A Chatbot Reacts To A Book About Tech

In this episode of Fresh Air, Terry Gross interviews Vauhini Vara, a tech journalist and novelist, about her new book, "Searches, Selfhood in the Digital Age," which explores the complex relationship between technology and our lives. Vara discusses her experiences with AI, including using ChatGPT to analyze her own writing and the ethical questions that arise from interacting with these technologies. She shares insights on AI's biases, its potential for monetization through personal data collection, and the implications for writers and individuals in the digital age. The conversation also touches on Vara's personal history with technology, including her early reporting on Facebook and her experience as a spelling bee contestant.