https://oar.org.nz/shows/screen-from-our-side/ (C)Otago Access Radio en-nz The Screen From Our Side is a youth-led podcast sharing real, unfiltered perspectives on growing up in a digital world. Created by rangatahi in Ōtepoti and supported by Netsafe, the series explores the complexities of life online - from social media and identity to online harm, wellbeing, and emerging technologies like AI. Across each episode, young people reflect on the opportunities and challenges of being constantly connected: finding community, navigating pressure and comparison, managing screen time, and making sense of a rapidly changing digital landscape. They speak candidly about what adults often misunderstand, what needs to change, and how we can build safer, more supportive online spaces. Grounded in lived experience, this series centres youth voice, insight, and solutions - offering an authentic look at what it really means to grow up online today. The Screen From Our Side from Netsafe Real stories from rangatahi navigating life online - unfiltered, honest, and straight from their side of the screen. no Otago Access Radio podcast@oar.org.nz Netsafe New Zealand Mon, 15 Jun 2026 08:18:04 +1200 Mon, 15 Jun 2026 08:18:04 +1200 A raw and relatable kōrero about what it really means to grow up online. Rangatahi unpack the pressure to present a “perfect” life, the blur between real and digital identities, and the constant connectivity shaping friendships, self-worth, and daily routines. From comparison culture to digital footprints, this episode explores the tension between control and exposure in a world where being online isn’t really a choice anymore. A raw and relatable kōrero about what it really means to grow up online. Rangatahi unpack the pressure to present a “perfect” life, the blur between real and digital identities, and the constant connectivity shaping friendships, self-worth, and daily routines. From comparison culture to digital footprints, this episode explores the tension between control and exposure in a world where being online isn’t really a choice anymore. A raw and relatable kōrero about what it really means to grow up online. Rangatahi unpack the pressure to present a “perfect” life, the blur between real and digital identities, and the constant connectivity shaping friendships, self-worth, and daily routines. From comparison culture to digital footprints, this episode explores the tension between control and exposure in a world where being online isn’t really a choice anymore. 0:32:26 244d2c4b-4e6f-47da-8674-02d0a6d7c321 Tue, 12 May 2026 08:00:00 +1200 episodic What does it mean to find your voice online—and what does it cost? This episode dives into how digital spaces can empower young people to connect, advocate, and belong, while also exposing them to misinformation, echo chambers, and online pressure. Honest and insightful, the conversation balances the opportunities of online communities with the need to stay grounded, think critically, and “touch grass” when it matters most. What does it mean to find your voice online—and what does it cost? This episode dives into how digital spaces can empower young people to connect, advocate, and belong, while also exposing them to misinformation, echo chambers, and online pressure. Honest and insightful, the conversation balances the opportunities of online communities with the need to stay grounded, think critically, and “touch grass” when it matters most. What does it mean to find your voice online—and what does it cost? This episode dives into how digital spaces can empower young people to connect, advocate, and belong, while also exposing them to misinformation, echo chambers, and online pressure. Honest and insightful, the conversation balances the opportunities of online communities with the need to stay grounded, think critically, and “touch grass” when it matters most. 0:22:40 f3563184-326a-422e-a0c7-70addc2c4698 Tue, 12 May 2026 07:59:00 +1200 episodic Social media is everywhere—but is it helping or harming us? In this episode, rangatahi break down how they choose platforms, navigate toxic content, and manage the impact of likes, filters, and comparison culture on their mental health. With candid reflections on identity, body image, and digital habits, they also challenge tech companies to take responsibility for safer, more authentic online spaces. Social media is everywhere—but is it helping or harming us? In this episode, rangatahi break down how they choose platforms, navigate toxic content, and manage the impact of likes, filters, and comparison culture on their mental health. With candid reflections on identity, body image, and digital habits, they also challenge tech companies to take responsibility for safer, more authentic online spaces. Social media is everywhere—but is it helping or harming us? In this episode, rangatahi break down how they choose platforms, navigate toxic content, and manage the impact of likes, filters, and comparison culture on their mental health. With candid reflections on identity, body image, and digital habits, they also challenge tech companies to take responsibility for safer, more authentic online spaces. 0:18:19 ebbc0f1d-6db9-46f1-b047-f66c77de4c94 Tue, 12 May 2026 07:58:00 +1200 episodic This episode goes deeper into the realities of online harm, wellbeing, and support. From burnout and pressure to always be available, to bullying, oversharing, and comparison, rangatahi share what it takes to stay safe and balanced online. They highlight the importance of trust, support systems, and honest conversations—calling for shared responsibility between young people, whānau, and tech platforms. This episode goes deeper into the realities of online harm, wellbeing, and support. From burnout and pressure to always be available, to bullying, oversharing, and comparison, rangatahi share what it takes to stay safe and balanced online. They highlight the importance of trust, support systems, and honest conversations—calling for shared responsibility between young people, whānau, and tech platforms. This episode goes deeper into the realities of online harm, wellbeing, and support. From burnout and pressure to always be available, to bullying, oversharing, and comparison, rangatahi share what it takes to stay safe and balanced online. They highlight the importance of trust, support systems, and honest conversations—calling for shared responsibility between young people, whānau, and tech platforms. 0:28:30 747338a3-ed96-4cd7-8555-82509c682c0c Tue, 12 May 2026 07:57:00 +1200 episodic AI is here—but what does it mean for young people? This episode explores how rangatahi are using AI in school and everyday life, alongside the risks it brings—from misinformation and academic integrity to creativity, jobs, and even relationships. With thoughtful discussion on ethics, regulation, and the future, this episode asks the big question: how do we stay human in an AI-driven world? AI is here—but what does it mean for young people? This episode explores how rangatahi are using AI in school and everyday life, alongside the risks it brings—from misinformation and academic integrity to creativity, jobs, and even relationships. With thoughtful discussion on ethics, regulation, and the future, this episode asks the big question: how do we stay human in an AI-driven world? AI is here—but what does it mean for young people? This episode explores how rangatahi are using AI in school and everyday life, alongside the risks it brings—from misinformation and academic integrity to creativity, jobs, and even relationships. With thoughtful discussion on ethics, regulation, and the future, this episode asks the big question: how do we stay human in an AI-driven world? 0:26:46 ff0bf8d4-90dc-4573-ac94-def89ca7ba60 Tue, 12 May 2026 07:56:00 +1200 episodic The team answer Quickfire Questions The team answer Quickfire Questions The team answer Quickfire Questions 0:3:55 a245317f-21e1-4810-b86b-096f96de68f2 Tue, 12 May 2026 07:55:00 +1200 episodic The team answer: Is it Relatable or Nah? The team answer: Is it Relatable or Nah? The team answer: Is it Relatable or Nah? 0:8:46 8569f891-8bdb-4491-9b5c-973840dd7dec Tue, 12 May 2026 07:54:00 +1200 episodic Real stories from rangatahi navigating life online - unfiltered, honest, and straight from their side of the screen. Real stories from rangatahi navigating life online - unfiltered, honest, and straight from their side of the screen. Real stories from rangatahi navigating life online - unfiltered, honest, and straight from their side of the screen. 0:0:32 307c8f5c-b981-40b9-991a-89078816fa2d Fri, 10 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +1200 episodic