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Blaming Gen Z or blaming ourselves?

RED FM Calgary··6 September 2026·13 min

About this episode

Gen Z is often labeled as phone-obsessed, impatient, entitled, and unwilling to work hard. But before pointing fingers, should we ask how much of this behavior was shaped by the world we created? From smartphones and social media to digital classrooms and overprotective parenting, today's young generation grew up in an environment designed by those who now criticize them. In this episode of Open Line Talk Show, we explore whether the real issue isn't Gen Z itself, but the social, economic, and digital world they inherited. Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on screen addiction, mental health, parenting, financial challenges, and the shared responsibility of building a better future for the next generation.