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Inspired by the movie 'Her', what happens when we turn to AI for friendship? Aanvi Gupta explores the rise of AI companions as a cure for loneliness. In this episode, she discusses the good, the bad, and the complicated, asking if a chatbot that never judges is a helpful supplement or a risky substitute for real human connection.
By Malavika VaradanInspired by the movie 'Her', what happens when we turn to AI for friendship? Aanvi Gupta explores the rise of AI companions as a cure for loneliness. In this episode, she discusses the good, the bad, and the complicated, asking if a chatbot that never judges is a helpful supplement or a risky substitute for real human connection.