Classroom to Courtroom: Putting Screen Time on Trial episode artwork

EPISODE · Mar 22, 2026 · 34 MIN

Classroom to Courtroom: Putting Screen Time on Trial

from Sparking Conversation · host Dr. Pesha Kletenik

Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation between Dr. Kletenik and Emily Cherkin—educator, author, speaker, and leading voice on children and technology.Cherkin, the lead plaintiff in a class action lawsuit against ed-tech giant PowerSchool, shares the story behind her case and the experiences that sparked her advocacy around screen use in schools. Together, she and Dr. Kletenik explore how her work as both a teacher and a parent has shaped her perspective on educational technology.They also dive into her book, The Screentime Solution—a practical, judgment-free guide to raising tech-intentional families—as well as a preview of her upcoming work focused on the evolving role of technology in education.This is an honest, nuanced conversation for anyone navigating the intersection of children, learning, and screens.

Episode metadata supplied by the publisher feed · Published Mar 22, 2026

Embed this episode

Ready to play

Classroom to Courtroom: Putting Screen Time on Trial

0:00 34:26

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

No similar episodes found.

No similar podcasts found.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of Sparking Conversation?

This episode is 34 minutes long.

When was this Sparking Conversation episode published?

This episode was published on March 22, 2026.

Can I download this Sparking Conversation episode?

Yes. Use the download control on the episode player to save the publisher-provided media file.
URL copied to clipboard!