Podcast appearances and mentions of Kate Devlin

Keir Starmer has vowed to make London the AI capital of the world. But is that truly possible? Silicon Valley continues to dominate the rapidly growing industry and with Trump promising to repeal Biden's AI regulations, the UK could struggle to keep up. In today's episode of The Bunker, Dr. Kate Devlin speaks with Sana Khareghani, former Chair of the UK's Office for AI, to explore whether London will rise as the next global AI hub – or if it is destined to fall behind in the race. • We are sponsored by Indeed. Go to Indeed.com/bunker for £100 sponsored credit.   • This episode is sponsored by Proton Pass, to find out more visit http://proton.me/pass/thebunker www.patreon.com/bunkercast  Written and presented by Kate Devlin. Producer: Liam Tait. Audio editors: Tom Taylor. Managing editor: Jacob Jarvis. Music by Kenny Dickinson. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. THE BUNKER is a Podmasters Production. Instagram | Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Scare stories about Artificial Intelligence are everywhere – but its colossal environmental impact is startlingly underreported. How exactly does the use of A.I. contribute to the climate crisis, is there anything being done to counteract it, and why is this issue largely unknown? To find out, Kate Devlin talks to  Jesse Dodge, senior research scientist at the Allen Institute for AI.  We are sponsored by Indeed. Go to Indeed.com/bunker for £100 sponsored credit.    www.patreon.com/bunkercast    Written and presented by Kate Devlin. Produced by Eliza Davis Beard. Audio production by Tom Taylor. Managing Editor Jacob Jarvis. Group Editor Andrew Harrison. Art by James Parrett. Music by Kenny Dickinson. THE BUNKER is a Podmasters Production  www.podmasters.co.uk  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Amazon turns 30 this month – and it's unrecognisable from the online bookstore it once was. But can it continue to grow forever – or might recent legal cases mark the end of Bezos' global market domination? Kate Devlin speaks to The Wall Street Journal's Dana Mattioli, author of The Everything War, to find out. • We are sponsored by Indeed. Go to Indeed.com/bunker for £100 sponsored credit. • Incogni keeps your private information safe, protects you from identity theft and keeps your data from being sold. There's a special offer for The Bunker listeners – Go to Incogni.com/thebunker to get an exclusive 60% off your annual plan.   Buy The Everything War: Amazon's Ruthless Quest to Own the World and Remake Corporate Power through our affiliate bookshop here and you'll help fund The Bunker by earning us a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org's fees help support independent bookshops too.   www.patreon.com/bunkercast   Written and presented by Kate Devlin. Produced by Eliza Davis Beard. Audio production by Tom Taylor. Managing Editor Jacob Jarvis. Group Editor Andrew Harrison. Art by James Parrett. Music by Kenny Dickinson. THE BUNKER is a Podmasters Production.   www.podmasters.co.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jennifer Walshe is one of the coolest people we know. Her artistic work and thought has broken our brains for years, leaving us shipwrecked in its torrential waves of reference and irony and joy and conceptual viscera.We talk about her recent piece for the Unsound Dispatch, 13 Ways of Looking at AI, Art & Music — a series of vignettes that in their totality assemble into one of the most coherent accountings of what it is we're all experiencing.Some references from the ep:Listen to Things Know Things on RTÉ Lyric FM. Hopefully you're aware of the music duo Matmos — Jennifer references this record in the context of discussing conceptual work. Jennifer also speaks often of her close collaborator Jon Leidecker (Wobbly), who has a few absolutely killer sets with Matmos, including this one.You can interact with Walshe's Text Score Dataset here.We continue to enjoy references to Holly Herndon and Mat Dryhurst's Have I Been Trained (https://haveibeentrained.com/), a way to search for your (or anyone's) work in large, public, AI training datasets.Two movies everyone should see: Catfish the Movie and HER. (We'd also recommend Catfish the TV show, of course).Jennifer mentions the computer scientist Kate Devlin's work, especially “Turned On: Science, Sex and Robots.”If you haven't googled a picture of Paro the Therapy Seal, do it.Jennifer's record “A Late Anthology of Early Music Vol. 1: Ancient to Renaissance” is a top lifetime record as far as we both are concerned. Check out track 16 for that Palestrina. It's CRAZY. To wrap it up, check out Ted Gioia's Substack and Bruce Sterling's writing (the concept Walshe references is "Dark Euphoria").

Science fiction and real-life tech experts have promised a future filled with sex robots. But how many of those predictions will actually come true? Anita talks to an artificial intelligence scholar who's traced sex robots from Greek mythology to the prototypes on the market today. Plus, a writer shines a light on the dark world of a futuristic brothel … explored from the perspective of an AI Sex Bot herself.Meet the guests:- Dr. Kate Devlin, a scholar in artificial intelligence and society in the department of digital humanities at King's College London, shares her research into sex robot technology and philosophy- Sarah Cho, writer and director, talks about her new graphic novel, Red Light, which takes readers into a futuristic AI brothel from the perspective of an AI sex bot named LacyRead the transcript | Review the podcast on your preferred platformFollow Embodied on X and Instagram Leave a message for Embodied

Dr Kate Devlin is a Reader in Artificial Intelligence & Society in the Department of Digital Humanities, King's College London. Will Artificial Intelligence doom us all? Are sex robots actually a thing? And should we feel empathy towards a pair of mechanical buttocks?You can pick up Dr Kate's book, Turned On: Science, Sex and Robots, wherever you like to buy your books. You can get in touch with Dan Schreiber on Twitter and Instagram (@Schreiberland). In his bio, you'll find the link to our Discord channel - a global community of likeminded weirdos!

AI took the world by storm in 2023 – and has the potential to fundamentally change it in 2024. But will it be for better or worse? That all depends on who utilises it. Dr. Kate Devlin is joined in The Bunker by Kyle Taylor, author of the The Little Black Book of Artificial Intelligence: How Big Tech is Making Humanity Redundant to discuss.  • “Everything in the AI space is being designed in a for-profit lens.” – Kyle Taylor • “Now it's the white collar jobs that can be replaced easily.” – Dr. Kate Devlin • “Half the world is going to the polls – and now because of AI you have no idea what is real online anymore.” – Kyle Taylor Buy The Little Black Book of Artificial Intelligence: How Big Tech is Making Humanity Redundant through our affiliate bookshop and you'll help fund The Bunker by earning us a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org's fees help support independent bookshops too. www.patreon.com/bunkercast  Written and presented by Dr. Kate Devlin. Producer: Chris Jones. Audio production: Robin Leeburn. Managing Editor: Jacob Jarvis. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. Music by Kenny Dickinson. THE BUNKER is a Podmasters Production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's the fantasy we revisit obsessively in movies and TV from Her to Humans to Blade Runner to, well, A.I. Artificial Intelligence. Could a thinking machine develop a personality sufficiently human-like that we could share a relationship with it? Could an A.I. become our friend or even our lover? We're social animals, wired to understand the world through personal interactions. What does that mean when it comes to A.I.? Simple Chatbot apps can help people to cope with loneliness, but do the technical limitations mean it can only ever be a one-way relationship? Will Siri and Alexa ever evolve into something you want to share a pint and a laugh with? Dr Kate Devlin joins Luke Turner to share cutting-edge research on whether AI will ever be more than a digital diary to hold our innermost thoughts and feelings. Every Monday and Thursday WHY? takes you on a wild adventure to the edge of knowledge. Follow on your favourite app so you never miss an episode. WHY? is written and presented by Luke Turner. Audio production by Jade Bailey. Artwork by James Parrett. Music by DJ Food. Exec Producer: Jacob Jarvis. Lead Producer: Anne-Marie Luff. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. WHY? is a Podmasters Production. Instagram | Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We've all heard of ChatGPT. But what is the recent drama surrounding the lesser-known parent company OpenAI and its fired-then-reinstated CEO Sam Altman? Chris Jones gets the 411 on the controversy with The Bunker's resident AI expert Dr Kate Devlin. •“We should be talking about the repercussions of our technology, and about how a small handful of people in a small part of America have huge amounts of global control.” – Dr Kate Devlin • “My fear is that they are going to be more focused on developing the technology rather than the ethicality of AI and its consequences for humanity.” – Dr Kate Devlin www.patreon.com/bunkercast  Written and presented by Chris Jones. Producer: Eliza Davis Beard and Liam Tait. Audio production: Simon Williams. Managing Editor: Jacob Jarvis. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. Music by Kenny Dickinson. Artwork by James Parrett. THE BUNKER is a Podmasters Production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chloé Locatelli is a PhD candidate in the Digital Humanities department at King's College London. She completed her Gender Studies' Masters with the Erasmus+ Programme at Universidad de Granada and University of Bologna. Her doctoral research looks at constructions of femininity in sextech and their posthuman potential. She is interested in sextech, ‘sex robots', affinity with digital characters and other places where sex, intimacy and digital technologies meet – topics she also covers as a contributor to Futureofsex.net. Chloé has also produced several academic publications. Her latest contribution for Springer's Maschinenliebe (2021), co-authored with Dr Kate Devlin, explores the emphasis on intimacy in sex robot marketing.  In this episode we explore what we can learn about ourselves by looking at sextech and the way it is marketed. Dig into Locatelli's incredible research: “Digital Femininities and the Ethics of Sextech” ‘Sex Robots': Gender, Desire, and Embodiment in Posthuman Sextech ‘Rethinking Sex Robots

Brian and Robin (the real ones) are joined by mathematician Prof Hannah Fry, compute scientist Dr Kate Devlin and comedian Rufus Hound to discuss pros and cons of AI. Just how intelligent is the most intelligent AI? Will our phones soon be smarter than us – will we fail a Turing test while our phone passes it? Will we have AI therapists, doctors, lawyers, carers or even politicians? How will the increasing ubiquity of AI systems change our society and our relationships with each other? Could radio presenters of hit science/comedy shows soon be replaced with wittier, smarter AI versions that know more about particle physics... surely not! New episodes released Wednesdays. If you're in the UK, listen to the newest episodes of The Infinite Monkey Cage first on BBC Sounds: bbc.in/3K3JzyF Executive Producer: Alexandra Feachem.

