Being Catholic #383: Human Brain vs. AI: Why We’re Not Obsolete

Bob Johnston and his wife Lynn discuss an Epoch Times opinion piece about the surge of investment in AI, its massive energy demands, and how current machines fall short of the human brain’s complexity, consciousness, and intentionality.

They warn against idolizing technology, highlight risks to children’s learning and curiosity from overreliance on AI, and urge using AI as a tool to amplify — not replace — human thinking.

The episode ties these concerns to Catholic teaching, prayer, and the station’s mission, encouraging listeners to reflect on faith, responsibility, and the proper place of technology in our lives.