Toni and Jackie dig into how our feeds quietly train our brains and what it takes to break the loop. From the “I Don’t Care Club” (perimenopause energy!) to kayaking the Colorado and a therapist’s “two mountains” analogy, we explore neuroplasticity, Barbara Fredrickson’s broaden-and-build framework, and practical ways to curate a healthier digital diet. Plus: mood-reset hacks (dog-shaming videos, kitchen dance parties) and how to talk with family—especially teens—about what their algorithms are serving up.In this episode: • Why “change your life → change your algorithm” actually works • How therapy reframes patterns you can’t see yourself • Simple steps to outsmart doom-scrolling (unfollow, linger on joy) • The positivity playlist: joy, awe, inspiration & moreTell us: What’s your instant mood reset? Drop it in the comments below!

Jackie and Toni spotlight entrepreneurs turning childhood struggles into products with purpose—from avatar-based peer support to mood-check apps—then unpack what works, what worries them, and how to build with ethics when the users are young and vulnerable.

In this episode:

• Origin stories: when a founder’s teen pain becomes a mission-driven startup

• What “help” looks like at scale: anonymity, avatars, and finding your people

• Peer support vs. licensed therapy: where each fits, and how to blend them

• Guardrails that matter: moderation, crisis pathways, and evidence of impact

• Data & duty of care: privacy for kids, retention policies, and long-tail risk

• Questions for parents, schools, and builders before recommending or adopting

Link to this week's article: https://people.com/innerworld-noah-robinson-grew-up-suicidal-how-video-game-saved-his-life-inspired-him-help-others-8665027?utm_source=chatgpt.com

This week, Jackie and Toni dig into an LA Times op-ed on why the human brain doesn’t learn or remember like AI—and why that difference is a feature, not a bug. From neurodiversity and standardized tests to doctors using AI as a tool (not a replacement), they explore how “the messy middle” of trial, error, and reflection fuels real learning and creativity. Plus: dataset bias (hello, “ruler = cancer” problem), the limits of “move fast and break things,” and simple ways to build curiosity and mindfulness into everyday life.
In this episode:
• The harm of forcing brains into computer metaphors
• How AI can support teachers and clinicians—without skipping the learning process
• Dataset bias and why guardrails/regulation matter
• Practical reflection habits (change one variable, stay curious)
• A fun nod to art and sound design inspiring creative thinking
Rate & follow for more bite-sized wisdom at the intersection of therapy, tech, and everyday life—and tell us where you’ve seen “messy thinking” pay off.

Link to the article in today's show: https://www.latimes.com/opinion/story/2025-07-09/human-brain-artificial-intelligence-model

Jackie (noise lover) and Toni (silence stan) dive into the trend of nonstop listening—podcasts, audiobooks, background TV—and ask: when is constant sound comforting, and when does it crowd out connection and reflection? Inspired by an essay on “podcast detox,” they swap personal habits (showers with pods vs. monk-like quiet), unpack “emotional support podcasts,” and explore why some brains focus better with noise while others need stillness.
In this episode:
• Signs your listening is helping vs. hijacking your attention and relationships
• Speed-listening (1.5x, 2x): when it aids learning—and when it backfires
• ADHD, stimulation, and why some people need noise to focus
• The creepy magic of anechoic chambers vs. the calmer reset of float tanks
• Micro-experiments to right-size your input: silent walks, yin yoga, mindful “sound breaks”
Rate & follow for more Therapy, Tech & Takeout—and tell us: are you Team Background Noise or Team Blessed Silence?

Link to the article we discussed today: https://www.oprahdaily.com/life/a65133580/podcasts-brain-impact/?utm_campaign=trueanthemFBOPR&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook

Jackie and Toni dig into school cell-phone bans and what constant connectivity is doing to teens’ developing brains. From parent safety worries to classroom focus, bullying, and comparison culture, they unpack why “just take the phones away” isn’t a full solution & how collaboration between parents, kids, and schools can build healthier habits.
In this episode:
• Pros/cons of banning phones in school (focus vs. safety anxiety)
• What kids actually need: boundaries, media literacy, and a voice in the rules
• Algorithms, comparison culture, and mood disorders
• Practical ideas: tech pauses, family agreements, and classroom norms that work

Link to the article we discussed today: https://www.taylorpress.net/article/10240,east-wilco-schools-hanging-up-on-cellphones