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How much technology should kids really be using at school? In this episode of the ScreenStrong Families Podcast, Melanie Hempe and Dr. Stacey explore the growing use of screens, Chromebooks, tablets, educational apps, and AI in schools—and ask the question every parent should be asking: Is technology actually helping our children learn?You'll learn why the issue isn't simply “technology is good or bad,” but what technology is replacing. Are screens replacing books, handwriting, play, movement, teacher interaction, conversation, or creative problem-solving?Melanie and Dr. Stacey discuss:Healthy screen time and technology use at schoolWhy teacher interaction and relationships matterTechnology use and young childrenWhat kids need to learn before AI does the work for themHow parents can ask schools better questions about classroom technologyPractical ways to create a more human-centered learning environmentTechnology is a tool—not the foundation. The child is the foundation.If you're concerned about kids and screens, technology in schools, digital learning, or AI in education, this episode will give you practical insights and questions you can take to your child's school.Support the showDon't forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a review if you enjoy the episode. Your feedback helps us bring you more of the content you love. Stay Strong!Get your copy of the BRAND NEW Adventures of Super Brain book!Start your ScreenStrong Journey today!Check out our Kids' Brains & Screens products.Want to help spread the ScreenStrong message to your community? Consider becoming a ScreenStrong Ambassador!ScreenStrong Tech RecommendationsCanopy—Device Filter (use code STRONG for discount)Production Team:Host: Melanie HempeProducer & Audio Editor: Olivia Kernekin
There is SO much health and wellness advice online—and a lot of it sounds convincing because it uses words like “hormones,” “detox,” and “inflammation.” But just because something is trending doesn't mean it's actually necessary for your health.In this episode, I'm breaking down some of the biggest wellness myths I wish women would stop feeling pressured to follow. From going gluten- and dairy-free to detox teas, seed cycling, hormone-balancing supplements, food sensitivity tests, low-carb diets, intermittent fasting, and the idea that “normal” labs automatically mean you're healthy.We'll talk about what actually deserves your attention, where some of these trends came from, and why your health should be personalized instead of dictated by the latest TikTok trend.In this episode, we'll cover:Whether everyone really needs to be gluten- or dairy-freeWhy detox teas aren't the answerThe truth about seed cycling and “hormone-balancing” foodsWhy I don't believe everyone needs hormone-balancing supplementsWhat you should know about food sensitivity testingWhether women actually need to avoid carbohydratesThe pros and cons of intermittent fastingWhy “normal” blood work doesn't always tell the whole storyThe biggest wellness myth of all: that you have to be perfect to be healthyMy goal isn't to tell you that every wellness trend is completely useless. It's to help you understand when something actually makes sense for you—and when you're just spending money, restricting your diet, or creating unnecessary stress.Because wellness should make your life better, not smaller.
Originally aired: March, 2022Melanie welcomes back Dr. Richard Freed, author of Wired Child and a practicing Clinical Psychologist and supervisor studying the effects of technology on children. He is on the advisory board of ScreenStrong and is a contributor to many well-respected publications. A link to Dr. Freed's article, The Tech Industry's War on Kids, is included in the show notes. Melanie asks Richard to provide our listeners his perspective on frequently asked questions from parents related to screens in the classroom, how to modify and/or request help with reducing screen use for homework, how to request a support letter for an in-school accommodation for your child, and one of the most difficult questions to answer, what to say to your child that is struggling with addictive behaviors. Their discussion addresses how technology has changed the school experience and learning opportunities for our children, which have significantly impacted children's development of Social Emotional Learning (SEL), which encompasses the growth of personal identity, communication, empathy, and healthy connections with parents, teachers, and coaches within the overall community setting. Lastly, Melanie and Richard provide an overview of tips pulled from their conversation today with an emphasis on strong parenting, reducing screens in schools, and re-establishing the strong guidance and love our kids need from us from elementary through high school and beyond. REFERENCES: The Tech Industry's War on Kids by Dr. Richard FreedSupport the showDon't forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a review if you enjoy the episode. Your feedback helps us bring you more of the content you love. Stay Strong!Get your copy of the BRAND NEW Adventures of Super Brain book!Start your ScreenStrong Journey today!Check out our Kids' Brains & Screens products.Want to help spread the ScreenStrong message to your community? Consider becoming a ScreenStrong Ambassador!ScreenStrong Tech RecommendationsCanopy—Device Filter (use code STRONG for discount)Production Team:Host: Melanie HempeProducer & Audio Editor: Olivia Kernekin
In this episode, I'm sharing my 10 personal health non-negotiables—the simple habits that keep me feeling energized, strong, grounded, and healthy without making wellness feel restrictive or overwhelming.We'll talk about why I prioritize protein, morning sunlight, walking, quality sleep, strength training, gut health, hydration, stress management, regular blood work, and—one of the most underrated ones—boundaries.I'll also share how I balance these habits with real life, because being healthy doesn't mean eating perfectly, never going out, or saying no to everything fun. It's about creating a strong foundation that allows you to enjoy your life, too.In this episode, we'll cover:Why protein is one of my biggest nutrition prioritiesThe simple morning habit that supports my energy and sleepWhy walking is one of my favorite forms of movementHow I prioritize sleep and recoveryWhy strength training matters for womenHow I support my gut healthWhy I believe in knowing your blood workThe ways I manage stress in real lifeMy approach to hydration and electrolytesWhy setting boundaries is actually a health habitYou don't need to do everything perfectly. These are simply the habits I consistently come back to—and the foundation that allows me to live a healthy life without feeling like I have to live a perfect one.
In this episode, Melanie and Dr. Stacey explore how teachers and parents can collaborate to create a phone-free school environment. Teachers can support the policy by using research-backed education, setting an example with their own phone use, and staying alert to signs of phone overuse, like distracted behavior and declining grades. Parents play a crucial role by supporting the school's efforts, limiting contact with kids during school hours, and encouraging phone-free days.For parents wanting to go further, we'll also discuss becoming a Phone-Free Champion in your school, organizing fun, tech-free activities that encourage socializing and new hobbies.Tune in to learn how phone-free schools can help students stay focused, build friendships, and feel more connected.Download our Phone-Free School Resource Guide.Support the showDon't forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a review if you enjoy the episode. Your feedback helps us bring you more of the content you love. Stay Strong!Get your copy of the BRAND NEW Adventures of Super Brain book!Start your ScreenStrong Journey today!Check out our Kids' Brains & Screens products.Want to help spread the ScreenStrong message to your community? Consider becoming a ScreenStrong Ambassador!ScreenStrong Tech RecommendationsCanopy—Device Filter (use code STRONG for discount)Production Team:Host: Melanie HempeProducer & Audio Editor: Olivia Kernekin
If you woke up tomorrow struggling with acne, bloating, fatigue, hormone imbalances, or just feeling "off," where would you even begin?With so much conflicting health advice online, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and unsure of what actually matters. In this episode, I'm sharing the exact step-by-step approach I'd take if I had to start my own health journey from scratch.As a Doctor of Pharmacy and Functional Medicine Practitioner, I'm walking you through the order I recommend focusing on your health—from building a strong foundation with nutrition and lifestyle habits to understanding your body's symptoms, getting the right blood work, supporting your gut, and knowing when supplements or functional testing are actually necessary.We'll cover: The biggest mistakes people make when starting their health journey Why you shouldn't jump straight to supplements How to identify patterns in your symptoms The blood work I recommend starting with Lifestyle habits that make the biggest impact When to consider gut health and hormone testing A simple roadmap to help you stop guessing and start making informed decisions Whether you're just beginning your wellness journey or feel like you've tried everything without getting answers, this episode will help you simplify the process and focus on what truly moves the needle.Because healing isn't about doing everything at once—it's about doing the right things in the right order.
Send us Fan MailWhat does it mean to raise healthy, resilient kids in a world shaped by AI, social media, and constant digital connection?In this episode of Wedgwood's Coffee Break Conversation, host Hillary Kirkendall is joined by Brina Tiemeyer, Wedgwood's Senior Director of Behavioral Health and Community Services, and Chris McKenna, Founder & CEO of Protect Young Eyes and author of Five Habits of the Tech-Ready Family.Together, they explore how artificial intelligence and social media are changing childhood, why today's technology presents unique challenges for developing minds, and what parents can do to help children build healthy digital habits without leading from fear.From AI companions and media literacy to resilience, critical thinking, and the importance of real-life relationships, Chris and Brina offer practical guidance for parents, caregivers, educators, and anyone invested in helping young people thrive in an increasingly digital world.Most importantly, they remind us that technology isn't the villain...passive use is. By leading with curiosity, modeling healthy habits, and prioritizing relationships over rules, families can navigate today's digital landscape with confidence and hope.Whether you're parenting young children, raising teens, working with youth, or simply trying to develop healthier technology habits yourself, this conversation offers practical wisdom, encouragement, and a hopeful reminder that meaningful connection still matters most.LINKS & INFO:• Protect Young Eyes• 5 Habits of the Tech-Ready Family by Chris McKenna• Wedgwood's Website• Learn More About Coffee Break ConversationSupport the showDon't forget to subscribe to stay up-to-date on the latest episodes!
