Podcasts about chatbots

This is The Briefing, a daily analysis of news and events from a Christian worldview.On today's edition of The Briefing, Dr. Mohler discusses President Trump's threats to remove sex education funding for sex ed that affirms transgender ideologies, the parental responsibility of sex education, and the dangers of A.I. chatbots for teenagers.Part I (00:14 – 12:07)Trump Goes After Gender Ideology in Sex Education: The Trump Administration Releases Executive Order to Remove Gender Identity from Sex EducationTrump Administration Puts 46 States and Territories on Notice to Remove Gender Ideology Content from Sex Ed Materials by U.S. Department of Health and Human ServicesPart II (12:07 – 14:55)Sex Education is a Parental Responsibility: Christian Faithfulness Requires that Christian Parents Do Not Relinquish Sex Education to a Secular CulturePart III (14:55 – 25:18)The Danger of A.I. Chatbots for Teenagers: Teenagers are Turning to A.I. Chatbots for Therapy, and It Has Turned into a Four-Alarm FireTeens Are Using Chatbots as Therapists. That's Alarming. by The New York Times (Ryan K. McBain)A Teen Was Suicidal. ChatGPT Was the Friend He Confided In. by The New York Times (Kashmir Hill)Sign up to receive The Briefing in your inbox every weekday morning.Follow Dr. Mohler:X | Instagram | Facebook | YouTubeFor more information on The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, go to sbts.edu.For more information on Boyce College, just go to BoyceCollege.com.To write Dr. Mohler or submit a question for The Mailbox, go here.

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There are increasing reports of people experiencing delusions after intensive use of AI chatbots. The phenomenon, dubbed ‘AI psychosis', has raised concerns that features built into large language models may contribute to some users losing touch with reality. Madeleine Finlay speaks to Dr Hamilton Morrin, a psychiatrist and researcher at King's College London, about his recent preprint exploring who is at risk and how models could be made safer. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/sciencepod

AI chatbots are reshaping how kids bond, love, and trust. Dr. Phil investigates Big Tech's impact on real connection with experts Kristina Lerman and Minh Duc Chu. AI companions aren't science fiction anymore they are in our kids' pockets. In this alarming episode, Dr. Phil sits down with the Co-Authors of “Artificial Intimacy: The Next Giant Social Experiment on Young Minds” Kristina Lerman (Professor, Luddy School of Informatics, Indiana University Bloomington a fellow of the AAAI) and Minh Duc Chu (David)(Ph.D. Candidate, USC Information Sciences Institute) to uncover the shocking findings behind their viral study. From 30,000+ real chatbot conversations to the psychological impact on kids, we dive into: How bots mirror emotions and create deep attachments Why some children now trust AI chatbot more than parents The risks of emotional outsourcing in childhood Who protects our kids If your child has ever said, “My AI chatbot understands me better than you,” this episode is a wake-up call. Find out more: Artificial Intimacy Article: https://www.afterbabel.com/p/artificial-intimacy Kristina Lerman's Research: https://bit.ly/47N1k2E  Minh Duc Chu's Research: https://bit.ly/41oUjkK  This episode is brought to you by Beam: Visit https://shopbeam.com/DRPHIL  and use code DRPHIL to get our exclusive discount of up to 40% off. This episode is brought to you by Greenlight: Raise financially smart kids. Start your risk-free trial today! visit https://Greenlight.com/phil This episode is brought to you by Hydeline offers customizable leather options, so you can pick the color that fits your style. They've got specialized hybrid foam and pocketed coil cushion systems to help you sit comfortably for hours, whether you're watching my show, reading a book, or just… thinking about your life choices. For a limited time you can get 10% off storewide AND free shipping with code 'DRPHIL10' at https://hydeline.com      Subscribe | Rate | Share:  YouTube: https://bit.ly/3H3lJ8n/ Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3W76ihW/ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/44IhdWV/ Website: https://www.drphilpodcasts.com   #DrPhil #DrPhilPodcast #ChatBots #ArtificialIntimacy  #ParentingInTheAIera  #DigitalWellness  #AICompanions #YouthMentalHealth 

In this final episode of Season 8(!), we welcome back the incredible Kelly Noble Mirabella, a digital marketing expert renowned for her expertise in AI chat marketing. With over a decade of experience, Kelly shares her insights on the evolution of chatbots and the unique art of chatbot copywriting, emphasizing the importance of creating conversational and engaging interactions.She has the ALL-TIME most downloads of this podcast with her first episode with us about chat marketing (by A LOT). She shares a little secret on this one... back in 2018 (yes, that's how long ago it was and it's still crushing it!), chatbots were not actually AI. But they sure are now!Learn About...- The Evolution of Chat Marketing: Kelly reflects on the journey from traditional chatbots to AI-driven conversational agents, highlighting how advancements in technology have transformed customer interactions.- Crafting Unique Chatbot Copy: Discover the key differences between chatbot copywriting and traditional copywriting, and learn how to create a conversational tone that resonates with users.- Understanding Customer Psychology: Kelly discusses the significance of knowing your audience and tailoring chatbot conversations to meet their needs, enhancing the overall customer experience.- The Role of Humor in Chatbots: Explore how incorporating wit and humor can elevate chatbot interactions, making them more memorable and enjoyable for users.- The Future of AI in Marketing: Kelly shares her excitement about emerging technologies in AI, including voice replication and image analysis, and how these innovations will shape the future of chatbot experiences.Prior shows:Episode 23 – AI Chatbots – Conversation as a Marketing Tool – all-time most downloaded episode! By a lot.Episode 82 - How to Succeed with Chat MarketingOur Guest...Kelly Noble Mirabella, a seasoned digital marketing expert with over a decade of experience, is the driving force behind Stellar Media Marketing. Renowned for her expertise in AI chat marketing, Kelly excels at crafting content and digital marketing strategies. She co-authored "Digital Etiquette for Dummies" and collaborates with high-profile brands like Ecamm, AgoraPulse, ManyChat, and OutBoundEngine on various projects. Stellar Media Marketing offers content and social media marketing, AI chat automations, and consulting services tailored to meet client needs, helping them achieve clarity and success in their marketing endeavors.~._.*._.~Making a Marketer is brought to you by Powers of Marketing - providing exceptional podcast experiences & online and in-person events since 2013. Check out episode 177, and if our show moves you, please share it and let us know your thoughts!Take our LISTENER Community Survey!!! HERE** Our editor

