Raising Gen Alpha/Gen Anxious ( Part 2 of 2)

Raising Gen Alpha/Gen Anxious ( Part 2 of 2)

September 2, 2026 · 36 min · Episode 148

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Danny and Rebecca discuss the challenges and guidance for raising Gen Alpha in a technology-driven world with guest Dave Boden.

Danny and Rebecca continue their conversation with Dave Boden about raising Gen Alpha (born 2010–2024) in an AI-shaped world. He describes risks of AI chatbots giving unsafe advice and reducing real-life relationships, and he outlines big data’s influence. Practical guidance includes parents learning AI realities, modeling healthy tech habits, answering teens’ identity/purpose/belonging questions through faith, family, and church, and prioritizing in-person rhythms. They also highlight SMART tech benefits and discuss balancing tech limits in homeschooling. Raising Gen Alpha Take Our FREE Parenting Assessment List Of Words Gen Alpha Says Ask Us Your Question via Voicemail or Email Enjoying music as a family can bring everyone closer. Check out Focus Live, powered by Godcaster. It’s a great way to get Focus On The Family content and expose your kids to great worship music! Speak To A Counselor

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Hosts: Danny, Rebecca

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