Smartphones Can Wait: Jordan’s Mission to Reclaim Childhood (part 1 of 2)

Send Ben a message, he'd love to hear from you.In Part 1 of this two-part conversation, Morton Muse & News welcomes Jordan Spicklemire — a Morton mom, former high school counselor, and passionate advocate for childhood in the digital age.Jordan shares her journey from Carmel, Indiana to Morton, Illinois, how her time in schools shaped her view of kids’ mental health, and why Jonathan Haidt’s The Anxious Generation compelled her to take action. Through personal stories, honest reflections, and a few good laughs, Jordan opens up about the shift she’s seen — from play-based childhood to screen-based survival — and what it means for our kids today.This episode covers:Jordan’s experience as a counselor during the smartphone boomHow becoming a mom changed her perspective on screen timeThe small moments that sparked big concerns about tech and childhoodThe early seeds of what would become Morton’s Wait Until 8th movementA very real conversation about boredom, imagination, and why quiet kids sometimes mean trouble 😉📍Next episode in Part 2: Jordan walks us through the Wait Until 8th pledge, how it works, and how Morton families can join forces to protect childhood — together.🎧 Subscribe to Morton Muse & News so you don’t miss it.#MortonMuseAndNews #ReclaimChildhood #WaitUntil8th #MortonIL #SmartphonesAndKids #SmallTownParenting #AnxiousGenerationFB Wait Until 8th - MortonWait Until 8th WebsiteVideo reference - "Our Story"Anxious Generation by Jonathan HaidtMillennial Mom Thoughts“Hey friends! If you’ve enjoyed hearing stories from right here in Morton—our businesses, our schools, our neighbors—you can help keep this podcast going.Every little bit counts—whether it’s a one-time tip or a small monthly gift. It helps cover the cost of hosting, equipment, and producing each episode.Visit a link below to pitch in and be part of keeping Morton Muse & News growing strong. Thanks for supporting local voices!”Direct support links:PaypalVenmoCashAppSocial Media links:Morton Muse & News FacebookMorton MUSE & News InstagramMuse Morton (the studio and gallery)