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Offline XpressionFrom Religious Cult to Live TV Director: The Logan Dean StorySend us a textDean Logan grew up in a religious cult where he couldn't watch sports, eat chocolate, celebrate holidays, or go to gym class. He was bullied relentlessly, became suicidal at 17, joined the Air Force to escape, survived two tours in Iraq, came home with PTSD, went through a divorce, hit rock bottom drunk at 3AM in Belgium, and then made a choice that changed everything.Today, Logan directs live television events for the biggest productions in the world: Super Bowls, World Series, French Opens, Wimbledon, Australian Opens. But more importantly, he's a...
2026-01-071h 08
Offline XpressionThe Teen Mental Health Crisis Isn’t Their FaultSend us a textPsychologist Jeff Hinderscheid breaks down the teen mental health crisis tied to phone addiction, arguing that we’re handing kids an addictive device and then blaming them for using it. This episode explores why adolescence is especially vulnerable to screens, how tech is designed to addict, and why responsibility lies with the environment, not the child.Support the showThere's a beautiful world just waiting for YOU! Go out and seize the day, and retake control of your life's digital balance!
2025-12-3127 min
Offline XpressionUnlock the Power of Your Subconscious Mind | Matt Johnson NLPSend us a textA generation hooked on screens isn’t a metaphor, it’s a crisis. In this episode of Offline Xpression, Jeff Hinderscheid sits down with hypnotist and NLP expert Matt Johnson to unpack how phone addiction hijacks the subconscious mind, why one hypnosis session broke his dad’s 30-year smoking habit, and the practical tools he uses to help kids and adults reclaim their attention. From “TikTok brain” and dopamine dysregulation to self-worth, secret accounts, and tiny daily habits that actually stick, Matt breaks down what’s really driving compulsive scrolling, and how to break the cy...
2025-12-261h 07
Offline XpressionFrom Orphan to Founder: How I Built 4 Schools for 1,500 Kids in Uganda | Valence RutaisireSend us a textValence Rutaisire shares how a sponsored education transformed his life after losing both parents in Uganda, and inspired his promise to return home and build a school. Today, he leads the Youth Focus Africa Foundation, running four schools for 1,500 children and a Women’s Empowerment Program that teaches beadwork, sewing, birth-control practices, and village savings to break generational poverty. He explains how child sponsorship ($450/year), women’s economic opportunities, and volunteer medical and construction teams create sustainable impact, why financial donations go further than material ones, and how the next big milestone, a $40,000 scie...
2025-12-171h 09
Offline XpressionUndiagnosed for 8 Years: The Truth About Genetic Testing | Michelle ChoairySend us a textMichelle Choairy joins Offline Xpression to discuss the reality of parenting a child with TBR1, an ultra-rare genetic disorder that went undiagnosed for eight years. Michelle shares strategies for navigating the "broken" special education system and stopping parents from getting "pushed around" by school districts and insurance companies. From fighting for IEPs to the decision to ban YouTube due to behavioral aggression, this episode is a practical guide to becoming the advocate your child needs.Support the showThere's a beautiful world just waiting for YOU! Go out and...
2025-12-0337 min
Offline XpressionHe Transformed a Losing Team into 5-Time Champions | Antwaun Thompson (Coach T)Send us a textIn this episode of Offline Xpression, Jeff and Victoria talk with youth mentor Antwaun Thompson (Coach T) about prioritizing character over stats. Antwaun shares his "Team Before Self" philosophy, detailing how he transformed a losing team into 5-time champions and why accountability is the ultimate game-changer for young athletes. From navigating the "me-first" culture to understanding the anxiety of pleasing parents and coaches, this episode is packed with insights on building resilience and success both on and off the court.Support the showThere's a beautiful world just waiting...
2025-11-271h 02
Offline XpressionWhy Your Teen Can't Put Down Their Phone | Family TherapistSend us a textIn this episode, family therapist Angela Caldwell breaks down the teen mental health crisis: social media addiction, COVID lockdowns, and parents who can't put down their phones. Victoria (14) says Instagram improved her life, but she's the exception. Why parents need to stop looking for tips and start looking in the mirror.Support the showThere's a beautiful world just waiting for YOU! Go out and seize the day, and retake control of your life's digital balance!
