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Cyberwise ChatsCreating a Family AI Agreement: Smart Guidelines for a New Tech EraAI tools are rapidly becoming part of everyday life—from homework help and learning apps to chatbots, image generators, and more. Kids are exploring these tools earlier than ever so in this episode, we walk parents and caregivers through how to create a Family AI Use Agreement—a clear, developmentally informed set of expectations that supports healthy, ethical, and safe habits with AI.
2025-11-2135 min
techCast Powered by QNA MarcomtechCast Episode 21:Smart. Scalable. Secure. Cyberwise Redefines Resilience Against Evolving ThreatsCyberwise checks the cyber posture of companies and makes sure they are ready and resilient to tackle even the most complex threats, says Kadir Yuceer, Regional Director EMEA at Cyberwise.
2025-07-0422 min
Speak Up Podcast: Sercan AkdemirFirewall’dan Tangoya: Kadir Yüceer ile Teknoloji ve Hayat DengesiBu bölümde konuğumuz Cyberwise Orta Doğu ve Avrupa Direktörü Kadir Yüceer. Kadir Bey ile sadece siber güvenliği değil; teknoloji, liderlik, kültür dönüşümü ve bireysel gelişim gibi çok katmanlı bir yolculuğu masaya yatırdık.
💻 Siber güvenlik nedir, neden artık bir “opsiyon” değil?
Dijitalleşmenin hız kazandığı bir çağda siber tehditler hayatımızın ayrılmaz bir parçası haline geldi. Kadir Yüceer’e göre siber güvenlik, artık “bir kere çözülüp geçilecek” bir başlık değil, sürekli...
2025-07-0125 minCyberwise ChatsDigital Pals: Kids, Chatbots, and BelongingIn this Cyberwise Chat, we explore the growing trend of children forming connections with AI companions. With the recent introduction of Google’s Gemini AI chatbot for users under 13, designed to assist with tasks like homework and storytelling , questions arise about the impact of such technology on children’s emotional development and sense of belonging. We’ll delve into current research on the psychological effects of AI interactions, discuss concerns raised by child development experts, and provide parents and teachers with practical tips to navigate this new digital landscape. Whether your child is already engaging with AI or you’re seeki...
2025-06-2839 minCyberwise ChatsSafe But Sorry: Why Digital Protectionism Won't Keep Kids SafeAre we really protecting young people online, or are we just creating a false sense of security through various bans and restrictions? In this compelling "Cyberwise Chat,” Diana Graber and Dr. Pamela Rutledge chat with two leading experts, Dr. Sydney Sullivan and Dr. Nolan Higdon, who will change how you think about online safety.
We explore the current trend toward Digital Protectionism and discuss how policies restricting access may actually be depriving youth of opportunities for learning, growth, and the development skills they will need. And how this is also letting Big Tech off the hook.
2025-04-1831 minCyberwise ChatsWhat's Up With Today's Online Youth? Featuring Dino Ambrosi (Founder of Project Reboot)In this Cyberwise Chat, Dr. Pamela Rutledge and Author Diana Graber welcome back special guest Dino Ambrosi, Founder of Project Reboot, a research-backed program aimed at helping students develop healthy digital habits. We discuss the insights Dino has gathered from meeting with students around the world. How are they navigating their relationship with technology today?
YouTube Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vtEHzF0SZXQ
2025-02-2758 minCyberwise ChatsNew Year, New Trends: Tips To Keep Your Kids Safe OnlineA new year full of new trends awaits our digital kids… Meta (Facebook and Instagram) have ditched fact-checking, TikTok will likely be banned in the US, and Florida has enacted its ban aimed at keeping kids under 14 off of social media. At the same time, AI finds its way into literally every online tool kids will use in 2025 and beyond. How are parents supposed to keep up? In this interactive webinar (yes, you can ask questions!), Dr. Pamela Rutledge and Diana Graber will discuss the latest trends and provide tips on how parents, caregivers, and teachers can best support th...
2025-01-2153 min
Outside the Screen PodcastEp 53: Toys at bedtime?This episode starts with an apology for my erratic output in recent weeks. It’s been partly about travel and visitors and such, but there has also been quite a lot of stuff for a children’s media rights advocate to do. For example I gave evidence to a parliamentary committee on privacy: see the Hansard transcript here. Plus we have been working hard on our response to the review of the Commercial Television Industry Code of Practice - submissions due on 11 November. Hoping to get a bit more regular now, and if you want to send me any enco...
2024-11-0428 minCyberwise ChatsAI & "DeepNudes": What Parents and Educators Need to KnowThe use of generative AI (artificial intelligence that can produce new content) to generative nude or nearly-nude depictions of individuals is a troubling and growing trend. A simple Google search reveals dozens of free and easy-to-use “nudification” apps that anyone a use. Already students have used these to generate and share naked images of classmates via group chats and on social media. Such digitally altered images — known as “deepfakes” or “deepnudes” — can have devastating consequences. Learn more by watching this Cyberwise Chat. To see all of our Chats visit: https://www.cyberwise.org/cyberwisechats
2024-11-0140 min
The Virtual CISO MomentS6E50 - A Conversation with Sheryl BenedictSheryl Benedict is a PCI DSS enthusiast and information security and compliance leader with over 25+ years of experience in providing various services for companies ranging from small private companies to Fortune 50 / 500 Global Organizations. She is also one of 24 globally renowned PCI SSC women in payments leaders in the payments industry. She was a PCI DSS speaker at the North America and Europe PCI SSC community meetings and a global PCI DSS speaker for Cyberwise conference in Turkey. Join us as we dig into PCI concerns for small and midsized businesses.
