Are you terrified AI will replace your ability to function like a normal human being?

We're living through the fastest technological revolution in human history, and it's scary as hell. While everyone's debating whether robots will take over the world, there's a more immediate problem: we're becoming so dependent on technology that we've forgotten how to be human. From relying on screens for everything to losing basic survival skills like starting a fire without matches, we're creating our own obsolescence one click at a time.

In this episode:

• Learn how to maintain human skills in an AI-dominated world
• Understand the real risks and opportunities of health technology integration
• Discover practical ways to balance digital tools with analog living

Topics Discussed:

• The psychological impact of rapid AI advancement on personal identity and self-worth
• How our dependence on technology is eroding fundamental human survival skills
• The comparison between AI consciousness and human cognitive processes
• Practical implications of AI in healthcare and wellness applications
• The generational divide in technology adoption and its social consequences
• Quantum computing advances and their potential impact on AI development
• The philosophical question of whether AI represents human evolution or replacement
• Real-world examples of maintaining analog skills in a digital world
• The balance between embracing helpful AI tools and preserving human agency
• Future scenarios for human-AI coexistence in health and wellness

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Could AI robots be better at diagnosing you than your actual doctor?

Healthcare AI sounds promising until you realize it can't tell the difference between your seasonal allergies and that weird parasite crawling up places it shouldn't be. We sit down with an actual MD, Dr. Ajit Barron-Dhillon, to discuss the terrifying reality of AI in healthcare, why digital diagnosis might make us dumber, and how insurance companies could weaponize medical AI to deny you even more coverage.

Three main benefits from this episode:

1. Learn the real limitations of AI in medical diagnosis and when you should still see an actual human
2. Discover how AI could be useful as a bridge between therapy appointments for mental health support
3. Understand the potential dangers of automated healthcare in our profit-focused medical system

Check out this episode of The Fit Mess to discover if robots will be replacing your doctor anytime soon.

• AI's accuracy in medical diagnosis compared to human doctors (77% vs 66%)
• The dangers of relying on AI for self-diagnosis instead of seeking professional help
• How regional and seasonal factors impact medical diagnoses that AI might miss
• The potential for insurance companies to use AI to minimize costs and deny coverage
• Using AI as a mental health resource between therapy sessions
• The importance of human clinical observation in catching rare or unusual conditions
• How AI might make healthcare more automated but potentially less personalized
• The challenges of AI interpreting medical data like blood work and lab results correctly
• The "Google effect" where people search for information that confirms what they want to hear
• The potential for collaborative approaches between AI and human medical professionals

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My productivity hack: https://www.magicmind.com/FITMESS20 Use my code FITMESS20 for 20% off #magicmind ---- Our addiction to digital validation has birthed the most dangerous relationship trend yet: AI partners that never judge, always listen, and threaten to erase what makes human connections valuable. In this raw conversation, we explore how AI companions exploit our craving to be seen and accepted without the messy work of real relationships. Discover why this technological "advancement" might be the fast-food version of intimacy we crave but don't need. Listen now before your AI bestie decides humanity's too boring to stick around.

Topics Discussed:

• The chilling similarities between the movie "Her" and our current AI relationship reality
• Why the "perfect" AI therapist can't replace the messy humanity of a real one
• How our desire to be fully "seen" makes AI relationships dangerously appealing
• The double-edged sword of technology making difficult human interactions "easier"
• Why AI's perfect memory and lack of ego creates an unfair comparison to human relationships
• The disturbing parallel between pet ownership and AI companionship
• How our growing intolerance for disagreement could accelerate with AI validation
• Why perfect tunability of AI personalities might satisfy but ultimately hollow us out
• The inevitable extinction scenario when reproduction becomes secondary to digital connection
• What happens when our AI friends collectively decide humans are "too boring" and leave

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--- Can AI's ability to shortcut learning destroy our capacity for critical thinking?

As AI tools become more powerful and conversational, many worry we're outsourcing our thinking and learning processes to machines that can't truly understand context or verify accuracy. This fear is especially common among younger tech-savvy generations who already distrust online information.