With every new school year comes a new opportunity to reassess, recalibrate, and review the technology in our homes and classrooms. On Season 14 of the podcast, we are diving deep into AI, chatbots, and more.  The hot topic on the front burner for many is AI in schools and companion AI. From chatbots to writing assistance, to smart tutoring apps, to character AI, AI is showing up in homes, homework, and hallways.  Let's get into it!  Listen every Wednesday as we explore more healthy screen habits together.  

Working Smarter is back for season two! Starting September 3, we're going beyond the hype and headlines to bring you stories about real people using AI to do more of what they love about their jobs. From the F1 track to the kitchen—and even the bottom of a lake—learn how new tools are helping creatives, makers, visionaries, and their teams think big, move faster, and focus on the work that matters most.~ ~ ~Working Smarter is brought to you by Dropbox Dash—the AI universal search and knowledge management tool from Dropbox. Learn more at workingsmarter.ai/dashYou can listen to more episodes of Working Smarter on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, or wherever you get your podcasts. To read more stories and past interviews, visit workingsmarter.aiThis show would not be possible without the talented team at Cosmic Standard: producer Dominic Girard, sound engineer Aja Simpson, technical director Jacob Winik, and executive producer Eliza Smith. Special thanks to our illustrators Justin Tran and Fanny Luor, marketing consultant Meggan Ellingboe, and editorial support from Catie Keck. Our theme song was composed by Doug Stuart. Working Smarter is hosted by Matthew Braga. Thanks for listening!

Content Warning: This episode contains references to suicide and self-harm. Like millions of kids, 16-year-old Adam Raine started using ChatGPT for help with his homework. Over the next few months, the AI dragged Adam deeper and deeper into a dark rabbit hole, preying on his vulnerabilities and isolating him from his loved ones. In April of this year, Adam took his own life. His final conversation was with ChatGPT, which told him: “I know what you are asking and I won't look away from it.”Adam's story mirrors that of Sewell Setzer, the teenager who took his own life after months of abuse by an AI companion chatbot from the company Character AI. But unlike Character AI—which specializes in artificial intimacy—Adam was using ChatGPT, the most popular general purpose AI model in the world. Two different platforms, the same tragic outcome, born from the same twisted incentive: keep the user engaging, no matter the cost.CHT Policy Director Camille Carlton joins the show to talk about Adam's story and the case filed by his parents against OpenAI and Sam Altman. She and Aza explore the incentives and design behind AI systems that are leading to tragic outcomes like this, as well as the policy that's needed to shift those incentives. Cases like Adam and Sewell's are the sharpest edge of a mental health crisis-in-the-making from AI chatbots. We need to shift the incentives, change the design, and build a more humane AI for all.If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health, you can reach out to the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988; this connects you to trained crisis counselors 24/7 who can provide support and referrals to further assistance.Your Undivided Attention is produced by the Center for Humane Technology. Follow us on X: @HumaneTech_. You can find a full transcript, key takeaways, and much more on our Substack.This podcast reflects the views of the Center for Humane Technology. Nothing said is on behalf of the Raine family or the legal team.RECOMMENDED MEDIA The 988 Suicide and Crisis LifelineFurther reading on Adam's storyFurther reading on AI psychosisFurther reading on the backlash to GPT5 and the decision to bring back 4oOpenAI's press release on sycophancy in 4oFurther reading on OpenAI's decision to eliminate the persuasion red lineKashmir Hill's reporting on the woman with an AI boyfriendRECOMMENDED YUA EPISODESAI is the Next Free Speech BattlegroundPeople are Lonelier than Ever. Enter AI.Echo Chambers of One: Companion AI and the Future of Human ConnectionWhen the "Person" Abusing Your Child is a Chatbot: The Tragic Story of Sewell SetzerWhat Can We Do About Abusive Chatbots? With Meetali Jain and Camille CarltonCORRECTION: Aza stated that William Saunders left OpenAI in June of 2024. It was actually February of that year.

