Teen Life Podcast
We research teen culture so you can focus on connection.
Build a better relationship with the teens in your life by gaining insider knowledge into what teens are experiencing in school, on social media, and with their friends. We talk about the latest trends, new apps, teen terms, and better ways to connect.
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Ep. 45: Digital Detox & ASMR
Can unplugging for a day really make a difference in a constantly connected world? We talk digital detox, ASMR, and failing like a champ.
Ep. 44: Suggested Content & Winter Olympics Drama
Chris and Karlie discuss social media suggested content- how it’s chosen for you and how to stop seeing content you didn’t choose to follow.
Ep. 43: Generational Differences & Euphoria
What makes Gen Z different from Millennials or Generation X? Chris and Karlie talk generational differences, trending show, Euphoria, & blocking unwanted content on Instagram.
Ep. 42: Black History Month & Winter Fits
Chris and Karlie are back together with some of their favorite ways to celebrate Black History Month and an update on the latest trends in teen fashion.
Ep. 41: Dating at School & Valentine’s Day
Join Tobin Hodges and Karlie Duke to talk teen romance and what parents and teachers can do to encourage teens have healthy dating relationships.
Ep. 40: Preparing to Launch & The Sex Talk
Karlie talks launching teens from home and “the sex talk” with her dad and parenting expert, Chris Hatchett, in a conversation you won’t want to miss.
Ep. 39: Athletics & Monetization of Youtube
Josh Duke joins Karlie for a coach’s perspective on how to make the most of school athletics for teenagers. Josh and Karlie also explore how channels build and lose revenue on YouTube.
Ep. 38: Social Media & the Metaverse
Join Karlie and Kelly in a candid conversation about algorithms and how to talk with teens about the effects it can have on self-esteem. Don’t miss where they break down the “metaverse” and better ways to set health goals without encouraging a negative body image.
Ep 37: How to Start & Sabbaticals
Most people start the year full of resolution… which ends somewhere around January 5. But what if there was a way to set goals that made them easier to keep?
TL Selects: Race with Robert Purvey
Join Chris and Karlie with special guest Robert Purvey in an important conversation on the importance of talking about racism with our teenagers.