It’s rare that cultures as distinct as agribusiness and web development intertwine, but that’s exactly what happened in San Mateo, California. Margaret Fotinos, an innovative vintner Silicon Valley, is the mind behind Forget-Me-Knit. Margaret offers insights into the creative process behind Forget-Me-Knit, exploring how this project serves as a tool for the cultivation of digital well-being amidst the psychological dangers of modern technology. This episode is a testament to the power of cross-disciplinary learning and the potential for diverse fields to contribute to our understanding of digi ..read more

In this enlightening episode of LOG OFF and Listen Up, we welcome Robert Greenfield, a high school teacher with a passion for educating the next generation about the history and impact of social media and the internet. Robert offers a unique perspective on how digital landscapes shape student learning, engagement, and social behavior. Through a deep dive into the mechanisms that govern social media platforms and the internet, he provides a comprehensive overview of their roles in both the advancement and the challenges faced by today's youth supported by personal anecdotes. GUEST INFO: Liste ..read more

School is back in session, and according to a 2023 United Nations report, one in four countries have banned or restricted the use of mobile phones in schools. Cyberbullying, in-class distractions, and a youth mental health crisis are among some of the top concerns of educators around the world. But does banning smartphones actually work? Are there solutions that are less contentious? What philosophy should be used to govern phone use in schools? LOG OFF’s Director of Resource Development, Matthew Stevens, joins the podcast to share his own experiences with technology in the classroom and offe ..read more

You might be wondering how a bedroom project can transform into a movement that has been recognized internationally. Emma Lembke and Clara Wasserman, two of the architects behind the LOG OFF Movement join the show to share their personal experiences as co-founders of the movement, introduce the issues that the movement will be taking on over the coming months, and offer advice for young people who want a different relationship with social media. GUEST INFO: Follow Emma on Twitter here. CONNECT WITH US: Learn more about the LOG OFF Movement here. Follow us @logoffmovement on Twitter and Instagr ..read more

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What happens to a teen when they go from a phone-free semester school to the phone-centric hallways of your average American public school? For Aliza Kopans, the relocation catalyzed her journey as a youth digital advocate. Join the Founder of LOG OFF–Emma Lembke– as she interviews Aliza Kopans about her experience in the world of digital wellbeing and how she became Co-Founder (with Emma) of Tech(nically) Politics– a youth lobbying movement dedicated to uplifting youth voices to push forth Big Tech Regulation.   ..read more

How do you study social connectedness and well-being? What is human flourishing? Today's guest has these answers. This episode hones in on one incredible interdisciplinary research scholar, Steven Crane, and his exploration into biotechnology, ethics, social connectedness. His academic passion for human flourishing has helped yield one of the best resources for saving screen time, The Screentime Genie. See more on Steven Crane’s personal website: https://stevencrane.me/ or his Stanford project website at https://boundariesofhumanity.stanford.edu ..read more

You have heard of marketing, financial, and legal consulting, but have you ever considered the need for a Screentime Consultant? This episode's guest, Emily Cherkin, has created an entirely new counseling branch dedicated to helping families with their screen usage. Listen in as Emma and Emily discuss her internationally recognized consulting practices and the necessity for a “tech-intentional” approach when discussing screen time boundaries in a family unit. For more information on Emily and her work as "The Screentime Consultant", visit her website here or at https://www.thescreentimeconsult ..read more

What is digital balance, and how can an individual move closer to achieving it? Find answers to these questions and many more as Emma Lembke (LOG OFF CEO) interviews the 24 year old digital advocate and 3 time Tedx Speaker Rijul Arora.  Below are avenues to contact Rijul: Instagram: rijularoras Website: www.rijularora.com ..read more

In this episode, Maddie, Hannah, and Emma discuss the origins of LOG OFF and where they hope to go from here ..read more