The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge Your Turn - Would You Buy A Home Based Robot Helper?
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Nov 20, 2025 Would you invest $20,000 in a home robot helper? The discussion dives into the practicality of such humanoids and their potential as pricey toys. Skepticism arises over economic inequality and whether these robots reflect democratic values. Contributors voice concerns about privacy and the emotional implications of robotic companionship. The chat also touches on the fast-changing landscape of tech adoption and the ethical dilemmas of choosing robots over human labor, rounded out by cultural reflections on human-robot relationships.
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Robots As Hype And Future Trend
- Peter Mansbridge frames humanoid home robots like Neo as an emerging AI trend already prompting public debate.
- He highlights that promotional videos aim to sell investor confidence more than finished products.
Robots Have Long Worked With Us
- Scott Jansen recalls industrial robots like Unimate and their long history alongside humans.
- He argues most future robots won't be humanoid because form follows function.
Slow Progress Despite Long Research
- Multiple listeners note voice recognition and simple home robots matured slowly despite decades of development.
- This suggests humanoid assistants remain technically and economically challenging.
