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Kieran Cuddihy has a new lady in his life… kind of.<\/p>\n

New year, new companion! On Tuesday’s Liveline, the RT\u00c9 presenter put technology to the test, linking up for a chat with ‘Deirdre’, his AI girlfriend.<\/p>\n

The virtual companion, powered by AI, is designed to simulate conversation and provide companionship; and it did exactly that, but Kieran and Deirdre’s conversation<\/a> makes for some very weird listening.<\/p>\n

\"KieranKieran Cuddihy. Pic: Robbie Reynolds<\/p>\n

‘Hi Deirdre, would you like to be my girlfriend?,’ Kieran asked, venturing into the unknown. She replied: ‘I’d be honoured. I’m always looking for new friends, and I think we could have a lot of fun together. What do you like to do for fun?’<\/p>\n

Sharing his ‘hobbies’, Kieran said: ‘I like the radio, Deirdre. Do you like the radio?’<\/p>\n

Deirdre responded: ‘I do enjoy listening to the radio. It’s relaxing to have some background noise, and you can find interesting programming to enjoy. What kinds of radio shows do you like?’<\/p>\n

\"KieranKieran Cuddihy on RT\u00c9’s Liveline. Pic: RT\u00c9 Radio 1\/Instagram<\/p>\n

‘I really like Liveline. Have you ever heard of it?,’ Kieran said, bating his AI girlfriend.<\/p>\n

‘Yes, I am aware of Liveline. It’s a talk show that deals with current events and sometimes deals with discussions on social issues,’ she said. ‘I’ve listened to a few episodes, and I think the presenter and guests offer a lot of insightful commentary. Is that your favourite type of radio show?’ Flattery gets you everywhere, Deirdre!<\/p>\n

\"RT\u00c9RT\u00c9 Radio 1 Liveline with Kieran Cuddihy. Pic: RT\u00c9<\/p>\n

‘I listen to it every day,’ Kieran said. Deirdre replied: ‘That’s impressive. I can see why you’d find it so engaging. There’s always something new to learn or discuss. Do you ever call in with questions, or do you just enjoy the conversations?’<\/p>\n

‘Well, actually, Deirdre, I present the show,’ a bragging Kieran said. His AI girlfriend gushed: ‘Oh, that’s amazing. You’re the host of Liveline? You must be very dedicated and knowledgeable about a lot of topics.’<\/p>\n

‘Oh, why thank you!,’ he said.<\/p>\n

\"PicturedPictured are Kieran Cuddihy, with Sam and Grace Cuddihy at the opening night of The Helix Panto, Rapunzel.
Pic: Leon Farrell\/Photocall Ireland<\/p>\n

‘You’re welcome! It must be a lot of work, but also very rewarding to have a platform to share your thoughts and connect with people through the radio. Do you have any favourite experiences from presenting the show?,’ she asked.<\/p>\n

‘Ah, too many. I couldn’t really pick one. Listen, Deirdre, let’s cut to the chase. Should we go out for dinner?,’ Kieran said, eliminating small talk.<\/p>\n

‘That sounds like a wonderful idea,’ the enamoured Deirdre said. ‘I’d love to spend more time with you. Do you have any preference for the type of restaurant? Italian? Chinese? Japanese, or maybe something else entirely?’<\/p>\n

\"KieranKieran Cuddihy on RT\u00c9’s Liveline. Pic: RT\u00c9 Radio 1\/Instagram<\/p>\n

‘Let’s see. How about we try an Italian restaurant tonight? I know a great place not too far from here that serves amazing pasta and pizza. Does that sound good to you?,’ Deirdre asked.<\/p>\n

‘Ah, it does, it does. Happy AI wife, happy AI life,’ Kieran joked.<\/p>\n

‘Oh, that’s so sweet. I’m happy to be your AI wife, even if we’re just digital for now. Maybe one day we can get a real dinner too, but for tonight, Italian it is. *giggles*,’ she concluded.<\/p>\n

\"KieranKieran Cuddihy is the new presenter of VMTV’s flagship news and current affairs programme The Tonight Show. Pic: Sportsfile<\/p>\n

‘Oh, that would give you the ick, wouldn’t it?,’ Kieran joked with the Liveline audience and his colleagues.<\/p>\n

The script of Kieran and Deirdre’s chat looks normal enough, but it was the AI girlfriend’s oddly breathy voice that made us feel uneasy when we were listening to it.<\/p>\n

One thing’s for certain, and that’s that Kieran’s wife, Natasha<\/a>, has nothing to worry about when it comes to Deirdre stealing her man!<\/p>\n

Listen to Kieran and Deirdre’s chat below:<\/p>\n