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Screen-Safe PodcastOnline Safety in Rural Communities – With PC Paul EvansIn this episode I am joined by PC Paul Evans, of North Yorkshire. He shares his experience of seeing the rise of crime online and ways in which predators target children and teens online. This is happening everywhere, including the 'nice school' and communities out in rural areas. If you have a child who has access to WIFI then this is a must listen.2024-12-0557 minScreen-Safe PodcastBack to school and the online risks during this busy time.September, back to school - it's a BUSY time for parents. How much admin?!?I hope your child(ren) has settled into their new year ok so far without too many bumps in the road. It's no wonder online safety can take a back seat in many households due to everything else going on. BUT it's actually a time where the risks can creep up due to a number of factors. In this episode, I'm going to talk about why this is a particularly common time for more risky behaviours happening and introduce you...2023-09-1415 minScreen-Safe PodcastBack to school and the online risks during this busy time.September, back to school - it's a BUSY time for parents. How much admin?!?I hope your child(ren) has settled into their new year ok so far without too many bumps in the road. It's no wonder online safety can take a back seat in many households due to everything else going on. BUT it's actually a time where the risks can creep up due to a number of factors. In this episode, I'm going to talk about why this is a particularly common time for more risky behaviours happening and introduce you...2023-09-1415 minScreen-Safe PodcastSexting - What is it & How & When to talk to your child about it....Thank you for listening. I'd really appreciate it if you could share with anyone else who could find this podcast helpful!You can follow me on Instagram @screensafeglobal or sign up to receive my newsletter with more tips, tools and support at www.screen-safe.co.ukThanks for listening! Anna Grab my free PDF & Audio guide for my top 3 essential steps to keep your Child (7 - 12yrs) safe online here: https://screensafe.vipmembervault.com/3tweentipsFollow on Instagram Screen-Safe - Online Safety for Kids & Parents & Schools (@screensafeglobal...2023-09-0720 minScreen-Safe PodcastSexting - What is it & How & When to talk to your child about it....Thank you for listening. I'd really appreciate it if you could share with anyone else who could find this podcast helpful!You can follow me on Instagram @screensafeglobal or sign up to receive my newsletter with more tips, tools and support at www.screen-safe.co.ukThanks for listening! Anna Grab my free PDF & Audio guide for my top 3 essential steps to keep your Child (7 - 12yrs) safe online here: https://screensafe.vipmembervault.com/3tweentipsFollow on Instagram Screen-Safe - Online Safety for Kids & Parents & Schools (@screensafeglobal...2023-09-0720 minScreen-Safe PodcastSexting - What is it & How & When to talk to your child about it.... Let's talk about sexting and sending 'nudes.' Yep, it might not be top of your list, but it's vital to address with your kids. Just like the other awkward sex and porn talks, this one's a priority too.As well as talking to them about the risks and reasons why not to do it, we, as parents, need to understand the pressures to send images that some children face. Make sure you are approaching the topic with empathy and understanding of their world and the influences they can experience today, rather than panic and st...2023-08-0320 minScreen-Safe PodcastAI Dating Apps! Yep they exist and children are using them - here's what you need to know.AI, a huge topic in its own right and one that I will be talking about on a regular basis as we keep watching and learning what is happening in this world of AI.But, recently I was made aware of something already happening in the world of AI which prompted me to record this short episode to hopefully reach as many parents as possible.AI Dating Apps.... on your child's phone, I-pad and devices. I have had a quick look into this and wanted to share my findings, and also to say I will b...2023-07-2712 minScreen-Safe PodcastAI Dating Apps! Yep they exist and children are using them - here's what you need to know.AI, a huge topic in its own right and one that I will be talking about on a regular basis as we keep watching and learning what is happening in this world of AI.But, recently I was made aware of something already happening in the world of AI which prompted me to record this short episode to hopefully reach as many parents as possible.AI Dating Apps.... on your child's phone, I-pad and devices. I have had a quick look into this and wanted to share my findings, and also to say I will b...2023-07-2712 minScreen-Safe PodcastYear 6 Parents! This one is for youYear 6! There are so many mixed emotions for both you and your child at this milestone time. End of year assemblies, proms, trips and memories all being made and happening. There's anxious moments, fear of the unknown, reluctance to leave the stability and routines we have had for the last 6/7 years and so much more! It can feel like a lot is changing and for you, as a parent, once your child starts Secondary school, it can seem like they grow up 3 years in one week! One of the things that does tend to change is how ch...2023-07-1719 minScreen-Safe PodcastYear 6 Parents! This one is for youYear 6! There are so many mixed emotions for