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EPISODE · Jun 1, 2026 · 49 MIN

Is humanity taking a back seat in the age of AI?

from Where We Live · host Connecticut Public Radio

Artificial intelligence is transforming the way we live, work and communicate. Now, Pope Leo XIV is weighing in, warning that AI poses urgent moral and ethical challenges for society. This hour, we explore the growing debate over artificial intelligence from the Vatican to Connecticut. We’ll hear from philosophers, theologians and researchers about the risks, rewards and unanswered questions surrounding this rapidly evolving technology. Guests: Nancy Dallavalle, associate professor of religious studies, Fairfield University Michael Patrick Lynch, professor of philosophy, University of Connecticut Chetan Jaiswal, associate professor of computer science, Quinnipiac University P.R. Lockhart, economic development reporter, Connecticut Mirror Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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