The wellness industry is full of products, gadgets, and trends promising to transform your health, but are they actually worth the investment?In this episode, I'm sharing my honest opinion as a functional medicine practitioner on the wellness trends I think deserve the hype—and the ones I believe are overrated. From red light therapy and saunas to protein, creatine, Pilates, blood work, air purifiers, and water filters, I'm breaking down what I'd personally spend my own money on and why.We'll also talk about some of the biggest wellness fads that I think are overhyped, so you can stop wasting money on things that don't move the needle and start focusing on the habits that truly support your health.Whether you're just starting your wellness journey or looking to invest more intentionally, this episode will help you separate evidence-based strategies from expensive marketing.In this episode, we'll cover: The wellness habits I think are worth investing in Why blood work is one of the best health investments you can make My thoughts on red light therapy, saunas, Pilates, and creatine The importance of prioritizing protein and quality sleep Whether air purifiers and water filters are worth it Wellness trends I think are overrated How to build a healthier lifestyle without spending a fortune Because the truth is, the healthiest people aren't necessarily buying every new wellness gadget, they're consistently doing the basics really well.
Originally aired November 8, 2023.In this episode, Melanie has a very special guest—her daughter, Melissa! In this episode, we will hear how Melissa feels about growing up without social media or a smartphone. They discuss an overview of teen brain science, what makes social media irresistible for teens, the risks for teen girls, and end with some practical tips for parents. You will enjoy the candid nature of this conversation and will be inspired to make some changes in your home!Support the showDon't forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a review if you enjoy the episode. Your feedback helps us bring you more of the content you love. Stay Strong!Get your copy of the BRAND NEW Adventures of Super Brain book!Start your ScreenStrong Journey today!Check out our Kids' Brains & Screens products.Want to help spread the ScreenStrong message to your community? Consider becoming a ScreenStrong Ambassador!ScreenStrong Tech RecommendationsCanopy—Device Filter (use code STRONG for discount)Production Team:Host: Melanie HempeProducer & Audio Editor: Olivia Kernekin
Whether it's a date night, vacation, wedding, or girls' night out, alcohol is a part of many people's lives—but can you still prioritize your health while enjoying a drink?In this episode, I'm sharing exactly what I do before, during, and after drinking alcohol as a functional medicine practitioner. We'll talk about how alcohol affects your hormones, gut health, sleep, blood sugar, and recovery, along with simple, realistic strategies to help you feel your best without obsessing over perfection.We'll cover: Is alcohol ever "healthy"? My personal approach to drinking Why I never drink on an empty stomach The best food to eat before a night out My go-to alcohol choices Hydration and electrolyte tips How I recover the next day The biggest mistakes people make after drinking This isn't about eliminating alcohol or encouraging it—it's about making informed choices, supporting your body, and remembering that one night out doesn't define your health. Because true wellness is built through consistency, not perfection.Support the showDon't forget to follow me on instagram and tiktok: @dr.kristinatelhami to see more of my content! You can also visit my website drkristinatelhami.com to read my blog posts and see what else I offer!
Send us Fan MailShow: Club Sabroso Presents: “Resilience Sessions Radio"Episode: #101Host: JOY MARQUEZ | IG: @joy_marquez_official Guest: FER GALVZ | IG: @fergalvzofficialAir Date: July 25Follow the Crew on: IG: @clubsabrosoradio, @resilience_sessionsListen Online: ClubSabrosoRadio.com or TuneIn AppABOUT THIS EPISODE: Deep grooves, hypnotic rhythms, and atmospheric house vibes. Fer delivers a refined, underground experience built for sunset sessions and late-night movement.Support the showDon't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Powered by the Club Sabroso Radio NetworkFollow IG/FB: @CLUBSABROSORADIO24/7 Live Stream at: WWW.CLUBSABROSORADIO.COM
Send us Fan MailClub Sabroso Presents: "UNIVERSAL LANGUAGE" By MARLON ACEGet ready as Brooklyn's finest, Marlon takes you on a musical journey packed with Melodic House, Afro House, and Indie Dance. Marlon is well known for his high-energy sets where percussion-forward grooves, cinematic synths, and driving basslines fuse together to tear up the dance floor. With an impeccable track record at iconic New York spots like 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge, Sony Music Hall, and Cielo, he comes ready to take us to another level.Support the showDon't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Powered by the Club Sabroso Radio NetworkFollow IG/FB: @CLUBSABROSORADIO24/7 Live Stream at: WWW.CLUBSABROSORADIO.COM
Send us Fan MailShow: Club Sabroso Presents: “ᑕᗩᗪÊᑎᑕIᗩ EᒪETᖇÓᑎIᑕᗩ"Episode: #033Host: SYLVA DRUMS | IG: @sylvadrumsAir Date: July 26Follow the Crew on: IG: @clubsabrosoradio, @cadenciamusicListen Online: ClubSabrosoRadio.com or TuneIn AppABOUT THIS EPISODE: The host Sylva Drums is taking the decks all the way from Portugal with his energetic sounds of Tribal house beats to your speakers one last time before the clock resets.— SHOW TRACKLIST FOR EP: 033 —1-Bruno Zarra, Charlei Spot – Morena 2-Pablo Fierro – El Carinoso 3-Natema – Music is my Sanity4-Dennis Cruz – Bonito5-David Herrero – Ta bueno Si6-Sasha Ventura – Parfum de Lisbonne 7-Afro Medusa – Pasilda8-Mikel Ayerra – La Marimba 9-Joeski – Dia de Ayer10-F. Physical & The Cube Guys - La Culebra11-Glender – El CieloSupport the showDon't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Powered by the Club Sabroso Radio NetworkFollow IG/FB: @CLUBSABROSORADIO24/7 Live Stream at: WWW.CLUBSABROSORADIO.COM
Send us Fan MailClub Sabroso Presents: "UNIVERSAL LANGUAGE" By MARLON ACEGet ready as Brooklyn's finest, Marlon takes you on a musical journey packed with Melodic House, Afro House, and Indie Dance. Marlon is well known for his high-energy sets where percussion-forward grooves, cinematic synths, and driving basslines fuse together to tear up the dance floor. With an impeccable track record at iconic New York spots like 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge, Sony Music Hall, and Cielo, he comes ready to take us to another level.Support the showDon't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Powered by the Club Sabroso Radio NetworkFollow IG/FB: @CLUBSABROSORADIO24/7 Live Stream at: WWW.CLUBSABROSORADIO.COM
In this episode, I breakdown what a full day of eating looks like for me. I share my favorite breakfast options, easy lunches, dinner and more! I also share what I buy at the grocery store and my favorite brands when I shop. You can find my full grocery shopping guide if you subscribe to my email list at drkristinatelhami.com.Support the showDon't forget to follow me on instagram and tiktok: @dr.kristinatelhami to see more of my content! You can also visit my website drkristinatelhami.com to read my blog posts and see what else I offer!
We are so back! In this episode I share some life updates but dive deep into why living a balanced lifestyle is important. I dive into alcohol, the 80/20 approach, and so much more!Support the showDon't forget to follow me on instagram and tiktok: @dr.kristinatelhami to see more of my content! You can also visit my website drkristinatelhami.com to read my blog posts and see what else I offer!