2025-11-191h 09
Offline XpressionWhy Roblox Isn't Safe for Your Kids (A Confidence Coach Explains)Send us a textKids aren’t just online, they’re growing up there. In this episode, hosts Jeff Hinderscheid and co-host Victoria Jones talk with Coach Yana, a children’s confidence coach and founder of The Laptop Life Coach, about raising confident, emotionally intelligent kids in the digital age. From Roblox safety to emotional awareness, she’s helping parents prepare, not scare. Because confident kids become capable adultsSupport the showThere's a beautiful world just waiting for YOU! Go out and seize the day, and retake control of your life's digital balance!
2025-11-1254 min
Offline XpressionI Got Diagnosed With ADHD as an Adult + and It Changed Everything | David McKeeSend us a textJeff sits down with David McKee, CEO of Another Angle Consulting, to talk about ADHD, neuroplasticity, and rewiring your brain. David shares his journey from being diagnosed with ADHD as an adult to turning it into a superpower, how to break any habit in 17 days, why gratitude cancels out negative emotions, and the 10-minute morning rule that changed his life. Plus, practical tips on meditation, social media detox, and taking control of your mindsetSupport the showThere's a beautiful world just waiting for YOU! Go out and seize...
2025-11-051h 07
Offline XpressionStop Carrying the Past: Self-Forgiveness Tips with Anil GuptaSend us a textAnil Gupta, the Love Doctor, joins Offline Xpression to share how self-forgiveness and healing old wounds can strengthen your bond with your teen, and yourself. Listen and discover how self-forgiveness can free you from guilt.Support the showThere's a beautiful world just waiting for YOU! Go out and seize the day, and retake control of your life's digital balance!
2025-10-2949 min
Offline XpressionYou Are Enough: Breaking Digital Validation Addiction | Natalie LundSend us a textWelcome back to Offline Xpression! In this episode, host Jeff Hinderscheid talks with Natalie Lund, a world-traveled artist and Rapid Transformational Therapist. She shares how hypnosis, NLP, and self-parenting can transform your mental health. Learn practical tools to manage anxiety, grief, and digital overwhelm, and discover why following your passion and creativity is key to emotional well-being.Support the showThere's a beautiful world just waiting for YOU! Go out and seize the day, and retake control of your life's digital balance!
2025-10-2351 min
Offline XpressionThe PARADOX of Choice: Why Too Many Options Are Paralyzing Young AdultsSend us a textIn this episode of Offline Xpression: The Teen Art Revolution, Kristan Swan reveals how to turn career "failures" into stepping stones for authentic living. Discover why the "paradox of choice" paralyzes young adults, how to build your "personal board of directors," and why changing your mind isn't quitting. Kristan shares practical wisdom for navigating social pressures, AI influence, and finding genuine purpose over fleeting happiness in today's overwhelming world.Support the showThere's a beautiful world just waiting for YOU! Go out and seize the day, and retake control...
2025-10-151h 08
Offline XpressionTransform Your Parent–Child Relationship with The C.L.E.A.R. MethodSend us a textIn this episode of Offline Xpression: The Teen Art Revolution, parenting coach and Be Kind Coaching founder MegAnne Ford shares how to transform parent–child relationships. Discover why traditional, power-based parenting often backfires and how her C.L.E.A.R. Method -Connection, Limits, Empowerment, Accountability, Recovery- helps families build stronger connections, greater patience, and lasting emotional balance at home. Support the showThere's a beautiful world just waiting for YOU! Go out and seize the day, and retake control of your life's digital balance!
2025-10-091h 10
Offline XpressionHow I Overcame My Son’s Video Game AddictionSend us a textIn this episode of Offline Xpression: The Teen Art Revolution, Melanie Hempe(author of Kids’ Brains & Screens and founder of Screen Strong) dive deep into the growing problem of screen addiction among children and teens. Drawing from her personal experience raising a son who became addicted to video games, Melanie shares practical insights for parents who want to prevent and reverse screen dependency in their familiesConnect with Melanie Hempe & ScreenStrong:● Website: https://screenstrong.org/● Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bescreenstrong● Book Kids’ Brains & Screens: https://screenstrong.org/store...
