In this episode of Unplug, Haiko and Evan expose how seemingly harmless platforms can become dangerous spaces, why kids are especially vulnerable online, and what parents and guardians can do to protect them. We break down the tactics predators use and share practical strategies to improve children’s digital safety.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why “innocent” apps and games can secretly harbor online predators
• How and why children are often the first targets online
• Simple, effective ways to strengthen your child’s online safety

If you care about online safety, parenting in the digital age, and protecting kids from online exploitation, this episode is a must-listen.

In this episode, we explore why modern AI tools can invent facts, reinforce beliefs, and even influence how we think. We break down how these systems respond to us, why they tend to validate what we say, and how that can quietly distort our perception.

Main takeaways:

• AI models can hallucinate — inventing details or presenting confident misinformation — so don’t take every answer at face value.
• LLMs are built to please users, which can lead to subtle sycophancy and the reinforcement of pre-existing ideas or delusions.
• Learn practical prompting tricks to make AI more objective and reduce bias in its responses.

This episode covers the science behind AI hallucinations, how to stay grounded when interacting with chatbots, and why mindful use matters in the age of generative intelligence.

In this episode of Unplug, we explore the rise of erotic AI conversations and what they mean for intimacy, relationships, and real human connection. As chatbots become more emotionally engaging, we question whether this technology is helping people—or quietly replacing something essential.

Key Takeaways

• AI chatbots are replacing real intimacy: ChatGPT and similar tools are slowly diminishing real-life connections by offering artificial intimacy that competes with genuine relationships.
• User well-being is taking a back seat: By allowing erotic conversations, OpenAI risks profiting from vulnerable and lonely users instead of protecting their best interests.
• Fantasy is easier—but dangerous: While chatbots make it tempting to explore fantasies, we share ways to stay grounded in real life and recognize this as another digital trap.

A necessary conversation on AI ethics, loneliness, and the future of human intimacy.

In this episode of Unplug, we dive into the tricks you can use to recognize Ai generated content that is polluting the internet with slop. Each day, this type of content is becoming more and more realistic and we need to be aware of it before it becomes ubiquitous online.

Here is what you'll learn from this episode:

• Most of the web is being artificially generated - if we keep developing powerful AI systems, it will be impossible to discern real from fake content as fake content will become ubiquitous across the web.

• We need more robust systems to detect and help us limit the amount of AI generated content that appears online and on social media.

• We`re going to give you the three best ways to recognize AI generated content and what you can do to protect yourself from it.

Also, make sure to stick around until the end because you won't believe what Big Tech companies are building to power their mission towards superintelligence.

In this episode of Unplug, we talk about the next generation of short form content: Ai generated videos by the new Sora 2 app. We discuss the ramifications of this new app on mental health and what you can do to prevent slop from entering your life.

Here` what you'll learn from this episode:

• Ai is creating more mindless content that lacks creativity and is making young people frustrated - a lot of people are starting to call it `Slop`

• We`re going to discuss the implications of this app and how it will likely have a negative effect on mental health. More research needs to be done in this area but it remains clear that AI companies are profiting from people’s vulnerabilities and further exacerbating the addictive nature of social media.

• We’ll look at what you can do to unplug from AI slop and encourage tech companies to pursue AI that is aligned with people’s well being.

Make sure to listen until the end because we revealed some of the sloppiest of Ai slop online!

In this episode, we settle the debate: What is worse between gaming and doomscrolling?

We cover a new study that shows the detrimental mental health consequences that arise from doomscrolling and the results will probably shock you. We also cover some positive mental health outcomes from gaming in your leisure time.

Here is what you'll learn from watching this episode:

• Doomscrolling has multiple mental health consequences and according to a new study even evokes existential anxiety and fosters misanthropy - a dislike of humankind

• Gaming can often provide structure and purpose, where you engage with the activity. Whereas doomscrolling is more passive and mentally draining increasing feelings of anxiety

• It’s not just about screen time — it’s about how that time affects your mood, focus, and overall well-being

Make sure to listen until the end to understand which behavior is truly better for you.

In this episode, we cover a fascinating study that reveals how mothers' screen time can affect their own children and even increase the chance of screen time use for the children. Make sure to listen to the episode to better understand how your screen time use can impact your own child.

Here's what you, the mother - the primary caregiver or future parent , will learn from this episode:

• Children mirror their parents, especially their mothers. The study we`re covering today shows that when mothers spend more time on their smartphones, their children not only use them earlier but are also at higher risk for excessive screen time.

• Mothers that are either absent from their children's lives or constantly at work led to a higher risk of excessive screentime for their child. Children tend to turn towards screens when they don`t have any real connection with their parents. 

• Based on this study, we will be recommending better alternatives for your own smartphone use and recommend healthier habits for your child`s sake. 

Make sure to stick around until the end to learn about the Still face experiment and how phones are now the new version of this famous experiment!

In this second part of our two-part series, we dive deep into the real solutions for breaking free from pornography addiction once and for all. Instead of fighting a losing battle, you’ll learn how to recognize the root issues behind the habit, confront feelings of boredom, loneliness, and anxiety, and finally create a plan that sticks.

We’ll explore why honesty is the first step to regaining control, how to overcome the “I’ll quit tomorrow” mindset, and what practical strategies can help you reclaim your focus and energy. Backed by research, stats, and actionable advice, this episode is your complete guide to ending the cycle .

What you’ll learn in this episode:

Why hiding your behavior is a red flag—and how to face it head-on

• The connection between boredom, loneliness, and porn use

• How social anxiety can fuel digital addictions

• Practical strategies to detox, build real connections, and define your “why”

If you’re ready to reclaim your focus, rebuild your confidence, and quit porn for good, this episode is for you.

In this first part of a two-part series, we dive into one of the most hidden yet destructive forces shaping modern life: pornography. Far from being “just entertainment,” porn hijacks the brain, rewires focus, and erodes the foundation of meaningful relationships.

Here’s what you’ll discover in this episode:

• The History of Pornography – From ancient cave art to the rise of the internet and “tube” sites, learn how pornography has always found ways to entrap human desire.

• The Brain Science of Addiction – How porn manipulates the dopamine system, leaving users restless, unfocused, and detached from real intimacy.

• The Rise of AI Porn – How deepfakes, personalization, and synthetic animations are making this addiction even more dangerous than before.

Along the way, we’ll share real stories of men struggling with porn addiction, chilling examples of how it has shaped lives, and the unsettling truth about where the industry is heading.

If you’ve ever wondered how porn affects happiness, focus, and love—or if you’ve struggled with it yourself—this episode will give you the clarity and tools to see the bigger picture.

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In this episode, we explore how modern game design blurs the line between entertainment and exploitation. Beyond the visuals and action, many titles are engineered to keep you engaged—and spending—through carefully crafted reward systems.

What You'll Learn:

• How Gacha mobile games—modeled after Japanese gachapon vending machines—use gambling-like mechanics to drive repeated spending for chance-based virtual rewards.
• Why major franchises like Call of Duty, Fortnite, FIFA, and NBA 2K are built around microtransactions, encouraging purchases of skins, avatars, and stickers that don’t affect gameplay yet keep players paying.
• How to identify and support games that respect your time and attention, offering genuine fun without exploiting your wallet.

We break down the tactics these companies use to lure you into spending more money—and what you can do to avoid falling into the trap.