Rise Up

Welcome to Perilous World Radio! Joining us today are your hosts, Alan Masters from the Foundation of Human Understanding, and Brian Boteller from the Grants Pass Gospel Rescue Mission. In this episode, the conversation centers on a poignant, reflective question: “What would you tell your younger self?” As the hosts share their insights, they delve into the wisdom that comes with age, especially as they watch their own children transition into young adulthood. Together, they explore the challenges and uncertainties this new stage brings, addressing the doubts and fears their children often have about meeting expectations compared to you. Tune in as they provide thoughtful advice and personal anecdotes that resonate with anyone navigating the complexities of life and parenting.

On the Patriot Outreach segment with Colonel Tony Monaco and Chaplain Laird “Chap” Thompson, the discussion centers on the “Youth mental health crisis caused by social media.” In 2026, social media is harming children’s mental, physical, and spiritual health, leading to unprecedented levels of sexual exploitation and suicidality due to inadequate safeguards. Social media companies like META and YouTube are now facing legal action for allegedly designing addictive platforms that expose children to harmful content and interactions with AI chatbots. The number of technology-facilitated child abuse cases in the U.S. surged from 4,700 in 2023 to over 67,000 in 2024. Additionally, adolescent mental health diagnoses rose by 35% from 2016 to 2023, with anxiety disorders increasing by 61% and depression by 45%. Half of young adults aged 18 to 24 report moderate to severe depression. This is a wake-up call — our youth are under attack!

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