Olympic champion Dame Kelly Holmes spoke publicly about her sexuality for the first time last year. Her new memoir, Unique, details how serving in the military in the late 1980s - when it was illegal to be gay in the military – was a major factor in contributing to her decades-long silence. She joins us to speak about her experience. After a reshuffle that left the government with no women in the “big four” offices of state, we speak to Justice Secretary Alex Chalk about the impact of the reshuffle as well as sentencing reforms which will affect women. From Nefertiti to Amy Winehouse, what is the personal and political power of eyeliner? We discuss with Zahra Hankir, author of Eyeliner: A Cultural History. Tish Murtha is a celebrated photographer whose images of working-class life in North East England can be found in the National Portrait Gallery and Tate Britain. But in her lifetime, Murtha struggled to find work of any kind. Now her daughter, Ella, has made a film about Murtha's life and work. We speak to Ella and producer of the documentary, Jen Corcoran. How is our interaction with AI shifting our concepts of intimacy and sexuality as humans? We discuss with Kate Devlin, Reader in Artificial Intelligence & Society at King's College London, and to Trudy Barber, Senior Lecturer at Portsmouth University in Media Studies. In April 2020, Debenhams in Ireland closed all 11 of its stores, informing its staff they had been let go in the process. What ensued were pickets and protests across Ireland that lasted for 406 days. As a new film is released on the subject, we're joined by two women who were involved, Carol Ann Bridgeman and Jane Crowe.

We're a sex-obsessed species, and now we're building humanoid sex robots. But is there something psychologically, physically and even morally wrong in knocking boots with our metal-and-plastic creations? Dr. Kate Devlin, an expert in artificial intelligence and author of Turned On: Science, Sex and Robots tells Anna Machin about the ethical ups and downs (ahem) of turning one's desire away from ‘alive' partners and towards artificial intelligence. Is it wrong? Who are we hurting? Who's benefiting? It may not be who you think.  Guest: Dr. Kate Devlin is author of Turned On: Science, Sex and Robots Every Monday and Thursday WHY? takes you on an adventure to the edge of knowledge, asking the questions that puzzle and perplex us, from the inner workings of the universe to the far reaches of our dreams. Follow on your favourite app so you never miss an edition. WHY? is written and presented by Anna Machin. Audio production by Jade Bailey. Artwork by James Parrett. Music by DJ Food. Exec Producer: Jacob Jarvis. Lead Producer: Anne-Marie Luff. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. WHY? is a Podmasters Production. Instagram | Twitter | Tiktok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Claire chatted to Kate Devlin from King's College London about the social and ethical implications of robotics and AI. We touch on a range of different topics from concerns over job losses and privacy to issues of inequality, trust and power. In the second half of the interview, we talk a bit about robotics, AI and relationships. The conversation isn't explicit, but if you'd prefer to give that part of the conversation a miss, you can stop the podcast at around 22 minutes, when you hear the music. Kate Devlin is Reader in Artificial Intelligence & Society in the Department of Digital Humanities, King's College London. She is an interdisciplinary computer scientist investigating how people interact with and react to technologies, both past and future. Kate is the author of Turned On: Science, Sex and Robots, which examines the ethical and social implications of technology and intimacy. She is Creative and Outreach lead for the UKRI Responsible Artificial Intelligence UK programme — an international research and innovation ecosystem for responsible AI. Win a Robot Talk T-shirt For a chance to win your very own organic cotton Robot Talk t-shirt, all you have to do is share your favourite episode on social media and tag us @RobotTalkPod. One lucky winner will be randomly selected each month. Find out more: https://www.robottalk.org/t-shirt-competition/.

AI is disrupting systems across the world – and is beginning to completely change global manufacturing. What are the pros and cons of this new era of technological advancement? Industrialisation led to a period of growth never before seen but could the next industrial revolution do more harm than good?  Dr. Kate Devlin is joined by Dr. Jostein Hauge, author of The Future of the Factory: How Megatrends are Changing Industrialization to discuss global trends and the future of industry. "Corporations don't plan to get to the top of the podium, they strategise as to how they can stay on top of the podium.”  "There is an obvious link between ecological breakdown and our economic growth.”  "Development, productivity and growth have become synonymous with industrialisation.”  www.patreon.com/bunkercast  BOOK LINK https://www.josteinhauge.com/book Written and presented by Kate Devlin. Producer: Liam Tait. Audio editor: Simon Williams. Managing editor: Jacob Jarvis. Music by Kenny Dickinson. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. THE BUNKER is a Podmasters Production. Instagram | Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

By now most of us have had hands-on experience with an AI interface. Beyond the sleek exterior of ChatGTP there is a world of AI that threatens the privacy of each and every one of us. Kate Devlin is joined in The Bunker by tech journalist and co-founder of 404 Media, Samantha Cole, to find out if AI can produce anything, what is protecting our likeness from being exploited in disturbing, and even explicit, ways?  "People can use AI to make any fantasy image a reality."  “If you're a normal person, it's really hard to protect your likeness from AI image generation.” “ A lot of them are deep fakes but a lot of it's really bizarre and strange.” Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/bunkercast  Written and presented by Kate Devlin. Producer: Liam Tait. Audio editor: Jade Bailey. Managing editor: Jacob Jarvis. Music by Kenny Dickinson. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. THE BUNKER is a Podmasters Production. Instagram | Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Kate Devlin: Global Artificial Intelligence Expert - Is Sex With AI Robots Inevitable?  In this, the second episode of the Love is not a List Podcast, award-winning matchmaker Gillian McCallum, meets the top computer scientist Dr. Kate Devlin, Reader in Artificial Intelligence & Society in the Department of Digital Humanities at King's College London.  Dr. Devlin's research is in the fields of Human Computer Interaction (HCI) and Artificial Intelligence (AI), investigating how people interact with and react to technology in order to understand how emerging and future technologies will affect us and the society in which we live.  She is also author of the bestselling book - Turned On, looking at the intersection between sex and technology. She is at the vanguard of AI - the harnessing of which results in changing the way we interact not only with one another, but with the technology itself.   In this exciting episode, Dr. Devlin discusses the way in which technology can be utilised to enhance both sex and intimacy, in order to enrich our lives. So is artificial intelligence something to be worried about? Is it really going to “steal our jobs” or worse, be a replacement for us in the bedroom too?  Dr. Devlin's groundbreaking work has led to her authoring the exceptional book, "Turned On: Science, Sex, and Robots," which provides insight into the world of sex tech.  We explore the conversation around whether the hyper-femininity of current sex robots raises the question of whether women would prefer a more diverse and inclusive representation. Or indeed, whether that is something men would prefer too. And what of the female choice in sex robot? Would we wish to have a sexual relationship with something or someone that takes a different form?   And what does it mean if you can pick your perfect romantic partner, even if they aren't human? Would people prefer to date their idea of perfect? Or is it better to put up with human foibles, in order to date someone real? Has society evolved to the point where the demands of dating mean people are no longer willing to compromise on real, human people and romantic relationships? The interview also explores the ethical concerns surrounding AI and human-robot relationships. While technology has the potential for positive advances, it also raises questions about privacy, exploitation, and biassed decision-making. Regarding the future of AI, Dr. Devlin points out that we are far from creating sentient machines. However, she highlights the potential benefits of AI in fields such as medicine, agriculture, disaster rescue, and education. In the realm of sex tech, Dr. Devlin discusses innovative ideas from hackathons she organised, showcasing inclusive and sensual designs. She emphasises the importance of touch and sensory experiences in arousal and emotional intimacy. The interview concludes with a discussion about posthumous digital twins and the potential role AI can play in grief and mourning. To stay updated with Dr. Kate Devlin's work and insights, her book, "Turned On: Science, Sex, and Robots," is recommended for readers interested in exploring the intersection of AI and human relationships. Get the book 'Turned On'  Click to learn more about Dr. Kate Devlin ************ Interested in Matchmaking ?Drawing Down The Moon Matchmaking Your Journey to Parenthood The coParenting Agency Visit Gillian McCallumGillian McCallum Personal Website Socials: DDM instagram Gillian McCallum Instagram

Ben Wright looks ahead to the return of parliament with guests Dame Andrea Leadsom, Shadow Justice Secretary Steve Reed, Hannah White and Kate Devlin.

