The Aro Podcast

Joey Odom
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The Aro Podcast

Aro is the number one screen time solution for families. On The Aro Podcast, we talk about screen time and the tension with smartphones, but more than that, we talk about the life that happens once you put down your phone. New episodes drop every week.

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    Rethinking Tech Use in Schools with Dr. Ansel Sanders

    Are you concerned about the impact of smartphones on student learning and social skills? In this enlightening episode of the Aro Podcast, host Joey Odom talks with Dr. Ansel Sanders, president of Webb School of Knoxville, about the school’s approach to technology, balancing its benefits with the need for meaningful personal connections.Webb School has strategically designated 'sacred spaces' — the cafeteria, auditorium, and outdoor walkways — as phone-free zones to enhance face-to-face intera...

    36 min

  2. NOV 12

    Future of focus: Pioneering distraction-free schools with Dr. Grant Rivera

    When it comes to thinking about schools and technology and our kids, and it just sometimes it's easy to get kind of dragged down. Host Joey Odom sat down with Dr. Grant Rivera, superintendent of Marietta City Schools, to explain how he is tackling technology distraction in the classroom - and why we can be hopeful for the future. Rivera’s innovative use of locked pouches for phones and smartwatches has significantly enhancing student focus and engagement across 2,100 middle schoolers. Learn a...

    33 min

  3. NOV 5

    Mindful parenting and raising good humans with Hunter Clarke-Fields

    Are you tired of feeling like you're constantly on the verge of losing your cool with your kids? Wish you could find a way to stay calm, cool, and collected, even in the midst of the most chaotic parenting moments? Join host Joey Odom as he sits down with parenting expert Hunter Clarke-Fields, who's here to share her proven strategies for embracing reactivity and cultivating a more mindful approach to raising good humans. Whether you're dealing with temper tantrums, power struggles, or just t...

    53 min

  4. OCT 29

    "When Doing It All is Undoing You" with author Alyssa Bethke

    Join host Joey Odom on the Aro Podcast as he sits down with Alyssa Joy Bethke, author of ‘When Doing It All Is Undoing You.’ Alyssa shares her deep calling to minister to women and her insights into the insecurities, pressures, and emotional burdens that many women face in our modern culture. She shares her journey through the impact of social media on self-worth and how community plays a vital role in affirming individual gifts. This conversation offers valuable wisdom for women (and men) wh...

    58 min

  5. OCT 22

    Voices of Aro: A 14-year-old's wisdom on phones, screens, and real connection

    If you're a parent struggling with your family's relationship to technology and smartphones, you're going to want to hear this conversation. In this special parent-child edition of Voices of Aro, host Joey Odom talks to Laura and her 14-year-old son, Finley Brownstein. Finley shares insightful strategies for kids to balance tech use, while Laura discusses their family’s journey with the Aro box to strengthen connections and promote off-screen activities. Learn from their experience about sett...

    18 min

  6. OCT 15

    Mindful mothering and breaking cycles with School of MOM founder Sarah Harmon

    Visionary founder of the School of MOM, Sarah Harmon, pulls back the curtain on the challenges of motherhood, sharing her own personal story of how her family's mental health crisis led her to this transformative work. But this isn't just another parenting podcast - Sarah offers a refreshingly direct and compassionate approach to helping moms (and dads!) break free from the toxic cycle of shame and cultivate true self-care. In her conversation with host Joey Odom, you'll learn about the power...

    1h 2m

  7. OCT 8

    HGTV's Erin Napier shares her advice for parenting in the digital age

    A simple blog launched Erin and Ben Napier into HGTV stardom - and from there, they started Osprey, which supports parents in managing their children’s tech use. On this episode of the Aro Podcast, host Joey Odom explores the Napiers' accidental rise to fame and their deep-rooted commitment to restoring homes with a sense of purpose and faith. Erin shares insights into balancing a thriving TV career and modeling healthy technology habits while nurturing their family and community. Tune in for...

    48 min

  8. OCT 1

    Developing a practical and intentional approach to screen time with Dr. Amy King

    Join host Joey Odom on the Aro Podcast as he sits down with psychologist and author Dr. Amy King to explore the art of creating connected, resilient families. Dr. King goes beyond theory, offering practical strategies that any parent can implement to strengthen their relationships and raise thriving children. Joey and Dr. King delve into the crucial roles of connection and resilience, discussing how to effectively manage the challenges of technology and screen time. They also highlight the im...

    1h 11m
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Aro is the number one screen time solution for families. On The Aro Podcast, we talk about screen time and the tension with smartphones, but more than that, we talk about the life that happens once you put down your phone. New episodes drop every week.

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  • Creator
    Joey Odom
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    97
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2024 The Aro Podcast
  • Show Website
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