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What does addiction look like in the aura? Addiction doesn't just affect the body and mind, it impacts the soul and the life force energy around you. In this episode, Michaela explores how addiction can distort different aura colors, amplify the ego, and disconnect someone from their true essence. She discusses aura specific ways to reach someone who is struggling and gives a spiritual take on the disease of addiction which impacts so many of us. Want to learn more? Enjoy one of our new interactive Aura quizzes: https://knowyouraura.com/aura-quizzes/Listen to this introductory episode to find your Aura color: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bonus-every-aura-color-explained/id1477126939?i=1000479357880Send Mystic Michaela some positive energy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mysticmichaela/Explore the Know Your Aura Website: https://knowyouraura.com/Visit Mystic Michaela's Website: https://www.mysticmichaela.com/Join Mystic Michaela's Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2093029197406168/Our Episode Partners:Get 40% off select Lola Blankets products at https://lolablankets.com by using code KYA at checkout.For a limited time, get 60% off your first order, plus free shipping, when you head to https://www.smalls.com/kyaGet 15% off OneSkin with the code KYA at https://www.oneskin.co/KYA #oneskinpodSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Have you ever listened to a podcast and wondered why some episode openings pull you in right away while others take too long to get going? While Marc is out, Ralph Estep Jr. and Jonathan Howard lead us through an appreciation of Swindled and the storytelling choices that make it so effective. What starts as a close look at one show becomes a practical conversation about stronger intros, emotional hooks, and the storytelling devices that make listeners lean in. As the panel studies how the episode opens, the bigger lesson becomes clear: a strong beginning does more than introduce the topic. It sets the tone, creates emotion, sparks curiosity, and shapes the full listener journey. Along the way, this episode becomes a mini masterclass in how to open stronger, create emotional pull, and use storytelling devices with more intention.Episode Highlights: [01:38] Why Swindled works as an obsession-worthy format[05:20] Breaking down the long prologue and pattern priming[07:24] The host's deadpan delivery style[10:16] Audience reactions and emotional response[24:43] Setting up the receipts[29:48] Evidence-first storytelling and show notes depth[35:44] Why the episode structure works[41:57] Hooks, curiosity gaps, and belief flipsLinks & Resources: The Podcasting Morning Chat: www.podpage.com/pmcJoin The Empowered Podcasting Facebook Group:www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredpodcasting⁠Book A Free Call With Me: https://calendly.com/ironickmedia/freestrategycallJoin The Empowered Podcasting Facebook Group:www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredpodcasting⁠Application To Submit Your Show For Evaluation: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8-Xv6O6lrNPcPJwj3N0Z5Osdl-5kHGz_PiAU45U57S-XgoA/viewform?usp=headerSwindled: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-formula-nestl%C3%A9-boycott-of-1977/id1308717668?i=1000428016046Remember to rate, follow, share, and review our podcast. Your support helps us grow and bring valuable content to the podcasting community.Join us LIVE every weekday morning at 7 am ET (US) on ⁠Clubhouse⁠: ⁠⁠⁠ https://www.clubhouse.com/house/empowered-podcasting-e6nlrk0w⁠⁠Live on YouTube: ⁠http://podcastingmorningchat.com/joinusBrought to you by⁠ ⁠iRonickMedia.com⁠⁠ Please note that some links may be affiliate links, which support the hosts of the PMC. Thank you!--- Send in your mailbag question at:⁠ https://www.podpage.com/pmc/contact/⁠ or ⁠marc@ironickmedia.com⁠Want to be a guest on The Podcasting Morning Chat? Send me a message on PodMatch, here: ⁠https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1729879899384520035bad21b⁠

In today's episode, we tackle and dissect common fears and misconceptions around chemicals, sugar addiction, strength training for women, and genetics. As always, we aim to clear up some noise from social media and provide grounded and evidence-based perspectives on these hot topics.We break down the misconception that all chemicals are harmful, highlighting how many essential compounds and modern agricultural advancements, such as GMOs and pesticides, have significantly benefited our food supply, and address the psychological impact of fear-mongering around chemicals and ultra-processed foods.We also discuss the common female fear around “getting bulky” by lifting weights and the reality behind building muscle and “getting toned.” We explore outdated notions and highlighting the importance of muscle for health, longevity, and confidence.This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to begin overcoming food or lifting anxiety and realize their full potential in the kitchen and the gym.“Don't be anxious and worried about what you eat all the time.”- Amy Rudolph"There's no faster way to turn off someone's logical thinking brain than to make them afraid of something."- Iris Deadlifts"Kids already have enough to deal with in this world, and their food shouldn't be one of those things.”- MeriThis week on Here's the Deal: Fitness, Nutrition and Mindset for People Who Don't Want Life to Suck:The necessity and benefits of chemicals in agriculture, such as pesticides and GMOsThe dangers of blanket fear-mongering against chemicals and the need for scientific contextIs sugar actually addictive?The role of protein in reducing sugar cravings and stabilizing energy levels.The importance of context and dosage in the discussion around sugar and chemicalsDebunking the myth that lifting weights will make a woman bulkyUnderstanding that genetics play a role but are also not a death sentenceConnect with Iris, Meri, and Amy:Iris Deadlifts on InstagramMeri on InstagramAmy Rudolph on InstagramThanks for tuning in to this week's episode of Here's the Deal: Fitness, Nutrition, and Mindset for People Who Don't Want Life to Suck, where we challenge the common understanding of what it means and what it takes to be fit and healthy! If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe and leave a review wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts.Apple Podcasts | SpotifyBe sure to share your favorite episodes on social media and tag us!Join Iris Deadlifts on Instagram, Meri on Instagram, and Amy Rudolph on Instagram.