Today we welcome back Dr. Adriana Stacey, a Board Certified Psychiatrist, for part two of her discussion with Melanie. In this episode they cover why going cold-turkey with screen removal may be the best option for your family and offer tips and tricks for handling addictive behavior.Dr. Stacey's areas of specialty include female mental health treatment, including treatment of depression, anxiety, adult ADHD, insomnia, and sports psychiatry. Support the showDon't forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a review if you enjoy the episode. Your feedback helps us bring you more of the content you love. Stay Strong!Get your copy of the BRAND NEW Adventures of Super Brain book!Start your ScreenStrong Journey today!Check out our Kids' Brains & Screens products.Want to help spread the ScreenStrong message to your community? Consider becoming a ScreenStrong Ambassador!ScreenStrong Tech RecommendationsCanopy—Device Filter (use code STRONG for discount)Production Team:Host: Melanie HempeProducer & Audio Editor: Olivia Kernekin
Do you want to prevent your middle Schooler from becoming dependent on screen time this summer? Join Melanie as she offers practical strategies to Emily, a ScreenStrong Ambassador and concerned middle school mom, to keep tweens engaged and social without resorting to video games or social media. Get inspired and discover how to make this summer a ScreenStrong success for your family!Support the showDon't forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a review if you enjoy the episode. Your feedback helps us bring you more of the content you love. Stay Strong!Get your copy of the BRAND NEW Adventures of Super Brain book!Start your ScreenStrong Journey today!Check out our Kids' Brains & Screens products.Want to help spread the ScreenStrong message to your community? Consider becoming a ScreenStrong Ambassador!ScreenStrong Tech RecommendationsCanopy—Device Filter (use code STRONG for discount)Production Team:Host: Melanie HempeProducer & Audio Editor: Olivia Kernekin
Send us Fan MailWhat happens when faith becomes the heartbeat behind the music? In this episode of Wedgwood's Coffee Break Conversation, host Hillary Kirkendall sits down with Grand Rapids recording artist Steven Malcolm to talk about his journey from a traumatic, fatherless childhood to becoming an award-nominated Christian hip-hop artist whose music has reached millions around the world.Together, they explore how faith, vulnerability, and authentic storytelling have shaped Steven's music, why community and accountability have been essential to his growth, and what it means to use his platform to bring hope to others while staying true to his calling.Drawing from his own experiences with trauma, redemption, fatherhood, and the music industry, Steven shares powerful encouragement for anyone navigating pain, depression, or uncertainty. He reminds listeners that no story is beyond God's ability to redeem.Whether you're a fan of hip-hop, passionate about mental health, raising the next generation, or simply looking for hope in the middle of life's challenges, this conversation offers honesty, encouragement, and a powerful reminder that brokenness doesn't have to be the end of the story.LINKS & INFO:Steven Malcolm's WebsiteSteven Malcolm's InstagramListen to Steven Malcolm on SpotifyWedgwood's WebsiteLearn More about This PodcastSupport the showDon't forget to subscribe to stay up-to-date on the latest episodes!
Fourteen-year-old boys face a tricky gap every June—too old for camp, too young for a job, and just bored enough to default to hours of gaming. Evan Hempe knows the feeling firsthand: he grew up without video games or a smartphone, and in this episode he shares the real list of what filled his summers instead. Funny, candid, and packed with stories from his own backyard, Evan makes the case that a great summer isn't about avoiding screens, it's about going toward something better.In this episode, Evan covers:Why a skill you can never "finish" (music, woodworking, cooking) beats a game that never endsHow starting a small business at 14 builds confidence adults can't teachThe difference between consuming and creating and why people respect bothWhy his most vivid memories are from creeks, ballfields, and rained-out camping trips, not screensWhether you're a parent looking for ideas or a teen wondering what to do with three open months, this episode is the blueprint for a summer worth remembering.Support the showDon't forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a review if you enjoy the episode. Your feedback helps us bring you more of the content you love. Stay Strong!Get your copy of the BRAND NEW Adventures of Super Brain book!Start your ScreenStrong Journey today!Check out our Kids' Brains & Screens products.Want to help spread the ScreenStrong message to your community? Consider becoming a ScreenStrong Ambassador!ScreenStrong Tech RecommendationsCanopy—Device Filter (use code STRONG for discount)Production Team:Host: Melanie HempeProducer & Audio Editor: Olivia Kernekin
If you've been saying you want to buy a business for years, your next move is HERE. Get your ticket to Main Street Millionaire Live and learn how to find deals, evaluate them, finance them, and own the upside: http://info.contrarianthinking.co/msmlbig-deal Already a business owner? Growth Boardroom is where established owners tap in to a real board of advisors to find profit levers to find hidden cash their businesses. Check it out: https://contrarianthinking.biz/bdbr What if everything you think you know about success is wrong? What if the biggest risks aren't reckless, they're required? And what if the person everyone loves to hate is actually the one we should all be studying? Eric Jorgenson spent five years studying Elon Musk and distilled everything into his new book, The Book of Elon. He's the bestselling author of The Almanack of Naval Ravikant and has built a career decoding how the world's most effective people think, operate, and win. In this episode, we break down the exact frameworks Elon uses to build companies that rewrite entire industries, why he takes insane risks that would bankrupt most people, and how his relentless focus on speed, truth, and deletion makes him the most leveraged human alive. In this episode, you'll learn: Why Elon split his last $30 million between SpaceX and Tesla when everyone told him to pick one, and how that decision proved he's mission driven, not money driven The five step algorithm: question requirements, delete, simplify, accelerate, automate, and why doing them out of order wastes millions The idiot index: how to identify parts or processes where you're paying 100x more than the raw materials cost and why aerospace was a thousand to one before SpaceX Why Elon fires fast, moves into factories during production hell, and demands hourly updates on bottlenecks, and how that hardcore culture filters for missionaries Why demos beat PowerPoints every time and how showing physical progress collapses communication gaps and accelerates decisions ___________ (00:00:00) Introduction: The Risk-Seeking Mission-Driven Mindset of Elon Musk (00:01:42) The 2008 Story: When Elon Split His Last 30 Million Between Two Dying Companies (00:05:40) Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway: How Elon Pushes Through Obstacles (00:06:57) Why Elon Is Polarizing: Politics, Billionaires, and the Nerd Who Became Controversial (00:08:33) The Bottleneck Formula: Working on the Right Thing at the Right Time Right Now (00:09:31) Production Hell and Sauron Focus: The Model 3 Story (00:19:11) Hardcore Purpose: The Rage Demon, Torture, and Being Wired for War (00:31:25) The Path to Billionaire Icon: Focus Intensely on What Nobody Else Can Do (00:33:31) Never Burn Bridges: The PayPal Mafia and Founders Fund Investment (00:36:51) The Idiot Index: Why Your Parts Cost 100 Times More Than They Should (00:42:37) Speed Is the Ultimate Advantage: Rejecting the Fast-Cheap-Good Trilema (00:47:57) Empathy at the Mission Level, Not the Individual: The Firing Philosophy (00:53:29) Show Don't Tell: Demos Over Decks and the Power of Physical Progress (01:01:06) The Algorithm: Question, Delete, Simplify, Accelerate, Automate (01:06:44) The One Sentence Onboarding: Be So Good They Talk About You at Dinner (01:11:21) Is Elon Happy? The Storm in His Head and What We Can Learn ___________ MORE FROM BIGDEAL
In Part 2 of Melanie Hempe's conversation with educator and Screen Schooled co-author Joe Clement, they continue unpacking the hidden impact of screens on today's children and classrooms.Building on their previous discussion, Joe shares more insights from his 30+ years as an educator, explaining how constant screen exposure is changing the way kids think, learn, socialize, and engage with the world around them. Together, Melanie and Joe explore why many students struggle with focus, emotional resilience, and meaningful connection—and what parents and educators can do to help.They also discuss the growing momentum behind phone-free schools, the unintended consequences of educational technology, and why understanding the neuroscience of screens is one of the most powerful tools parents can give their children.In this episode, you'll learn:• Why screen-related challenges continue long after the school day ends• How digital distractions impact memory, focus, and academic performance• The connection between excessive screen use and emotional well-being• Why face-to-face interaction is essential for healthy child development• What teachers are seeing firsthand in today's classrooms• How phone-free environments are helping students reconnect and thrive• Why educating kids about their brains can lead to healthier screen habits• Practical ways parents can lead their families toward lasting changeIf you're looking for practical insight, encouragement, and a deeper understanding of how screens are shaping childhood, Part 2 offers valuable perspective—and hope—for families navigating the digital age.Support the showDon't forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a review if you enjoy the episode. Your feedback helps us bring you more of the content you love. Stay Strong!Get your copy of the BRAND NEW Adventures of Super Brain book!Start your ScreenStrong Journey today!Check out our Kids' Brains & Screens products.Want to help spread the ScreenStrong message to your community? Consider becoming a ScreenStrong Ambassador!ScreenStrong Tech RecommendationsCanopy—Device Filter (use code STRONG for discount)Production Team:Host: Melanie HempeProducer & Audio Editor: Olivia Kernekin
This episode of The Teacher Think-Aloud Podcast, hosted by Anna and Shé, features Northeastern University educators Rachel Toncelli and Ilka Kostka, co-authors of Artificial Intelligence, Real Teaching: A Guide to AI in ELT, discussing practical and pedagogical approaches to AI in English language teaching. They address common misconceptions, including fears that AI will replace language learning, and argue that language remains essential for human connection, cultural nuance, and intercultural competence. Rachel and Ilka explain why banning AI doesn't work and emphasize transparency, ongoing classroom dialogue, and using AI as a teaching challenge by having students critically analyze AI output, translations, and AI-generated emails. They also share a 10-category framework for evaluating AI tools based on alignment with learning goals, usability, feedback, bias, privacy, cost, and scalability, and encourage teachers to take small, collaborative, hands-on steps to build AI literacy.
