EP 17: Reclaiming Childhood Independence with Technology featuring Russell York, CEO & Founder of Cosmo

In this season 2 premiere, I’m joined by Russell York, founder and CEO of Cosmo, a family-first tech company helping parents nurture more outdoor independence and connection in the digital age. As a 90s kid turned new dad, Russell grew up biking the neighborhood until the streetlights came on—and now he’s on a mission to bring that kind of childhood back with tools like the Cosmo JrTrack 5 smartwatch.We talk about how connection positivity (aka satellite parenting) empowers families to say “Yes You Can” to outdoor play, confidence-building independence, and real-world adventure—while still maintaining peace of mind. Russell also gives us a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the JrTrack 5, why Big Tech is failing families, and what a healthy, future-forward neighborhood could look like.Whether you’re curious about smartwatches for kids, hesitant about tech, or desperate for a better way to balance freedom and safety—you’ll walk away from this episode feeling informed, inspired, and encouraged.Shop the Cosmo JrTrack 5 here and use code "JULIANNE" for savings!A huge thank you to today’s sponsor, Cosmo Technologies. Learn more about the Cosmo JrTrack 5 kids smartwatch here.Where you can find me: Show notes: InstagramRead the blogShop my activity guides and free downloads