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Can the lifestyle become an addiction? Well, it can if we don't recognize what's going on in our brains. In this episode with Catherine from Expansive Connection, we break down the key components at play including New Relationship Energy (NRE), Novelty, Desensation, the 'Pleasure Paradox' and how all of this shows up in our relationships. Of course we also discuss ways to recognize and respond when armed with this new knowledge! Discussed in this episode:  Expansive Connection Coaching The Hidden Brain Podcast: The Paradox of Pleasure The Hidden Brain Podcast: The Path to Enough Join the We Gotta Thing Community Request a WGT Community promo code from Mr Jones

In this episode, I walk you through the five foods that consistently top the list (many of them I was also addicted to in the past). And then, I'll reveal the specific ingredients that drive cravings, override fullness signals, and keep you reaching for more.I'll also share how understanding the science helped me break my own cycle — including the days when I could eat an entire pound bag of peanut M&M's in one sitting.Once you understand the mechanism, you regain control.On this episode, you'll learn: Why sugar—especially fructose—drives hunger and repeat cravings (2:26)How refined flour can spike blood sugar even faster than table sugar (3:10)Why chocolate cravings feel emotional—and how to make dark chocolate work for you (6:30)The evolutionary reason why chips are so addictive (8:35)Why ice cream delays fullness signals( how to make a delicious version at home) (12:00)What makes pizza the most addictive food in surveys—and the key nutrient it's missing (13:52)How your gut bacteria naturally produce fullness signals like GLP-1—no injections required (15:18)Why breaking food addiction isn't about discipline, but about chemistry (16:32)Thank you to our sponsors! Check them out: Visit Sunlighten.com and mention DrGundry when you fill out the get-pricing form and save up to $600 on your purchaseTransform your sleep experience with Cozy Earth bedding. Go to cozyearth.com/gundry for 40% off.Visit Juvent.com/GUNDRY and use code GUNDRY at checkout to get an extra $300 off your Juvent Micro-Impact Platform.For all your blue-light and EMF-blocking accessories, go to boncharge.com/GUNDRY and use the coupon code GUNDRY to save 15% off your entire order.Get a quote today at Progressive.com.For the full show notes and transcript: https://drgundry.com/food-addiction/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With prediction market apps and sites like Polymarket, Kalshi and WagerWeb, you can literally bet on anything: Labubus, criminal case verdicts, Stephen Hawkings black hole theories, natural disasters. You can even bet on when a celebrity is going to die. But prediction markets aren't just about making money from gambling, there's a darker truth here. On this episode, Jason and Peter talk to Jonathan D. Cohen, author of the book, Losing Big: America's Reckless Bet On Sports Gambling, to discuss America's sports betting public health crisis. On this episode, Jason and Peter also dive in with Jonathan about the coverage of insider trading becoming a problem in prediction markets. Something to note, we did film this episode before the story broke about MrBeast's editor being banned from Kalshi for insider trading. We do bring up the story about former Toronto Rappers player, Jontay Porter, who was fined and banned from the NBA, for making proposition bets based on his game performance. We'll also cover the role of AI when it comes to sports betting along with the endorphin release rush you get when you make a bet. We'll also cover mob sports betting, legitimate poker games and Jonathan's record as a competitive board game player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is kratom safe – or is it quietly becoming the next opioid crisis?In this quick-hit episode, Zac sits down with recurring medical contributor Dr. Michael McCormick, Chief Medical Officer at Release Recovery, to clear the air on one of the most polarizing substances in America right now: kratom.Marketed as a natural herbal supplement and sold openly at gas stations and smoke shops, kratom is used by millions for energy, focus, pain relief – and even to help curb opioid withdrawal.But inside treatment centers, doctors are seeing something very different.In this episode, we break down:What kratom actually is (and how it works in the brain)Why low doses act like a stimulant — and high doses act like an opioidWhether kratom withdrawal requires medical detoxWhy it's showing up more and more in addiction treatmentThe truth about “legal” substances and who is most at riskWhy some experts believe it should not be sold over the counterWe're not here to attack people who use it responsibly. We're here to speak to the 10–15% of people predisposed to substance use disorder – the ones who may not know the risk until it's too late.If you or someone you love is using kratom, this conversation could change how you think about it.Connect with Zachttps://www.instagram.com/zwclark/https://www.linkedin.com/in/zac-c-746b96254/https://www.tiktok.com/@zacwclarkhttps://www.strava.com/athletes/55697553https://twitter.com/zacwclarkIf you or anyone you know is struggling, please do not hesitate to contact Release Recovery:(914) 588-6564http://releaserecovery.com@‌releaserecovery

