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t 20, Maya Englehorn reflects on getting her first smartphone when she was a freshman in high school, but being allowed on Instagram – via tablet – at age nine. Back then, Instagram was simpler - no ads, sponsored posts, or TikTok-like reels. Even so, she wishes her parents had also delayed her social media use.

In this powerful and unfiltered conversation, child psychologist Dr. Richard Freed exposes how Big Tech is using persuasive design to keep kids hooked on social media and video games—no matter the cost to their mental health.

Today, April 16, 2025, Jonathan's Haidt's team at the Anxious Generation released an in-depth report into the harms of Snapchat.

I gave up my iPhone for a healthier phone (for 30 days).

Weekly update on all things social media and Big Tech.

In this episode, Titania Jordan dives into her book Parental Control, sharing real-world advice for parents trying to navigate the wild world of raising kids in the digital age.

Weekly update on all things social media and Big Tech.

Facebook whistleblower Sarah Wynn-Williams reveals the dark reality behind the platform.

Messaging apps can be a scary place for a child.

Safer social media is coming.