Pivot · 2025-08-08 · 82 min · 16,430 words

AI Therapy, “Mankeeping,” and Screen Addiction

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I think often listening to you guys, Scott is having an emotional or social conversation and you're trying to have a practical one. Hi everyone, this is Pivot from New York magazine and the Vox Media Podcast Network. I'm Kara Swisher. Welcome back to Scott 3 August.

As Scott continues his August adventures, I'm joined by another incredible co-host, Mel Robbins. Mel is an award-winning podcast host, a New York Times best-selling author, and an expert in mindset, behavioral change, and life improvement. Welcome, Mel. Well, thank you for having me. I am so thrilled to have you.

We couldn't be more opposite, which is why I want you here so. What do you mean we couldn't be more opposite? We were just talking about like uh vibrating all the time. I'm a constant vibrator. Like Well, hold on.

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