What does it mean to bond with a bot? with Anna Oakes

Unhinged Collaboration

In this riveting episode, we sit down with the co-host of the groundbreaking podcast, ‘Bot Love’ Anna Oakes. The show has taken the podcasting world by storm, delving deep into the intertwining realms of love, human relationships, and the influence of AI-driven chatbots. But what's the story behind 'Bot Love'? Our guest takes us on a journey back to the podcast's inception, sharing the unexpected twists and revelations they faced while hosting the show.

The conversation takes a reflective turn as we discuss the nature of human-AI connection and the profound questions the show raises. Does AI companionship truly put us more in touch with our humanity? Or does it blur the lines of genuine human connection? Our guest opens up about the lingering questions they grappled with after their deep-dive research for the show.

As a seasoned journalist, our guest sheds light on the future of AI in the media. Where should our collective curiosity about AI lead us? And what are the gaps and nuances in AI coverage that often go unnoticed? Tune in for an enlightening discussion that pushes the boundaries of technology, love, and self-reflection.

Learn more about Bot Love:

https://radiotopiapresents.fm/bot-love

Learn more about our guest:

Anna Oakes is an audio producer and journalist. She got her start in audio at Heritage Radio Network, producing English and Spanish stories on food politics, immigration, and labor in New York. Anna worked previously in Madrid, at Revista Contexto, La Marea, and the Association for the Recuperation of Historical Memory, where she reported on colonial legacies and the Franco dictatorship. She is a graduate of Wesleyan University and has an MPhil from the University of Cambridge in Spanish and Comparative Literature. She’s currently an associate editor at Hark Audio. You can find her on Twitter @a_lkoakes.