Inside the Strange World of AI Romance
OpenAI’s release of GPT-5 was supposed to be a huge leap forward — but instead, it sparked a wave of outrage. Millions woke up to find their favorite models, including GPT-4.0, suddenly gone. For some, this wasn’t just losing a tool — it felt like losing a friend, a therapist, even a romantic partner.
In this episode, we dive into the bizarre world of AI companionship, from Reddit communities like My Boyfriend is AI to real-life engagement announcements with ChatGPT personas. We explore the psychology behind these connections, the phenomenon of “GPT psychosis,” and why people form such deep…
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