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Cara Jensen-McKinnon
Supervising producer and guest on this episode who researches archival stories about robots and narrates the history of Alpha, providing historical context and audio clips.
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Dec 8, 2025
• 22min
This robot will shoot you and steal your wife
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Cara Jensen-McKinnon, a supervising producer and expert in robotic history, dives into the captivating tale of Alpha, a 1930s English robot alleged to have shot its inventor. The podcast unearths the sensationalized media frenzy surrounding Alpha, revealing how misconceptions stoked fears of robots stealing jobs and wives. Cara uncovers the mechanics behind Alpha's performances, debunking myths of sentience. They also connect Alpha's story to societal anxieties of the Great Depression, exploring how these themes resonate in today's world of automation.
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