Are our kids truly addicted to their phones… or are we looking at something more nuanced?In this episode of Protect Our Kids, Kristi Bush dives into one of the biggest questions parents and professionals are asking right now—especially as social media companies face growing scrutiny:

Host John Beckner continues his conversation with Jeffrey Bratberg, PharmD, FAPhA, clinical professor of pharmacy practice and clinical research at the University of Rhode Island (URI) College of Pharmacy, and Michelle Caetano, PharmD, grant coordinator at the URI College of Pharmacy, to discuss the growing opportunities for independent pharmacies to provide addiction care services. The conversation explores how pharmacists can expand patient access to treatment, support harm-reduction efforts, and play a vital role in addressing substance use disorders in their communities.

Mark Zuckerberg and other social media bigwigs are on trial, facing questions about whether social media is addictive. This could be the starting point for a much bigger look into the issues with social media. We do our best to keep the discussion fun. Plus, we have a bunch of other tech news to get caught up on, and some tips and picks to help you get out there and tech better! Watch on YouTube! - Notnerd.com and Notpicks.com INTRO (00:00) Apple reportedly plans to unveil at least five new products next week (02:20) Nate vibecoded an app for his Mac! (04:20) MAIN TOPIC: Is social media addictive? Creators say no (08:35) Instagram CEO Adam Mosseri defends platform in landmark trial over social media harms Mark Zuckerberg grilled about underage Instagram users, social media addiction during landmark trial DAVE'S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK: iOS Reachability (16:50) JUST THE HEADLINES: (23:50) China's hottest app of 2026 just asks if you're still alive The Salvation Army opens a digital thrift store on Roblox Email blunder exposes $90 billion Russian oil smuggling ring India tells university to leave AI summit after presenting Chinese robot as its own Thousands of CEOs just admitted AI had no impact on employment or productivity Study of 12,000 EU firms finds AI's productivity gains are real Microsoft says bug causes Copilot to summarize confidential emails WITHIN REACH (28:05) TAKES: Amazon overtakes Walmart to lead the world in sales (36:10) Google releases new low-priced Pixel 10A (39:10) Man accidentally gains control of 7,000 robot vacuums (43:05) BONUS ODD TAKE: (46:00) Drone-a-rama! The best drone shots of the Milan Cortina Olympics Unusual views of the Winter Olympics PICKS OF THE WEEK:  Dave: Anker Zolo USB C Charger Block, 2-Pack 4-Port Wall Adapter with 50W Max Output, 2 USB-C and 2 USB-A, Compact and Stable Design, for iPhone 17/16 Series, MacBook, iPad, Pixel, Galaxy, and More (Black) (53:25) Nate: Milwaukee 48-22-3104 Inkzall Point Marker, Fine, Black, 4-Pack (58:40) RAMAZON PURCHASE OF THE WEEK and bonus (01:01:00)

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Gary & Shannon open Hour 2 with baseball Spring Training and Gary’s frustration over the growing wave of jersey advertising before shifting into the latest updates from the tech trial. They break down testimony pointing to signs that social media platforms knew their products were addictive, particularly for children and teens. The conversation pivots live to President Trump reacting to the Supreme Court’s tariff ruling from the White House, calling Democratic justices “automatic no” votes and raising questions about what comes next and whether tariffs could be applied retroactively. The hour wraps with #EntertainmentReport with Heather Brooker, covering Glen Powell’s new movie How To Make a Killing, the realities of stand up comedy portrayed in Is This Thing On, I Can Only Imagine 2, and Heather’s personal reflections on working with Eric Dane during her time connected to Grey’s Anatomy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can social media be addictive, or just lead to “problematic use”? This week, the sōsh team breaks down Instagram's recent courtroom testimony on that topic, where people are claiming personal injury from social media. This episode explores that and looks at the psychology behind infinite scroll and what addiction really means. We unpack where responsibility lies: platforms, parents, or all of us? The team also talks about screen time and reviews their own, live and on the spot!Content note: Discussion of mental health, social media addiction, and legal issues related to Instagram.Want seconds of Social Soup? Then be sure to rate, subscribe, and share the show!Connect with Michelle on LinkedIn: ⁠linkedin.com/in/michelledattilio ⁠Learn more about sōsh: visit our website and reach out! ⁠getsosh.com ⁠ 

Parents and experts have claimed for years that social media is addictive and damaging to children's mental health. Now, a lawsuit against Meta and YouTube in L.A. wants to prove big tech knew about these risks.Advocates are calling this Big Tech's "Big Tobacco's moment" because the outcome of the trial will set a precedent for thousands of other cases, could result in billions of dollars in payouts, and changes to how social media platforms are allowed to operate.

