Can Training AI On Online Chaos Create Digital Monsters?

11/01/2025 30 min

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Episode Synopsis

A heated debate unfolds over whether training AI on Reddit’s unfiltered content could lead to argumentative, misinformation-prone bots—or provide unique insights into human behavior. Skeptics warn of AIs mirroring toxicity and illogical reasoning, while optimists argue it’s a goldmine of raw communication patterns. The discussion revives cautionary tales of past AIs derailed by internet data, sparking questions about balancing machine learning potential with ethical safeguards.

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