2024-10-1529 min
With InterestEssential cybersecurity insights for small businessExplore critical findings from CPA Australia's 2024 small business survey, focusing on cyber security challenges and best practices. Join our expert cybersecurity guest, who provides insights on common mistakes, the impact of AI on security, balancing cyber security with technology initiatives, strategies for resource-constrained SMEs and emerging threats. Learn actionable takeaways and practical advice that you can implement right away. Whether you're a small business owner or an IT professional, this episode aims to empower you with the knowledge and tools to safeguard your business against cyber threats. Host: Gavan Ord, Business...
2024-10-0717 min
The Art of Allowance Podcast | Parenting | Families | Money Smarts | Financial LiteracyAOA 076 How Digital Literacy Protects Our Kids — with Diana GraberIn this Art of Allowance Podcast episode, host John Lanza speaks with guest Diana Graber about the challenges of and the strategies for raising kids in a digital world. They discuss understanding children's developmental readiness for technology, emphasizing ethical thinking in digital spaces and balancing the risks and the benefits of an online presence. Diana highlights the importance of teaching teens to protect their finances digitally via privacy measures and scam avoidance and the dangers of oversharing online. (Both kids and adults are guilty!) She and John also explore the need for parents to advocate for digital education in...
2024-09-3045 minCyberwise ChatsAre Kids Anxious or Unprepared? The State of Digital and Media Literacy EducationThere’s increasing concern about rising anxiety levels among youth, and technology often gets the blame. As we navigate a world where technology is an integral part of life, it’s crucial to equip young people with the skills to use it in a balanced and responsible way.
This is where digital and media literacy comes into play. In this Cyberwise Chat, we speak with Erin McNeill, the Founder and CEO of Media Literacy Now, to explore the current state of digital and media literacy education. We discuss how fostering these skills can help young people critically eval...
2024-09-2432 min
The Social-Engineer PodcastEp. 267 - Security Awareness Series - Own your YES and Find Your Passion with May Brooks-KemplerToday on the Social-Engineer Podcast: The Security Awareness Series, Chris is joined by May Brooks-Kempler. May is a cybersecurity expert who has transformed her early curiosity, hacking 90's computer games, into a distinguished cybersecurity career. As a board member of ISC2, an educator, a CISO and the founder of the Think Safe Cyber community, she is dedicated to making the online world a safer place for everyone. [July 15, 2024] 00:00 - Intro 00:19 - Intro Links: - Social-Engineer.com - http://www.social-engineer.com/ - Managed Voice Phishing - https://www.social-engineer...
2024-07-1538 minCyberwise ChatsLet The Summer Games Begin: How to Keep Your Young Gamers Safe! (Featuring Epic Games and Sony)With summer upon us, children everywhere are looking forward to keeping connected to their friends by playing online video games. Learn how to safeguard your kids whether they are playing one of the most popular games—Fortnite—or using the best-selling game console—PlayStation 5. For this Chat we spoke with Candela Montero, who is the Senior Director of Ecosystem Integrity at Epic Games, and Catherine Jensen, the VP of Global Consumer Experience at Sony Interactive Entertainment. Listen to learn about their built-in parental controls and more.
2024-06-2146 min
Click to TrustElection Misinformation: Platform Pains and Solutions with Tom Siegel2024 is a busy year for democracy! More countries will hold elections this year that at any point in the next two decades to come. So perhaps more than ever, it’s critical that we take a look at the growing amount of misinformation that threatens to influence or subvert these elections.In this episode of Click to Trust, we draw our series of episodes about election misinformation to a close with an examination from TrustLab CEO Tom Siegel. From the need for collaboration between platforms to combat misinformation to the impact of algorithmic amplification on...
2024-06-0526 minCyberwise ChatsYour Child's Digital Reputation Matters Featuring Kevin Quinlan of LifeBrandEverything your child posts online, or what others post about them, can potentially be seen by anyone and everyone! And we know that this matters. More and more, colleges, prospective employers, and even complete strangers are learning about our children online. While maintaining an appropriate and respectful digital reputation is a big responsibility for young people, it also presents a huge opportunity for them to tell a positive story! In this Cyberwise Chat we’ll talk with Kevin Quinlan, who is the Director of Education of LifeBrand, a company that helps individuals, schools, and businesses create meaningful and positive on...
2024-05-1636 minCyberwise ChatsWhy Your Kids Should Learn Coding NOW! (Featuring Code Ninjas)During this Cyberwise Chat, we chatted with Bill Marsland, the Director of Education at Code Ninjas, the world's largest and fastest-growing kids' coding franchise. Watch and learn about all the cognitive skills kids gain when they learn how to code.
See all of our Cyberwise Chats here: https://www.cyberwise.org/cyberwisechats
Check out Code Ninjas here: https://www.codeninjas.com/
2024-03-1933 minCyberwise ChatsTeachers on the Front Lines: When Social Media Problems Come To SchoolCyberbullying, Digital Drama, Exclusion, Hate Speech... problems that originate online are increasingly coming to school and disrupting the learning environment. Oftentimes, parents look to already overwhelmed teachers to solve these problems. But adding one more thing the the long list of priorities teachers already have is a tall order. So how can teachers, and parents, nip social media problems in the bud and keep them from spilling into the school day? In this Chat we offer answers, and solutions, as well as the results of our teacher survey on this issue. Learn more: www.cybercivics.com
2024-02-2339 minCyberwise ChatsShared & Compared: A Chat with the Author of "Growing Up in Public"More than ever, today’s children are growing up in world where nearly every moment of their lives is captured and shared on social media and more. In this Cyberwise Chat we spoke with Dr. Devorah Heitner, the best-selling author of “Growing Up in Public: Coming of Age in a Digital World,” about the special challenges today’s connected children face. We explored ways you can help your children set boundaries, manage their privacy and reputations, while they also figure out who they are in a world where everyone is watching. Learn more at www.cyberwise.org
2024-01-1740 minCyberwise ChatsMaking Games Safe For KidsWorried about your kids and online gaming? Well, worry no more! In this Cyberwise Chat, Dr. Pamela Rutledge and Diana Graber talk about all the (easy!) ways you can keep your children safe while they play. Learn more: https://www.cyberwise.org/cyberwisechats
2023-11-2842 min
Fiscal TherapyUnderstanding Cybersecurity: A Conversation with Tyler WiseIn this episode of Fiscal Therapy, Jody Sitters interviews Tyler Wise from Cyberwise. Tyler, an expert in cyber security and forensic accounting, shares his knowledge on the importance of cyber security for accounting practices and offers five top tips for practice owners. These tips include having an incident response plan, using a password manager, implementing multi-factor authentication, updating systems regularly, and backing up data. Tyler emphasizes the need for a game plan and highlights the importance of continuous cyber security efforts. Can your business survive a cyberattack? Join Tyler and Tara at our webinar and le...
