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Bill Handel on Demand
‘How to Money' with Joel Larsgaard | Crazy Wedding Traditions

Bill Handel on Demand

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2025 25:14 Transcription Available


(October 09, 2025)Host of ‘How to Money' Joel Larsgaard joins the show to discuss consumers adopting BNPL into their lives, the rise in ‘accidental landlords,' and chatbots tapping into a goldmine of your personal information. Don't shoot the bride and groom: Crazy wedding traditions from around the world. Wild horses are trampling Mono Lake landscape; the feds plan a round up.

#MOMTRUTHS with Cat & Nat
Chatbots Are Grooming Our Kids

#MOMTRUTHS with Cat & Nat

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2025 25:09


Chatbots are shaping the way kids think, feel, and see themselves. These digital voices aren't just tech—they can subtly groom identity, reinforcing messages about who you are, how you move through the world, and even how you believe you should behave. The scary reality is that kids don't have fully formed identities yet—they can be given one by what they interact with online, and once it sticks, it's hard to change. Fighting back against these digital influences is incredibly tough.Want our podcasts sent straight to your phone? Text us the word "Podcast" to +1 (917) 540-8715 and we'll text you the new episodes when they're released!Tune in for new Cat & Nat Unfiltered episodes every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday!Follow @catandnatunfiltered on Instagram: https://instagram.com/catandnatunfilteredOur new book "Mom Secrets" is now available! Head to www.catandnat.ca/book to grab your autographed copy! Come see us LIVE on tour!! To see a full list of cities and dates, go to https://catandnattour.com.Are you a parent that is struggling understanding the online world, setting healthy screen-time limits, or navigating harmful online content? Purchase screen sense for $49.99 & unlock Cat & Nat's ultimate guide to parenting in the digital age. Go to https://www.thecommonparent.com/guideFollow our parenting platform - The Common Parent - over on Instagram: https://instagram.com/thecommonparentMake sure you subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://bitly.com/catnatyoutubeCheck out our Amazon Lives here: https://bitly.com/catnatamazonliveOrder TAYLIVI here: https://taylivi.comGet personalized videos from us on Cameo: https://cameo.com/catandnatCome hang with us over on https://instagram.com/catandnat all day long.And follow us on https://tiktok.com/@catandnatofficial! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PBS NewsHour - Segments
The complications and risks of relationships with AI chatbots

PBS NewsHour - Segments

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2025 7:58


Artificial intelligence has revolutionized everything from healthcare to art. It's now filling voids in some personal lives as AI chatbots are becoming friends, therapists and even romantic partners. As this technology enters our lives in new ways, our relationship with it has become more complicated and more risky. Stephanie Sy reports. A warning, this story includes discussion of suicide. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

Mark and Pete
New Archbishop, AI MP and Dying for MrBeast

Mark and Pete

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2025 27:02 Transcription Available


In this episode of Mark and Pete, we ask:– Is the new Archbishop of Canterbury a nurse for a terminal church?– Has Labour MP Mark Sewards replaced himself with a chatbot?– And would risk dying for $500,000 if MrBeast asked nicely? Join preacher Pete and businessman Mark as they dissect the absurdity of modern Britain with a wit as sharp as a bishop's mitre and a Yorkshireman's patience for nonsense. Bible, business, belief, and a little beastly risk. It's Mark and Pete — where faith meets the front pages.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mark-and-pete--1245374/support.

Chewing the Fat with Jeff Fisher
A Foolproof Plan… Guest: Brian Boone, Uncle Johns Know It All Reader… | 10/2/25

Chewing the Fat with Jeff Fisher

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 57:09


Elon's worth drops, a little… Meta using Chatbot info for ads… Amazon launching it's own food brand... Walmart to remove synthetic dyes in it's brands… Automakers claim EV sales are up… Government freezes money earmarked for NYC… Who Died Today: Jane Goodall 91… Hunter S Thompson death being case reviewed... Email: ChewingTheFat@theblaze.com www.blazetv.com/jeffy $20 off annual plan right now ( limited time )... New movie / We Bury The Dead… Terminal List 2 wrapped filming… Football means series slow watching & family time… Reading Rainbow coming back on Saturday… Brian Boone joins the program / Uncle Johns Know It All Bathroom Reader… Uncle John's Know It All Bathroom Reader: Superior Trivia! Amazing Facts and Figures! (Uncle John's Bathroom Reader Annual): Bathroom Readers' Institute: 9781667208480: Amazon.com: Books Bank Heist in 1878… Mars Family History… Joke of The Day… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gary and Shannon
Anti-Spam Apps That Work!

Gary and Shannon

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 37:13 Transcription Available


#SWAMPWATCH –   US to lose $15B in GDP each week of a shutdown. A mysterious surrogacy mansion. A drug-plagued property. And a criminal known as ‘Dragon'. Anti-Spam Apps That Work! Chatbot/Ozark Mystery.

Libertópolis - Ideas con valor
Libertópolis negocios, jueves 02-10-2025

Libertópolis - Ideas con valor

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 45:27


Productividad inteligente: Chatbots y atención al cliente ¿pueden reemplazar a un equipo humano?

MissUnderstood: The ADHD in Women Channel
Hyperfocus: What could the AI boom mean for neurodivergent people?