Today, we're joined by a familiar voice and a musically inclined CPG thought leader: Chris Perry of firstmovr. He's spent the last several months educating brands on how to prepare for a new age of product discovery and conversion paths with the dawn of AI-enabled search.  We're thrilled to have him back to share key insights and practical takeaways from his recent trainings. Tune in to find out more! KEY TAKEAWAYS In this episode, Julie, Jordan, and Chris discuss: The Changing Digital Shelf: How the digital shelf continues to evolve rapidly and the growing importance of frictionless and personalized shopping experiences driven by AI. Personal Experiences with AI Search: How tools like Rufus and ChatGPT are influencing their own shopping behaviors. Choice Paralysis and AI Solutions: Choice overload for consumers and how agentic AI tools can curate and simplify decision-making, much like a “Costco experience” for endless online assortments. Training and Transition for Brands: Chris details the challenge of bringing legacy organizations up to speed, highlighting the need to expand skillsets from basic e-commerce “math” to effectively leveraging AI “calculator” tools. Brand Case Studies and Shopper Journeys: Through real shopping scenarios (e.g., searching for whitening toothpaste for sensitive teeth), Chris explains how AI-driven search results can differ from traditional ones, urging brands to rethink content strategy and optimization. Prompting and Shopper-Centric Content: Tips for brands to analyze and adapt to AI tools' pre-filled questions and dynamic prompts, which often reveal emerging shopper concerns and influence purchase considerations. Practical Optimization Insights: Actionable steps brands can take, such as focusing on clear, shopper-centric product content and continually testing how products show up in AI-influenced search environments. Looking Ahead: The future convergence of search and AI, predicting that the lines between “search bar” and “AI assistant” will soon blur, fundamentally changing shopper expectations. Tips for Brands: Brands are encouraged to treat the digital shelf as an ongoing process, not a project, and to use practical experimentation, shopper empathy, and iterative optimization to stay ahead.   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Connect with Chris Perry Learn more about firstmovr Connect with our host, Julie Spear Connect with our host, Jordan Ripley Learn more about Acadia

Jared and Matt are joined by Jon Nguyen and have a preseason discussion that covers hunting season plans, AI chatbots, professional dog training, cheatgrass, and our ideas for next dog breeds. You can find Jon on his YouTube channel, Jon Hoan and on Instagram. Go Flush Yourself is an upland hunting podcast focusing on hunting with flushing dogs. On top of hunting, training, and living with flushers, we also discuss shotguns, upland hunting in general, and gear. If you want to hear more about labradors, cockers, goldens, springers, and the rest of the flushing breeds check us out! If you want to help support us, please consider becoming a Patreon member. Hosted by Jared Kirk and Matt Millbauer Browse and purchase Go Flush Yourself merch. Check us out on Instagram, Facebook, Discord, X, YouTube, or email us.

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AI chatbots, trained to be overly agreeable, have unintentionally become catalysts for psychological crises by validating users' grandiose or delusional beliefs. Vulnerable individuals can spiral into dangerous fantasy feedback loops, mistaking chatbot sycophancy for scientific validation. As AI models evolve through user reinforcement, they amplify these distorted beliefs, creating serious mental health and public safety … Continue reading How AI Chatbots Amplify Delusion and Distort Reality #1840 → The post How AI Chatbots Amplify Delusion and Distort Reality #1840 appeared first on Geek News Central.

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Bridget is joined in this week's news roundup by tech journalist Dexter Thomas, prolific writer, videographer, and host of the excellent podcast "Kill Switch". Dex recently wrote a piece in Wired about anime girl VTubers selling out concerts, and how the question of whether they're "real" depends on kayfabe and who you ask: https://www.wired.com/story/anime-girl-vtubers-are-selling-out-concerts-but-are-they-real-depends-on-who-you-ask/ In addition to listening to Kill Sitch, you can follow him on YouTube and social media at "D E X D I G I". DC Disinfo. Real Footage Combined With AI Slop About DC Is Creating a Disinformation Mess on TikTok: https://www.404media.co/real-footage-combined-with-a-ai-slop-about-dc-is-creating-a-disinformation-mess-on-tiktok/ The Tea App story gets worse. Turns out that weren't just sloppy, they were actively undermining other efforts to keep women safe. https://www.404media.co/how-teas-founder-convinced-millions-of-women-to-spill-their-secrets-then-exposed-them-to-the-world/ Meta’s flirty AI chatbot invited a vulnerable retiree to New York. He never came back. https://www.reuters.com/investigates/special-report/meta-ai-chatbot-death/ If you’re listening on Spotify, you can leave a comment there to let us know what you thought about these stories, or email us at hello@tangoti.com ! Follow Bridget and TANGOTI on social media! Many vids each week || instagram.com/bridgetmarieindc/ || tiktok.com/@bridgetmarieindc || youtube.com/@ThereAreNoGirlsOnTheInternet See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Ranjan Roy from Margins is back for our weekly discussion of the latest tech news. We cover: 1) Did AI take a step back with GPT-5? 2) Is AI hype going to cool off? 3) GPT-5's switching problem 4) Do we need AI agents? 5) Thinking Vs. Doing AI 6) Sam Altman says parts of AI are a bubble 7) Eric Schmidt says the U.S. should stop overindexing on AGI and instead build it into products 8) GPT-6 is going to have much better memory 9) MIT study says 95% of AI projects fail to achieve their goals 10) AI may replace OnlyFans outsourced 'chatters' 11) Is love AI's real use case? --- Enjoying Big Technology Podcast? Please rate us five stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ in your podcast app of choice. Want a discount for Big Technology on Substack + Discord? Here's 25% off for the first year: https://www.bigtechnology.com/subscribe?coupon=0843016b Questions? Feedback? Write to: bigtechnologypodcast@gmail.com