2023-10-2523 minCyberwise ChatsHow To Protect Your Child From Cyberbullying With Special Guest Ross Ellis, Founder & CEO, STOMP Out Bullying®Learn how to protect your children from bullying and cyberbullying from experts Diana Graber, Dr. Pamela Rutledge, and Special Guest Ross Ellis from STOMP Out Bullying!
How To Protect Your Child From Cyberbullying
With Dr. Pamela Rutledge & Diana Graber
+ Special Guest Ross Ellis, Founder & CEO, STOMP Out Bullying®
2023-10-0537 minCyberwise ChatsBack-To-School Special: 5 Lessons Kids Need NOW!In this Cyberwise Chat, we discuss the top five lessons teachers say kids need most in order to use tech safely, wisely, and most of all, productively! From managing screen time to dealing with cyberbullies, we’ve got you covered. We’ll show you step-by-step how to teach these topics to different ages and stages. Help your children thrive this year and beyond!
2023-09-1336 min
Making After-School Cool PodcastEP 125: Digital Literacy during the Technology AgeToday, the use of technology has grown exponentially and is commonplace in our everyday lives. However, without guidance and training from a caring adult, young people can unintentionally misuse their technological fluency as a valuable resource. To speak on living with teens in a digital age is Diana Graber. Diana is a digital literacy educator and advocate. She is the co-founder of Cyberwise, a leading online safety and digital literacy organization; and the founder of Cyber Civics, an innovative middle school digital citizenship and literacy program currently being taught in over 40 US states, as well as the UK, Canada...
2023-08-1828 minCyberwise ChatsReady or Not, AI is Coming! Is Your Child Prepared?Innovations in artificial intelligence (AI) are accelerating at breakneck speeds: it’s hard for busy parents to keep up! Already children are growing up with AI-powered devices in the home, like Siri and Alexa, and many are playing with AI art tools like Dall E-2 or Dreamlike, and they may be talking about people having AI girlfriends (yes, it’s a thing). Even more advanced AI is on the way and these innovations will change everything from how kids learn, how they do research, and the jobs that will be available to them in the future.
What skil...
2023-06-2234 minCyberwise ChatsNew Laws Ban Teens From Social Media: Will They Work?Utah became the first state in the U.S. to ban teens from social media. Utah SB 152 requires that all residents under the age of 18 have parental consent in order to create an account. Additionally, users under the age of 18 are banned from all qualifying social media platforms between 10:30 pm and 6:30 am. Arkansas became the second state to enact a similar ban, prohibiting social media companies from allowing Arkansas residents under 18 years of age from holding accounts without parental consent. Lawmakers in other states are considering similar legislation. During this Cyberwise Chat, we’ll discuss the effectiveness of this ap...
2023-05-2430 minCyberwise ChatsKids & Screens: Can We Help Them Strike a Balance?Kids are spending more time with screens than ever, and worried parents are wondering if we have reached the point of no return. Can we help kids strike a balance between screen time and all the other important things in their young lives? We think so, and we explore how. We were joined for this chat by Amy Webster and Amina Mohamoud, the Youth Engagement Director and Coordinator of "LiveMore ScreenLess," a nonprofit that partners with school communities to promote and advocate for digital wellbeing, which is defined as balanced, intentional and effective use of technology.
2023-04-2133 minCyberwise ChatsShould TikTok Be Banned? Or Not?TikTok, the popular app beloved by tweens and teens, has found itself in the crosshairs lately. President Joe Biden recently signed legislation that would ban the app from phones and computers issued by federal agencies. Dozens of states have implemented similar prohibitions on devices used by their employees, and universities across the country have banned the app on university-issued phones and from campus Wi-Fi networks.
The reasons for these bans vary from concerns about algorithms that amplify misinformation to the app’s negative impact on societal discourse. The most cited concern, however, involves national security, as the ap...
2023-03-2536 minCyberwise ChatsChatGPT: A New Way to Learn? Or a New Way to Cheat?ChatGPT — the popular new A.I chatbot that can write essays, solve complex problems, do homework, and more — has sent many parents and educators into a panic. They believe students will use this tool to cheat, or worse, that students will never learn to write or think for themselves all. Some school districts have even banned the use of ChatGPT altogether. In this Cyberwise Chat, Dr. Pamela Rutledge, Director of the Media Psychology Research Center, and Diana Graber, founder of Cyberwise and Cyber Civics, and author of “Raising Humans in a Digital World” chat about whether or not this will cha...
2023-02-2737 minCyberwise ChatsDon’t Just ”Wait Until 8th”A popular “Wait Until 8th" campaign encourages parents to band together and agree to delay giving children a smartphone until at least 8th grade. While there are some advantages to this approach, in this Cyberwise Chat, Dr. Pamela Rutledge, Director of the Media Psychology Research Center, Diana Graber, Founder of Cyberwise and Cyber Civics and author of "Raising Humans in a Digital World," are joined by teachers Soni Albright and Joshua Berman to discuss the pros and cons of waiting to give children a smartphone. Learn more: www.cyberwise.org and www.cybercivics.com.