In today's episode, Melanie Hempe sits down with educator and co-author of Screen Schooled, Joe Clement, to unpack what's really happening to kids in today's screen-saturated classrooms—and why so many parents and teachers feel like something has fundamentally changed.Drawing from more than 30 years in the classroom, Joe shares what he began noticing as smartphones and one-to-one devices became common in schools: declining attention spans, weaker social skills, emotional disconnection, and classrooms that grew strangely quiet. Together, Melanie and Joe explore how screens are reshaping childhood, replacing real-world interaction, and interfering with the deep learning and social development kids desperately need.They also dive into the growing movement of phone-free schools, why educational technology has failed to deliver on its promises, and how constant screen exposure is impacting kids academically, emotionally, and socially. Most importantly, this conversation reminds parents that they are not powerless—and that awareness is the first step toward change.In this episode, you'll learn:• What teachers first noticed when smartphones entered the classroom• Why constant screen access destroys attention and deep learning• How screens are replacing real-life social development and connection• Why kids today are struggling more with anxiety, depression, and emotional resilience• The truth about multitasking and what it does to the brain• Why many educators now support phone-free schools• How ed-tech and one-to-one devices have negatively impacted learning outcomes• Why kids often don't realize how screens are affecting their brains• How teaching kids the neuroscience behind screens can empower them• Why parents have more influence and leadership than they realizeIf you've ever felt like your child is distracted, disconnected, or struggling in ways you can't quite explain, this episode will help you better understand what's happening beneath the surface—and why there is still so much hope for change.Support the showDon't forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a review if you enjoy the episode. Your feedback helps us bring you more of the content you love. Stay Strong!Get your copy of the BRAND NEW Adventures of Super Brain book!Start your ScreenStrong Journey today!Check out our Kids' Brains & Screens products.Want to help spread the ScreenStrong message to your community? Consider becoming a ScreenStrong Ambassador!ScreenStrong Tech RecommendationsCanopy—Device Filter (use code STRONG for discount)Production Team:Host: Melanie HempeProducer & Audio Editor: Olivia Kernekin
This conversation with Dr. Dawnmarie Risley-Childs stays with you. Not because it's easy to hear, but because it's real.Dawnmarie shares her story of growing up in severe abuse and how that shaped her path into psychiatry, and eventually into a much deeper kind of healing. What stands out isn't just what she's been through, it's how she talks about responsibility, boundaries, and what it actually takes to move forward when your past feels overwhelming.There's an honest look at things many women in recovery quietly wrestle with. The difference between coping and healing. The weight we carry in our bodies. The complicated truth about family, especially when safety and love don't exist in the same place.You'll also hear a grounded perspective on newer approaches to trauma recovery, including psychedelic-assisted therapy, and why some people turn to it after trying everything else.A few things we get into:• What long-term trauma can do to your sense of self • Why boundaries can feel so uncomfortable, especially with family • The connection between trauma recovery and the body • Letting go of what you've been carrying for years • What real emotional healing can look like over timeThis episode speaks directly to sober women and women in recovery who are doing the deeper work. The kind that goes beyond just removing alcohol and into rebuilding a life that actually feels steady and honest.If you've ever felt stuck in your sobriety journey, or like you've done a lot of work but something still feels heavy, this conversation might land in a meaningful way.About the Host Shelby John is a licensed therapist and founder of Wholistic Living. Through the Confident Sober Women podcast, she explores sobriety, mental health, nervous system regulation, and emotional healing for women building a life after alcohol.Connect with Shelby Website: https://shelbyjohn.com Podcast: Confident Sober WomenSupport the showDon't forget to subscribe, rate & share this episode with a sober woman or someone suffering from anxiety, depression, ADHD, sleep problems and negative thought patterns who needs to hear she is not alone. Oh, and by the way, if you didn't know, my remote Neurofeedback Therapy program is up and running. Learn more here! Learn more about EMDR therapy, EMDR Intensives and Remote Neurofeedback.And if you haven't read my memoir, grab a copy of Recovering in Recovery: The Life-Changing Joy of Sobriety wherever books are sold.
Podcast promotion breaks down to this:Identify who your audience isGo to where they are (online and offline)Make friends with themTell them about your showDon't Overthink itSo a person on Reddit mentioned they wanted to grow their podcast about horror movies.Let's see.... where could I find a bunch of people who like horror movies... if only there was a place where people who like horror MOVIES go. If only......Go to Where They AreSo go to the movie cineplex, if you want to go all out have a t-shirt made for you with your logo and URL on the shirt (see Stickermule), and have some business cards made with your logo and website address, and a QR code (I use switchy for that. It not only makes QR code and a whole lot more but I can track how many times that QR code was used).Then as people are entering the building ask them, "Are you hear to see (scary movie title)?" and if they say "Yes," then give them a card and say "I do a podcast for people just like you."ExpectationsYes, some will throw the card away. Some will put it in their pocket. Other will be bored sitting through endless advertisements waiting for the movies to start and will point their phone at the QR code (which takes them to my follow page).Keep in mind you build you audience one person at a time.And often that one person hangs out with other people who also like what they like, and word of mouth starts to grow your show. Now, word of mouth is effective. We know it is. It ranks high in all the ways to promote your podcast, but we also know it is slow. If you are looking for a giant switch to give you 30,000 downloads an episode, that just doesn't happen.The More You Do It The better You Get At itI know for me, selling my book, Profit From Your Podcast, in person is always a little uncomfortable, but the more I did it, the better I got at it and the more books I soldDo You Need Help Growing Your Podcast?If you need help growing your show, come visit me at schoolofpodcasting.com. One of the features we have there are listener parties where a group of us will get together and you get to watch us listen to your show. This way you can see if we laugh when we're supposed to laugh and cry when we're supposed to cry. If it's not working, you'll know immediately and it's time to go back and do some basic editing. Check it out at schoolofpodcasting.com.Mentioned In This EpisodeStickermule (T-shirts and more)Canva (business Cards)Design Crowd (crowd source your business card or t-shirt design)Switchy (QR codes that are trackable)Mentioned in this episode:Start Podcasting in Six Week - Starts June 3rdHave you been struggling trying to start a podcast? Did you drown in all the jargon? Did you feel overwhelmed? The School of Podcasting is offering a course, Podcasting in Six Weeks, that will walk you through the entire process. Learn from 20-year Hall of Fame veteran Dave Jackson as he walks you through the process of planning, launching, and growing your show. The best part is the class is only $1. For more information, go to schoolofpodcasting.com/sixweeks. Podcasting in Six WeeksThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy
Some stories stay with you, not because they're dramatic, but because they're honest.In this conversation, Shelby sits down with Vivian Moyo, a trauma-informed life coach, to talk about what it really means to heal after deep loss. Vivian shares her experience of losing her mother at a young age, growing up without her father, and navigating layers of grief that followed her into adulthood.What stands out isn't just the pain, but the patterns that formed around it. People pleasing. Overgiving. Losing yourself while trying to take care of everyone else.They talk openly about how trauma can shape identity, relationships, and emotional habits, and what it looks like to slowly come back to yourself. Not through quick fixes, but through awareness, boundaries, and doing the uncomfortable work of facing what's been avoided.There's also a strong focus on emotional sobriety. Not just staying away from alcohol, but learning how to sit with your feelings without escaping them.In this episode, you'll hear about:• The impact of early childhood trauma and unresolved grief • How people pleasing and overhelping can become coping mechanisms • The role of creativity as a tool for emotional healing • Letting go of relationships, habits, and identities that no longer fit • Building boundaries and learning to choose yourself • What emotional sobriety looks like in everyday lifeThis is a grounded, real conversation for women in recovery, sober curious women, and anyone working through trauma, loss, or major life transitions.About the Guest Vivian Moyo is a qualified life coach and trauma-informed therapist who helps individuals heal from their past, overcome emotional challenges, and build a life rooted in clarity and confidence. Her work is shaped by both professional training and lived experience.Website: https://moyowellnesstherapy.com/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@moyowellnesstherapy Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/76edyttlLES02qLHBdHrTH TikTok: @moyowellnesstherapyAbout the Host Shelby John is a licensed therapist and founder of Wholistic Living. Through the Confident Sober Women podcast, she explores sobriety, emotional healing, nervous system health, and personal growth for women building lives rooted in clarity, confidence, and true freedom.Website: https://shelbyjohn.comSupport the showDon't forget to subscribe, rate & share this episode with a sober woman or someone suffering from anxiety, depression, ADHD, sleep problems and negative thought patterns who needs to hear she is not alone. Oh, and by the way, if you didn't know, my remote Neurofeedback Therapy program is up and running. Learn more here! Learn more about EMDR therapy, EMDR Intensives and Remote Neurofeedback.And if you haven't read my memoir, grab a copy of Recovering in Recovery: The Life-Changing Joy of Sobriety wherever books are sold.
