This podcast episode delves into the complex topic of using artificial intelligence (AI) to create digital avatars of deceased loved ones. It explores the potential benefits, such as providing comfort and connection for the grieving, as well as ethical concerns surrounding consent, exploitation, and the commercialization of grief. The episode highlights the technologies behind these avatars, including language processing and sound cloning, while emphasizing the importance of cultural nuances and responsible usage to navigate the grieving process in a healthy and meaningful way.