In this episode of aiGED, I take a clear-eyed look at the three chatbots most people are actually using: ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini.

I’ve been using all three side by side for the past few weeks — not as a technologist, but as a regular person who wants AI to be helpful, understandable, and maybe even enjoyable. I share what each one does well, where they fall short, and why I still have a favorite.

We also start with two thoughtful AI in the News stories:

·       One from Scientific American on how AI is helping scientists understand the “dark matter” of our DNA — work that could lead to breakthroughs in genetic disease. Link.

·       Another from Bloomberg, featuring an interview with Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei, who offers a smart and sober take on AI’s economic impact, job disruption, and the risks of moving too fast without guardrails. Link.

If you’ve ever wondered which chatbot is right for you — or whether any of them are worth your time — this episode is for you.

HOMEWORK

Get a free account for Claude and kick the tires yourself. Link: Claude.ai

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