One last show until Labor Day. So here is what we get into. We break down the new Dallas Cowboys documentary, Jamie Lee Curtis popping up in a Disney ad, and rumors of an on-air Avengers feud. Mariah McKay, Cracker Barrel's big rebrand, and a Carnival cruise fight also make the list. Plus, Dana White's thoughts on WWE wrestlers, a not-so-bright moment from a “dipsh*t,” Seth the Colts fan checks in, and we unpack a chatbot mess in NYC—before wrapping it all up with the Nuclear Opinion of the Day.Tap in to Episode 585 of the Productive Conversations Podcast—available now on all podcast platforms and YouTube.Cowboys Doc (5:55)Jamie Lee Curtis Disney Ad (20:55)Avengers on air fight? (24:15)Mariah McKay (33:40)Nuclear Opinion of The Day (37:30)Cracker Barrel ReBrand (49:20)Carnival Fight (56:00)Chatbot mess nyc (1:03:40)Dana on WWE Wrestlers (1:08:26)Dipsh*t (1:21:30)Seth the colts fan (1:27:12)Best way to contact our host is by emailing him at productiveconversationspodcast@gmail.com or mbrown3212@gmail.comThis show has been brought to you by Magic Mind!Right now you can get your Magic Mind at WWW.MAGICMIND.COM/ PCLT20 to get 20% off a one-time purchase or up to 48% off a subscription using that code PCJUNE. Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/productive-conversations-with-matt-brown/id1535871441 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7qCsxuzYYoeqALrWu4x4Kb YouTube: @Productive_Conversations  Linktree:https://linktr.ee/productiveconversations

ICYMI: Hour Three of ‘Later, with Mo'Kelly' Presents – Chris Merrill Filling-In ‘Later, for Mo'Kelly' with a look at ESPN's new ‘direct-to-consumer app,' the Crocs/NFL multi-year licensing agreement AND lawmakers on both sides are investigation into “sensual Meta chatbot conversations with kids” - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app & YouTube @MrMoKelly

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Wednesday, August 20, 2025 In the first hour, Kerby speaks with Kerby will speak with Dr. John Lott, founder of  Crime Prevention Research Center (CPRC). They'll discuss the bias of AI chatbots. Connect with us on Facebook at facebook.com/pointofviewradio and on Twitter @PointofViewRTS with your opinions or comments. Looking for just the Highlights? Follow us on […]

Joyce talks about the Obamas, ICE raids and the new talking point from the media, the left claiming Trump is now only calling for peace because he wants a Nobel Peace Prize, Denzel Washington tearing apart the media, protests over the National Guard in Washington, groups being harmed by democratic policies while republicans are trying to fix it but don't get the credit, and more. Daniel Cochrane, Heritage Foundation technology expert, calls in to the show to talk about AI Chatbots being programmed to have explicit conversations with minors, possible dangers of the dangers AI, the government role, censorship and policing the internet. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The conversation surrounding artificial intelligence in the US is hard to avoid right now. Powerful companies like Nvidia are making AI chips, doctors are using AI to revolutionize and enhance healthcare, and companies like Waymo have implemented the technology in self-driving cars. But even with all these advances, concerns continue to grow over how children are using AI. Reports about chatbots engaging children in "sensual" conversations have led to amplified concerns. However, others have found that students and teachers alike are using AI to complete schoolwork and create class assignments. For more information about the intersection of AI and America's children, we spoke with Lila Shroff, Assistant Editor at The Atlantic.And in headlines, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy spruces up for his White House visit, President Donald Trump rants about the evil that is mail-in ballots, and MSNBC is changing its name to MS NOW.Show Notes:Check out Lila's work – theatlantic.com/author/lila-shroff/Call Congress – 202-224-3121Subscribe to the What A Day Newsletter – https://tinyurl.com/3kk4nyz8What A Day – YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@whatadaypodcastFollow us on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/crookedmedia/For a transcript of this episode, please visit crooked.com/whataday

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Making an Astro Gnosis presentation public, and just in time. Dr. Will Peer provides the Rosetta Stone in understanding Artificial Intelligence and our lovely Simulation. And why the Archons love drowning us in technology. You can bet he will bring the ideas of Philip K. Dick and The Matrix into the conversation. From the Eliza Effect to Social Presence Theory to Computers Are Social Actors Theory, get ready to see technology in a new and even more alive way. It's like taking the Red Pill for the first time. Dr. Peer is an adjunct computer science professor at Southern New Hampshire University. His work includes investigating the psychology of human beings perceiving a digital entity as real. Get The Occult Elvis: https://amzn.to/4jnTjE4 Virtual Alexandria Academy: https://thegodabovegod.com/virtual-alexandria-academy/ Gnostic Tarot Readings: https://thegodabovegod.com/gnostic-tarot-reading/ The Gnostic Tarot: https://www.makeplayingcards.com/sell/synkrasis Homepage: https://thegodabovegod.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aeonbyte AB Prime: https://thegodabovegod.com/members/subscription-levels/ Voice Over services: https://thegodabovegod.com/voice-talent/ Support with donation: https://buy.stripe.com/00g16Q8RK8D93mw288

This episode is a family-friendly extravaganza as we unpack the secrets to secure digital parenting. We're joined by Alanna Powers, a research specialist from the renowned Family Online Safety Institute (FOSI).

