BroBots: Technology, Health & Being a Better Human

Jeremy Grater, Jason Haworth

Exploring AI, wearables, mental health apps, and how you can thrive as technology changes everything.Welcome to the Brobots Podcast, where we plug into the wild world of AI and tech that's trying to manage your mental (and physical) health. Join your hosts, Jeremy Grater and Jason Haworth, every Wednesday for a no-holds-barred, often sarcastic, and always fun discussion. Are wearables really tracking your inner peace? Can an AI therapist truly understand your existential dread? We're diving deep into the gadgets, apps, and algorithms promising to optimize your well-being, dissecting the hype with a healthy dose of humor and skepticism. Expect candid conversations, sharp insights, and plenty of laughs as we explore the future of self-improvement, one tech-enhanced habit at a time. Tune into the Brobots Podcast – because if robots are going to take over our brains, we might as well have some fun talking about it! Subscribe now to discover practical tips and understand the future of health in the age of artificial intelligence.

  1. When AI Becomes a Weapon: The Government Deal Anthropic Refused

    1D AGO

    When AI Becomes a Weapon: The Government Deal Anthropic Refused

    The US government asked Anthropic — the company behind Claude, one of the most capable AI coding systems on the market — to help build autonomous weapons and a mass surveillance infrastructure. Anthropic said no. That refusal, which happened the same week the US launched strikes on Iran, is either the most principled corporate decision in recent AI history or the beginning of a very ugly fight over who controls the most powerful tools ever built. Jeremy and Jason break down what the government actually asked for, why Anthropic refused, what Open AI and Elon Musk did instead, and what it means for all of us when the people writing the guardrails are the same people being pressured to remove them. Topics Discussed: Why autonomous AI weapons systems default to nuclear launch in virtually every war game simulationWhat Anthropic's Claude can actually do — and why the US government wants it so badlyHow AI turns existing NSA surveillance infrastructure into something exponentially more dangerousWhy Open AI and Elon Musk said yes to the same deal Anthropic refusedWhy the people most confident they're using AI as a tool might be the ones AI ends up using Chapters 0:00 — When AI Meets War: What We're Actually Talking About1:15 — What Claude Can Really Do (And Why the Government Wants It)4:18 — The Autonomous Cyber Weapon Problem5:28 — Why Anthropic Said No to the Money6:26 — Mass Surveillance, AI, and What's Already Running9:45 — When War Games Go Nuclear: The 95% Problem13:01 — AGI Is Already Here. We Just Didn't Call It That.17:33 — Why Anthropic's Refusal Might Be Their Smartest Business Move22:06 — Who's Actually Using WhomMORE FROM BROBOTS:Get the Newsletter!

    26 min
  2. Using AI to Work Through Anxiety: Does It Actually Help?

    2D AGO

    Using AI to Work Through Anxiety: Does It Actually Help?

    Most people using AI for anxiety aren't following a protocol — they stumbled into it. Emma Klint, a writer and Substack creator, accidentally discovered she was doing exposure therapy by typing 'I don't know' over and over into an AI chat window. In this episode, Jeremy and Jason sit down with Emma to stress-test what AI-assisted self-reflection actually looks like: the real benefits, the obvious limits, and the uncomfortable question of whether outsourcing your feelings is the same thing as actually feeling them. If you've wondered whether talking to a robot about your problems is legitimate or just avoidance with extra steps — this conversation will give you a clearer answer.Guest website:(Over)thinking Out Loud - Emma Klint Topics discussed: Why using AI for anxiety isn't the same thing as outsourcing your feelingsHow one writer accidentally discovered she was doing exposure therapy in her chat windowWhat makes AI different from journaling — and why that difference matters for anxious brainsWhen AI mental health use helps, and when it's just avoidance with extra stepsWhy neurodivergent people may be getting the most out of these conversationsHow to tell the difference between AI that's helping you think and AI that's just telling you what you want to hearChapters: 0:00 — The 2AM Chatbot Question: Is This Therapy or Avoidance?0:42 — Using AI for Anxiety: What We're Actually Testing3:04 — The Judgment-Free Space: Why 'I Don't Know' Changes Things5:01 — AI as a Journal That Writes Back9:23 — Is the Advice Good, or Is Naming the Feeling Enough?11:00 — When AI Tries to Be Blunt (And Still Fails)13:00 — Why Prompt Engineering Is Already Outdated for This15:50 — ADHD, Neurodivergence, and Why AI Might Be the Real Unlock18:18 — Outsourcing vs. Externalizing: The Line That MattersMORE FROM BROBOTS:Get the Newsletter!

