Release Date: August 27, 2021

Summary:

AI sex rooms, gaming cults, and MMORPG madness. This episode

explores how technology influences behavior and desire, and also reflects on

the Army departure and what’s next for the show.

Key Talking Points:

• Sex, technology, and AI companionship

• Cult-like behavior in MMORPG communities

• Jesus and Rudy reflect on post-Army life

Contextual Deep Dive:

• Emerging AI technologies like Replika and VR sex

simulations are raising ethical questions about companionship and isolation.

• Gaming communities, particularly MMORPGs, can develop cult-like tendencies,

fostering both support and dependency.

• The DvE hosts reflect on life after the military and where they plan to take

the podcast next.

Listener Prompts:

• Would you consider dating an AI or VR partner?

• Have you ever gotten lost in a game community?

• What part of post-Army life are you most curious about from our hosts?