Unzipping AI: Sex, Critical Thinking, and the Limits of Technology

What happens when we start asking AI our most vulnerable questions about sex, sexuality, and sexual health? In this episode of Unzipping Taboos, we talk candidly about why so many people turn to tools like ChatGPT for answers they’re too embarrassed—or too afraid—to ask out loud, and why that makes digital literacy more important than ever. From biased or incomplete information to the loss of nuance, tone, and human context, we unpack where AI can help and where it falls short—especially around sensitive topics like sexual orientation, reproductive anatomy, and sexual health.We also explore why “trust but verify” needs to be the baseline when using AI for anything related to our bodies. Along the way, we look at real examples of inaccurate AI-generated anatomy, discuss why stigma drives people toward anonymous tech solutions, and share safer, more reliable ways to get accurate sex education.This episode isn’t anti-technology—but it is pro-critical thinking, pro-privacy, and firmly rooted in the belief that AI should supplement human expertise, not replace it. If you’ve ever wondered whether AI is a safe or reliable place to learn about sex, this conversation is for you.If you have a story, thoughts and/or a topic or question for Dr. Sue and Charlie please share your ideas here:  ⁠Show suggestionsIf you want to ask Dr Sue a sex question for the weekly Q&A you can submit it here: Ask a question