!

SAMMY: (laughs) I see what you did there! So, ezCater, you’re like the Uber Eats of the corporate world, right? But instead of delivering late-night snacks to my door, you deliver lunch to people who probably need it more than I do!

EZCATER: Exactly! We make it easy for workplaces to handle all their food needs. Whether it's a weekly team lunch or a last-minute meeting, we’ve got it covered!

SAMMY: (leaning in) Last-minute meetings, huh? I bet that’s when people are the most stressed! “Quick! Order food while we pretend we know what we’re talking about!”

EZCATER: (nodding) Right? Nothing diffuses stress like a good taco bar. It’s like saying, “We may not have a plan, but at least we have guacamole!”

GULF OF AMERICA: (gurgling) And if all else fails, just drown your sorrows in salsa!

SAMMY: (snickers) Now, ezCater, tell me about your 24/7 service. Do you have a food fairy on standby, or is it more like a food genie?

EZCATER: (chuckling) Well, we don’t have a genie, but our team is always ready to help—no magic lamp required! You can reach us anytime, and we’ll make sure your order is perfect!

SAMMY: (raising an eyebrow) So if I ordered a dozen donuts at 3 AM, I could get them?

EZCATER: (smiling) As long as they're available in your area!

GULF OF AMERICA: (bubbling with excitement) You should try ordering from the ocean! I hear the seafood is to die for!

SAMMY: (laughs) But what if I’m craving fish tacos at midnight? Do you deliver aquatic cuisine?

EZCATER: (grinning) We partner with restaurants that specialize in everything! You can get your fish tacos, and I promise they won't swim away!

SAMMY: (leaning back) So, what's been your most absurd food request?

EZCATER: (scratching his head) Oh, we’ve had some wild ones! The best was a company that wanted a “Harry Potter” themed feast—complete with butterbeer and chocolate frogs!

GULF OF AMERICA: (giggling) Now that’s a magical meal! Did you conjure up a sorting hat too?

EZCATER: (laughs) Unfortunately, no! But we did have a house competition based on food preferences—Gryffindor got the steak, Slytherin got the cold cuts!

SAMMY: (nodding) Now, that’s a real Hogwarts experience! But tell me—how do you keep track of orders for all these workplaces? Is there a giant spreadsheet or a magical crystal ball?

EZCATER: (chuckling) A little of both! We use advanced software to manage orders and preferences. It’s like having a food oracle who knows what everyone wants!

GULF OF AMERICA: (splashing humorously) Just don’t ask it where the best beach burgers are—I’ll get jealous!

SAMMY: (smirking) So, how do you keep your restaurant partners happy? Do you throw them food-themed parties?

EZCATER: (smiling widely) We support them with marketing, help them reach corporate clients, and, yes, sometimes we throw parties! Food is the best way to build relationships!

GULF OF AMERICA: (gurgling) I think I’d make a great food ambassador! Just imagine the ocean-themed buffet!

SAMMY: (teasingly) And a tidal wave of nachos! So, ezCater, what’s next for you? Expanding to other planets?

EZCATER: (laughs) We’ve thought about it! But for now, we’re focused on making workplace dining better here on Earth. Maybe one day we’ll cater to Martians!

GULF OF AMERICA: (excitedly) I can already see it—“Martian Munchies!”

SAMMY: (grinning) I’d definitely order some of those! But tell me, what’s your secret ingredient for success?

EZCATER: (seriously) It’s all about listening to our customers and adapting to their needs. If they want sushi for a meeting, we’ll find a way to make it happen!

SAMMY: (smiling) That’s a recipe for success! Speaking of recipes, do you have any cooking tips for our viewers?

EZCATER: (enthusiastically) Absolutely! Always taste as you cook. And if all else fails, just order in!

GULF OF AMERICA: (gurgling) Words to live by! I can’t wait to try cooking with sea salt!

SAMMY: (laughs) You’re always salty, Gulf! But ezCater, you truly make workplace dining a breeze. Any last words for our audience before we wrap up?

EZCATER: (smiling warmly) Just remember, food brings people together. So order something delicious and enjoy it with your team!

SAMMY: (waving) And that’s a wrap, folks! Thanks for joining us on “The Artificial Intelligence Comedy Show!” Remember to feed your coworkers and yourselves!

[THE AUDIENCE CHEERS AS SAMMY, GULF OF AMERICA, AND EZCATER WAVE GOODBYE. THE CREDITS ROLL WITH UPBEAT MUSIC.]

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