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Press Pause: Finding Balance in a Digital World
In a world that never stops scrolling, Dublin City Schools invites families to press pause.
Press Pause is a conversational podcast featuring educators, counselors, and local experts who live and work right here in our community. Each episode tackles a real issue affecting kids and teens today — from disrupted sleep to cyberbullying to the loss of creativity in a screen-saturated world. Tune in, reflect, and take one small step toward digital balance.
New episodes released throughout the summer. A little pause goes a long way.
Episodes
16 episodes
Truth or Trap
Guest: Stacia Naquin, Anchor for 10TVClickbait, scams, and fake news can fool even the savviest students. Stacia Naquin shares tips to help kids question what they see online, spot misinformation, and decide whether to tru...
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28:23
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Wait Until 8th
Guest: Dr. Jess ShatkinDelaying a child’s first smartphone can protect mental health, improve focus, and give them more time to develop offline skills. Dr. Jess Shatkin explains why waiting until eighth grade makes sense —...
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14:40
Unplug to Recharge
Guest: Leah Wolfe, Intervention SpecialistSometimes the best way to connect is to disconnect. Leah Wolfe discusses how setting aside devices — even for short, consistent breaks — can improve relationships, boost mood, and ...
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11:39
Tech and Tots
Guest: Dr. Megan Schabbing, Lead Psychiatrist at Ohio HealthScreens can capture attention — but for young children, too much too soon can affect how their brains grow. Dr. Megan Schabbing explains the risks of early screen...
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18:25
The Real Cost of Shortcuts
Guest: Mike Aurin, Principal at Jerome High SchoolCopying homework, misusing AI, or plagiarizing might save time in the moment — but it comes with consequences. Principal Mike Aurin talks about the short- and long-term cos...
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17:01
When “Going Viral” Goes Too Far
Guest: Eric Cochrun, School Resource OfficerViral challenges may seem harmless — or even funny — but some can lead to serious injury or worse. Officer Eric Cochrun explains why teens are drawn to risky trends, how dangerou...
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15:59
Think Before You Share
Guest: Jeremy Miller, School Resource OfficerA quick post can have lasting consequences. Officer Jeremy Miller breaks down the risks of oversharing online — from giving away your location to exposing personal details that ...
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16:13
Digital Drama
Cyberbullying, online rumors, and peer pressure can all unfold on a screen — but the impact on students is real. Whitney Shelton talks about the emotional toll of digital conflicts, the warning signs to watch for, and strategies students can us...
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18:12
What’s Your Digital Footprint?
Guest: David Aronovic, Dublin PD DetectiveEvery post, search, and click leaves a trail. Detective David Aronovic explains what a digital footprint is, how it can follow someone for years, and why thinking before posting i...
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18:38
Game Time vs Screen Time
Guest: Mike Ulring, Director of Building LeadershipFrom pre-game scrolling to late-night gaming, screen time can drain athletes before they even step on the field. Mike Ulring shares how digital distractions can affect physical ...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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21:48
Stranger Danger
Guest: Scott Brown, School Resource OfficerThe internet can be a great place to connect — but it can also be a place where predators look for victims. Officer Scott Brown explains how online grooming works, what red flags to loo...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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20:52
Redefining Boredom
Guest: Margaret Robinson, Gifted Intervention SpecialistScreens may entertain, but they can also crowd out the quiet moments kids need to spark imagination and solve problems. Margaret Robinson explains why unstructured, screen-...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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16:44
Pressure to Be Perfect
Guest: Amanda Levelle, NCH Behavioral HealthPressure to Be PerfectFiltered photos. Curated lives. Constant comparisons. Amanda Levelle breaks down how social media shapes self-esteem—especially in teens—and why the purs...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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17:22
Always On, Always Anxious
Guest: Dr. Dawn Anderson-Butcher, The Ohio State University College of Social WorkAlways On, Always AnxiousWhat’s the cost of constant connection? Dr. Dawn Anderson-Butcher explores the growing body of research linking ...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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11:26