Children and Screens: Institute of Digital Media and Child Development is proud to announce that its original podcast Screen Deep has been named a Nominee in the 29th Annual Webby Awards, in the highly competitive Science and Education (Podcasts) category. Hailed by The New York Times as “the Internet’s highest honor,” the Webby Awards recognize excellence in digital content and innovation.
Selected as one of the five best in the world in its category, Screen Deep is now competing for both the Webby Award, determined by the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences, and the Webby People’s Voice Award, which is decided by public vote. Fans can cast their vote through April 17 at: vote.webbyawards.com. [Choose “Screen Deep” by Children and Screens.]
“This nomination is a testament to the power of science-based storytelling and the importance of elevating research to support children’s health in the digital age,” said Kris Perry, host of Screen Deep and Executive Director of Children and Screens. “We’re honored to be recognized alongside so many brilliant projects, and we hope this spotlight inspires even more parents and educators to join the conversation.”
Launched in Fall 2024, Screen Deep offers thoughtful, research-based conversations with top experts across child psychology, neuroscience, pediatrics, education, and digital media studies. Each 40–50 minute episode examines how today’s digital environment is shaping the cognitive, emotional, social, and physical development of children and adolescents.
Screen Deep balances accessible storytelling with academic rigor, helping parents, caregivers, and educators better understand the latest findings—and what they can do about them.
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- Dr. Meryl Alper – Associate Professor in the Department of Communications Studies at Northeastern University examines the research and myths on neurodivergent children’s relationship with technology.
- Imran Ahmed – Founder and CEO of the Center for Countering Digital Hate, investigating how algorithms push harmful content to children.
- Dr. Douglas Gentile – Distinguished Professor at Iowa State University and gaming expert, discussing the psychological and developmental effects of video games.
- Dr. Mitch Prinstein – Chief Science Officer of the American Psychological Association, exploring how social media shapes teen social dynamics and mental health.
- Dr. Kathy Hirsh-Pasek – Child development expert from Temple University, focusing on early language learning and play in the digital age.
- Dr. Jason Nagata – Pediatrician and researcher at UCSF, discussing body image, eating disorders, and adolescent media use.
- Dr. Heather Kirkorian – Developmental psychologist from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, explaining how young children learn from digital media.
- Dr. Brandon McDaniel – Senior Research Scientist at the Parkview Mirro Center and Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at Indiana University discusses the interference of technology in relationships.
- Dr. Marc Potenza – Professor of Psychiatry at the Yale School of Medicine discusses digital addictions in adolescents.
- Dr. Eva Telzer – Leading neuroscientist at UNC Chapel Hill, offering insights into adolescent brain development and social media behavior.
- Dr. Lauren Hale – Sleep health researcher from Stony Brook University, who unpacks the connection between screen use and pediatric sleep quality.
- Dr. Dimitri Christakis – Chief Science Officer at Children and Screens, Editor-in-Chief of JAMA Pediatrics, and one of the world’s foremost experts on children and media.
Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube, iHeartRadio, and all major platforms, Screen Deep has quickly emerged as a trusted resource for families and professionals navigating the complexities of childhood in a digital world.
The Webby nomination comes on the heels of the release of Handbook of Children and Screens: Digital Media, Development, and Well-Being from Birth Through Adolescence, the most ambitious and comprehensive resource Children and Screens has published to date. Featuring contributions from nearly 400 of the world’s leading experts in child development, psychology, medicine, digital media research, and education, the open-access volume offers a sweeping overview of the field’s latest findings and a blueprint for policy, education, and caregiving in the digital age.
Vote for Screen Deep through 11:59 PST, April 17, 2025!
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