Teen Journalist Wyatt Sharpe Takes on Canada's Social Media Ban

Teen Journalist Wyatt Sharpe Takes on Canada's Social Media Ban

At just 17 years old, Wyatt Sharpe has already interviewed a former Canadian prime minister, cabinet ministers, and some of the biggest names in politics. Now, he's speaking out against his own government's proposal to ban social media for anyone under 16. In this episode of The Pod Millennial, Wyatt shares what it's really like growing up in the digital age, how social life has changed for teenagers since the pandemic, and what it's like building a career in journalism while still in high school. We also discuss Canada's proposed social media restrictions, why similar proposals are gaining momentum in the United Kingdom, and whether the United States could be next. Are these bans protecting children—or limiting parental choice and free expression? Join Libby Emmons and Wyatt Sharpe for a thoughtful conversation about parenting, technology, politics, and what the next generation thinks about growing up online. LINKS:  Subscribe to Libby's daily newsletter at libbysdesk.com [http://libbysdesk.com] Follow Libby Emmons on X: https://x.com/libbyemmons [https://x.com/libbyemmons] Find all episodes at thepodmillennial.com [http://thepodmillennial.com] Support our AMAZING sponsor Home Title Lock! https://www.hometitlelock.com/libby [https://www.hometitlelock.com/libby] Wyatt Sharpe’s YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nhn_GMYu97k [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nhn_GMYu97k] See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].

How to Steal a House: A Convicted Fraudster Reveals the Shocking Truth

Matthew Cox spent years on the U.S. Secret Service's most wanted list for mortgage fraud and title theft before serving 12 years in prison. In this eye-opening interview on The Pod Millennial with Libby Emmons, he pulls back the curtain on "house stealing"—a crime in which fraudsters forge property titles, assume a homeowner's identity, and borrow hundreds of thousands of dollars against a home they don't own, all without the real owner ever knowing. Cox walks through exactly how the scam works, sharing real examples from his own criminal past, including one scheme that netted nearly $1 million on a home purchased for a fraction of that price. Perhaps most alarming, county recording offices have no obligation to verify signatures, notary stamps, or documents before filing them. As Cox explains, if the paperwork appears to be in order, it gets recorded—no questions asked. Victims often don't discover the fraud until foreclosure notices begin arriving, by which point recovery can cost tens of thousands of dollars in legal fees. This episode also covers how listeners can protect themselves and check whether they've already been targeted, in partnership with Home Title Lock. Protect your home today: www.HomeTitleLock.com/Libby [http://www.hometitlelock.com/Libby] See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].

YMCA Uses Taxpayer Money To Create Trans Summer Camp Nightmares

Libby Emmons sits down with Alleigh Marre, executive director of the American Parents Coalition, to break down a year-long investigation into YMCA summer camp policies that assign housing based on gender identity rather than sex — sometimes without informing parents. Marre explains how the YMCA, which reports stewarding $600 million a year in federal funds from agencies like HHS, HUD, and the Department of Education, is required to comply with Title IX, yet continues to blur sex-based protections for kids and staff alike. The conversation covers the legal mechanics of Title IX and how the Biden administration's reinterpretation reshaped enforcement, the real consequences for girls in sports and camp settings, and why the girls who quietly get squeezed out of teams and opportunities may be the biggest hidden cost of all. Marre and Emmons also discuss the cultural shift asking dads to get more involved, the practical steps parents can take (from sample letters to legislator scripts), and why organizing as a group of parents is more effective than going it alone. Learn more and get involved at americanparentscoalition.org [http://americanparentscoalition.org].  Subscribe to Libby's daily newsletter at libbysdesk.com [http://libbysdesk.com] Follow Libby Emmons on X: https://x.com/libbyemmons [https://x.com/libbyemmons] Find all episodes at thepodmillennial.com [http://thepodmillennial.com] Support our AMAZING sponsor Home Title Lock! https://www.hometitlelock.com/libby [https://www.hometitlelock.com/libby] See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].

Haitians of Springfield: What Really Happened in Ohio

On this episode of The Pod Millennial, Libby Emmons sits down with New York Times bestselling author Joshua Lisec to unpack his upcoming book, "Haitians of Springfield." They go beyond the viral "cats and dogs" meme from the 2024 election cycle to explore the real story of mass migration's impact on Springfield, Ohio — from surging housing costs and strained public services to a "two-tiered justice system" and the cultural tensions between working-class residents and a so-called "empathy maxing elite."  Lisec shares firsthand accounts from ten weeks of on-the-ground reporting, revealing how a Rust Belt town became a flashpoint in America's immigration debate, and what he calls a widening caste divide between heritage Americans and the NGO-driven administrative class that governs their community. Plus, a personal monologue from Libby about her lifelong love affair with Independence Day. It's a meditation on what the Fourth of July really means — a holiday with no ancient roots, entirely invented, entirely American: brash, rich, gauche, and hard-won. Subscribe to Libby's daily newsletter at libbysdesk.com [http://libbysdesk.com] Follow Libby Emmons on X: https://x.com/libbyemmons [https://x.com/libbyemmons] Find all episodes at thepodmillennial.com [http://thepodmillennial.com] Joshua Lisec’s book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/06YueSVb [https://a.co/d/06YueSVb] Support our AMAZING sponsor Home Title Lock! https://www.hometitlelock.com/libby [https://www.hometitlelock.com/libby] See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].

Former FBI Agent Exposes How You Can Lose Your Home Due to a Legal Loophole

In this eye-opening conversation, former FBI Special Agent and licensed private investigator Tom Simon shares with Libby Emmons one of the most covert financial crimes in America: home title fraud, coined “house stealing” by the FBI. Drawing on 26 years of experience investigating financial crimes for the FBI, Tom explains how criminals can file fraudulent documents with your county clerk's office to transfer legal ownership of your home without your knowledge or permission. Once they own the property on record, they can use your home/property as collateral for loans or even sell it to unsuspecting buyers. In this episode, you'll learn: * How home title fraud actually works—and why county offices aren't designed to stop it. * Why victims often discover the crime only after significant financial damage has been done. * Why recovering your property can be difficult, even with law enforcement involved. * Who is most at risk. * How homeowners can protect themselves. Learn more: Visit https://hometitlelock.com/libby [https://hometitlelock.com/libby] and use promo code LIBBY to receive a FREE title history report to make sure you’re not already a victim. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].