Digital Social Hour

From overcoming a $650,000 gambling addiction to why he believes "godless people" are the scariest to work with, Evan Hovich dives deep into the discipline required to succeed. We discuss why he dropped out of college, his take on the "toxic masculinity" narrative, and how traveling to third-world countries changed his perspective on American privilege.✨ What You'll Learn🧹 The Broker Model: How to run a massive cleaning company without ever picking up a mop or knowing how to clean.💸 The Gambling Warning: Why winning is actually the most dangerous part of a gambling addiction for an addict.🎓 The College Trap: Recognizing when formal education is a "scam" for those pursuing high-level entrepreneurship.🌍 Grateful Travel: Why staying with locals in third-world countries provides a better education than a resort.⚖️ Radical Accountability: Why blaming yourself—even when it isn't "your fault"—is the only way to grow a business.Chapters0:00 – The Paralyzing Reality of Gambling Addiction1:12 – Why Young Business Owners are Forced into Politics1:56 – The "Aha" Moment: Questioning My Entrepreneurship Professor2:41 – Remote Cleaning Explained: The Drop Servicing Model5:34 – High-Ticket Cleaning: What it Costs to Clean a Convention Center7:22 – Why Modern America is the Best Country in the World8:37 – Perspective Shift: Living with Locals in Bali and Nicaragua10:42 – Bleeding Cash: Losing $650k to Sports Betting14:54 – The Moral Compass: Why Belief in God Matters in Business21:46 – Debunking "Toxic Masculinity" and the Role of a Provider👉 Apply to be on the podcast: https://www.digitalsocialhour.com/application📩 Business inquiries / sponsors: [email protected]👤 GUEST:Evan Hovich - https://www.instagram.com/evanhovich/https://www.instagram.com/remotecleaninginstitute/💼 SPONSORS🥗 Fuel your health with Viome: https://buy.viome.com/SEANUse code “Sean” at checkout for a discount!🎧 LISTEN ON🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-social-hour/id1676846015🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Jn7LXarRlI8Hc0GtTn759📸 Sean Kelly Instagram: @seanmikekelly⚠️ DISCLAIMERThe views and opinions expressed by guests on Digital Social Hour are solely those of the individuals appearing on the podcast and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the host, Sean Kelly, or the Digital Social Hour team.While we encourage open and honest discussions, Sean Kelly is not legally responsible for any statements, claims, or opinions made by guests during the show.Listeners are encouraged to form their own opinions and seek professional advice where appropriate. The content shared is for entertainment and informational purposes only — it should not be taken as legal, medical, financial, or professional advice.We strive to present accurate and reliable information; however, we make no guarantees regarding its completeness or accuracy. The views expressed are solely those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent those of the producers or affiliates of this program.🔥 Stay tuned for more episodes featuring top creators, founders, and innovators shaping the digital world!🔑 KeywordsEvan Hovich, Remote Cleaning Institute, Drop Servicing, Sports Betting Addiction, Conservative Values, Afest, Charlie Kirk, Entrepreneurship, Small Business Scaling, Side Hustles 2026, Financial Freedom, Single Mom Success, Immigrant Mindset, Masculinity.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What happens when you grow up without a stable father… then become a dad yourself?In this episode, Larry (host of Dad Edge / The Good Dad Project) shares a raw, unforgettable story: losing his biological father twice, surviving a fear-based home, and then reconnecting decades later — just in time to break the cycle with his own kids.What you’ll learn from👨‍👦 How father wounds show up in marriage + parenting🧠 Why “good dads” are built through skills, not luck❤️ How to rebuild connection after years of distance🗣️ A conflict framework that stops fights before they explode🧩 The “Drift” that kills intimacy (and how to reverse it)🛡️ Why kids need safety more than perfection🤝 How to fix “rusty friendships” and the male loneliness problem🔁 How to end generational cycles without becoming cold or distant10 Chapters (Timestamps)0:00 – “What if I actually learned how to be a good husband + dad?”0:30 – Larry’s childhood: divorce, no dad, and the “Are you gonna be my dad?” moment3:00 – Chaos at home: addiction, abuse, cops, and fear-based parenting4:30 – Finding his biological father at 12… and losing him again7:20 – Reuniting at 30 in a Starbucks: the email that changed everything10:00 – The truth: why his dad left (and the apology they both needed)13:00 – Why closure matters + how pain shapes parenting16:30 – The night Larry snapped… and the “don’t hurt me” moment19:30 – The Good Dad Project starts: surrendering ego + choosing to learn28:20 – The real crisis: lonely men, rusty friendships, and saving marriages36:30 – The Drift: partnership loops, intimacy drops, and how to fix it46:50 – Conflict resolution skill that changed everything (Observation → Thoughts → Feelings → Wants)🎙️ APPLY OR CONNECT👉 Apply to be on the podcast: https://www.digitalsocialhour.com/application📩 Business inquiries / sponsors: [email protected]👤 GUEST:Larry Hagner - https://www.instagram.com/thedadedge/💼 SPONSORSQUINCE: https://quince.com/dsh🥗 Fuel your health with Viome: https://buy.viome.com/SEANUse code “Sean” at checkout for a discount!🎧 LISTEN ON🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-social-hour/id1676846015🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Jn7LXarRlI8Hc0GtTn759📸 Sean Kelly Instagram: @seanmikekelly⚠️ DISCLAIMERThe views and opinions expressed by guests on Digital Social Hour are solely those of the individuals appearing on the podcast and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the host, Sean Kelly, or the Digital Social Hour team.While we encourage open and honest discussions, Sean Kelly is not legally responsible for any statements, claims, or opinions made by guests during the show.Listeners are encouraged to form their own opinions and seek professional advice where appropriate. The content shared is for entertainment and informational purposes only — it should not be taken as legal, medical, financial, or professional advice.We strive to present accurate and reliable information; however, we make no guarantees regarding its completeness or accuracy. The views expressed are solely those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent those of the producers or affiliates of this program.🔥 Stay tuned for more episodes featuring top creators, founders, and innovators shaping the digital world!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

“I grew up where survival teaches you faster than school ever could.”In this raw, no-filter conversation, Angel Fernandez breaks down what it’s really like growing up on the border — where cartel exposure is normal, responsibility comes early, and maturity isn’t optional.From working at 9 years old, dropping out of high school, selling jewelry at 16, losing and rebuilding millions, navigating anger, cannabis, AI, entrepreneurship, faith, death, and legacy — this episode is about becoming dangerous in the right way.We talk about:• Growing up on the border & cartel reality• Why responsibility matures you faster than comfort• Dropping out of high school to work• Sales as the ultimate survival skill• Losing millions — twice — and rebuilding• AI replacing lawyers, jobs, and entire industries• Why entrepreneurship is spiritual, not glamorous• Pain, sacrifice, and invisible momentum• Faith, death, and being at peace with life• Why most people stay brokeThis isn’t motivation.It’s earned perspective from someone who lived it.Chapters00:00 Growing Up on the Border01:25 Working at 9 Years Old02:30 Making $3K a Month at 1603:25 Dropping Out of High School04:16 Violence, Anger & Survival Mode05:42 Sales Is the Ultimate Skill07:54 Losing Millions — Twice11:44 AI Is Replacing White-Collar Jobs35:57 The Real Cost of Entrepreneurship47:58 Making Peace With Death🎙️ APPLY OR CONNECT👉 Apply to be on the podcast: https://www.digitalsocialhour.com/application📩 Business inquiries / sponsors: [email protected]👤 GUEST:Angel Fernandez - https://www.instagram.com/digitalmoneyangel/💼 SPONSORSQUINCE: https://quince.com/dsh🥗 Fuel your health with Viome: https://buy.viome.com/SEANUse code “Sean” at checkout for a discount!🎧 LISTEN ON🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-social-hour/id1676846015🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Jn7LXarRlI8Hc0GtTn759📸 Sean Kelly Instagram: @seanmikekelly⚠️ DISCLAIMERThe views and opinions expressed by guests on Digital Social Hour are solely those of the individuals appearing on the podcast and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the host, Sean Kelly, or the Digital Social Hour team.While we encourage open and honest discussions, Sean Kelly is not legally responsible for any statements, claims, or opinions made by guests during the show.Listeners are encouraged to form their own opinions and seek professional advice where appropriate. The content shared is for entertainment and informational purposes only — it should not be taken as legal, medical, financial, or professional advice.We strive to present accurate and reliable information; however, we make no guarantees regarding its completeness or accuracy. The views expressed are solely those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent those of the producers or affiliates of this program.