In this episode of the Serene Pod, Selin and Mark dive into the growing debate around a possible social media ban for under-16s.

Is it a necessary step to protect young people’s mental health, or could it create more harm than good? We explore the impact social media has on children and teenagers today from anxiety, self-esteem and online safety, to peer pressure, exposure to harmful content and the way it shapes identity. The conversation also looks at the role of parents, schools and government, and whether banning social media is realistic or simply avoiding the bigger issue.

A thoughtful, honest discussion on one of the most talked-about topics affecting young people today.

In Episode 2 of Season 3, the conversation turns to a topic that has sparked widespread public debate the recent Beckham controversy and what it reveals about parenting, boundaries and up bringing having a voice within family dynamics.

Selin and Mark explore the pressures placed on young people, the complexities of parent-child relationships and the importance of listening rather than assuming.

Drawing on lived experience and professional insight, this episode opens an honest discussion about respect, autonomy, discipline and the line between protection and control.

As always, Serene Pod creates space for real conversations centring lived experiences and honest conversation encouraging reflection rather than judgement.

Welcome back to Serene Pod! Season 3 begins with our first episode of 2026 a moment to pause, reset and step into the year ahead.

The conversations are rooted in honesty, reflection and the continued belief that young people deserve to be heard, understood and taken seriously.

As we begin a new year and a new chapter for the podcast, this episode offers a thoughtful reintroduction to the values at the heart of Serene Pod and the voices it exists to amplify.

Thank you for being here as Serene Pod enters its third season. We are glad to be back with you!