As the holidays approach, Joyce explores how division at work and in society affects our well-being.

A listener’s story about two rival managers sparks a new question: What’s the difference between having choices and having to pick sides?

Plus, Chapter 8 of Human Glitch continues with Quinn’s night at Crenshaw High and a lesson in authenticity.

This week kicks off with a big question: Is this generation of youth fundamentally different, or are we just seeing familiar struggles through a new lens? Between tech overload and deepening ideological divides, the answers aren’t simple.

Then in Human Glitch, Chapter 7:

Caleb and River clash over whether their wealthy classmate Quinn belongs at a Crenshaw football game. What starts as a debate about inclusion becomes a deeper reflection on identity, loyalty, and the power of being seen.

In this new episode of Human Glitch, Quinn heads into a long-awaited therapy session with Dr. Han. As they talk, buried questions about trust, identity, and being “the strong one” begin to surface—pushing Quinn to confront what they've kept hidden.

Host Joyce Coffey opens with a reflection on last episode’s big question and challenges the idea that we can simply ignore what others think.

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