In the fifth episode of I Sleep Great: A Non-Parent's Guide to Parenting, Ben meets with Pete Dunlap to talk about being together but absent, the tragic event that led to him founding his company, and why kids are going to be alright when it comes to technology. Pete is a father, software engineer, and the founder of Digital Detangler, a digital wellbeing initiative.


(1:00) - Introduction to Pete

(2:15) - How Pete got into this role; Tragic event that led to him founding his company

(10:30) - How to safely navigate technology with children; How technology has evolved; Boredom Engines

(17:00) - Being together but absent

(21:00) - Advice and tips for parents

(31:15) - Misconception about time that children spend on technology; Habits

(34:30) - Pros and cons of technology

(36:00) - How technology affects families of different income levels

(38:35) - Bullying and technology; mental health crises

(44:00) - Original purpose of texting

(45:35) - Mental versus physical exhaustion

(47:15) - Multitasking and its impact

(51:10) - Resources; Key takeaways