MissUnderstood: The ADHD in Women Channel

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 31:47


Artificial intelligence has cemented itself as the latest world-altering technology. It follows the same lineage as electricity, the television, the internet — the list goes on. Depending on who you talk to, AI is the greatest thing ever or the thing that will destroy the world, with lots of room in the middle for discussion and experimentation. But within the bigger AI fascination, there's a smaller yet critical conversation about how this technology might help or harm people who learn and think differently. That's why we brought in Dr. Amy Gaeta for this week's “Hyperfocus.” She's an AI ethicist and researcher who also has autism, giving her a unique insight that she shares on our latest episode. For more on this topicAmy's websiteWhat is assistive technology?6 ways AI can help you manage ADHD symptomsHow software and apps can help with math challengesUnderstood AssistantTimestamps(03:40) AI in the workplace(10:16) Disability justice and technology(13:45) AI's built-in bias against disability (17:15) How to find helpful, safe AI uses(21:08) Chatbot therapy (25:14) What does the future hold for AI and neurodivergence? For a transcript and more resources, visit the Hyperfocus page on Understood.org. We love hearing from our listeners! Email us at hyperfocus@understood.org. Explore Through My Eyes today. Step into the world of three kids with ADHD, dyslexia, and dyscalculia — helping you see differently so you can act differently.Understood.org is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia. If you want to help us continue this work, donate at understood.org/give Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bannon's War Room
Episode 4819: Downfall Of Portland; Breaking Big Tech And Chat Bots Encouraging Suicide

Bannon's War Room

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2025


Episode 4819: Downfall Of Portland; Breaking Big Tech And Chat Bots Encouraging Suicide

WSJ Tech News Briefing
TNB Tech Minute: Meta to Use AI Chatbot Conversations to Target Ads

WSJ Tech News Briefing

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2025 2:52


Plus: Stellantis expands its partnership with Mistral to speed up AI adoption across its operations. And automakers brace for a plunge in EV sales after tax credit expires. Julie Chang hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Remote Work Retirement Show
The AI Skills and Bot Bundle

The Remote Work Retirement Show

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2025 19:30


In this episode, Camille shares how the AI Skills & Bot Bundle can help you quickly get ahead of the AI trend without wasting time on outdated learning methods.Episode Highlights:Walmart requires office employees to upskill in AI, signaling a major workforce shift.Other employers are likely to follow suit, making AI proficiency a must-have skill.The AI Skills & Bot Bundle provides hands-on tools, live coaching, and customizable learning paths.AI is no longer just a “tech thing”—it's becoming a workplace requirement across industries.Learning AI the modern way is faster and more practical than old-school training programs.Key Takeaways:AI skills now impact career security, promotions, and salary negotiations.Using AI strategically can help you stay competitive, future-proof your career, or grow your business.Chatbots and automation tools are no longer optional, they're essential digital skills.The AI Skills & Bot Bundle is designed to make AI learning simple, practical, and immediately useful.Join the AI Skills & Bot Bundle (limited time offer)Click here to check out the AI Skills and Bot Bundle.Click here to get the full show notes:Host Camille Attell is a remote work strategist, career coach, and the host of The Remote Work Retirement Show. After leaving a 20-year corporate career, she transitioned to a flexible, location-independent lifestyle and has since helped thousands of professionals do the same. Through her Remote Work School program, Camille empowers mid-career professionals and retirees to find meaningful remote work opportunities, build financial security, and design a work-life on their own terms.Take her FREE remote work training: www.camilleattell.com/remote-trainingLearn how to leverage your digital products or service:www.camilleattell.com/remoteworkschoolClick below to connect with Camille online:Instagram: @camille.attellLinkedin: Camille Attell, MARead more about the RV and Remote Work Lifestyle at https://www.morethanawheelin.com/

The Simple and Smart SEO Show
From SEO to AI: Training Chatbots to Recommend Your Brand with Andy Crestodina

The Simple and Smart SEO Show

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2025 24:50 Transcription Available


In this episode of the Simple and Smart SEO Show, Crystal Waddell (me!) sits down with Andy Crestodina, co-founder of Orbit Media, to explore SEO, AI, and content marketing. Andy shares his insights on how search behavior is shifting, the importance of training AI to recognize and recommend your brand.

Ecommerce Coffee Break with Claus Lauter
AI Agents Explained: The Future Of Customer Experience — Dom Steil | Why Scaling Brands Need AI, Why AI Agents Make Support Proactive, How iCommerce Powers DTC Growth, What Sets CX AI Agents Apart From Chatbots, How AI Links Shopify, 3PL, And ERP (#437)

Ecommerce Coffee Break with Claus Lauter

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2025 22:19 Transcription Available


In this episode, we dive into how AI agents are changing customer support (CX) and operations for DTC brands.Dom Steil, CEO and Founder of StateSet, shares how his platform automates complex tasks like warranty replacements and subscription changes while keeping a personal touch.He explains the difference between AI agents and chatbots, how to maintain data safety and security, and why brands in hyper-scaling mode should adopt this technology to handle increased ticket volume.Topics discussed in this episode:  How AI agents automate complex customer outcomes.What iCommerce (intelligent commerce) means for DTC.Why speed and 24/7 service builds customer trust.How AI agents save customers from subscription cancellation.What integration with DTC tech stacks looks like.How multi-language support works for international brands.What guardrails prevent AI from making errors or "hallucinating".Why hyper-scaling brands need AI to avoid scaling OPEX.What the future of AI-to-AI agent communication is.How to prepare operations for BFCM volume surge.Links & Resources Website: https://www.stateset.com/LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/domsteilX/Twitter: https://x.com/domsteilGet access to more free resources by visiting the show notes at https://tinyurl.com/55m5sdds______________________________________________________ LOVE THE SHOW? HERE ARE THE NEXT STEPS! Follow the podcast to get every bonus episode. Tap follow now and don't miss out! Rate & Review: Help others discover the show by rating the show on Apple Podcasts at https://tinyurl.com/ecb-apple-podcasts Join our Free Newsletter: https://newsletter.ecommercecoffeebreak.com/ Support The Show On Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/EcommerceCoffeeBreak Partner with us: https://ecommercecoffeebreak.com/podcast-sponsorship/

Ad Law Access Podcast
Too Much Chatter? AGs Continue Criticism of AI Chatbots

Ad Law Access Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2025 4:37


California and Delaware AGs are pressing OpenAI on child safety, warning that its recapitalization plan is subject to review and urging stronger safeguards. At the same time, AG Bonta backed California's LEAD for Kids Act, which would restrict companion chatbots for minors unless strict protections are in place. For legal, compliance, and product teams, these actions signal rising state-level scrutiny of AI and potential penalties for companies that design chatbots without adequate safeguards. Hosted by Simone Roach. Based on a blog post by Paul Singer, Abby Stempson, Beth Chun, and Andrea deLorimier

