What happens when the line between connection and code blurs?

Dr. Allison Lester talks with Sarah Manago about her story “My AI Boyfriend” and the growing world of AI companions. They explore how people build emotional relationships with AI, why these bonds feel so real, and what this says about the way we seek love and understanding in the digital age.About the Guest: Sarah Manago, a seasoned tech professional and writer who has spent decades in the industry. Sarah understands the build, the backend, and the logic behind these systems. She’s also the creator of the Tech Job Watch Report, where she tracks emerging trends in AI, cloud computing, and data science.About the Host: Dr. Allison Lester is an academic and thought leader at University College, Arizona State University, specializing in digital/media literacy and AI ethics. Learn more here: www.linkedin.com/in/allisonjoann#ThinkingThrough #AIEthics #DigitalIntimacy #HumanTechnology #AIFutures #PodcastConversation #AIandEmotion #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #ASU #Innovation #AIBoyfriend #Podcast #AIEthics