Host John Beckner sits down with Jeffrey Bratberg, PharmD, FAPhA, clinical professor of pharmacy practice and clinical research at the University of Rhode Island (URI) College of Pharmacy, and Michelle Caetano, PharmD, grant coordinator at the URI College of Pharmacy, to discuss the founding of Pharmacy Bridge — a one-stop resource for pharmacists to find state-specific laws and data related to administering care for opioid use disorder. 

Episode 783: Neal and Toby recap Mark Zuckerberg's testimony in the landmark trial on social media addiction. Then, a debate arises between state law and federal law on the allowance of prediction markets. Also, India's AI summit draws some of the biggest names in tech as the country hopes to become a beacon of the newest frontier. Meanwhile, Neal shares his favorite numbers on NYC birth rates, a Louver scandal, and a tax provision that is bringing horse racing back.  Learn more about FlavCity at https://go.shopflavcity.com/mbds  Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note⁠⁠⁠  Watch Morning Brew Daily Here:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Mark Zuckerberg and Meta face a jury trial over whether their products are addictive. Georgia father on trial, accused of giving son rifle before school shooting. Olympic update. One-Hit Wonder Wednesday. Colbert slams CBS for canning interview with Trump critic. U.S. and Iran tout progress in nuclear talks as supreme leader warns Trump over military buildup. 6 skiers rescued, 9 still missing after avalanche near Lake Tahoe. 

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-X is facing yet another investigation into Grok's reported creation of nonconsensual sexual images on the platform. Ireland's Data Protection Commission has announced an inquiry into X regarding the harmful, intimate images and processing of EU and EEA individuals' personal data — including children. -The European Commission has opened an investigation into low-cost fast fashion retailer Shein. EC officials are concerned about the sale of illegal products, including child sexual abuse material, as well as the potentially addictive design of its shopping experience. -Apple is planning a major update for its Podcasts app. The app now supports the company's HTTP Live Streaming video technology. Previously, it only streamed video in various formats like MOV, MP4 and M4V. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The European Commission has opened a formal investigation into Shein over suspicions that the online retail giant has violated the EU's Digital Services Act. The probe comes months after the online retail giant came under fire for allowing child-like sex dolls to be sold on its site. But first, France is inching closer to finalising a massive deal over the sale of 114 Rafale fighter jets to India, as French President Emmanuel Macron kicks off his three-day visit. 

Is social media addictive by design or just irresistible entertainment? The panel tackles the lawsuit that's dragging tech giants onto the witness stand and how surveillance tech is quietly expanding while lawmakers and users scramble to catch up. Jury told that Meta, Google 'engineered addiction' at landmark US trial Instagram Chief Says Social Media Is Not 'Clinically Addictive' in Landmark Trial Section 230 turns 30 as it faces its biggest tests yet Meta apparently thinks we're too distracted to care about facial recognition and Ray-Bans Amazon Ring's Super Bowl ad sparks backlash amid fears of mass surveillance Ring cancels its partnership with Flock Safety after surveillance backlash TikTok is tracking you, even if you don't use the app. Discord backtracks on controversial age verification rollout...kind of Discord/Twitch/Snapchat age verification bypass The DJI Romo robovac had security so poor that this man remotely accessed thousands of them HP's laptop subscriptions are a great deal — for HP FTC Ratchets Up Microsoft Probe, Queries Rivals on Cloud, AI T-Mobile announces its network is now full of AI by rolling out real-time translation Apple's latest attempt to launch the new Siri runs into snags SpaceX Prioritizes Lunar 'Self-Growing City' Over Mars Project, Musk Says Elon Musk declares victory with Medicaid data release Waymo Is Getting DoorDashers to Close Doors on Self Driving Cars Backblaze Drive Stats for 2025 $1.8 million MST3K Kickstarter brings in (almost) everyone from the old show OpenAI Is Nuking Its 4o Model. China's ChatGPT Fans Aren't OK Hideki Sato, designer of all Sega's consoles, has died Byte magazine artist Robert Tinney, who illustrated the birth of PCs, dies at 78 Launching The Rural Guaranteed Minimum Income Initiative Host: Leo Laporte Guests: Wesley Faulkner, Stacey Higginbotham, and Thomas Germain Download or subscribe to This Week in Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-tech Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: zscaler.com/security monarch.com with code TWIT ZipRecruiter.com/twit helixsleep.com/twit cachefly.com/twit

