Smarticle - Learning To Talk To People Face To Face...Again.

Today on the Smarticle Podcast, we explore the aftermath of Hurricane Helene in Asheville that led to a community-wide struggle without electricity and water, discussing the resilience and recovery efforts. They then delve into a broader examination of online interactions, particularly the negative impacts of 'digital trolls' on our real-world communication skills. Drawing insights from an article by Caitlin Shaish in Christianity Today, they emphasize the importance of shifting focus from futile online debates to meaningful, real-life interactions and community engagement, underscoring the broader implications for human relationships and societal civility.

00:00 Introduction and Greetings

00:49 Life Updates from Brandon

01:34 Asheville's Recovery Efforts

02:00 School Closures and Community Response

02:44 Transition to Main Topic

03:36 The Impact of the Internet on Communication

06:53 Debating Conspiracy Theories

08:37 The Internet Obsession

08:53 The Troll Problem

09:27 Real-World Interactions

10:27 Wasting Time Online

11:05 Constructive Use of Time