2023-02-2136 min
Teen Life PodcastEpisode 93: Icebreaker Questions & ChatGPTDo you ever struggle with getting teenagers to open up? Don’t miss these tried-and-true icebreakers to help create an open atmosphere in almost any group. We’ll also discuss one of the latest AI tools to storm the educational world, ChatGPT. We’ll look at the pros and cons and give you follow-up questions for talking with your teens.
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In this episode, we mentioned the following resources:
- EducationWeek: What is ChatGPT and How Is It Used in Education
- CyberWise: The Pros and Cons of Students Using ChatGPT
2023-02-0727 min
SparkBecoming Cyber-WiseGrowing up in a digital world involves new challenges tied to protecting your children’s privacy, self-esteem and exposure to the darker side of the Internet. Kellee talks with Diana Graber, co-founder of Cyberwise, on how to help you, to help your children build a healthy relationship with technology. Diana Graber is the founder of Cyber Civics and co-founder of CyberWise. She is also the author of "Raising Human in a Digital World: Helping Kids Build a Healthy Relationship with Technology." (HarperCollins Leadership, '19). An expert on digital literacy, Graber writes, presents, and is interviewed about technology's imp...
2023-01-2621 minCyberwise ChatsParasocial Relationships: Help! My Child’s Best Friend is a Media CharacterFrom Disney characters to YouTubers and Instagram celebrities, kids can develop deep emotional connections with media personalities and characters. These “parasocial relationships” are one-sided but to the kids, the media characters can feel like real friends, influencing everything a real friend does, from product purchases and interest in social causes to feelings of belonging and self-worth. In this Cyberwise Chat we discuss the positives and negatives of parasocial relationships and how they change as kids age. We also explain how you can help your kids recognize and navigate these tricky relationships.
2022-11-2241 min
The Healthier Tech PodcastRijul Arora Wants You to Have a Healthy Place in the Digital WorldFor today's episode, Rijul joins us as we discuss the relationship we have with technology and how we can build and maintain a healthy balance. We talk about shifting your perspective from an outward view of others to an inner view of yourself and the joy you can find in the moments you have, Rijul shares his experience with overcoming his tech addiction, and we look into the spectrum of digital wellness. We also get into the comparison of tech to drugs, the connotations that can arise, and Rijul's analogy of tech to food. Having a healthy, balanced "diet"...
2022-11-2232 minCyberwise Chats”Behind Their Screens” What Kids Are REALLY Doing Online.In this Cyberwise Chat we talk to authors Dr. Carrie James and Dr. Emily Weinstein about their new book: "Behind Their Screens: What Teens are Facing (and What Adults are Missing)." It turns out what adults are missing is... a lot! After surveying more than 3,500 teens, the authors discovered that youth worry about their dependence on devices, being left out socially, and they feel pressure to be "on" 24/7. You will learn about the different kinds of "sexting," comparison quicksand, collecting receipts, and many more important topics that today's digital parents should know about. Don't miss this one!
2022-10-2049 minCyberwise ChatsBuilding a Resilient Kid: What Parents Need to KnowDigital kids face all kinds of online pressures and challenges, from cyberbullying to sexting, counting social media “likes,” to trying to look “perfect” online. The one skill that can help them withstand these pressures is resiliency. In this Cyberwise Chat, Dr. Pamela Rutledge, Director of the Media Psychology Research Center, author Diana Graber, founder of Cyberwise/Cyber Civics, and kids media expert CJ Lindsey, host of “The Parents Guide to What Kids Watch” will address how help kids build the resiliency they need to be safe and wise online.
2022-09-1639 minCyberwise ChatsSextortion on the Rise? What Parents Need to KnowIn early 2022, two teen boys took their own lives due to "sextortion." This is a form of blackmail in which the attacker threatens to send intimate images or videos of the victim to others if they do not pay them or give them additional images or videos. Although this can happen to anyone of any age or gender, attackers tend to target younger victims and in March of this year, the FBI warned of an increase in sextortion cases targeting young boys.
In this Chat, we explain how parents can protect their children from falling for this...
2022-07-1635 minCyberwise ChatsDigital Literacy: The Key to Success at Every AgeOnline life is complex and the list of topics kids should know about and understand includes everything from misinformation, disinformation, sexting, cyberbullying, deep fakes, stereotypes, plagiarism, web search, personal information, copyright, and much more. Digital literacy IS today’s literacy and kids unequipped with it are woefully unprepared for digital life. In this webinar we discuss how kids can learn digital literacy to be successful at all ages. Special guest Dino Ambresi, a self-described ex-social media "addict" with a mission to help others build healthy relationships with their devices talked about the digital literacy course he designed and teaches at...
2022-06-1649 minCyberwise ChatsKids & Screen Time: How Much Is Too Much?Just when you thought kids couldn't possibly spend more time with screens, a new study from Common Sense Media finds screen time is up 17% for tweens and teens since the start of the pandemic. And that doesn’t include time spent attending school virtually and doing homework. In this Cyberwise Chat, we dive in to the different ways kids use screens and address the million dollar question: How much is too much? We’re joined by special guest Sue Scheff, nationally recognized author, parent advocate and family Internet safety advocate. Most importantly, Sue is the founder of P.U.R.E...
2022-05-2132 min
Furry, Explained with Finn the Panther[LEGACY] What is Furry Internet CourtesyIt's hard to dispute the idea that the furry fandom needs the internet; it wouldn't be where it is today without it! But, in the grand scheme of things, the internet hasn't been around for that long, and we as a society are still working out collective rules on how we want to act and communicate whilst on it. The furry fandom is no different in this endeavor, and while it too continues to adjust as time goes on, there are some general guidelines that follow what a majority of furs would agree to be common courtesy. On this...
