UnDisrupted with Adam & Carl

Are Chatbots Friends?

Episode Summary

How many licks does it take to get to the center of a Tootsie Pop? While Adam and Carl may have solved that mystery, they’re digging into something even more important in Episode 6—navigating the digital world with empathy, responsibility, and purpose. This week’s guest, Sue Thotz from Common Sense Education, brings the real talk about digital citizenship, media literacy, and the power of student agency. From outdated edtech purchases to modern challenges like AI, device use, and social media, this episode covers it all with heart, humor, and hope. If you're an educator or leader wondering how to help students thrive—not just survive—in a tech-driven world, this one’s for you. Tune in now to Season 9, Episode 6 of the UnDisrupted Podcast—where we talk tools, transformation, and how to keep it all undisrupted.

Episode Notes

Guest: Sue Thotz

Guest Social Media Handle(s): https://www.linkedin.com/in/sue-thotz/ 

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