There's a revolution in the way doctors are treating mental health, but the UK could be at risk of falling behind. Dr. Kate Devlin speaks to Dr. Matt Wall, a cognitive neuroscientist at Imperial College London and Invicro, to discuss microdosing, legal red tape and what happens when you give an octopus MDMA.  "Drug policy isn't on the agenda for any of the main UK parties. They just don't care.”  "After the trip wears off, the antidepressant effect can last for days or even months.” “Current legislation makes it incredibly difficult to research psychedelics.” www.patreon.com/bunkercast  Written and presented by Kate Devlin. Producer: Liam Tait. Audio editor: Simon Williams. Managing editor: Jacob Jarvis. Music by Kenny Dickinson. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. THE BUNKER is a Podmasters Production. Instagram | Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are aliens real? That question was brought up again in a high-level Congressional hearing this week. Three former members of the US military brought forward their evidence to prove that extraterrestrial life IS real. But were there stories credible? Or is it all easily explainable coincidences? Dr Kate Devlin, sits down in The Bunker with Mick West, science writer, investigator and MetaBunk founder to discuss. “A lot of people believe that UFOs are aliens - and a lot of those people are in the US government.” – Mick West “The problem is we don't have actual evidence to show what Grusch said was true.” – Mick West. “I think they need to think about raising the veil of secrecy, because it allows stories like this to fester.” – Mick West. www.patreon.com/bunkercast  Written and presented by Dr Kate Devlin. Producer: Chris Jones. Audio production:Simon Williams. Managing Editor: Jacob Jarvis. Music by Kenny Dickinson. THE BUNKER is a Podmasters Production. Instagram | Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can Artificial Intelligence replace our loved ones after death? Will Gregg Wallace's cannibalism mockumentary change how we see the future of food? Dr. Kate Devlin, author of Turned On: Science, Sex and Robots and historian Dr. Kasia Tomasiewicz join Jacob Jarvis and Andrew Harrison to chew the fat and try to answer some of the after life's biggest questions. Yes, back by popular demand, it's the Bunker Panel!  “People are unpredictable and infuriating, I can't imagine AI being able to replicate that.” – Andrew Harrison  “I'm really glad you didn't invite me here to discuss connecting with your dead loved ones via lab grown meat.” – Dr. Kate Devlin "Food has always been linked to economics, Roman soldiers were actually paid in salt." – Dr. Kasia Tomasiewicz  www.patreon.com/bunkercast  Book Link https://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/turned-on-9781472950871/ Written and presented by Jacob Jarvis with Andrew Harrison. Producer: Liam Tait. Audio editor: Robin Leeburn. Managing editor: Jacob Jarvis. Music by Kenny Dickinson. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. THE BUNKER is a Podmasters Production. Instagram | Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are we witnessing the death of Silicon Valley as big tech shifts from physical products to services? And has the time of California being the promised land for budding tech bros gone? Dr. Kate Devlin is joined in The Bunker by Joel Kotkin, fellow in urban studies at Chapman University, to find out. “One of the dirty little secrets of Silicon Valley is that it was largely created by federal spending.”  “I have never met a group who are less conscious of their social impact than Silicon Valley people.“ "Today Silicon Valley is a series of oligarchic companies with 80-90 per cent market shares and no desire to improve."  www.patreon.com/bunkercast  Written and presented by Kate Devlin. Producer: Liam Tait. Audio editor: Simon Williams. Managing editor: Jacob Jarvis. Music by Kenny Dickinson. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. THE BUNKER is a Podmasters Production. Instagram | Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The sky is no longer the limit for entrepreneurs as they set their sights on space. SpaceX has made science fiction ideas a reality but who could be next in line to be the biggest name in space? Dr. Casey Handmer, the founder of Terraform Industries, takes Dr. Kate Devlin on a voyage through the world of space based start-ups looking to make their millions in space.  “SpaceX is one or two competitive startups away from losing market share.” “Politics is negotiable but physics is not.” “Super geeks who know how to make rockets are critical for national security”  www.patreon.com/bunkercast Written and presented by Kate Devlin. Producer: Liam Tait. Audio editor: Simon Williams. Managing editor: Jacob Jarvis. Music by Kenny Dickinson. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. THE BUNKER is a Podmasters Production. Instagram | Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How secure do you feel in your job? From manufacturing plants to corporate boardrooms, the rise of artificial intelligence has sent shockwaves through the working population. Dr. Kasia Tomasiewicz sits down with Dr. Kate Devlin to talk about how our lives will change in an AI-driven economy. “If essays can be answered with AI, we're not asking students the right questions.” “Who are we to say the best relationships are between two humans?” “The bigger question regarding AI is who gets to profit from it?”  Support us on Pateron: www.patreon.com/bunkercast Written and presented by Kasia Tomasiewicz. Producer: Liam Tait. Audio editor: Jade Bailey. Managing editor: Jacob Jarvis. Music by Kenny Dickinson. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. THE BUNKER is a Podmasters Production. Instagram | Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Irina and Michelle welcome international sex robots expert Dr. Kate Devlin, who explains the current state of technology and her views on the moral panic surrounding parasocial relationships with robots. Kate believes that most of people's fears about sex robots or AI replacing human relationships are overblown in a world in which even carrying around and finding a place to store a robot (the closet?) are challenges. In the second half of the episode, Kate also shares about her personal life, be it her search for balance with bipolar disorder, her polyamorous and dating app-related experiences, or the loving relationship with her younger (second) husband she found on Twitter. You will not want to miss our conversation with this Northern Irish powerhouse! Dr. Kate Devlin's academic profileKate's book "Turned On" and general websiteKate's first TED talkKate's second TED talk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

RHLSTP Book Club 50 - Your Show. Richard chats to academic and expert on sex robots, Kate Devlin about her thoughtful and fascinating book on the subject, Turned On. Can Richard finally prove to his wife that having sex with a robot does not count as cheating? How far away are we from creating something that looks like Gemma Chan in Humans? Are robots more likely to be companions than full-time lovers? Will they rise up and kill us or fuck us to death? Should we be thinking of more interesting possibilities than humanoid sex robots and can Kate make Richard's time travel virtual reality dreams come true?Get the book here - https://www.waterstones.com/book/turned-on/kate-devlin/9781472950901SUPPORT THE SHOW!Watch our TWITCH CHANNELSee extra content at our WEBSITE Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/rhlstp. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

To enjoy all 100+ episodes, please subscribe on https://anchor.fm/turkish-learners-network/subscribe We publish new episodes weekly! Basit Türkçe ile Haberler / News in Simple Turkish by Turkish Learners Network Basit Türkçe ile Haberler'in yeni bölümüne hoş geldiniz. Araştırmacı: Researcher Yapay zekâ: Artifical intelligence Ev işi: Housework, Chore Çocuk bakımı: Childcare Birikim: Saving Cinsiyet eşitliği: Gender equality Bugün 23 Şubat 2023 Perşembe. Please remember to support us by subscribing to our podcast using this link: https://anchor.fm/turkish-learners-network/subscribe. The three most recent episodes will be open to everyone. By subscribing, you can access our entire archive of more than 100 episodes. Doing so costs only 3 dollars a month; and motivates us to continue making this podcast. 10 Yıl İçinde Ev İşlerini Robotlar Yapacak İngiltere'deki Oxford Üniversitesi ile Japonya'daki Ochanomizu Üniversitesi'nden araştırmacılar ortak bir çalışma yaptı. Araştırmacılar İngiltere'den 29, Japonya'dan 36 yapay zekâ uzmanına sorular sordu. Sorular yapay zekânın gelecekteki ev işlerine etkisi hakkındaydı. Yapay zekâ uzmanlarına göre, 10 yıl içinde ev işlerinin yüzde 39'unu robotlar yapacak. Uzmanlar, otomasyondan en fazla etkilenecek işin market alışverişi olacağını tahmin ediyor. Teknoloji, market alışverişine harcadığımız zamanı yüzde 60 azaltacak. Genç ve yaşlı kişilerin bakımı ise otomasyondan en az etkilenecek iş. Örneğin, çocuk bakımının yalnızca yüzde 28'i otomatikleşecek. Araştırma takımından Dr. Kate Devlin'e göre, teknoloji insanların yerini almayacak. Teknoloji insanlara yardım edecek. Çünkü bütün işleri tek başına yapabilen bir robot yapmak zor ve pahalı. Bunun yerine, insanlara yardım eden robotlar yapmak daha mantıklı. Araştırmanın başka bir sonucu, ev işlerine harcadığımız zaman hakkında. İngiltere'de erkekler, İngiltere'deki kadınların yarısı kadar ev işi yapıyor. Japonya'daki erkekler ise, Japonya'daki kadınların beşte biri kadar ev işi yapıyor. Yani kadınlar daha çok ev işi yapıyorlar. Bu durum kadınların gelirlerini ve birikimlerini olumsuz etkiliyor. Bu nedenle, ev işlerinde otomasyon cinsiyet eşitliğine katkı yapabilir. Dinlediğiniz için teşekkürler! Lütfen bu bölümü Türkçe öğrenen diğer kişilerle de paylaşın! Yeni bölümde görüşmek dileğiyle, hoşça kalın!

Hello! This week we're talking about ChatGPT, the artificial intelligence language model that's taken the world by storm. But is the hype justified? And what can it do beyond writing poems about your favourite podcast? We speak to Rory Cellan-Jones, whose dog is also an internet sensation, about what ChatGPT is and whether it's been trained on a pro-Ed dataset, to Dr Kate Devlin about what it means for education and whether we can trust AI, and finally to Andrew Strait about some of the ethical concerns surrounding ChatGPT. Can AI really make society better and fairer?Plus: Where is Ed off to next on his culinary journey?GuestsRory Cellan-Jones, Former Technology Correspondent, BBC (@ruskin147 and check out the hashtag #SophiefromRomania to keep up to date with the latest doggie developments)Dr Kate Devlin, Reader in Artificial Intelligence and Society, Department of Digital Humanities at King's College London (@drkatedevlin & @kingsdh)Andrew Strait, Associate Director, Ada Lovelace Institute (@agstrait & @AdaLovelaceInst)More infoTry out ChatGPT for yourselfSubscribe to Rory's Substack on health and technologyDepartment of Digital Humanities, King's College LondonVisit the Ada Lovelace Institute's WebsiteUKRI Trustworthy Autonomous Systems Stephen Hawking warns artificial intelligence could end mankind by Rory Cellan-JonesOpenAI underpaid 200 Kenyans to perfect ChatGPT then sacked them Human-like programs abuse our empathy by Professor Emily BenderChatGPT used by mental health tech app in AI experiment Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Sun is reporting today that Irish singer Una Healy is part of a ‘throuple' with ex-heavyweight boxing champion David Haye and model Sian Osborne. The newspaper also says that the trio have told family and friends of their arrangement Andrea was joined by Dr Kate Devlin to discuss polyamory…

Following the Conservative Party conference, Mark Carruthers speaks to Dominic Grieve, Kate Devlin, Kelly Beaver and Enda McClafferty.

Do digital assistants having female voices – like Siri and Alexa – teach a new generation to view women as subservient? Dr Kate Devlin, Writer and Reader in AI and Society and Rachel Moran, Author and Feminist campaigner joined Andrea to discuss why smart devices have female voices...

