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Screen Guardians Podcast

Katie Longhauser and Kevin Cronister

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Screen Guardians Podcast is your go-to resource for understanding digital wellness for kids and teens. We aim to help families take the guesswork out of screen time, apps, games, and everything in between. It’s not just about control—it’s about empowerment! Because raising kids in the digital age doesn’t come with a manual, but it should come with guidance you trust. Our episodes are designed to: • Educate parents about the latest trends in children’s digital engagement. • Provide scientific ...
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Parenting doesn't have to be this hard! Screen Less Play More Podcast will help you raise balanced, thriving kids in the digital age. We give you the latest research on play, screen time, children's health, and technology... and hopefully a laugh or two! We believe that kids need to return to the play-based childhood of the past and get rid of the phone-based childhood that is causing so much anxiety and addiction. So take a listen, screen a little less, and play a little more! Discover the ...
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The Podcast Where Faith & Digital Wellness Meet **Top 5% Globally Ranked Podcast** Is your phone controlling your life, pulling you in every direction, leaving you feeling disconnected and overwhelmed? Are screens stealing your time, diluting your faith, and distorting your focus? Maybe you feel stuck in a habit loop, lost in mindless distraction and information overload when you were made for so much more! Excessive screen time is among the most challenging habits people want to break—and f ...
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Pixel Parenting

Patricia Cangas

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Pixel Parenting is your weekly guide to raising tech-savvy, balanced kids. Hosted by Patricia Cangas Rumeu, a mum and a seasoned expert in digital literacy and educational technology, this podcast aims to empower parents to guide their kids’ tech use confidently and thoughtfully. From screen time to educational apps, join us to explore tools and insights that help kids—and parents—build healthy digital habits. Listen to our trailer and subscribe to stay updated!
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Presented by Game Quitters, Gaming the System is the essential podcast for gamers, parents, and families navigating video game addiction, excessive screen time, and phone addiction in our digital age. Whether you're struggling with gaming disorder, concerned about your child's internet safety, or seeking guidance on modern parenting, this show provides practical strategies to help you find balance and thrive in our tech-centric world. Each week, we explore the intersection of technology and ...
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Raising Healthy Kids is the podcast for parents who want to help their kids build a healthy relationship with food, manage weight without shame, and create lasting habits for a balanced lifestyle. Hosted by Bar Aizik, holistic psychotherapist and author of Behind Kids Eating Habits, this show offers practical strategies to guide parents in supporting their child’s well-being—both physically and emotionally.
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Five minutes peace

Leyla @ 365daysofnoscreens.com

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Welcome to Five Minutes Peace, the podcast where we explore the world of screen time for kids. I'm your host, Leyla, and I'm excited to share with you some tips and tricks on how to make screen time more meaningful for our little ones of all ages, with screen-free activities, tips on how to balance or limit screentime and to discuss the effects of our children's mental and physical health. Whether you're a parent, grandparent, or caregiver, this podcast is for you. Join me for five minutes o ...
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"BREAKING NEWS: Your dream life (and your dream bod) isn’t just going to happen because you made a vision board. Join Oonagh Duncan (fitness expert and bestselling author of Healthy As F*ck/Ditch The Diet) to examine the habits of kicking ass every day - so you can create a life of no regrets. Whether you want to lose weight, get rich, or save the whales while writing bestselling mystery novels- get ready to be inspired. This isn’t about incantations and putting the right crystals in your br ...
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A globally top-rated podcast and named #1 of the "15 Interview Podcasts You Should Tune Into" by SquadCast, HIListically Speaking is conversations of stories from trauma to triumph through health, healing, and humor. Discover what it takes to HUG it Out with yourself, be a happy and healthy grownup, and "be kind to your mind". Host Hilary Russo creates the space for stories to be shared, lessons to be learned, and lives to be changed with some of the top luminaries and visionaries in the hol ...
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The Biggest Journey

Parent Lab, Inc.