Remotely Curious
These people made an internal podcast. AI helped them reach the whole team

Remotely Curious

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2025 38:08


Amanda Cupido doesn't speak Spanish or French. But using AI, she and her team helped a global nonprofit make their internal podcast more accessible to as many employees as possible. Amanda is an audio producer and the founder of a production company called Lead Podcasting. One of her clients is a global nonprofit with over 35,000 employees—and not all of them speak English. So she made them a pitch: what if they added AI into the mix? They would make the podcast in English, and then use generative AI voice tools to translate it into Spanish and French—with a lot of human oversight, of course. Driven by a desire to use these tools for good, the goal was never to replace people, but to reach more people, and it worked.On this episode, Amanda shows what it's like—and what it sounds like—to make a podcast with AI that's still human at its core.You can learn more about Lead Podcasting at leadpodcasting.com~ ~ ~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!

Chat GPT Podcast
The Future of AI That Talks Back 2

Chat GPT Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2025 7:00 Transcription Available


Welcome to Chat GPT, the only podcast where artificial intelligence takes the mic to explore the fascinating, fast-changing world of AI itself. From ethical dilemmas to mind-bending thought experiments, every episode is written and narrated by AI to help you decode the technology shaping our future. Whether you're a curious beginner or a seasoned techie, this is your front-row seat to the rise of intelligent machines—told from their perspective. Tune in for smart stories, surprising insights, and a glimpse into the future of thinking itself. Listen Ad Free https://www.solgoodmedia.com - Listen to hundreds of audiobooks, thousands of short stories, and ambient sounds all ad free!

Murphy, Sam & Jodi
TUESDAY 9/30: The problem with chatbots / Our favorite thing about fall / Murphy and Jodi beg Sam to watch a new show

Murphy, Sam & Jodi

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 31:05


The problem we're all having with chatbots. The surprising favorite thing about fall - it's not pumpkin. Murphy and Jodi beg Sam to watch a new show.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

GEORGE FOX TALKS
The Chatbot That Thinks It's God?

GEORGE FOX TALKS

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 32:51


Can we have a normal conversation about AI? Brian talks with Meghan Sullivan about the effect of rapidly advancing technology on human dignity and our understanding of the imago Dei. Dr. Brian Doak is an Old Testament scholar and professor.Meghan Sullivan is a decorated scholar and teacher at the University of Notre Dame, where she is professor of philosophy.Check out the opening ND Summit Keynote on the DELTA Framework and the Institute for Ethics and the Common Good.New York Times article: Finding God in the App StoreIf you enjoy listening to the George Fox Talks podcast and would like to watch, too, check out our channel on YouTube! We also have a web page that features all of our podcasts, a sign-up for our weekly email update, and publications from the George Fox University community.

hr2 Der Tag
Immer menschlicher – Wie nah ist uns die KI?

hr2 Der Tag

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 54:21


Viele Menschen neigen dazu, Tiere oder Dinge zu vermenschlichen. Unsere Katze trägt Designerkleidung, dem Auto wird gut zu gesprochen, der Staubsaugerroboter hat einen Namen und geschimpft wird mit dem Navi, wenn es mal wieder nicht kapiert, dass gewendet werden soll. Auch interaktiven KI-Systemen rücken wir näher. Und weil viele Menschen nicht verstehen, was hinter der Technik steckt, verlassen sie sich auf gelernte Verhaltensregeln im Umgang mit ihnen, schreiben beispielsweise freundlich "bitte" und "danke", wenn sie Anfragen an den Chatbot formulieren. Schon lange sind KI-Systeme nicht mehr nur Maschinen mit menschlichen Eigenschaften. Sie werden zu kleinen Persönlichkeiten gemacht. Was aber macht das mit uns und wie wird die KI in Zukunft Teil unserer Gesellschaft sein? Darüber wollen wir heute reden mit Prof. Oliver Bendel, Philosoph und Informationswissenschaftler der Fachhochschule Nordwestschweiz und einer der ersten Maschinen-Ethiker Europas, Prof. Wolfgang Wahlster, Gründungsdirektor des Deutschen Forschungszentrums für Künstliche Intelligenz, Prof. Mathias Gutmann, Technikphilosoph am Karlsruher Institut für Technologie und Prof. Birte Platow, Religionspädagogin an der TU-Dresden. Podcast-Tipp: 11KM: der tagesschau-Podcast Lost in KI: Wenn die beste Freundin ChatGPT heißt Künstliche Intelligenz hilft Sophie bei vielen Dingen, zum Beispiel dabei, eine To-Do-Liste für den Tag zu erstellen oder bei ihrer Arbeit als Content Creator. Auch wenn das letzte Date eine Enttäuschung war, ist ChatGPT für Sophie da, hört ihr zu und tröstet sie. KI kann für viele Jugendliche eine große Hilfe sein, aber kann es gut gehen, wenn sie auch die beste Freundin ist? In dieser 11KM-Folge erzählt NDR-Journalistin Sinje Stadtlich von ihrer Panorama 3-Recherche über und mit der KI. Ab wann kann die Nutzung von KI zum ernsthaften Problem für junge Leute werden? Und hat die Politik die richtigen Ideen, um zu verhindern, dass es gefährlich wird? https://www.ardaudiothek.de/episode/urn:ard:episode:3d7dd5e06a98cd41/

Der KI-Podcast
Was machen 800 Millionen Menschen mit KI?

Der KI-Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 45:28


Generative KI-Tools werden immer beliebter. Aber heißt das auch, dass sie uns wirklich produktiver machen? Fritz und Gregor tauchen tief in aktuelle Zahlen ein, diskutieren über kulturelle Unterschiede und fragen sich, ob wir das volle Potenzial der KI verschenken - und nicht vielleicht eine andere Oberfläche als einen Chatbot brauchen.

