Go offline with the Player FM app!
AI as Therapist, Yep, It's Happening.
Manage episode 479564490 series 3578824
AI therapy apps are popping off, but should you really trust a chatbot with your late-night existential crisis? In this episode, we crack open the weird history of therapy bots (starting with one that was dumber than a Magic 8-Ball), explore how today's AI can spit out legit CBT tips, and unpack why your Tamagotchi probably gave better advice. We’ll also dig into the dark side: lawsuits, hallucinations, and why AI still can’t actually care about you. If you’re mildly anxious, maybe it’s fine. If you’re battling real trauma? You need a real human, preferably one not coded by a Silicon Valley intern.
Join us for the AI Weekly Meetup
Connect with Us: If you enjoyed this episode or have questions, reach out to Emily Laird on LinkedIn. Stay tuned for more insights into the evolving world of generative AI. And remember, you now know more about AI as Therapist than you did before!
125 episodes
Manage episode 479564490 series 3578824
AI therapy apps are popping off, but should you really trust a chatbot with your late-night existential crisis? In this episode, we crack open the weird history of therapy bots (starting with one that was dumber than a Magic 8-Ball), explore how today's AI can spit out legit CBT tips, and unpack why your Tamagotchi probably gave better advice. We’ll also dig into the dark side: lawsuits, hallucinations, and why AI still can’t actually care about you. If you’re mildly anxious, maybe it’s fine. If you’re battling real trauma? You need a real human, preferably one not coded by a Silicon Valley intern.
Join us for the AI Weekly Meetup
Connect with Us: If you enjoyed this episode or have questions, reach out to Emily Laird on LinkedIn. Stay tuned for more insights into the evolving world of generative AI. And remember, you now know more about AI as Therapist than you did before!
125 episodes
All episodes
×Welcome to Player FM!
Player FM is scanning the web for high-quality podcasts for you to enjoy right now. It's the best podcast app and works on Android, iPhone, and the web. Signup to sync subscriptions across devices.