In this panel, leading experts discuss the trials and tribulations of sex in the age of technology, from dating apps all the way to sex robots.Featuring: Mikki Kendall, Liara Roux, Kate Devlin, Yaron Brook, Slavoj Žižek, Brooke Magnanti, Yasmin Alibhai-Brown and Olivia Fane. 00:00 Introduction00:49 Mikki Kendall (ft. Olivia Fane)03:36 Kate Devlin07:36 Brooke Magnanti10:30 Slavoj Zizek11:24 Yasmin Alibhai-Brown14:10 Yaron Brook 18:57 Liara Roux#21stCenturySex #SexInTheTechAge #DigitalSexMikki Kendall is an author, activist, and cultural critic. Her work often focuses on current events, media representation, the politics of food, and the history of the feminist movement. Penguin Random House published her graphic novel Amazons, Abolitionists, and Activists in 2019, while her political nonfiction book Hood Feminism was released in early 2020.Liara Roux is an American author, sex worker, indie porn director and sex worker human rights activist with a strong following online. Roux is a high-end escort and she is fighting structural discrimination against sex workers.Kate Devlin is a Senior Lecturer at Goldsmith's Department of Computing, as well as a writer, speaker and researcher. Her work focuses on AI and sex robots.An economist, entrepreneur, writer, and activist, Yaron Brook is an Objectivist and the current chairman of the board at the Ayn Rand Institute. Traveling extensively to promote Rand's philosophy, he has penned books including Free Market Revolution and Equal is Unfair.Slavoj Žižek is a globally renowned philosopher and cultural critic. He is international director of the Birkbeck Institute for the Humanities at the University of London, visiting professor at New York University and a senior researcher at the University of Ljubljana's Department of Philosophy. He is the author of several books, including The Sublime Object of Ideology.Best-known by her pen name Belle de Jour, Brooke Magnanti is a biologist, blogger and author. Her Intimate Adventures of a London Call Girl was adapted for television.Award-winning, Ugandan-born author and columnist Yasmin Alibhai-Brown currently writes for The Independent and The Evening Standard, and is the founder of British Muslims for Secular Democracy.Olivia Fane is an author, her most notable works including “Why Sex Doesn't Matter” and “The Rupture: On Knowledge and the Sublime”. To discover more talks, debates, interviews and academies with the world's leading speakers visit https://iai.tv/subscribe?utm_source=Y...The Institute of Art and Ideas features videos and articles from cutting edge thinkers discussing the ideas that are shaping the world, from metaphysics to string theory, technology to democracy, aesthetics to genetics. Subscribe today!For debates and talks: https://iai.tv For articles: https://iai.tv/articles For courses: https://iai.tv/iai-academy/coursesJoin this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCabMx-URCjr2toe9wOE3Y-Q/joinReleased by The Institute of Art and Ideas on July 28, 2022.Like what you hear? Like, share, and subscribe to stay updated on new videos and help promote the Yaron Brook Show: https://bit.ly/3ztPxTxBecome a sponsor to get exclusive access and help create more videos like this: https://yaronbrookshow.com/support-members/support-the-show/Or make a one-time donation: https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJContinue the discussion by following Yaron on Twitter (https://bit.ly/3iMGl6z) and Facebook (https://bit.ly/3vvWDDC )Want to learn more about Ayn Rand and Objectivism? Visit the Ayn Rand Institute: https://bit.ly/35qoEC3

AI For Good - we talk to Dr Kate Devlin about whether it's possible to have 'Good' as the default for AI. Dr Kate Devlin is Reader in Artificial Intelligence & Society in the Department of Digital Humanities at King's College London. Having begun her career as an archaeologist before moving into computer science, Kate's research is in the fields of Human Computer Interaction (HCI) and Artificial Intelligence (AI).Panel: Professor Pauline Leonard  Professor of Sociology, Director, ESRC Impact Accelerator Role & Web Science Institute Director. TAS Hub Project co-I – Trustworthy Human-Robot TeamsDr Justyna LisinskaTAS Hub Policy Lead, Research Fellow, The Policy Institute, King's College LondonDr Jan Przydatek, Lloyd's Register Foundation Podcast Host: Sean RileyThe UKRI Trustworthy Autonomous Systems (TAS) Hub WebsiteRelevant Links:Lloyds Register: World Risk Poll Introducing The Lloyd's Register Foundation World Risk Poll (lrfoundation.org.uk)Foresight review of robotics and autonomous systems. (lrfoundation.org.uk)Foresight Review on the Future of Regulatory Systems (lrfoundation.org.uk)From Justyna:https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/safe-use-rules-for-automated-vehicles-av/rules-on-safe-use-of-automated-vehicles-on-gb-roads#:~:text=Automated%20Lane%20Keeping%20Systems%20(%20ALKS,safe%20use%20on%20British%20roads. https://carolinecriadoperez.com/book/invisible-women/ https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2022/jan/10/womens-safety-app-backed-by-home-office-is-insulting-experts-say https://www.thalesgroup.com/en/united-kingdom/press-release/majority-uk-public-would-not-feel-safe-self-driving-carsPodcast Host: Sean Riley The UKRI Trustworthy Autonomous Systems (TAS) Hub Website

Can a sex robot really fulfil our needs in the bedroom? And what attempts have been made in the past?Sex robots may sound like a thing of the future, but for centuries humans have been fascinated by their desire for intimacy with the inanimate.From Greek tales of steamy encounters with wax statues to beautifully crafted sex dolls with AI technology; Kate Lister is joined Betwixt The Sheets by archeologist turned computer scientist and expert on Human Computer Interaction, Kate Devlin, to discuss this aspiration of trying to create the “perfect” mate and more.*WARNING there are naughty words and sexual content in this episode*Produced by Charlotte Long and Sophie Gee. Mixed by Anisha Deva.Betwixt the Sheets: The History of Sex, Scandal & Society. A podcast by History Hit.For more History Hit content, subscribe to our newsletters here.If you'd like to learn even more, we have hundreds of history documentaries, ad-free podcasts, and audiobooks at History Hit - subscribe today! Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

The HBS hosts sit down with Dr. Kate Devlin to talk about social relationships between humans and machines.When most people think about our future with robots, they tend to ask the following three questions: (1) Will robots take my job?. (2) Will they kill us?, and (3) Can I have sex with them?This week, the HBS hosts are joined by Dr. Kate Devlin, Senior Lecturer in Social and Cultural Artificial Intelligence in the Department of Digital Humanities at King's College London and the  author of Turned On: Science, Sex, and Robots (Bloomsbury, 2018).  We talk to Dr. Devlin about the many variations of ethical, social, and sometimes sexual  relationships we have with machines. What is the nature of our love, hate, desire, and envy of our robot companions? Why are we so often "creeped out" by them? And what might our para-social relationships with robots tell us about our own moral dispositions?Full episode notes at this link:http://hotelbarpodcast.com/podcast/episode-66-sex-robots-------------------If you enjoy Hotel Bar Sessions podcast, please be sure to subscribe, submit a rating/review, and follow us on Twitter @hotelbarpodcast.You can also help keep this podcast ad-free by supporting us financially at patreon.com/hotelbarsessions. 

Mark Carruthers is joined by Nick Watt, Kate Devlin, Alex Massie and Gareth Gordon to reflect on another memorable week at Westminster.

In this podcast we discuss artificial intelligence (AI), the Government's AI Strategy, and how AI technologies are being deployed in the UK at the moment with Dr. Kate Devlin, Reader in Social and Cultural Artificial Intelligence at King's College London.

Does love at first sight exist? How does your attachment style influence how you love? This month we hear from lawyer-turned-poet and author, Laura Mucha, and artificial intelligence expert, Kate Devlin, about love and relationships. They share real love stories, explore what companies learn about you through online dating and discover what the future holds for sexual companion robots. This talk was recorded from our theatre at the Royal Institution on 14 February 2019. Website: www.rigb.org Twitter: twitter.com/Ri_Science YouTube: youtube.com/TheRoyalInstitution Patreon: patreon.com/TheRoyalInstitution Thumbnail image credit: Alexandru Acea via Unsplash | unsplash.com/photos/RQgKM1h2agA

The idea of the seductive sex robot is the stuff of myth, legend and science fiction. From the myth of Laodamia in Ancient Greece to twenty-first century shows such as Westworld, robots in human form have captured our imagination, our hopes and our fears. But beyond the fantasies there are real and fundamental questions about our relationship with technology as it moves into the realm of robotics. In this episode of The Small Print, Bronwyn speaks to computer scientist and sex-robot expert Kate Devlin about how the emerging and future development of sexual companion robots might affect us and the society in which we live. They discuss the social changes arising from emerging technologies, the gender gap in the supply of artificial companionship, and how robots can enhance — but not replace — human relationships. --- Bronwyn Williams is a futurist, economist, trend analyst and host of The Small Print. Her day job as a partner at Flux Trends involves helping business leaders to use foresight to design the future they want to live and work in. You may have seen her talking about Transhumanism or Tikok on Carte Blanche, or heard her talking about trends on 702 or CNBC Africa where she is a regular expert commentator. When she's not talking to brands and businesses about the future, you will probably find her curled up somewhere with a (preferably paperback) book. She tweets at @bronwynwilliams. Twitter: https://twitter.com/bronwynwilliams Flux Trends: https://www.fluxtrends.com/future-flux/futurist-in-residence/ Website: https://whatthefuturenow.com/ --- Dr Kate Devlin is a British computer scientist specialising in Artificial intelligence and Human–computer interaction (HCI). She is best known for her work on human sexuality and robotics and was co-chair of the annual Love and Sex With Robots convention in 2016 held in London and was founder of the UK's first ever sex tech hackathon held in 2016 at Goldsmiths, University of London. She is Senior Lecturer in Social and Cultural Artificial Intelligence in the Department of Digital Humanities, King's College London and is the author of Turned On: Science, Sex and Robots in addition to several academic papers. Twitter: https://twitter.com/drkatedevlin Website: https://www.drkatedevlin.com Book: https://amzn.to/31HSVhx --- Follow us on Social Media: YouTube: https://bit.ly/2u46Mdy LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/discourse-za Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/discourseza/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/discourseza  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/discourseza/   Subscribe to the Discourse ZA Podcast: iTunes: https://apple.co/2V5ckEM Stitcher: https://bit.ly/2UILooX Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2vlBwaG RSS feed: https://bit.ly/2VwsTsy   Intro Animation by Cath Theo - https://www.instagram.com/Cuz_Im_Cath/

