In this episode of Who Are These Guys?, JK, Jesse, and Kurt unpack the emotional gut-punch that is Netflix’s Adolescence—a show that holds up a mirror to everything that’s quietly breaking us in modern life.

We get into it all: the isolation hidden behind screen time, the chaos of algorithmic influence, and why the so-called “freedom” of the digital age often feels like a trap. 

The hosts reflect on their own adolescence vs. what kids are up against today, and how a generation raised online is navigating identity, connection, and constant comparison.

From school systems and group chats to parental pressure and cultural overstimulation, this conversation explores the question: What’s the cost of a life that never lets you be still?

Expect hot takes, personal stories, social commentary, and more than a few moments that hit way too close to home.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re constantly running but never arriving, this one’s for you.

01:00 Spring Cleaning and Big Changes

01:31 Discussing a Deep TV Show

05:22 The Impact of Technology on Society

07:23 The Education System and Its Flaws

26:08 Parenting Challenges and School Issues

34:16 The Influence of Media and Culture

39:34 Balancing Effort and Relaxation

40:45 Near Car Accident Experience

45:26 Control and Personal Preferences

51:54 Future Plans and Goals

59:24 Phone Mishaps and Reflections

01:02:43 Late Night Thoughts and TV Shows