SANITY Podcast

When You're Hurting and Everyone Else Is Celebrating

In this significant discussion, we sit down with Jeff Kimball to navigate the complexities of grief, especially during the holidays. Kimball shares his personal emotional story, shedding light on the profound impact of loss on his family and offering insights into managing sadness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

MAGA Media Figures Demand Answers From Trump

Happy Festivus, everyone! In this episode of the Sanity Podcast, we dive into the airing of grievances by prominent MAGA media figures, with a special focus on the spirit of "frank costanza." We also hear from Josh Christensen, the New York Post D.C. Bureau chief, who offers insights into a significant exodus from a political group, making this a truly relevant "tv show" discussion. 👍 Don't forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you don't miss our next discussion! 💬 COMMENT: What are your thoughts on political grievances in today's media? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Is AI Making College Kids Dumber?

Dave and Alisyn tackle the crucial topic of artificial intelligence and its impact on everyone, especially parents and students. This conversation explores how to prepare children for college and how institutions like Ohio State are addressing AI in education. We discuss the job impact of AI and the future of learning, including tools like ChatGPT and machine learning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

How Do We Raise Kids in the Age of AI? Former Google Engineer Explains

Raising children in the age of AI might be the most important parenting challenge of our lifetime. In this in-depth conversation, Soulaiman Itani, a former Google AI developer explains how he’s using AI to raise his 4-year-old son, what excites him, and what truly scares him about the future. We talk about AI-generated stories that help kids process emotions, the risk of misinformation, the future of white-collar jobs, and why “never trust — always verify” should be a rule for every child. We also dig into when kids should start using AI, how much access they should have, and whether governments need to regulate AI the way they (failed to) regulate social media. You’ll learn: - How AI can help kids with social and emotional skills - The real dangers of AI for children and teens - Which skills will still matter when AI can do most desk jobs - What parents can do today to prepare kids for the future of work Like, comment, and subscribe for more honest conversations about technology, parenting, and the future of work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Trump, Shapiro, Cox & the Collapse of Moral Leadership in America

America is exhausted. In this candid political conversation, we dig into why moral leadership and basic civility feel so rare in U.S. politics right now. From Governors Josh Shapiro and Spencer Cox to Donald Trump and Marjorie Taylor Greene, we talk about how our leaders speak, what they reward, and what that says about us as voters. Are we being programmed by algorithms and outrage machines, or are our politicians simply giving us what we ask for? We break down: Why thoughtful, civil dialogue feels so refreshing Whether Trumpism survives after Trump How social media and cable news shape our worst instincts The responsibility of governors, presidents, and regular citizens What most Americans actually want from leadership in 2024 and beyond If you’re tired of performative politics and want a real, honest discussion about America’s future, this conversation is for you. Like, comment, and subscribe if you want more long-form breakdowns of leadership, rhetoric, and the stories we tell about our politics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]