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Rachel Chalmers speaks with Allegra Guinan about the trust dynamics and design ethics of voice-based AI.

In episode 45 of Generationship, Rachel Chalmers speaks with Allegra Guinan of Lumiera about the trust dynamics and design ethics of voice-based AI. Together they explore how human tendencies to anthropomorphize voice systems can both build and erode trust, underscoring the need for responsible design and diverse perspectives.

People in this episode

Host: Rachel Chalmers

Guest: Allegra Guinan

Topics covered

• voice-based AI
• trust dynamics
• design ethics
• anthropomorphism
• responsible design
• diverse perspectives

Keywords

• voice-based AI
• trust
• design ethics
• anthropomorphize
• responsible design
• diversity

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Organizations: Lumiera

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