Is social media addictive by design or just irresistible entertainment? The panel tackles the lawsuit that's dragging tech giants onto the witness stand and how surveillance tech is quietly expanding while lawmakers and users scramble to catch up. Jury told that Meta, Google 'engineered addiction' at landmark US trial Instagram Chief Says Social Media Is Not 'Clinically Addictive' in Landmark Trial Section 230 turns 30 as it faces its biggest tests yet Meta apparently thinks we're too distracted to care about facial recognition and Ray-Bans Amazon Ring's Super Bowl ad sparks backlash amid fears of mass surveillance Ring cancels its partnership with Flock Safety after surveillance backlash TikTok is tracking you, even if you don't use the app. Discord backtracks on controversial age verification rollout...kind of Discord/Twitch/Snapchat age verification bypass The DJI Romo robovac had security so poor that this man remotely accessed thousands of them HP's laptop subscriptions are a great deal — for HP FTC Ratchets Up Microsoft Probe, Queries Rivals on Cloud, AI T-Mobile announces its network is now full of AI by rolling out real-time translation Apple's latest attempt to launch the new Siri runs into snags SpaceX Prioritizes Lunar 'Self-Growing City' Over Mars Project, Musk Says Elon Musk declares victory with Medicaid data release Waymo Is Getting DoorDashers to Close Doors on Self Driving Cars Backblaze Drive Stats for 2025 $1.8 million MST3K Kickstarter brings in (almost) everyone from the old show OpenAI Is Nuking Its 4o Model. China's ChatGPT Fans Aren't OK Hideki Sato, designer of all Sega's consoles, has died Byte magazine artist Robert Tinney, who illustrated the birth of PCs, dies at 78 Launching The Rural Guaranteed Minimum Income Initiative Host: Leo Laporte Guests: Wesley Faulkner, Stacey Higginbotham, and Thomas Germain Download or subscribe to This Week in Tech at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-tech Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: zscaler.com/security monarch.com with code TWIT ZipRecruiter.com/twit helixsleep.com/twit cachefly.com/twit

Is social media addictive? That's the question at the heart of a trial underway right now in Los Angeles, where a woman who is now 20 years old is suing, claiming that social media is addictive and purposely so. Her case is serving as a bellwether to help decide what should happen with thousands of other similar lawsuits. Earlier this week, Fox News Rundown host Jessica Rosenthal spoke to Maurine Molak, whose son committed suicide after intense cyberbullying through apps he couldn't stop using Molak explained how she thinks her son got addicted … and how that addiction changed his behavior. She also explained why she believes big tech companies are intentionally trying to get users hooked – no matter their age – and that attempts at parental controls and safety features for minors are not working. We often must cut interviews short during the week, but we thought you might like to hear the full interview. Today on Fox News Rundown Extra, we will share our entire interview with Maurine Molak. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is social media addictive? That's the question at the heart of a trial underway right now in Los Angeles, where a woman who is now 20 years old is suing, claiming that social media is addictive and purposely so. Her case is serving as a bellwether to help decide what should happen with thousands of other similar lawsuits. Earlier this week, Fox News Rundown host Jessica Rosenthal spoke to Maurine Molak, whose son committed suicide after intense cyberbullying through apps he couldn't stop using Molak explained how she thinks her son got addicted … and how that addiction changed his behavior. She also explained why she believes big tech companies are intentionally trying to get users hooked – no matter their age – and that attempts at parental controls and safety features for minors are not working. We often must cut interviews short during the week, but we thought you might like to hear the full interview. Today on Fox News Rundown Extra, we will share our entire interview with Maurine Molak. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is social media addictive? That's the question at the heart of a trial underway right now in Los Angeles, where a woman who is now 20 years old is suing, claiming that social media is addictive and purposely so. Her case is serving as a bellwether to help decide what should happen with thousands of other similar lawsuits. Earlier this week, Fox News Rundown host Jessica Rosenthal spoke to Maurine Molak, whose son committed suicide after intense cyberbullying through apps he couldn't stop using Molak explained how she thinks her son got addicted … and how that addiction changed his behavior. She also explained why she believes big tech companies are intentionally trying to get users hooked – no matter their age – and that attempts at parental controls and safety features for minors are not working. We often must cut interviews short during the week, but we thought you might like to hear the full interview. Today on Fox News Rundown Extra, we will share our entire interview with Maurine Molak. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thursday 5pm Hour: On the DeRush-Hour Jason goes "In Depth" with Blois Olson - how do we make businesses whole after the ICE surge? Then will the Twins new "Happy Hour" program get you back to the ballpark? And Instagram's boss says social media isn't clinically "addictive" and Jason thinks he agrees.

