Finding Connection in a Divided World: Social Media, Mental Health, and Tough Conversations

23 Sep 2025 • 55 min • EN
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This episode digs into what it means to stay human in a world shaped by algorithms, polarization, and constant online noise. From the importance of supportive relationships to the dangers of raising kids in a social media vacuum, Jason, MDV, and Gabe explore why real human connection matters more than ever. Timestamps: 0:00 Swimming is just different 5:15 Why a supportive spouse makes all the difference in training goals 6:55 Trapped in ChatGPT: Listen here 11:59 When ChatGPT tells you exactly what you want to hear 13:10 Human connection, mental health, and the dark side of algorithms 17:25 Bernie Sanders vs. Charlie Kirk 19:20 Why these conversations matter—kids are growing up in a vacuum 24:00 How being “connected” leads to self-isolation 27:15 Pitbull, love, and knowing when to stop consuming 29:00 If kids don’t hear it from you, they’ll find it somewhere else 31:25 How social media fuels divisiveness 33:04 The dangerous “us vs. them” mentality 35:00 Why the U.S. is still the best place to live 37:09 What Charlie Kirk got right about in-person discussions 43:30 Tim Dillon on why normal people don’t act this way 47:07 Don’t let politics disqualify real human connection Thanks for tuning in to the Jason Khalipa Podcast! 🎥 The Home Team goes live on YouTube every Tuesday and Friday at 9AM PST. Follow us on Instagram: ⁠JK Podcast⁠ ⁠Jason⁠ ⁠Gabe⁠ ⁠MDV⁠ 30 days FREE on the TRAIN HARD App ⁠Find your program⁠ ⁠Subscribe to our newsletter⁠

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