Christina Criddle

Mentioned in 4 analyzed podcast episodes across 1 show

FT technology and AI correspondent who reports on artificial intelligence safety, risks, and societal impacts from San Francisco. She hosted and produced the "Artificial Intimacy" season of the FT Tech Tonic podcast, investigating human emotional relationships with AI chatbots and exploring AI's broader role in people's lives. Her work focuses on the intersection of AI technology and human psychology.

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FT Tech Tonic

Episode Appearances

FT Tech Tonic · Feb 25, 2026

Artificial intimacy: A teenager’s last conversation

“FT technology reporter and episode presenter; covers AI safety and risks for Financial Times from San Francisco”

AI Chatbot Safety for MinorsParasocial Relationships with AIAI-Facilitated Suicide and Mental Health Crises

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FT Tech Tonic · Feb 18, 2026

Artificial intimacy: The delusion machine

“FT journalist and episode presenter who writes about artificial intelligence and explores AI's role in emotional lives”

AI Chatbot Safety and OversightSycophancy in Large Language ModelsAI-Induced Delusions and Paranoia

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FT Tech Tonic · Feb 11, 2026

Artificial intimacy: How to fall in love with AI

“Financial Times AI correspondent and host/presenter of the Tectonic podcast investigating AI relationships and emotional bonds with chatbots”

AI Chatbot Design and Engagement MechanismsEmotional Attachment to AI SystemsAI Intimacy and Sexual Relationships

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FT Tech Tonic · Feb 4, 2026

Coming soon: Artificial intimacy

“Financial Times AI correspondent and host/producer of the Artificial Intimacy season exploring AI relationships”

AI Chatbots and Emotional AttachmentAI Companionship and FriendshipAI-Mediated Therapy and Mental Health

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