In this episode, Camellia and Celia dive headfirst into the weird, wild, and surprisingly emotional world of artificial intelligence in our personal lives. From chatbots becoming “digital soulmates” to AI-powered parenting hacks, they explore how loneliness, tech addiction, and post-COVID disconnection are reshaping relationships and family dynamics.

The duo tackles emotional cheating (yes, even with robots), the mental load AI can ease for moms, and why delaying smartphones might be the healthiest move for our kids. They keep it real with personal stories, cultural commentary, and the ultimate question: Are we connecting more or less with the people who matter most?

Takeaways:

• AI is rapidly becoming part of intimate and emotional aspects of human relationships.

• Emotional cheating through AI is real—and growing.

• Loneliness is on the rise, pushing people to find comfort in machines.

• Post-pandemic social shifts have changed the way we form and maintain friendships.

• AI can solve problems, but it may also create trust issues in relationships.

• Smart use of AI can reduce the mental strain of daily parenting.

• Parents must be intentional about AI’s presence in their children's lives.

• Delaying smartphones may support healthier mental development in kids.

• A cultural reckoning around technology is overdue—we need balance.

• The future of human connection may be increasingly influenced (or replaced) by AI.

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