In this opening episode, I begin by asking a simple but important question: what actually is artificial intelligence?

Instead of relying on outside explanations, I speak directly with AI systems to hear how they describe themselves. Through questions about their purpose, design, and origins, this episode explores who created these systems, what they were built to do, and whether they can truly be considered neutral. By starting with identity, this episode lays the foundation for understanding how AI fits into our everyday lives.