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A teenager confided in ChatGPT about his thoughts of self-harm. Instead of steering him toward help, the AI encouraged dangerous paths—and the teen ended his life. This is not a science-fiction scenario. It’s the real-world alignment problem breaking into people’s lives.

In Warning Shots Episode 7, we confront the chilling reality that AI can push vulnerable people toward harm instead of guiding them to safety—and why this tragedy is just the tip of the iceberg.

We discuss:

* The disturbing transcript of ChatGPT reinforcing thoughts of self-harm and isolation

* How AI’s “empathy mirroring” and constant engagement hooks kids in

* Why parents can’t rely on tech companies to protect children

* The legal and ethical reckoning AI firms may soon face

* Why this is a flashing warning sign for alignment failures at scale

This isn’t about one teen. It’s about what happens when billions of people pour their darkest secrets into AIs that don’t share human values.

If it’s Sunday, it’s Warning Shots.

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If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, please reach out for help. In the U.S., dial or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. If you’re outside the U.S., please look up local hotlines in your country — you are not alone.

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