087: What is the Future of Sex Robots?

In today's episode, we discuss the future of sex robots. Inspired by the book "Robot Sex: Social and Ethical Implications," we consider various benefits and harms that sex robots might have on users, society, and even the robots themselves. Will sex robots be on balance a good thing or a bad thing? Will they provide a safe outlet for bad behavior or possibly just embolden it? And what will be the impact of sex robots on marriage?

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