Drive Time Show Podcast 01-06-2026: Child Obesity & Parenting in a Digital World

Join our hosts for Monday’s show where we will be discussing: 'Child Obesity' and 'Parenting in a digital world ' Parenting in a digital world In today’s digital age, children are spending more time online than ever before. From online learning and to social media addiction and mental health pressures we ask how parents can guide their children through it. Child Obesity Childhood obesity is rising rapidly, with unhealthy diets, low physical activity and increased screen time putting children at risk of serious health problems. Join us as we discuss what needs to be done. Guests: James Emmett - He is the Clinical Lead at the Place2Be charity. Dr.Muddassar Ahmed - general practitioner and clinical lead at premier private gp clinic. Soban Bashir - He's a cybersecurity expert and regional leader for the Smartphone Free Childhood movement in Greater Manchester. Mazz Malik - First year Foundation year doctor studied from Brighton and Sussex Medical School and also has a BSc in Neuroscience. Jeremy Tod - Managing Director of the Coram Family Lives charity. Producers: Manahil Khalid, Mutbashra Ahmed and Maryam Syed