“All Screens Are Not Created Equal.” What You Feed Your Brain Matters.

Episode release date:
November 4, 2025
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Podcast overview

In this episode of the Flourish Feed podcast, host Gillian Stovel Rivers speaks with Tanya Green, a seasoned producer in children’s media, about the vital role that children’s television plays in the development of young minds.

They discuss how characters in shows like Daniel Tiger and Sesame Street help children learn empathy, sharing, and emotional regulation. Tanya emphasizes the importance of relatable storytelling and the challenges faced in producing quality children’s content in a rapidly changing media landscape, especially during and after the COVID pandemic. The conversation also touches on the impact of technology and screen time on children’s development, the need for high-quality programming, and the collaborative efforts required to ensure that children’s media remains a priority.

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