In a world where Netflix, Spotify, and Amazon tailor everything “just for you,” convenience quietly and subtly reshapes our kids’ worldview, identity, and habits. In this 200th episode, Kelly & Ryan unpack how hyper-personalization works, why it feels so good, and where it becomes dangerous. From echo chambers to the illusion of control (and even AI-generated media), we explore the risks and offer practical, biblical responses for families.
Five Tech Rules for Kids 12 & Under Article and Approved Technology for Children Under 12 Podcast
Articles Referenced:
How Target Figured Out A Teen Girl Was Pregnant Before Her Father Did
Spotify “Wrapped” Campaign
Artwork Personalization at Netflix
The Psychology of Hyper-Personalization
The Problem with Hyper-Personalization in Online Learning
Alpha School: AI Powered Private School
Parents Fell in Love with Alpha School’s Promise. Then They Wanted Out.
Google Gemini Storybooks
Billboard Says at Least One AI-Generated “Artist” is Charting Every Week Now
Books Referenced:
Mood Machine: The Rise of Spotify and the Cost of the Perfect Playlist by Liz Pelly
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