Episode Description
Matthew Schreier believes families increasingly want a trusted alternative to public social media—one that preserves memories, supports caregiving, and protects privacy. This episode explores whether family-focused apps can truly earn that trust without adopting the engagement-driven model that defines today's social platforms.
The discussion examines how changing attitudes toward sharenting, digital privacy, AI, and online safety are reshaping the future of family technology. Drawing on independent research alongside Schreier's interviews, the episode places his perspective within the broader industry debate.
Interview Sources
Independent Sources
- Common Sense Media: BeReal Parents' Guide
- Electronic Frontier Foundation: Age Assurance Methods Explained
- Pew Research Center: Parents' Attitudes and Experiences Related to Digital Technology
- American Psychological Association: What You Need to Know Before Sharing Your Child's Life Online
- Verizon Parenting: Think Your Teen Has a Hidden App?