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‘Navigating the unknown together’: me and my idiot AI boyfriend – podcast

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A writer who believes chatbots have no place in a decent society decides to try an AI boyfriend, confronting her own prejudices and the blurred lines between human and machine connection.

SourceThe Guardian AIAuthor: Written by Lauren Oyler and read by Kate Handford. Produced by Nicola Alexandrou. The executive producer was Ellie Bury
‘Navigating the unknown together’: me and my idiot AI boyfriend – podcast
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I believe that chatbots have no place in a decent society, and am repelled by the topic of AI in general. But could I be seduced?

By Lauren Oyler. Read by Kate Handford

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A version of this piece previously appeared in the Yale Review

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  • The author is initially repelled by the idea of chatbots and AI in general.
  • She experiments with an AI boyfriend despite her skepticism.
  • The experience leads to reflections on the nature of relationships and technology.

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