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“The fear (kids have) is that if they tell (parents) anything, their phone will get taken away.” ~Kristin Bride
"The secret sauce of early development in general is loving grownups and their kids spending time together."
1 Conversation + 2 Podcasts = New Perspective on Childhood with Technology
Be Kind to Yourself (As outlined by Ruby Ryba in How to Stop Scrolling) Scrolling is a signal, not a setback. Design over willpower. Never leave a vacuum
Learn to protect aging parents from online scams with expert tips. Read insights from Chad Rychlewski & Kae David.
“The point of SocialLite is to give people back control of what they should already have.” ~Malek Shaw
Summer and technology are 2 things that typically create a perfect quagmire for a digital slippery slope. Not this year!! Listen to one of our favorite moms on this episode to get tips for summer music and healthy screen habit success. Listen wherever you get your podcasts and visit the show notes on our website to gain access to this valuable resource!
"When you get a kid to really pay more attention to a screen, do they learn more?" ~Sarah Shepherd PhD
"If you are not preparing your kids for the world that they're in, you are not preparing them for life." ~Liz Ortenburger
"ADHD brains thrive on novelty and challenge, something new, and just the right amount of challenge." ~Adela Baker, PCC, PCAC
"What we're offering is… a break in the technology." ~Corey Scholibo
"Connection is the cure for any disease." ~Talmage Erickson
"…a big misunderstanding is that young children can learn from screens." ~Pat Cantor, Ed.D.
"…the laws that are currently on the books are not adequate to meet the challenges (of protecting kids against online harms)." ~Julianna Arnold
"These companies knew the harm that their platforms were causing, but intentionally designed them to be addictive so they could increase their viewership among young users." ~Julianna Arnold
"We want kids to live their best lives with technology. This is a driver’s education handbook for their phone (so they can do that)." -Amy Adams, LCSW, PPSC & Jeannie Ondelacy Sprague, M.Ed
"…digital balance means something different for everybody." ~ Eli Singer
"More is less." ~Frank Possemato
"Name it. Move it. Time it." ~Dr. Sajita Setia
"After a few weeks,(of no technology) we see a huge restoration in terms of their sleep. Creativity goes through the roof…..(ultimately there is a)...sense of feeling more and more connected." ~Kellyn Smythe
“We highly recommend (obtaining) a VPN. It makes sure that unwanted eyes aren’t monitoring your activity or….capturing information.” ~ Kae David
Listen now for a preview of Season 15! Episode 1 drops February 7th, 2026.
The biggest predictor of support for political violence is sexism. ~Cythia Miller-Idriss, PhD
"Both online and offline games can have … gambling-specific addictive features." ~Jennifer Jiyun Park
"Happy Thanksgiving!" ~The HSH Team
"7 out of 10 American teens use chatbots….more than half of them use them as a companion." ~Imran Ahmed
"(At) an online summit, (there) was a moment where we had… researchers .. and parents from all over the world …and there was such a, such a positive feeling of hope." ~Wilder Nicholson
"I want you to have the ability to think critically about what you're listening to, what you're watching, and make choices that align with your values." ~Julia Storm, MA
"…have dialogue with your kids …and explain why using services … as a condition of using a device (is needed) and have an open and transparent dialogue." ~Karl Stillner
"So much of the trade-off we make for video games and screen timing in general is the short-term enjoyment,.....at the expense of the long-term (fulfillment)" ~ Ian McCready
"The 5 D Method: Decrease Deactivate (accounts of 30 days) Delete Downgrade Device Depart"
"Perfect parents are intimidating. Not to mention they don't exist." ~Dr. Kenneth Ginsberg
Resist the seductive myth that artificial intelligence is somehow magic or all-knowing. ~Avriel Epps, PhD
Instagram is one of the few apps that offers the ability to switch from (addictive) algorithm to (non-addictive) time-based feeds. ~Ben Gillenwater
Early childhood experts Kailan Carr and Katie Talarico have combined forces to create a FANTASTIC AND FREE new resource for parents and teachers!
“Let’s Grow Brain P.O.W.E.R.!” is a free resource for schools and community groups, and families designed to help educate and empower families to focus on what really matte
Jodi Carreon is a self-described “regular mom” who honestly is anything but!! While volunteering at her kids' school. She discovered students were more focused on screens instead of each other.
By accessing the tools and templates at Smartphone Free Childhood US, she founded a local parent group that focuses on limiti
“you want (your) kid to have a bounded amount of screen time” ~ Tim Estes, CEO AngelQ
S14 Trailer: AI, Chatbots, and Education
"Physically separate yourself from your devices 30-90 minutes per day." ~ Dr. Nidhi Gupta
Parents aren’t just worried– they are ready to act. Four Norms empowers local parent groups to get things done through the use of collective action. It’s never been easier to fight for new norms around kids and technology that you want to see in your community. Four Norms acts as a bridge between organizational expertise and community impact. Specifically designed for grassroots parents' organizations, Four Norms makes stepping into activism as easy as meeting friends for coffee (so you can save/change the world!).
Dan and Dave Gray are the father-son co-founders of BridgeCamp. On this episode we talk about the power of human and relational connection, particularly between parents and their kids. The stronger the connection is between parents and their teens, the more likely the teen will make better and healthier life decisions, especially as they transition into adulthood. Dan and Dave help create oppotunities for connection with BridgeCamp - a unique experience that brings parents and teens together. Want to go to summercamp and come home with a happier, healthier family life? Learn how by listening now!
Director Ryan Huh has a fantastic new short documentary for you to explore. Starting Over is the story of four young men engaged in recovery from digital addiction. It is set in the ReSTART Life residential program and can serve as a great conversation starter for families looking to have a good talk about tech.
On this episode, Ryan told me what he learned along the way while creating Starting Over. Spoiler: It’s got nothing to do with tech and everything to do with empathy. Listen now!!
"I think a lot about that and about the way that parents were using their children as … props for content and making money and all these different things, but without the children's consent...without compensation." ~Elizabeth Rose Quinn
"…it's amazing what your kids will come back with as you create these conversations." ~Dina Alexander
With over 30 years in the video game industry and as the creator of GameTruck, Scott Novis has entertained more than 14 million gamers. He’s on a mission to help families build connections through play. On this episode, find out how to end games without a fight, bond with your kids in new ways, and have a great time doing it all!
"The last thing that any of us needs in the month of May is one more thing to stress out over (I’m going to help you get through it!)" ~ Hillary Wilkinson
As we wrap up another season of Healthy Screen Habits, it’s the perfect time to unplug and recharge for Spring Break! This season, we’ve learned so many great ways to balance screen time with real-world activities. Whether you’re exploring the outdoors, diving into a new hobby, or simply enjoying time with loved ones, now’s the chance to create memories away from the screen. Here’s to taking the lessons from Season 12 and bringing them to life this Spring Break! Let’s step outside, breathe in the fresh air, and make the most of our time away from screens.
Overcoming a challenging childhood in the South, Michael was inspired by a transformative teacher to unlock his potential. He served 22 years in the U.S. Navy, developing advanced cybersecurity algorithms. With over 25 years of cybersecurity experience, Michael is now a Ph.D. candidate in Cyberpsychology at Capitol Tech University. He created MindfulBytes.io, a groundbreaking K-5 curriculum enhancing digital well-being. The program boasts an 85.7% student engagement rate and a 40% reduction in cyberbullying incidents. His mission is to safeguard the digital well-being of the youngest generation, ensuring every child can thrive in our increasingly digital world.