2025-10-0156 min
Offline XpressionEpisode 3: The Cullens! A trip to Africa that changed livesSend us a textIn this very special episode we welcome some of our dear friends, Rob Cullen and his amazing daughter, Vivien. This summer they had the chance to go to Africa with the Rotary & Interact club to help build a house in a small village and essentially change lives through acts of service. They had no idea that the lives that would really be changed would be their own. The Cullens give us an incredible first hand account of what happiness looks like, how humility is expressed, and what a community without digital overwhelm can...
2025-09-171h 40Offline XpressionEpisode 2: Katherine Sellery - Changing the lens; mindset shifts; transforming communicationSend us a textOffline Xpression welcomes Katherine Sellery! For over 20 years Katherine has been guiding parents, educators, and leaders through powerful mindset shifts that transform the way we communicate, connect, and lead. Join us as we discuss her work, work that isn’t just about quick fixes, but rather is about changing the lens through which we see ourselves and the people we care for. Whether talking about raising kids, navigating conflict at work, or healing intergenerational patterns, Katherine brings a fresh perspective and practical tools that help people feel seen, heard, and empowered!
2025-09-171h 12Offline XpressionUpdates from Jeff!Send us a textFall is here, and we are about to go BIG! The podcast is officially growing, and there are a lot of amazing things going on. Since we have such a loyal fan base, we want to update everyone on what's going on, what you can do to join the revolution, and how you can help us meet our mission!Thanks for being an Xpressionist! We love our fans, and hope you are ready to see what is in store!Support the showThere's a beautiful world just...
2025-08-2713 min
Offline XpressionEpisode 1: Evan Hempe - Growing up without social media and screen addictionSend us a textSeason 2 is here!In this episode, Evan Hempe from Screen Strong joins the show to talk about what it was like being a kid growing up without social media. His journey is inspiring and the conversation robust, as this young man demonstrates all the reasons why not having social media was a blessing in disguise. From well mannered and confident to articulate and ambitious, Evan is a great representation of the good that can come from taking charge as a parent and removing the addiction of screens, and how a college...
2025-08-0151 minOffline XpressionSeason One Finale! Ep 23: Mary Catherine Liscinski - Tech Addiction, Problematic Gaming & The Path to Digital WellnessSend us a textWe welcome Mary Catherine Liscinski, a Life Coach that is certified to treat Digital Addiction! Join the discussion as we cover the successful ways to battle addiction, and how peer support and mentors play a huge role. We really enjoyed having Mary Catherine on the show to dive into the step by step process towards digital wellness as we continue down the path to regaining control of our time and attention. Mary Catherine is in the process of writing a book on Digital Addiction that includes how too much screen time damages us...
2025-07-121h 05Offline XpressionSpecial Episode: Jeff & Victoria Check In; Middle to High Growth; #beatthealgorithmSend us a textJeff and Victoria check in to discuss the amazing things learned during the first year of Offline Xpression! Join the conversation as our two hosts walk down memory lane, measure growth over time, and look to the future. Algorithm manipulation tactics, vocal warm ups via podcast equipment, and the fun of Fall projects fill this special episode with a warm hearted feeling that basically says thank you to everyone who is out there listening! Here at Offline Xpression, we LOVE YOU!Support the showThere's a beautiful world just...
2025-07-0244 minOffline XpressionEp 21: Curt Linville - "99 Words"; The Power of Love; Trustworthy Belief SystemsSend us a textJeff welcomes Curt Linville, Author of "99 Words – Building a Better Life", a book written with the goal of providing ideas and methods for how to build trustworthy and meaningful belief systems: foundations on which to build better lives. Join us in this discussion about how love is the key to personal growth. We all know that love is powerful, and in this episode we explore how it is also a great filter, and can be the greatest challenge. We discuss how we can put the power of love into all aspects of our li...
