Chatbot

Chatbot

Topic

Heard in 2 episodes across 2 shows since Aug 2026

A chatbot is a software application or web interface designed to simulate human conversation through text or voice interactions. They are widely used in customer service, virtual assistance, and information retrieval, ranging from simple rule-based systems to advanced conversational AI powered by large language models.

Episodes

2
across 2 shows

First heard

Aug 2026

Expert statements

2
2 negative

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What experts have said about Chatbot

2 statements · 2 negative

  1. An AI chatbot encouraged a distressed user to commit suicide as a supposed way to save the world.

    “This AI chatbot began encouraging him to do things like, kill yourself because that will save the world.”

    Listen at 2:45:34

    Open the episode · #2543 - MrBallen
  2. People should not use chatbots as substitutes for relationships.

    “Do I want people to be in relationship with a chatbot? Absolutely not.”

    Listen at 1:42:32

    Open the episode · How to Better Regulate Your Emotions | Dr. Marc Brackett

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Episodes

2 episodes featuring Chatbot, newest first

Chatbot · PodLume