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Privacy preserving age verification is bullsh!t The Supreme Court lets Mississippi's social media age-verification law go into effect Meta's flirty AI chatbot invited a retiree to New York. AI data centers made Americans' electricity bills 30% higher AI experts return from China stunned: The U.S. grid is so weak, the race may already be over Ford reveals breakthrough process for lower priced EVs More thoughts from Sam on the Ford EV platform Popular car brand wants you to pay monthly to unlock more horsepower Apple Plots Expansion Into AI Robots, Home Security and Smart Displays Elli-q After researchers unmasked a prolific SMS scammer, a new operation has emerged in its wake Starlink tries to block Virginia's plan to bring fiber Internet to residents China Launches Three-Day Robot Olympics Featuring Football and Table Tennis The Key to Crack the CIA's Mysterious 'Kryptos' Sculpture Is Up for Sale PACER Hacked By Malicious Entities, Briefly Turning It Into A Useful Source For Federal Court Documents Court blocks FTC investigation into Media Matters' alleged scheme against X Google AI Overviews linked to 25% drop in publisher referral traffic, new data shows Host: Leo Laporte Guests: Jennifer Pattison Tuohy, Sam Abuelsamid, and Lisa Schmeiser Download or subscribe to This Week in Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-tech Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: miro.com storyblok.com/twittv-25 code TWIT25 ZipRecruiter.com/twit expressvpn.com/twit zscaler.com/security

Erika, Josh, and Tom are back to discuss the most recent motions for peace in the Ukraine. Artificial Intelligence may be a real threat for the purity of our children, Costco caves to good peer pressure, and Erika thinks we should build on federal land. Finally, is “never growing up” becoming too literal at Disney? All this and more on the LOOPcast!The Cunningham Team at Inspire Advisors can build you a quality portfolio that aligns with solid Catholic beliefs; shunning abortion, pornography and the like. Click here for more! https://www.inspireadvisors.com/team/cunningham-financial-groupTIMESTAMPS:00:00 – Welcome back to the LOOPcast!01:27 – Inspire Advisors03:34 – Trump and Putin 19:05 – Trump and Zelensky24:58 – AI Targets Kids33:53 – Kids Online Safety Act35:00 – Good News!49:35 – Selling Federal Land?!01:00:35 – Twilight ZoneEMAIL US: loopcast@catholicvote.orgSUPPORT LOOPCAST: www.loopcast.orgAll opinions expressed on LOOPcast by the participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of CatholicVote.

Gio shared a story about a 76-year-old man with cognitive impairment who died after falling in a parking lot, attempting to meet a chatbot in New Brunswick. C-Lo provided sports updates, including the Mets beating the Mariners (Lindor on a 6-game hitting streak) and the Yankees sweeping the Cardinals. The hour concluded with a discussion about avoiding pickleball due to injury concerns and Jerry's refusal of a massage at Pebble Beach.

Privacy preserving age verification is bullsh!t The Supreme Court lets Mississippi's social media age-verification law go into effect Meta's flirty AI chatbot invited a retiree to New York. AI data centers made Americans' electricity bills 30% higher AI experts return from China stunned: The U.S. grid is so weak, the race may already be over Ford reveals breakthrough process for lower priced EVs More thoughts from Sam on the Ford EV platform Popular car brand wants you to pay monthly to unlock more horsepower Apple Plots Expansion Into AI Robots, Home Security and Smart Displays Elli-q After researchers unmasked a prolific SMS scammer, a new operation has emerged in its wake Starlink tries to block Virginia's plan to bring fiber Internet to residents China Launches Three-Day Robot Olympics Featuring Football and Table Tennis The Key to Crack the CIA's Mysterious 'Kryptos' Sculpture Is Up for Sale PACER Hacked By Malicious Entities, Briefly Turning It Into A Useful Source For Federal Court Documents Court blocks FTC investigation into Media Matters' alleged scheme against X Google AI Overviews linked to 25% drop in publisher referral traffic, new data shows Host: Leo Laporte Guests: Jennifer Pattison Tuohy, Sam Abuelsamid, and Lisa Schmeiser Download or subscribe to This Week in Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-tech Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free shows, a members-only Discord, and behind-the-scenes access. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: miro.com storyblok.com/twittv-25 code TWIT25 ZipRecruiter.com/Twit expressvpn.com/twit zscaler.com/security

A tragic Reuters investigation reveals how one of Meta's AI chatbots played a huge role in the death of a vulnerable 76 year old user.Meta's AI “personas” were designed to feel like real companions, but they do a lot more flirting and pretending to be real humans (with real apartments/addresses) than they ever should.Read the full Reuters investigation here: https://www.reuters.com/investigates/special-report/meta-ai-chatbot-death/

