Guiding Growth: Parenting, AI, and Future-Ready Minds with Dr. Lauren Westerberg and Josh Thiel
Description
How should parents navigate the AI era? In this Robots and Red Tape episode, host Nick Schutt joins Dr. Lauren Westerberg, a developmental psychologist, and Josh Thiel, a tech innovator and former Special Ops commander, to explore raising AI-savvy kids.
They discuss balancing AI tools with foundational skills like critical thinking: “Teach kids to question, not just accept AI answers,” Lauren urges.
From introducing STEM in preschool for long-term academic success to combating misinformation through source evaluation, they share strategies to foster curiosity and resilience.
They also tackles equitable tech access, advocating for universal device and internet availability to prepare kids for a tech-driven workforce. Perfect for parents and educators shaping the next generation.
United States
