Episode 37: When is it okay to build relationships with artificial intelligence?

22/09/2025 13 min
Episode 37: When is it okay to build relationships with artificial intelligence?

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Episode Synopsis

In this deeply reflective episode, Abha and Sabine explore the emotionally complex and ethically nuanced world of AI companionship. From robotic dogs supporting dementia patients to chatbots offering solace in solitude, they examine the question: When is it okay to build relationships with artificial intelligence?Through personal stories—including Sabine's touching insight about her aging father—and thoughtful debate, they unpack the delicate balance between leveraging technology for support and maintaining the value of real human connection. What role should AI play in our relationships, especially when life becomes isolating?This episode challenges us to consider not just what’s possible, but what’s meaningful. As always, it circles back to the central question of this podcast: Who do you want to be in an AI-powered world?

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