Do You Need an AI 'Friend?'

The Brian Lehrer Show | Oct 9, 2025

Ryan Kailath, WNYC/Gothamist arts and culture reporter, talks about his reporting on the AI company called Friend, and their ads, which have been defaced throughout the subway system.

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