AI Companionship & Modern Dating: Lisa Steadman on 'tAInted Love' at HollyShorts

What happens when technology starts offering us frictionless versions of intimacy? In this episode of *She's All Over the Place*, host Katie Chonacas sits down with USC School of Cinematic Arts graduate and bestselling relationship author Lisa Steadman to discuss her directorial debut short film, *tAInted Love*.   As the sole winner of the Stage 32 competition, Lisa earned a coveted spot screening on opening night at the HollyShorts Film Festival. We dive deep into the inspiration behind *tAInted Love*—a near-future relationship short exploring AI companionship, modern dating, and loneliness in Los Angeles. Lisa shares her unique perspective from a career spent studying how humans connect, fall in love, break up, and reinvent themselves. Tune in for a fascinating conversation on whether removing friction from relationships ultimately removes something essential about being human.   Follow us here.