Dr. Rona Novick, a clinical psychologist and children’s author, and JinJa Birkenbeuel, CEO of Birk Creative and parent, tackle the complexities of technology and its effects on kids. They discuss the surge in pandemic-era screen time and how passive vs. active tech consumption shapes young minds. The importance of parental guidance is emphasized, alongside critiques of smartphone use in classrooms. Insights on AI chatbots' dual nature and the surge in mental health issues among teens round out a crucial conversation for navigating today's digital landscape.