• EP.22 The Sit Down

  • Dec 31 2024
  • Length: 46 mins
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EP.22 The Sit Down

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  • In this episode, hosts Rod Love, Shaquita Wynn, and Doc Polite dive into the growing concern of social media's impact on kids' mental health, sparked by the recent call from U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy for a tobacco-style warning on social media platforms. They discuss the dangers of online bullying, sextortion, and the overall psychological toll social media has on youth today.Key Points:
    1. Father's Day Reflections: Rod and Doc share thoughts on fatherhood, emphasizing that true fathering happens year-round, not just on a designated holiday.
    2. Surgeon General's Warning: Dr. Murthy's recommendation for a warning on social media mirrors the warnings on cigarette packs, aiming to alert the public to the mental health risks for young people online.
    3. Sextortion & Catfishing: Doc highlights how kids are at risk of being groomed online and blackmailed with intimate photos, a growing crisis that leads to suicide in extreme cases.
    4. Generational Disconnect: The hosts discuss how older generations may not fully understand the digital strugglestoday's kids face, especially with bullying that follows them 24/7.
    5. Action & Prevention: The importance of community-based programs, parental awareness, and mental health education is stressed. Everyone must work together to address these challenges and protect youth in the digital age.
    Call to Action:Rod, Doc, and Shaquita urge listeners to get involved, whether by talking to their kids about online risks, supporting mental health programs, or advocating for stronger regulations on social media platforms.
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