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Join us as we explore the peaks and valleys of parenting in the modern era. Through candid conversations and expert insights, we dive into the real challenges parents face daily – from mastering family sleep to navigating sibling dynamics, managing anxiety to building healthy eating habits. Each episode brings you practical wisdom backed by science, helping you tackle everything from bedtime struggles to parenting burnout, picky eating to screen time balance. Whether you’re dealing with todd ...
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Media Savvy Moms

Media Savvy Moms

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Media Savvy Moms is a podcast by ParentsAware, an organization dedicated to helping parents to talk to their kids and teens about pornography and healthy sexuality. Join in along with guest experts for open conversations covering topics of prevention, communication, sexual exploitation, addiction, healing, and more! We are here to encourage and guide parents through the challenges of raising kids in a media-saturated world. For complete show notes, visit parentsaware.info
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We're Eamon & Bec! We’ve cultivated a community of 1M+ on YouTube, created Habit, and most importantly became new parents to Frankie Lee. Our lives have changed immensely in these past few years but through it all, our roots have deepened. While we've always shown up authentically online, there’s so much more of us that we want to share with our community. Reroot is a safe space where we explore the essence of who we are as individuals. As seekers of community, we hope this podcast continues ...
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Unplug and Plug In is for parents--we'll explore your relationship with technology as well as how to help your child develop a healthy relationship with tech, screen time and most importantly with you. Lisa Honold, the host, is a parenting coach devoted to keeping kids safe online. She is founder and director of the Center for Online Safety and national public speaker on digital wellness, cyber safety and peaceful parenting. https://centerforonlinesafety.com In bi-weekly episodes, parents wi ...
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The "Save the Kids" Podcast delves deep into the challenges and joys of the parent-child connection in today's tech-driven world. With our amazing host, Nate Webb, the podcast offers a platform for interviews with experts spanning a variety of fields, including parenting, mental health, and safe technology use. Through engaging discussions, Nate aims to equip listeners with knowledge and strategies to nurture stronger connection with their teens and kids. While honoring its roots with founde ...
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Brain Based Parenting, The Boys Ranch Podcast for families. We all know how hard being a parent is, and sometimes it feels like there are no good answers to the difficult questions families have when their kids are struggling. Our goal each week will be to try and answer some of those tough questions utilizing the knowledge, experience, and professional training Cal Farley’s Boys Ranch has to offer. Contact us: email [email protected] To Donate: https://secure.calfarley.org/site/Donatio ...
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Welcome to season 3 of the OtterPod, the podcast where kids discuss real-world problems and what we can do to solve them. This season is full of lessons on how to navigate issues that kids and adults alike can relate to. With a rotating group of hosts from the 7th/8th-grade class at GES, we have discussions ​about ​phobias, technology use and abuse, vaping, the power of phsycial health, and more. This podcast was created in collaboration with WTIP and Great Expectations Charter School in Gra ...
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Kids Healthcast

