Join Scrolling 2 Death host Nicki Reisberg for an enlightening and educational dive into the world of kid-friendly smartphones in this eye-opening episode. Nicki sits down with Bill Brady, the Co-Founder and CEO of Troomi Wireless, a pioneering mobile phone platform committed to fostering children's mental well-being through a balanced and safe relationship with technology. As a father of five, Bill brings a wealth of experience and insight to the discussion, shedding light on essential topics v...
Dec 04, 2023•44 min
Illinois-based high school art teacher Bill Henricks takes you behind the curtain in this revealing interview. Get ready for an insider's perspective on the realities of phone restrictions in schools. Bill and Scrolling 2 Death host Nicki delve deep into the primary objections to phone bans, unpacking concerns ranging from security issues to navigating medical exceptions and potential legal ramifications. This candid conversation sheds light on the multifaceted challenges faced by educators and ...
Dec 01, 2023•26 min
Prepare to get serious insight into the complexities of sharenting and digital privacy in this eye-opening episode featuring the esteemed Leah Plunkett, as she joins Nicki for a deep dive into the multifaceted world of sharenting and digital privacy. Leah Plunkett is author of the acclaimed book Sharenthood: Why We Should Think Before We Talk about Our Kids Online, a faculty member at Harvard Law School, and a faculty associate with the Berkman Klein Center for Internet & Society at Harvard ...
Nov 29, 2023•57 min
Get ready to dive into the fascinating world of adolescent brain development in this jam-packed episode! Join Scrolling 2 Death host Nicki Reisberg as she sits down with the incredible Nicola Morgan, aka "The Teenage Brain Woman," for an eye-opening chat that's perfect for parents navigating the maze of child-rearing. Nicola, a rockstar author with over 100 books under her belt, knows a thing or two about teenage wellbeing. From how stress and anxiety affect learning to the impact of screens and...
Nov 27, 2023•1 hr 7 min
Buckle up for a laughter-filled heart-to-heart in this fabulous interview featuring the one and only, Jennifer Kelman, LCSW – your soon-to-be new best friend! Trust us, her wit and relatability will have you feeling like you've known her for ages. In this vulnerable discussion, Nicki Reisberg and Ashley Hudson team up with the incredible Jennifer Kelman to dish out some seriously candid and valuable insights on all things parenting. From the eternal struggle of managing screen time to the nerve-...
Nov 13, 2023•54 min
Get ready for a real heart-to-heart in this super engaging episode where we speak with Liz, a badass mom of four. She shares why she kept social media away from her kids until they were all grown up. We're talking about the good, the bad, and the messy stuff that came with that decision! From bonding over family time to dodging the drama of cyberbullying and body image blues, we're diving deep into Liz's parenting playbook. We'll be tackling the hot topics too, like 'sharenting' (yeah, that's a ...
Nov 06, 2023•43 min
Get ready for an incredibly insightful and eye-opening episode as hosts Nicki and Ashley from Scrolling 2 Death speak with the brilliant human behavior technologist and cyber trauma expert, Cath Knibbs. Together, they venture into the intricate world of digital parenting, unpacking crucial issues that every caregiver needs to be aware of. This deep dive into the digital realm covers an array of pivotal topics, ensuring that no stone is left unturned when it comes to safeguarding our children in ...
Oct 30, 2023•1 hr 7 min
In this conversation on the Scrolling 2 Death podcast, three business owners come together to discuss the struggles around marketing themselves on social media, finding balance, dealing with bots and much more. Get ready to fall in love with the incredible Sydney Belina, a world-renowned fitness entrepreneur, FitOn Trainer and Founder of the movement called Flight Fitness. Syd takes us behind the curtain of a successful social media presence and what it takes to create an engaged community, whil...
