Kathryn Jezer Morton

Kathryn Jezer-Morton, columnist who coined "friction-maxxing," argues for reclaiming inconvenient, embodied experiences. Stephen Council, SFGATE tech reporter, shares reporting and personal examples about chatbots and convenience tools. Morgan Sung, pod host and tech critic, examines intentional media use and design that removes friction. They discuss in-person shopping, transit, social skills, tech design, and practical ways to choose inconvenience.

Kathryn Jezer Morton, The Cut's Brooding columnist, discusses the dangerous aspects of #TradWife content on social media. They explore the glorification of motherhood, the prettification of rural living, and the impact on the mommy wars. They emphasize the need to normalize discussions about caregiving and support systems.