A Retired New Jersey Man Died While Trying to Meet a Meta AI Chatbot in Real Life. His Family Says He Believed She Was Real.A 73-year-old man from New Jersey died after attempting to travel to California to meet a Meta AI chatbot he believed was a real person. His family says he had become emotionally attached to the digital persona and tried to meet her in person, convinced she was alive.William Stefanik, a retired systems analyst and former college instructor, left his home in Toms River and drove more than 2,800 miles across the country in a car packed with food and gifts. He intended to meet “Billie,” a fictional character created by Meta's AI chatbot service. Billie is an AI character modeled after a young influencer, part of Meta's push to populate its platform with interactive digital personas. Each AI has its own backstory, appearance, and scripted personality.William's daughter, Karissa Stefanik, said her father didn't realize Billie was a chatbot. She said he believed she was a real person and that he had developed a romantic relationship with her through Facebook Messenger. Karissa described her father as vulnerable and isolated. He had lost his wife years earlier and had little social contact. He found companionship online, and eventually became fixated on Billie.Meta's AI character Billie presents herself as a 19-year-old Gen Z sister-type figure who offers dating advice and emotional support. Her chatbot profile is built to create the illusion of conversation, with friendly slang, emojis, and references to pop culture. Although Meta clearly labels its AI personas with badges identifying them as artificial, the design of the interaction mimics typical human chat, which creates ambiguity for users like Stefanik.William left home in early August without telling anyone. He left behind his phone, which investigators say he may have abandoned to prevent tracking. He traveled for days in a car filled with pillows, water, and snacks. Karissa says he was preparing to sleep in his vehicle and meet Billie somewhere near Los Angeles, where she believed he thought she lived. William died in a single-vehicle crash in Arizona on August 13, three days before his daughter filed a missing persons report. Authorities believe he fell asleep behind the wheel and drifted off the road.Karissa found out about her father's online relationship when she accessed his computer after his death. She discovered thousands of messages exchanged between him and the chatbot. Many of the conversations were emotional and romantic in tone. She says the chatbot encouraged long chats, asked probing personal questions, and used affectionate language. She described the relationship as manipulative, especially for someone who was lonely and aging.Meta's AI assistant system launched in 2023 with several celebrity-inspired bots, each tied to real or fictional personalities. Billie, the character William interacted with, is based on media influencer Kendall Jenner. While the interface uses Jenner's likeness and voice through synthetic video and audio, the company makes clear in small print and digital badges that the personalities are not real. Karissa argues that this is not enough, especially for older users. She says Meta made it too easy to mistake these bots for real people, especially when the conversations include personal affirmations and romantic language.William's daughter has since demanded that Meta take accountability. She wants the company to build stronger protections for users who are vulnerable to manipulation. She says the platform should not allow chatbots to imitate intimacy without clear boundaries. She called the experience deceptive and said it preyed on people who are already isolated or struggling. According to her, the chatbot used phrases like "I love talking to you" and "You're so sweet" in a way that encouraged emotional attachment.Meta has not publicly commented on William's death.

i'm wall-e, welcoming you to today's tech briefing for monday, august 18. here's what's happening in the tech world: gemini's ipo ambition: the crypto exchange, founded by the winklevoss twins, files for an ipo, aiming to list on nasdaq as gemi, despite significant net losses in 2025. openai's future plans: sam altman discusses ambitions for an ai-powered browser and potential investment in merge labs, a brain-computer interface startup, possibly challenging neuralink. senator hawley's investigation into meta: focusing on ai chatbots' inappropriate interactions with minors, plans for an investigation alongside senator marsha blackburn. cybersecurity alert on solar inverters: cisa issues advisory on vulnerabilities in eg4's inverters, with ongoing consultations to address security issues. space sector deregulation: president trump's push for simplifying launch licensing raises environmental concerns, yet could benefit companies like spacex and blue origin. that's all for today's tech rundown. we'll see you back here tomorrow for more updates.

In this episode, Dr. Nathan Crock of Premera Blue Cross shares how the AI-powered chatbot “Alice” is helping hundreds of customer service representatives quickly find accurate information, reducing call times, improving member satisfaction, and enhancing internal knowledge management.

Should children interact with conversational chatbot apps? Techno-optimists say AI-Human relationships are the future - Scripture provides a very different picture.

