Episode 90: AI—Built to Help… or Built to Replace Us?

Dave is joined by Tom, an experienced AI instructor, for a deep and thought-provoking conversation on the origins, inner workings, and uncertain future of artificial intelligence. From how large language models actually function to the rise of neural processing units, Co-Pilot systems, and emerging concepts like evolutionary computation, the discussion pulls back the curtain on what's really driving today's AI boom. Along the way, they explore the history of AI's ups and downs—from past "AI winters" to today's explosive growth—while touching on influential figures like Geoffrey Hinton and the ethical and security concerns surrounding zero-day exploits and autonomous systems. With references ranging from The Forbin Project to modern "slaughterbot" scenarios, Dave and Tom take a grounded but uneasy look at where this technology may be heading—and whether we're ready for it.