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No Opt-Out - Podcast

No Opt-Out

Two fast friends explore living in harmony with tech, one transatlantic phone call at a time. With a touch of nostalgia, Conrad and Verena blend the old and new, using analogue forms of communication to highlight how technology can enhance relationships and encourage connection.


The pair also regularly writes handwritten notes to each other, a nod to the pen pal culture of their youth. Join them as they search for harmony with tech in a no opt-out world, providing listeners with a soft place to land as technology weaves its way into more and more facets of modern life. 


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Verena is an educator from Las Vegas, USA. She is techno-curious and deeply mindful of the impact of emerging tech on education, creativity, and the power of fun.

Conrad is a content marketing manager and creative entrepreneur from George, South Africa. He has long experimented with balancing tech use to enhance creativity and sustain good mental health.


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Cover illustration by Brazilian artist Régis Monteiro

Music by Dvir Silver courtesy of Pixabay


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Society & Culture Mental Health Education Technology Ai
Update frequency
every day
Average duration
64 minutes
Episodes
24
Years Active
2024 - 2025
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S01E04: When is Enough?

S01E04: When is Enough?

Verena and Conrad tackle the pitfalls and benefits of notifications, the impact of technology on their communication and mental well-being, and the effects of where apps are placed on home screens. T…
01:07:26  |   Fri 17 May 2024
S01E03: Rest in a Noisy World

S01E03: Rest in a Noisy World

Verena and Conrad discuss the challenges of using technology mindfully, including the complexity and implications of a digital detox, and its impact on personal well-being, safety, and attachment to …
01:07:46  |   Fri 17 May 2024
S01E02: Are You Having Fun?

S01E02: Are You Having Fun?

Conrad and Verena dive into a quirky chat about weddings, shirts, and the energy needed after road trips. Verena's passionate love for weddings sparks a deeper conversation on their nuances and perso…

01:12:01  |   Fri 17 May 2024
S01E01: Tech Boundaries

S01E01: Tech Boundaries

Verena and Conrad dive into the tech-savvy rabbit hole, exploring how their screens shape their dreams and dramas. They banter about tech time-outs, whether smartphones are friend or foe at the dinne…
00:55:23  |   Fri 17 May 2024
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