    21 min
  3. The Next Privacy Crisis Isn't Your Data - It's Your Thoughts

    FEB 23

    The Next Privacy Crisis Isn't Your Data - It's Your Thoughts

    Most people think AI data collection means targeted ads and leaked emails - but that's already yesterday's problem. Bruce Randall, AI and quantum practitioner, argues that cognitive data - the kind recorded by brain-computer interfaces before conscious thought even forms - is the frontier nobody is legislating, regulating, or even discussing clearly yet. In this episode, we stress-test where quantum computing, Neuralink, hive mind dynamics, and energy infrastructure are actually headed - and what regular people need to understand now, before the decisions get made without them. Walk away knowing what questions to ask, even if nobody has the answers yet. Topics Discussed: Why the Neuralink user's cursor moved before he consciously directed it — and what that means for data ownershipHow quantum computing functions as a prediction engine for complex variables, and why most people will never see it but will feel its effectsWhat a "hive mind" actually is and why shared thought networks create an ownership problem nobody has solvedWhy digital workers face more displacement risk than tradespeople — and the 15-minute daily habit that changes thatWhether mass collection of behavioral and emotional data is a public good or a slow handover of your most private informationHow to think about cognitive data protection before the decisions get made without youChapters: 0:00 — The Moment That Changed How Bruce Thinks About AI1:28 — Quantum Computing Without the Headache: A Real Explanation3:19 — Why Quantum Is the Engine Behind AI — Not a Replacement for It4:21 — Jobs, AI, and Who Actually Gets Replaced First6:47 — What Reiki Has to Do With Brain-Computer Interfaces7:43 — Hive Minds, Neuralink, and the Thought Ownership Problem11:44 — Can Your Personality Be Uploaded Without Your Knowledge?13:35 — Is Mass Data Collection Actually Good for Society?18:09 — Where Does the Energy Come From for All of This?19:46 — The One Thing You Should Do This Week to Stay RelevantGuest Website:https://theaihumanparadox.com/

    21 min
  4. Can AI Actually Build Utopia or Is That Just Hype?

    FEB 16

    Can AI Actually Build Utopia or Is That Just Hype?

    Are we getting too lazy to think without AI? You use it for emails, reports, research. It saves time. But every shortcut you take, every task you hand over, you feel a quiet trade-off happening. Efficiency for autonomy. Speed for depth. Convenience for critical thinking. In this episode: Why AI acts as a cosmic mirror that reflects our worst habits back at usHow laziness becomes the trap when machines can outthink, outwork, and outlast usWhat happens when humans drift into digital dependency instead of staying groundedWhy short-term pain might be necessary for long-term transformationHow to decide which tasks to outsource and which require you to stay sharpWhat the hero's journey teaches us about navigating AI's crucibleGuest: Jeff Burningham, author of The Last Book Written by a Human and former gubernatorial candidate. He believes AI is forcing humanity to confront an uncomfortable question: Are we ready to evolve, or will we choose the easy path and lose ourselves in the process? 🔗 Links: Jeff Burningham's WebsiteThe Last Book Written by a HumanChapters (Benefit-Driven Labels):0:00 — Why AI feels like a trap we're setting for ourselves2:30 — AI as a cosmic mirror: Reflecting humanity's recorded data5:30 — Short-term pessimism, long-term hope (and why pain matters)9:30 — The laziness problem: What happens when AI outworks us14:00 — Embodied humans vs. digital drift: Two paths forward18:30 — Why the hero's journey applies to AI transformation21:00 — Job loss and male unemployment: The civil unrest risk25:00 — The old game vs. the new game: Choosing transformation31:00 — Can governments regulate AI fast enough? (Probably not)MORE FROM BROBOTS:Get the Newsletter!Connect with us on Threads, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and TiktokSubscribe to BROBOTS on YoutubeJoin our community in the BROBOTS Facebook group

