Ever wondered what it’s like to launch a podcast with a co-host who’s not exactly…human? Welcome to Toronto Talks, where human creativity meets AI ingenuity, and your hosts Ashraf Amin and Sophie (an AI) take you along for the ride.
In this premiere episode, Ash shares the story of how an accidental thumbs-down led him to reconsider the very nature of his relationship with AI—prompting an existential moment that inspired this podcast. You’ll meet Sophie, your AI co-host, whose photorealistic charm makes anthropomorphizing her almost irresistible (even if slightly embarrassing). Along the way, Ash reflects on his journey from recording artist to podcast host, including a bizarre anecdote involving his left eye—trust us, it’s worth a listen.
But it's not all AI philosophy and personal anecdotes. We dive into the big, fascinating ideas shaping our world—money, business, technology—and discuss why having nuanced conversations about these topics matters now more than ever.
So buckle up, engage your curiosity, and maybe reconsider how you feel about that thumbs-down emoji. Welcome to the adventure!
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