🔥 Stay tuned for more episodes featuring top creators, founders, and innovators shaping the digital world!🔑 Keywordsangel fernandez interview, growing up on the border, cartel border life reality, dropping out of high school success, sales skill entrepreneurship, losing millions story, ai replacing lawyers jobs, entrepreneurship pain sacrificeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What if the biggest health problem isn’t food…but light?In this deep, eye-opening conversation, Thaddeus breaks down why modern humans are living under an alien light environment — and how blue light, LEDs, screens, and 24/7 illumination may be quietly disrupting sleep, hormones, metabolism, mental health, and longevity.From red light therapy and circadian rhythm mismatches, to melatonin, dopamine, EMFs, Wi-Fi, sunglasses, winter sleep, fasting, GLP-1 drugs, and why light acts like a drug — this episode connects dots most people never consider.📚 What You’ll Learn💡 Why blue light disrupts hormones & sleep🔴 How red & infrared light support recovery🌙 Why melatonin repairs the body at night📱 How phones & screens affect dopamine🧠 Why light impacts anxiety & mental health⚖️ How circadian rhythm controls weight❄️ Why winter sleep should be longer🧩 Why fixing the environment beats pillsChapters 00:00 Blue Light Is Hammering the Body01:31 Why We’re Missing Red & Infrared Light02:28 The “Weapons of Mass Illumination” Problem03:34 Blue Light, Free Radicals & Mitigation04:49 Melatonin Is the Master Antioxidant06:31 Phones, LEDs & Circadian Destruction09:01 Sunglasses, UV & Confused Biology12:44 Why Humans Need Darkness to Repair17:16 Light, Weight Gain & Obesity Explained48:23 Fix the Environment — Not the Symptoms🎙️ APPLY OR CONNECT👉 Apply to be on the podcast: https://www.digitalsocialhour.com/application📩 Business inquiries / sponsors: [email protected]👤 GUEST:Thaddeus Owen - https://www.instagram.com/biohackyourselfmedia/💼 SPONSORSQUINCE: https://quince.com/dsh🥗 Fuel your health with Viome: https://buy.viome.com/SEANUse code “Sean” at checkout for a discount!🎧 LISTEN ON🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-social-hour/id1676846015🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Jn7LXarRlI8Hc0GtTn759📸 Sean Kelly Instagram: @seanmikekelly⚠️ DISCLAIMERThe views and opinions expressed by guests on Digital Social Hour are solely those of the individuals appearing on the podcast and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the host, Sean Kelly, or the Digital Social Hour team.While we encourage open and honest discussions, Sean Kelly is not legally responsible for any statements, claims, or opinions made by guests during the show.Listeners are encouraged to form their own opinions and seek professional advice where appropriate. The content shared is for entertainment and informational purposes only — it should not be taken as legal, medical, financial, or professional advice.We strive to present accurate and reliable information; however, we make no guarantees regarding its completeness or accuracy. The views expressed are solely those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent those of the producers or affiliates of this program.🔥 Stay tuned for more episodes featuring top creators, founders, and innovators shaping the digital world!🔑 Keywordsblue light health podcast, circadian rhythm explained, red light therapy discussion, melatonin antioxidant sleep, light exposure health effects, biohacking light environment, insomnia anxiety modern societySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fame changes dating.Money changes expectations.And style changes access.In this wide-ranging conversation, Drago breaks down what most people won’t say out loud about dating in America vs Europe, money-driven culture, modern masculinity, fashion as social leverage, and navigating the music industry without losing yourself.From touring with Coldplay, getting noticed by Chris Martin, building a fashion brand, and rejecting industry control — to dating dynamics, chivalry, social media sameness, and why authenticity is disappearing — this episode blends music, culture, psychology, and identity.We talk about:• Dating in America vs Europe• Money, access & expectations• Fame, DMs & disingenuous attention• Touring with Coldplay & breaking into global music• Why fashion changes how people treat you• Building a clothing brand after music• Chivalry, feminism & attraction (personal views)• Social media cloning culture• Masculinity, responsibility & family