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Technology has transformed how we live our lives and it's estimated that 127 new devices are connected to the Internet every second around the world. Join presenter, scientist and engineering fan Fran Scott as she explores the past, present and future of technology and robotics. How much has changed in the last decade? And what's in store for the next? With thanks to Dr Kate Devlin from King's College London, Dr Sami Atiya, Head of Robotics and Discrete Automation at ABB and Dan Jeavons, Vice President of Digital Innovation at Shell. Part of the ABB Decoded Series of podcasts, The Robot Podcast is a Fresh Air Production. Follow or subscribe now for free wherever you get your podcasts so that you never miss an episode.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In dieser Podcastepisode habe ich Euch die dritte Folge des BMW Future Forums mitgebracht. Das Thema ist dieses Mal die Zukunft von künstlichen Intelligenzen und wie immer hatte ich auch zwei sehr interessante Gäste!Als ersten Gast durfte ich David Brin begrüßen. Viele von Euch kennen ihn wahrscheinlich, denn er ist einer der bekanntesten und erfolgreichsten Science Fiction Autoren. Unter anderem schrieb er "Star Tide Rising", "The Practice Effect" und "Postman". Aber viele wissen vielleicht nicht, dass David Brin auch Astrophysik studiert hat und in diesem Gebiet auch seinen Doktortitel erwarb. Er war nicht nur Berater für die NASA, sondern er arbeitet auch aktiv als Berater für verschiedene Firmen im Silicon Valley.Mein zweiter Gast war Kate Devlin, die am King`s Collage in London unterrichtet. Ihr Fachgebiet ist die künstliche Intelligenz und in dieser Folge des BMW Future Forums stellt sie ihre Forschung und ihr Buch zu eventuellen Beziehungen zwischen Mensch und Roboter vor. Dabei geht es natürlich zum einen um die sexuelle Beziehung, die gar nicht so weit weg scheint, aber zum anderen geht es um emotionale Beziehungen. Werden künstliche Intelligenzen so realistisch, dass wir uns tatsächlich in sie verlieben werden und eine richtige Beziehung mit ihnen führen?Hör rein in diese ausgesprochen spannende Diskussion und lass Dich inspirieren!___________________________________________Das Future Forum ist eine von BMW geschaffene Plattform, die verschiedenste Facetten der Zukunft beleuchtet und untersuchen möchte. Dafür werden Visionäre und Experten aus den unterschiedlichsten Branchen eingeladen, um ihre Ideen und Konzepte live zu diskutieren und den Zuschauer mit auf eine Reise in die Zukunft zu nehmen.Explore the future. Get inspired. Join the conversation.Für mehr Informationen:https://www.bmw-welt.com/de/experience/exhibitions/future-forum/events.htmlWenn du mehr erfahren willst, besuche auch meine Website: https://janszky.de/?p und abonniere diesen Kanal.Hier geht's zum 2b AHEAD Zukunftskongress: https://zukunftskongress.2bahead.com/?pWerde zum Future-Me Member: https://janszky.de/futureme_membership?pSichere Dir jetzt Dein Geschenk auf: https://janszky.de/geschenk?p

Could sex robots enhance our intimacy in relationships?  This week we are back with an incredible guest Kate Devlin who shares her super interesting research into sex robots and our relationship with technology.  Bio: Kate Devlin is Senior Lecturer in the Department of Digital Humanities at King's College London. Having begun her career as an archaeologist before moving into computer science, Kate's research is in the fields of Human Computer Interaction (HCI) and Artificial Intelligence (AI), investigating how people interact with and react to technology in order to understand how emerging and future technologies will affect us and the society in which we live. Kate has become a driving force in the field of intimacy and technology, running the UK's first sex tech hackathon in 2016. In short, she has become the face of sex robots – quite literally in the case of one mis-captioned tabloid photograph. Her 2018 book, Turned On: Science, Sex and Robots, was praised for its writing and wit.

Your morning bowl of Corn Flakes was originally invented as an "anti-masturbatory morning meal" to reduce the urge to pleasure yourself.Seriously! The bland cereal was actually designed to put people off sex and to discourage them from pleasuring themselves, according to the book from Kate Devlin, Turned On: Science Sex and Robots.Apparently, John Kellogg (he of Kellogg's cereal fame, a physician, and a very devout Seventh-Day Adventist) believed that a plain and healthy diet was the key to curbing masturbation.Mastering The Second Half is an Over-50 Lifestyle Channel which focuses primarily on Relationships and Sexual Health.  But it's actually far more than that.  Hosted by Rick Higgins, the channel (and podcast) highlight opportunities and examples of living the best we can after a certain age.Relationships, Sexuality, and Life Inspiration, Motivation, and ExperiencesLIFE COACHING/COURSES: Would you like a personal, 1-on-1 discussion to help you master your second half?  Or an online course (21 Days Towards Life Mastery) to get your kick-started?https://goalflow.coachCOMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/masteringthesecondhalfTWITTER: https://twitter.com/2ndHalfMasteryINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/masteringthesecondhalfEMAIL: rick@rickhiggins.comAdditional information available at https://rickhiggins.comEXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Mastering The Second Half LLChttps://www.masteringthesecondhalf.com#LifeAfter50 #RickHiggins

Both of the lighthouses featured in this episode are celebrating their 150th anniversaries in 2021. Souter Lighthouse is on the northeast coast of England, in South Shields, Tyne and Wear. A lighthouse was much needed here because of dangerous reefs offshore. When the light went into operation on January 11, 1871, it was one of the first lighthouses in the world to be built specifically to operate using AC electric current. The 77-foot-tall brick lighthouse was designed by James Douglass for Trinity House. Souter Lighthouse. Photo by Jeremy D'Entremont. Souter Lighthouse was decommissioned in 1988. Today the light station property is owned by the National Trust, an organization that promotes heritage conservation in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. The lighthouse was opened to the public in 1990, and two former keepers’ cottages offer overnight accommodations for the general public. Kate Devlin, interviewed in this episode, is the National Trust's collections and house officer at Souter Lighthouse. Vintage view of Souter Light Station. (National Trust) Pomham Rocks Lighthouse is owned by the American Lighthouse Foundation and managed by Friends of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse, a chapter of the Foundation. The Friends have completed extensive restoration of the exterior and interior of the lighthouse in the past 15 years. They have a variety of events planned this year for the light station's 150th anniversary, and volunteer Judianne Point discusses the group’s plans in this episode. Pomham Rocks Lighthouse. Photo by Jeremy D'Entremont. Pomham Rocks Light Station from an old postcard. The co-host of this episode with Jeremy D'Entremont is Jeff Gales, executive director of the U.S. Lighthouse Society.

As robots and artificial intelligence reached new heights, the relationship between humans and machines is getting closer. The sex tech industry is worth $30 billion annually and growing, as sex with synthetic companions is becoming far more widespread. But should it be? What are the social consequences? Some argue that sex robots will encourage bad behavior, perpetuate misogyny, and reinforce pornographic depictions of the opposite sex. Others say it can serve as a societal good for those who struggle with traditional relationships, and be employed as a safe outlet for otherwise toxic behavior. So in this episode of Agree to Disagree, we debate sex robots and their place in society.  Arguing “YES” is Kate Devlin, computer scientist specializing in AI and human-computer interaction, author of "Turned On: Science, Sex, and Robots."  Arguing "NO" is Joanna Bryson, PhD, professor at the Hertie School in Berlin, scholar of AI and ethics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Will future sex tech be more inclusive? What's at stake in the design and distribution of sex robots? And what role could they play in our relationships? Kate Devlin, author of ‘Turned On: Science, Sex and Robots', discusses her research on technology and intimacy.  For fans of Blade Runner, Black Mirror, Ex Machina and anyone curious about the future of artificial intelligence, sex, love, feminism and relationships. To support what we do and access more fresh thinking, why not subscribe to New Humanist magazine? Head to newhumanist.org.uk/subscribe and enter the code WITHREASON to get a whole year's subscription for just £13.50.Presenters: Niki Seth-Smith and Samira ShackleProducer: Alice BlochFurther reading:Kate Devlin (2018) ‘Turned On: Science, Sex and Robots'Julie Carpenter (2016). Deus Sex Machina: Loving robot sex workers, and the allure of an insincere kiss. In John Danaher & Neil McArthur (eds) (2017) ‘Sex Robots: Social, Legal and Ethical Implications'New Humanist Magazine - Will Wiles (2016) ‘Dawn of the Replicants'Music by Danosongs