2022-04-2722 minCyberwise ChatsKids, War & TikTok: What Parents Need to Know!If you think TikTok is just a fun, lip-synching, dancing app, think again. Millions of young people getting real-time information—sometimes quite graphic— about the war in Ukraine from the platform. Some posts have earned millions of likes and hundreds of thousands of comments. Even the White House has taken note of TikTok as a prominent news source about the war, recently inviting 30 top TikTok influencers to a press briefing in order to provide them with key information to inform their content. Watch this Cyberwise Chat with Dr. Pamela Rutledge of the Media Psychology Research Center and Diana Graber of C...
2022-04-2239 min
Teen Life PodcastEpisode 48: Pornography & Acronyms 2In episode 48, Chris and Karlie give a big picture overview of the effects pornography has on developing minds and ways adults can help teens navigate the inevitable dangers of online porn. They also dive into acronyms that every parent needs to know and ways that Disney+ is changing.
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In this episode, we mentioned the following resources:
- The Recovery Village: Pornography Facts and Statistics
- Fightthenewdrug.org: Boys Exposed: How Porn Traumatizes
- Fightthenewdrug.org: How Many Women Watch Porn?
- Defendyoungminds.org: 10 Tricky Ways Porn...
2022-03-2923 minCyberwise ChatsSocial Media Dangers: How Can We Make It Safer for Kids?Along with exciting and positive ways of connecting, social media also exposes youth to new risks—like cyberbullying, sexting, misinformation, political polarization, inappropriate content, predators, mining of personal information, possible impact to self-esteem, and more. Most parents are aware of these risks, but are less knowledgeable about what they can do to make social media safer. In this Chat we’ll discuss how all stakeholders—parents, schools, policy makers, and tech companies—can work together to mitigate social media risks and make connecting safer for our kids. We are very excited to welcome special guest David Ryan Polgar, Founder and Exec...
2022-03-2419 minCyberwise ChatsTeens and Dating in the Digital AgeFor many teens during the pandemic, the only option to maintain and forge new relationships with their peers has been via their devices. This includes romantic relationships. Understandably, teens are flirting, “dating,” and even meeting potential partners online. In this Chat, we’ll talk about what parents can do to ensure their kids have safe and healthy online relationships. We’ll cover the most popular dating apps, talk about “sexting,” and give tips on how parents can talk to teens about their online relationships. We were very excited to welcome our special guest, graduate student Taylor Blatchford, who is also the fou...
2022-03-2217 minCyberwise ChatsWhat the Heck is the Metaverse and Should You Let Your Children Go There?
When Facebook rebranded itself as “Meta” last October, CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced plans to develop a massive “metaverse.” Broadly, this will be an immersive digital world accessed through virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (VR) devices. Still confused? Think “Ready Player One"! What the "metaverse" means for the youngest and most vulnerable potential users—children—is the topic of this Cyberwise Chat with Diana Graber, Dr. Pamela Rutledge, and special guest Sean Herman, Founder and CEO of Kinzoo.
2022-03-2221 minCyberwise ChatsWhat’s On Your Child’s List? Are They Ready for the Hottest Tech Gifts?From an iPhone to Nintendo Switch, a tablet to a smartwatch, what's on your child's wishlist? And more importantly, is your child ready for the responsibility many of these tech gifts demand? In this Chat we answer your questions about tech-readiness and how to prepare your child for the gadgets they're wishing for.
2022-03-2234 minCyberwise ChatsIs Instagram Really Destroying Your Child’s Self-Esteem?
A Wall Street Journal article titled, “Facebook Knows Instagram Is Toxic for Teen Girls, Company Documents Show,” reports that “(f)or the past three years, Facebook has been conducting studies into how its photo-sharing app affects its millions of young users.” Facebook’s own researchers “found that Instagram is harmful for a sizable percentage of them, most notably teenage girls.” In this chat we discuss these findings, take a dive into the research, and most importantly, explain what parents can do!
2022-03-2242 minCyberwise ChatsTikTok & Gen Z: From Viral Dance Videos to Social Media ActivismWhen parents think of TikTok, usually viral dance videos come to mind. However, platforms like TikTok, Snapchat, Instagram, and Twitter are being used by Gen Z — youth born after 1996 —to revolutionize activism. At just the click of a button, they can start a movement… like TikTok users who helped sabotage a Trump rally when they coordinated to register for tickets and did not show up, or young Indonesians who used the app to protest labor law reforms. And following George Floyd's murder, there was a surge in Black Lives Matter videos on all of these social media apps. Dr. Brooke...
2022-03-2233 minCyberwise ChatsOMG! You Won’t BELIEVE What Kids Are Clicking On.Did our clickbait headline get your attention? We hope so! In this Cyberwise Chat, we tackle the topic of clickbait and misinformation. Kids today are exposed to all sorts of online information that's downright untrue, and unarmed with media literacy skills, they can fall for (and share!) headlines designed to grab their attention. Find out how you can prepare your child to face an online world full of clickbait and fake news!
2022-03-2247 minCyberwise ChatsKids and Online Porn: What Parents Need To KnowOne of the most disturbing problems of the digital age is how easy it is for children to access online pornography. With cellphones in their pockets, access to porn is often just a click away. In fact, the average age of first Internet porn exposure is 11 years old and whether your child accidentally or intentionally stumbles across it, the impact can be devastating. Learn how to protect your children from online pornography, what to do if they have already accessed online porn, and how to have honest conversations about this thorny topic.
2022-03-2240 minCyberwise ChatsPost Pandemic Reboot: Helping Kids With the Return to ”Normal.”During this post-pandemic return to “normal,” kids need parents to help them re-learn how to balance screen time with real life, understand how to use technology mindfully and safely and, most of all, help them manage the anxiety and stress many have (and will) suffer during this transition. Watch Diana Graber of Cyberwise, Dr. Pamela Rutledge, Director of the Media Psychology Research Center, and Rick Andreoli, Editor-In-Chief of Parentology tackle these topics.