both you and your child at this milestone time. End of year assemblies, proms, trips and memories all being made and happening. There's anxious moments, fear of the unknown, reluctance to leave the stability and routines we have had for the last 6/7 years and so much more! It can feel like a lot is changing and for you, as a parent, once your child starts Secondary school, it can seem like they grow up 3 years in one week! One of the things that does tend to change is how ch...2023-07-1719 minScreen-Safe PodcastSneaky Snapchat! The AI bot who took us all by surprise!This weeks episode is all about Snapchats new(ish) MY AI bot that landed earlier this year. If you don't use Snapchat but your child does, you may have no idea about this new function that has landed. It's not optional, if you use Snapchat it is now a permanent feature -(unless you want to pay to block it!)So what's the deal? and what do you need to be aware of as a parent? This episode will help you understand what it is, how it works and what the risks could be to yo...2023-07-0618 minScreen-Safe PodcastSneaky Snapchat! The AI bot who took us all by surprise!This weeks episode is all about Snapchats new(ish) MY AI bot that landed earlier this year. If you don't use Snapchat but your child does, you may have no idea about this new function that has landed. It's not optional, if you use Snapchat it is now a permanent feature -(unless you want to pay to block it!)So what's the deal? and what do you need to be aware of as a parent? This episode will help you understand what it is, how it works and what the risks could be to yo...2023-07-0618 minScreen-Safe PodcastOne of, if not THE most dangerous site that children are accessing now - This one definitely needs to be blocked!!Episode #3 - This is a short but really important episode. Today I'm talking about a site which I feel is the most dangerous (and unknown by parents) that we know children are accessing. One where they can be on a video call with strangers, exposed to sexual content and live sexual acts, grooming and a whole host of other dangerous and inappropriate content and people no parent would want their child talking to! All just by clicking a button to say they are 18....................Please listen ,take note and then share with as many parents to sp...2023-06-2212 minScreen-Safe PodcastOne of, if not THE most dangerous site that children are accessing now - This one definitely needs to be blocked!!Episode #3 - This is a short but really important episode. Today I'm talking about a site which I feel is the most dangerous (and unknown by parents) that we know children are accessing. One where they can be on a video call with strangers, exposed to sexual content and live sexual acts, grooming and a whole host of other dangerous and inappropriate content and people no parent would want their child talking to! All just by clicking a button to say they are 18....................Please listen ,take note and then share with as many parents to sp...2023-06-2212 minScreen-Safe PodcastThe Tweenage Years!Ep #2. Tweenagers! Have you got one, or will you have one? Today I'm focusing on that crucial, but often overlooked stage between child and teen, more commonly being referred to as 'tweenage' now. It's a wide age, because as we all know, children all develop differently. For this episode I'm talking about children aged between 7 - 12. There is A LOT going on at this age:Hormones are kicking inFriends and peers become more important, more influential and more emotionalMore time unsupervised onlineOften getting their first phone at some point in this age. Phew! So it's bound to ...2023-06-2218 minScreen-Safe PodcastThe Tweenage Years!Ep #2. Tweenagers! Have you got one, or will you have one? Today I'm focusing on that crucial, but often overlooked stage between child and teen, more commonly being referred to as 'tweenage' now. It's a wide age, because as we all know, children all develop differently. For this episode I'm talking about children aged between 7 - 12. There is A LOT going on at this age:Hormones are kicking inFriends and peers become more important, more influential and more emotionalMore time unsupervised onlineOften getting their first phone at some point in this age. Phew! So it's bound to ...2023-06-2217 minScreen-Safe PodcastWelcome to the Screen-Safe Podcast!In this first episode, I'm going to tell you why I created Screen-Safe and how I am going to help parents, teachers, grandparents and carers feel more ontop of online safety.I'm really excited to launch this podcast and reach as many people as possible, who care about keeping children and teens safer online. There is so much to think about, talk about and stay on top of across all ages of children, it is no wonder many parents feel overwhelmed and can't find the time to keep up with what is happening in their child's online w...2023-06-2231 minScreen-Safe PodcastWelcome to the Screen-Safe Podcast!In this first episode, I'm going to tell you why I created Screen-Safe and how I am going to help parents, teachers, grandparents and carers feel more ontop of online safety.I'm really excited to launch this podcast and reach as many people as possible, who care about keeping children and teens safer online. There is so much to think about, talk about and stay on top of across all ages of children, it is no wonder many parents feel overwhelmed and can't find the time to keep up with what is happening in their child's online w...2023-06-2231 min