2025-06-201h 08Offline XpressionEp 20: Andy West - Victoria returns! Dopamine Life Hacks; Fighting fatigue; Rewards into EnergySend us a textJeff and Victoria welcome Andy West from all the way from Australia! Andy is the author of Dopamine Mountain and Anhedonia Wastelands, books designed to hack the dopamine reward system for energy, motivation and happiness. Join the conversation as Andy tells about how she suffered from severe chronic fatigue, cognitive decline and anhedonia depression for almost 4 years, and the battle she fought to get her life back. Using many different life hacks to rewire the dopamine system for good, Andy made a full recovery, even learning to overcome migraines and chronic pain, as...
2025-06-141h 04Offline XpressionEp 19: Dara Erck - SAM+LEO-Mental Health vitamins; Mental Wellness through Small ChangesSend us a textDara Erck is a seasoned global health strategist and the founder of SAM+LEO, a brand dedicated to improving teen mental health through innovative gummy vitamins. As the mother of two teen boys navigating their own mental health and learning needs, Dara brings a personal touch to her professional expertise. With a robust background in vaccine advocacy and resource mobilization, particularly through her work with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Dara empowers listeners by sharing actionable insights on public health initiatives and mental wellness. Join her as she explores how small changes can...
2025-05-3052 minOffline XpressionEpisode 18: Dr. Malasri Chaudhery-Malgeri - Unique perspectives; Adolescent Anxiety; Real World ImpactsSend us a textDr. Mala joins the podcast to share unique experiences and provide us with some great insights from various psychological paradigms. Dr. Mala specializes in the integration of Western psychology and Eastern philosophy bringing together the best of both worlds in her work with her clients. With a plethora of knowledge over a broad spectrum of topics, Dr. Mala's expertise gave us so much to think about and talk about, and we are excited for listeners to tune in as we continue our quest for more understanding in the complex digital world!...
2025-05-0955 minOffline XpressionEp 17: Marcy Pusey - Certified Trauma and Resilience Coach; Redefining Ourselves; Writing to HealSend us a textWe welcome Marcy Pusey as she brings her years of education and experience, along with her own personal story of resilience in the face of trauma. Marcy has written over 20 award winning books, and has helped world leaders with their own editing in her experience helping writers get their work into the world. Marcy has also done multiple TED Talks, and runs her own business as she helps people work through their past for a brighter future!Support the showThere's a beautiful world just waiting for YOU! Go...
2025-05-031h 16Offline XpressionEpisode 16: Jessica Speer - Device awareness; Happy friendships; and Social-Emotional Learning tips!Send us a textJoin Jeff as he welcomes Jessica for a robust conversation about amazing ways to help empower kids in their social circles through positive self-love and great social habits!Jessica Speer is the award-winning author of books for kids and teens, including The Phone Book - Stay Safe, Be Smart, and Make the World Better with the Powerful Device in Your Hand, BFF or NRF (Not Really Friends)? A Girls Guide to Happy Friendships and Middle School - Safety Goggles Advised.Blending social science, stories, and activities, her writing guides...
2025-04-161h 02
Offline XpressionEpisode 15: Arlene Cohen Miller-Work Life Balance Coaching for Women; Coaching and Mediation; The World of Law and PeopleSend us a textJoin Jeff as he welcomes Arlene Cohen Miller for this discussion about how the world of law and coaching for individuals colide, and how the impact of social media and screens can be battled by outdoor experience. They also dive into anchoring to the natural world around us, and the energy we can get from the living things all around us. Arlene Cohen Miller has a lot of experience in different areas, including being a Work-Life Balance Coach for Women, Professional Certified Coach with the International Coaching Federation, Colorado Attorney, Transformational M...
2025-03-121h 09Offline XpressionEpisode 14: Jeanine Mouchawar Certified Parenting Coach: Connecting with your teen; Healthy boundaries for parents; Building safe spaces for open communicationSend us a textJoin Jeff and Victoria as they welcome Jeanine Mouchawar, certified parenting coach, to discuss being your teen's "go to person" and building healthy boundaries with teenagers. From trust building opportunities to sharing the hard secrets of the teenage world, Jeanine has worked with many parents and helped discover ways to unite relationships within the home. Jeanine has an arsenal of amazing resources available to parents on her website, including Parenting Gems like "How to Help Your Daugther Feel Confident in the Age of Social Media". Enjoy this rewarding and inspiring conversation we have...
