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The Yung Talk Podcast ep. 46: The Attention Economy (part 1)

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Phone addiction, screen addiction, and the attention economy are reshaping an entire generation. In this episode of the Yung Talk Podcast, we break down how social media platforms have been profiting from your attention since 2001, why Gen Z is most at risk, and how you can begin to take back control of your dopamine, your focus, and your mind.You are not the consumer — you are the product. Marketers, advertisers, and social media platforms have built billion-dollar industries off of your attention. But what does that actually mean for you, your mental health, and the way you think?In this episode we cover:What the attention economy is and how it worksHow your phone and screen time create addictive behaviorWhy Gen Z is facing the worst consequences of media addictionWho is really to blame — the user or the creator?How you can start to reclaim your attention and dopamineThis is just part 1 of a deeper conversation. Join Father B on the Yung Talk Podcast as we unpack one of the most complex and urgent realities of our time.If this episode resonated with you, share it through conversation and real connection — not just likes and shares.🎙️ The Yung Talk Podcast — Hosted by Father BNew episodes dropping regularly. Subscribe so you never miss a discussion.Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UWgBDatoOTeiamjT26f8g?si=3c4e1dd34c034382#attentioneconomy #screenaddiction #phoneaddiction #genz #socialmediaaddiction #dopaminedetox #YouAreTheProduct #mentalhealth #TheYungTalkPodcast #FatherB

Phone addiction, screen addiction, and the attention economy are reshaping an entire generation. In this episode of the Yung Talk Podcast, we break down how social media platforms have been profiting from your attention since 2001, why Gen Z is most at risk, and how you can begin to take back control of your dopamine, your focus, and your mind.You are not the consumer — you are the product. Marketers, advertisers, and social media platforms have built billion-dollar industries off of your att...

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