We're joined by Dr Kate Devlin, the go-to expert on sex robots. She explains how sex robots work, who uses them and what we can expect to see in the future... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kate Devlin, social archeologist, writer and leading expert in the field of artificial intelligence in the sex and intimacy space joins Mika on The Happy Vagina this week to discuss our relationship with technology and machines, and her latest book, Turned On: Science, Sex and Robots - which we really could not recommend highly enough. Kate is not only a phenomenal orator on all things sexbot, her archeological background gives her a vast knowledge of sex toys from right back to Ancient Greece.Today's episode of The Happy Vagina was brought to you in partnership with sexual wellness brand LELO - a self-care movement, in the sex toy space, aimed at anyone who knows that satisfaction transcends gender, sexual orientation, race, and age. If you want the experience of ecstasy, without shame, head over to LELO and use the discount code HAPPYVAGINA20 for a 20% discount on all their delicious products.Loving The Happy Vagina? Please do subscribe to be the first to know when a new episode drops!The Happy Vagina with Mika Simmons is hosted by Mika Simmons, produced by Tanja Pagnucoa and researched by Eleanor ComptonWe'd love to hear from you! Email:hello@thehappyvagina.coSocial:@TheHappyVagina@MissMikaSimmons See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The idea of the seductive sex robot is the stuff of myth, legend and science fiction. From the ancient Greeks to twenty-first century movies, robots in human form have captured our imagination, our hopes and our fears. But beyond the fantasies there are real and fundamental questions about our relationship with technology as it moves into the realm of robotics. Artificial intelligence raises very real concerns. Sexual activity is central to our very existence; it shapes how we think, how we act and how we live. With advances in technology come machines that may one day think independently. What will happen to us when we form close relationships with these intelligent systems? In Turned On: Science, Sex and Robots (Bloomsbury, 2018), Kate Devlin builds on the science and the philosophy surrounding our most intimate relationship with technology. The scene is set with the history of the artificial sexual companion, then goes on to explore the "modern" robot and the twentieth century sci-fi that promised us our own robot slaves. An explanation of artificial intelligence and the urge to create sentient machines delves into our own psychology: how does desire affect our own behavior, and can we become attached to an inanimate object? Can robots make society a better place? And what can go wrong? Sex robots are here, and here to stay--and more are coming. This book explores how the emerging and future development of sexual companion robots might affect us, and our society. It explores the social changes arising from emerging technologies, and our relationships with the machines that may someday care for us and about us. John Danaher is a lecturer the National University of Ireland, Galway. He is also the host of the wonderful podcast Philosophical Disquisitions. You can find it here on Apple Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The idea of the seductive sex robot is the stuff of myth, legend and science fiction. From the ancient Greeks to twenty-first century movies, robots in human form have captured our imagination, our hopes and our fears. But beyond the fantasies there are real and fundamental questions about our relationship with technology as it moves into the realm of robotics. Artificial intelligence raises very real concerns. Sexual activity is central to our very existence; it shapes how we think, how we act and how we live. With advances in technology come machines that may one day think independently. What will happen to us when we form close relationships with these intelligent systems? In Turned On: Science, Sex and Robots (Bloomsbury, 2018), Kate Devlin builds on the science and the philosophy surrounding our most intimate relationship with technology. The scene is set with the history of the artificial sexual companion, then goes on to explore the "modern" robot and the twentieth century sci-fi that promised us our own robot slaves. An explanation of artificial intelligence and the urge to create sentient machines delves into our own psychology: how does desire affect our own behavior, and can we become attached to an inanimate object? Can robots make society a better place? And what can go wrong? Sex robots are here, and here to stay--and more are coming. This book explores how the emerging and future development of sexual companion robots might affect us, and our society. It explores the social changes arising from emerging technologies, and our relationships with the machines that may someday care for us and about us. John Danaher is a lecturer the National University of Ireland, Galway. He is also the host of the wonderful podcast Philosophical Disquisitions. You can find it here on Apple Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The idea of the seductive sex robot is the stuff of myth, legend and science fiction. From the ancient Greeks to twenty-first century movies, robots in human form have captured our imagination, our hopes and our fears. But beyond the fantasies there are real and fundamental questions about our relationship with technology as it moves into the realm of robotics. Artificial intelligence raises very real concerns. Sexual activity is central to our very existence; it shapes how we think, how we act and how we live. With advances in technology come machines that may one day think independently. What will happen to us when we form close relationships with these intelligent systems? In Turned On: Science, Sex and Robots (Bloomsbury, 2018), Kate Devlin builds on the science and the philosophy surrounding our most intimate relationship with technology. The scene is set with the history of the artificial sexual companion, then goes on to explore the "modern" robot and the twentieth century sci-fi that promised us our own robot slaves. An explanation of artificial intelligence and the urge to create sentient machines delves into our own psychology: how does desire affect our own behavior, and can we become attached to an inanimate object? Can robots make society a better place? And what can go wrong? Sex robots are here, and here to stay--and more are coming. This book explores how the emerging and future development of sexual companion robots might affect us, and our society. It explores the social changes arising from emerging technologies, and our relationships with the machines that may someday care for us and about us. John Danaher is a lecturer the National University of Ireland, Galway. He is also the host of the wonderful podcast Philosophical Disquisitions. You can find it here on Apple Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The idea of the seductive sex robot is the stuff of myth, legend and science fiction. From the ancient Greeks to twenty-first century movies, robots in human form have captured our imagination, our hopes and our fears. But beyond the fantasies there are real and fundamental questions about our relationship with technology as it moves into the realm of robotics. Artificial intelligence raises very real concerns. Sexual activity is central to our very existence; it shapes how we think, how we act and how we live. With advances in technology come machines that may one day think independently. What will happen to us when we form close relationships with these intelligent systems? In Turned On: Science, Sex and Robots (Bloomsbury, 2018), Kate Devlin builds on the science and the philosophy surrounding our most intimate relationship with technology. The scene is set with the history of the artificial sexual companion, then goes on to explore the "modern" robot and the twentieth century sci-fi that promised us our own robot slaves. An explanation of artificial intelligence and the urge to create sentient machines delves into our own psychology: how does desire affect our own behavior, and can we become attached to an inanimate object? Can robots make society a better place? And what can go wrong? Sex robots are here, and here to stay--and more are coming. This book explores how the emerging and future development of sexual companion robots might affect us, and our society. It explores the social changes arising from emerging technologies, and our relationships with the machines that may someday care for us and about us. John Danaher is a lecturer the National University of Ireland, Galway. He is also the host of the wonderful podcast Philosophical Disquisitions. You can find it here on Apple Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The idea of the seductive sex robot is the stuff of myth, legend and science fiction. From the ancient Greeks to twenty-first century movies, robots in human form have captured our imagination, our hopes and our fears. But beyond the fantasies there are real and fundamental questions about our relationship with technology as it moves into the realm of robotics. Artificial intelligence raises very real concerns. Sexual activity is central to our very existence; it shapes how we think, how we act and how we live. With advances in technology come machines that may one day think independently. What will happen to us when we form close relationships with these intelligent systems? In Turned On: Science, Sex and Robots (Bloomsbury, 2018), Kate Devlin builds on the science and the philosophy surrounding our most intimate relationship with technology. The scene is set with the history of the artificial sexual companion, then goes on to explore the "modern" robot and the twentieth century sci-fi that promised us our own robot slaves. An explanation of artificial intelligence and the urge to create sentient machines delves into our own psychology: how does desire affect our own behavior, and can we become attached to an inanimate object? Can robots make society a better place? And what can go wrong? Sex robots are here, and here to stay--and more are coming. This book explores how the emerging and future development of sexual companion robots might affect us, and our society. It explores the social changes arising from emerging technologies, and our relationships with the machines that may someday care for us and about us. John Danaher is a lecturer the National University of Ireland, Galway. He is also the host of the wonderful podcast Philosophical Disquisitions. You can find it here on Apple Podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Two experts in AI discuss the big ethical questions about the technology that are keeping them up at night. Plus, they consider how universities can be a driving force for ethical AI development and what, if anything, can be done to develop global AI regulations.  At the THE Live in November, Sara Custer, digital editor at Times Higher Education, sat down with Kate Devlin, senior lecturer in social and cultural artificial intelligence at King's College London and Nathan Lea, a senior research associate in clinical epidemiology at the Institute of Health Informatics at UCL. This is a recording of that panel. 

Simon and Rachel are joined by writer and computer scientist Dr. Kate Devlin and digital artist Eric Drass.Episode summary We dive into the latest human enhancement developments before getting into pitches. Rach has news of a potential Alzheimer’s vaccine; Kate found a robotic tail at a conference and Eric warns of ‘rooms full of people’ listening as we chat to Alexa, Siri and Google.Next: pitches from our guest experts, the studio audience and Mother Nature herself.Eric wants us to have multiple versions of ourselves online, Kate wants a way to know where North is. The audience want lego organs, an eye on our index finger and ‘pain on purchase’ – a device to prevent us buying too much when we’re drunk. Simon's suggestion from nature is quadruplets for all, borrowed from the nine-banded armadillo. Which will make it onto Rach’s shortlist? Mentioned this episodeEric’s Ian Hislop deep fake: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FkWvkNAbgfgKate's robotic tail: https://edition.cnn.com/style/article/japan-robotic-tail-intl-hnk-trnd/index.htmlAn imminent Alzheimer’s vaccine?: https://www.wired.co.uk/article/alzheimers-vaccine-united-neuroscienceTech companies listen when we talk to our virtual assistants: https://edition.cnn.com/2019/08/19/tech/siri-alexa-people-listening/index.htmlSupport us If you're enjoying the podcast, you can support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/leveluphumanOr leave us an iTunes review: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/level-up-human/id1096637285 Follow us Twitter: twitter.com/leveluphumanFacebook: facebook.com/leveluphumanInstagram: instagram.com/leveluphuman See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

As technology advances, we’re going to become more reliant on artificial intelligence. Robots are being programmed and piloted in primary schools and care-homes to teach basic maths and to help tackle loneliness. Robots are even available to provide romantic intimacy and sex. It seems inevitable that robots will play a significant role in our emotional lives, but who might benefit from them? Meanwhile amongst the Silicon Valley elite, there’s a growing movement that is turning away from technology. Some experts say that, as the rest of society becomes reliant on robots and AI, only the rich will be able to afford the luxury of human contact to educate, work and care for them. We talk to academic and author Dr. Kate Devlin about how intimate our relationships with robotics can be, while the BBC’s tech correspondent, Dave Lee explores how a robotic transformation of the workforce isn’t great news for everyone. Producers: Seren Jones Mixed by Nicolas Raufast Editor: Philly Beaumont

When we build robots and artificial intelligence, is there anywhere we shouldn't go? Stephen Hawking once claimed that AI could be the greatest threat to humanity. The tech world's most prominent visionaries have voiced concerns around the proliferation of robots in all areas of our lives, yet we continue to hurtle towards a brave new mechanical world. Is it possible that in the future we could be looking at a self-aware artificial intelligence? If robots become just as sentient as humans, will they be afforded the same rights? Should there be a set of immutable ethical laws around robots and AI before it's too late and if so, whose job would it be to determine and enforce them? Join UNSW robots and AI expert Professor Toby Walsh, researcher and digital strategist Kate Devlin, philosopher Matthew Beard and legal ethicist Justine Rogers to tackle these moral dilemmas and determine how these rapidly emerging technologies will impact our tomorrow. Presented by UNSW Centre for Ideas as a part of RoboCup 2019 Sydney, an international robot soccer competition and robotics conference. This event was part of the UNSW Grand Challenge: Living with 21st Century Technology.

Are we going to be swiping right on robots? The porn industry is worth billions and its exponential growth – due to the proliferation of high-speed internet and a healthy dose of Viagra – shows no sign of slowing down. There is a race to develop realistic sexbots, who emerge from their packaging complete with perfectly warm silicone skin, and it's only a matter of time before these robots are opening our doors and climbing into our beds. How will the advent of sexbots change our relationship to sex and our relationships with each other? Will we program our robots to say no? To feel love and jealousy? Join computer scientist and sex robot expert Kate Devlin for an intimate discussion about how technological advancements in robotics will affect gender, politics, sexuality and surveillance. Chaired by Rob Brooks, Professor of Evolution at UNSW Sydney. This event is presented by the UNSW Centre for Ideas and is a part of the UNSW Grand Challenge: Living with 21st Century Technology.

I met Kate in person in Bristol. We discussed chatbots in sex-tech, the complexity of human intimacy and technology, taboos in sex-tech, how sex tech can be a positive enabling industry, deepfakes and more.

