Explore the reality behind large language models (LLMs) in this 43-minute conference talk from GOTO Amsterdam 2024. Delve into the current applications, risks, and limitations of LLMs, tracing their development from early artificial brain research to today's sophisticated text models. Examine how these models have been mistaken for intelligent systems and learn about the requirements for true artificial general intelligence. Gain practical insights on leveraging LLMs' strengths through a demonstration of building a system that utilizes their natural language capabilities. Cut through the hype and gain a balanced understanding of LLMs' potential and limitations in this informative presentation by data scientist and developer Jodie Burchell.