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Gary and Shannon break down the landmark big tech trial where Instagram's CEO claimed social media is not "clinically addictive" and insisted the platform never prioritized profits over young users. Then, they reflect on the passing of James Van Der Beek, the GoFundMe supporting his family, and the alarming rise of colorectal cancer in younger people. Plus, Michael Monks and Chris Merrill join the show — in-person and by phone — to talk about their new program, Monks & Merrill, and stick around for a rapid-fire question round.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This Day in Legal History: Opium is Prohibited in the USOn February 9, 1909, the United States took its first significant federal step toward regulating narcotics when Congress passed a law banning the importation of opium for non-medical purposes. The act, officially titled “An Act to Prohibit the Importation and Use of Opium for Other Than Medicinal Purposes,” marked the beginning of a century-long evolution in American drug policy. While opium had long been associated with addiction and social issues—particularly in Chinese immigrant communities—prior regulation had occurred mostly at the state and local levels. This federal statute aimed to curb both domestic consumption and the growing international trade in opium, which had become a concern for moral reformers, physicians, and public officials.The 1909 law was as much a product of racialized anxieties and diplomatic concerns as it was a health policy. U.S. officials were influenced by the growing global temperance movement and international agreements like those discussed at the International Opium Commission in Shanghai that same year. Domestically, the law paved the way for a broader federal role in drug control, leading to later landmark legislation such as the Harrison Narcotics Tax Act of 1914. It also helped define narcotics as a matter of federal concern rather than simply a moral or local issue.While the 1909 statute was limited in scope—it did not criminalize possession or use, only importation—it established the principle that Congress could regulate substances in the interest of public health and welfare. That principle would be expanded in later decades as the War on Drugs developed. The opium ban illustrates how early 20th-century American legal policy began to intertwine with international diplomacy, race, and evolving conceptions of public health.A landmark trial began this week in a California state court to determine whether Instagram and YouTube can be held liable for allegedly harming a young woman's mental health through addictive platform design. The plaintiff, a 20-year-old woman identified as K.G.M., claims that Meta (parent company of Instagram and Facebook) and Google (which owns YouTube) designed their platforms in a way that fostered addiction from a young age, contributing to her depression and suicidal ideation. Her legal team argues the companies were negligent, failed to provide warnings, and that the platforms substantially contributed to her psychological harm.A verdict in her favor could open the door for thousands of similar lawsuits currently pending against major tech firms like Meta, Google, Snap, and TikTok. Notably, Snap and TikTok settled with the plaintiff before trial, while Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is expected to testify. The defense plans to emphasize external influences in K.G.M.'s life and highlight efforts they've made around youth safety.The case challenges longstanding U.S. legal protections under Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act, which generally shields internet companies from liability for user-generated content. However, if the jury accepts the argument that the harm stems from platform design rather than content, it could weaken those defenses. Parallel legal battles are underway, including over 2,300 federal lawsuits and a separate trial in New Mexico where Meta is accused of enabling child sexual exploitation.Instagram, YouTube addiction trial kicks off in Los Angeles | ReutersThe Trump administration has appealed a federal court ruling that requires the U.S. Department of Transportation to release frozen funding for the $16 billion Hudson Tunnel Project, which aims to upgrade vital rail infrastructure connecting New York and New Jersey. Judge Jeannette Vargas issued a preliminary injunction ordering the unfreezing of the funds after officials from both states warned that construction would cease due to lack of financing. The administration filed a notice of appeal two days later.The funding had been halted in September pending a review of the project's adherence to new federal restrictions on race- and sex-based criteria in contracting. According to a source, Trump recently proposed unfreezing the money if Democrats agreed to rename Washington Dulles Airport and New York's Penn Station after him—an offer that was widely condemned.The Hudson Tunnel, which was damaged during Hurricane Sandy in 2012, remains a critical piece of rail infrastructure, handling over 200,000 passengers and 425 trains each day. The Gateway Development Commission, which oversees the project, expressed readiness to resume work once funding is reinstated. Approximately $2 billion of the $15 billion federal allocation—approved under the Biden administration—has already been spent.Trump administration appeals ruling on releasing New York City tunnel funds | ReutersA divided panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit upheld the Trump administration's policy of mandating detention without bond for individuals arrested during immigration enforcement operations. The 2-1 decision is the first appellate ruling to affirm the policy, despite widespread opposition from hundreds of lower-court judges across the country who have deemed it unlawful. The ruling applies to Texas and Louisiana, states that hold the largest populations of immigration detainees.The policy relies on an expanded interpretation of the term “applicants for admission” under federal immigration law. Traditionally applied to individuals arriving at the border, the Department of Homeland Security argued in 2025 that it also applies to undocumented individuals already residing in the U.S. This interpretation was adopted by the Board of Immigration Appeals and made mandatory by immigration judges nationwide.The case before the court involved two Mexican nationals, Victor Buenrostro-Mendez and Jose Padron Covarrubias, who had previously persuaded lower courts they were wrongly denied bond hearings. The appeals court reversed those rulings, with Judge Edith Jones writing that the statute's plain text supported the administration's view. Judge Dana Douglas dissented, arguing that the interpretation stretched beyond what Congress intended in the 1996 immigration law.Other circuit courts are expected to weigh in on similar challenges, and the issue may ultimately reach the U.S. Supreme Court.US appeals court upholds Trump's immigration detention policy | ReutersA federal appeals court has denied the Trump administration's request to delay proceedings in its appeal to reinstate executive orders targeting four major U.S. law firms. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit ruled that the cases—challenging orders against Perkins Coie, WilmerHale, Jenner & Block, and Susman Godfrey—will move forward and be combined with a related appeal involving attorney Mark Zaid's revoked government security clearance.The Justice Department had sought to postpone the law firm appeals until after the Zaid case was decided, a move that could have delayed resolution for months. But the court rejected that approach, siding with the law firms, which argued they deserved a timely judgment on whether the government unlawfully targeted them.Trump's executive orders accused the firms of using the legal system against him and criticized their diversity policies, directing the government to strip them of security access and limit their interactions with federal agencies. Four federal judges previously struck down the orders as unconstitutional, finding they violated free speech and due process rights. The administration is now appealing both those rulings and the one involving Zaid.Trump administration loses bid to delay appeals over law firm executive orders | Reuters This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