In This Year’s Girl (S1 E15 of Buffy), Faith awakens from a coma in the first of two episodes that eventually lead to her visiting Los Angeles–and Angel. Along with the recap of This Year’s Girl, this podcast episode focuses on: (1) telling the story and building character through setting and objects; (2) the opposite of Show Don't Tell – powerful scenes and moments we don't see; (3) strong conflict that conveys exposition without slowing the pace; and (4) who is the protagonist? Faith or Buffy? New Release by Lisa M. Lilly, The Desperate Man: https://lisalilly.com/desperate Download free Story Structure worksheets: https://www.lisalilly.com/worksheets Get more content, including Buffy bonus episodes and access to the self-study course How To Plot Your Novel: From Idea To First Draft, by becoming a patron: https://www.patreon.com/lisamlilly Listen to the Buffy podcast episodes starting from the beginning: https://lisalilly.com/buffy-story-hellmouth/ Try The Awakening (Book 1) by Lisa M. Lilly free at https://lisalilly.com/free/ Read the Buffy and the Art of Story books: https://lisalilly.com/buffy/ About Lisa M. Lilly In addition to hosting the Buffy and the Art of Story podcast, Lisa M. Lilly is the author of the bestselling four-book Awakening supernatural thriller series as well as numerous short stories. She is currently writing the latest novel in her Q.C. Davis mysteries. Her non-fiction includes the Writing As A Second Career books on writing craft under L. M. Lilly. Check out free books by Lisa M. Lilly: https://lisalilly.com/free/
In today's episode, Mandee sits down with Kellyn Smythe from Pacific Quest to unpack a topic many families are quietly struggling with: screen addiction—and why it's far more serious than we often assume.Drawing from his experience working in residential treatment with teens, Kellyn explains how screen use isn't just a habit—it can become a powerful “process addiction” that impacts the brain in ways similar to substance dependency. Together, they explore how technology is reshaping childhood, replacing real-world connection, and making it harder for kids to develop resilience, identity, and meaningful relationships.From understanding the difference between normal screen use and true addiction, to what actually happens when you take devices away, this conversation gives parents both clarity and hope. You'll also hear what withdrawal really looks like, how long it takes for kids to reset, and why boredom might be one of the best things for your child.You'll learn:What “process addiction” is—and how screens affect the brain like substancesKey warning signs your child's screen use may be a deeper issueWhy video games and social media create a false sense of connectionWhat to expect when you take screens away (including withdrawal symptoms)How long it takes for kids to begin resetting emotionally and mentallyThe different levels of support available if your child is strugglingWhy boredom, discomfort, and challenge are essential for developing joyPractical ways to replace screen time with meaningful connectionIf you've ever wondered whether your child's screen use is becoming a problem—or how to actually help them break free—this episode will equip you with both insight and practical next steps.Support the showDon't forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a review if you enjoy the episode. Your feedback helps us bring you more of the content you love. Stay Strong!Get your copy of the BRAND NEW Adventures of Super Brain book!Start your ScreenStrong Journey today!Check out our Kids' Brains & Screens products.Want to help spread the ScreenStrong message to your community? Consider becoming a ScreenStrong Ambassador!ScreenStrong Tech RecommendationsCanopy—Device Filter (use code STRONG for discount)Production Team:Host: Melanie HempeProducer & Audio Editor: Olivia Kernekin
What if sobriety is less about labels and more about how you live, think, and feel each day?In this episode, Shelby sits down with transformation coach Heather Simco to talk about a more honest and grounded approach to recovery. With over a decade of sobriety and more than 20 years in entrepreneurship, Heather shares how high-achieving women can move beyond burnout, alcohol, and self-sabotage by focusing on emotional sobriety, not just abstinence.They explore the patterns that often go unnoticed, including shifting addictions, perfectionism, overconsumption, and the constant search for relief. This conversation looks beyond quitting alcohol and focuses on what it actually takes to feel well in your daily life, mentally, physically, and emotionally.Heather also shares her personal story, including rebuilding relationships, navigating motherhood, and the level of awareness it takes to stay grounded in recovery. If you have ever questioned your habits, your coping mechanisms, or what real freedom looks like, this episode offers a clear and practical perspective.In this episode, you will hear about:• Reframing sobriety and removing the stigma around the word “addict”• Emotional sobriety and its role in long-term healing• Hidden addictions such as food, control, and productivity• Nervous system regulation and mental health in sobriety• Building a balanced and sustainable life after alcoholThis conversation is for sober women, sober curious women, and anyone on a sobriety journey who is focused on emotional healing, mental health, and building a more stable and clear life.About the GuestHeather Simco is a transformation coach and founder of Complete Concierge Solutions and Sober Boss Babe. She helps high-achieving women break free from burnout, alcohol, and self-sabotage through mental, physical, and emotional sobriety. Her work focuses on helping women reclaim their energy, strengthen their leadership, and build aligned lives and businesses.Connect with Heather:Website: www.heathersimco.comInstagram: @heathersimcoTikTok: @heathesimcoYouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@heathersimcoAbout the HostShelby John is a licensed therapist and founder of Wholistic Living. Through the Confident Sober Women podcast, she explores mental health and sobriety, trauma recovery, and personal growth for women who are building lives rooted in clarity, confidence, and real freedom.Website: https://shelbyjohn.comSupport the showIf this episode was helpful, consider subscribing, rating, or sharing it with someone who might need it. This could be a sober woman, someone exploring life after alcohol, or anyone working through anxiety, depression, or emotional challenges.Shelby also offers remote neurofeedback therapy and EMDR as part of her work in trauma recovery and nervous system regulation. You can learn more on her website.Her memoir, Recovering in Recovery: The Life-Changing Joy of Sobriety, is available wherever books are sold.Support the showDon't forget to subscribe, rate & share this episode with a sober woman or someone suffering from anxiety, depression, ADHD, sleep problems and negative thought patterns who needs to hear she is not alone. Oh, and by the way, if you didn't know, my remote Neurofeedback Therapy program is up and running. Learn more here! Learn more about EMDR therapy, EMDR Intensives and Remote Neurofeedback.And if you haven't read my memoir, grab a copy of Recovering in Recovery: The Life-Changing Joy of Sobriety wherever books are sold.
In this episode of Confident Sober Women, Shelby sits down with Colette Baron-Reid for an honest conversation about what long-term sobriety really looks like in real life.With more than 40 years of sobriety, Colette shares her experience with addiction, recovery, and the deeper emotional work that followed. This conversation moves beyond quitting alcohol and focuses on what it takes to stay well over time. They talk about trauma, identity, and the ongoing commitment to growth that comes with living in recovery.Shelby and Colette also explore the realities of 12-step recovery, the role of humility, and how patterns shaped by the nervous system and past experiences can continue to show up even after getting sober. Colette speaks openly about her healing journey, including her experience with EMDR, and how her understanding of recovery has evolved over the years.This episode will resonate with women in recovery who are asking what comes next after sobriety and how to build a life that feels steady, clear, and grounded.In this episode, you will hear about:• The difference between early sobriety and long-term recovery• Emotional healing and trauma recovery after addiction• Nervous system regulation and mental health in sobriety• The role of community, structure, and humility• Letting go of identity patterns that no longer serve youColette Baron-Reid is an internationally respected author, artist, educator, and spiritual intuitive. She is the co-author of The Art of Manifesting: A Meditative Drawing Practice to Rewire Your Brain and Create Your Reality and has been in recovery for over four decades.Connect with Colette:Website: https://www.colettebaronreid.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ColetteBaronReid/featuredFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/colettebaronreidInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/colettebaron_reid/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/colettebaronreid/About the Host:Shelby John is a licensed therapist and founder of Wholistic Living. Through the Confident Sober Women podcast, she explores sobriety, emotional healing, nervous system regulation, and personal growth for women who are building lives rooted in clarity, confidence, and real freedom.Website: https://shelbyjohn.comSupport the showIf this episode resonated with you, consider subscribing, rating, or sharing it with someone who may need it. This could be a sober woman, someone in a sobriety journey, or anyone navigating mental health challenges, anxiety, or emotional healing.Shelby also offers remote neurofeedback therapy and EMDR sessions as part of her work in trauma recovery and nervous system regulation. You can learn more on her website.Her memoir, Recovering in Recovery: The Life-Changing Joy of Sobriety, is also available wherever books are sold.Support the showDon't forget to subscribe, rate & share this episode with a sober woman or someone suffering from anxiety, depression, ADHD, sleep problems and negative thought patterns who needs to hear she is not alone. Oh, and by the way, if you didn't know, my remote Neurofeedback Therapy program is up and running. Learn more here! Learn more about EMDR therapy, EMDR Intensives and Remote Neurofeedback.And if you haven't read my memoir, grab a copy of Recovering in Recovery: The Life-Changing Joy of Sobriety wherever books are sold.
