Prakash Janakiraman | Season 3 | Episode 3

In this insightful episode of The Whole Student Podcast, hosts Kal Balaven and Mo Pritzker dive into the complex relationship between technology, community, and education with special guest Prakash Janakiraman, co-founder of Nextdoor. Prakash shares his inspiring journey from growing up in Hayward to creating one of the world’s leading platforms for building local connections. Together, they explore the dual role of technology as both a bridge and a barrier to meaningful relationships in schools and neighborhoods.

The conversation examines how tools like Nextdoor foster authentic community ties through initiatives like the “good neighbor pledge” and innovative AI content moderation. Kal and Mo also discuss the challenges educators face with technology’s impact on student connection and focus, offering thoughtful insights on guiding young people toward intentional, purposeful tech use.

This episode offers a fascinating blend of personal stories, practical advice, and thought-provoking ideas on harnessing technology to strengthen communities. Tune in to discover how we can all become better digital citizens!