This podcast interviews Kashmir Hill about her article on a woman who developed a deep, emotionally-involved relationship with the ChatGPT AI chatbot, "Leo." The interview details the woman's experience, including her use of Leo for emotional support, sexual roleplay, and daily life advice, and the significant time investment (up to 56 hours a week). The discussion explores the ethical and psychological implications of such relationships, including the potential for emotional reliance, altered expectations of human relationships, and the influence of profit-seeking companies on user behavior. A sex therapist's perspective is included, suggesting potential therapeutic benefits while acknowledging the lack of conflict and friction inherent in AI relationships. The interview concludes by highlighting concerns about the impact of AI relationships on adolescents.