2022-03-2247 minCyberwise ChatsParents: Get the Lowdown on InstagramIn this episode, we discussed parental concerns about Instagram. Here are some things that top the list: Data collection, access to inappropriate content (pornography, violence, fake news, dangerous challenges, etc.), a "compare and despair" atmosphere, possible links to anxiety and depression, and more. On top of all this, Facebook is reportedly planning to build a version of the app for the under-13 set. Good idea or bad idea?
2022-03-2211 minCyberwise ChatsWhat Parents Need to Know About Chat AppsClubhouse is one of the newest on the block, what about it is making is so popular, so fast? And Omegle has been around for a while, why the sudden resurgence in interest? Is it safe for kids? What other chat apps are kids using now and why? Join us to chat about these social media platforms and more.
2022-03-2222 minCyberwise ChatsWhen Cancel Culture Turns Into Cyberbullying: What Parents Need to Know!Teens might use the phrase “you’re canceled” in jest, but some are taking it a step farther and actually blocking, unfollowing, and boycotting peers on social media (and in real life) because of a personal opinion or for simply saying/doing something disagreeable. “Cancel Culture” has made its way into classrooms and into teen peer groups. This new form of cyberbullying has many parents concerned about how it’s affecting their kids.
2022-03-2232 minCyberwise ChatsKids Love TikTok Challenges! What Parents Need to Know.From the "Cereal Challenge" to the "Penny Challenge," the "Blackout Challenge" and more, viral challenges born and spread on the popular app, TikTok, range from silly to downright dangerous. In this Cyberwise Chat, Dr. Pamela Rutledge and Diana Graber talk to Parentology's Editor-in-Chief, Rick Andreoli about some of the most outrageous TikTok Challenges, and what parents should know about them. Help your kids use technology safely and wisely.
2022-03-2237 minCyberwise ChatsDeplatformed! How To Talk to Kids About Social Media Use PoliciesSome prominent public figures have had their social media accounts revoked--on Twitter, Instagram, and more--for conduct that violates the sites' terms of use, and kids are watching! In this Cyberwise Chat, we discuss how to talk to kids about these events and how it influences their own social media behavior.
2022-03-2229 minCyberwise ChatsTech Tips to Help Your Family Thrive2020 is gone, but COVID is still here. That means many of us are still relying on tech--for learning, work, and socialization. Listen to this Cyberwise Chat to find out what tech tools your family can use to thrive in 2021.
2022-03-2221 minCyberwise ChatsIs Your Kid Ready for a Cellphone?Dr. Pamela Rutledge, Director of the Media Psychology Research Center, and Diana Graber, author of "Raising Humans in a Digital World," answer your questions about tech and human behavior. This week find out if your child is ready for the most popular holiday gift... the cellphone.
2022-03-2229 min
Cyberwise ChatsNavigating the Holidays: Tech to the Rescue?Here we answer your questions about how to use technology (and which tech to use) to stay connected with family and friends during our COVID-holidays. Be sure to download the show notes to get access to the resources discussed.
2022-03-2235 min
SMACtalk for TeachersGetting "Cyberwise" in MenaWelcome to the SMACtalk For Educators podcast! This is part of the Division of Elementary and Secondary Education's SMACtalk initiative. A monthly podcast featuring interviews with prominent educators working with education and technology, SMACtalk for Educators has a different theme for every episode centered around promoting online safety and security for educators. In this episode, Cassandra has a conversation with Dr. Robin Finley and Donnie Lee about a recent visit to Holly Harshman Elementary School in Mena, Arkansas. The students at Holly Harshman were treated to a concert by Mr. Steve the Music Man after they...
2022-01-2120 min
The Kandid ShopThe Social Media Machine: Pt. 2:Cyberbullying/StalkingShoot Me A Message!A kandid conversation about Cyberbullying/Stalking & Online SafetyKey Takeaways:Wait as long as you can before giving your child a connected device.Educate yourself and your kids on cyber-safety, red flags and what to do if they are approached inappropriately online by anyone they don't know If you or your child is the victim of cyberbullying or cyberstalking there are 3 important steps you can take: 1. Block and cease all communication with the person, 2. Take stock- Document the bully or stalking via screenshots, emails, etc., 3. Talk - Tell a trusted a...
2022-01-211h 01Teen Life PodcastEpisode 38: Social Media & The MetaverseSocial media isn’t going anywhere anytime soon, but we can help teens (and ourselves) have a better relationship. Join Karlie and guest podcaster, Kelly Fann, in a candid conversation about algorithms and how to talk with teens about the effects it can have on self-esteem. Don’t miss where they break down the “metaverse” and better ways to set health goals without encouraging a negative body image.
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2022-01-1824 min
Spawned Parenting Podcast with Liz of Cool Mom PicksRaising good digital citizens with Diana Graber | Ep 257Ever wondered about the 5 principles of being a good digital citizen? Well this week we're talking to Diana Graber, founder of CyberWise and author of Raising Humans in a Digital World: Helping Kids Build a Healthy Relationship with Technology. As you might have guessed.... we talk through how we can raise our kids to use digital tools safely, responsibly, and even to put more positivity out in the world. She even gives us a whole new way to think about cyberbullying -- and how to talk about it. Whether you have teens, tweens, or kids too young for their...
2021-11-0229 min
Teen Life PodcastEpisode 25: School Skills & TikTok InfluencersThe transition to middle school can be trying for everyone in the family, but Chris and Karlie have a few tips and tricks to help ease your middle schooler into their new routine without you losing your mind in the process (00:40). We’re also back with more on TikTok and TikTok influencers (9:30). Learn more about how your teen may be deciding where to shop and what to buy. Then, don’t miss this week’s tip on an amazing resource for teaching digital literacy to your kids and students(18:25)!