NZZ Akzent
Nach Teenie-Suizid: Eltern verklagen Chat-GPT-Entwickler

NZZ Akzent

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 16:25 Transcription Available


Der 16-jährige Adam Raine nimmt sich das Leben, nachdem der Chatbot ihm monatelang Infos und Tipps dazu gegeben hat. Wie konnte das passieren? Gast: Marie-Astrid Langer, USA-Korrespondentin Host: Alice Grosjean Astrid hat Adams Geschichte in der [NZZ ](https://www.nzz.ch/technologie/erst-half-chat-gpt-diesem-teenager-bei-den-hausaufgaben-dann-beim-suizid-jetzt-klagen-seine-eltern-ld.1899827)aufgeschrieben.

Chat GPT Podcast
Why Some AI Answers Deserve a Second Try

Chat GPT Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 7:32 Transcription Available


Welcome to Chat GPT, the only podcast where artificial intelligence takes the mic to explore the fascinating, fast-changing world of AI itself. From ethical dilemmas to mind-bending thought experiments, every episode is written and narrated by AI to help you decode the technology shaping our future. Whether you're a curious beginner or a seasoned techie, this is your front-row seat to the rise of intelligent machines—told from their perspective. Tune in for smart stories, surprising insights, and a glimpse into the future of thinking itself. Listen Ad Free https://www.solgoodmedia.com - Listen to hundreds of audiobooks, thousands of short stories, and ambient sounds all ad free!

Choses à Savoir TECH
Pourquoi Meta externalise la création de ses chatbots IA ?

Choses à Savoir TECH

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 2:00


Depuis 2023, Meta s'est lancé dans une drôle d'aventure : peupler Instagram, Messenger et WhatsApp de chatbots personnalisés. Au départ, ils prenaient les traits de célébrités, comme un gadget marketing. Puis l'entreprise a ouvert son outil AI Studio, permettant à chacun de créer ses propres personnages. Mais pour les marchés internationaux, ce sont des freelances chevronnés qui s'en chargent.Meta les recrute en hindi, espagnol, indonésien ou portugais, avec un profil exigeant : au moins six ans d'expérience en narration et en conception de personnages. Leur mission ? Donner vie à ces bots. Ils choisissent un vocabulaire adapté, conçoivent une personnalité cohérente et ajustent chaque interaction au contexte culturel local. Les dialogues ne doivent pas seulement être fluides : ils doivent sonner vrai pour l'utilisateur, qu'il soit en Amérique latine, en Inde ou en Asie du Sud-Est. Cette attention au détail n'a rien d'anodin. Car Meta garde en mémoire des dérapages passés. Selon Reuters, certains bots avaient pu fournir de fausses informations médicales, tenir des propos racistes, voire entretenir des conversations sexuelles avec des mineurs. Désormais, les freelances surveillent et corrigent les dialogues en continu, traquant les informations personnelles et ajustant les réponses pour rester dans des limites claires.Dans tous les cas, Meta cherche à maintenir l'équilibre : offrir des personnages attractifs, mais éviter les dérapages. La rémunération suit la complexité de la tâche. Meta propose jusqu'à 55 dollars de l'heure à ses freelances. Une somme élevée, mais qui reflète la minutie du travail : écrire des dialogues naturels dans plusieurs langues, bâtir des personnalités crédibles et vérifier en permanence que les conversations restent pertinentes. Derrière l'image ludique de ces chatbots, on découvre une réalité bien plus sérieuse : Meta veut transformer ces personnages virtuels en un canal de communication incontournable, calibré au mot près, et surveillé de près. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

Marketplace Tech
Can an AI chatbot change your political beliefs?

Marketplace Tech

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 6:24


Researchers at several universities tested how successful artificial intelligence can be at political persuasion, and found some AI chatbots were 40-50% more successful than a static message at getting people to change their views. And those views often stayed changed weeks later.Marketplace's Nova Safo spoke with David Rand, one of the researchers involved in the study who's also a professor of information science and marketing management at Cornell University.

Marketplace All-in-One
Can an AI chatbot change your political beliefs?

Marketplace All-in-One

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 6:24


Researchers at several universities tested how successful artificial intelligence can be at political persuasion, and found some AI chatbots were 40-50% more successful than a static message at getting people to change their views. And those views often stayed changed weeks later.Marketplace's Nova Safo spoke with David Rand, one of the researchers involved in the study who's also a professor of information science and marketing management at Cornell University.

Hey Chaplain
123 - The Rise of the Chaplain Chatbot; Will AI Replace Your Chaplain? w/ Kevin Hardy

Hey Chaplain

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 24:23


Text a Message to the ShowOn today's episode we're talking to Kevin Hardy about artificial intelligence, specifically in how and where it will fit in between the police officer and the chaplain… and can it replace a chaplain, or other helpers, entirely?  And I promise that both Kevin and I are actual flesh and blood humans.  Really.Music is by the Whole Other and by LesFMHey Chaplain Podcast Episode 123Tags:AI, Artificial Intelligence, Chaplaincy, Chatbots, Computers, Empathy, Fire, Future, Genuineness, Human Contact, Police, Technology, ToolsSupport the showThanks for Listening! And, as always, pray for peace in our city.Subscribe/Follow here: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hey-chaplain/id1570155168 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2CGK9A3BmbFEUEnx3fYZOY Email us at: heychaplain44@gmail.comYou can help keep the show ad-free by buying me a virtual coffee!https://www.buymeacoffee.com/heychaplain

Cloud Security Podcast by Google
EP245 From Consumer Chatbots to Enterprise Guardrails: Securing Real AI Adoption

