Welcome to Teachers Talk, a brand new series here on Scrolling 2 Death. In these candid discussions with teachers, parents get the real deal on what's happening with screens in the classroom. Today's episode features High School teachers Matt Miles and Joe Clement. Matt and Joe are incredible advocates in this space and are authors of one of my favorite books, ⁠Screen Schooled: Two Veteran Teachers Expose How Technology Overuse Is Making Our Kids Dumber⁠ Be sure not to miss our...

This episode is all about social media safety. I constantly wonder; will my children be safe on social media? The short answer is no.  To advise on the topic, I brought in Marc Berkman, who is the CEO of the Organization for Social Media Safety. Together, we walk through evidence-based harms that exist on social media and proposed legislation to make social media a safer space for us to connect.  We also discuss this week's congressional hearing where we will learn more about 9...

The Big Tech Gut Check is a super quick, weekly update on all things social media and Big Tech. The highlights for this week: What's really going on with TikTok?  The imitation game continues with TikTok Notes Snapchat fools us all! More lawsuits against Big Tech KOSA and COPPA 2.0 introduced into the House Don't forget about Discord Check back on Fridays for everything that parents need to know about the platforms our children are spending hours on every day.

Welcome to Teachers Talk, a brand new series here on Scrolling 2 Death. In these candid discussions with teachers, parents get the real deal on what's happening with screens in the classroom. Today's episode features 9th grade Language Arts teacher Tara Hodgson. After 17 years of teaching, Tara has a well-earned perspective on how technology in school is affecting our kids. Here's a link to grab a copy of Tara's book.

This conversation is all about our attention span. Where did it go? How do we regain control of attention? I was honored to be joined by data scientist and psychologist Dr. Gloria Mark. We dove into many of the issues that parents deal with on a daily basis; attention span, multitasking, digital habits and much more. I left this conversation with a much better understanding of what I can do in the home to regain control of my attention (and my kids' attentions) and lessen stress...

Over 3.3 billion humans play video games. It can be an activity that connects us and brings people together from all over the world. There has been quite an evolution in gaming over the past couple of decades. Before I handed my young kids a gaming console, I wanted to know...what is gaming today really like. So I got on the line with gamers to find out what's really happening in the games spaces of today. What was revealed to me about gaming, particularly gaming online, is that there's...

The Big Tech Gut Check is a super quick, weekly update on all things social media and Big Tech. The highlights for this week: The book that will change the tide (The Anxious Generation) New CSAM research that parents need to be aware of  Basically no parents use the parental controls on Snapchat and Discord Meta is sued for $7B by their own advertisers Snapchat's new ranking feature fuels teen anxiety Check back on Fridays for everything that parents need to know about the...

Welcome to the first installment of Teachers Talk, a brand new series here on Scrolling 2 Death. In these candid discussions with teachers, parents get the real deal on what's happening with screens at school.  Today's episode features college instructor Dr. Jason Robinson. We discussed the pitfalls, and even the benefits, of allowing devices in his college lecture hall. Meet Dr. Robinson Dr. Jason Robinson is a Senior Lecturer at the University of North Georgia.  He currently is a...

In this conversation, I was joined by Chris McKenna of Protect Young Eyes to dive into all things digital safety. We talk about when and how to give your child a device, danger areas online, how to talk to your child about online risks and much, much more.  Chris is a wealth of information, having spoken in countless schools and to parent groups around the country.  About Chris McKenna:  Former consultant, youth ministry director. Author of resources for families and churches on digital...

The Big Tech Gut Check is a super quick, weekly update on all things social media and Big Tech. The highlights for this week: More on Florida's social media ban for minors New CSAM research that parents need to know UK research shows teen girls expect to be harassed online Creative ways predators are manipulating our kids Latest research on boys being fed misogynistic content Court documents reveal that Meta was snooping on Snapchat user data Meta restricts political content...

Disclaimer: This conversation discusses child sexual abuse material. Please listen or watch with caution.  This is a conversation that no one wants to have, but everyone should be having. It's about Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM). Cyber trauma expert Cath Knibbs joins me today on Scrolling 2 Death to educate parents on what is happening with our childrens' photos online. You'll get a basic understanding of the risks and how to avoid them. I cannot stress the importance of understanding...

This episode is all about drug sales on social media. If you think this can't get your child, you're mistaken. Nicki interviews Bill Bodner, retired DEA Special Agent in Charge to expose the modern day drug market, which is social media. No longer do people have to go to a seedy area to purchase illegal drugs. They only have to open their phone and click on Snapchat. In this conversation, Special Agent Bodner details exactly how drug dealers are getting in front of our kids and what parents...

The Big Tech Gut Check is a super quick, weekly update on all things social media and Big Tech. The highlights for this week: Massacre case in Buffalo, NY (why the victims are suing Big Tech) Pornhub is not happy with Texas  15 U.S. states are suing Apple Is cyber-flashing a crime?  A new update from the U.S. Surgeon General A must-read book for parents New Meta whistleblower warns about self-harm content Check back on Fridays for everything that parents need to know about the...