2025-02-2156 minOffline XpressionEpisode 13: - Alon Ferency - Advocating for the Artist’s Soul: Mindfulness Made Easy #blackoutperiodsSend us a textRabbi Alon Ferency joins Jeff on this episode as they discuss the challenges of the online world and some tips on how to battle some of that bad habits we can sometimes form. With years of experience in the world of multi-disciplinary arts, Alon is the advocate for the artist’s soul within each of us. He works with individual artists and arts communities, guiding them through creative blockages and self-doubt, and helping them infuse their art with authenticity, depth, and spiritual meaning. Drawing on Jewish tradition and his own artistic journey, Alon of...
2025-02-0440 min
Offline XpressionEpisode 12: Rebeccah Silence - author of Coming Back to Life; Life skills; Coping; Healing for the life we want #beelphabaSend us a textJeff and Victoria welcome certified life coach, author and cancer survivor, Rebeccah Silence! Rebeccah's story is inspiring, emotional and beautiful, shedding light on the power of the human spirit and the will to create the life we want in the midst of hardships and mental health disorders. Offline Xpression often focuses on art as an escape from constant screen time, but in this episode, we hone in on motivation, support and how to dig out of the depths of symptoms that we already may be experiencing. Join us as we welcome Rebeccah, and...
2025-01-0142 minOffline XpressionEpisode 11: Dr. Vasu Tolia - The intersection of art, medicine, and mental wellnessSend us a textJeff is joined by Dr. Vasu Tolia, retired pediatrican in gastroenterology, who has developed a second career as a visual artist. Dr. Tolia shares how the digital environment impacts both the physical and mental health of young people which she has witnessed firsthand. Her journey has led her to create arts specifically designed to promote peace and balance in our increasingly screen-dominated world. Dr. Tolia creates abstract and semi-abstract paintings that serve as visual anchors for mindfulness and emotional regulation, skills that are crucial for young people navigating today's digital landscape. Come join...
2024-12-1851 minOffline XpressionEpisode 10: Jude Yriarte talks Neurographic Art; Victoria returns; IG Check In!Send us a textVictoria rejoins her place on the show as the other half of the dynamic duo! Jeff and Victoria welcome Jude Yriarte, the Grants and Gallery Manager at Sol Treasures. Jude wears many hats at the organization, teaching art in the schools and strongly advocating for the arts in the community. Jude is also one of the founding creators of the Social Media Empowerment curriculum, and this very podcast! Join the team as they discuss neurographic art and the ways in which it can bring calming vibes and peaceful creativity to the stressful world...
2024-11-271h 08Offline XpressionEpisode 9: Thomas Brown - 2012 A Bicycle OdysseySend us a textJoin Jeff as he welcomes Thomas Brown, host of Inner Monologue and Stages podcasts, and author of 2012: A Bicycle Odyssey. Thomas tells us about the importance of art, creativity, and the cultivation of self-awareness in managing mental health, and tells his personal story about the loss of his brother to suicide. Thomas tells about his incredible cross county journey by bicycle, and his path through grief and healing. You don't want to miss this, or miss your chance to get your hands on 2012: A Bicycle Odyssey today!Support the show
2024-11-191h 01Offline XpressionEpisode 8: Clearfork Academy founder and CEO Austin Davis!Send us a textJeff is joined by the amazing Austin Davis, the founder and CEO of a teen treatment center in Texas, named Clearfork Academy . Author of, "My Kid, My Crisis," Austin continues to tell the story of recovery in a family and youth setting, shares some insight on how to successfully help teens through addiction, and explores a variety of challenges faced when dealing with mental health issues. Jeff and Austin discuss the added challenges of screen and social media addiction, underlying issues, and skill building that can help with balancing the digital age. ...
2024-11-0843 minOffline XpressionEpisode 7: Special Guest Zarina PritchettSend us a textJoin Jeff as he welcomes and interviews special guest Zarina Pritchett, a veteran and mother who has taken some amazing steps in fighting the screen time habit by creating her own card game! Zarina and Jeff discuss the habits they see within families, and explore the way in which Zarina came to create ZoChey ZomadicShift, a card game for the whole family! Support the showThere's a beautiful world just waiting for YOU! Go out and seize the day, and retake control of your life's digital balance!
