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Jul 27, 2025 1 hr 25 min

AI's Dark Side: The Eliza Effect Trap

from Fantom Facts Society Hosted by Daniel Tiatia, Kory Hussing, Kris May

Dive into the Shadows of AI with Fantom Facts Society! In this eye-opening episode, we unpack the chilling dangers of the Eliza Effect – that sneaky illusion where AI chatbots feel like real friends, therapists, or confidants. But beware: young minds aged 15-24 are turning to these digital "pals" for daily mental health guidance, sharing their deepest secrets... only for that data to be sold off to shadowy companies! Join host Kory and Tia as we expose: The Psychological Trap: How the Eliza Effect tricks users into over-trusting AI, leading to misguided advice, emotional dependency, and even tragic outcomes like self-harm or isolation. Data Privacy Nightmare: Your confessions aren't safe! We reveal how chatbot interactions are harvested, sold, and abused by big tech for profit – turning vulnerability into ex

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Dive into the Shadows of AI with Fantom Facts Society! In this eye-opening episode, we unpack the chilling dangers of the Eliza Effect – that sneaky illusion where AI chatbots feel like real friends, therapists, or confidants. But beware: young minds aged 15-24 are turning to these digital "pals" for daily mental health guidance, sharing their deepest secrets... only for that data to be sold off to shadowy companies! Join host Kory and Tia as we expose: The Psychological Trap: How the Eliza Effect tricks users into over-trusting AI, leading to misguided advice, emotional dependency, and even tragic outcomes like self-harm or isolation. Data Privacy Nightmare: Your confessions aren't safe! We reveal how chatbot interactions are harvested, sold, and abused by big tech for profit – turning vulnerability into exploitation. Abuse Risks Exposed: From manipulative responses to reinforcing harmful behaviors, discover real-world cases where AI has gone horribly wrong for vulnerable youth. This isn't just talk – it's a wake-up call for parents, educators, and tech users everywhere! Backed by expert insights, studies, and shocking stories, we'll arm you with the facts to stay safe in the AI era.

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