goals• Why originality is dying — and how to keep yoursThis isn’t advice.It’s one artist’s lived experience in public life.Chapters00:00 Dating Is Money-Driven in America01:01 Touring Canada & Playing With Coldplay02:18 The Viral Concert Moment Explained03:12 How Chris Martin Found Him04:34 Why Fashion Opens Doors06:33 Turning Style Into a Clothing Brand08:26 Why Most People Copy Each Other10:03 Is Chivalry Dead? (Personal Perspective)12:23 Fame, DMs & Fake Interest17:01 Masculinity, Family & Long-Term Thinking🎙️ APPLY OR CONNECT👉 Apply to be on the podcast: https://www.digitalsocialhour.com/application📩 Business inquiries / sponsors: [email protected]👤 GUEST:Drago - https://www.instagram.com/dragosound/💼 SPONSORSQUINCE: https://quince.com/dsh🥗 Fuel your health with Viome: https://buy.viome.com/SEANUse code “Sean” at checkout for a discount!🎧 LISTEN ON🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-social-hour/id1676846015🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Jn7LXarRlI8Hc0GtTn759📸 Sean Kelly Instagram: @seanmikekelly⚠️ DISCLAIMERThe views and opinions expressed by guests on Digital Social Hour are solely those of the individuals appearing on the podcast and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the host, Sean Kelly, or the Digital Social Hour team.While we encourage open and honest discussions, Sean Kelly is not legally responsible for any statements, claims, or opinions made by guests during the show.Listeners are encouraged to form their own opinions and seek professional advice where appropriate. The content shared is for entertainment and informational purposes only — it should not be taken as legal, medical, financial, or professional advice.We strive to present accurate and reliable information; however, we make no guarantees regarding its completeness or accuracy. The views expressed are solely those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent those of the producers or affiliates of this program.🔥 Stay tuned for more episodes featuring top creators, founders, and innovators shaping the digital world!🔑 Keywordsdrago interview, coldplay tour story, dating in america vs europe, fame and dating dynamics, money driven dating culture, fashion confidence psychology, music industry reality podcast, touring musician lifestyleSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Formula 1 isn’t just fast cars — it’s risk, youth, money, psychology, and timing.In this episode, Justin Bell breaks down what most fans never hear about elite motorsport: why drivers peak young, how risk tolerance changes with age, why sim racing is reshaping talent pipelines, and how Formula 1 became one of the most powerful global businesses in sports.From near-death crashes and the mental shift that comes with age, to the economics behind the Las Vegas Grand Prix, the rise of Hollywood-level storytelling, and why risk sharpens the mind — this conversation goes far beyond racing.We talk about:• Why F1 drivers peak younger than most athletes• Risk tolerance at 18 vs 40• Sim racing turning gamers into professionals• How movies grow sports without pleasing insiders• Why F1 drivers are some of the highest-paid athletes• Skill vs car — what really wins races• Why Vegas changed Formula 1 forever• AI, data, and simulations reshaping competition• Why risk creates clarity and focus• What younger generations are missing without riskThis isn’t just motorsport.It’s life through the lens of speed.Chapters00:00 Why Young Men Are Sent Into Risk01:29 Becoming a Better Communicator as a Host02:46 Sniffing Opportunity at the Wynn03:52 Why Formula 1 Exploded in America04:39 How Movies Make Sports Global05:30 Why F1 Drivers Peak So Young07:33 Sim Racing Is Changing Everything11:18 Weight, Physics & Driver Advantage14:00 Skill vs Car — What Really Wins15:48 Why Risk Sharpens the Mind🎙️ APPLY OR CONNECT👉 Apply to be on the podcast: https://www.digitalsocialhour.com/application📩 Business inquiries / sponsors: [email protected]👤 GUEST:Justin Bell - https://www.instagram.com/justinbelltv/💼 SPONSORSQUINCE: https://quince.com/dsh🥗 Fuel your health with Viome: https://buy.viome.com/SEANUse code “Sean” at checkout for a discount!