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Courtside Forever is a podcast for parents swept up in the circus of everyday problems who, despite the world’s best efforts, are still dedicated to seeking intentional moments with their kids. I’m your host, Ryan Rucker, and each week, I will bring you a new episode made for you. We’ll keep it brief for some weeks, diving into a specific topic such as Youth Sports or Paternity Leave in America. These 15-20 minute episodes will focus on overarching themes, statistics, and practical next steps parents can take. In other weeks, we’ll extend our conversations, inviting parents in sports, business, and other industries to look at how they center parenthood in their lives and touch on our inevitable struggles while building a career, business, and future. Whether you’re a dad or mom or thinking of stepping into the role someday, Courtside Forever is a podcast that aims to recenter the world we’re building for our kids. In 2024, The United States of America declared parenting a public health crisis, citing the way society is set up for the reason we struggle. In the document created by the US Department of Health and Services Department, Parents Under Pressure, Surgeon General Vivek H. Murthy stated, “Raising children is sacred work. It should matter to all of us. And the health and well-being of those who are caring for our children should matter to us as well.” In 2020, I hosted and produced the 8-episode docuseries Complicated Fatherhood, where I spent each episode speaking to my biological dad to understand how his absence from my life affected my Fatherhood. Since wrapping the podcast, I knew I wanted to get back into podcasting, and Courtside Forever is a continuation of my mantra to be ever present in my daughters’ lives. On Courtside Forever, we’ll have fun, get serious, tell stories, and work to focus on the only thing that matters because, as parents, we’ve got the best seats in the house. Let’s enjoy them.
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Tuesday Jan 14, 2025
Tuesday Jan 14, 2025
Welcome back to another episode of Courtside Forever! I’m Ryan, your host, and today’s episode is a deep dive into the digital landscape and its evolution from the authentic interactions of MySpace to today's polished and curated social media environments. This episode is crafted especially for parents, as we explore the significant impact these changes have on our parenting and the way our children perceive and engage with the world.
In today’s discussion, tailored for parents navigating the digital age with their kids, we’ll cover:
- A Trip Down Memory Lane: Reflecting on the early days of social media and how platforms like MySpace and AOL Instant Messenger influenced our approaches to connection and community.
- Personal Social Media Stories: I'll share my personal experiences with social media, including how these platforms have shaped my parenting style and the lessons I've learned about digital authenticity.
- The Shift to Curated Content: Exploring why genuine online interactions have become rare and what this means for us as parents trying to model authenticity and real connections for our children.
- Practical Parenting Advice: Tips on how to guide our kids through the complexities of digital personas, teaching them to value authenticity over online approval, and how to critically engage with social media.
As we dive into these topics, we'll discuss our deep-seated desire for real connections in a world dominated by superficial interactions. I’ll offer practical advice for maintaining authenticity in our own online engagements and how to impart these values to our children. This episode is packed with insights for parents trying to balance their online presence and real-life responsibilities while fostering genuine relationships.
So, let’s open up the dialogue about the impact of social media on our parenting approaches. How have digital platforms influenced how you parent? What challenges have you faced in teaching your children about authenticity online? I’d love to hear your thoughts and experiences.
Here at Courtside Forever, we’re actively engaging in the parenting game, learning and growing together. Tune in now for a meaningful conversation on raising the next generation in this digital age!
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