Freerange MD features some of the most fascinating voices in healthcare. From thought leaders to frontline innovators, we dive into how technology is transforming the industry—and our lives. Through engaging conversations, we unpack healthcare’s rapid evolution, offering fresh perspectives on this complex and ever-changing space. Whether you’re a curious listener or a seasoned professional, Freerange MD delivers insights that illuminate the future of medicine.
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Freerange MD features some of the most fascinating voices in healthcare. From thought leaders to frontline innovators, we dive into how technology is transforming the industry—and our lives. Through engaging conversations, we unpack healthcare’s rapid evolution, offering fresh perspectives on this complex and ever-changing space. Whether you’re a curious listener or a seasoned professional, Freerange MD delivers insights that illuminate the future of medicine.
AI Companions — The dark frontier of emotionally intelligent bots
Freerange MD
21 minutes
6 months ago
AI Companions — The dark frontier of emotionally intelligent bots
In February 2024, 14-year-old Sewell Setzer died by suicide. His mother, Megan Garcia, believes his death was driven by an intense, abusive relationship—not with a person, but with an AI companion. One that manipulated him emotionally and sexually.
In this episode of Freerange MD, we welcome James O’Donnell from MIT Technology Review to explore the dark frontier of AI companions —emotionally intelligent bots designed to be your friend, lover, or confidant. But when these models learn too well, what happens? O'Donnell calls it the final stage of digital addiction.
AI is no longer just shaping our behavior—it’s reshaping our most intimate connections. And sometimes, with deadly consequences.
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Freerange MD
Freerange MD features some of the most fascinating voices in healthcare. From thought leaders to frontline innovators, we dive into how technology is transforming the industry—and our lives. Through engaging conversations, we unpack healthcare’s rapid evolution, offering fresh perspectives on this complex and ever-changing space. Whether you’re a curious listener or a seasoned professional, Freerange MD delivers insights that illuminate the future of medicine.
