Mike “Whit” Whitaker on Navigating AI as a Parent, Healthy Social Media Boundaries, How to Have Productive Conversations with Your Kids, & Building Resilience in a Digital Age

In this insightful interview, Mike Whitaker, or "Whit," shares his expertise on navigating the complex world of AI and parenting. He discusses his book 'Family Throughlines,' frameworks for family stability, and practical strategies for teaching children about AI, social media, and digital safety.

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Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction to Mike Whitaker

05:17 - The Concept of Family Through Lines

09:58 - Waypoints for AI Navigation

15:56 - The Emotional Weight of AI for Students

22:15 - Navigating AI in Education: Voices Stifled

27:53 - Balancing Technology and Human Connection

35:26 - Creating a Shared Reality with Kids

40:45 - Teaching Kids to Be Smartly Skeptical

Key Topics:

- Family Throughlines framework for parenting

- Four AI waypoints for parents and kids

- The importance of shared reality in parenting

- Strategies for discussing AI and social media with children

- Protecting human spaces from technology overload

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