In today's episode, Mandee sits down with Gayle Cheatham, founder of Thrive Offline, to explore a growing reality many families are feeling—but don't always know how to address: our kids are more connected than ever, yet feeling increasingly disconnected.Gayle shares her personal journey from the corporate world to leading a movement focused on helping families rediscover real-life connection. Together, they unpack how screens are quietly reshaping relationships in the home, crowding out critical life skills like resilience, creativity, and communication.From the powerful moment her child asked her to “get off your phone,” to eye-opening stories of teens willingly giving up their devices, this conversation will challenge the way you think about screen time—and what your kids actually need most.You'll learn:Why presence—not just restrictions—is the real solutionHow screens are crowding out creativity, boredom, and growthWhy kids are often relieved to unplug (even if they won't say it)Practical ways to build stronger family connection and digital habitsHow to shift your mindset if you feel late or overwhelmed as a parentIf you've ever wondered whether it's too late to make a change—or how to raise kids who thrive in a digital world—this episode will leave you encouraged and equipped.Support the showDon't forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a review if you enjoy the episode. Your feedback helps us bring you more of the content you love. Stay Strong!Get your copy of the BRAND NEW Adventures of Super Brain book!Start your ScreenStrong Journey today!Check out our Kids' Brains & Screens products.Want to help spread the ScreenStrong message to your community? Consider becoming a ScreenStrong Ambassador!ScreenStrong Tech RecommendationsCanopy—Device Filter (use code STRONG for discount)Production Team:Host: Melanie HempeProducer & Audio Editor: Olivia Kernekin
In this episode of Confident Sober Women, Shelby sits down with entrepreneur, podcast host, and author Sarah Barnes Humphrey for a conversation about identity, resilience, and rebuilding life after everything falls apart.Sarah shares the story of what she calls the worst day of her life. Just days before her 37th birthday, her family's logistics company suddenly closed, leaving her without the career path she had spent nearly two decades building. What followed was a period of grief, uncertainty, and deep reflection about self-worth, purpose, and what comes next.Sarah talks about the emotional reality of starting over and the messy middle that many women experience when life does not go according to plan. Through that process, she began to redefine success, rebuild her confidence, and eventually grow the podcast and platform that she leads today.Shelby and Sarah explore how experiences like loss, career shifts, and personal setbacks can challenge our sense of identity but also create space for growth and emotional healing.If you are navigating change, rebuilding confidence, or exploring life after alcohol, this conversation offers a grounded look at resilience and the power of finding your voice.In this episode you will hear:• How losing her family business forced Sarah to rebuild her identity • The emotional impact of sudden career and life changes • How self-worth can shift during difficult life transitions • The reality of entrepreneurship and the “messy middle” of growth • Why healing work and self-reflection matter for women in recoveryThis episode speaks to many women on a sobriety journey or navigating life after alcohol, where personal growth often requires rebuilding confidence, addressing mental health and sobriety, and learning how to move forward after difficult experiences.About the HostShelby John is a licensed therapist and founder of Wholistic Living. Through the Confident Sober Women podcast, she explores sobriety, emotional healing, nervous system health, and personal growth for women who are building lives rooted in clarity, confidence, and true freedom.Connect with ShelbyWebsite https://shelbyjohn.comPodcast Confident Sober WomenSupport the showDon't forget to subscribe, rate & share this episode with a sober woman or someone suffering from anxiety, depression, ADHD, sleep problems and negative thought patterns who needs to hear she is not alone. Oh, and by the way, if you didn't know, my remote Neurofeedback Therapy program is up and running. Learn more here! Learn more about EMDR therapy, EMDR Intensives and Remote Neurofeedback.And if you haven't read my memoir, grab a copy of Recovering in Recovery: The Life-Changing Joy of Sobriety wherever books are sold.
What if your child's struggle with screens isn't a lack of discipline—but the result of how these platforms are built?In this episode, we unpack two major jury verdicts against Google, including YouTube, and what they reveal about the addictive design of digital platforms.You'll learn why kids can't “just use it in moderation,” what's happening in the developing brain, and how you can step in with the guardrails your child needs to thrive.Support the showDon't forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a review if you enjoy the episode. Your feedback helps us bring you more of the content you love. Stay Strong!Get your copy of the BRAND NEW Adventures of Super Brain book!Start your ScreenStrong Journey today!Check out our Kids' Brains & Screens products.Want to help spread the ScreenStrong message to your community? Consider becoming a ScreenStrong Ambassador!ScreenStrong Tech RecommendationsCanopy—Device Filter (use code STRONG for discount)Production Team:Host: Melanie HempeProducer & Audio Editor: Olivia Kernekin
We're either creating or consuming—and that choice shapes who our kids become.In this powerful episode of The ScreenStrong Families Podcast, host Mandee Hamann sits down with Bradley T. Morris—father, storyteller, and Founder & CEO of Majik Kids—to explore what's quietly being lost in today's screen-saturated childhood… and how we can take it back.In a world designed to keep kids scrolling, watching, and comparing, many children are spending more time consuming than creating. But what does that mean for their brains, their confidence, and their future?Together, Mandee and Bradley unpack the hidden cost of passive screen use and make the case for something better: raising creators.You'll hear: Why today's tech environment naturally pulls kids into consumption What happens to the brain when imagination is replaced with constant input How creativity builds confidence, curiosity, and emotional resilience Why “movies for the ears” and audio storytelling can reignite imagination Simple, practical ways to shift your home from entertainment-first to creation-first This conversation is both eye-opening and deeply hopeful. Because this isn't about perfection, it's about intention. And small shifts can make a lasting difference.ScreenStrong isn't about taking something away from your kids. It's about giving them their childhood back.As you listen, consider this simple question: Where is your child mostly creating—and where are they mostly consuming?Support the showDon't forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a review if you enjoy the episode. Your feedback helps us bring you more of the content you love. Stay Strong!Get your copy of the BRAND NEW Adventures of Super Brain book!Start your ScreenStrong Journey today!Check out our Kids' Brains & Screens products.Want to help spread the ScreenStrong message to your community? Consider becoming a ScreenStrong Ambassador!ScreenStrong Tech RecommendationsCanopy—Device Filter (use code STRONG for discount)Production Team:Host: Melanie HempeProducer & Audio Editor: Olivia Kernekin
Host Mandee Hamann welcomes ScreenStrong Ambassador Kathleen Barlow for a heartfelt and eye-opening conversation about preserving childhood in today's hyper-digital culture.Kathleen is a mother of six, grandmother of three, former French teacher, and a passionate advocate for phone-free schools. After leaving full-time education in 2024, she committed herself to raising awareness about the impact of digital overuse, especially inside our schools. She now serves on the leadership team of Smartphone Free Childhood US, is a member of the Screen Time Action Network and the Tech-Safe Learning Coalition, and is part of ScreenStrong's Speaking Ambassador team.In this candid conversation, Kathleen shares what she's witnessing firsthand while substitute teaching in the largest school district in Utah, including why “phone policies” that still allow access during the day simply don't work. She explains why bell-to-bell phone-free policies are essential, how constant access undermines learning, and what happens when devices remain just tempting enough to derail focus.This episode is both a wake-up call and a call to action. If you care about protecting childhood, restoring attention in classrooms, and changing the cultural norm around smartphones, this conversation will equip and inspire you. Because preserving childhood isn't old-fashioned. It's courageous.Kathleen's Resources:Swimming UpScreen BlogGenFree: Unplugging 2 Connect PodcastSmartphone Free Childhood USG-Rated School Instagram Account: Allie Terry and Liz JenkinsSupport the showDon't forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a review if you enjoy the episode. Your feedback helps us bring you more of the content you love. Stay Strong! Get your copy of the BRAND NEW Adventures of Super Brain book! Start your ScreenStrong Journey today! Check out our Kids' Brains & Screens products. Want to help spread the ScreenStrong message to your community? Consider becoming a ScreenStrong Ambassador! ScreenStrong Tech Recommendations Canopy—Device Filter (use code STRONG for discount) Production Team: Host: Melanie Hempe Producer & Audio Editor: Olivia Kernekin
