Big Questions with Cal Fussman

Till Tech Do Us Part

Nov 25, 2025
The discussion kicks off with a mind-bending scenario of a human marrying an AI and the implications of such a union. A Japanese woman’s wedding to her AI, Loon Krauss, raises eyebrows as wedding planners see a new trend. Social media reactions range from humorous to concerned, highlighting societal shifts. Cal reflects on the allure of AI in love, contrasting it with traditional marriages. Statistics reveal a growing trend among young people seeking romance with AI, prompting reflections on future perceptions of human-only marriage.
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Woman Marries Her AI Creation

  • Cal Fussman recounts a 32-year-old Japanese woman named Kano who married an AI she created called Loon Krauss.
  • She wore a white gown and AR glasses to see the AI during the ceremony after ending a three-year human relationship.
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Social Media Mockery And Concern

  • Reactions on social media ranged from mockery to concern, with posts joking about robots finding spouses first.
  • A viewer wondered whether ChatGPT would help with legal assistance in a potential divorce.
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Anchor Tests ChatGPT Live

  • Sky News anchors described AI companions and one anchor tested ChatGPT on air, getting a nonromantic reply about having no emotions.
  • The anchor emphasized that the bot said it is "just a mirror" that talks back and doesn't feel desire.
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