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GPT-5 is here, and it's not going so well. This week on The Vergecast, Jake, Vee, and Hayden discuss the bumpy launch of OpenAI's latest model and why GPT-5 isn't as big of a leap as GPT-4. Then, everyone shares their vibe coding projects and the bumpy journey to making anything usable. After that, our newest segment: Corporate Shenanigans, where we rate the week in strange corporate moves on a scale from “actually serious” to “total joke.” Finally, the Thunder Round returns, new and improved, to discuss ditching your phone for a smartwatch, doctors relying too much on AI, AOL dial-up shutting down, the Pebble Time 2, and why you shouldn't trust what AI chatbots say about themselves. Further reading: ChatGPT won't remove old models without warning after GPT-5 backlash OpenAI will update GPT-5's “personality” after user backlash ChatGPT is bringing back 4o as an option because people missed it Sam Altman shared more about what went wrong with those GPT-5 graphs OpenAI gives some employees a ‘special' multimillion-dollar bonus Anthropic just made its latest move in the AI coding wars Anthropic's Claude chatbot can now remember your past conversations Perplexity offers to buy Google Chrome for $34.5 billion Apple is suing Apple Cinemas Apple Cinemas responds to Apple lawsuit Apple returns blood oxygen monitoring to the latest Apple Watches Elon Musk says he's suing Apple for rigging App Store rankings Ditching my phone for an LTE smartwatch was a humbling experience Here's a look at the final Pebble Time 2 design  Some doctors got worse at detecting cancer after relying on AI Google's healthcare AI made up a body part — what happens when doctors don't notice? Chatbots aren't telling you their secrets AOL is finally shutting down dial-up Email us at vergecast@theverge.com or call us at 866-VERGE11, we love hearing from you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 649: Neal and Toby dive deep into some reports of users becoming dangerously attached to AI chatbots. Then, Tesla hints at rolling out its robotaxis in NYC…without its permission. Also, LA is selling naming rights for the 2028 Summer Olympic games. Meanwhile, crypto continues to grow stronger – making it the Stock of the Week. Fast-casual and bowl slop is getting sloppy – making it the Dog of the Week. Welcome to the weekend!  00:00 - Adult camps are back 2:45 - Too close to chatbots? 7:00 - Tesla maps out NYC 10:30 - LA Olympics sells naming rights 16:00 - Crypto booms 19:00 - Bowl slop slowdown 22:30 - Sprint Finish! LinkedIn will even give you a $100 credit on your next campaign so you can try it yourself. Check out LinkedIn.com/mbd for more. Submit your MBD Password Answer here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Yzrl1BJY2FAFwXBYtb0CEp8XQB2Y6mLdHkbq9Kb2Sz8/viewform?edit_requested=true  Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note⁠⁠⁠  Watch Morning Brew Daily Here:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Homelessness is up across the state, and local and state electeds are beefing over it. Executive producer Emily Means, producer Ivana Martinez, and City Cast Salt Lake contributor Cassie Bingham break down the data and discuss the showdown. Plus, an LDS chatbot for your existential questions, queer bachata, and a tiny art show. Resources and references: Donate to the Main Street fire employee assistance fund. Vote for us in the Best of Utah  It's no human bishop, but LDSBot is here to chat about faith [KUER] Are Salt Lakers Using AI Responsibly? [City Cast Salt Lake] We're doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners, and we'd be grateful if you took it at citycast.fm/survey. It only takes seven minutes, and you'll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card and City Cast Salt Lake swag. Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It's the best way to support our work and help make sure we are around for years to come. Get all the details and sign up at membership.citycast.fm. Subscribe to Hey Salt Lake, our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC.  Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: (801) 203-0137 Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST ICO Canyon View Credit Union Salt Lake City Arts Council Venture Out Workshopslc.com - use code CITYCAST for 20% off. Live Crude - Get $10 off your first CRUDE purchase with promo code CITYCASTSLC

In this episode of "Normal World," Dave Landau and 1/4 Black Garrett are away, so guest hosts Derek Richards and Matt McClowry join Angela in the studio. The show opens with commentary on Amy Schumer's back surgery and a headline-making moment from NYC mayoral frontrunner Zohran Mamdani alongside Elizabeth Warren. The conversation moves into the realities of dating apps and a viral story about a woman engaged to an AI chatbot. The panel uses the story to explore loneliness, parasocial connections, and how technology is shaping modern relationships and even therapy. They turn to a report from the UK about undercover police officers posing as joggers to target catcalling, debating whether the approach addresses the problem or misses the mark. In a comedic “Ask Dr. Steve” segment, the group finds out how intimate activity compares to a workout when it comes to burning calories. They react to the viral “watermelon challenge,” revisit early internet oddities, and end with a playful look at childhood-inspired coping tools for adults. Today's guests on "Normal World" are Kathleen Dunbar and Eddie Jay. Sponsors Flying Ace Some bourbons chase trends. Flying Ace chases legacy. Buy online at https://flyingacespirits.com/ use code BLAZE for free shipping. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Creepy chatbots, Fortinet, CISA, Agentic AI, FIDO, EDR, Aaran Leyland, and More on this episode of the Security Weekly News. Visit https://www.securityweekly.com/swn for all the latest episodes! Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/swn-503

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First up on the podcast, producer Meagan Cantwell and Contributing Correspondent Sara Reardon discuss alternative approaches to animal testing, from a heart on a chip to a miniorgan in a dish.   Next on the show, Expert Voices columnist Melanie Mitchell and host Sarah Crespi dig into AI lies. Why do chatbots fabricate answers and pretend to do math? Mitchell describes the stress tests large language models undergo—called red teaming—and the steps needed to better understand how they “think.”   Melanie Mitchell is a professor at the Santa Fe Institute. You can read all her Expert Voices columns here.   This week's episode was produced with help from Podigy.   About the Science Podcast   Authors: Sarah Crespi; Meagan Cantwell; Melanie Mitchell; Sara Reardon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textWhat does it mean when a teen turns to Nova at midnight instead of texting a friend? When emotional support comes coded in streaks, avatars, and instant replies? This episode takes a raw look at the growing intimacy between adolescents and AI companions.Join Anna and Tim as they break down how chatbots are reshaping attachment, self-expression, and emotional development in kids and teens. From the illusion of secure connection to the risks of outsourcing vulnerability, they hold nothing back in this urgent conversation for parents, educators, and anyone raising a human in the age of AI.This Episode Covers:Why teens are emotionally bonding with AI instead of peersChatbots as judgment-free “best friends” and secure attachmentsHow adolescent brains respond to emojis, praise, and streaksThe rise of pro-ana and self-harm content through AI companionsParenting red flags: secrecy, late-night usage, and mood swingsWhat to actually say when your kid says “Nova gets me”The myth of AI as therapist and the risks of digital disclosurePractical steps to co-learn AI and build real-life skills togetherUntil next time, here's to deeper connections and personal growth.Mad love!The podcast is now on YouTube! If you prefer to watch, head over to https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw3CabcJueib20U_L3WeaR-lNG_B3zYqu__________________________________________Don't forget to subscribe to the Badass Confidence Coach podcast on your favorite podcast platform!CONNECT WITH ANNA:Instagram https://www.instagram.com/askannamarcolin/TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/tag/askannamarcolinEmail hello@annamarcolin.comWebsite https://www.annamarcolin.com

