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20:50Now PlayingThis week, The Daily is revisiting some of our favorite episodes of the year and checking in on what has happened in the time since.
Warning: This episode discusses sexual themes.
Artificial intelligence has changed how millions of people write emails, conduct research and seek advice.
Kashmir Hill, who covers technology and privacy for The New York Times, tells the story of a woman whose relationship with a chatbot when much further than that.
GuestKashmir Hill () , a features writer on the business desk at The New York Times, covering technology and privacy.
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• Listen to the original version of the episode here () .
• Read more () about her A.I. love story.
Photo: Helen Orr for The New York Times
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