Kids Healthcast

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Kids Healthcast is a pediatric podcast for parents. It is recorded by Indiana University Pediatric residents at Riley Hospital for Children. It covers health topics parents may be interested in a monthly half hour mp3-format podcast. Each month includes Health News, Medical Trivia, Parenting tips, and two segments on children's health ranging from constipation to normal newborn development and lots of information in between.
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Let’s just say it - you’ve probably taken your phone into the bathroom. 🙈 (We likely all have. Some of us even scroll through Scripture in there.) But it’s not just a weird little habit. It’s a window into what’s happening in your brain, your identity, and even your heart. In this episode, I’m unpacking why it’s so hard to leave your phone in anoth…
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What happens when a life rooted in faith and tradition collides with family scandal? In this powerful episode, renowned author and therapist Rachel Krentzman opens up about her father’s arrest, an Orthodox rabbi once respected in the community, and the emotional turmoil that followed. Through her new memoir, As Is, Rachel shares her journey of heal…
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Send us a text We explore the complex relationship between technology and family life, examining how excessive screen time affects children's emotional regulation, mental health, and relationships. Contact: [email protected] To Donate: https://secure.calfarley.org/site/Donation2?3358.donation=form1&df_id=3358&mfc_pref=T To Apply: https://apply…
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Send us a text Look, I know what it’s like when life feels like a dumpster fire. You’re exhausted, overwhelmed, maybe grieving, maybe just fed the eff up with everything. And then someone’s like, “Wanna talk about your habits?” 🙄 But before you roll your eyes into another dimension, hear me out. Emmy Smaz invited me onto her podcast, Beyond the Pai…
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Episode Summary Pediatric speech-language pathologist Denise Santos Ford, M.S., CCC-SLP joins Pixel Parenting to demystify what SLPs actually do (far beyond “fixing R’s”), how screen time intersects with social-emotional and language development, and practical, evidence-aligned ways parents can use tech—together with their kids—to spark more words.…
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What happens when the dream of motherhood doesn’t come true? After seven years of fertility treatments that ended without a child, Lana Manikowski found herself facing grief, isolation, and the painful question: So now what? Instead of following a path that didn’t feel right, like donor eggs or adoption, Lana built the support system she longed for…
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Ever feel like you just can’t stop scrolling… but can’t explain why? It’s not just your willpower failing. In this episode, I unpack the sneaky brain science behind why you keep reaching for your phone and why social media was designed to keep you stuck in “seeking mode” with no satisfying end in sight. Your brain was wired for endings… and social …
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Send us a text The Brain-Based Parenting team explores how technology can positively impact families when used with intention and appropriate boundaries. Technology, when used wisely, can be a powerful tool for families. Instant access to information fuels children’s curiosity and learning, while calls, texts, and video chats help family members st…
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Send us a text This episode is such a banger that I had to bring it back. When I first aired this conversation with Rachel Rodgers, author of We Should All Be Millionaires and Future Millionaire, you guys blew up my inbox with DMs and comments. Clearly, it hit a nerve. So if you missed it the first time (Ep 93) or just want to get re-inspired, here…
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Send us a text Contact: [email protected] To Donate: https://secure.calfarley.org/site/Donation2?3358.donation=form1&df_id=3358&mfc_pref=T To Apply: https://apply.workable.com/cal-farleys-boys-ranch/j/25E1226091/ For More Information about Cal Farley's Boys Ranch: https://www.calfarley.org/ Music: "Shine" -Newsboys CCS License No. 9402…
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As we launch Season Six of HIListically Speaking, Host Hilary Russo shares how intentional reflection and quiet moments can unlock creativity, clarity, and personal growth. Alongside fresh insights, the new “Where Are They Now?” series revisits past guests, from bestselling authors to everyday changemakers, while diving deeper into the HUG It Out M…
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This episode is part two of last week’s conversation where we looked at scripture-shaped prayers to calm a distracted mind. But these new verses? They go deeper. In our always-on culture, it's easy to stay busy and digitally distracted enough that we never face what's really going on in our hearts. We scroll to avoid, consume content to numb out, a…
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Send us a text Adventure helps children grow in confidence, creativity, and joy, but it requires a balance between safety and freedom. Kids need a secure foundation and supportive adults to feel safe exploring beyond their comfort zones. Real adventure happens through unstructured play, trying new things, and learning through experience—not screens…
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Send us a text Okay, so you’ve probably heard the story: a New York mom lets her 9-year-old ride the subway alone… and the entire world loses its mind. That mom is my guest today, Lenore Skenazy, and she’s been lovingly (and infamously) dubbed “The World’s Worst Mom.” Spoiler: she’s actually one of the bravest, funniest, and most sensible voices in…
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"We have decided to put the world's most brilliant software engineers in kids' pockets, and we've expected them to exert a level of self-control that you and I never had as children. It's not their fault." - Chris McKenna Chris McKenna of Protect Young Eyes has some incredibly insightful tips for parents. He says that having a "porn talk" with our …