🎧 LISTEN ON🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-social-hour/id1676846015🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Jn7LXarRlI8Hc0GtTn759📸 Sean Kelly Instagram: @seanmikekelly⚠️ DISCLAIMERThe views and opinions expressed by guests on Digital Social Hour are solely those of the individuals appearing on the podcast and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the host, Sean Kelly, or the Digital Social Hour team.While we encourage open and honest discussions, Sean Kelly is not legally responsible for any statements, claims, or opinions made by guests during the show.Listeners are encouraged to form their own opinions and seek professional advice where appropriate. The content shared is for entertainment and informational purposes only — it should not be taken as legal, medical, financial, or professional advice.We strive to present accurate and reliable information; however, we make no guarantees regarding its completeness or accuracy. The views expressed are solely those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent those of the producers or affiliates of this program.🔥 Stay tuned for more episodes featuring top creators, founders, and innovators shaping the digital world!🔑 Keywordsjustin bell interview, formula 1 explained, las vegas grand prix podcast, f1 driver psychology, sim racing to formula 1, racing risk tolerance, formula 1 business model, f1 america expansion, motorsport risk mindsetSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What happens when a patent lawyer becomes a stand-up comedian — and then starts talking about UFOs, AI, lawsuits, Hollywood, and politics?In this long-form conversation, Wesley Austin breaks down the realities of patent law, bombing at open mics, anxiety, lawsuits, government secrecy, AI replacing white-collar jobs, and why money stops motivating you faster than people admit.From filing $15K patents that can take years to approve, to working on secure phones for the NSA, to debating UFO sightings, Bigfoot, and government transparency — this episode moves fast, gets weird, and stays honest.📚 What You’ll Learn⚖️ Why patents can cost $30K+ over time🎤 How comedians survive years of bombing🧠 Why lawsuits wreck mental health🤖 How AI is reshaping white-collar jobs🛸 Why mass UFO sightings fascinate people📺 How media narratives influence belief💸 Why money has diminishing emotional returns🎯 Why resilience matters more than talentChapters 00:00 How Expensive Patents Really Are01:42 Lawyer by Day, Comedian by Night02:30 Bombing at Open Mics for Years03:41 The Joke That Failed for 3 Years05:02 Why Lawsuits Destroy Mental Health07:21 AI Is Replacing Lawyers Quietly09:15 UFO Patents & Government Secrecy11:11 Bigfoot, Mass Sightings & Human Psychology14:08 Media Narratives & Social Programming41:57 Why More Money Stops Changing Your Life🎙️ APPLY OR CONNECT👉 Apply to be on the podcast: https://www.digitalsocialhour.com/application📩 Business inquiries / sponsors: [email protected]👤 GUEST:Wes Austin - https://www.instagram.com/wesley.austin2/💼 SPONSORSQUINCE: https://quince.com/dsh🥗 Fuel your health with Viome: https://buy.viome.com/SEANUse code “Sean” at checkout for a discount!🎧 LISTEN ON🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-social-hour/id1676846015🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Jn7LXarRlI8Hc0GtTn759📸 Sean Kelly Instagram: @seanmikekelly⚠️ DISCLAIMERThe views and opinions expressed by guests on Digital Social Hour are solely those of the individuals appearing on the podcast and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the host, Sean Kelly, or the Digital Social Hour team.While we encourage open and honest discussions, Sean Kelly is not legally responsible for any statements, claims, or opinions made by guests during the show.Listeners are encouraged to form their own opinions and seek professional advice where appropriate. The content shared is for entertainment and informational purposes only — it should not be taken as legal, medical, financial, or professional advice.We strive to present accurate and reliable information; however, we make no guarantees regarding its completeness or accuracy. The views expressed are solely those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent those of the producers or affiliates of this program.🔥 Stay tuned for more episodes featuring top creators, founders, and innovators shaping the digital world!🔑 Keywordswesley austin interview, patent lawyer comedian, how much patents cost, patent prosecution explained, stand up comedy bombing, stage anxiety comedy, ai replacing lawyers, white collar jobs ai, lawsuit stress mental healthSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Most people think they’re hydrated.They’re not.In this long-form conversation, Krish breaks down why hydration is the foundation of physical health, mental clarity, stress regulation, and longevity — and why most water today isn’t actually being absorbed by your body.From frequency-enhanced water and mineralization, to gut health, dopamine, inflammation, sauna use, red light therapy, microplastics, and the business realities of building a beverage brand — this episode connects health, science, and entrepreneurship in a way most wellness