Hardwired: The Human Algorithm

Angeline Corvaglia is a compassionate educator, digital wellbeing advocate, and a force for good in the technology space. With years of senior leadership experience, she is dedicated to helping the next generation thrive in a world increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence.She is the founder of Data Girl and Friends, an initiative empowering children with confidence, awareness and practical tools to navigate the digital world. She also leads SHIELD, a non-profit turning big ideas into action through shared leadership and grassroots innovation to reduce online harms.More recently, Angeline and host Lena co-founded GEN:R World (Generation Responsible) — a movement committed to raising a generation defined not by age, but by shared values. Through ethical guidance, CPD programs and accessible tools, GEN:R helps people of all ages use technology with awareness, agency and responsibility.In this episode, we explore how technology is rewiring our children — from identity and attention, to emotional regulation, behaviour and learning. Angeline shares practical insights for parents and educators on building resilience, digital confidence and a healthier relationship with tech.Dive into this conversation to understand what our children are really facing in a digital world — and how we can empower them to thrive within it.In this episode you will hear:How AI absorbs human bias which is why critical thinking matters more than ever.How children build their beliefs from a mix of online influences that are not always accurate.How algorithms shape the digital worlds our children live in often without us realising it.How schools are bringing AI into classrooms without the preparation needed to keep young people safe.How one size fits all technology fails to reflect the cultural and social reality of different communities.How AI is increasingly being used for emotional support and why this comes with real risks for young people.How teachers continue to play a vital role in helping students question and understand AI.How genuine human connection remains the most important part of a child’s wellbeing.How meaningful change happens when young people parents and teachers become champions for responsible technology use.🎧 Follow for more honest conversations on raising digital natives with awareness and confidence.

In this debut episode of Hardwired: The Human Algorithm, host Lena sits down with @angeleesidar life coach, mother of three, and founder of Framr Media and host of Feel It In Your Soul podcast, for a raw, unfiltered conversation on what it means to parent, create, and live in the age of AI.From using AI as a “co-parent” in moments of overwhelm to confronting the darker realities of tech’s impact on children’s mental health, Lena and Angelee explore both the promise and the perils of our digital world.This conversation goes deep into:How AI can empower entrepreneurs and creatorsParenting in a digital age of smartphones, VR, and social appsThe mental health impact on children and teensWhat is conscious parenting Building a “digital village” to support families and communities Honest. Emotional. Urgent. This is the conversation we need to have.Timestamps:10:05 – Parenting in the Age of AI - Using ChatGPT as a “co-parent” and collaborator in moments of overwhelm.15:20 – When AI Calms the Parent - How AI provides perspective during stressful parenting situations.20:45 – Conscious Parenting & Emotional Triggers - The duality of tech: helpful guide or emotional crutch.27:30 – Risks & Regulation - Concerns about online safety, scams, and weak regulation.33:00 – Smartphones, Social Media & Mental Health - The reality of anxiety, self-harm, and peer pressure among children.41:15 – Dark Side of the Metaverse - Personal account of harassment and assault in VR.49:00 – Building the Digital Village - The importance of community, collective responsibility, and conscious parenting.56:30 – Quickfire Round - Rapid-fire scenarios: screen time, digital friends, and AI companions.59:45 – Closing Reflections - Duality, conscious use of tech, and gratitude for open conversations. Covers some sensitive material that some listeners may find distressing.