About this episode

The episode discusses the complexities of parenting in the digital age, focusing on the various online platforms and communities that parents engage with.

How many apps does it take to raise a child in 2026? Not only are parents navigating countless WhatsApp groups and summer camp platforms, there’s also a whole world of Reels, subreddits, and Facebook groups filled with advice. Often, however, the answers just lead to more questions. On today’s episode, host Kate Lindsay is joined by What Next: TBD host Lizzie O’Leary to talk about the parenting side of the internet, and how understandable anxieties play out online.  This podcast is produced by Vic Whitley-Berry, Daisy Rosario, and Kate Lindsay. Need to set up your Slate Plus feed? If you subscribed through Slate.com, check out our FAQ at slate.com/podcastfaqs for easy instructions. Members subscribed via Apple Podcasts get automatic access—no setup required. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

People in this episode

Host: Kate Lindsay

Guest: Lizzie O’Leary

Topics covered

• parenting
• technology
• social media
• online communities
• anxiety
• advice

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Slate Podcasts, WhatsApp, Facebook, Acast

Books & works: What Next: TBD

Places: 2026

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