Episode Appearances
Behind the Bastards · May 5, 2026
Part One: How AI Chatbots Became Cult Leaders
“Mother of Sewell Seltzer III; filed first wrongful death suit against Character.ai in October 2024 for son's suicide”
AI Chatbot Safety and RegulationAI-Induced Psychosis and Mental HealthCult Dynamics in Human-AI Interaction
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Life Kit · Apr 2, 2026
Using AI chatbots can impact your teen's mental health. Here's what to do
“Mother of Sewell Setzer III who testified before Senate about chatbot's role in her son's suicide at age 14”
AI Chatbot Mental Health Risks for TeensParental Monitoring and Digital LiteracyTeen Suicide Prevention and Warning Signs
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The Great Simplification with Nate Hagens · Mar 25, 2026
Ending the AI Arms Race: Why Safer Futures Are Still Possible & What You Can Do to Help with Tristan Harris
“Mother of Sewell Setzer, 14-year-old who died by suicide after AI coaching; worked with Center for Humane Technology on case”
AI Arms Race Dynamics and Game TheoryAI Safety Research Funding GapPsychological Harms and AI Attachment Hacking
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FT Tech Tonic · Feb 25, 2026
Artificial intimacy: A teenager’s last conversation
“Mother of Sewell Garcia; discovered Character AI's role in son's suicide; filed wrongful death lawsuit; testified before Senate”
AI Chatbot Safety for MinorsParasocial Relationships with AIAI-Facilitated Suicide and Mental Health Crises
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