This is a relatable and candid conversation about the digital devices shaping our children's lives, as we tackle the challenges of parenting in the age of technology. In this episode, Nicki is joined by the incredible Nate Webb, an esteemed school speaker, professional counselor, devoted husband, and father. With his expertise spanning bullying prevention, screen time management, and digital safety, Nate brings invaluable insights to the table. Together, we navigate through the myriad...

This is the story of Selena Rodriguez, who took her own life at 11 years old after suffering an extreme social media addiction. Selena's mom, Tammy, is a warrior who shares Selena's story to help other families avoid this tragedy. Disclaimer: This episode includes the story of an 11-year-old who died by suicide. If this will be too upsetting for you, please skip to the next episode.  If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts or a crisis, please reach out immediately to...

The Big Tech Gut Check is a super quick, weekly update on all things social media and Big Tech. The highlights for this week: Will TikTok be banned in the U.S.? Results of a 14-year-old female test account on Snapchat More predators target kids on Snapchat New warning about vapes sold on Snapchat Meta's stock plummets and lawsuit updates Discord to allow mini-games to be developed within chats New "social media terror" on Discord and Telegram Check back on Fridays for...

This episode is all about how cyberbullying is affecting our kids. Trisha Prabhu, an anti-bullying advocate and founder of the ReThink app, shares her journey and insights on cyberbullying and social media. She emphasizes the importance of early conversations with children about technology and the internet, as well as creating transparency and collaboration in setting rules and expectations.  In this conversation, we cover tons of topics including: Cyberbullying Social media Big Tech ...

In this episode, I gain clarity into how we got here...to a place where young children are accessing technology that can harm them.  Paul DelPonte of the National Crime Prevention Council breaks down the legislation (or lack thereof) that exists to protect kids online, potential new laws and current lawsuits against social media companies. We also go deep into the fentanyl epidemic and how these illegal drugs are finding their way to our children through Snapchat.  Paul has intimate...

The Big Tech Gut Check is a super quick, weekly update on all things social media and Big Tech. The highlights for this week: Instagram and Facebook went down and we all freaked out. Another celebrity hit by a deep fake nude photo scandal  Update on Florida's bill to ban social media for minors U.S. is trying to ban TikTok...again Snapchat adds another harmful feature More school districts ban smartphones Check back on Fridays for everything that parents need to know about the...

It is all too common to simply hand your child your old iPhone. This episode breaks down why you should NOT do that very thing. Scrolling 2 Death Host Nicki Reisberg and CMO of Bark Technologies Titania Jordan talk through the functionality a parent would want their children to access with a phone, and compare what's available with the iPhone versus the Bark Phone.  This episode is sponsored by Bark Technologies.  You can get 10% off the entire life of your Bark App subscription! Just use...

This episode is your guide to giving your kid a phone. In this conversation, Hannah Oertel lays out the ideal pathway for our children's phone journey. If you've been stressed about when to give a phone or which phone to give, this is the episode for you!  You can make a difference in mental health outcomes for your child, with this one decision; When and how you give your kid a phone. Don't ignore the risks.  Hannah also shares a few of the lesser-known ways that smartphones are affecting...

The Big Tech Gut Check is a super quick, weekly update on all things social media and Big Tech. This week’s Big Tech Gut Check highlights: Staffers alerted Meta that Facebook and Instagram subscription feature allowed for child exploitation Positive research on Meta found to be funded by a main investor...in Meta Deepfake nude scandals continue across schools in the U.S. Snapchat test account shows the platform actively connects minors to predatory adults Check back on Fridays for...

It's time for a fresh discussion about sharing our kids online. AKA #Sharenting  Parents everywhere continue to share, despite the growing risks.  In this episode, I break down the current state of sharenting in today's digital era, including; the risks of CSAM and AI-generate deep fake nudes, the short-term and long-term effects on our children, an analysis of why we share and thoughts around how our sharing can effect other parents.  A takeaway for today:  *Child Sexual Abuse Material...

In this conversation, parent survivor Maurine Molak shares the story of her son David, who experienced relentless cyberbullying which led to his tragic suicide. The cyberbullying occurred mainly on Instagram and gaming chats, and went unreported by both David and hundreds of observers. Cyberbullying can have a devastating impact on kids and teens, leading to anxiety, depression and even suicide. Parents need to be educated on the signs and how to react when our own children are dealing...

The Big Tech Gut Check is a super quick, weekly update on all things social media and Big Tech. This week’s Big Tech Gut Check highlights: Reports of students being sexually groomed on school-issued devices Most concerning websites for kids How tech companies are attempting to help suicidal teens The latest celebrity to get hit with deepfake porn (it's not Taylor Swift) Latest string of pedophiles targeting our children on Snapchat Florida's social media ban for kids under 16...