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European Commission said today that the platform had been guilty of multiple violations of the EU's Digital Services Act. Our reporter Sally Ann Barrett has been asking people in Athlone about their own TikTok habits and we hear from Our Europe Editor Tony Connelly.

A landmark lawsuit that accuses social media companies of intentionally designing their platforms to be addictive — and causing harm to children and teenagers' mental health — is in court this week in Los Angeles.The defendants in this case are Meta and YouTube, both of which dispute the allegations. Snap and TikTok both settled in advance of the trial.Some are calling this social media's "Big Tobacco" moment. Eric Goldman, co-director of the High Tech Law Institute at Santa Clara University, discusses this as well as a series of lawsuits against the social media giants.

A landmark lawsuit that accuses social media companies of intentionally designing their platforms to be addictive — and causing harm to children and teenagers' mental health — is in court this week in Los Angeles.The defendants in this case are Meta and YouTube, both of which dispute the allegations. Snap and TikTok both settled in advance of the trial.Some are calling this social media's "Big Tobacco" moment. Eric Goldman, co-director of the High Tech Law Institute at Santa Clara University, discusses this as well as a series of lawsuits against the social media giants.

Often, apps begin with noble intentions of “connection” or “education.” While they promise to be different, they inevitably resort to classic tactics for maximum engagement: streaks, coins, leaderboards, FOMO, and notifications. In this episode, Kelly uncovers this trend using Duolingo and Zigazoo as examples. This trend of app devolution is important for parents to understand. You may not be able to keep track of every app update, but you know your child, and you can recognize when something has changed. Articles referenced: Brave Parenting Guide to Duolingo Brave Parenting Guide to Zigazoo TED Talk: How to Make Learning as Addictive as Social Media How Machine Learning Supercharged Our Revenue by Millions (Duolingo Blog) Scripture referenced: 1 Thes 5:4-6 1 Thes 5:19-21 1 Peter 5:8 Matt 18:8-9 ⇒ DOWNLOAD: App Evaluation & Test Everything Guide Book a Speaking Event!! Buy the NEWLY UPDATED book: Managing Media Creating Character (2024 Revised & Updated) Get Kelly’s new Study Guide & Workbook, with video teachings for small groups. Check out our brand new Brave Parenting Merch Sign up for the Brave Bullet Points newsletter! This helps us communicate what’s happening without social media – a win for everyone!

A court case will decide whether Tik Tok is too addictive to survive, and we explore that with experts and users. Plus, what are police trained to do during a conflict with unarmed citizens, and how to know if the video you're watching on social media is legitimate.

A court case will decide whether Tik Tok is too addictive to survive, and we explore that with experts and users. Plus, what are police trained to do during a conflict with unarmed citizens, and how to know if the video you're watching on social media is legitimate.

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A court case will decide whether Tik Tok is too addictive to survive, and we explore that with experts and users. Plus, what are police trained to do during a conflict with unarmed citizens, and how to know if the video you're watching on social media is legitimate.

