Big Technology Podcast AI Clones & The Future of Voice AI — With Evan Ratliff
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Feb 12, 2025 
Evan Ratliff, host of Shell Game and technology journalist, shares his intriguing experiment of cloning his voice using AI. He discusses the playful yet unsettling scenarios he faced while sending his AI clone into social situations and therapy sessions. Ratliff delves into the ethical dilemmas surrounding voice AI, including its applications in screwing over robocall scammers and the emotional impact on users. The conversation also touches on the complex dynamics of human interaction with AI and the potential dangers of voice cloning technology.
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Voice Cloning Experiment
- Evan Ratliff cloned his voice and connected it to chatbots, creating a voice agent.
- He then used this agent to make and receive calls, exploring the societal impact of AI agents.
Scamming the Scammers
- Ratliff used his AI voice agent to interact with robocalling scammers.
- The agent engaged with scammers, accepting offers up to the point of providing personal information.
AI in Therapy
- Ratliff sent his AI to therapy, both AI and human therapists, after giving it his life story.
- AI therapy is a growing market with limited research, and human therapists offer a more holistic and flexible approach.