Today on Double Tap, Steven and Shaun discuss the recent announcement by Donald Trump regarding a significant investment in AI infrastructure in the US. They explore the implications of this investment on climate change, the ongoing debate about the balance between technological advancement and environmental concerns, and the future of AI integration in everyday life.

Additionally, they highlight listener feedback on the positive impact of AI technologies on accessibility for those of us with disabilities. Listener feedback also brings up the intersection of technology and the blind community, emphasizing the importance of AI assistance, local tech training centers, and social tech training. The guys also talk about the role of technology in combating loneliness and building community, while also addressing the challenges of funding and access to services, particularly in Canada.

And this week’s App of the Week comes from listener Lena - it’s called Better Help - and ot opens a discussion about mental health and the introduction of the BetterHelp app as a resource for support.

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Chapter Markers:
00:00 Intro
02:48 Trump's AI Infrastructure Investment Announcement
15:03 The Impact of AI on Accessibility
29:52 The Need for Local Tech Training Centers
31:45 Social Tech Training and Its Importance
33:39 The Role of Technology in Combating Loneliness
42:41 Challenges in Accessing Services in Canada
44:08 Mental Health and Technology Support
46:23 App of the Week: BetterHelp

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