Parenting in the Screen Age
The Screenagers podcast

Raising The Amazing Generation: Helping Kids Become Wiser Tech Users

January 12, 2026

In this episode, Dr Ruston is joined by journalist and author Catherine Price, author of How To Break Up With Your Phone. They discuss her new book co-authored with Jonathan Haidt, 'The Amazing Generation,' aimed at empowering kids to be tech-savvy and foster real-world connections.

The conversation includes practical tips for managing tech use in families and the concept of 'The Rebels Code' for kids to use technology wisely. In addition Price shares details about tech time limits with her 10 year old daughter.

Expert

Catherine Price

 

Books

The Amazing Generation by Jonathan Haidt and Catherine Price

How To Break Up With Your Phone by Catherine Price

 

Other Resources

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Time Code

00:00 Introduction to Parenting in the Screen Age

00:18 Meet Catherine Price: Breaking Up with Your Phone

01:11 The Genesis of The Amazing Generation

04:18 The Structure and Purpose of The Amazing Generation

06:21 Real-Life Applications and Parental Guidance

18:48 Practical Tips for Managing Screen Time

25:28 Conclusion and Resources

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