Why Tech is So Hard to Regulate feat. Matt Robison

Why Tech is So Hard to Regulate feat. Matt Robison

Author: Shield Your Body® February 1, 2022 Duration: 1:06:32

The Healthier Tech Podcast is the show bringing you a practical solutions-based approach to understanding how best to live in balance with our increasing reliance on tech.

The show from Shield Your Body brings you expert voices that clearly explain the science that matters to you, and the usable tips that you can use to live healthier, while defending against the health risks of modern day technologies. 

Today on the show we welcome Matt Robinson, a public policy expert. A former chief of staff and legislative director for three members of Congress and former policy director in the New Hampshire State Senate, Matt holds a Master's in Public Policy from the Harvard Kennedy School. He is the host of the Beyond Politics podcast which is available on all podcast platforms. Today, they will be discussing why it is so hard to get meaningful regulations passed in the US in comparison with Europe. They will be talking not only about EMF regulations but as well as those less controversial policies. The question remains, why is it so difficult to get the US government to address problems that emerge at the inner section of health and technology. Let's find out! In this episode you will hear: 

  • Differences in policies and regulations between the US and Europe
  • Scientific and Technology achievements and advancement today
  • Who addresses the EMF problem
  • Public health regulations
  • Four bucket of social problem

For more information on the subject covered today head to https://www.shieldyourbody.com/ for resources, in-depth articles, free tips and PDF guides to learn all about EMF, health and protection. 


We often hear about the latest gadgets and apps, but rarely about their subtle, cumulative effects on our well-being. The Healthier Tech Podcast, from Shield Your Body®, digs into that exact space. This isn't about rejecting technology, but about understanding the intersection where our devices meet our biology. Conversations explore the tangible influences-like how EMF exposure might affect stress levels, how blue light disrupts circadian rhythms, or how algorithmic design can hijack our dopamine pathways. We bring in researchers, physicians, and engineers to translate complex science into actionable insights. You'll hear specific discussions on protecting sleep from screen interference, maintaining focus in a world of notifications, and balancing connectivity with mental energy. The goal is to provide a clearer picture of our daily interactions with phones, laptops, and smart home devices, offering practical strategies for a more intentional and healthier relationship with the tools we use. Whether you're deeply concerned about electromagnetic fields or simply feel drained by constant digital engagement, this podcast serves as a grounded resource. It’s for anyone who senses their tech is taking more than it gives and wants to reclaim a sense of physical and mental equilibrium without disconnecting entirely. Tune in for a nuanced take on navigating a wired world.
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