Episodi

  • Drool Tech vs Tool Tech

    Drool Tech vs Tool Tech
    Oct 15 2026
    Nathan offers a helpful way to think about technology: there's “tool tech,” which helps us create and accomplish things, and “drool tech,” which is designed to keep us consuming and engaged. The difference isn't that one is good and one is bad, but understanding how they're designed can help parents and grandparents make wiser choices about the screens in their lives and their kids' lives.

    It's a relatable reminder that not all screen time is created equal. While a tool like Microsoft Word simply waits for you to use it, platforms like YouTube are built to keep you watching, which is why it's so easy to go down a rabbit hole before you even realize it. Being aware of that difference can help us approach technology with more intention and healthier habits.

    Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3Vqwp8l
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    5 min
  • Five Cautions for Giving a Smartphone

    Five Cautions for Giving a Smartphone
    Oct 13 2026
    Jesus tells us to give good gifts, so let's ask the question: Is a smartphone a good gift?

    Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4AOPMs1
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    25 min
  • A.I.

    A.I.
    Oct 8 2026
    AI can be a helpful tool when it's used to support learning, creativity, and problem-solving, but it's important that it doesn't end up doing all the thinking for us. A good question for families to ask is, "Is this helping my child grow, or is it replacing the work they need to do to learn and develop?"

    There is also a growing concern around kids using AI as a substitute for real relationships. While AI can provide information and assistance, it can't replace the connection, wisdom, and support that come from trusted friends, family members, and caring adults.

    Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4hYrYKC
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    6 min
  • Choosing Safe Video Games

    Choosing Safe Video Games
    Oct 6 2026
    So, you've decided games are a good fit for your kiddo; what now? The conversation you'll have when deciding which games to play is just as important as the final decision. Along the way you'll learn to read the box, trust your gut, and grade the game for yourself so you are equipped to think, and act, rightly when it comes to video games.

    Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4jveM16
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    15 min
  • What is Gospel Tech?

    What is Gospel Tech?
    Oct 1 2026
    Technology is woven into almost every part of our lives, and if you're a parent, grandparent, or caregiver, you've probably wondered how to help kids use it wisely.

    In our first "Frequently Asked Questions" conversation, Nathan shares practical encouragement for raising children who love God first and use technology with purpose, not just by setting rules, but by addressing the heart behind our screen habits. It's about finding balance, building healthy attention spans, and helping the next generation thrive in a digital world.

    Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3VpiPCa

    Want to listen on the radio? Catch it here: kcisradio.com/gospel-tech
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    5 min
  • Improving Tech Hygiene

    Improving Tech Hygiene
    Sep 29 2026
    What can we do if tech makes bedtime a frequent struggle? I've found that thinking about time, place, and content as ways to create excellent tech hygiene for our children, and reflecting on their sleep as an example of if it is working, can be a great way to develop healthy relationships with our tech at home.

    Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4jqrGxc
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    26 min
  • Parenting School Tech

    Parenting School Tech
    Sep 22 2026
    We can parent the technology schools send home and ensure these devices are a blessing in the classroom and beyond. We start by talking about using tech well with our kids, then we ensure the school and our home have hedges to keep these devices safe, and we remember that tech in the classroom should benefit learning. With these three in mind we are able to parent school technology well.

    Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4hGSg40
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    29 min
  • Is Tech the Real Problem?

    Is Tech the Real Problem?
    Sep 15 2026
    How can we tell if a child’s tech is just different, or if it’s actually becoming unhealthy? Today we'll walk through the practical applications of a RESET and how it empowers us to fight for our children, not just with them, when it comes to tech.

    Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4ivrGMi
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    23 min