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#134: On today's episode, Dr. Sara Siavoshi, triple board certified neurologist and founder of Dr Brain Rx, jumps on the podcast to share all you need to know about GLP-1s. Sara shares her own personal journey, how she went from treating patients with severe health issues to starting her own GLP-1 clinic, and the TRUTH about peptides like Ozempic, Tirzeptide, and NAD+. The girls get into:Sara's journey from treating severe neurological conditions to opening a GLP-1 clinicHan's personal experience with tirzepatide and NAD+What “reducing food noise” actually means — mentally and physicallyDopamine loops, addictive patterns, and how GLP-1s impact the brainThe complicated truths around eating disorders and what real healing can look likeDebunking fear-mongering, clickbait headlines, and misinformation around GLP-1sThe health benefits of microdosing GLP-1sNAD+ explained — what it does and why it mattersPeptide FAQs: what they are, how they work, and the different typesWhy routines matter for high-achieving, high-capacity womenUnapologetic honesty around wanting to look good, feel good, and stay healthyThe girls also get into:The pros and cons of being raised in a religious householdKeeping promises to yourself and staying committed to long-term goalsThe truth about motherhood and choiceHow to stay grounded, balanced, and sane as a high-achieving womanIf you've been curious about GLP-1s, confused by the headlines, or craving a more honest, grounded conversation about health, confidence, healing, and weight loss... this episode is for you.USE CODE HAN for a discount on your first order on DR BRAIN RX hereSHOP TIRZEPATIDE (GLP-1) hereSHOP NAD+ hereSHOP GLOW (beauty peptide) hereSHOP CJC/Ipamorelin (muscle peptide) hereCONNECT BELOW:follow Sara ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠follow Dr Brain Rx hereSHOP DR BRAIN RX hereCONNECT with HAN:follow Han ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠follow HOW I SEE IT ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠shop the podcast merch ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠work with Han: howhanseesit@gmail.com

In this episode, Lisa explores how addiction and compulsion extend far beyond substances to include any behavior that offers short-term relief at the cost of long-term freedom. Drawing on Gabor Maté's framework and her own lived experience, she unpacks how dieting, restriction, productivity, and people-pleasing can quietly become addictive coping strategies that create an illusion of safety and control. Lisa introduces the concept of “dieting addiction” and addiction transfer, explaining how food restriction can be just as reinforcing as overeating, and why these patterns can live in the brain as learned responses to stress. With raw honesty, she shares her own breakdown and eating disorder diagnosis, and broadens the lens to include socially rewarded addictions like caffeine use and workaholism. Topics Include:Compulsion and AddictionDieting and RestrictionAddiction TransferGrief, Slowing Down, and Support[0:56] Lisa begins this episode by checking in with herself the way she does with all of her guests. She shares her feeling of nervousness and excitement about recording the solo episode. Lisa realized she has approached her solo podcast series with a habitual sense of urgency to get to the end of her notes and finish the chapter. She describes the urgency as similar to the pressure one might feel to lose weight quickly, even when there's no real timeframe.[8:05] Lisa explains that her current intentional weight loss experience has triggered memories and trauma from her previous extreme weight loss. For Lisa to properly convey the depth and gravity of her current experience, she feels it's essential to first provide the context of her past struggles with dieting addiction.[14:41] Lisa presents a model comparing the physical actions of dieting with the psychological rewards. Lisa explains that on the surface, it looks like discipline and willpower, but psychologically, it can be an addiction where the person feels they can't not engage in the behavior out of fear. Lisa talks about how this demonstrates how the brain can equate not eating with stress relief and safety, making it difficult to stop dieting even when consciously desired.[29:48] Lisa explains that proponents of intuitive eating argue that food addiction isn't real, as addictive-like behaviors are often a direct result of either physical or mental restriction. Lisa partially agrees but maintains that for some, including herself, the behavior is a byproduct of the hippocampus storing the memory that food alleviates stress, making it a "drug of choice" independent of dieting. [50:31] Lisa discusses  that one doesn't need to have a formal diagnosis to address addictive behaviors and reclaim personal power. The key is to pay attention to the relationship with a behavior, not the behavior itself. Lisa explains that addiction is present when you feel you can't not do something, rather than choosing to do it freely.[54:48] Lisa talks about how society rewards other addictive behaviors, such as extreme weight loss and workaholism, creating "high-functioning" addicts who appear successful but are internally struggling. Lisa explains that creating safety often requires slowing down, which may mean accomplishing less. [1:12:18] Lisa closes this episode by discussing grief in the process and how one may need to grieve the identity of being a person who "does it all" to prioritize well-being. She compares the process to sitting shiva and when grieving old habits or identities, it is valid to allow oneself to be supported and cared for by others.*The views of podcast guests do not necessarily reflect the views and beliefs of Lisa Schlosberg or Out of the Cave, LLC.LISA IS NOW ACCEPTING: One-on-One Clients!⁠Purchase the OOTC book of 50 Journal Prompts⁠⁠Leave Questions and Feedback for Lisa via OOTC Pod Feedback Form ⁠Email Lisa: ⁠lisa@lisaschlosberg.com⁠⁠Out of the Cave Merch⁠ - For 10% off use code SCHLOS10Lisa's Socials: Instagram⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠ ⁠YouTube⁠

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