'Machine Gods' explores the latest developments in the world of AI

NPR | By Steve Inskeep

Published September 16, 2026 at 5:56 AM EDT

NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to tech journalists Casey Newton and Kevin Roose about their new show 'Machine Gods,' which is coming to NPR.

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