This podcast episode explores the challenges parents face regarding smartphone ownership for their children, as journalist Myra Anubi shares her own struggles with her daughter's desire for a phone amidst concerns about screen time and social inclusion. It highlights the "Smartphone Free Childhood" movement that advocates for delaying smartphone access until age 14, fostering face-to-face interactions instead of online connections, which has resonated globally among parents seeking to counter the peer pressure of the digital age. The episode also emphasizes the alarming statistic that American teenagers spend an average of 9 hours on screens daily, concluding with a vocabulary recap and resources for further learning.
