In a growing digital world where topics such as mental health and social media toxicity are becoming more mainstream, we are opening the discussion to hear from individuals about their relationship with social media and the effects on their mental health. What’s interesting about social media is that it has become ubiquitous – some would say invasive - and has an impact on all of us. By inviting guests from a wide spectrum of backgrounds and ages to speak about this topic, we hope to shine a light on the joys and the troubles of current social media – and perhaps find common ground.
On Positive and Negative Features of Social Media with Juan
This week, we speak with Juan, a marketing entrepreneur from Guatemala. He explains how social media has had both positive and negative effects on himself and his businesses. He also advises on how to use social media features to your advantage, while not letting yourself become the product. Listen to a fun and engaging conversation between friends about what it is like to work in the digital marketing world.
This is the last episode in Season 1. Please follow us on Instagram @themediamentalitypodcast for updates about Season 2, coming soon!
Hosted by:
Nina Stær Nathan, IG: @sunflowercommunications &
Arturo Rivera, IG: @arturoriveraphotography.
4 Aug 2021
On Understanding the Power of Social Media with Gloria
This week we speak with Gloria from My Digital Tat2, a nonprofit in California working with students, families, and educators to understand the power of technology and the impact of their online presence. Gloria speaks about the topics that My Digital Tat2 discusses with the students such as critical thinking, online bullying, digital responsibility, misinformation, how to be an upstander, digital reputation, and many more.
Hosted by:
Nina Stær Nathan, IG: @sunflowercommunications &
Arturo Rivera, IG: @arturoriveraphotography.
21 Jul 2021
On Social Media As A High School Teacher with Allison
This week, Allison, a high school teacher in Illinois, joins us to talk about how she uses social media as a teacher. It has been an extremely helpful tool to connect with her students, especially during covid, however she has also noticed how it has become a strong addiction amongst her students. She also speaks about how navigating online bullying in the classroom is a challenge.
Hosted by:
Nina Stær Nathan, IG: @sunflowercommunications &
Arturo Rivera, IG: @arturoriveraphotography.
7 Jul 2021
On Scrolling & Mindfulness As A Content Creator with Sara
In this episode, Sara, a photographer and content creator for travel companies from Sweden joins us. She speaks about how scrolling has become a habit in our lives and how it is important to be mindful. She uses and needs social media for her business, but she has tried to put boundaries on her usage to reduce negative emotions, such as comparing yourself to others.
Hosted by:
Nina Stær Nathan, IG: @sunflowercommunications &
Arturo Rivera, IG: @arturoriveraphotography.
23 Jun 2021
On Social Media Marketing & Women's Health with Jean
This week, we speak with Jean, the Director of Partnerships and Marketing at Coconu and owner of Canela bakery in Antigua. Jean speaks about her experience with marketing for both companies and how it is important to have structure of your time when using social media, especially when it is your job. Jean also talks about the difficulties faced when marketing for Coconu, a personal lubricant and sexual intimacy company, but how social media has also helped the company grow and that she really enjoys the work that she does on social media.
Hosted by:
Nina Stær Nathan, IG: @sunflowercommunications &
Arturo Rivera, IG: @arturoriveraphotography.
9 Jun 2021
On Balance & Staying Present with Carien
This week we speak with Carien, who is currently living in Antigua, Guatemala but is from Holland. She speaks about her daily life balance using social media. She finds that there are multiple positive aspects of using social media, however, she also talks about how it can take over your daily life and tasks. She emphasizes that balance and intentionality is important.
To get more details about the podcast make sure you follow us on IG: @themediamentalitypodcast.
Hosted by:
Nina Stær Nathan, IG: @sunflowercommunications.
Arturo Rivera, IG: @arturoriveraphotography.
26 May 2021
On Viewership & Copyright Within The Music Industry with Alex
This week we will talk about viewership & copyright within the classical music industry. Alex, a classical music video producer born in Mexico and living between Toronto and San Francisco, talks about the copyright problems in the algorithm that are faced on social media when promoting a piece of music. He also speaks about how since people have been so accustomed to scrolling and their attention spans are so much shorter, the music art form is having to adapt and change.
To get more details about this podcast, make sure you follow us on IG: @themediamentalitypodcast.
Hosted by:
Nina Stær Nathan, IG: @sunflowercommunications &
Arturo Rivera, IG: @arturoriveraphotography.
12 May 2021
On Self-Censorship & Alienation with Susanne
In this episode of Media Mentality, Nina's mom, Susanne Staer, joins us. Susanne speaks about how negative comments on social media can lead to self-censorship, which can then lead to alienation in both the online and offline world. Susanne is from Denmark but lives in Toronto, Canada and manages the social media accounts for TIAP (Toronto Innovation Acceleration Partners). Follow TIAP on Twitter: @TIAPToronto.
To get more details about the podcast make sure you follow us on IG: @themediamentalitypodcast.
Hosted by:
Nina Stær Nathan, IG: @sunflowercommunications &
Arturo Rivera, IG: @arturoriveraphotography.
28 Apr 2021
On Kids & Consent with Fernando
In this episode of Media Mentality, Fernando Morales, a Guatemalan living in the US, joins us to give his perspective on social media as a millennial dad. He speaks about what it's like navigating social media when you have young kids, and how consent plays a role with both your own kids and others.
To get more details about the podcast make sure you follow us on IG: @themediamentalitypodcast.
Hosted by:
Nina Stær Nathan, IG: @sunflowercommunications &
Arturo Rivera, IG: @arturoriveraphotography.
12 Apr 2021
Intro to Media Mentality
In this first episode, we will discuss a bit about who we are and what led us to start Media Mentality. It will also give you an understanding of what to expect in future episodes.
To get more details about the podcast make sure you follow us on IG @themediamentalitypodcast
Hosted by:
Nina Stær Nathan, IG @sunflowercommunications
Arturo Rivera, IG @arturoriveraphotography
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