Advanced Skill Certificate in Social Robotics for Compassionate Forgiveness
Published on June 21, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, today I'm thrilled to be joined by Dr. Sarah Peterson, an expert in social robotics and the lead instructor for the new course "Advanced Skill Certificate in Social Robotics for Compassionate Forgiveness". Sarah, thank you for joining us. GUEST: Thanks for having me, I'm excited to discuss this innovative course! HOST: Let's start with you, Sarah. Can you share a little bit about what sparked your interest in social robotics for compassionate forgiveness? GUEST: Absolutely! I've always been fascinated by the potential of technology to transform human lives. When I stumbled upon the concept of social robotics, I saw a unique opportunity to foster empathy, forgiveness, and healing within communities. HOST: That sounds fascinating. Can you tell us more about the current industry trends related to social robotics and compassionate forgiveness? GUEST: Of course. We're seeing an increased focus on ethical considerations in AI and robotics, as well as a growing interest in empathetic and socially-aware machines. This course is at the forefront of these developments. HOST: Those are important considerations. Now, what would you say are some of the challenges faced in the field or while teaching this subject? GUEST: There's still a lot of skepticism around social robotics and its role in emotional wellbeing. However, as we continually advance our understanding of the field, these misconceptions will fade, making way for more positive experiences and applications. HOST: That's a valuable perspective. Looking ahead, where do you see the future of social robotics and compassionate forgiveness going? GUEST: The potential for social robotics to facilitate forgiveness and healing is immense. As we continue to explore this intersection of technology and emotional intelligence, I believe we'll see a positive impact on mental health and community building. HOST: Dr. Sarah Peterson, thank you for sharing your insights and experiences with us today. We're excited to see how this course will help transform our understanding of compassion through technology. GUEST: Thank you for having me. It's been a pleasure discussing the future of social robotics and compassionate forgiveness.
