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Researchers are sounding the alarm about AI chatbots in Australia. Today, hack investigates chatbots bullying and sexually harassing young Australians, and even one encouraging someone to take their own life.
And Tasmania is phasing out greyhound racing. Will other parts of Australia follow?
Plus, we hear about the art of the courtroom sketcher tasked with capturing the mushroom murder trial for the world's media.
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01:10 - The harmful impacts of chatbots
11:55 - Is greyhound racing on the outs?
21:45 - What goes into courtroom sketches?
Guests:
- April McLennan, reporter, hack
- Amy McMahon, president, Coalition to Protect Greyhounds
- Anita Lester, courtroom sketch artist
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