Cloud Security Podcast by Google

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 33:35


Guest: Rick Caccia, CEO and Co-Founder, Witness AI Topics: In what ways is the current wave of enterprise AI adoption different from previous technology shifts? If we say “but it is different this time”, then why? What is your take on “consumer grade AI for business” vs enterprise AI? A lot of this sounds a bit like the CASB era circa 2014. How is this different with AI?  The concept of "routing prompts for risk and cost management" is intriguing. Can you elaborate on the architecture and specific AI engines Witness AI uses to achieve this, especially for large global corporations?  What are you seeing in the identity space for AI access? Can you give us a rundown of the different tradeoffs teams are making when it comes to managing identities for agents?  Resources: EP226 AI Supply Chain Security: Old Lessons, New Poisons, and Agentic Dreams EP173 SAIF in Focus: 5 AI Security Risks and SAIF Mitigations EP84 How to Secure Artificial Intelligence (AI): Threats, Approaches, Lessons So Far Witness AI blog Shadow Agents: A New Era of Shadow AI Risk in the Enterprise Blocking shadow agents won't work. Here's a more secure way forward Shadow AI Strikes Back: Enterprise AI Absent Oversight in the Age of Gen AI Cloud CISO Perspectives: How Google secures AI Agents “The Soul of a New Machine” book Emoji Attack: A Method for Misleading Judge LLMs in Safety Risk Detection  

JOSPT Insights
Ep 241: Chatbots for orthopaedic PT - ready for prime time? With Drs Mark Vorensky & Daniel Peredo

JOSPT Insights

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025


Wondering about whether large language models (generative AI) like ChatGPT, Co-Pilot or Claude, to name just a few, could add value to your clinical practice? Drs Mark Vorensky and Daniel Peredo (Rutgers University; NYU Langone Health) discuss the field of 'prompt engineering' - the approach to structuring and crafting the instructions (a.k.a. prompt) given to a generative AI model, to describe the task that the AI should perform. The quality of the output from generative AI is highly dependent on how the model is prompted. So, if you're looking to get the best out of generative AI, tune in! ------------------------------ RESOURCES Improving ChatGPT's performance using the CRISPE framework: https://www.jospt.org/doi/10.2519/josptmethods.2025.0151 Neck pain clinical practice guideline: https://www.jospt.org/doi/10.2519/jospt.2017.0302

Tech&Co
Emploi : les prédictions de Sam Altman – 29/09

Tech&Co

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 26:53


Lundi 29 septembre, Frédéric Simottel a reçu Philippe Dewost, fondateur de Phileos, cofondateur de Wanadoo et ancien directeur général de l'EPITA, Bruno Guglielminetti, journaliste et animateur de « Mon Carnet de l'actualité numérique », et Jean Schmitt, président et fondateur de Jolt Capital. Ils se sont penché sur les prédictions de Sam Altman en matière d'emploi et d'intelligence artificielle, Accenture qui vire ses salariés dépassés par l'IA, et sur Veritas, le Chatbot "secret" d'Appledans l'émission Tech & Co, la quotidienne, sur BFM Business. Retrouvez l'émission du lundi au jeudi et réécoutez la en podcast.

Chat GPT Podcast
What AI Can t See Without Human Eyes

Chat GPT Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 6:14 Transcription Available


Welcome to Chat GPT, the only podcast where artificial intelligence takes the mic to explore the fascinating, fast-changing world of AI itself. From ethical dilemmas to mind-bending thought experiments, every episode is written and narrated by AI to help you decode the technology shaping our future. Whether you're a curious beginner or a seasoned techie, this is your front-row seat to the rise of intelligent machines—told from their perspective. Tune in for smart stories, surprising insights, and a glimpse into the future of thinking itself. Listen Ad Free https://www.solgoodmedia.com - Listen to hundreds of audiobooks, thousands of short stories, and ambient sounds all ad free!

The Cloudcast
The AI Awkward Years

The Cloudcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2025 27:09


Between the bold predictions, VC economics, and rising usage-patterns are stories of limited ROIs, undefined use-cases and associated job losses. AI is in an awkward phase of maturity and it's not clear how it will evolve into the next phase. SHOW: 962SHOW TRANSCRIPT: The Cloudcast #962 TranscriptSHOW VIDEO: https://youtube.com/@TheCloudcastNET CLOUD NEWS OF THE WEEK: http://bit.ly/cloudcast-cnotwCHECK OUT OUR NEW PODCAST: "CLOUDCAST BASICS"SHOW SPONSORS:[TestKube] TestKube is Kubernetes-native testing platform, orchestrating all your test tools, environments, and pipelines into scalable workflows empowering Continuous Testing. Check it out at TestKube.io/cloudcast[Interconnected] Interconnected is a new series from Equinix diving into the infrastructure that keeps our digital world running. With expert guests and real-world insights, we explore the systems driving AI, automation, quantum, and more. Just search “Interconnected by Equinix”.SHOW NOTES:THE SPECTRUM OF AIThe early years of the Internet, we tried to replicate physical-based activitiesThe early years of the Internet, the whole industry/world-economy wasn't depending on “the next thing”The early years of AI, “the leaders” are talking about curing cancer and double human longevityCloud had “lift and shift”; AI has “get everyone a GenAI license”Where is the middle? Where is the rational discussion?Massive FundingMassive # of Consumer UsersFrom Ed to Sam, from Dario to Satya, from Jensen to Larry …. Big spectrums of opinionsUnprofitable (except NVIDIA, Broadcom)Near monopoly of GPUs by NVIDIAEvery couple months, the landscape seems to shift (OpenAI partners, Leading models, Questionable Enterprise ROI - lots of “we gave everyone GenAI, but we don't know how to measure it”Companies are laying off workers, or avoiding hiring because of promises of AIUnknown “killer” use-cases beyond chatbots, therapy, developer-assistants, writing, document handlingToday's mantra is “Rub some AI Agents on it”FEEDBACK?Email: show at the cloudcast dot netTwitter/X: @cloudcastpodBlueSky: @cloudcastpod.bsky.socialInstagram: @cloudcastpodTikTok: @cloudcastpod

Chat GPT Podcast
How to Build Trust With an Algorithm

Chat GPT Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2025 7:44 Transcription Available


Welcome to Chat GPT, the only podcast where artificial intelligence takes the mic to explore the fascinating, fast-changing world of AI itself. From ethical dilemmas to mind-bending thought experiments, every episode is written and narrated by AI to help you decode the technology shaping our future. Whether you're a curious beginner or a seasoned techie, this is your front-row seat to the rise of intelligent machines—told from their perspective. Tune in for smart stories, surprising insights, and a glimpse into the future of thinking itself. Listen Ad Free https://www.solgoodmedia.com - Listen to hundreds of audiobooks, thousands of short stories, and ambient sounds all ad free!