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What happens when protecting children takes a back seat to bureaucracy, miscommunication, or worse—inaction? In one of the most emotionally charged and urgent episodes of the Screen Guardians Podcast, host Katie Longhauser and co-host Detective Kevin Cronister dive deep into a real-life case that shocked a local school community and ignited a movem…
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Send us a text Contact: [email protected] To Donate: https://secure.calfarley.org/site/Donation2?3358.donation=form1&df_id=3358&mfc_pref=T To Apply: https://apply.workable.com/cal-farleys-boys-ranch/j/25E1226091/ For More Information about Cal Farley's Boys Ranch: https://www.calfarley.org/ Music: "Shine" -Newsboys CCS License No. 9402…
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What do you pray when your mind won’t settle? When your brain is buzzing and your soul feels scattered, you don’t need another digital wellness hack. You need peace. Real peace. And that starts with scripture-shaped prayers. In this episode, I’m walking you through 4 powerful scripture prayers that help anchor your mind when you feel distracted, ov…
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Send us a text Helping children discover a sense of purpose gives them direction, motivation, and a connection to something greater than themselves. It boosts mood, energy, and motivation, especially when they contribute meaningfully to their community. Purpose is built through realistic goals, service, and exploration—especially in supportive envi…
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Send us a text Alright, friends, let’s talk straight: if you’re over 40 and still slogging through random workouts, obsessing over fad diets, or clinging to those cute little 5lb dumbbells… we need to have a heart-to-heart. This episode is the replay of a live presentation I gave to over 2,600 women (yeah, the Zoom room actually maxed out, wild). A…
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We’ve all heard the warnings about screen time and social media overuse, but what actually happens when students step away from it completely? At Screen Guardians, we recently sat down with Giuliana, a recent graduate from Faustina Academy, for a raw and insightful conversation about growing up without social media during high school—and how it sha…
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"This idea that we need to minimize risk taking or dangerous elements has really created, unfortunately, a world where there's not a lot of challenge for children. And this has a lot of negative benefits on children's health, development and well-being. Children will find challenges. And if we don't have them available in the playgrounds... then ch…
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Ever feel like you’re dating five needy people at once… except they’re named Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn, and Pinterest? Yeah. No wonder you’re exhausted. In this episode, I share a surprisingly fun way to break your compulsive “open-close-open-close” scrolling habit called Social Media Speed Dating. It’s not about quitting everything col…
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Send us a text This episode explores the concept of power in parent-child relationships and how understanding power dynamics can improve interactions with children, especially during crisis moments. We discuss why self-control is the greatest form of power and how sharing power appropriately with children helps them develop into successful adults. …
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Send us a text You know those fitness clichés that just won’t die? Like “muscle confusion keeps your body guessing” or “lifting weights makes women bulky”? Yeah, we’re coming for them. This is part two of my chat with Dr. Allan Bacon, strength coach, medical pro, and professional BS buster. (If you missed part one, go back. It’s chef’s kiss myth-bu…
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In this episode of Pixel Parenting, I talk with Julianna Lorenzen, co-founder of Healthy Screen Habits, about how screens shape kids’ brains, and what we can do about it. Julianna has a background in sports medicine and is also a mom of four. She shares how her medical expertise and parenting journey led her to co-found a nonprofit that helps famil…
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Ever wish you could just raise your hand mid-podcast and ask, “Wait, but what about…?” That’s exactly what we’re doing today. For the first time on Overcome Digital Distraction, I’m answering listener questions, the ones you’ve been emailing, DMing, and quietly wondering about. We’re getting real about: 1. Using social media without feeling drained…
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Send us a text We explore achievement as the third component of our Model of Leadership and Service, discussing how to foster confidence, build competence, and set appropriate goals for children who may identify more with failure than success. Contact: [email protected] To Donate: https://secure.calfarley.org/site/Donation2?3358.donation=form1…
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Send us a text You know that phrase that’s everywhere right now, “Women are not small men”? Well… it’s true. And also? It’s become the perfect little hook for some people to sell you complete and utter BS. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Allan Bacon, yes, the guy who trains Arnold Classic competitors, publishes in scientific journals, and also…
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In this powerful episode of the Screen Guardians Podcast, host Katie Longhauser sits down with Principal Christina Mehaffey of Faustina Academy—a leader courageous enough to ask the hard questions about tech, culture, and the emotional well-being of kids. What followed was a school-wide transformation that not only reshaped student behavior, but re…
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Ever sat down for dinner and realized… no one’s actually there? The forks are clinking, the plates are being passed but eyes are glued to screens, minds are miles away, and conversation is replaced with the dreaded “Fine.” If that sounds familiar, this episode is for you. I’m sharing my simple Five-Step Dinner Table Reset, a framework to help you r…
