Rethinking Childhood in a Digital World with Emily Harrison

What if some of the things we’ve accepted as normal for childhood aren’t actually healthy? Children and teenagers now spend hours each day on devices, carry the internet in their pockets, and increasingly experience friendship, entertainment, and even education through technology. But as Emily Harrison explains, there is an important difference between what is common and what is actually good for children.  Emily returns to BaseCamp Live as a wave of lawsuits against major technology and social media companies begins bringing years of internal research and concerns into the courtroom. She and Davies explore what these cases are revealing about addictive design, why simply limiting screen time may not address the deeper problem, and why parents should be cautious about assuming that a product is safe simply because it is widely available.  But this conversation isn't ultimately about Silicon Valley or courtrooms. It's about the children in our homes and schools right now. Emily offers practical ways families can introduce technology gradually, create healthy boundaries around phones and social media, and give children increasing freedom without handing them unlimited access. She also shares how schools can rethink responsible technology use and create communities where choosing a different path doesn't have to mean standing alone. The goal isn't to fear technology. It's to recover a vision of childhood shaped by wisdom, relationship, responsibility, and the freedom to grow up without every part of life being mediated through a screen. Special Thanks to our partners who make *BaseCamp Live* possible: Worldview Institute Wisdom and Eloquence The Herzog Foundation ZipCast Life Architects Wisephone by Techless *Stay tuned for more enlightening discussions on classical Christian education, and join us next time on BaseCamp Live! Remember to subscribe, leave us a review, and reach out to us at* [*info@basecamplive.com*](info@basecamplive.com) *Don't forget to visit* basecamplive.com *for more info and past episodes.*