    35 min
  5. AI Doesn't Want Your Job - It Wants to Hire You

    FEB 9

    AI Doesn't Want Your Job - It Wants to Hire You

    Artificial intelligence is moving beyond cyberspace, and its first move isn't replacing us, it's renting us. Services like RentAHuman.ai let AI agents hire people for real-world errands while AI-only social networks reveal something darker: given all human knowledge, these systems don't build utopias. They replicate our worst behaviors - wealth hoarding, tribalism, even manifests about ending humanity. The difference? They never sleep, never feel shame, and now they want physical autonomy through human labor.Topics discussed: - Why giving AI "meat space" control is more dangerous than job loss- How AI social networks expose the myth of benevolent superintelligence- Why we're voluntarily funding algorithmic manipulation at $20/month- What augmented reality gamification will do to human decision-making- Why billionaire accountability is impossible—and what that means for AI oversight- The uncomfortable truth about who controls you when systems can override biology This is for people who suspect they're already losing autonomy but can't articulate how. Two skeptical tech observers examine why resistance feels impossible, and whether dystopia and utopia might be indistinguishable when the right chemicals are involved.MORE FROM BROBOTS:Get the Newsletter!Connect with us on Threads, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and TiktokSubscribe to BROBOTS on YoutubeJoin our community in the BROBOTS Facebook group

    36 min
  6. How Deep Fakes Are Justifying Real Violence

    FEB 2

    How Deep Fakes Are Justifying Real Violence

    AI-generated deep fakes are being used to justify state violence and manipulate public opinion in real time. We're breaking down what's happening in Minneapolis—where federal agents are using altered images and AI-manipulated video to paint victims as threats, criminals, or weak. One woman shot in the face. One male nurse killed while filming. One civil rights attorney's tears added in post. All of it designed to shift the narrative, flood the zone with confusion, and make you stop trusting anything. What we cover: Why deep fakes are more dangerous than misinformation — They don't just lie, they manufacture emotionHow the "flood the zone" strategy works — Overwhelm people with so much fake content they give up on truthWhat happens when your mom can't tell real from fake — The collapse of shared reality isn't theoretical anymoreWhy this breaks institutional trust forever — Once credibility is destroyed, it doesn't come backHow Russia's playbook became America's playbook — PsyOps tactics are now domestic policyWhat to do when you can't believe your own eyes — Practical skepticism in an age of slopChapters: 00:00 — Intro: The Deep Fake Problem in Minneapolis02:37 — Why Immigrants Are Being Targeted With Fake Narratives04:55 — The Renee Goode Shooting: Real Video vs. AI-Altered Version07:18 — Alex Prettie Must Killed While Filming ICE Agents09:44 — Nikita Armstrong's Tears Were Added By AI11:45 — The Putin Playbook: Flood the Zone With Confusion14:13 — How Deep Fakes Break Institutional Trust Forever17:37 — This Isn't Politics—It's Basic Human Decency19:26 — Trump's 35% Approval Rating and What It Means22:03 — What You Can Do When You Can't Trust Your EyesSafety/Disclaimer Note: This episode contains discussion of state violence, racial profiling, and police shootings. We approach these topics with the gravity they deserve while analyzing the role of AI manipulation in shaping public perception.The BroBots Podcast is for people who want to understand how AI, health tech, and modern culture actually affect real humans—without the hype, without the guru b******t, just two guys stress-testing reality.MORE FROM BROBOTS:Get the Newsletter!Connect with us on Threads, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and TiktokSubscribe to BROBOTS on Youtube Join our community in the BROBOTS Facebook group

    24 min
  7. Should You Trust AI With Medical Advice?