Oct 23, 2023•1 hr 3 min
What would you do if you found texts about murder on your 10-year-old's phone? In this interview on the Scrolling 2 Death podcast, hosts Nicki and Ashley welcome a mom of 4 named Jess. Jess was shocked to find disturbing content and cyber-bullying on her 10-year-old's phone. Listen to Jess' full story and what she has learned in this brand new episode. Topics include: Cyber-bullying Inappropriate online content Parent-child connection and trust Screen use and kids Sharenting (sharing your kids o...
Oct 16, 2023•47 min
In our first interview-style episode, Scrolling 2 Death co-hosts Nicki and Ashley speak with accomplished pyschotherapist and keynote speaker Nicole Runyon. In this vulnerable interview, we discuss a number of topics related to parenting, screen time and mental health, specifically: - How screen time is negatively affecting our children's development - How to work through the generational differences which can cause a barrier between parent and child - Social media safety and sharenting - Parent...
Oct 09, 2023•48 min
Scrolling 2 Death host Nicki Reisberg recently tested out a No Phone Day (NPD). In this episode, Nicki takes co-host Ashley through her day, sharing the struggles and observations. Support the show A quick note : This podcast covers topics such as suicide, disordered eating and traumatic events. Listener discretion is advised. Let’s Talk : This may sound counterintuitive to our message, but go to Instagram and follow us at @scrolling2death. We’re there for you – to have real and honest conversat...
Oct 05, 2023•25 min
YouTube Kids is safe for kids, right? Wrong. Nothing online is completely safe. 27% of videos watched by kids 8 and under on YouTube Kids are actually intended for older audiences. And 6% of videos include mild or moderate sexual content. Pair this with the addictive features and manipulative advertisements, and you may re-consider letting your kid watch YouTube Kids without your oversight. In this episode, Scrolling 2 Death co-hosts Nicki and Ashley reveal the truth behind YouTube Kids. A few t...
Oct 02, 2023•34 min
Are you spending thousands of dollars to go on vacation, just to be on your phone? We've all shared our vacations with our social media audience. But should we? What would happen if we didn't? We can all agree that we would be more present, connect more deeply with our travel companions and have more actual memories of the trip. From the island of Kauai, Ashley and Nicki have a personal and vulnerable discussion about their own experiences posting during vacations. We uncover some of the securit...
Sep 30, 2023•29 min
What really happens when you post your kids on social media? Could you be putting them at risk? HINT: Yes, there are huge risks.If you have ever second-guessed posting your kids, this episode is for you. Co-hosts Nicki and Ashley discuss the motivations behind posting our kids (they did it for years), and what made them change their mind. This episode dives into: The risk of digital kidnapping What is sharenting and why is it bad? Creating digital identities for our kids Childhood embarrassment ...
Sep 25, 2023•49 min
Are we giving our kids the iPad too much? This is the question that Nicki and Ashley dive into on today's episode of Scrolling 2 Death. We've all seen kids on their iPads at a restaurant, and maybe even handed one to our own kid. This episode will make you rethink doing this, as there are consequences for your kids, both developmentally and socially. We share the latest research around screen time in children that all parents need to know. A few takeaways: When kids spend more time in front of s...
Sep 18, 2023•22 min
In this episode, Scrolling 2 Death co-hosts Nicki and Ashley ask themselves the question...is social media safe? Join us as we talk through the four biggest risks that we are exposing ourselves and our children to by using social media, and get into detail on what parents need to know about; online fraud & theft, cyberbullying, exposure to harmful content and social media addictiveness. Nicki also outlines the legislation that exists to protect us from social media risks. CORRECTION : Nicki ...
Sep 11, 2023•38 min
In this episode, Scrolling 2 Death co-hosts Nicki and Ashley share the rise in suicide rates and the correlation with the increase in prolonged social media use. We share with you 5 real stories of teens and pre-teens who died by suicide as a result of social media use. RIP: Carson Bride, Jordan DeMay, CJ Dawley, Ian James Ezquerra, Selena Rodriguez and all others who have lost their lives too soon. It's National Suicide Prevention Week (hosted by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention)....
Sep 11, 2023•29 min
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