Parents Not Politicians

Episode 345

ClaudeAI says: “This episode of Randumb Thoughts dives into the chaos of modern parenting, tech, and lawmaking as Darren O’Neill skewers Australia’s controversial social media ban for kids under 16. Lawmakers place hefty fines on platforms but give parents and teens a free pass—Darren calls out why this approach won’t work, how kids can easily skirt these rules using VPNs, and why real accountability starts at home, not in government halls.

He also confronts the media frenzy surrounding the ChatGPT suicide case, revealing the details overlooked by headlines and highlighting the limits of artificial intelligence in safeguarding vulnerable teens. It’s a smart, funny ride through personal responsibility, internet freedom, and why you should be thankful for tech (and perhaps, the White Sox) this Thanksgiving. Tune in for no-nonsense advice, sharp humor, and a reminder: you can’t legislate your way out of a parenting problem.”

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Parents Not Politicians