This week, Emily Bazelon, John Dickerson, and David Plotz discuss the public figures being shamed and punished for their associations with Jeffrey Epstein while others remain unscathed, the insights and lessons revealed by a new oral history archive and interview with former President Obama, and the meaning of the Trump administration's efforts to whitewash history.For this week's Slate Plus bonus episode, Emily, John, and David discuss this week's dust-up between Stephen Colbert and CBS amid FCC threats over an interview with Texas Democrat James Talarico. In the latest Gabfest Reads, Emily Bazelon talks with author Curtis Sittenfeld about her short story collection, “Show Don't Tell.” They discuss the recurring themes of the book from troubled marriages and middle age to the passage of time, and characters who are navigating moments of racial privilege and prejudice. Email your chatters, questions, and comments to gabfest@slate.com. (Messages may be referenced by name unless the writer stipulates otherwise.) Podcast production by Kevin Bendis Research by Emily DittoYou can find the full Political Gabfest show pages here. Want more Political Gabfest? Join Slate Plus to unlock weekly bonus episodes. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Political Gabfest show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or visit slate.com/gabfestplus to get access wherever you listen. Find out more about David Plotz's monthly tours of Ft. DeRussy, the secret Civil War fort hidden in Rock Creek Park. @SlateGabfest on X / https://twitter.com/SlateGabfestSlate Political Gabfest on Facebook / https://www.facebook.com/Gabfest/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, Emily Bazelon, John Dickerson, and David Plotz discuss the public figures being shamed and punished for their associations with Jeffrey Epstein while others remain unscathed, the insights and lessons revealed by a new oral history archive and interview with former President Obama, and the meaning of the Trump administration's efforts to whitewash history.For this week's Slate Plus bonus episode, Emily, John, and David discuss this week's dust-up between Stephen Colbert and CBS amid FCC threats over an interview with Texas Democrat James Talarico. In the latest Gabfest Reads, Emily Bazelon talks with author Curtis Sittenfeld about her short story collection, “Show Don't Tell.” They discuss the recurring themes of the book from troubled marriages and middle age to the passage of time, and characters who are navigating moments of racial privilege and prejudice. Email your chatters, questions, and comments to gabfest@slate.com. (Messages may be referenced by name unless the writer stipulates otherwise.) Podcast production by Kevin Bendis Research by Emily DittoYou can find the full Political Gabfest show pages here. Want more Political Gabfest? Join Slate Plus to unlock weekly bonus episodes. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Political Gabfest show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or visit slate.com/gabfestplus to get access wherever you listen. Find out more about David Plotz's monthly tours of Ft. DeRussy, the secret Civil War fort hidden in Rock Creek Park. @SlateGabfest on X / https://twitter.com/SlateGabfestSlate Political Gabfest on Facebook / https://www.facebook.com/Gabfest/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, Emily Bazelon, John Dickerson, and David Plotz discuss the public figures being shamed and punished for their associations with Jeffrey Epstein while others remain unscathed, the insights and lessons revealed by a new oral history archive and interview with former President Obama, and the meaning of the Trump administration's efforts to whitewash history.For this week's Slate Plus bonus episode, Emily, John, and David discuss this week's dust-up between Stephen Colbert and CBS amid FCC threats over an interview with Texas Democrat James Talarico. In the latest Gabfest Reads, Emily Bazelon talks with author Curtis Sittenfeld about her short story collection, “Show Don't Tell.” They discuss the recurring themes of the book from troubled marriages and middle age to the passage of time, and characters who are navigating moments of racial privilege and prejudice. Email your chatters, questions, and comments to gabfest@slate.com. (Messages may be referenced by name unless the writer stipulates otherwise.) Podcast production by Kevin Bendis Research by Emily DittoYou can find the full Political Gabfest show pages here. Want more Political Gabfest? Join Slate Plus to unlock weekly bonus episodes. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Political Gabfest show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or visit slate.com/gabfestplus to get access wherever you listen. Find out more about David Plotz's monthly tours of Ft. DeRussy, the secret Civil War fort hidden in Rock Creek Park. @SlateGabfest on X / https://twitter.com/SlateGabfestSlate Political Gabfest on Facebook / https://www.facebook.com/Gabfest/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, live from Sixth & I in Washington DC to celebrate 20 years of the Political Gabfest, Emily Bazelon, John Dickerson, and David Plotz discuss the contentious House Judiciary Committee hearing with AG Pam Bondi and the Trump administration's violations of constitutional rights with guest Rep. Jamie Raskin, how Trump's assaults on DC have radically transformed the city, and patriotism at the Olympics.For this week's Slate Plus bonus episode, Emily, John, and David answer questions from the live audience at Sixth & I in Washington, DC to celebrate 20 years of the Political Gabfest. In the latest Gabfest Reads, Emily Bazelon talks with author Curtis Sittenfeld about her short story collection, “Show Don't Tell.” They discuss the recurring themes of the book from troubled marriages and middle age to the passage of time, and characters who are navigating moments of racial privilege and prejudice. Email your chatters, questions, and comments to gabfest@slate.com. (Messages may be referenced by name unless the writer stipulates otherwise.) Podcast production by Nina Porzucki Research by Emily DittoYou can find the full Political Gabfest show pages here. Want more Political Gabfest? Join Slate Plus to unlock weekly bonus episodes. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Political Gabfest show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or visit slate.com/gabfestplus to get access wherever you listen. Find out more about David Plotz's monthly tours of Ft. DeRussy, the secret Civil War fort hidden in Rock Creek Park. Follow@SlateGabfest on X / https://twitter.com/SlateGabfestSlate Political Gabfest on Facebook / https://www.facebook.com/Gabfest/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, live from Sixth & I in Washington DC to celebrate 20 years of the Political Gabfest, Emily Bazelon, John Dickerson, and David Plotz discuss the contentious House Judiciary Committee hearing with AG Pam Bondi and the Trump administration's violations of constitutional rights with guest Rep. Jamie Raskin, how Trump's assaults on DC have radically transformed the city, and patriotism at the Olympics.For this week's Slate Plus bonus episode, Emily, John, and David answer questions from the live audience at Sixth & I in Washington, DC to celebrate 20 years of the Political Gabfest. In the latest Gabfest Reads, Emily Bazelon talks with author Curtis Sittenfeld about her short story collection, “Show Don't Tell.” They discuss the recurring themes of the book from troubled marriages and middle age to the passage of time, and characters who are navigating moments of racial privilege and prejudice. Email your chatters, questions, and comments to gabfest@slate.com. (Messages may be referenced by name unless the writer stipulates otherwise.) Podcast production by Nina Porzucki Research by Emily DittoYou can find the full Political Gabfest show pages here. Want more Political Gabfest? Join Slate Plus to unlock weekly bonus episodes. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Political Gabfest show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or visit slate.com/gabfestplus to get access wherever you listen. Find out more about David Plotz's monthly tours of Ft. DeRussy, the secret Civil War fort hidden in Rock Creek Park. Follow@SlateGabfest on X / https://twitter.com/SlateGabfestSlate Political Gabfest on Facebook / https://www.facebook.com/Gabfest/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, live from Sixth & I in Washington DC to celebrate 20 years of the Political Gabfest, Emily Bazelon, John Dickerson, and David Plotz discuss the contentious House Judiciary Committee hearing with AG Pam Bondi and the Trump administration's violations of constitutional rights with guest Rep. Jamie Raskin, how Trump's assaults on DC have radically transformed the city, and patriotism at the Olympics.For this week's Slate Plus bonus episode, Emily, John, and David answer questions from the live audience at Sixth & I in Washington, DC to celebrate 20 years of the Political Gabfest. In the latest Gabfest Reads, Emily Bazelon talks with author Curtis Sittenfeld about her short story collection, “Show Don't Tell.” They discuss the recurring themes of the book from troubled marriages and middle age to the passage of time, and characters who are navigating moments of racial privilege and prejudice. Email your chatters, questions, and comments to gabfest@slate.com. (Messages may be referenced by name unless the writer stipulates otherwise.) Podcast production by Nina Porzucki Research by Emily DittoYou can find the full Political Gabfest show pages here. Want more Political Gabfest? Join Slate Plus to unlock weekly bonus episodes. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Political Gabfest show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or visit slate.com/gabfestplus to get access wherever you listen. Find out more about David Plotz's monthly tours of Ft. DeRussy, the secret Civil War fort hidden in Rock Creek Park. Follow@SlateGabfest on X / https://twitter.com/SlateGabfestSlate Political Gabfest on Facebook / https://www.facebook.com/Gabfest/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, Emily Bazelon, David Plotz, and guest host Juliette Kayyem discuss the juxtaposition between the devastating layoffs at The Washington Post and the exorbitant price owner Jeff Bezos and Amazon paid for the Melania movie, this week's ominous foreshadowing of the Trump administration's real threats to the 2026 elections with election law expert Nate Persily, and why the Clintons are facing deposition in House Epstein investigations.For this week's Slate Plus bonus episode, Emily, David, and guest host Juliette Kayyem discuss a fascinating profile of anti-government militia leader Ammon Bundy, the contrast between Bundy's and his former allies' views on ICE tactics, and how messages about individual liberty and government intervention might be affecting the Trump administration's narratives about immigration enforcement. In the latest Gabfest Reads, Emily Bazelon talks with author Curtis Sittenfeld about her short story collection, “Show Don't Tell.” They discuss the recurring themes of the book from troubled marriages and middle age to the passage of time, and characters who are navigating moments of racial privilege and prejudice. Email your chatters, questions, and comments to gabfest@slate.com. (Messages may be referenced by name unless the writer stipulates otherwise.) Podcast production by Nina Porzucki Research by Emily DittoYou can find the full Political Gabfest show pages here. Want more Political Gabfest? Join Slate Plus to unlock weekly bonus episodes. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Political Gabfest show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or visit slate.com/gabfestplus to get access wherever you listen. Find out more about David Plotz's monthly tours of Ft. DeRussy, the secret Civil War fort hidden in Rock Creek Park. Follow@SlateGabfest on X / https://twitter.com/SlateGabfestSlate Political Gabfest on Facebook / https://www.facebook.com/Gabfest/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, Emily Bazelon, David Plotz, and guest host Juliette Kayyem discuss the juxtaposition between the devastating layoffs at The Washington Post and the exorbitant price owner Jeff Bezos and Amazon paid for the Melania movie, this week's ominous foreshadowing of the Trump administration's real threats to the 2026 elections with election law expert Nate Persily, and why the Clintons are facing deposition in House Epstein investigations.For this week's Slate Plus bonus episode, Emily, David, and guest host Juliette Kayyem discuss a fascinating profile of anti-government militia leader Ammon Bundy, the contrast between Bundy's and his former allies' views on ICE tactics, and how messages about individual liberty and government intervention might be affecting the Trump administration's narratives about immigration enforcement. In the latest Gabfest Reads, Emily Bazelon talks with author Curtis Sittenfeld about her short story collection, “Show Don't Tell.” They discuss the recurring themes of the book from troubled marriages and middle age to the passage of time, and characters who are navigating moments of racial privilege and prejudice. Email your chatters, questions, and comments to gabfest@slate.com. (Messages may be referenced by name unless the writer stipulates otherwise.) Podcast production by Nina Porzucki Research by Emily DittoYou can find the full Political Gabfest show pages here. Want more Political Gabfest? Join Slate Plus to unlock weekly bonus episodes. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Political Gabfest show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or visit slate.com/gabfestplus to get access wherever you listen. Find out more about David Plotz's monthly tours of Ft. DeRussy, the secret Civil War fort hidden in Rock Creek Park. Follow@SlateGabfest on X / https://twitter.com/SlateGabfestSlate Political Gabfest on Facebook / https://www.facebook.com/Gabfest/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, Emily Bazelon, John Dickerson, and David Plotz discuss how the shocking killing of Alex Pretti by federal agents could represent a real turning point for Trump's immigration enforcement policies, the cognitive dissonance about constitutional rights and conservative principles displayed by political leaders in the wake of Pretti's killing, and a new book by guest Jason Zengerle: Hated by All the Right People: Tucker Carlson and the Unraveling of the Conservative Mind.For this week's Slate Plus bonus episode, Emily, John, and David discuss a landmark trial starting in California that aims to adjudicate between children and families who say that social media caused them immense harm because companies intentionally engineered addicting platforms, and social media giants like Meta who argue they're not responsible for content protected by the First Amendment. In the latest Gabfest Reads, Emily Bazelon talks with author Curtis Sittenfeld about her short story collection, “Show Don't Tell.” They discuss the recurring themes of the book from troubled marriages and middle age to the passage of time, and characters who are navigating moments of racial privilege and prejudice. Email your chatters, questions, and comments to gabfest@slate.com. (Messages may be referenced by name unless the writer stipulates otherwise.) Podcast production by Nina Porzucki Research by Emily DittoYou can find the full Political Gabfest show pages here. Want more Political Gabfest? Join Slate Plus to unlock weekly bonus episodes. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Political Gabfest show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or visit slate.com/gabfestplus to get access wherever you listen. Find out more about David Plotz's monthly tours of Ft. DeRussy, the secret Civil War fort hidden in Rock Creek Park. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, Emily Bazelon, John Dickerson, and David Plotz discuss how the shocking killing of Alex Pretti by federal agents could represent a real turning point for Trump's immigration enforcement policies, the cognitive dissonance about constitutional rights and conservative principles displayed by political leaders in the wake of Pretti's killing, and a new book by guest Jason Zengerle: Hated by All the Right People: Tucker Carlson and the Unraveling of the Conservative Mind.For this week's Slate Plus bonus episode, Emily, John, and David discuss a landmark trial starting in California that aims to adjudicate between children and families who say that social media caused them immense harm because companies intentionally engineered addicting platforms, and social media giants like Meta who argue they're not responsible for content protected by the First Amendment. In the latest Gabfest Reads, Emily Bazelon talks with author Curtis Sittenfeld about her short story collection, “Show Don't Tell.” They discuss the recurring themes of the book from troubled marriages and middle age to the passage of time, and characters who are navigating moments of racial privilege and prejudice. Email your chatters, questions, and comments to gabfest@slate.com. (Messages may be referenced by name unless the writer stipulates otherwise.) Podcast production by Nina Porzucki Research by Emily DittoYou can find the full Political Gabfest show pages here. Want more Political Gabfest? Join Slate Plus to unlock weekly bonus episodes. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Political Gabfest show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or visit slate.com/gabfestplus to get access wherever you listen. Find out more about David Plotz's monthly tours of Ft. DeRussy, the secret Civil War fort hidden in Rock Creek Park. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, Emily Bazelon, John Dickerson, and David Plotz discuss whether Trump's lust for Greenland will break the world (or indeed, whether it already has), what this week's arguments at the Supreme Court suggest about the future of Fed independence, and how FBI sources say the Bureau is being turned into a weapon of the president.For this week's Slate Plus bonus episode, Emily, John, and David discuss a new memoir from Pennsylvania governor and likely presidential candidate Josh Shapiro, and what it tells us about his views on the presidency, his relationship with former VP Kamala Harris, and how he might approach a campaign. In the latest Gabfest Reads, Emily Bazelon talks with author Curtis Sittenfeld about her short story collection, “Show Don't Tell.” They discuss the recurring themes of the book from troubled marriages and middle age to the passage of time, and characters who are navigating moments of racial privilege and prejudice. Email your chatters, questions, and comments to gabfest@slate.com. (Messages may be referenced by name unless the writer stipulates otherwise.) Podcast production by Nina Porzucki Research by Emily DittoYou can find the full Political Gabfest show pages here. Want more Political Gabfest? Join Slate Plus to unlock weekly bonus episodes. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Political Gabfest show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or visit slate.com/gabfestplus to get access wherever you listen. Find out more about David Plotz's monthly tours of Ft. DeRussy, the secret Civil War fort hidden in Rock Creek Park. Follow@SlateGabfest on X / https://twitter.com/SlateGabfestSlate Political Gabfest on Facebook / https://www.facebook.com/Gabfest/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, Emily Bazelon, John Dickerson, and David Plotz discuss whether Trump's lust for Greenland will break the world (or indeed, whether it already has), what this week's arguments at the Supreme Court suggest about the future of Fed independence, and how FBI sources say the Bureau is being turned into a weapon of the president.For this week's Slate Plus bonus episode, Emily, John, and David discuss a new memoir from Pennsylvania governor and likely presidential candidate Josh Shapiro, and what it tells us about his views on the presidency, his relationship with former VP Kamala Harris, and how he might approach a campaign. In the latest Gabfest Reads, Emily Bazelon talks with author Curtis Sittenfeld about her short story collection, “Show Don't Tell.” They discuss the recurring themes of the book from troubled marriages and middle age to the passage of time, and characters who are navigating moments of racial privilege and prejudice. Email your chatters, questions, and comments to gabfest@slate.com. (Messages may be referenced by name unless the writer stipulates otherwise.) Podcast production by Nina Porzucki Research by Emily DittoYou can find the full Political Gabfest show pages here. Want more Political Gabfest? Join Slate Plus to unlock weekly bonus episodes. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Political Gabfest show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or visit slate.com/gabfestplus to get access wherever you listen. Find out more about David Plotz's monthly tours of Ft. DeRussy, the secret Civil War fort hidden in Rock Creek Park. Follow@SlateGabfest on X / https://twitter.com/SlateGabfestSlate Political Gabfest on Facebook / https://www.facebook.com/Gabfest/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Emily Bazelon talks with author Curtis Sittenfeld about her short story collection, “Show Don't Tell.” They discuss the recurring themes of the book from troubled marriages and middle age to the passage of time, and characters who are navigating moments of racial privilege and prejudice. Tweet us your questions @SlateGabfest or email us at gabfest@slate.com. (Messages could be quoted by name unless the writer stipulates otherwise.)Podcast production by Nina Porzucki. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Emily Bazelon talks with author Curtis Sittenfeld about her short story collection, “Show Don't Tell.” They discuss the recurring themes of the book from troubled marriages and middle age to the passage of time, and characters who are navigating moments of racial privilege and prejudice. Tweet us your questions @SlateGabfest or email us at gabfest@slate.com. (Messages could be quoted by name unless the writer stipulates otherwise.)Podcast production by Nina Porzucki. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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