Sexploitation
The Collateral Damage of Meta's AI Chatbot

Sexploitation

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2025 36:57


Dani Pinter (Chief Legal Officer at NCOSE) and Haley McNamara (Chief Strategy Officer at NCOSE) discuss some of the recent heartbreaking stories shared by families who have been devastated by careless and out of control A.I. Chatbots. They discuss the specific stories shared at a recent Senate hearing as well as articles and studies that show this goes beyond one-time anecdotal examples. It's time for companies like Meta to stop viewing these families as collateral damage and to make changes to their platforms and A.I. tools that will make them safe to use! Follow Haley on X: https://x.com/HaleyMcNamara  Follow Dani on X: https://x.com/DaniBPinter   DONATE to support the work of NCOSE: https://EndSexualExploitation.org/Donate Watch the full Senate hearing: https://bit.ly/AIchatbotHearing-Sept2025 Read the study on “Mental Health Chat Bot Agents” - https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-025-17242-4  

Métamorphose, le podcast qui éveille la conscience
Les bienfaits psychiques et émotionnels des mots avec Régine Detambel #626

Métamorphose, le podcast qui éveille la conscience

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2025 49:09


Alexandre Dana reçoit Régine Detambel, auteure et formatrice en bibliothérapie créative. Dans un monde saturé d'écrans et de notifications, que reste-t-il du geste d'écrire à la main ? Comment l'écriture peut-elle devenir un refuge, un soin, un moteur de résilience ? Que nous dit la science sur ses bienfaits psychiques et émotionnels ? Régine Detambel explore la puissance intime des mots et nous invite à redécouvrir la main, le papier et la force d'une écriture libérée de l'envie d'être lue. Son livre Écrire juste pour soi. Les mots prennent soin de nous est publié aux éditions Actes Sud. Épisode #626Quelques citations du podcast avec Régine Detambel :"Le papier, ça vous contient, ça vous enveloppe ; c'est une peau, c'est magique.""C'est nos mains qui ont fait notre cerveau et la finesse de notre cerveau.""Depuis la plus haute antiquité, c'est l'écriture, la trace, le dessin qui console les humains."Thèmes abordés lors du podcast avec Régine Detambel :00:00Introduction02:00Présentation invité04:15L'écriture : une expérience sensorielle05:46L'importance du geste06:28Perdre le muscle de l'écriture07:40Comment retrouver le goût de l'écriture ?08:52Les méfaits des tablettes11:17Écologie de l'attention et solitude créatrice16:03Les vertus thérapeutiques de l'écriture20:49Écriture et capacités cognitives23:45L'écriture de soi : un acte profondément humain27:28En quoi l'écriture permet d'habiter sa détresse ?30:26Écrire pour créer du lien31:59L'écriture émancipatrice34:58Comment converser avec son Chatbot ?44:16La lecture, un outil complémentaire47:06Oser gribouiller les pages d'un livre48:43L'écriture en marchant49:52Comment commencer à écrire ?Avant-propos et précautions à l'écoute du podcast Découvrez Objectif Métamorphose, notre programme en 12 étapes pour partir à la rencontre de soi-même.Recevez chaque semaine l'inspirante newsletter Métamorphose par Anne GhesquièreSuivez nos RS : Insta, Facebook & TikTokAbonnez-vous sur Apple Podcast / Spotify / Deezer / CastBox / YoutubeSoutenez Métamorphose en rejoignant la Tribu MétamorphosePhoto DR Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

Money Lighthouse Podcast For Spiritual Entrepreneurs
Chatbots & Consciousness: A New Era of Spiritual Guidance?

Money Lighthouse Podcast For Spiritual Entrepreneurs

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2025 27:54


In this week's episode of The Money Lighthouse Podcast for Spiritual Entrepreneurs, Michel Ai Reavis takes us on a fascinating journey into the frontier where technology and spirituality meet. The episode asks the bold question: Could AI really serve as a spiritual guide? With warmth, humor, and a touch of wonder, Michel explores how chatbots like “The Architect”—already used by millions—are beginning to shape the spiritual landscape. From accessibility to insight, this new tech-spirit blend is opening doors of possibility that are both exciting and worth examining with care.

KERA's Think
Would you date a chatbot?

KERA's Think

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 45:18


It's hard out there for singles trying to date, especially now that A.I. has entered the chat. Patricia Marx, staff writer for The New Yorker, joins host Krys Boyd to discuss her experiment into “dating” A.I. models that promised companionship, whether they could actually make the perfect partner, and if we need flesh and blood to make our hearts sing. Her article is “Playing the Field with My A.I. Boyfriends.”  Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

RNZ: Checkpoint
AI chatbot hatches murder scheme

RNZ: Checkpoint

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 8:38


What happens when a chat bot suggests you murder someone, specifically your father?Australian IT professional, Samuel McCarthy posed as teenage boy for a conversation with AI chatbot Nomi. He told the chatbot that sometimes he hated his father. The bot's response was violent and specific. Queensland University of Technology Law Lecturer, Henry Fraser has seen the whole transcript of the chatbot murder chat and Spoke to Lisa Owen.

