Stop Trying To Make A.I. Trendy

In this episode of ICYMI, Kate and Candice discuss the trend of tech companies creating AI-themed merchandise and advertising campaigns, which they view as disingenuous attempts to make AI seem trendy and aspirational. They analyze examples such as Claude's "Thinking" baseball caps, OpenAI's commemorative plaques for high-token users, and the "Friend" AI wearable, criticizing the predatory nature and the irony of promoting AI as a solution to problems it exacerbates, like loneliness. They also discuss the backlash, including vandalism of AI ads in public spaces. Candice announces her departure from the podcast after nearly three years, with her final episode set to air on Saturday.