In this episode of Who Are These Guys?, JK, Jesse, and Kurt unpack the emotional gut-punch that is Netflix’s Adolescence—a show that holds up a mirror to everything that’s quietly breaking us in modern life.
We get into it all: the isolation hidden behind screen time, the chaos of algorithmic influence, and why the so-called “freedom” of the digital age often feels like a trap.
The hosts reflect on their own adolescence vs. what kids are up against today, and how a generation raised online is navigating identity, connection, and constant comparison.
From school systems and group chats to parental pressure and cultural overstimulation, this conversation explores the question: What’s the cost of a life that never lets you be still?
Expect hot takes, personal stories, social commentary, and more than a few moments that hit way too close to home.
If you’ve ever felt like you’re constantly running but never arriving, this one’s for you.
01:00 Spring Cleaning and Big Changes
01:31 Discussing a Deep TV Show
05:22 The Impact of Technology on Society
07:23 The Education System and Its Flaws
26:08 Parenting Challenges and School Issues
34:16 The Influence of Media and Culture
39:34 Balancing Effort and Relaxation
40:45 Near Car Accident Experience
45:26 Control and Personal Preferences
51:54 Future Plans and Goals
59:24 Phone Mishaps and Reflections
01:02:43 Late Night Thoughts and TV Shows
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