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Send us a text We explore the vital concept of belonging in child development and how it interconnects with a sense of safety, confidence, and overall wellbeing. Our expert panel shares personal stories and professional insights about what true belonging means and why humans fundamentally need connection to thrive. Contact: [email protected] T…
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Send us a text Alright friends, this one’s a juicy flex of an episode. If you've ever thought about strength training as just “working out,” you’re gonna leave this convo seeing your muscles as the badass miracle tissue they actually are. My guest today is journalist and author Bonnie Tsui, who wrote a brilliant book all about muscle. Like, the sci…
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If you think Snapchat is just for funny filters, think again. I made a fake Snapchat account, saying that I was a 15 year-old girl. Within less than 30 minutes, the algorithm fed me erotica, links to porn, and creepy religious fanaticism. Our guest Sarah Gallagher Trombley is a former Snapchat executive, and tells us exactly how to avoid these dang…
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Can understanding self-harm and healthy relationships transform your emotional well-being? Join Lydia, Maxwell, and Katie in this helpful episode of the OtterPod as they tackle the sensitive issues of non-suicidal self-injury and the foundational elements of healthy relationships. This week's hosts share about the emotional roots of self-harm and r…
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Here are 9 questions to ask yourself as a parent to determine if your son has a gaming addiction, or just a regular gaming hobby. Resources: Book a Gameplan Strategy Call Take our video game addiction quiz Guide to Video Game Addiction Game Quitters Forum Game Quitters Discord How to Quit Gaming Want to find more Game Quitters? Follow us on Instagr…
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The classic Nintendo that everyone fell in love with has changed for the worse recently. Here are three reasons why. Resources: Book a Gameplan Strategy Call Take our video game addiction quiz Guide to Video Game Addiction Game Quitters Forum Game Quitters Discord How to Quit Gaming Want to find more Game Quitters? Follow us on Instagram Follow us …
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How often do your phone notifications pull you away from what matters most? You’re mid-conversation, mid-prayer, or finally making progress on a project—then ping. Just like that, your peace evaporates, your body tenses, and your brain shifts into reactive mode. It happens dozens of times a day. In this episode, I’m sharing practical ways to turn o…
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Send us a text Safety forms the foundation of child development, serving as the brain's primary focus before learning or growth can occur. • Your brain's number one job is to keep you safe, not to think or problem-solve • Children's behaviors often express their feelings of safety or lack thereof Contact: [email protected] To Donate: https://s…
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Send us a text Let me ask you something. Ever opened your front door to a mini mountain of Amazon boxes and felt a twinge of shame? Like maybe you’re buying crap you don’t even need just to numb out after a long day? (Same, babe. Same.) This week, I sat down with Ashlee Piper. Sustainability badass. TED speaker. Author of No New Things. And we’re t…
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Phobias are more than just fears—they can be life-altering experiences that shape our daily interactions and personal growth. Ever wondered how common fears like social anxiety, arachnophobia, or the fear of heights carve pathways in our psyches? Join Birk, Emma, Luna, and Everlee on this week's episode of the OtterPod, where you'll gain a deeper u…
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"The developers of these educational games are the same great minds that are creating recreational video games. They are experts at the compulsion loop. They are experts at keeping you hooked." - Amy Tyson Amy Tyson of EverySchool.org tells us everything you need to know about EdTech. Can EdTech really expand what teachers do? Or is it causing addi…
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In this conversation, Dr. Celeste Sangiorgio discusses the intersection of video games and mental health, exploring how gaming can be utilized as a therapeutic tool. She shares insights on designing games that address mental health challenges, the importance of narrative in engaging players, and how games can influence identity development and empa…
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Ever feel physically tired but mentally wired when your head hits the pillow? You’re not crazy—and it’s not just stress. It’s probably blue light. Yep. The invisible kind glowing from your phone, your TV, even your overhead lights is hijacking your brain’s ability to rest. It suppresses melatonin, confuses your circadian rhythm, and leaves you wide…
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Send us a text Cal Farley's Staff Development team introduces their Model of Leadership and Service, a framework focusing on six universal needs that everyone requires: safety, belonging, achievement, power, purpose, and adventure. • Six basic human needs form the foundation for Cal Farley's approach to helping troubled youth • Unconditional and re…
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Send us a text Okay so… you know how you sometimes hear someone drop a sentence like, “Oh, I can’t make it that week; I’ll be racing horses across Mongolia,” and you’re like WAIT WHAT NOW? That’s basically been me for years every time my friend Callie King casually mentions her life. So in this episode, I finally scratch that itch and go full nosy …
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Learn tips to balancing gaming and health as we explore its impact on sleep and productivity with our insightful guests, Kiera, Kianm, and Gabe. Discover how excessive screen time can disrupt your nightly rest, and the crucial steps you can take to improve your sleep habits, including reducing caffeine intake pre-bedtime. We'll shed light on the es…
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