The DARK Side Of AI Companions Nobody Is Talking About

In this episode, Dr. Brandon & Dr. Morgentaler talk about whether women would react the same way as men to revealing outfits and explore how AI chatbots and new technology could reshape intimacy and human relationships. 00:00 See Through Red Carpet Debate Dr. Brandon and Dr. Morgentaler react to a listener question about whether women would be upset if men wore see through outfits on the red carpet the same way some female celebrities do. 03:44 Why Men and Women React Differently They explore the differences between male and female sexuality including visual attraction, social norms, and why revealing clothing may be perceived differently. 10:07 AI Intimacy and Chatbots Take Over The conversation shifts to how AI chatbots are quickly becoming companions and even romantic partners for some people. 14:29 Agentic AI Arrives They discuss the rise of agentic AI tools that can act in the real world for users and how this could deepen dependence on AI systems. 19:58 Supernormal Stimuli Explained Dr. Brandon explains the concept of supernormal stimuli and why highly engineered experiences like AI intimacy can be so addictive. 25:12 Therapist Takeaways The episode ends with advice for therapists and why understanding sex tech and AI relationships will be important for the future of mental health. With Dr. Abraham Morgentaler and Dr. Marianne Brandon Listen to the podcast on all of your favorite platforms: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ec/podcast/the-sex-doctors/id1761813985?l=en-GB Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0apSFzquJXKoOGnmI6ndgT?si=e5a1e482c7ca46c7 Find us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesexdoctors?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesexdoctors YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thesexdoctorspod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesexdoctor LinkedIn (Dr. Abraham): https://www.linkedin.com/in/abraham-morgentaler-md-81628b6 LinkedIn (Dr. Marianne): https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariannebrandon-59224513 X (Dr. Abraham): https://x.com/DrMorgentaler X (Dr. Marianne): https://x.com/drbrandon #SexualityPerceptions #AIinRelationships #TechnologyAndIntimacy