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Digital Natives: "He Loves Me 4.0"

December 11, 2025

"He Loves Me 4.0" follows three cousins navigating AI chatbots, dangerous beauty apps, online pressure and love gone virtual. A gripping 10-episode story about tech's risks and realities.

A graphic image of DW's Digital Natives series He loves me 4.0

He Loves Me 4.0 is a gripping 10-episode Learning By EarDigital Natives audio drama exploring how artificial intelligence and digital apps shape—and sometimes distort—the lives of young Africans.

Set in the lively city of Inzuna, the story follows three cousins: Faith, a dedicated teacher; Rahim, a shy computer scientist; and Jennifer, an outgoing social media content creator—as they prepare for their first end-of-year party together. What should be a joyful season quickly spirals into tension as each cousin faces unexpected digital-related challenges.

At Faith's school, students are drawn into a dangerous trend driven by the Magical Appearance app, pushing them toward extreme makeovers and unsafe products—with tragic consequences. As Faith investigates, she confronts online manipulation, risky influencers, and the emotional toll of digital peer pressure.

Meanwhile, Rahim struggles with his relationship as he hesitates to invite his girlfriend, Nina, to the party. And Jennifer becomes deeply involved with a charming AI chatbot, threatening both her well-being and her bond with her cousins.

Across ten episodes, He Loves Me 4.0 unpacks digital identity, online dating, algorithmic influence, and the blurred line between real and virtual life. Blending suspense, relatable characters, and real-world themes of digital literacy, the series invites listeners to reflect on the promises and dangers of today’s tech-driven world.

Listen to all episodes here.

 

He loves me 4.0 - Episode 01 : Christmas is coming

He Loves Me 4.0 - Episode 02 : What's Got into the Students?

He Loves Me 4.0 - Episode 03 : A Proposal and a Disagreement

He Loves Me 4.0 - Episode 04 : Virtual Love

He Loves Me 4.0 - Episode 05 : Tracking, Tragedy and Tension

He Loves Me 4.0 - Episode 06 : Confrontations

He Loves Me 4.0 - Episode 07 : The Geek strikes back!

He Loves Me 4.0 - Episode 08 : A Highly Charged Atmosphere

He Loves Me 4.0 - Episode 09 : Algorithm, My Love

He Loves Me 4.0 - Episode 10 : A Love for All Occasions

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