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EPISODE · Apr 9, 2026 · 8 MIN

The Great Disconnect

from The Rock of Talk · host Eddy Aragon

When was the last time you sat in silence — and didn’t reach for your phone? Millions of people are asking themselves that same question — and they don’t like the answer. Tonight, we’re exploring one of the most surprising trends in modern life — people walking away from their smartphones. No more endless scrolling. No more 3 AM notification spirals. No more dopamine loops designed to keep you hooked. Just a simple flip phone, and something they hadn’t felt in years — peace. We’ll look at why smartphones may be doing more damage to your mental health, your sleep, and your relationships than you realize — and why thousands are saying enough is enough. The Great Disconnect — tonight at 5:20, right here. Trust us — you’ll want to put the phone down for this one.

When was the last time you sat in silence — and didn’t reach for your phone? Millions of people are asking themselves that same question — and they don’t like the answer. Tonight, we’re exploring one of the most surprising trends in modern life — people walking away from their smartphones. No more endless scrolling. No more 3 AM notification spirals. No more dopamine loops designed to keep you hooked. Just a simple flip phone, and something they hadn’t felt in years — peace. We’ll look at why smartphones may be doing more damage to your mental health, your sleep, and your relationships than you realize — and why thousands are saying enough is enough. The Great Disconnect — tonight at 5:20, right here. Trust us — you’ll want to put the phone down for this one.

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