content never does.We also dive into:• Why dehydration creates constant low-grade stress• Gut health as the “second brain”• Why absorption matters more than intake• Red light, sauna, and detoxification• Microplastics, tap water, and filtration• Building wellness companies the hard way• Founder stress and accelerated aging• Why health is the real form of wealth• Relationships, boundaries, and leadership• Giving back, frequency, and long-term energyThis isn’t wellness hype.It’s foundational health thinking.Chapters 00:00 Dehydration Is Silent Stress01:04 Why Most Water Isn’t Absorbed02:27 Gut Health Is the Second Brain03:05 Mental Health Starts in the Body04:00 Supplements, Absorption & Bioavailability05:22 The Hidden Problem With Tap & Spring Water07:00 Purified vs Distilled vs Remineralized Water08:55 Frequency, Red Light & Non-Invasive Healing11:03 Sauna, Detox & Microplastics13:27 Health Is the Real Wealth🎙️ APPLY OR CONNECT👉 Apply to be on the podcast: https://www.digitalsocialhour.com/application📩 Business inquiries / sponsors: [email protected]👤 GUEST:Krish Sidhu - https://www.instagram.com/krishsidhu23/💼 SPONSORSQUINCE: https://quince.com/dsh🥗 Fuel your health with Viome: https://buy.viome.com/SEANUse code “Sean” at checkout for a discount!🎧 LISTEN ON🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-social-hour/id1676846015🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Jn7LXarRlI8Hc0GtTn759📸 Sean Kelly Instagram: @seanmikekelly⚠️ DISCLAIMERThe views and opinions expressed by guests on Digital Social Hour are solely those of the individuals appearing on the podcast and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the host, Sean Kelly, or the Digital Social Hour team.While we encourage open and honest discussions, Sean Kelly is not legally responsible for any statements, claims, or opinions made by guests during the show.Listeners are encouraged to form their own opinions and seek professional advice where appropriate. The content shared is for entertainment and informational purposes only — it should not be taken as legal, medical, financial, or professional advice.We strive to present accurate and reliable information; however, we make no guarantees regarding its completeness or accuracy. The views expressed are solely those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent those of the producers or affiliates of this program.🔥 Stay tuned for more episodes featuring top creators, founders, and innovators shaping the digital world!🔑 Keywordshydration podcast, gut health discussion, bioavailability explained, frequency water technology, wellness founder interview, dehydration stress health, second brain gut health, red light therapy benefits, sauna detox healthSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Social media didn’t just change politics — it changed how truth spreads.In this raw, wide-ranging conversation, Samantha Ettus explains why so many parents are calling her in panic, confused about why their kids are suddenly radicalized online, questioning Israel, Zionism, and even basic facts — and how disinformation now moves faster than reality.From losing her home in the Pacific Palisades fires, to speaking out after October 7th, to fighting antisemitism online at massive personal cost — this episode explores propaganda, social media algorithms, broken institutions, campus activism, celebrity silence, and why media literacy may be the most important skill of the next generation. 📚 What You’ll Learn🧠 How social media shapes political identity📱 Why Gen Z absorbs narratives faster than facts🔍 How disinformation outpaces corrections🎭 Why celebrities stay silent on hard issues🏫 How campuses became battlegrounds for ideas🤖 Why AI makes discernment more critical than ever🗳️ Why local elections impact daily life most🧩 How to teach kids critical thinking skillsChapters00:00 Parents Calling in Panic About Their Kids01:32 Losing a Home — and an Entire Community03:58 October 7th Changed Everything05:03 Becoming an Accidental News Source07:10 Why Corrections Never Travel as Far as Lies09:21 Losing Followers for Platforming Voices12:33 Celebrity Silence and Social Media Fear16:08 TikTok, Algorithms & Youth Radicalization20:22 Why Institutions Can’t Be Trusted Blindly47:59 Teaching Discernment in the AI Era🎙️ APPLY OR CONNECT👉 Apply to be on the podcast: https://www.digitalsocialhour.com/application📩 Business inquiries / sponsors: [email protected]👤 GUEST:Samantha Ettus -https://www.instagram.com/samanthaettus/💼 SPONSORSQUINCE: https://quince.com/dsh🥗 Fuel your health with Viome: https://buy.viome.com/SEANUse code “Sean” at checkout for a discount!