John Warner, a writer and educator known for critiquing traditional essay formats, and Emily Weinstein, a psychologist studying teens and technology, dive into the debate around AI in education. They discuss a teenager's perspective on using AI tools like ChatGPT for homework and questions of academic integrity. The conversation also covers generational differences in attitudes toward technology, the need for educational reform, and the implications of AI on student creativity and mental well-being. Their insights challenge conventional educational practices.

Dr. Emily Weinstein, co-director at Harvard's Center for Digital Thriving and author of "Behind Their Screens," joins Sandy Roberts, a former middle school teacher and education program manager, to discuss the complexities of smartphone use in schools. They explore the mixed impact of smartphone bans on mental health and learning. The conversation covers the challenges educators face, the role of social media in teen well-being, and the importance of digital literacy over simple bans. It's a thought-provoking look at navigating technology in the classroom.