Scrolling to Death: The Dangers of Social Media

Описание: Social media is no longer just a distraction — it is shaping identity, behavior, mental health, and safety for an entire generation.
In this eye-opening episode, Suzanne Phillips is joined by Nicki Petrossi, a former social media executive turned national advocate for child safety online. Nicki is the founder of Scrolling 2 Death, co-founder of the Tech-Safe Learning Coalition, and a leading voice helping parents understand what is actually happening behind screens.
Nicki brings insider knowledge from her time working inside social media platforms — paired with real-world stories, research, and current cases that reveal how algorithms, A.I., gaming, and school-issued devices are putting children at risk.
This conversation moves beyond fear into clarity — offering parents both warnings and solutions, so they can lead their families with confidence instead of overwhelm.

Episode Highlights
✔️ Nicki’s journey from social media executive to child safety advocate
✔️ What parents need to understand about Meta trials and fraud allegations
✔️ A.I. dangers — including Character A.I. and emotionally manipulative chatbots
✔️ Whether ChatGPT and A.I. companions are harming vulnerable users
✔️ How Instagram ranks content and why it matters for kids
✔️ The Motion Picture Association’s influence on content normalization
✔️ “The Heat Is On” — what it means and why parents should pay attention
✔️ Snapchat and its connection to sex trafficking
✔️ Sextortion schemes using platforms like GroupMe
✔️ UNESCO testing and global digital experimentation
✔️ AI-generated nudes, “Sharenting,” and image exploitation
✔️ Video game addiction and dopamine-driven design
✔️ How parents can stay informed without living in fear

Featured Resource: Scrolling 2 Death
A parent-focused platform providing education, advocacy, and real-time insights into social media risks and digital culture.
👉 Instagram →   / scrolling2death  
👉 Learn more → via Nicki’s resources and coalition work

Take Action
📲 Connect with Nicki Petrossi:
• Instagram →   / scrolling2death  

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• Instagram →   / suzannephillips_  
• Instagram →   / @beacon_parent  
• Website → https://www.beaconparent.com/

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Identity Truth for the Family
Children were not designed to be raised by algorithms.
Parents who stay informed, engaged, and courageous can interrupt harmful digital patterns and restore real connection, security, and discernment in their homes.

Parents, the digital world moves fast — but you are not powerless.
If this episode gave you language, clarity, or courage to engage your child’s online world more intentionally, share it with another parent who feels overwhelmed or unsure where to start.