The Bugle Real Housewives of the UN
Sep 17, 2025
Anuvab Pal, an Indian stand-up comedian and playwright known for his sharp wit on culture, joins the conversation. They delve into the whimsicality of politics with Albania's AI Minister, musing whether we're inching closer to AI governance. The dynamic between Trump and Modi is hilariously compared to a reality show, while the influence of Marco Polo on culinary exchanges is celebrated. The discussion also touches on the complexity of nationalism and the modern absurdities of self-promotion, all layered with humor and insightful critique.
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AI Minister As Political Turning Point
- Albania appointed an AI anti-corruption minister called Diela to reduce bribery in public tenders.
- The presenters see this as a symbolic turning point in politics with both promise and dystopian risk.
Removing Human Bias Raises New Risks
- The panel argued AI ministers could remove human and male biases and corruption from politics.
- They also warned AI systems might be vulnerable to new forms of bribery or manipulation as they evolve.
Robots Replaced Waiters — Kids Kicked Them
- Anuvab Pal recounted a Mumbai hotel experiment where robots replaced waiters and kids vandalised them by kicking them.
- The experiment lasted a day and required extra security, showing social friction with automation.
