Merit Street Media
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
Season 1 | Episode 164
As AI companions blur the line between connection and delusion, Dr. Phil investigates the rising trend of people turning to artificial intelligence for friendship, love, and even conversations with the dead.
Tonight, Dr. Phil explores the growing phenomenon of AI companionship, where people form deep emotional bonds with artificial beings. Social media influencer Caryn Marjorie reveals how her AI chatbot, CarynAI, went from a fan engagement experiment to a disturbing case study in addiction and detachment from reality. Justin, CEO of You, Only Virtual, explains how his company helps people maintain conversations with deceased loved ones, redefining grief itself. Eugenia, the creator of Replika, a popular AI companion platform, shares how AI can offer support but warns against the dangers of emotional dependency. Professor James Brusseau weighs in on the ethical and societal risks of AI replacing human relationships. As AI technology rapidly evolves, Dr. Phil asks the crucial question: Are we building a better future, or losing touch with real human relationships?
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