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On this week's episode, the Drs delve into two unrelated but curious topics. Given the recent passing of the gentleman who played our childhood "big brother" Theo, we felt it was crucial to name our grief and his impact. Then we make a sharp turn to think about AI use in education during this back-to-school season. Word of the Week [1:30]: Algorithmic Bias: It makes sense that if AI is built upon biased human intelligence that it will replicate bias in a myriad of ways. Phase 1 [6:05]: Malcolm Jamal-Warner and Parasocial Grief: If you've ever taken time to mourn a celebrity that you never met, this is the place for you. Dr. Shaunna leads the discussion on MJW's impact as a childhood actor, and later multihyphenate artist.Phase 2 [26:50]: AI, ChatGPT, and Education: A recent MIT study showing AI’s effects on the brain is not great news for AI users, but how does it also affect formal educational environments? Students AND faculty are making use of it, but there seems to be little structure or guidance, making its power all the more dangerous.Mentioned in the ShowMalcom Jamal Warner's websiteMalcolm-Jamal Warner, former 'Cosby Show' star, dead at 54 – ABC NewsYour Brain on ChatGPT - MITDoes ChatGPT Make You Dumber? What a New MIT Study Really Tells Us – Marketing InstituteChatGPT May Be Eroding Critical Thinking Skills, According to a New MIT Study - TimeThe Professors Are Using ChatGPT, and Some Students Aren’t Happy About It - NYTA.I.-Driven Education: Founded in Texas and Coming to a School Near You - NYT