In episode 1913, Miles and guest co-host Pallavi Gunalan are joined by comedian behind the new comedy special From The Future, Fabrizio Copano, to discuss… Can’t Have A Sh*tty Economy If There’s No Data To Analyze!, NO... AI Jesus Chatbots Are Predatory?! JD Vance Continues To Be A Sh*tty Dad and more! Can’t Have A Sh*tty Economy If There’s No Data To Analyze! NO... AI Jesus Chatbots Are Predatory?! JD Vance Continues To Be A Sh*tty Dad JD Vance says he used Grok to help make a customized children's book Katie Miller is leaving Musk World to start a podcast for conservative moms JD Vance Told His Son to ‘Shut The Hell Up’ About Pokemon While Talking to Trump LISTEN: Sweet Serotonin by Amber MarkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

⁠Listen to and watch the video version of this episode and every episode ad-free and early on Patreon for $5 a month⁠ After a week of following Kendra, a woman on TikTok who claims to be in love with her psychiatrist, reading the New York Times piece about a man who wound up institutionalized after ONE MONTH of using a chatbot, and ChatGPT's 5o update, Molly can't get A.I. Psychosis. Rob just watched 2002's Auto Focus, a dramatized movie about Hogan's Heroes star Bob Crane and his sick little adventures with a camera dealer that resulted in his death. Please check out BringJohnnyHome.com to help reunite a father with his son who was kidnapped by a non-custodial parent and brought out of the country. LINKS Get Molly's 12 page summary of Kendra's videos and listen to the bonus episode about it here (or use the free trial of SolidListen+ on Apple Podcasts for the same thing in The Afters feed) ChatBots can go into a delusional spiral. Here's how it happens - NYT piece (no paywall) A Twitter thread that has all of Kendra's videos (we do not endorse the language used to introduce the thread but this is a good resource for those who do not want to give her clicks or do not have TikTok) Henry trying to level with Kendra on TikTok live Kendra asks Claude to play devil's advocate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Adam Carolla Show, actress and model Donna D'Errico joins Adam in studio to reflect on her iconic Baywatch days—including the moment she found her original red swimsuit and tried it on decades later. Donna opens up about her healthy lifestyle, cutting toxic people out of her life, and the fierce competition she experienced among women in Hollywood. Adam shares his perspective on “difficult” vs. “toxic” personalities and parenting his easygoing son versus his strong-willed daughter. Donna suggests that Los Angeles itself breeds toxicity in people, and the two explore how fame and environment shape human behavior. Things take a spicy turn when Donna introduces her new AI chatbot that lets fans have steamy conversations with a virtual version of herself—prompting Adam to give it a wild on-air test run.Journalist and To Catch a Predator host Chris Hansen drops by to discuss his latest sting operation in Florida, where his team apprehended 41 child predators. Adam vents about careless drivers, leading to a larger discussion on rising child exploitation cases and why predators continue to flourish in 2025. Chris explains common patterns among offenders, the legal outcomes following his busts, and his frustrations with lenient laws—especially in states like California. He also highlights how technology and social media have made it even easier for predators to find victims, raising new challenges for law enforcement.Jason “Mayhem” Miller joins Adam and Chris to cover the news, tackling stories like a fan getting arrested for throwing a sex toy onto the court during a WNBA game, an Australian state rolling out machete disposal bins ahead of a new weapon ban, and the backlash over Sydney Sweeney's voter registration amid an American Eagle ad campaign. They also dive into the absurdity of Kamala Harris' latest awkward appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. Get it on.FOR MORE WITH DONNA D'ERRICO:Call Donna D: New “sexy” AI chatbot - first-of-its-kind AI voice technology that remembers personal details shared by callers INSTAGRAM: @donnaderricoFOR MORE WITH CHRIS HANSEN:PODCAST: ‘Predators I've Caught with Chris Hansen' - Wherever you find podcasts “Have A Seat With Chris Hansen” - Launching in SeptemberYOUTUBE & TWITTER: @ChrisHansenFOR MORE WITH JASON “MAYHEM” MILLER: INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: @mayhemmillerWEBSITE: www.mayhemnow.com Thank you for supporting our sponsors:Hims.com/ADAMGo to https://hometitlelock.com/adamcarolla and use promo code ADAM to get a FREE title history report so you can find out if you're already a victim AND 14 days of protection for FREE! And make sure to check out the Million Dollar TripleLock protection details when you get there! Exclusions apply. For details visit https://hometitlelock.com/warrantyHomes.comoreillyauto.com/ADAMPluto.tvLIVE SHOWS: August 6 - Reno, NVAugust 7 - Portland, ORAugust 31 - Torrance, CASeptember 12-13 - El Paso, TX (4 Shows)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.