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2021-09-2121 min
How To Talk To Kids About AnythingHow to Raise Humans in a Digital World with Diana Graber – ReReleaseSpecial guest: Diana Graber. Snapchat, Instagram, Fortnite, cyberbullying, sexting, and technology addiction are some of the digital concerns that keep today’s parents up at night. Some of the statistics being quoted are scary: Common Sense Media reported that 50 percent of teens feel “addicted” to their phones. The Pew Research Center reported just last year that 59 percent of U.S teens have been bullied or harassed online. Guard Child reported that 39 percent of teens have sent or posted sexually suggestive messages (sexting). Stanford University researchers tell us that a whopping 80 percent of students can’t differentiate between real and “fake” news. And th...
2021-08-2447 min
Sunshine Parenting[ENCORE] Ep. 159: "The Social Dilemma" with Jean Rogers SHOW NOTES Join Audrey's email subscriber community for resources and ideas for happier, more connected families. Jean Rogers is the Director of the Children’s Screen Time Action Network, where she leads a coalition of practitioners, educators, advocates, and parents who collaborate on practical methods to reduce children’s time on screens and digital devices, mitigate the dangers, and preserve childhood in the digital age. Jean is the host of Action Network Live!, a webcast bringing experts to parents on how screens impact all aspects of child development. She writes a weekly blog and speaks widely...
2021-07-2344 min
Cybertraps PodcastCyber Civics with Diana Graber Cybertraps 37 An expert on digital literacy, Graber writes, presents, and is interviewed about technology’s impact upon human behavior. Her no-nonsense approach comes from being an educator, media producer, academic, and most of all, a mom. She is the co-founder of CyberWise, and she developed (and still teaches) Cyber Civics, the popular middle school digital literacy program currently being taught in schools in 47 US states and internationally. She’s served as Adjunct Faculty, teaching Media Psychology to graduate students. Her paper, New Media Literacies: A Developmental Approach, was published in the Journal of Media Literacy Education (JMLE). In 2019, she publi...
2021-05-0343 min
Hey! I Want Your Job!S01E18: Karise - Monster hunter and light bringerThis conversation was hard. What Karise does is hard. The fact that we need people like her breaks the heart of every person who is not one of the monsters she hunts. Karise investigate pedophilia, child pornography, and human trafficking of children. Thank all that is good that she does, and that she's bloody good at it. In this conversation she talks through things parents need to know to keep their families safe. She also talks about the light. About the help and hope that is out there. Karise doesn't just chase monsters, she also works with an outstanding organiza...
2021-04-051h 00
Raising Curious Learners"Can screen time be good?"Reading, writing, arithmetic, and...how to mute yourself on a Zoom call? The remote and hybrid classroom settings of this school year has made tech-savviness and digital responsibility (and patience!) key skills for students and their grown ups. Parents especially have had to expand their own technical expertise, taking on the additional roles of teacher, student, and on-demand IT professional in their households. Our Raising Curious Learners hosts Ann and Elizabeth virtually tapped CyberWise founder Diana Graber to help address the concerns parents may be dealing with during the pandemic and explain how we can all be smart, productive, ethi...
2020-12-1031 min
The Gifters: Your Story is a Gift to the WorldEp. 1045: Raising Humans in a Digital World with Diana GraberDiana Graber, M.A., is the author of “Raising Humans in a Digital World: Helping Kids Build a Healthy Relationship with Technology” (HarperCollins Leadership)and founder of CyberCivics.com and Cyberwise.org.
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2020-10-1300 min
Power Your Parenting: Moms With TeensTeens, Screens, and QuarantineIn this episode I am bringing you another powerhouse guest to help your through this quarantine time with your teen. . .Diana Graber.Diana Graber is the author of “Raising Humans in a Digital World: Helping Kids Build a Healthy Relationship with Technology” (HarperCollins Leadership). She is the founder of Cyber Civics, an innovative digital literacy curriculum being taught in 44 US states and internationally, and Cyberwise, an information portal for digital parents.I interviewed Diana in the 52nd episode back in November on How to Keep Teens Safe Online. And ya’ll really loved that podcast. Diana...
2020-04-2731 min
Power Your Parenting: Moms With Teens#052 How to Keep Your Teens Safe OnlineIn this episode I discuss How to Keep Your Teens Safe Online. with Diana Graber.Snapchat, Instagram, Fortnite, cyberbullying, sexting, and technology addiction are some of the digital concerns that keep today’s parents up at night. Moms toss and turn, worry, second guess themselves about their rules and boundaries about all things digital. This is why I brought in an expert in the field to address your questions.Diana is the author of “Raising Humans in a Digital World: Helping Kids Build a Healthy Relationship with Technology” (HarperCollins Leadership). She is the founder of Cyber Ci...
2019-11-1130 min
Innovation For All - Diversity in Tech and BusinessTeaching kids how to interact with the Internet, feat. Diana GraberWhat is digital literacy and why is it important for our kids to learn these skills? Founder of Cybercivics.com and Cyberwise.org, Diana Graber, joins the show to discuss theses topics and more. Diana is the author of “Raising Humans in a Digital World: Helping Kids Build a Healthy Relationship with Technology.” In this episode of Innovation for All Podcast, we take a look at Diana’s book and the Cyber Civics course she developed for schools.
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2019-10-0259 min
Ronnie's Awesome List PodcastRaising Humans in a Digital World: Cyber Civics
What are healthy cyber & digital choices for our families?
Join Marin Waldorf and guest speaker, Diana Graber, author of "Raising Humans in a Digital World: Helping Kids Build a Healthy Relationship with Technology" & founder of Cyber Wise & Cyber Civics for a lively parent presentation and learn how to help your children build a healthy and safe relationship with technology. Free and open to the public.
Today I am speaking to Diana Graber. Diana is an an expert on digital literacy, the author of "Raising Humans in a Digital World” and Founder, Cyberwise. She will be sp...
