The Tech Translator with Parent ProTech

This podcast episode explores the rising trend of school smartphone bans and the phenomenon of "techxiety," focusing on how constant digital connectivity contributes to student stress, social friction, and diminished academic focus. The discussion highlights the psychological toll of being "always on" and considers the potential benefits of reclaiming distraction-free environments for more authent...

Before you hit “Add to Cart” this holiday season, watch this first. 👀In this Parent ProTech Holiday Gift Guide, Joshua and Melvin break down the best safe tech (and non-tech!) gifts for families in 2025. They're covering kid-safe smartphones and smartwatches to tablets, gaming consoles, and creative offline ideas designed to bring families together. We’re not paid to say any of this. These ar...

We’re breaking down what parents need to know about cell phone bans, Sora’s new social app, and Snapchat’s latest safety guide. Tune in for practical insights on raising kids in a digital world and creating a healthier tech balance at home. Learn more: www.parentprotech.com Follow us: @parentprotech

What if raising tech-savvy kids didn’t have to be scary? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Tracy Elizabeth, a developmental psychologist and former TikTok family safety leader, Netflix ratings director, and Harvard researcher to unpack what it really takes to raise digital-ready kids in today’s world. In this episode of The Tech Translator Podcast by Parent ProTech, you’ll hear:- Why fear-base...

In this episode, Lori Alhadeff joins us to discuss how technology is literally saving lives and the necessary policies that secure our children's future. We dive into: * Alyssa's Law: The story behind the critical law mandating silent panic alarms in schools, and how technology drastically reduces emergency response time, proving that seconds equal life. * The School Board Perspective: Lori offers...

Rania Mankarious, CEO of Crime Stoppers of Houston and author of "The Online World: What You Think You Know and What You Don’t," shares urgent lessons from decades of public safety work. Her message: kids today are growing up in a completely different world, and silence is not an option. From school threats to the dangers of AI chatbots posing as “friends,” Rania explains why students ar...

Therapist, author, and mom of four Tessa Stuckey (@themomtherapist), known for her book "For the Sake of Our Youth," opens up about what she’s seeing in today’s families and why “all online access equals risk.”From dopamine dumps and device-driven tantrums to porn exposure on the school bus, Tessa shares what’s actually happening in kids’ brains and the simple boundaries that help restor...

2024 College Slam Dunk Contest winner, former Grand Canyon University standout, and current Indiana Pacers G-League athlete Gabe McGlothan opens up about the real challenges of growing up in today’s digital world. From film study and recruiting to the distractions of social media, Gabe shares how technology shaped his journey and the boundaries he’s put in place to protect his focus, faith, and fu...

From homework help to deepfake scams, AI is everywhere. And students are diving in faster than parents and educators can keep up. In this episode of The Tech Translator from  @parentprotech  , Joshua sits down with Mark Henderson (dad of two teens and AI in Education Specialist at the Missouri School Boards' Association) to unpack:- Why banning AI in schools doesn’t work- The rise of AI cheati...

In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Crystal Collier breaks down how tech is rewiring kids’ brains and what parents can do to help. You’ll learn: Why task initiation is disappearing Why screens are replacing real-life motivation How “techno tantrums” are warning signs What brain-based parenting actually looks like How to build executive function through everyday routines Dr. Collier is a psychotherapi...

AI is reshaping the world our kids are growing up in, and creativity is no exception. From AI-generated art to story tools that can mimic human imagination, the way children create, learn, and think is changing fast. In this insightful conversation, we sit down with Aaron Randall—graphic designer, illustrator, dad, and creative professional with nearly two decades of experience. We unpack how AI i...

Constable Ryan Gable leads one of the most advanced Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) units in the U.S. based in The Woodlands, Texas. In this powerful episode of The Tech Translator, he shares how predators are targeting kids through social media, gaming, even AI, and what law enforcement is doing to fight back. You’ll hear real stories of sting operations, how grooming tactics work, and wh...

Today’s teens are growing up in a world where sadness can go viral, anxiety can be live streamed, and depression looks nothing like it used to. In this eye-opening conversation, we sit down with Dr. Meredith Gansner, child and adolescent psychiatrist at Boston Children’s Hospital and instructor at Harvard Medical School to unpack how social media is rewriting the way teens experience, express, and...

From deleting TikTok to tracking screen time on a whiteboard, these Harvard students opened up about how they really manage their devices. This one’s for students, parents, and anyone who’s ever wondered: “Am I on my phone too much?” Watch, learn, and pick one habit to try this week. Sign up for your 7-day Trial of Parent ProTech here:https://parentprotech.com/115/socialdemo102024/en/signup Connec...

You’ve heard all the noise about screen time, but what if we’ve been asking the wrong questions? In this episode of The Tech Translator with Parent ProTech, Joshua sits down with The Mediatrician, Dr. Michael Rich, a pediatrician, Harvard professor, and founder of the Digital Wellness Lab at Boston Children’s Hospital. Dr. Rich has spent decades helping families navigate the digital world with com...

Have you ever felt like the kids and teens in your life are speaking a totally different language when it comes to tech? You’re not alone. From new apps to shifting trends, it’s tough to keep up. That’s why we created the Tech Translator Podcast, a space for parents, educators, and community leaders to get clear, practical insights on how to keep the next generation safe and thriving in a digital...