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The World of Robots -- in Love and War

Robots are here to stay: in factories and homes — from real-world battlefields to popular culture. We talk about robotics and the increased interaction of robots with human beings.

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By Warren Olney • Dec 19, 2013 • 52m Listen

Robots are here to stay: in factories and homes — from real-world battlefields to popular culture. We talk about robotics and the increased interaction of robots with human beings. Also, hackers steal credit card info of 40 million Target customers, and a rare look at prison life for black Americans before emancipation.

Banner image: Baxter with (L) Rodney Brooks, founder of Rethink Robotics, and his partners, Andreas and Josh. Photo: Steve Jurvetson

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    Warren Olney

    former KCRW broadcaster

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    Three-on-three basketball player in the final stages of qualifying for Olympics; former KCRW intern

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