Teens aren’t asking for money or stuff—they just want to feel seen by their parents. In this episode of Big Mama’s House Podcast – a Podcast for Teens, Big Mama shares real student stories (including the viral quote “This isn’t Build-A-Bear”) and survey results from 15 years of working with teens. If you’ve ever felt ignored, misunderstood, or like your parents don’t really know you, this one’s for you.
In Season 2, Episode 5 of Big Mama’s House Podcast for Teens, Jesse “Big Mama” Weinberger breaks down why today’s teens face more pressure than any generation before. From loneliness, social media pressure, and the “attention economy” to how adults misunderstand what it’s like to grow up digital, this episode delivers laughs, truth, and jaw-dropping stats. Share it with parents, teachers, or friends who just don’t get it—and let Big Mama do the explaining.
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In Season 2, Episode 5 of Big Mama’s House Podcast for Teens, Jesse “Big Mama” Weinberger breaks down why today’s teens face more pressure than any generation before. From loneliness, social media pressure, and the “attention economy” to how adults misunderstand what it’s like to grow up digital, this episode delivers laughs, truth, and jaw-dropping stats. Share it with parents, teachers, or friends who just don’t get it—and let Big Mama do the explaining.
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What can we ALL do to reduce device time? (Parents too!) Strategies to reduce phone pickups via using Do Not Disturb and using gamification (kids v parents) to see who can use their devices for the least amount of time. We also debate the usefulness of Apple Watches (Big Mama is NOT convinced).
In today’s episode, I’m going to help the Squid Squad teach their parents why you cannot, in fact, pause a live game. Explaining to parents how live games work, (because they’re LIVE). Helping parents imagine how it feels to be yanked out of their world – like by a Magic Claw. Jesse “Big Mama” Weinberger is an Internet Safety Speaker & the host of the Internet Safety Podcast: Big Mama’s House Podcast- A Podcast for Teens
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Season 02 : Episode 06 : This Isn’t Build a Bear – aka When Teens Feel Ignored by Parents
Big Mama's House Podcast, BlogTeens aren’t asking for money or stuff—they just want to feel seen by their parents. In this episode of Big Mama’s House Podcast – a Podcast for Teens, Big Mama shares real student stories (including the viral quote “This isn’t Build-A-Bear”) and survey results from 15 years of working with teens. If you’ve ever felt ignored, misunderstood, or like your parents don’t really know you, this one’s for you.
Season 02 : Episode 05 : This Is the Best Time of Your Life & Other Lies – The Back to School Episode
Big Mama's House Podcast, BlogIn Season 2, Episode 5 of Big Mama’s House Podcast for Teens, Jesse “Big Mama” Weinberger breaks down why today’s teens face more pressure than any generation before. From loneliness, social media pressure, and the “attention economy” to how adults misunderstand what it’s like to grow up digital, this episode delivers laughs, truth, and jaw-dropping stats. Share it with parents, teachers, or friends who just don’t get it—and let Big Mama do the explaining.
Season 02 : Episode 04 : Cupcake Truck at a Health Fair – aka Spotting Hypocrisies in the Wild
Big Mama's House Podcast, BlogIn Season 2, Episode 5 of Big Mama’s House Podcast for Teens, Jesse “Big Mama” Weinberger breaks down why today’s teens face more pressure than any generation before. From loneliness, social media pressure, and the “attention economy” to how adults misunderstand what it’s like to grow up digital, this episode delivers laughs, truth, and jaw-dropping stats. Share it with parents, teachers, or friends who just don’t get it—and let Big Mama do the explaining.
Season 02 : Episode 02 : Pings, Games & Princess Frosty Face
Big Mama's House Podcast, BlogWhat can we ALL do to reduce device time? (Parents too!) Strategies to reduce phone pickups via using Do Not Disturb and using gamification (kids v parents) to see who can use their devices for the least amount of time. We also debate the usefulness of Apple Watches (Big Mama is NOT convinced).
Season 02 : Episode 03 : No, Mom You Can’t Pause A Live Game
Big Mama's House Podcast, BlogIn today’s episode, I’m going to help the Squid Squad teach their parents why you cannot, in fact, pause a live game. Explaining to parents how live games work, (because they’re LIVE). Helping parents imagine how it feels to be yanked out of their world – like by a Magic Claw. Jesse “Big Mama” Weinberger is an Internet Safety Speaker & the host of the Internet Safety Podcast: Big Mama’s House Podcast- A Podcast for Teens