Choosing Your Child’s First Phone: What Apple Won’t Tell You (with Titania Jordan of Bark)

In this eye-opening episode of Scrolling 2 Death , host Nicki Petrossi sits down with Titania Jordan of Bark Technologies to unpack the high-stakes decision many parents face: what should your child’s first phone be? From the hidden risks of iPhones to the powerful parental controls offered by alternatives like the Bark phone, they dive into the pressures, misconceptions, and cultural norms driving families toward unsafe choices. Why do so many parents give in to the iPhone hype—and what’s really at stake when they do? This candid conversation exposes how Apple prioritizes privacy over child safety, how peer pressure fuels early tech adoption, and why it’s time for a new standard in kids’ digital wellbeing. If you're a parent wondering what phone is truly safest for your child, this episode is your guide. March 2024 Episode: Safer for kids? iPhone or Bark Phone This episode is sponsored by Bark Technologies. ‍ ‍ Learn about the Bark Phone. ‍ Learn about the Bark App for iPhones and Androids . *Use code SCROLLING2DEATH FOR 10% OFF ‍ Learn about the Bark Watch.