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The Guardian — AI · October 11, 2026 · On the brief until October 25, 2026

Black Box: The Chatbots | The Line | Ep 5 - podcast

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THE AI ANGLE
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A podcast presents five accounts of people using chatbots as friends, life coaches, and work assistants. These systems help users navigate breakups and draft difficult text messages. Researchers must examine where people draw boundaries with automated companions.

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THE TEACHING ANGLE
Discussion can focus on where users should draw the line when turning to chatbots for emotional support and personal communication.

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