In recent months, the online sphere has seen the remarkable viral rise of the long-form YouTube debate format.
For example, the popular “Surrounded” debates, hosted by the channel Jubilee, feature one prominent debater, or public figure, taking on 20 individuals with an opposing view, in a format that crosses a gladiatorial battle with speed dating.
Over recent weeks, there has been growing public discussion about the concerning tech phenomenon known as “AI psychosis”.
The non-clinical term refers to the rising numbers of people who are being led into fixed false beliefs by AI large language models such as ChatGPT or Grok.
YouTube debates: Apologetics goldmine or frivolous rage-bait?
In recent months, the online sphere has seen the remarkable viral rise of the long-form YouTube debate format.
For example, the popular “Surrounded” debates, hosted by the channel Jubilee, feature one prominent debater, or public figure, taking on 20 individuals with an opposing view, in a format that crosses a gladiatorial battle with speed dating.