Host Todd Arkell jokingly refers to this episode as one the kids will hate and the parents will love. Guest Larissa Mills, founder and CEO of the Mental Game Academy, discusses the dangers and challenges of technology overuse in youth sports. She highlights how technology affects sleep, self-esteem, brain chemistry, and focus. Larissa emphasizes the need for parents to take control of their children's phone usage and create routines that prioritize mental skills and physical activity. She also addresses the negative impact of social media on athletes' performance, decision-making, and confidence. Larissa provides tips for parents, such as spending unplugged time with their children, implementing phone-free hours before bed, and establishing routines. The conversation covers various topics related to phone addiction, the impact of phones on athletes, and the dangers of sports gambling. Larissa Mills discusses the negative effects of excessive phone use on athletes' performance and mental well-being. She emphasizes the importance of implementing phone protocols and reducing phone use during travel and before games. The conversation also delves into the rise of sports gambling and its addictive nature, particularly among athletes. Larissa highlights the need for parents to be vigilant about gambling apps on their children's phones. The discussion concludes with a rapid-fire question segment.

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