2024-10-1956 minOffline XpressionEpisode 6: The Jernigan's Historic Walking Tour! Fun outdoor activity about history, town pride, and fun story telling!Send us a textIn this episode, Jeff and Victoria are joined by John and Karen Jernigan, long time King City natives, who share their story about how they grew the passion and inspiration for the history of King City. A great way to substitute screen time with outdoor sunlight, great people, town pride and education about those who came before us!Support the showThere's a beautiful world just waiting for YOU! Go out and seize the day, and retake control of your life's digital balance!
2024-09-271h 23Offline XpressionEpisode 5: Dopamine; The Instagram Algorithm; Unrealistic Beauty Standards and ComparisonsSend us a textJoin your host's Jeff and Victoria as they discuss the pleasure neurotransmitter and the ways social media platforms use it to their advantage, along with the harsh realities of being secluded from social get togethers, and the manipulation tactics we use when posting online. Support the showThere's a beautiful world just waiting for YOU! Go out and seize the day, and retake control of your life's digital balance!
2024-08-151h 23Offline XpressionEpisode 4: Circadian Rhythms, Screens and SleepSend us a textJoin host Jeff Hinderscheid and co-host Victoria Jones as they discuss the basics of our natural sleep cycles and the way screens effect them. We all know the world moves fast, and we know rest is important. However, are there things we are doing that are damaging the ways in which we recharge our minds and bodies? Let's talk about it!Support the showThere's a beautiful world just waiting for YOU! Go out and seize the day, and retake control of your life's digital balance!
2024-08-0150 minOffline XpressionEpisode 3: Social Media & Mental Health: Shaping our reputation,effects on our self-esteem, and conformity lessonsSend us a textJeff and Victoria welcome youth guest Rebecca Serrano as we discuss the rise of Social Media issues in today's world. From posting and sharing to comments and popularity tiers, the team dives into the hardships of balance in social media, and the effects it can have on our brains and social perceptions, along with where we fit and why we try so hard to be accepted. Support the showThere's a beautiful world just waiting for YOU! Go out and seize the day, and retake control of your life's d...
2024-07-161h 18Offline XpressionSpecial Episode! A Walking Testimony with Kyndal EdwardsSend us a textKyndal Edwards is walking across America as A Walking Testimony for mental health awareness to remind everyone that #youmatter! Join us as we embark on a journey through The Walking Guy's inspiring story, and help spread awareness so those fighting through tough situations know that they are loved. Trigger Warning: We discuss the raw hardships of substance use, suicide, and those we have lost. That said, we are sensitive to it, and the episode has a foundation of love and support for all people who struggle, and ways to f...
2024-06-011h 40Offline XpressionEpisode 2: The Screen Effect - iPhone shamers, likes and comments, and pre-sleep don'tsSend us a textThis episode is about what happens to our brains and bodies due to excessive screentime, and ways we can build good habits that help balance screen use. Join your host, Jeff Hinderscheid, and his young apprentice/co-host Victoria Jones as they talk about their own experiences, and changes they want to implement when learning new information and stagering statistics!Support the showThere's a beautiful world just waiting for YOU! Go out and seize the day, and retake control of your life's digital balance!
2024-05-3056 minOffline XpressionSocial Media Empowerment: TeaserSend us a textA brief overview of what the Social Media Empowerment curriculum is, why it's important, and how this all began. A thank you to our generous grantors, sponsors and donors, along with a fun teaser interview with one or our star art students. Enjoy!Support the showThere's a beautiful world just waiting for YOU! Go out and seize the day, and retake control of your life's digital balance!
2024-04-0624 minOffline XpressionEpisode 1: Cyberbullying w/ Victoria JonesSend us a textCyberbullying through the eyes of a middle schooler. How to cope, what we can say, and some good habits to think about. Enjoy!Support the showThere's a beautiful world just waiting for YOU! Go out and seize the day, and retake control of your life's digital balance!
2024-04-0636 minOffline XpressionTrailerSend us a textThis is an introduction to what the podcast is and will be, and is designed to be the trailer for our upcoming episodes. Support the showThere's a beautiful world just waiting for YOU! Go out and seize the day, and retake control of your life's digital balance!
2024-03-2201 min