Title: Behind the Screens: Growing Up in the Social Media Age
This is an interview podcast.
- The Intro:
*Sounds of multiple notifications sound*
The first thing that I do when I wake up is check my phone, specifically TikTok or Instagram. As someone who wears glasses before even putting them on when I wake up, I squint to view the content on my phone. Laughter *adds in laughing sounds* comes from my voice as I watch a funny video. This is my routine every morning when I wake up. Yes, I can try to blame it on my siblings taking so long in the bathroom, which is why I use my phone to pass time, but that is not always the case. In this podcast, I will be interviewing Britney Morris, my sister, to hear her views on the negative effect of social media on teenagers. She is currently 21 and spends a lot of time on social media. The main reason I chose her is because she grew up in an era when social media became a big thing. She was a teenager during this time and witnessed early on the effects of social media on young girls.
- The Middle Part
- How would you say social media affects you?
- What would happen if you found out someone you are acquainted with unfollowed you on Instagram?
- Do you look up to anyone on social media? If so, who and why?
- Tell me about the first time you noticed social media affecting you.
- Tell me about a time you experienced FOMO because of social media.
- What would you do if a conflict arose on social media involving you?
- Can you tell me about how something on social media did not make you happy?
- Is it challenging to disconnect from social media? How does that affect your daily life?
- What is your favorite social media platform, and why?
- Tell me about the strategies you use to maintain a balance between social media and your life.
III. The Outro
As we wrap up our chat with Britney Morris, one thing is clear: social media is a big part of our daily lives since it affects how we view things! Thanks, Britney, for sharing your thoughts with me. And to all of my listeners, take a moment to think about how social media fits into your life. It is a significant part of our daily lives, but it is essential to find a balance. Maybe try taking a short break from social media and see how it goes. The special moments do not always happen online. Until next time, this is Brianna Morris, signing off.
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