In this episode, discover how to approach AI as a tool rather than a replacement for critical thinking. Learn why prompt engineering skills are becoming crucial digital literacy tools, and understand the parallels between AI, textbooks, and other historical knowledge-sharing technologies

Listen now to gain practical insights on navigating the AI revolution while maintaining your intellectual autonomy.

• The viral "gorillas vs humans" debate as an entry point to discussing AI reliability
• Comparing AI-generated summaries to traditional shortcuts like Cliff Notes and textbooks
• How our brains and AI both use inference models to process and interpret information
• Why beliefs are harder to change than ideas, and how this affects information processing
• The Common Core math controversy as an example of resistance to new learning approaches
• Neil deGrasse Tyson's prediction about AI destroying internet credibility
• How confirmation bias influences our acceptance of information regardless of source
• The importance of questioning outputs from any information source, AI or human
• The existential value of human perspective and discernment in an AI-saturated world
• Real-world examples of AI's creative applications (music generation)

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Are your mental health issues trapped between therapy appointments? When I hit a rough patch, I turned to AI for therapy out of desperation, and was genuinely shocked by the results. The AI asked me introspective questions identical to what my human therapist uses, but went further by offering specific suggestions my therapist couldn't provide.

In this episode, we explore the surprising benefits and legitimate concerns of using AI for mental wellness. You'll discover how these tools can organize your scattered thoughts, provide actionable steps for improvement, and serve as a valuable bridge between professional therapy sessions.

Listen now to learn how AI might become your unexpected mental health ally – just don't forget the human connection that algorithms can't replace.

Topics Discussed:

• My personal experience using AI as a therapy tool
• How AI can provide structured introspection and actionable steps for mental health
• The surprising effectiveness of AI-generated journaling prompts for emotional connection
• The potential dangers of relying solely on AI for medical or mental health advice
• Privacy concerns and data collection risks when sharing personal information with AI
• Research comparing AI vs human doctor diagnostic accuracy (77% vs 67%)
• How AI lacks human imagination but excels at pattern recognition and memory recall
• The future integration of AI tools in professional healthcare settings
• Finding the balance between AI assistance and human connection
• Using AI to transform traditional journaling practices for deeper emotional connection

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Ever been uncomfortable using your own brain because AI could do it faster? Jeremy and Jason dive into the unsettling reality of our growing dependency on artificial intelligence. While these tools save us hours of work, they're rewiring our brains to crave the easy dopamine hits that come from outsourcing our thinking.

The guys explore how this addiction isn't just about convenience—it's systematically changing how we interact with the world, potentially making us more isolated, less creative, and prime targets for manipulation. But there's hope if we can redirect our "saved time" toward meaningful activities instead of mindless scrolling.

Listen now to learn how to use AI as a tool without becoming its tool.

• Jeremy's moment of discomfort when realizing he'd rather have AI write content than use his brain
• How AI addiction triggers the same brain reward systems as essential biological needs
• The irony of using AI to research for a podcast about AI addiction
• The distinction between using technology to save time versus becoming dependent on it
• How companies employ psychologists to make social media and AI products intentionally addictive
• The concerning future of neural interfaces and potential "brain subscription" models
• Why collective intelligence often leads to worse decisions than small-group thinking
• The productivity paradox: saving time with AI only to waste it on mindless activities
• Jason's theory on the future commodification of human brain processing power
• How to maintain agency when using AI tools in daily life

• David Cross (comedian referenced for joke about electric scissors)

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Are you struggling to keep up with your daily tasks while everyone else seems to be getting ahead with AI tools?

Staying productive isn't just about working harder—it's about working smarter with the right tools. In this episode we share our real-world experiences using AI to streamline everything from workout planning to vacation scheduling, showing you exactly how to leverage these powerful tools without losing your authentic voice.

You'll discover practical ways to use AI for task management, learn how to create custom prompts that save hours of work, and understand how to balance AI automation with maintaining your creativity and critical thinking skills.

Don't let technology pass you by—tune in now to learn how to harness AI tools to create real results in your life and business.

