Why do so many people end up in relationships that make them unhappy?

Why do so many people get weaker, less capable and gain more body fat as they get older?

Why do so many people feel tired, bloated, inflamed and stuck even when they are trying to be healthy?

What are GLP-1 weight loss drugs doing to the fitness industry? Are peptides actually worth the hype? And has science based training gone too far?

Screen time is the wrong metric.

In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Catherine Knibbs (PhD), a leading cyber trauma expert and online safety specialist, to unpack what’s really happening to kids online and what parents can actually do about it.

We go beyond the usual “just limit screen time” advice and talk about the signals that matter more than minutes, why online exposure can create real-world trauma responses, and how families can set practical boundaries without turning home into a constant fight. We also dive into the rise of AI, the risks of chatbots and ads being integrated into tools like ChatGPT, and how fast the online landscape is changing for kids and teens.

You’ll also hear Catherine’s take on Australia’s under-16 social media ban, what it could improve, what it might miss, and what she believes is the true long-term solution for protecting children online. Plus, we cover modern parenting challenges like phubbing, why staying relevant matters more than being strict, and whether adult gaming is a harmless way to unwind or a coping tool that can become a problem.

If you’re a parent, educator, or simply trying to be more intentional with technology at home, this conversation will give you a smarter framework than just counting hours.

Dr. Catherine Knibbs (PhD)

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