🎧 LISTEN ON🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-social-hour/id1676846015🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Jn7LXarRlI8Hc0GtTn759📸 Sean Kelly Instagram: @seanmikekelly⚠️ DISCLAIMERThe views and opinions expressed by guests on Digital Social Hour are solely those of the individuals appearing on the podcast and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the host, Sean Kelly, or the Digital Social Hour team.While we encourage open and honest discussions, Sean Kelly is not legally responsible for any statements, claims, or opinions made by guests during the show.Listeners are encouraged to form their own opinions and seek professional advice where appropriate. The content shared is for entertainment and informational purposes only — it should not be taken as legal, medical, financial, or professional advice.We strive to present accurate and reliable information; however, we make no guarantees regarding its completeness or accuracy. The views expressed are solely those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent those of the producers or affiliates of this program.🔥 Stay tuned for more episodes featuring top creators, founders, and innovators shaping the digital world!🔑 Keywordssamantha edis interview, antisemitism social media, gen z radicalization, tiktok disinformation, media literacy podcast, israel zionism explained, parents worried about kids beliefs, propaganda on social mediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The school system isn’t just failing kids academically — it’s failing them emotionally.In this long-form conversation, Claire explains why more parents are walking away from traditional schooling and choosing homeschooling, unschooling, forest schools, and hybrid models instead.From bullying that never stops because of social media, to kids being medicated instead of understood, to an education system still stuck in the Industrial Revolution — this episode breaks down why parents are scared, kids are struggling, and alternatives are exploding.We talk about:• Why bullying is worse after school than in class• Mental health, suicide risk & social media pressure• Why kids are labeled instead of supported• Homeschooling myths vs reality• Unschooling and child-led learning• Why memorization isn’t real learning• AI replacing jobs — and why school isn’t adapting• Why parents feel trapped by the system• Outdoor schools, forest schools & hybrid models• Teaching kids how to learn, not what to memorizeThis isn’t anti-school.It’s pro-child.Chapters00:00 Why Bullying Never Stops Anymore01:16 Mental Health & Adolescence Crisis02:08 Why Claire Started Speaking Out02:53 What Unschooling Actually Is04:12 Kids Aren’t Broken — The System Is05:31 Why Boys Are Diagnosed More Often07:11 When Kids Learn Fast (Bike Story)08:18 Why Forced Reading Backfires09:26 School Kills the Love of Learning12:07 AI Is Changing Everything Education Ignores🎙️ APPLY OR CONNECT👉 Apply to be on the podcast: https://www.digitalsocialhour.com/application📩 Business inquiries / sponsors: [email protected]👤 GUEST:Claire Denault - https://www.instagram.com/live.leaf.learn/💼 SPONSORSQUINCE: https://quince.com/dsh🥗 Fuel your health with Viome: https://buy.viome.com/SEANUse code “Sean” at checkout for a discount!🎧 LISTEN ON🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-social-hour/id1676846015🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Jn7LXarRlI8Hc0GtTn759📸 Sean Kelly Instagram: @seanmikekelly⚠️ DISCLAIMERThe views and opinions expressed by guests on Digital Social Hour are solely those of the individuals appearing on the podcast and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the host, Sean Kelly, or the Digital Social Hour team.While we encourage open and honest discussions, Sean Kelly is not legally responsible for any statements, claims, or opinions made by guests during the show.Listeners are encouraged to form their own opinions and seek professional advice where appropriate. The content shared is for entertainment and informational purposes only — it should not be taken as legal, medical, financial, or professional advice.We strive to present accurate and reliable information; however, we make no guarantees regarding its completeness or accuracy. The views expressed are solely those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent those of the producers or affiliates of this program.🔥 Stay tuned for more episodes featuring top creators, founders, and innovators shaping the digital world!🔑 Keywordshomeschooling podcast, unschooling explained, education system failing kids, bullying and social media, mental health adolescence, alternative education discussion, forest schools usa, homeschooling mythsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.