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Is the Internet Dead?

Ashley & Christy Season 1 Episode 6

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Christy introduces Ashley to the Dead Internet Theory: the idea that much of the internet is no longer real, and that AI bots, automated content, and recycled posts have quietly taken over. We break down where this theory came from, why so many people believe it, and whether there’s any truth behind the claim that the internet is “dead.”

We also explore the ethics of AI romantic partners, whether the internet has already passed its peak, and how algorithms and ads are pushing humans into analog spaces and shaping the future of online life.

If you’ve felt like the internet seems different lately, you aren't alone, and this episode might be for you. 

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