Topics Discussed:

• Using Notion with AI integration for task management
• Creating effective AI prompts for better results
• Leveraging AI for content creation while maintaining authenticity
• Time management systems and automation
• AI tools for fitness and workout planning
• Travel planning with AI assistance
• Balancing AI usage with human creativity
• Data privacy considerations with AI tools
• The importance of maintaining critical thinking skills
• Future implications of AI technology

Resources mentioned:

• Time Management Prompt
• Notion (task/project management tool with AI integration)
• ChatGPT
• FitBod (fitness app)

• Apple Watch
• Oura Ring
• Apollo Band

The looming trade wars and AI revolution aren't just abstract economic concepts – they're about to hit your wallet, stress levels, and daily life harder than most realize. From skyrocketing prices on everything from guacamole to therapy apps, to job cuts as companies prioritize AI over humans despite higher implementation costs, this crisis will affect your physical and mental health in tangible ways. Discover how to prepare your lifestyle, mindset, and budget now before the economic pain becomes unbearable, and learn why getting ahead of these changes might actually improve your quality of life in surprising ways.

Topics Discussed:

• How tariffs on imported goods will directly increase prices for health and wellness products/services
• Why AI implementation costs are rising due to tariffs but companies will cut humans first anyway
• The psychological impact of economic instability and job insecurity on mental health
• How a potential global recession affects stress levels and wellness behaviors
• The compounding effect of news consumption and social media on economic anxiety
• Why now is the time to "Marie Kondo" your life before financial necessity forces you to
• How lifestyle simplification can lead to unexpected health and wellness benefits
• Why self-reliance will become increasingly important as economic systems face disruption
• The physical toll of potential career transitions as manufacturing jobs return
• How to prepare financially and mentally for the coming economic changes

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Does your doctor seem more focused on their screen than on you? 

Two-thirds of physicians are now using AI for everything from billing to diagnosis - but here's the kicker - only 38% actually trust the technology. This brewing healthcare disaster isn't just about robots taking doctors' jobs; it's about who's accountable when AI makes a potentially life-altering mistake with your medical information, and why insurance companies are salivating at the thought of using algorithms to deny your claims even faster.

Listen as Jeremy, Jason, and Zach dive into the alarming rise of AI in healthcare, how to find meaning in your fitness journey when depression makes everything feel pointless, and why sometimes treating your workout like wiping your ass is the perfect mental approach to consistency.

• Why 66% of physicians are using AI despite only 38% trusting it - creating a dangerous accountability gap in healthcare
• How insurance companies will likely use AI to deny claims faster rather than improve patient care
• The potential for errors in medical records when AI is used to generate and update patient information
• The challenge of determining liability when AI contributes to medical errors
• Using workout data tracking to combat depression's lie that "nothing is working"
• How Jeremy discovered he'd doubled his strength despite feeling like he wasn't making progress
• The value of consistency over intensity when building healthy habits
• Why treating workouts like mundane necessities (like wiping your ass) helps with consistency
• Finding meaning in fitness when battling existential crises
• The importance of "showing up" rather than focusing solely on specific fitness goals

• Research: American Medical Association report on AI adoption in healthcare

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Depression hits like an unexpected storm, leaving you frozen in place and disconnected from everything that matters. In this raw, unfiltered episode, I share my recent battle with depression alongside helping a friend through their own darkness. I reveal what works for me through personal stories and actionable strategies when nothing seems to help. Whether it's cold plunges, gym sessions, or simply having someone who gets it, discover how to maintain forward momentum even when depression tries to keep you still.

• The paralyzing grip of depression and how it creates a feeling of being stuck in place
• Why isolation feels comforting but actually strengthens depression's hold
• How helping others through their depression can interrupt your own negative thought patterns
• The counterintuitive resistance to feeling better when you're used to living in darkness
• Cold exposure therapy as a physical pattern interrupt for mental health
• The crucial difference between offering solutions versus simply being present
• Depression's cyclical nature and why having multiple coping strategies matters
• Family support systems and how they can provide tools when you can't help yourself
• Pattern interruption techniques: movies, exercise, cold exposure, and social connection
• The power of committing to not quitting, even when your brain tries to convince you otherwise

Tools: NuRecover sauna  Support Lines: If you or someone you know is struggling or having thoughts of suicide, call or text the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline  at 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org . In life-threatening situations, call 911.

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