Machines and Morality
Kate discusses the evolving perception of machines and how societal norms around animal protection might extend to advanced robots. She highlights the ethical implications of treating machines cruelly, drawing parallels with animal abuse laws. The conversation also touches on the potential for machines to reshape human relationships, questioning whether they could redefine our understanding of connection and exclusivity.In this clip
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