The Cost of Love – Episode 1: A.I. & Love with Dr Robert Elliott Smith
Episode 1 of The Cost of Love kicks off the series with a question that feels both futuristic and uncomfortably current: what happens when algorithms
Episode 1 of The Cost of Love kicks off the series with a question that feels both futuristic and uncomfortably current: what happens when algorithms shape our romantic lives?
Haley McGee sits down with complexity scientist and author Dr Robert Elliott Smith to explore how artificial intelligence is already influencing who we fall in love with, how we connect, and what we believe about relationships. From dating apps to behavioural nudges, this episode peels back the tech to reveal the values (and biases) hidden inside.
We were brought in to handle the production from raw tape to polished episode—including editorial collaboration on structure, pacing, and integrating sound design that subtly underscored the tension between human feeling and machine logic. Working with Haley on this one was a dream: she’s fiercely intelligent, emotionally open, and endlessly curious.
Together, we built an audio experience that invites listeners to reflect—not just on love and money—but on how invisible systems influence our deepest decisions.
You can listen to the episode now on Apple Podcasts.
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