This week on the Granger Smith Podcast, we’re diving deep into one of the most pressing—and honestly, most convicting—challenges facing parents today: how do we raise healthy, thriving kids in a world dominated by screens?

Granger and Amber sit down with Clare Morell, author of The Tech Exit and a leading voice on protecting kids from the hidden dangers of smartphones, social media, and online content. Clare shares her unique perspective as a policy expert, a pastor’s wife, and a mom of three young kids, drawing from years of research, interviews, and real-life stories.

The conversation gets honest about:

➡️ Why traditional “screen time limits” and parental controls just aren’t enough

➡️ The neuroscience behind screen addiction and why moderation isn’t the answer

➡️ How screens are quietly reshaping our children’s brains, desires, and ability to enjoy real life

➡️ Shocking new research on physical health (like the rise in kids with permanent dry eye from too much screen time)

➡️ The spiritual impact of tech on our kids’ ability to know God, love others, and find real joy But it’s not just about the dangers—Clare offers practical hope.

She unpacks the core principles from The Tech Exit, including how any parent (no matter how much screen time they’ve already allowed) can hit reset, detox as a family, and reclaim the home from digital distractions. You’ll hear stories of families who’ve opted out, how to find allies in your community, and why a smartphone-free childhood is possible—and actually a better, easier path than you might think. Whether you’re parenting littles, wrestling with tech and teens, or just trying to find your own healthy balance, this episode is packed with wisdom, encouragement, and practical steps to take today.

Resources & Links: Check out Clare’s book The Tech Exit and her discussion guide at https://www.thetechexit.com

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This week on the Granger Smith Podcast, we&rsquo;re diving deep into one of the most pressing&mdash;and honestly, most convicting&mdash;challenges facing parents today: how do we raise healthy, thriving kids in a world dominated by screens?
Granger and Amber sit down with Clare Morell, author of The Tech Exit and a leading voice on protecting kids from the hidden dangers of smartphones, social media, and online content. Clare shares her unique perspective as a policy expert, a pastor&rsquo;s wife, and a mom of three young kids, drawing from years of research, interviews, and real-life stories.
The conversation gets honest about:
➡️ Why traditional &ldquo;screen time limits&rdquo; and parental controls just aren&rsquo;t enough
➡️ The neuroscience behind screen addiction and why moderation isn&rsquo;t the answer
➡️ How screens are quietly reshaping our children&rsquo;s brains, desires, and ability to enjoy real life
➡️ Shocking new research on physical health (like the rise in kids with permanent dry eye from too much screen time)
➡️ The spiritual impact of tech on our kids&rsquo; ability to know God, love others, and find real joy But it&rsquo;s not just about the dangers&mdash;Clare offers practical hope.
She unpacks the core principles from The Tech Exit, including how any parent (no matter how much screen time they&rsquo;ve already allowed) can hit reset, detox as a family, and reclaim the home from digital distractions. You&rsquo;ll hear stories of families who&rsquo;ve opted out, how to find allies in your community, and why a smartphone-free childhood is possible&mdash;and actually a better, easier path than you might think. Whether you&rsquo;re parenting littles, wrestling with tech and teens, or just trying to find your own healthy balance, this episode is packed with wisdom, encouragement, and practical steps to take today.
Resources &amp; Links: Check out Clare&rsquo;s book The Tech Exit and her discussion guide at <a href="https://www.thetechexit.com">https://www.thetechexit.com</a>
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That is the mission of this podcast: to share the Gospel and pursue the one who feels lost or far from God. Through honest conversation, Scripture, and real-life stories, The 9941 Podcast points hearts back to Christ and the joy found in redemption. New episodes release every Monday morning at 6:00 a.m.

The 9941 Podcast is a weekly faith conversation hosted by Granger Smith, Tyler Smith, Parker Smith, and Anthony Lay, rooted in the words of Jesus from Luke 15:4 - &ldquo;What man of you, having a hundred sheep, if he has lost one of them, does not leave the ninety-nine in the open country, and go after the one that is lost, until he finds it?&rdquo;
That is the mission of this podcast: to share the Gospel and pursue the one who feels lost or far from God. Through honest conversation, Scripture, and real-life stories, The 9941 Podcast&nbsp;points hearts back to Christ and the joy found in redemption. New episodes release every Monday morning at 6:00 a.m.

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How Smartphones Are Rewiring Your Kid’s Brain (And What You Can Do About It) | Clare Morell

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