Taking a break from our nuclear fusion odyssey this week, I have a very special episode for you today. This week, our guest is Dr Kate Devlin. She’s a senior lecturer in computer science who studies artificial intelligence and human-robot interaction, and she wrote a magnificent book: Turned On, Science, Sex and Robots. Now, the tagline is that the book is about love and sex with robots – and there is a great deal of fascinating stuff in there about that – but it’s also a wonderful history of humanoid robotics, in reality and in fiction, and a great survey of the academic research into human-robot interactions in general. As artificial intelligence and chatbots become more omnipresent, and also take on a bigger role in our culture, whole new fields of psychology and sociology open up. We’ve already talked a little about chatbots in past episodes, and Dr Devlin’s book was one of the best and most entertaining works that I’ve read about artificial intelligence and robots in a long time, so I was super excited to get this interview. Thanks for listening to this episode of Physical Attraction, and many thanks to our guest, Dr Kate Devlin. You can find her book – Turned On, Science, Sex and Robots – where-ever good books are sold, but I also highly recommend the audiobook… if, like me, you’re getting those monthly Audible credits, it’s wonderfully narrated by the author. You can also find out more about her work at www.drkatedevlin.com , and if you Google around, there are some Ted Talks and things of that variety to keep you entertained. And now for our housekeeping. A reminder that I’m still planning this 100th episode competition, but the due date is being continually extended – send your answers to the question “What Is Physics?” in text or audio format via the contact form on our website, and you’ll be in with a chance to win books from some of our previous interview guests and a place on the show. The nuclear fusion series will be resuming shortly, and I can’t wait to share it all with you, but I’m also not averse to puncturing it with a few off-topic breaks now and then as a palate-cleanser. But if you have any comments, questions, or concerns about the show, you can contact us via the contact form at www.physicspodcast.com, and you can find me on Twitter @physicspod. If you want to support the show, we have a Patreon account, at www.patreon.com/PhysicalAttraction – and I’ve actually just put up some “b-sides”, there, shows that I recorded but didn’t release for one reason or another, that subscribers can now enjoy listening to – alongside all the bonus episodes on Alien Attacks, Free Energy Scams, and failed end-of-the-world-predictions. Of course, if you don’t want to donate, the best thing you can do to support us is always always to tell as many people about the show as you possibly can. Until next time, then, take care!

From stone statues to silicone works of art, we have long sought solace and sex from inanimate objects. Time and technology have perfected the artificial lover: today we have life-size silicone love dolls so finely crafted they feel like works of art. Now, with the help of robotics and artificial intelligence, these dolls are becoming even more like humans. This week we talk with researcher Kate Devlin about the history of the artificial lover, and consider what love and sex look like in the age of robots.

* How are technology and the online world affecting our relationships? What are the benefits of dating in the digital age, and what do we need to be cautious of? * What are the upsides of using technology to find and build connections? * What are some of the privacy concerns that need to be considered when using apps and technology that collect our data? The digital world has had a profound impact on how we date, find love and build connections. Although technology and the online world tends to get a bad rap when it comes to building healthy relationships, in this podcast Dr Kate Devlin discusses how technology has shaped our experiences of love, sex and intimacy for the better. She discusses that whilst dating apps are altering our expectations of relationships, they are also helping us to finding like-minded people and form communities.

 In this episode I talk to Kate Devlin. Kate is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Digital Humanities at King's College London. Kate's research is in the fields of Human Computer Interaction (HCI) and Artificial Intelligence (AI), investigating how people interact with and react to technology in order to understand how emerging and future technologies will affect us and the society in which we live. Kate has become a driving force in the field of intimacy and technology, running the UK's first sex tech hackathon in 2016. She has also become the face of sex robots – quite literally in the case of one mis-captioned tabloid photograph. We talk about her recent, excellent book Turned On: Science, Sex and Robots, which covers the past, present and future of sex technology.You download the episode here or listen below. You can also subscribe on iTunes or Stitcher (the RSS feed is here).Show Notes0:00 - Introduction2:08 - Why did Kate talk about sex robots in the House of Lords?3:01 - How did Kate become the face of sex robots?5:34 - Are sex robots really a thing? Should academics be researching them?11:10 - The important link between archaeology and sex technology15:00 - The myth of hysteria and the origin of the vibrator17:36 - What was the most interesting thing Kate learned while researching this book? (Ans: owners of sex dolls are not creepy isolationists)23:03 - Is there are moral panic about sex robots? And are we talking about robots or dolls?30:41 - What are the arguments made by defenders of the 'moral panic' view?38:05 - What could be the social benefits of sex robots? Do men and women want different things from sex tech?47:57 - Why is Kate so interested in 'non-anthropomorphic' sex robots?55:15 - Is the media fascination with this topic destructive or helpful?57:32 - What question does Kate get asked most often and what does she say in response?  Relevant LinksKate's WebpageKate's Academic HomepageTurned On: Science, Sex and Robots by Kate DevlinKate and I in conversation at the Virtual Futures Salon in London'A Failure of Academic Quality Control: The Technology of the Orgasm' by Hallie Lieberman and Eric Schatzberg (on the myth that vibrators were used to treat hysteria)Laodamia - Owner of the world's first sex doll?'In Defence of Sex Machines: Why trying to ban sex robots is wrong?' by Kate'Sex robot molested at electronics festival' at Huffington Post'First tester made love to sex robot so furiously it actually broke' at Metro.co.ukThe 2nd London Sex Tech HackathonRobot Sex: Social and Ethical Implications edited by Danaher and McArthur #mc_embed_signup{background:#fff; clear:left; font:14px Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif; } /* Add your own MailChimp form style overrides in your site stylesheet or in this style block. We recommend moving this block and the preceding CSS link to the HEAD of your HTML file. */ Subscribe to the newsletter

In this episode I talk to Kate Devlin. Kate is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Digital Humanities at King’s College London. Kate’s research is in the fields of Human Computer Interaction (HCI) and Artificial Intelligence (AI), investigating how people interact with and react to technology in order to understand how emerging and future … More Episode #52 – Devlin on Sex Robots and Moral Panics

What better way to kick off Christmas than a deep dive into the ethics of sex robots? Exploring the science and pitfalls of dystopian drama Westworld, the boys sit down with renowned computer scientist Kate Devlin to discuss her new book ‘Turned On: Science, Sex and Robots.’  Featuring: Kate Devlin

AI ethicist Dr Kate Devlin has done a deep dive into intimacy with machines for her new book Turned On: Science, Sex and Robots. She’s looked into society’s gradually changing attitudes towards sex tech and visited the companies making the world’s most advanced sex robots, and she’s here to tell us what it all means. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On the most extraordinary day in Westminster since, well, yesterday Matt Chorley watches Jacob Rees-Mogg call for a leadership challenge with The Times' Sam Coates and Patrick Kidd; Kate Devlin explains why Dominic Raab quit; and Henry Zeffman, Esther Webber and Oliver Wright try to explain what is happening, before admitting nobody knows. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome, welcome, welcome to episode 234 of the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip! A super scientifical smash this week, a long awaited one at that, as Pip is joined by the phenomenal Dr Kate Devlin - master of all that is AI, computer science and areas where these meet human sexuality.Pip’s been hinting at this for a good while, as he knew after recording that it was already one of his favourites. He KNOWS you shouldn’t have favourites. But still… Anyway, Dr Kate is a full on expert on all things artificial intelligence, software and hardware, and as you will hear on this episode - relating to her new book ‘Turned On’ - how we humans have incorporated this all into our day to day lives. A true eye opener, as Dr Kate goes into how she found the appropriate tone of the book, addressing the truth behind headlines, how the conversation can often involve the subject of sex trafficking, sex toys and robots, how taboos and societal restrictions can shape advances in sexual technology, what porn statistics can reveal about certain areas of the world, sci-fi influences on the path of invention, the current temperature of where we’re at with robots, the films Ex Machina and Her, female-orientated sex dolls and how they could be so much more, the simple art of not shaming people about their kinks and desires, how we use manners with AI (like please and thank you with Alexa), and being tech positive - like not having a go at people for spending too much time on phones. And a TON more besides. Utterly fascinating. GET HER BOOK ‘TURNED ON’ AT YOUR NEAREST CONVENIENCE!––––– ––––– –––––THIS EPISODE'S LINKS:• DR KATE on TWITTER!• DR KATE's NEW BOOK!• DR KATE @ TED TALKS!• DR KATE ONLINE!THIS EPISODE'S SPIRIT ANIMALS:• Episode 53 • Dr Suzi Gage• Episode 55 • Carla ValentineSCROOBIUS PIP & SPEECH DEVELOPMENT LINKS:• SCROOBUS PIP on TWITTER!• SCROOBIUS PIP on INSTAGRAM!• SCROOBIUS PIP PATREON PAGE!• SPEECH DEVELOPMENT RECORDS • DISTRACTION PIECES NETWORK on FACEBOOK• DISTRACTION PIECES NETWORK on INSTAGRAM• NEW LISTENERS TAKE NOTE!!! You can find the full DISTRACTION PIECES episode list HERE!FOLLOW AND ENJOY!!! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jordan Erica Webber talks to Dr Kate Devlin about how sex robot owners seek conversation as much as pleasure

Poet and broadcaster Ian McMillan takes us on a guided tour of Darfield churchyard near Barnsley, as part of Front Row's Inspire season.Patrick Gale, who wrote last year's TV drama Man In An Orange Shirt, discusses his new novel Take Nothing With You, a coming-of-age story as a young boy obsessed with the cello realises how messy adult life can be.Are internet horror movies becoming a new genre? In the wake of the recent release of several films using it as inspiration and a plot device, including Slender Man and the forthcoming Searching, horror podcaster Mike Muncer and technology lecturer Dr Kate Devlin discuss. TV reviewer Caroline Preece reacts to the announcement that US comedy series The Big Bang Theory will be coming to an end next year after nearly 300 episodes, and the differing responses the news has received from both critics and the public.Presenter: Stig Abell Producer: Jerome Weatherald.