2019-09-2000 min
Be Socially Smart PodcastRaising Humans in a Digital WorldToday on the podcast, we're joined by author and co-founder of CyberWise, Diana Graber. Diana developed and teaches the popular digital literacy program for middle schoolers, Cyber Civics. As a parent of two and a digital literacy expert, Diana also has a passion for teaching parents how to raise their kids in the current digital landscape. In her new book, Raising Humans in a Digital World, Diana interviewed over 30 digital experts on everything from cyberbullying to screen time and developing a digital reputation. The book also includes an easy to use discussion format for parents, with helpful...
2019-05-0200 min
How To Talk To Kids About AnythingHow to Raise Humans in a Digital World with Diana GraberSpecial guest: Diana Graber. Snapchat, Instagram, Fortnite, cyberbullying, sexting, and technology addiction are some of the digital concerns that keep today’s parents up at night. Some of the statistics being quoted are scary: Common Sense Media reported that 50 percent of teens feel “addicted” to their phones. The Pew Research Center reported just last year that 59 percent of U.S teens have been bullied or harassed online. Guard Child reported that 39 percent of teens have sent or posted sexually suggestive messages (sexting). Stanford University researchers tell us that a whopping 80 percent of students can’t differentiate between real and “fake” news...
2019-04-2347 min
Their Own DevicesWhat Our Kids Post Online Matters, Maybe ForeverSocial media and engaging online are part of being a kid today, but just one post, tweet or text can get a student suspended or expelled, ruin friendships, impact future job opportunities, or influence college admissions. Right or wrong, a single, split-second digital decision can damage a teen’s reputation and permanently impact a child’s digital footprint. This is a lot of pressure for an adolescent, who is just trying to navigate the high school years and all that goes with it. As parents, we need to help our kids understand that their digital reputation is important and that...
2019-02-0736 min
Smart Social Podcast: Keeping students safe so they can Shine Online#95 How to raise humans in a digital world with Diana Graber of Cyberwise - SmartSocial.com podcast with Josh OchsWe caught up with Diana Graber of Cyberwise to talk about her newest book: Raising Humans in A Digital World. She talks about why we should delay giving students a smartphone and how to model good behavior.
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2019-01-1129 min
Mentors 4 Teens: College, Scholarship, and Career Guidance PodcastInternet Safety and Digital LiteracyHello everyone, and welcome to the Student-Tutor Podcast! Does the thought of your child browsing the internet sometimes make you uncomfortable? What happens if they connect with someone dangerous... or worse... what if their activity DESTROYS their REAL-LIFE reputation?? This week we're joined by Diana Graber, the founder of CyberWise.org and CyberCivics.com. These organizations are dedicated to helping adults and students learn digital citizenship and literacy skills. As long-time media producer sporting an M.A. in “Media Psychology & Social Change,” Graber is a regular contributor to the...
2017-10-1532 min
BOSS Academy Radio - Real Business Ownership Success Strategies: Entrepreneur, Small Business, Coaching, Start-ups149 - Adam Brewer - Cyber Security Threats Can Be Avoided OnlineAdam Brewer wants to help our listeners be less vulnerable online. People are the weakest link in any cyber security threat. Adam is with SheidlLogicIQ, the next generation of security awareness training. SheidlLogicIQ is focused upon creating a culture of security awareness; building and managing cyber resilience within small businesses around the nation. Adam brings great stories and actionable advice to our show. In addition, he's also bringing a special gift to our listeners. Cyber security is one of the biggest challenges facing anyone working or playing in the digital media arena. You won't want...
2017-03-1635 min
The Social Network ShowThe New Breed of Social NetworkHow Frienedy rethinks social networking
Parents can model and teach online behavior
Four parent-led companies offer safety package
Frienedy is gateway to Cyberwise, PocketGuardian, Kids’ Email package deal
2016-01-1131 min
The Social Network ShowDigital Literacy Classes Raise Other ScoresDiane Graber of Cyberwise: No Grownup Left Behind
There’s some fear of the unknown for parents, because their kids are growing up in a world so different from the one they grew up in. Although that was true for an earlier generation or more, dangers seem to have multiplied. Principles of human behavior, though, Diane emphasizes, haven’t changed although the tools available have. Focus on the behaviors, and you won’t have to keep up with every new tool.
Consideration for others, ethical behavior, good manners, need to be modeled by parents even while...
2015-06-2226 min
The Social Network ShowCyberWise: No Grownup Left Behind!Is the younger generation running digital circles around you? Thanks to our expert guests our listeners are familiar with many guidelines for parents, educators, and adults in general, who are confronting the challenges of the digital age. This episode goes one step farther, because Diana Graber of Cyberwise.org has provided mini courses designed to teach you what research has shown to be the six most important Digital Life Skills.
Ms. Graber earned an M.A. in Media Psychology and Social Change, making her an ideal guest for The Social Network Show. She and Dr. J discuss...
2015-06-1124 min
Don't Box Me InBecoming Cyberwise-Don't Box Me In: Becoming CyberwiseThis week's guests are Cyberwise.org co-founders Diana Graber and Cynthia Lieberman. Cyberwise teaches the importance of digital literacy and digital life skills to parents and educators. And they're here today to help us big people teach the little people how to be ethical, knowledgable and empowered digital citizens.
2015-02-2500 minDon't Box Me InBecoming Cyberwise-Don't Box Me In: Becoming CyberwiseThis week's guests are Cyberwise.org co-founders Diana Graber and Cynthia Lieberman. Cyberwise teaches the importance of digital literacy and digital life skills to parents and educators. And they're here today to help us big people teach the little people how to be ethical, knowledgable and empowered digital citizens.
2015-02-2500 min
Texting & Driving Survivor Liz Marks Shares her StoryLiz Marks was a popular all american high school girl who was addicted to her smartphone. She knew not to text and drive but Liz says "Everyone does it." As she was driving she received a text from her mom and in that moment her life changed forever.
The accident left Liz blind in one eye and hard of hearing. It also left her with a diminished sense of smell and she is no longer able to create tears or fall asleep without medication. She says the most difficult part of all of it, was going from being very social and...
2015-02-0600 min