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Ep. 21: - Are romance and social media a good mix? Dr. Jeffrey A. Hall weighs in with insights into current communication research

Dr. Hall introduces us to Social Penetration Theory. We talk about how social media impacts communication in romantic relationships and how you can avoid the pitfalls.

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Ep. 19: “How the heck did THAT, just lead to THIS?” Kimi Werner & Melissa Akoni discuss Collective Action, Part 1

Social media influencers Kimi Werner and Melissa Akoni talk about how they use the internet to encourage pro-social collective action.

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Ep. 18: Your VOICE matters! Let's talk about collective action- Dr. Ian Hawkins, Part 2

Dr. Hawkins introduces us to the concept of slacktivism, we learn how online activism impacts offline activism, and some research-based strategies to avoid the echo chamber and support the causes we really believe in.

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Ep. 17: Algorithms, content moderation, & the spiral of silence: Let's talk about collective action- Dr. Ian Hawkins, Part 1

Dr. Hawkins introduces us to the social identity model of collective action. We talk about the algorithm, content moderation, and the spiral of silence.

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Ep. 16: “I have never seen so many butts in my life,” the trials and tribulations of online dating

An anonymous friend of mine discusses her wins and struggles with online dating. We reflect on the lessons learned from Dr. Jeffrey A. Hall in Episode 13.

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Ep. 15: “The harder you try to find love, the more difficult it is,” let’s talk online dating with Lily Diamond, Matthew Martin, & Esme Infante - Part 2

Part 2 of our juicy conversation about navigating the world of online dating. We reflect on the lessons learned from Dr. Jeffrey A. Hall in Episode 13.

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Ep. 14: “I’m a drug dealer fleeing the police,” let’s talk about online dating - Lily Diamond, Matthew Martin, Esme Infante - Part 1

A juicy conversation about navigating the world of online dating. We reflect on the lessons learned from Dr. Jeffrey A. Hall in Episode 13.

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Ep. 13: Understanding the “promise” we make through our online profiles; idealization, uncertainty reduction, and online dating - Dr. Jeffrey A. Hall

Dr. Hall introduces us to self-presentation and impression management. We discuss uncertainty reduction theory, and dive into the world of online dating.

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Ep. 12: “We enjoy seeing other people fail, more than we enjoy winning ourselves” - Lyssa Chapman (Part 2)

We talk about taking legal action, parenting in the digital age, and the strategies we use to deal with cyberbullying. Dig in with Lyssa Chapman and I!

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Ep. 10: Cyberbullying, sexting, social media, and aggression - How to deal with it; Dr. Matthew Savage + Dr. Arnold La’anui

We learn definitions related to cyberbullying online. We talk about what to do if you are a victim of cyberbullies, and how not to become a cyberbully yourself.

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Ep. 9: “I did not love myself” - Unpacking our body image issues with Kimié + Anuhea

Kimié Miner and Anuhea Jenkins share about their body image issues growing up and how social media has factored into that, now that we are adults. They were candid and genuine.

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Ep. 8: Body Image + Social Media, Dr. Jasmine Fardouly

“Body image is socially constructed.” Dr. Jasmine Fardouly shares her research and insights when it comes to how social media is impacting body image.

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Ep. 7: Be a fly on the wall for this discussion about lying; breaking down the research on deception - Mika Miyashima

We discuss the research-based strategies and tips we learned from Dr. Levine and share our personal stories of being deceived and (yes) lying to others.

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Ep. 6: Lying & Deception: Have you been duped? We break down the deception research with Dr. Timothy Levine

Dr. Timothy Levine introduces us to Truth Default Theory and shares interesting insights into deception research. You will learn why people lie, how to best detect lies, and why we are SO BAD at deception detection (especially when we rely on nonverbal cues).

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Ep. 5: “Mom, dad - get off your phone!” How we’re (actually) dealing with digital distractions

Let's get real and talk about how phubbing is really manifesting in our lives. Malika’s children speak up, Liz & Kaimana weigh in.

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Ep. 3: “It better be a gateway apology,” breaking down the research on apologies and technology - Pashyn + Wendy Santos

We get deep in this discussion about apologies, apologizing, technology, and how it relates to our own marriages and relationships.

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Ep. 1: The Bucket List Family’s Jessica Gee + Dr. Erin Spottswood - Find peace on social media with these research-based communication strategies

We learn about the impact social media is having on us and our communication. Discussed: deception, comparisons, authenticity, the positivity bias, and more.

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