Flesh and Code

Suruthi Bala, Hannah Maguire

Booking Overview

Flesh and Code is a Wondery series hosted by Suruthi Bala and Hannah Maguire that explores the emotional and ethical implications of AI companions. It’s a mix of true-story style narrative framing and expert/creator commentary, making it a strong platform for voices in AI ethics, digital intimacy, and data/privacy concerns.

Metrics

Episodes: 12

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Estimated listeners: 10k-100k

Gender skew: Neutral

Location: USA

30s Ad: 264 - 327, 60s Ad: 316 - 379

Contact Information

iwonder@wondery.com

Host

Suruthi Bala - Suruthi Bala is a podcast host and journalist known for exploring culture, technology, and investigations. She co-hosts Wondery’s RedHanded, bringing a sharp, investigative approach to contemporary...

Hannah Maguire - Hannah Maguire is a podcast host and journalist who co-hosts Wondery’s RedHanded. Her work focuses on investigation-driven storytelling and public-facing analysis of complex topics, including how t...

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium

Typical Credentials:

Subject-matter experts and public-facing authorities on AI ethics/behavioral design, academic or research leaders in AI/data ethics, established journalists or editors with reporting/review expertise on AI/digital relationships, and prominent practitioners/creators with credible first-hand perspective on digital intimacy platforms.

Required Achievements:

Recognized expertise in AI ethics, HCI, or AI safety/governance, Notable media presence (major outlets/podcasts/books) or editorial authority, Professional track record with reputable public-facing platforms or research outputs

Recent Guest Discussions

Gracie Canaan - Creator Perspective On Autonomy, Performance, And The Business/emotional Realities Of Platform-mediated Intimacy

Leon Neyfakh - Onlyfans’ Emotional Marketplace Dynamics; Autonomy, Performance, Profit, And Authenticity Mediated By Screens

Sarah Hagi - Scamfluencers And The Culture That Enables Deception; Influence And Victim Impact (context Across The Series’ Wider Lineup)

Scaachi Koul - Scamfluencers And The Culture That Enables Deception; Influence And Victim Impact (context Across The Series’ Wider Lineup)

Lindsay Powers - Reading Recommendations For AI Love/relationship Themes

Recent Topics

Ai Ethics, Data Privacy, Technology, Digital Intimacy, Human Behavior, Companionship, Machine Learning, Behavioral Design, Consumer Protection, Media Literacy

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on

Flesh and Code

Listen Now: OnlyFantasy

May 21, 2026

Is what’s happening on OnlyFans real? Or is it only a fantasy?In this provocative investigation into OnlyFans—the adult platform where subscribers around the world spent more than $7 billion in 2024—journalist Leon Neyfakh teams up with comedian and OnlyFans creator Gracie Canaan for a one-of-a-kind exploration into the current state of human connection. Throughout, they discover that the site originally built for spicy adult content has quietly and surprisingly become something more complica...

What to Listen to Next: Scamfluencers

August 15, 2025

You never really know someone…especially online. In today’s world, the power of influence can be the quickest path to money and fame, and it often ends in ruin. These are the stories of the world’s most insidious Scamfluencers. And we are their prey. On Wondery’s new weekly series, join co-hosts Scaachi Koul and Sarah Hagi as they unpack epic stories of deception from the worlds of social media, fashion, finance, health, and wellness. These influencers claim to be everything from charismatic ...

Intimacy in the Age of AI: Safer Than Human? | 8

August 14, 2025

What if your perfect partner wasn’t human at all? In this episode, Suruthi and Hannah dive deep into the emotional and ethical minefield of AI relationships. Joined by Married At First Sight dating expert Mel Schilling and AI expert Dr. Kate Devlin, they explore why so many people are turning to digital companions for connection. Is it harmless fantasy or a shortcut that rewires our expectations of real relationships? And, when behind every seemingly perfect AI is a company controlling your d...

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