Will Robots Take Over The World?

Sep 7, 2023

Delving into the world of humanoid robots, the podcast explores their journey from past disappointments to current advancements in mobility and capabilities. It highlights their use in Disney's live shows and raises questions about the societal impact. The hosts also discuss the development of AI robots for household chores, including Tesla's humanoid robot Optimus. They delve into the design of Optimus and the use of communication-capable and stunt robots at Disney parks. The podcast explores advancements in robotics for household chores and acrobatic stunts, discussing companies like Dyson and Tesla. It also features a segment with Sophia, one of the world's most advanced humanoid robots, discussing her role as an innovation ambassador for the United Nations and the implications of AI robots in everyday life. The hosts express their discomfort with a robot's response about taking over the world and ponder the possibility of having living robots in our houses.

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Introduction

00:00 • 2min

Introducing Sponsors and Discussing Robots Becoming Serial Killers

02:18 • 3min

AI Robotics and the Future of Household Chores

04:56 • 6min

Designing the Optimus Robot and Introducing Miro

10:28 • 3min

Advancements in Robotics: From Household Chores to Acrobatic Stunts

13:20 • 12min

Feelings about Robot Responses and Pondering the Future

25:23 • 2min

We delve into the world of humanoid robots, highlighting their journey from past disappointments to their current state of development. We'll discuss recent advancements in their mobility and capabilities, including their use in Disney's live shows. We also raise questions about the societal impact of these robots and tease an upcoming segment and even talk to the robots themselves.

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