Is the Internet Dead? Why Real Connection Still Wins with Gabriela Fiorentino

Описание: In this episode of Community Made, Ingrid Zapata Read sits down with sustainability strategist and Nest Earth founder Gabi Fiorentino to talk about what it really means to build authentic connection in an AI-driven world.

Ingrid and Gabi talk about:
The viral “Is the Internet Dead?” theory and what it means for creators
Why in-person experiences and hybrid communities matter more than ever
How Gabi’s community helps parents raise healthier, eco-conscious families
The future of social media as digital business cards and curated communities

Chapters
00:00 – Welcome + Why This Conversation Matters
00:42 – Gabi’s Speaking Debut & What She Learned
02:20 – Sustainability as a Revenue Stream
04:05 – In-Person Energy vs. Virtual: What’s the Difference?
06:10 – Is the Internet Dead? The Viral Theory Explained
07:50 – Bots, Authenticity & the Future of Real Connection
09:45 – Why Ingrid Creates Content “On the Go” Now
11:10 – Emotional Intelligence: What AI Can’t Mimic
12:20 – Inside Nest Earth: Gabi’s Community for Eco-Conscious Families
14:45 – The Problem with Labels in Parenting + Sustainability
17:05 – How Parents Can Make Small, Sustainable Shifts
19:10 – Accountability, Community & Raising Healthier Kids
20:50 – Why Communities Outside Social Media Matter
22:25 – How Curated Communities Create Safety & Trust
24:15 – The Real Magic: Collaborations & Connection
26:05 – The Future of Social Media as a “Digital Business Card”
27:40 – Why Time Inside Communities is Better
29:10 – How Moderation + Structure Make Communities Work
30:20 – Gabi’s Q4 Focus: Growth, Local Nests & Parent Circles
31:55 – How Architecture Led Gabi to Community Building
33:20 – Partnerships + Experts She’s Looking For
34:40 – Winter Blues: Gabi’s Go-To Ritual for Energy
36:10 – Movement, Mindset & Seasonal Resets
37:00 – Where to Find Gabi + Free Resources for Parents
37:40 – Closing Thoughts + Subscribe to Community Made

Connect with Gabi:
⁠nestearth.com⁠⁠instagram.com/nestearthco/
⁠⁠linkedin.com/in/gabriela-fiorentino/⁠

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