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Ep. 94: Teen Love & Snapchat

Ep. 94: Teen Love & Snapchat

by | Feb 14, 2023 | Dating, Podcast, Social Media, Technology

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Anyone who was young and in love once can remember the all-consuming passion of teenage romance.

But is teen love real? Does it last?

Chris and Karlie pull back the curtain on teen love and what happens after graduation.

They’ll give you a rundown of the key features of Snapchat and potential risks and benefits. Plus, don’t miss our top list of curious questions for starting a conversation about one of the most popular social media apps in the app store.

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Questions for teens about Snapchat:

  • Do you believe your content is safer because it disappears?
  • Have you ever screenshot something on Snapchat? Did you know that there are apps that help you screenshot without notifying the other person?
  • Have you ever been pressured to send inappropriate content through Snapchat?
  • Do you ever feel stressed or pressured to get on by notifications or snapstreaks?
  • Is there a healthy boundary we can set for Snapchat?
  • What are your privacy settings? Do you mind if we check those to make sure you are staying safe?
  • Do you know who Snapchat shares your data with? How does that make you feel?

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Karlie Duke
Karlie Duke

Communications Director

Chris Robey
Chris Robey

Former CEO

Ep. 93: Icebreaker Questions & ChatGPT

Ep. 93: Icebreaker Questions & ChatGPT

by | Feb 7, 2023 | Podcast, Support Groups, Technology

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Icebreakers for an Open Atmosphere

Do you ever struggle with getting teenagers to open up? Don’t miss these tried-and-true icebreakers to help create an open atmosphere in almost any group. We’ll also discuss one of the latest AI tools to storm the educational world, ChatGPT. We’ll look at the pros and cons and give you follow-up questions for talking with your teens.

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Have a question?

If you have a question about something you heard or just want to give us some feedback, please leave us a comment below.  We would love to hear from you!

About Us:

Karlie Duke
Karlie Duke

Communications Director

Chris Robey
Chris Robey

Former CEO

Ep. 92: Social Media Report & Parasocial Relationships

Ep. 92: Social Media Report & Parasocial Relationships

by | Jan 31, 2023 | Mental Health, Podcast, Resources, Social Media, Technology

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There’s been much ado about teens and social media in the last few years.

This year’s Bark Social Media Report confirms many parents’ worst fears. So what can we do to keep teenagers safe and help them navigate online dangers like predators, dangerous health advice, sexual content, and violence, among others?

Then, do you or your teen feel connected to the characters of your favorite show or a particular celebrity? Chris and Karlie discuss the pluses and minuses of parasocial relationships.

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Have a question?

If you have a question about something you heard or just want to give us some feedback, please leave us a comment below.  We would love to hear from you!

About Us:

Karlie Duke
Karlie Duke

Communications Director

Chris Robey
Chris Robey

Former CEO

Ep. 45: Digital Detox & ASMR

Ep. 45: Digital Detox & ASMR

by | Mar 8, 2022 | Mental Health, Personal Development, Podcast, Social Media, Technology

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Summary:
Can unplugging for a day really make a difference in a constantly connected world? We talk digital detox in episode 45 of the Teen Life Podcast! Stay tuned for insights into trending phenomenon, Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response (ASMR), and how to fail like a champ. If you’re not familiar with the weird science behind why whispers and haircuts are so relaxing, you’re in for a treat!

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Have a question? If you have a question about something you heard or just want to give us some feedback, please leave us a comment below.  We would love to hear from you!
About Us:
Chris Robey

Chris Robey

CEO

Chris has worked with teens from a variety of backgrounds for over a decade. He has a desire to help teenagers make good choices while also giving their families tools to communicate more effectively as choices are made.

Karlie Duke

Karlie Duke

Director of Communications

Karlie was in one of Teen Life’s original support groups and has always had a heart for teenagers and the vulnerable life stage they are in. She has a wealth of experience to share from working with teens in ministry and leading support groups.

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Ep. 27: Meditation & Messaging Apps

Ep. 27: Meditation & Messaging Apps

by | Oct 2, 2021 | Personal Development, Podcast, Resources, Social Media, Technology

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Summary:
When the world feels chaotic, meditation can bring the peace and mental clarity you need to feel calm and composed again. There are many different forms of mediation and tools that you can use. Chris and Karlie chat about their favorites and ways that you can learn to incorporate meditation into your day. They’ll also share a mind-boggling tip on how to cure overthinking and give you information you should know on the messaging apps teens are using now.

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Have a question?
If you have a question about something you heard or just want to give us some feedback, please leave us a comment below or email podcast@teenlife.ngo.  We would love to hear from you!

About Us:

Chris Robey

Chris Robey

CEO

Chris has worked with teens from a variety of backgrounds for over a decade. He has a desire to help teenagers make good choices while also giving their families tools to communicate more effectively as choices are made.

Karlie Duke

Karlie Duke

Director of Communications

Karlie was in one of Teen Life’s original support groups and now is passionate about encouraging students to live better stories. She has gained experience working with teenagers through work, volunteer, and personal opportunities.

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