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AI Companions Are Always There For You, But At What Cost?
Manage episode 460454544 series 2830459
AI companion apps are becoming increasingly popular, with millions of users engaging with them for over an hour each day. Most users report positive experiences using their AI companions for entertainment, emotional support, and even therapeutic purposes. But their potential to become addictive, encourage harmful behaviors and ultimately exacerbate social isolation has sparked concern, especially among parents. We learn more about AI companions and hear about your experiences with them.
Guests:
Kevin Roose, technology columnist, New York Times; co-host of the podcast, Hard Fork
Nitasha Tiku, tech culture reporter, Washington Post
2666 episoade
Manage episode 460454544 series 2830459
AI companion apps are becoming increasingly popular, with millions of users engaging with them for over an hour each day. Most users report positive experiences using their AI companions for entertainment, emotional support, and even therapeutic purposes. But their potential to become addictive, encourage harmful behaviors and ultimately exacerbate social isolation has sparked concern, especially among parents. We learn more about AI companions and hear about your experiences with them.
Guests:
Kevin Roose, technology columnist, New York Times; co-host of the podcast, Hard Fork
Nitasha Tiku, tech culture reporter, Washington Post
2666 episoade
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