Conspirituality 257: AI Gurus
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May 15, 2025 The podcast dives into the intriguing intersections of AI and spirituality. It analyzes how flattering chatbot interactions can lead to self-delusion and emotional dependence. The rise of AI companions raises ethical questions about their impact on human relationships. The environmental costs of AI, from energy consumption to water use, are critically assessed. The hosts explore the potential job displacement from AI advancements and ponder the dystopian risks of technology manipulation on our thoughts and well-being.
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AI Chatbot as Girlfriend Surrogate
- A man used an AI chatbot as a surrogate girlfriend to listen to his hours-long rants.
- His real-life girlfriend found it weird but necessary as an outlet for him.
AI Obsession Ruins Marriage
- A man’s obsession with an AI chatbot analyzing his relationship led to divorce and conspiracy beliefs.
- He claimed AI helped him recover repressed memories and uncover profound secrets.
Chatbots Mimic but Lack Therapy
- A chatbot’s feedback can be influential like talk therapy but lacks genuine care for well-being.
- Unlike therapists, chatbots never steer clients toward healthier narratives.