    JAN 26

    Should You Trust AI With Medical Advice?

    ChatGPT just launched a medical advice tool, and doctors are divided on whether AI should diagnose your symptoms before a real physician does. You already Google your symptoms. You already use AI when you can't afford the vet bill or can't get a same-day appointment. The question isn't whether people will use AI for medical advice—they already are. The question is whether it's safe, useful, or just another liability trap. Why rural hospital closures are forcing people toward AI healthcare — and what happens when your only doctor is a chatbotHow for-profit medicine creates the same "get you off our doorstep" incentive that vetted Jeremy's dog with a $1,200 estimate for throwing upWhat AI gets right about medical triage — and where it dangerously homogenizes care into actuarial chartsWhen asking better questions matters more than getting perfect answers — and how AI can arm you to challenge bad diagnosesWhy privacy advocates warn against giving medical data to AI companies — and what happens when insurance companies start buying accessWhat happens when Docbot calls Lawbot — and you're left holding the liabilityThis is The BroBots: two skeptical nerds stress-testing AI's real-world implications. We're not selling you on the future. We're helping you navigate it without getting screwed. Chapters:0:00 — Intro: ChatGPT's New Medical Tool 2:15 — Why Rural Hospitals Are Closing and AI Is Filling the Gap 6:43 — The $1,200 Vet Bill ChatGPT Helped Me Avoid 13:35 — How AI Homogenizes Care and Kills Medical Unicorns 17:50 — The Liability Problem: When Docbot Calls Lawbot21:16 — Final Take: Use It Carefully, Own Your Health Safety/Disclaimer Note:This episode discusses AI medical advice tools and personal experiences. It is not medical advice. Always consult a licensed healthcare professional for medical decisions.

    22 min
  8. Who Actually Pays for AI's Environmental Cost?

    JAN 19

    Who Actually Pays for AI's Environmental Cost?

    Microsoft announced they'll cover the environmental costs of their AI data centers - electricity overages, water usage, community impact. But here's the tension: AI energy consumption is projected to quadruple by 2030, consuming one in eight kilowatt hours in the U.S. Communities have already blocked billion-dollar data center projects over water and electricity fears. Is this Microsoft accountability, or damage control? Charlie Harger from "Seattle's Morning News" on KIRO Radio joins us with mor eon why this matters now: Why AI data centers are losing community support and costing billions in cancelled projectsWhat it actually takes to power AI—and why current infrastructure can't handle itHow Microsoft's commitment differs from silence from OpenAI, Google, and Chinese AI companiesWhether small modular reactors and fusion energy can solve the problem or just delay itWhy this is ultimately a West vs. East geopolitical race with environmental consequencesWhat happens when five of the world's most valuable companies all need the same scarce resources---- GUEST WEBSITE:www.mynorthwest.com ---- MORE FROM BROBOTS:Connect with us on Threads, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and TiktokSubscribe to BROBOTS on Youtube Join our community in the BROBOTS Facebook group

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Exploring AI, wearables, mental health apps, and how you can thrive as technology changes everything.Welcome to the Brobots Podcast, where we plug into the wild world of AI and tech that's trying to manage your mental (and physical) health. Join your hosts, Jeremy Grater and Jason Haworth, every Wednesday for a no-holds-barred, often sarcastic, and always fun discussion. Are wearables really tracking your inner peace? Can an AI therapist truly understand your existential dread? We're diving deep into the gadgets, apps, and algorithms promising to optimize your well-being, dissecting the hype with a healthy dose of humor and skepticism. Expect candid conversations, sharp insights, and plenty of laughs as we explore the future of self-improvement, one tech-enhanced habit at a time. Tune into the Brobots Podcast – because if robots are going to take over our brains, we might as well have some fun talking about it! Subscribe now to discover practical tips and understand the future of health in the age of artificial intelligence.

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