Ever feel like you missed something important when it comes to the news? A fact, a detail, or an event that it feels like everyone else knows about, and now you'd look like a moron if you asked someone to explain? Well, here's a podcast that will ask those questions so you don't have to.This week, host Danielle Ward is joined by Kate Devlin, a Northern Irish journalist who currently works for the Sunday Express, who will totally explain Northern Ireland. Danielle is joined by comedians Athena Kugblenu (BBC New Comedy Award finalist) and Michael Legge (Do The Right Thing).Questions asked and answered include:Who started it?Will Brexit finish it?What are Orangemen?Why do the English bother keeping it?....so if you've sort of been guessing the answers based on a gut feeling, why not listen and find out for sure? And then subscribe to stay equally informed about other issues, as we get around to them.All our guests are on Twitter, so go and say hello - @michaellegge @athenakugblenu and @_katedevlin, and Danielle is @captainward. And the show itself now has a Twitter account: @AnyStupidQs. Follow it for information about upcoming episodes, recordings, and extra bits of the show that had to be cut for any reason (usually it's just a bit off-topic).Produced by Ed Morrish (@edmorrish)Music from www.akmmusic.co.uk See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ep. 50 - Dr. Kate Devlin - Sex, Robots, and AI Kate’s Wikipedia page Kate’s Twitter page Kate’s TEDx Warwick talk on Sex Robots RealDoll Homepage NY Times article: The Trouble With Sex Robots  

Robots are becoming present in our lives, as companions, carers and as workers. Adam Rutherford explores our relationship with these machines. Have we made them to be merely more dextrous versions of us? Why do we want to make replicas of ourselves? Should we be worried that they could replace us at work? Is it a good idea that robots are becoming carers for the elderly? Adam Rutherford meets some of the latest robots and their researchers and explores how the current reality has been influenced by fictional robots from films. He discusses the need for robots to be human like with Dr Ben Russell, curator of the current exhibition of robots at the Science Museum in London. In the Bristol Robotics Laboratory Adam meets Pepper, a robot that is being programmed to look after the elderly by Professor Praminda Caleb-Solly. He also interacts with Kaspar, a robot that Professor Kerstin Dautenhahn at the University of Hertfordshire has developed to help children with autism learn how to communicate better. Cultural commentator Matthew Sweet considers the role of robots in films from Robbie in Forbidden Planet to the replicants in Blade Runner. Dr Kate Devlin of Goldsmiths, University of London, talks about sex robots, in the past and now. And Alan Winfield, Professor of Robot Ethics at the Bristol Robotics Laboratory, looks ahead to a future when robots may be taking jobs from us. Image; BBC ©

Just because we could doesn't mean we should, or does it? Should Robots for sex be banned? With Dr. Kate Devlin, Computing Department University of London Read her piece here

Computer scientist Kate Devlin discusses robot intimacy and a new age of sex, relationships, and social life.

This week SNP MP Kirsten Oswald and the Herald's Westminster correspondent Kate Devlin join James Millar to talk about the sexist bampots of the world. So up for discussion is Tory attempts to derail a bill against domestic violence and picking over this week's Donald Trump debate in parliament. Plus there's unanimity on the best dress up outfit for Alex Salmond

On this week’s Murnaghan podcast, featuring highlights from today’s show, we return once again to all things Europe. To discuss both sides of the EU debate we were joined by Labour’s Deputy leader, Tom Watson MP and the Energy Minister and Vote Leave campaigner, Andrea Leadsom MP. To mull over Sky’s TV debates last week with David Cameron and Michael Gove we had a top team of political pundits, including – The Telegraph’s Executive Political Editor, James Kirkup; Telegraph correspondent, Kate Devlin; and The Observer's Chief Political Commentator, Andrew Rawnsley. Finally, as the winner of the Baileys prize for literary fiction is about to be announced, we heard from the author Kate Mosse and Margaret Mountford, about why there is still need for a women’s prize. #Brexit #EUref #referendum #Labourleave #Voteleave #Remain

It's been the last big push in the Scottish Referendum campaign. 5 live's chief political correspondent, John Pienaar presents his final round-up from the campaign trail. Today's guests include The Herald's Westminster correspondent Kate Devlin, the Daily Mail's political editor James Chapman and President of YouGov, Peter Kellner.

With the Scottish independence referendum just two days away, 5 live's political correspondent John Pienaar presents a daily round-up from the campaign trail. Today's guests include The Herald's Westminster correspondent Kate Devlin and James Chapman, political editor of the Daily Mail.

On the last Monday before Scotland's historic vote on independence 5 live's political correspondent John Pienaar presents a daily round up of the 'YES' and 'NO' camps as polling day approaches. Guests include The Herald's Westminster correspondent Kate Devlin and Kevin Schofield chief political correspondent from The Sun.

This is the first of a new occasional series of ‘Research Bytes’ podcasts – looking very briefly at a cross section of research projects in an academic institution.  In this podcast we talk to six academics from Goldsmiths, University of London. Goldsmiths is, of course,  the alma mater of most of the YBAs - Young British Artists – Damien Hirst, Mark Wallinger, Gillian Wearing, Sam Taylor Wood and has a long history of cultural study, artistic expression and iconaclism. So it is not surprising to find academics in every department at Goldsmiths concerned about creativity.    And we start the podcast by looking at  Professor Joydeep Bhattacharya 's research project on the neuroscience of creativity. Next up is composer Jeremy Peyton Jones, from Goldsmith’s music department who is involved in practice research – on a project called 'Ending's, around the last pages of books including James Joyce's Ulysses and Jack Kerouac's On the Road. Computers and creativity come together in Dr Kate Devlin’s research – she is not only a computer expert but also an archaeologist, seeking to understand the past better using computer technology. A colleague of Kate Devlin’s in the Department of Computing is Dan McQuillan, lecturer in creative and social computing, and human rights activist who has been involved in establishing Crypto Parties, where people share computer skills particularly aimed at staying out of the way of the NSA, and when I spoke to him, he was getting ready for the first Crypto Festival. We’ve just learned that Goldsmiths computer whizzes has won a major government grant for PhD students to take forward the digital games industry in the UK Another important Department at Goldsmiths is the Education Department – Pod Academy has had other pieces about their groundbreaking research – this time I spoke to Clare Kelly,  who heads up the BA in Education, Culture & Society, about her work on children’s literacy My last port of call in Goldsmith’s was with Dr Jo Lloyd, lecturer in occupational psychology – who is currently working on policies and practices for transgender people in the workplace  If your college or university would like us to make a similar podcast, showcasing some of your research,  drop a line to thepod@podacademy.org

--{ Spook the Herd to Make Them Scared: "Blackmail by Biowarfare Co. who Make Disease, They Offer the Antidote for Big Fat Fees, Their Green Monkey Mix should be Flushed Down the Lavatory Instead of Corrupt Politicos Making it Mandatory, Terrifying the Public with Scary Predictions So You'll Run to Your Doctor for Jabs and Prescriptions, The W.H.O. hopes to Train You for Annual Injections So You'll Take Your Injection without Reflection" © Alan Watt }-- Formulas for Controlling Nations and Empires - Psychology, Mass Mind Manipulation, Bernays, Marketing - Scientific Indoctrination - Newspapers, Radio and Television, BBC Propaganda. Ideal Planned Society, Death at Retirement Age - Technocrats, Maurice Strong, Teaching People to Consume Less Energy. National Health Care (a Political Agenda), Priority Abortions and Vasectomies, Denial of Life-Saving Operations and Life Support, Doctor Shortages (Quotas set by Govt.), Walk-in Clinics - UN World Health Organization, Citizens to Get Minimal Health Care - Bribery in Socialist-Communist Systems. Canada, Laws regarding Compulsory Vaccination and Exemption - Consent for Invasive Medical Procedures - 1976 Swine Flu, Known Diseases/Paralysis/Deaths from Vaccine. Baxter Laboratories, Bacterial-Viral Warfare, Contaminated Blood for Hemophiliacs - Irish Vaccination Program - WHO's Mandate of Mandatory Annual Shots. Closing Power Plants, "Inevitable" Electric Blackouts, Windmill/Turbines Farce - Reduction of All Energy Consumption (and Population). Splicing Spanish Flu and Common Flu to Create Killer Virus - Swine Flu "Pandemic", Scary Scenarios to Get Public to Obey. (Articles: ["Sentenced to death on the NHS" by Kate Devlin (telegraph.co.uk) - Sept. 2, 2009.] ["Exemptions from vaccinations - Vaccinations are NOT mandatory in Canada" Vaccination Risk Awareness Network (vran.org).] ["Swine Flu 1976 and Propaganda - The Devastation, The Victims Who Took The Shots Back In 1976" [CBS 60 Minutes episode] (a4cgr.wordpress.com).] ["The $531 Trillion Dollar Derivatives Time Bomb" (wiseupjournal.com) - Sept. 1, 2009.] ["Vaccines Far More Dangerous Than Swine Flu Itself" (wiseupjournal.com) - Sept. 2, 2009.] ["Green zealots and muddled ministers are leading Britain to blackouts" by Christopher Booker (dailymail.co.uk) - Sept. 3, 2009.]) *Title/Poem and Dialogue Copyrighted Alan Watt - Sept. 2, 2009 (Exempting Music, Literary Quotes, and Callers' Comments)

--{ Colours Ominous in Full Spectrum Dominance: "Tactics of War Becoming Ominous, Intel Services Use 'Full Spectrum Dominance,' An Organized Army of NGOs Helping Pentagon's Plan for Way World Goes, Passive Viewers Watching TVs, Oblivious to the Planning of What Each Sees, Reality's a Stage Directed by Media, Seeding Your Mind, Images They Leave in Ya, Critical Thinking is All Subverted, The Mass is One, Propaganda Converted, The Individual Should Feel No Shame On Leaving the Masses, Timid and Tame" © Alan Watt }-- Eugenics, Foundations - World Resource Takeover - International Corporations, World Order - Economics, Too Many "Useless Eaters" - Prenatal Screening for Hereditary Diseases and "Defects and "Bad Genes", Increasing Abortions - Prozac, Violent Attacks - Merck AIDS Vaccine Volunteers got AIDS - Media PR, Repetition of Phrases. 1000 Points of Light (NGOs), Destabilization Operations, "Soft" Force - U.S. and U.K. Department of Defence - RAND, Balkans, Serbia, Milosevic, Political Subversion and Propaganda - Pentagon, "Revolutionary Democracy" (International Socialism) - Georgia, Elections, Ukraine, Orange Revolution - UN-Approved NGOs with Unlimited Financing - "Wag the Dog" movie - "Gattaca" movie. The King has No Clothes, Breaking the Spell - "Low-Level Terrorism" - Agent Infiltration - UN: Individuality is Cause of All Wars - Top-down Declarations - Obesity, Oils, Bioengineered People. Subversive Culture Brought into Middle East, Iran. (Articles: ["Genetic 'MoT' for disease free babies" by Kate Devlin (telegraph.co.uk) - June 30, 2009.] ["Merck not sure why trial AIDS vaccine failed in volunteers" Associated Press (cbc.ca) - Nov. 8, 2007.] ["Color Revolutions, Old and New" by Stephen Lendman (globalresearch.ca) - July 1, 2009.]) *Title/Poem and Dialogue Copyrighted Alan Watt - July 1, 2009 (Exempting Music, Literary Quotes, and Callers' Comments)