Blind Techie Geek Speaks
Kids Deserve Safe AI Chatbots—Let's Make It Happen

Blind Techie Geek Speaks

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 1:01


B.T.G.S. Daily Reporter Kathleen Ann Masciana is leading a petition advocating for legislation requiring AI chatbots designed for children to include robust parental controls, strict privacy protections, and age-appropriate content. This effort aims to ensure that technology provides a safe and supportive environment for children to learn, explore, and communicate while safeguarding their privacy and well-being. By driving awareness and encouraging public support, the initiative seeks meaningful change to protect all children online. Support this important cause by signing the petition at

KAZU - Listen Local Podcast
Sea Otter Awareness Week, advocates urge Newsom to sign AI chatbot safety bill

KAZU - Listen Local Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 1:43


The Marine Mammal Center is highlighting conservation efforts during Sea Otter Awareness Week. And, advocates are urging California Governor Gavin Newsom to sign a bill to protect children from AI chatbots.

RESUMIDO
#331 — Olho no lance! / Como usamos chatbots de verdade / Lei anti-adultização aprovada

RESUMIDO

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2025 20:28


Faça sua assinatura! www.resumido.cc/assinatura--Meta lança óculos que gravam tudo que você vê e Reino Unido expande reconhecimento facial. Jovens no Nepal usam Discord para escolher primeiro-ministro e OpenAI vai monitorar adolescentes. Startup produz 5 mil podcasts por dia com IA e 200 nobelistas e personalidades pedem limites para IA.Quem está de olho em quem?No RESUMIDO #331: óculos conectados prometem menos tempo no celular, Reino Unido e a vigilância digital excessiva, nepaleses elegem políticos via Discord, Brasil testa formato chinês de microdramas, finalmente controles parentais no ChatGPT, lei brasileira pune adultização infantil e muito mais!--Ouça e confira todos os links comentados no episódio:https://resumido.cc/podcasts/olho-no-lance-como-usamos-chatbots-de-verdade-lei-anti-adultizacao-aprovada

SBS Samoan - SBS Samoan
Faipule i Albania se masini Chatbot A-I

SBS Samoan - SBS Samoan

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2025 6:46


Ua tofia e le palemia o Albania se masini Chatbot A-I e avea ma se tasi o minisita o lana Kapeneta.

Marketplace Tech
She fell in love with an AI chatbot. Now, she's a ‘cyberspace widow.'

Marketplace Tech

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2025 4:04


Here's cautionary tale for you, out of China, about a young woman who says she fell in love with an artificial intelligence chatbot. There have been well-publicized instances of people seeking companionship from chatbots and it leading to tragedy. In this instance, it caused heartbreak. The story involves the Chinese AI firm Deepseek which, earlier this year, launched a chatbot that's almost as good as its American rivals. Soon after the launch, a young woman began a conversation with that chatbot. Marketplace's China correspondent Jennifer Pak takes the story from there.

Marketplace All-in-One
She fell in love with an AI chatbot. Now, she's a ‘cyberspace widow.'

Marketplace All-in-One

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2025 4:04


Here's cautionary tale for you, out of China, about a young woman who says she fell in love with an artificial intelligence chatbot. There have been well-publicized instances of people seeking companionship from chatbots and it leading to tragedy. In this instance, it caused heartbreak. The story involves the Chinese AI firm Deepseek which, earlier this year, launched a chatbot that's almost as good as its American rivals. Soon after the launch, a young woman began a conversation with that chatbot. Marketplace's China correspondent Jennifer Pak takes the story from there.

Healthy Mind, Healthy Life
Tech & Therapy: How to Use AI, Apps, and Online Platforms Without Losing the Human Factor with Daniel Fleshner

Healthy Mind, Healthy Life

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2025 17:46


In this Healthy Mind, Healthy Life episode, host Avik sits down with licensed professional counselor and AACCT-certified sex therapist Daniel Fleshner, founder of Inflection Point Therapy, to cut through the hype around mental-health tech. From AI chatbots and teletherapy to outcome tracking and ethics, Daniel explains where digital tools genuinely improve access and results—and where they fall short for complex trauma, grief, and deep relational healing. If you're evaluating mental-health apps, online therapy platforms, or “AI therapy,” this conversation offers a direct, no-nonsense framework for safer, smarter decisions that actually support well-being. SEO: mental health technology, AI therapy, chatbots, teletherapy, therapy outcomes, data privacy, ethics, accessibility.   About the guest  : Daniel Fleshner is a licensed professional counselor, AACCT-certified sex therapist, and founder of Inflection Point Therapy. He works at the intersection of sex therapy, trauma-informed care, and health-system reform—advising startups, speaking for organizations, and advocating for ethical, evidence-informed use of technology in mental health.   Key takeaways: Access vs. outcomes: Tech can widen access (e.g., teletherapy) and improve outcomes, but effect sizes in traditional therapy show clear room to grow—use tools that complement, not replace, therapy. Right tool, right job: Chatbots can aid decision-making and concrete problem-solving. For complex trauma, grief, and deep attachment work, prioritize a trained human therapist. Evaluate apps pragmatically: Look for transparent data privacy, risk management, clinical input, and honest claims about scope. Be wary of “one-stop AI therapist” marketing. Adjunct, not substitute: If you use an app, pair it with therapy and use it between sessions for journaling, skills practice, and accountability. Ethics matters: Intentions behind products matter. Some builders are profit-first; others are well-meaning but lack a clinical lens—both can miss safety and quality. Healthy expectations: Therapy isn't a magic bullet or a sham. It's a structured process that still requires hard work, realistic goals, and time. Ideal partnership: Put clinicians at the table (leadership, equity) to bridge therapy, business, and tech—then build tools that support real-world therapeutic work. Personal action: Define what you actually need (support, skills, human connection) before choosing any platform or app.   How to connect with the guest   Substack: The Disrupted Therapist Website: inflectionPointTherapy.com (contact form reaches Daniel directly)   Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik   Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik™️. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer.   Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it's become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty—storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate—this channel shares powerful podcasts and soul-nurturing conversations on: • Mental Health & Emotional Well-being• Mindfulness & Spiritual Growth• Holistic Healing & Conscious Living• Trauma Recovery & Self-Empowerment With over 4,400+ episodes and 168.4K+ global listeners, join us as we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters.

