Tech This Out!
Children and young people take centre stage in 5Rights’ first ever podcast, entirely led by youth.
About the podcast
5Rights is dedicated to creating spaces where young people can share their thoughts, concerns and ideas about the digital world. Now, we are bringing their voices straight to you.
Our young podcast hosts decide who to interview, delve into the complexities of technology and share their hopes, fears, and visions for the future of the digital world. Check out new episodes every last Thursday of the month!
“It’s essential that governments push tech companies to keep children in mind when developing their services”
Chisako, Episode 1
Check out the latest episodes
Phone bans in schools: smart move or big mistake?
Are phone bans in schools the solution to better focus, mental health, and learning—or are they a quick fix limiting children’s digital growth? 5Rights Youth Ambassador, Jessica, sits down with Professor Sonia Livingstone from the London School of Economics to dig into why consulting young people in these decisions is the key to a smarter approach.
Can we stop tech from stealing our attention?
In a world where tech is designed to endlessly capture our focus, how do we manage the time we spend online? 5Rights Junior Youth Ambassador, Matheo, sits down with Baroness Beeban Kidron to talk about the addictive nature of tech and how it’s impacting friendships, school and play.
Check out all the episodes of Tech This Out!
Every last Thursday of the month, one of our Youth Ambassadors takes the mic to interview leading experts and thoughts leaders from across the world. Together, they unpack what it means to be a child online and discuss solutions that governments, tech companies and institutions can implement to ensure every child feels safe, protected and empowered online.