EP11 - John Sills & The Robotic Dog

Emotional Intelligence Pawdcast

This is a Pawdcast with a difference! Some time ago John Sills posted an utterly brilliant on Linkedin, as he often does - this time he posed a question:

Would you want a robotic dog, instead of a real one? Easier to look after, no mess, no need to train. Will stop barking when you want it to, won't get ill, won't get lazy. If you've got allergies, problem solved! It's got to be better, right?

Of course, John was highlighting (amongst other things) the possibilities and limitations of tech in our world and the need for humans to have a bond with another ‘being’ and so I invited him onto the Pawdcast, so that we could debate his thoughts on this topic.

In this episode of the Pawdcast, we're exploring the fascinating intersection of AI and canine companionship with John, a customer experience expert who doesn't currently have his own dog, but has explored their emotional intelligence and connection with us humans that will be hard to ever replicate.

As we delve into the question of whether an AI dog could ever replace our furry friends, we'll uncover surprising insights about human nature, our innate connection to living beings, and why sometimes, life's imperfections are what make it truly perfect. Check out the original linkedin message here