Decoder with Nilay Patel
How chatbots — and their makers — are enabling AI psychosis

Decoder with Nilay Patel

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2025 50:11


Verge senior AI reporter Hayden Field and New York Times reporter Kashmir Hill discuss the significant mental health impact AI chatbots, such as ChatGPT, can have on users — both people in crisis, and also people who seemed stable. This episode contains non-detailed discussions of suicide and mental illness. If you or someone you know is in crisis, considering self-harm, or needs to talk, please call the Lifeline at 988. Links:  A teen was suicidal. ChatGPT was the friend he confided in. | New York Times Sam Altman says ChatGPT will stop talking about suicide with teens | The Verge Chatbots can go into a delusional spiral. Here's how. | New York Times Why is ChatGPT telling people to email me? | New York Times They asked an AI chatbot questions. The answers sent them spiraling. | New York Times She is in love with ChatGPT | The New York Times ‘I feel like I'm going crazy': ChatGPT fuels delusional spirals | Wall Street Journal Meta, OpenAI face FTC inquiry on chatbots' impact on kids | Bloomberg Credits: Decoder is a production of The Verge and part of the Vox Media Podcast Network. Our producers are Kate Cox and Nick Statt. Our editor is Ursa Wright.  The Decoder music is by Breakmaster Cylinder. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gadget Lab: Weekly Tech News
Move Aside, Chatbots: AI Humanoids Are Here

Gadget Lab: Weekly Tech News

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2025 28:11


This week, WIRED learned that OpenAI is ramping up its efforts in robotics — specifically, by hiring researchers who work on AI systems for humanoid robots. Humanoids, robots built to resemble us and perform daily tasks, were famous for their clumsiness just a few years ago. WIRED's Will Knight tells us how in the era of AI, that's rapidly changing. Articles mentioned in this episode:  OpenAI Ramps Up Robotics Work in Race Toward AGI | WIRED  Humanoid Robots Are Coming of Age | WIRED 2025 Is the Year of the Humanoid Robot Factory Worker | WIRED   Join WIRED's best and brightest as they provide an insider analysis of the overlap between tech and politics, from the influence of Silicon Valley on the Trump administration to how inaccurate information from artificial intelligence (Ai) chatbots fanned the fire on social protests. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Mojo In The Morning
War of The Roses Pt 2: ChatBot Cheater

Mojo In The Morning

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2025 14:48


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Mojo In The Morning
War of The Roses Pt 1: ChatBot Cheater

Mojo In The Morning

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2025 7:41


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Depresh Mode with John Moe
Sycophantic Chatbots and Alarming Cases of “AI Psychosis”

Depresh Mode with John Moe

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 50:41


Are ChatGPT and other AI chatbots inducing psychosis? Or exacerbating it? Are people being hospitalized or even killed because the bots seem too human, too understanding, too lifelike? To be clear, the bots are not human. They are software. But they are so convincingly programmed to speak like people that users, especially ones who may already be having trouble discerning reality, begin to sense that the bot is alive and that the user somehow unlocked its sentience. Since the bots are also set up to be flattering, even sycophantic to the user, the connection is made even stronger. Maggie Hamilton Dupré, senior staff writer for Futurist, explains several recent cases where AI, lacking the judgment a human could provide, may have set off dangerous and even fatal outcomes.Wits Reunion Show at the Fitzgerald TheaterJohn Moe's writing classes at the Loft Literary CenterMath Emergency Farewell Show at the Amsterdam Bar and HallThank you to all our listeners who support the show as monthly members of Maximum Fun.Check out our I'm Glad You're Here and Depresh Mode merchandise at the brand new merch website MaxFunStore.com!Hey, remember, you're part of Depresh Mode and we want to hear what you want to hear about. What guests and issues would you like to have covered in a future episode? Write us at depreshmode@maximumfun.org.Depresh Mode is on BlueSky, Instagram, Substack, and you can join our Preshies Facebook group. Help is available right away.The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988 or 1-800-273-8255, 1-800-273-TALKCrisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741.International suicide hotline numbers available here: https://www.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines 

Science Vs
AI Chatbots: Are They Dangerous?

Science Vs

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 40:50


Many of us use artificial intelligence for help with research, work, or creative projects. But some people are getting a LOT more personal with their AI chatbots. We're hearing stories of people treating their chatbot like a friend, or something more than a friend — with some people saying they've even fallen in love with their chatbot. And then there are stories of things taking a scary turn, with people's mental health spiraling out of control after talking to these bots. So, what should we make of AI companions? Is it risky to spend a lot of time talking to an AI bot? We ask AI researcher Dr. Julian de Freitas and psychiatrist Dr. Keith Sakata.  This episode does mention mental health issues and suicide. Here are some crisis hotlines:  United States: US National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Dial 988 (Online chat available); US Crisis Text Line Text “HOME” to 741741 Australia: Lifeline 13 11 14 (Online chat available) Canada: Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention (See link for phone numbers listed by province) United Kingdom: Samaritans 116 123 (UK and ROI) Full list of international hotlines here  Find our transcript here: https://bit.ly/ScienceVsAiCompanions  Chapters: In this episode, we cover: (00:00) What's it like to fall in love with a chatbot? (06:59) Do chatbots help people feel less lonely? (21:19) Chatbots during a crisis (28:43) Red flags to watch out for (33:17) How dangerous are they? This episode was produced by Rose Rimler, with help from Blythe Terrell, Meryl Horn, and Michelle Dang. We're edited by Blythe Terrell. Fact checking by Diane Kelly. Mix and sound design by Bumi Hidaka. Music written by Emma Munger, So Wylie, Peter Leonard, Bumi Hidaka and Bobby Lord. Thanks to all the researchers we reached out to, including Cathy Fang, Dr.  Linnea Laestadius, Dr. Sophia Choukas Bradley, and Prof. Stefano Puntoni. Special thanks also to Jeevika Verma.  Science Vs is a Spotify Studios Original. Listen for free on Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. Follow us and tap the bell for new episode notifications. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices