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Beyond the FilterBeyond the Filter: Australia’s Under 16 Social Media BanThis episode discusses Australia’s groundbreaking social media minimum age law, which mandates that platforms block users under 16. The conversation explores the implications of this law on free expression, mental health, cyberbullying, and the responsibilities of both the government and parents. It also delves into the enforcement challenges and the potential impact on adult users’ privacy, while considering alternative approaches to protecting children online without infringing on their rights.
Further reading for this episode
Australian social media minimum-age law & age assurance
Online Safety Amendment (Social Media Minimum Age) Bill 2024 – Bill Digest, Parliament of Australia.
Austra...
2026-01-0100 minEEVblog on OdyseeeevBLAB 136: Australian Government eSafety Office RECOMMENDS a VPNThe Australian government eSafety office officially recommends the use of a VPN to protect your privacy online, avoid geo blocking and to maintain anonymity online.eSafety Quote:"There are many benefits in and valid reasons for maintaining a level of anonymity or practicing identity shielding online, including the right to privacy and protection from violence or unwanted contact."https://beconnected.esafety.gov.au/topic-library/advanced-online-security/protecting-your-privacy-onlinehttps://www.esafety.gov.au/sites/default/files/2025-01/Basic-Online-Safety-Expectations-regulatory-guidance-updated-January2025.pdfWeb Site: http://www.eevblog.comHardware Store: https://eevblog.store/Merch...
2025-12-0905 min
Future Media w/ Ricky Sutton and ChapelleSafety chief says Big Tech smear tactics targeted her kidsOn December 10, Australia will drop a legal hammer and become the first country in the world to ban social media accounts for under-16s. Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, YouTube, Reddit, X, and Threads are all caught in the dragnet and face fines if they stuff it up.It sets a frightening precedent for platforms which have banked trillions by being unregulated - and as the deadline has approached, the eSafety Commissioner at the heart of it has revealed she and her family have been targeted by a dirty tricks campaign.See Privacy Policy at https...
2025-11-2535 min
Tech MirrorPart 4: Implementation - Australia vs Social MediaThis is episode 4 of TPDi’s 5-part Tech Mirror mini-series, Australia vs Social Media: Inside the world-first online safety experiment. In this episode, we do a deep dive into the practicalities of implementing the Social Media Minimum Age legislation. What is likely to happen on 10th December when the law comes into effect? We answer some of the main questions that Australian young people and their parents and carers might have. We hear from the eSafety Commissioner Julie Inman Grant, Privacy Commissioner Carly Kind, deputy program director of the Age Assurance Technology Trial Andrew Hammond, clinica...
2025-11-2238 min
Two Blokes Talking TechEFTM: Kids Social Media Ban: eSafety Commissioner joins Trevor LongAustralia's eSafety Commissioner joins Trevor to talk about the upcoming changes for Social media and kids, the pressure on her role, and the conspiracy nut jobs around December's change in safe search rules.
Follow up calls on Roaming data, questions of Speed issues online.
And the great eSIM debate - why can't we use multiple phones!
All thanks to SWANN - and get in touch thanks to Vodafone on 0477 657 657
2025-11-1953 min
Tech MirrorPart 3: The Law - Australia vs Social MediaThis is episode 3 of a 5-part Tech Mirror mini-series, Australia vs Social Media: Inside the world-first online safety experiment. In this episode, we make sense of the Social Media Minimum Age legislation, explaining the limits of the law and what it actually requires of social media companies, young people, parents, and the community. We also unpack how this new law interrelates with other existing online safety measures, including industry codes. We speak with Cam Wilson from Crikey, Australia’s eSafety Commissioner Julie Inman Grant, Australia's Privacy Commissioner Carly Kind, and Deputy Program Director of the Age Assurance Tech...
2025-11-1838 min
EFTM - Tech, Cars and LifestyleKids Social Media Ban: eSafety Commissioner joins Trevor LongAustralia's eSafety Commissioner joins Trevor to talk about the upcoming changes for Social media and kids, the pressure on her role, and the conspiracy nut jobs around December's change in safe search rules.
Follow up calls on Roaming data, questions of Speed issues online.
And the great eSIM debate - why can't we use multiple phones!
All thanks to SWANN - and get in touch thanks to Vodafone on 0477 657 657
2025-11-1853 min
Tech MirrorPart 1: The Harms - Australia vs Social MediaIn this 5-part Tech Mirror mini-series, Australia vs Social Media, we’re exploring Australia's world first online safety experiment. Across five episodes, we’ll unpack the new social media minimum age restriction law, examine the harms it seeks to prevent, consider the controversy surrounding its passage through parliament in November 2024, and try to demystify what will happen on 10th December when it comes into effect. In this first episode, we’re going to go back to the beginning and dig into the research – and different perspectives - on the harms caused to young people by their use of social...
2025-11-1030 min
SBS News In DepthQuestions linger over which platforms to ban as Reddit and Kick included in eSafety listReddit and live-streaming platform Kick will be added to the platforms required to ban 16s when the new rules come into effect in December. Australia's impending social media ban for under-16s, which covers eight major platforms, hinges on ongoing eSafety assessments that distinguish between social media, messaging, and gaming services, explaining why platforms like Steam and Twitch were not initially included.
2025-11-0503 min
SBS Our HouseQuestions linger over which platforms to ban as Reddit and Kick included in eSafety listReddit and live-streaming platform Kick will be added to the platforms required to ban 16s when the new rules come into effect in December. Australia's impending social media ban for under-16s, which covers eight major platforms, hinges on ongoing eSafety assessments that distinguish between social media, messaging, and gaming services, explaining why platforms like Steam and Twitch were not initially included.
2025-11-0504 min
SBS News In DepthQuestions linger over which platforms to ban as Reddit and Kick included in eSafety listReddit and live-streaming platform Kick will be added to the platforms required to ban 16s when the new rules come into effect in December. Australia's impending social media ban for under-16s, which covers eight major platforms, hinges on ongoing eSafety assessments that distinguish between social media, messaging, and gaming services, explaining why platforms like Steam and Twitch were not initially included.
2025-11-0504 min
Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesInside the New Social Media Ban for Aussie Kids [with Julie Inman Grant]A world-first law is about to change how Aussie kids use social media — forever.From December 10, children 16 and under will be banned from holding social accounts. But what does that really mean for families? In this special extended episode, Dr Justin Coulson speaks with Julie Inman Grant, Australia’s eSafety Commissioner, about the new age-limit legislation — who it covers, how it will work, what fines apply, and what parents must do now to prepare. This is the definitive guide for every parent trying to navigate the online world — with calm, clarity, and confidence. KEY PO...
2025-10-2629 min
Courage Is The Cure PodcastLiberal Senator Calls for Scrutiny of eSafety Commissioner's Unelected PowerNEWS | Senator Maria Kovacic criticises the eSafety Commissioner's unelected power, urging scrutiny despite its Liberal Party origin, amid debates on online safety versus free speech in July 2025. Get full access to Courage Is The Cure at courageisthecure.substack.com/subscribe
2025-07-3001 min
The Slippery SlopeeSafety Commissioner linked to global attempt to ‘throttle’ free speechalleged links between … Julie Inman Grant, Australia’s eSafety Commissioner as she is officially known, and a shadowy US-based online advertising cabal which a US House Judiciary Committee Interim Report says set out to throttle advertising dollars from websites and social media platforms, particularly Elon Musk’s Twitter, that dared to allow free speech and conservative ideas to flourish.”Intro song is 'Bring Me Down'Buy Me a CoffeeThe Slippery Slope SpotifyJ Fallon SpotifyThe Slippery Slope Apple Podcasts
2025-07-0717 minDr Justin Coulson's Happy Families#1288 [Parental Guidance Episode 1] Online Bullying: How Do We Keep Our Kids Safe?It’s confronting. It’s heartbreaking. And it’s happening every day.Australia ranks among the highest in the world for online bullying—and too many parents feel powerless to stop it. In this episode, Justin and Kylie recap the raw and eye-opening online bullying challenge from Parental Guidance Season 3. They’re joined by Australia’s eSafety Commissioner, Julie Inman Grant, who shares the harsh realities—and practical solutions—for families. From shocking in-game bullying to vital conversations every family should be having, this is an essential listen for every parent navigating the digital world with their kids. KEY POINTS...
2025-07-0214 min
MumbrellacastAntoinette Lattouf wins, the eSafety commissioner's swing at Youtube, and Google riles small publishers25 June 2025
After months of battling the ABC in court on the grounds that she was unfairly dismissed from her radio gig over her views on Israel and Gaza, the Federal Court ruled in favour of journalist Antoinette Lattouf. What did the judge say and what does the verdict mean for the ABC?
Overseas in the United States, the FTC officially approved Omnicom's acquisition of IPG — a deal that will create the largest ad holding company in the world. Tim unpacks the details of the merger and Australia's position in the matter.
Julie Inman Gr...
2025-06-2525 minMumbrellacastAntoinette Lattouf wins, the eSafety commissioner's swing at Youtube, and Google riles small publishers25 June 2025
After months of battling the ABC in court on the grounds that she was unfairly dismissed from her radio gig over her views on Israel and Gaza, the Federal Court ruled in favour of journalist Antoinette Lattouf. What did the judge say and what does the verdict mean for the ABC?
Overseas in the United States, the FTC officially approved Omnicom's acquisition of IPG — a deal that will create the largest ad holding company in the world. Tim unpacks the details of the merger and Australia's position in the matter.
Julie Inman Gr...
2025-06-2525 min
infinite scrollMINI TECH SCROLL: Reddit x Sam Altman's Orb, Australian teen social media ban update + BeReal's comebackPlease consider buying us a coffee or subscribing to a membership to help keep Centennial World's weekly podcasts going! Every single dollar goes back into this business🩷 https://buymeacoffee.com/centennialworldThe biggest tech news & social media trends on the internet from June 25th, 2025.Timestamps:00:39 Reddit is in talks to consider using Sam Altman’s iris-scanning Orb...
2025-06-2514 mininfinite scrollMINI TECH SCROLL: Reddit x Sam Altman's Orb, Australian teen social media ban update + BeReal's comebackPlease consider buying us a coffee or subscribing to a membership to help keep Centennial World's weekly podcasts going! Every single dollar goes back into this business🩷 https://buymeacoffee.com/centennialworldThe biggest tech news & social media trends on the internet from June 25th, 2025.Timestamps:00:39 Reddit is in talks to consider using Sam Altman’s iris-scanning Orb...
2025-06-2514 min
Australia Daily NewseSafety Chief Urges YouTube Ban, AFL Reacquires Waverley Park, Sydney Bans Gas Appliances, Rio Tinto and Hancock Invest in Iron Ore Expansion, and more...(0:10): eSafety Chief Urges YouTube Inclusion in Social Media Ban to Shield Kids from Harmful Content(2:19): AFL Reacquires Historic Waverley Park as Hawthorn Sells for Multi-Million Dollar Profit(4:46): Sydney Bans Gas Appliances in New Homes, Paves Way for Fully Electric Future by 2027(6:50): Rio Tinto and Hancock Prospecting Invest $2.5 Billion in Major Hope Downs Iron Ore Expansion(9:33): NSW Treasurer Unveils Ambitious Budget Addressing Housing, Education, and Public Safety Amid Deficit ChallengesTo subscribe visit https://www.brief.news.For more updates in your inbox each morning visit www.brief.news.
2025-06-2412 min
THE OTHER SIDE with DAMIAN COORYEp 405 - Fighting the 'eKaren' CENSORS - Lawyers Take-on Australia’s eSafety Commission[Ad] Support our show and yourself! Go to https://piavpn.com/OTHERSIDE to get 83% off Private Internet Access with 4 months free! Help us build a whole new world of Aussie media! Join THE EXCLUSIVE SIDE at https://www.othersidetv.com.au/THIS WEEK ON THE OTHER SIDE… Fighting for free speech - the latest fight against Australia’s eSafety commission. And we’re announcing a very special event The Other Side is proud to be involved in on Tuesday night that we’d love you to join us for.Content creators on both the pol...
2025-03-211h 08
The Privacy Advisor PodcastRegulating online safety: A chat with Australia eSafety Commissioner Julie Inman-GrantAustralia made waves in 2024 after it passed an amendment to the Online Safety Act of 2021, which introduces a legal minimum age of 16 to create and use an account for certain social media platforms in Australia. It also requires platforms within scope to implement age-gating practices. As Australia's first eSafety Commissioner, Julie Inman-Grant, whose agency administers the Online Safety Act and the Social Media Minimum Age amendment, has been at the forefront of regulating online safety since her appointment in 2017. With a background in the private sector, including stints at Microsoft, Twitter and Adobe, Inman-Grant has a wide-ranging v...
2025-02-2037 min
The Blue Owl Group's "Winging It" PodcastDigital Down Under: Australia's eSafety Commissioner Julie Inman-Grant’s Vision for Online SafetyJoin us for an in-depth conversation with Julie Inman-Grant, Australia's eSafety Commissioner. From pioneering work at the world's first online safety regulator to implementing groundbreaking laws targeting cyberbullying and image abuse, Inman-Grant shares how Australia is impacting online safety approaches worldwide. We learn of her unique journey from tech executive to public sector watchdog and explore her interest in advancing "Safety by Design.”Australia’s eSafety Commissioner: https://www.esafety.gov.au/The Blue Owl Group: https://www.blueowlgrp.com/
2025-01-1451 min
Start The ConversationeSafety’s Toby Dagg – What are our greatest online threats and what can we doAcross the globe, there are vulnerable children and teenagers being exposed to various channels of information, often quite graphic, unfiltered and some can lead to exploitation. The responsibility for protecting kids, is community wide. It starts with parents and carers and teachers, but everyone has a role to play in keeping children safe from harm online. In this episode we chat with General Manger of eSafety -Toby Dagg. Their office keeps tabs on suspicious activity in the online space and helps protect people online. It's Australia's first and only regulatory body of its kind. Toby gives us insight into...
2024-12-091h 04
Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families#1136 - Everything You Need to Know About eSafety, with Julie Inman-GrantWhat happens when online bullying transcends the screen and starts shaping young lives in tragic ways? With eSafety Commissioner Julie Inman Grant, we uncover the harsh realities of cyberbullying, sextortion, and the online traps facing today’s youth. Learn about innovative tools and strategies available to parents, educators, and schools to protect children, as well as the importance of staying engaged in your kids’ digital lives. In this episode: The role of Australia's eSafety Commissioner Cyberbullying & mental health Emerging online threats (doxing, sextortion, violent language, isolating victims) Contagion effect of self harm Parent...
2024-12-0326 min
Girls Talk Cyber15. Interview with the eSafety Commissioner - Julie Inman Grant PART 2Content warning: This episode includes discussion involving imaged based abuse, child sexual abuse, violence and suicide. Please listen with care. If content raises anything for you, please seek support by contacting Lifeline on 13 11 14 or via the website https://www.lifeline.org.au/.
Sit down with us in the CyberCX lounge at SXSW as we interview the eSafety Commissioner, Julie Inman Grant. This episodes explores the critical work being done by eSafety which seeks to make the internet a safer place for all Australians. From tackling deep fakes to online harassment, this two-part interview sees us d...
2024-11-2629 minGirls Talk Cyber14. Interview with the eSafety Commissioner - Julie Inman Grant PART 1Content warning: This episode includes discussion involving imaged based abuse, child sexual abuse, violence and suicide. Please listen with care. If content raises anything for you, please seek support by contacting Lifeline on 13 11 14 or via the website https://www.lifeline.org.au/.
Sit down with us in the CyberCX lounge at SXSW as we interview the eSafety Commissioner, Julie Inman Grant. This episodes explores the critical work being done by eSafety which seeks to make the internet a safer place for all Australians. From tackling deep fakes to online harassment, this two-part interview sees us d...
2024-11-2627 min
The Treeby TimesESafety - Staying Safe, Speaking Up, and Showing Spirit!In this episode of The Treeby Times, we dive into three exciting events that kept our school buzzing!First, we recap the insightful ESafety incursion where Year 4, 5, and 6 students learned essential tips for staying safe in the online world.Next, we share highlights from the inspiring Student Leader speeches, where our future leaders made their voices heard.Finally, we celebrate the Treeby team’s outstanding effort at the Interschool Carnival, showcasing grit, resilience, and unbeatable team spirit.Tune in for a dose of inspiration and school pride!
2024-11-2106 min
Perspectives in MobileAustralia’s eSafety Ella Serry: Sextortion Rises 1000%, Fueled by AIIn this episode of the MEF Podcast Series Perspectives, Ella Serry, Manager of International Engagement at Australia’s eSafety Commissioner discusses the urgent need for online safety, particularly for children. She outlines the Commission’s focus on prevention, protection, and proactive change, emphasizing education and community involvement to combat rising threats like sexual extortion. She also highlights the challenges posed by AI technologies and the importance of international collaboration among stakeholders to enhance online safety measures. Overall, the conversation stresses the shared responsibility in protecting people from online harms.
2024-11-1129 minDr Justin Coulson's Happy Families#1085 - The Sordid World of Honey Traps With Julie Inman Grant [R]*Content warning: parental discretion advised* Australia's e-Safety Commissioner Julie Inman Grant describes the fast-paced and aggressive tactics used by sexual extortionists targeting children and young adults. She gives clear directives to parents on how to prevent online harm, and what to do if your child experiences sexual extortion. [R] This episode originally aired on 27/2/24. In this episode: Online sexual extortionists targeting kids Screen rules, limits, safety measures, and supervision Honey trap tactics Fast-paced escalation from charm to harm What to do if this happens to your child Keeping your child safe online How...
2024-09-2318 minTHE OTHER SIDE with DAMIAN COORYEp 321 - Kick them OUT! New Calls for AUSTRALIA’s eSafety Censors to be Shut Down and the TRUTH About the Building IndustryThis week on The Other Side… Australia to get a new leadership line-up Calls for the eSafety Commission to be shut down after a troubling speech by its Head Julie Inman GrantNOT turning down the heat - Kamala Harris holds her first campaign rally as the new Democratic Party presumptive nominee - we’ll analyse her spinPutting Men in Jail - “Coercive Control” - what is it? We need to know because Labor leaders want to put us in jail for 14 years if we do it - Bettina Arndt joins us to discussAnd what is the CFMEU story all about...
2024-07-261h 22
Squiz KidsJulie Inman-Grant, Australia's eSafety Commissioner - A Squiz Kids ConversationThis is the first in a series of Squiz Kids podcasts made especially for adults. Conversations with people about issues important to parents and carers of kids. In today’s episode, Bryce chats with Australia’s eSafety Commissioner, Julie Inman-Grant about social media and kids - and the parliamentary inquiry currently looking at how to keep kids safe online.The Joint Select Committee on Social Media and Australian SocietySquiz Kids
2024-07-1411 min
The Daily Snapshot - IBMNavigating the Digital Age: eSafety, OpenAI Controversies, and IBM's Latest MovesThis summary covers three key topics: the eSafety Commissioner's stance against banning social media, a blunder by OpenAI concerning creative jobs, and a reversal in the implementation of AI technology in drive-thrus. Additionally, it includes a financial update where Harbor Investment Advisory LLC has acquired shares in International Business Computing Co. (IBM).
2024-06-2606 min
Public Power NowBenefits, Features of APPA’s New eSafety Tracker are Detailed by LUS, APPA OfficialsIn the latest episode of Public Power Now, Patrick Hart, APPA’s Senior Director for Resilience Programs, and Tori Leger, Employee Development Coordinator at Louisiana public power utility Lafayette Utilities System, detail the features and benefits of APPA’s newly released eSafety Tracker. Details about the eSafety tracker are available on APPA’s website at: publicpower.org/appa-esafety-tracker
2024-06-1011 min
Censored Australia#7 – eSafety IDThe Australian eSafety commission is more corrupt than you think. Starting with the attempts to use ‘think of the children’ as a launch pad for digital ID.
2024-06-0107 min
This Week In Digital Trust#108 Take it down! Australia's eSafety Commissioner takes on XThis week, Jordan is joined by elevenM colleague Jonathan Gadir to break down the stoush between Elon Musk and Australia's eSafety Commissioner.
In recent weeks, Musk and his platform X have resisted calls to globally remove content related to a stabbing event in Sydney in April. The standoff has opened up a conversation about the merits of regulating so-called harmful online content, and the extent to which doing so impinges on free speech.
Jordan and Jonathan debate the merits of the eSafety Commissioner's actions and its powers, the feasibility of the global takedown requests, and...
2024-05-2123 min
The Soap Box Champion PodcastDisney is Compromised & the eSafety ScamDisney is compromised, The Contestant, the world is crazy right now, religious division, the truth about inflation numbers, a civil war is beginning, the U.S. government to steal TikTok data, Australia and the eSafety scam, Julie Inman Grant, Online safety Act 2021, a second Boeing whistleblower is dead, UFO on The Golden Girls, the Vegas alien was a demon, SPORTS and Big Mac Nostalgia.Leave a voicemail: 812-610-9005Email the podcast: info.soapboxchampion@gmail.comwww.buymeacoffee.com/infosoapboWhttps://www.spreaker.com/show/soap-box-champion-podcastThe Mughttps://www.cafepress.com/soapboxchampion
2024-05-0858 min
Australia TalksAustralia Talks - 2 May 2024: Musk vs eSafety and virus threatening chocolate supplyA weekly podcast with relaxed discussion of Australian topics, history, a featured town and a trivia question.
DarkestKnight and Ardeet discuss:
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:07:25 - Elon Musk, Albanese and the Australian eSafety Officer
00:25:46 - The Two Ticks Town Talks is Beetoota, Queensland
00:41:55 - The virus threatening Australia's chocolate supply
01:01:22 - This week in Australian history 26-30 Apr and 1 May
01:14:36 - The XXXX bottle top quiz may be difficult to digest
'Australia Talks' is the official podcast of the r/australian subreddit.
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2024-05-031h 24Australia TalksAustralia Talks - 2 May 2024: Musk vs eSafety and virus threatening chocolate supplyA weekly podcast with relaxed discussion of Australian topics, history, a featured town and a trivia question.
DarkestKnight and Ardeet discuss:
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:07:25 - Elon Musk, Albanese and the Australian eSafety Officer
00:25:46 - The Two Ticks Town Talks is Beetoota, Queensland
00:41:55 - The virus threatening Australia's chocolate supply
01:01:22 - This week in Australian history 26-30 Apr and 1 May
01:14:36 - The XXXX bottle top quiz may be difficult to digest
'Australia Talks' is the official podcast of the r/australian subreddit.
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2024-05-031h 24THE OTHER SIDE with DAMIAN COORYEp 310 - Taking Your Freedom to Keep You Safe - Exactly who IS this "eSafety Commissioner" and do we need her?This weekend on THE OTHER SIDE... Exactly who IS this "eSafety Commissioner" and do we need her?The Australian government is using the stabbing tragedy in Sydney last weekend, combined with the stabbing of a Christian Priest by a Muslim teenage 'terrorist', to resurrect it's nearly-dead draconian proposed Misinformation and Disinformation laws. Having had to shelve the laws at the end of last year for lack of political clout following the devastating Voice Referendum defeat, Albo and co have decided now might be a good time to ha...
2024-04-2657 minDr Justin Coulson's Happy Families#936 The Sordid World of Honey Traps With Julie Inman Grant *Content warning: parental discretion advised* Australia's e-Safety Commissioner Julie Inman Grant describes the fast-paced and aggressive tactics used by sexual extortionists targeting children and young adults. She gives clear directives to parents on how to prevent online harm, and what to do if your child experiences sexual extortion. In this episode: Online sexual extortionists targeting kids Screen rules, limits, safety measures, and supervision Honey trap tactics Fast-paced escalation from charm to harm What to do if this happens to your child Keeping your child safe online How to report abuse or content to eSafety | eSaf...
2024-02-2618 min
SBS Dinka - SBS DinkaAye Esafety lueel ye bë akuutke Social media ye lööŋkɛ̈ theekAgo naŋ të lëu benë mïth gël në yintanɛtic, ke akute Esafety ee athöör ë lööŋ bï akut ke ɛocial media ke kuany cök bɛ̈ibei. Në ye lööŋkɛ̈ yic ke akuut ke ɛocial media abë nyïïn tïït në ka nɔŋ kë riɔ̈kkɛ̈ të nɔŋ mïth. Kuka bë raan yiɛ̈n nomlääu lëu ben guɛl.
2023-12-2610 min
The Conditional Release ProgramBlack Label 4 - Elon v eSafety - RFK Jr. - RIP Xmas Cards (SAMPLE)Here's a preview of this weeks premium epiosde. As an XMAS present we are giving away a longer snippet this time. Oh, tis the season indeed. ----------------------------------------------------From as little as five bucks a month! Don't make me get all weird and shame you like Dave Oneegs does - if you can't afford it, you just need to like want it more. Winners grindset bro.If any of you are missing out because you're actually broke drop me a line and I'll send you a file. It's the honour system so don't tell...
2023-12-2325 min
Be Connected podcastWhat online scammers don’t want you to knowGuest: Delia RickardOnline scammers steal billions of dollars from Australians every year. And even as we become wise to their tricks, cyber criminals are stepping it up with ever more sophisticated schemes that are getting harder to spot. Host Val Quinn talks to Delia Rickard, the Deputy Chair of the ACCC, about the types of scams targeting your money and personal information, ways to avoid them, and what to do if you’ve been scammed.IMPORTANT!
If you suspect you’ve been caught up in a scam, you can report it to ScamWatch: http...
2023-12-0836 min
Be Connected podcastAvoiding impersonation scamsGuest: Catriona LoweScams are getting harder to spot. As they become more sophisticated and convincing, it’s easier than ever to be tricked into handing over your money or personal details. Australian Competition and Consumer Commission Deputy Chair, Catriona Lowe talks with host Valens Quinn about how you can help to protect yourself, and the work of the National Anti-Scam Centre. Subscribe to the Be Connected newsletter to receive your copy of the Scams guide discussed in this episode.Discover more:
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2023-12-0426 min
Speak UpPrioritising autonomy -social media use after a TBI S05E34In this week’s episode, Dr Melissa Brunner (Liss, she/her), speaks about finding ways to safely help individuals post TBI access social media while maintaining autonomy and choice of the individual.
Speech Pathology Australia acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of lands, seas and waters throughout Australia, and pay respect to Elders past, present and future.
We recognise that the health and social and emotional wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are grounded in continued connection to culture, country, language and community and acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded.
Resources:
Contact Liss: melissa.brunner@sydney.edu.au
eSafety commissioner: ht...
2023-09-2024 minThis Week In Digital Trust#79 The long and winding road to age verificationThis week we revisit the hard problem of age verification, which we last discussed in episode #64.
In order to protect kids from explicit content and other harmful effects of online platforms, we first need to be able to identify them. But can we do that without major risks to privacy and free speech?
The eSafety Commissioner's Roadmap to Age Verification has the answer. Kind of.
We'll dig through the findings and recommendations in the recently published roadmap report, including the state of current age assurance technology, the legislative and regulatory framework required to...
2023-09-1935 min
Be Connected podcastNew ways of doing old thingsGuest: John DavidsonPeople have always enjoyed looking at photos, watching videos, listening to radio, reading books, and playing games. But does today’s technology make them better, easier, more enjoyable, or was the old way better?Join our host Val Quinn and award-winning technology columnist and reviewer from the Australian Financial Review, John Davidson, as we explore new ways of doing old things.Discover more:
Sign-up and build your digital skills for free at Be Connected: https://beconnected.esafety.gov.au
Find tips for taking photos and using photo edi...
2023-08-0330 min
Viewpoints with Henry GrossekeSafety with Julie Inman GrantHenry talks with Australia's eSafety Commissioner, Julie Inman Grant.
This conversation was originally broadcast on 3SER's 97.7FM Casey Radio in June 2023. It was edited by Rob Kelly.
2023-06-2122 minThis Week In Digital Trust#64 The hard problem of age verificationThis week we dissect proposals to introduce online age verification to protect kids from explicit content and other harmful effects of online platforms.
There's significant momentum behind the idea, with various technologies being offered as an answer and the Australian government evaluating a roadmap from the eSafety Commissioner and also considering using digital identity as a solution.
But the concept has its complications, including privacy implications, the workability of proposed technologies and potential broader effects on online participation.
Links:
Govt mulls digital ID for online age verification (InnovationAus) https://w...
2023-05-3029 min
Be Connected podcastIn conversation with eSafety Commissioner Julie Inman GrantGuest: Julie Inman GrantAustralia led the world by establishing the eSafety Commissioner, the first specialist agency dedicated to protecting citizens from online harms. It’s an initiative that is inspiring similar models in other countries, and which also fosters the Be Connected program and podcast. In this episode, the Australian eSafety Commissioner Julie Inman Grant talks about the mission to ensure positive online experiences and create healthy internet habits for everyone.Warning: this episode discusses themes that may be distressing to some listeners.If you need support, contact:
Lifeline 13 11 44
2023-05-2625 min
Technology and SecurityAI’s rapid rise and online harms with eSafety Commissioner Julie Inman GrantDr Miah Hammond-Errey talks with Australia’s eSafety Commissioner, Julie Inman Grant, about AI’s rapid rise, online harms, where banking has led the way in technology regulation, and much more. In this episode they discuss eSafety’s world-leading regulation work, why we can’t just regulate algorithms and how eSafety collaborates with industry to drive change. They also cover the TikTok bans and some of the wild technologies coming down the pipeline. As Australia’s eSafety Commissioner, Julie Inman Grant focuses on keeping Australia’s citizens safe online. She has previously worked across the public and private secto...
2023-04-2835 min
Be Connected podcastWho’s watching you?GUEST: Kate BowerFacial recognition. You can use it to unlock your phone and organise your photos, and in places like airports, stadiums, and banks it’s being used to add security features and convenience. But who exactly is watching you, and why? And do they have your permission? In this episode, Consumer Data Advocate at CHOICE, Kate Bower, highlights some of the concerns and benefits of the technology.Disclaimer: Any views expressed in this episode are strictly personal views only and do not in any way reflect the opinion of the Australian government, the eS...
2023-03-2235 min
Thursday BreakfasteSafety updates with Dr Rys Farthing, Frederikke Jensen on the Disability Royal Commission, Diego Vasquez AKA Slippy Mane and APAN's Palestine study tours.eSafety updates with Dr Rys Farthing, Frederikke Jensen on the Disability Royal Commission, Diego Vasquez AKA Slippy Mane and APAN's Palestine study tours. Acknowledgement of Country// Headlines// 7:15 AM - Dr Rys Farthing is a policy worker who focuses on children's rights around technology and disadvantage. She is the Director of Children's Policy at Reset Tech, has worked in international think tanks, and held academic posts at Oxford University and RMIT. She joins us today for an update to our December interview following the announcement that the eSafety Commissioner has rejected the online safety codes that were drafted by tech companies.// 7:30 AM - Frederikke...
2023-02-2200 min
Be Connected podcastArtificial Intelligence ExplainedArtificial intelligence (AI) help machines think like humans and mimic our actions. So where can we find AI in action in our daily lives? What are the benefits and risks of the technology? And, will AI enable machines that are conscious and self-aware, like a human being? Master of Information Technology, Steve Nouri, joins host Valens Quinn to explore these and other fascinating possibilities.Disclaimer: Any views expressed in this episode are strictly personal views only and do not in any way reflect the opinion of the Australian government, the eSafety Commissioner or the Be Connected program.
2023-02-1420 min
Squiz KidsTuesday, February 7 - Making the Internet safer for kids and adults; the Grammy’s GOAT and EGOT; and a history-making 12-year-old street skater.Squiz Kids is an award-winning, free daily news podcast just for kids. Give us ten minutes, and we’ll give you the world. A short podcast that gives kids the lowdown on the big news stories of the day, delivered without opinion, and with positivity and humour.‘Kid-friendly news that keeps them up to date without all the nasties’ (A Squiz Parent) This Australian podcast for kids easily fits into the daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them.Fun. Free. Fr...
2023-02-0619 min
Be Connected podcastVal answers your tech questionsWhat is the dark web and how do I get onto it? Can I make a house with a 3D printer, and why do some websites ask if I’m a robot? In this episode, broadcaster Zoe Warne puts tricky questions from the Be Connected audience to host Valens Quinn. DISCOVER MORE:
Sign-up and build your digital skills for free at BeConnected: https://beconnected.esafety.gov.au
Learn about the internet in the Using the internet course: https://beconnected.esafety.gov.au/topic-library/the-absolute-basics/what-is-the-internet
Learn about cookies in the Understanding web...
2022-12-2129 minSquiz KidsKeeping Kids Safe Online - Conversation with eSafety Commissioner, Julie Inman-GrantA conversation between Squiz Kids' Bryce Corbett and Australia’s eSafety Commissioner, Julie Inman-Grant about the importance of teaching kids to be media literate. Specifically, how Newshounds - Squiz Kids' new, free media literacy program for primary school kids - and the eSafety Commission’s 'Mighty Heroes' campaign are together working to keep kids safe online.LINKS:eSafety Commission's 'Mighty Heroes'Fun characters designed to help students have positive safe experiences online and develop good habits when using technology. Mighty heroes | eSafety CommissionerMighty heroes student page...
2022-12-0608 min
Be Connected podcastThe future of the internet"Any views expressed in this episode are strictly personal views only and do not in any way reflect the opinion of the Australian government, the eSafety Commissioner or the Be Connected program."Guest: Tegan JonesIn the 50-odd years the internet has existed, it has utterly transformed human existence. In this episode, host Val Quinn and award-winning journalist and tech commentator Tegan Jones explore how the internet of the future could be even more amazing. Discover more:
Sign-up and build your digital skills for free at BeConnected: https://bec...
2022-11-1125 min
Your Digital Reputation19. Amanda Yeates, SunCentral + Anita L’Enfant, eSafety Commissioner | How can leaders stay safe online?Roger Christie is joined by the eSafety Commissioner's Anita L'Enfant and SunCentral CEO, Amanda Yeates to explore an incredibly important question: How can leaders stay safe online and what you - or your leaders - can do to protect yourself and those around you. I’m extremely grateful they’re willing to speak and respect them greatly for their courage and honesty. A note of warning: will be talking about experiences of online abuse in this episode and in the show notes below, so there may be content in this episode that could be confronting or upset...
2022-11-0844 min
Be Connected podcastApps to improve your lifeGuest: Adam TurnerThere are more than 7 million apps for mobile devices, and around the world, people download around 250 million each day. In this episode, host Val Quinn is joined by Adam Turner, award-winning Australian technology journalist and long-time columnist for The Age and Sydney Morning Herald to talk about some of the apps that can help make your life more convenient, interesting, and, well, just plain better.DISCOVER MORE:
Learn about apps in our free All about apps course: https://beconnected.esafety.gov.au/topic-library/essentials/all-about-apps
Learn about video calling apps...
2022-09-2127 min
Be Connected podcastWhat is crypto currency, and is it the future of money?Guest: Tegan JonesCrypto currency has been around for more than a decade, regularly making headlines for skyrocketing prices and equally spectacular crashes. So what is crypto exactly? Host Val Quinn talks to Tegan Jones from Finder.com.au about how it works, what it buys and whether it really is the future of money. DISCOVER MORE:
Learn about secure passwords in the free Managing passwords course: https://beconnected.esafety.gov.au/topic-library/advanced-online-security/managing-passwords
Learn how to protect yourself online in the Safety first topic: https://beconnected.esafety.gov.au...
2022-09-0124 min
Respect. Belong. Thrive.Examining online behaviours and eSafety with Dr Bianca Klettke and Laura Burge.In this episode hosted by Thea Vakidis (Project Officer Respectful Communities, DEI Deakin) we are joined by Dr Bianca Klettke (Senior Lecturer, School of Psychology at Deakin and leader of the Deakin CyberPsychology Research Group) and Laura Burge (Manager Respectful Communities, DEI Deakin) who discuss research into online harassment, abuse and harm, whilst highlighting some of the work underway at Deakin University to ensure students and staff have positive online experiences. If any of the content within this episode has caused you distress and you need to seek support, you can contact: 1800 RESPECT: Call 1800 737 732 www.1800respect.org...
2022-08-2518 min
Be Connected podcastWhat does the future hold?Guest: Nelly ThomasWhat does the future hold? From electric vehicles, to robots, self-driving cars and getting your Wi-Fi from space, what are some of today’s most promising technologies and what role will they have in tomorrow’s world? In this episode, Nelly Thomas – comedian, broadcaster, podcaster and author – and host Val Quinn contemplate the changes ahead and discuss how these advances in technology can benefit us and how close the future actually is!DISCOVER MORE:
Sign-up and build your digital skills for free at BeConnected: https...
2022-07-2825 min
GovComms: The Future of Government CommunicationEP# 133 The Art of Accessible Content"There are so many opportunities to make sure that every element of what we do is actually usable and accessible. And I don't mean just accessible in terms of being able to be accessed by screen readers and that sort of thing, but accessed and understood by the general public generally is a challenge." - Deborah RiceOn this weeks episode of GovComms, Deborah Rice, Content Strategy & Editorial Lead at Office of the eSafety Commissioner, chats with CEO and Founder of contentgroup, David Pembroke about the current climate of eSafety and the importance of creating usable...
2022-07-2036 min
Be Connected podcastUnlock your family historyIt’s human nature to want to know where we come from and who we come from. Fortunately, the internet has made exploring your ancestry more accessible than ever. Host, Val Quinn talks to Nan Bosler AM, genealogist, author and great grandmother, about how you to start researching your family history online.Discover more:
Sign-up and build your digital skills for free at BeConnected: https://beconnected.esafety.gov.au
Learn about getting started with ancestry in the free Be Connected course Researching Family History and register with Be Connected for a fr...
2022-06-1625 min
Doing ‘IT‘#59 eSafety and Online Sexual ContentPart 7 of 7. eSafety. Australia’s Online Safety Regulator.
This series of podcasts is produced with the support of the Office of the eSafety Commissioner.
We will look closely at how young people might engage with sexual content online and how parents and carers can get involved in this discussion.
In this episode Sharon Trotter Education Manager of Education, Prevention and Inclusion talks about the scope of eSafety and the role that they have in prevention of harm online.
See eSafety at https://www.esafety.gov.au/. Sexual Health Victoria at https://shvi...
2022-05-3122 minDoing ‘IT‘#58 eSafety and Online Sexual ContentPart 6 of 7. Pornography.
This series of podcasts is produced with the support of the Office of the eSafety Commissioner.
We will look closely at how young people might engage with sexual content online and how parents and carers can get involved in this discussion.
In this episode Dr Zahra Stardust talks about the cultural context of pornography and how consent is vital for its production and distribution. Vanessa Hamilton speaks about her experiences in talking to families about young people, sex and pornography.
See bio for Zahra Stardust. See Talking the...
2022-05-1729 minDoing ‘IT‘#57 eSafety and Online Sexual ContentPart 5 of 7. Sexting.
This series of podcasts is produced with the support of the Office of the eSafety Commissioner.
We will look closely at how young people might engage with sexual content online and how parents and carers can get involved in this discussion.
In this episode Dr. Kath Albury and SHV Health Promotion Officer Zara, discuss the language and context of young people sharing sexual pictures.
See Youth Law Australia for legal information. See Dr Kath Albury, Swinburne University.
See eSafety at https://www.esafety.gov.au/. Sexual H...
2022-05-0328 min
Be Connected podcastWhy is it so? Part IIGuest: Alice ClarkeIt can be easy to feel overwhelmed by the complexity of devices, apps, plugs and settings involved with technology today. And if you’re not keeping up, are you being left behind?Join host Val Quinn and freelance journalist, producer and presenter focusing on the world of technology, Alice Clarke, as they tackle some common questions about the internet, computers, and mobile phones. If you’ve ever wondered why your device does that ‘weird’ thing, the answer might be right here.DISCOVER...
2022-04-2130 minDoing ‘IT‘#56 eSafety and Online Sexual ContentPart 4 of 7. What is grooming?
This series of podcasts is produced with the support of the Office of the eSafety Commissioner.
We will look closely at how young people might engage with sexual content online and how parents and carers can get involved in this discussion.
In this episode Detective Superintendent Jayne Crossling talks about what grooming is and how the police go about education and investigations.
Grooming can be reported through Australian Centre to Counter Child Exploitation. Also AFP Child Protection Operations (CPO) team. See also Think U Know educational...
2022-04-1921 min
Tech MirroreSafety: Powers + ResponsibilityAustralia was the first country in the world to establish the position of eSafety Commissioner. In this episode of Tech Mirror Julie and Johanna discuss how the position has evolved since it was first established in 2015, and delve into the Commissioner's recently expanded mandate (now covering online adult cyber abuse, as well as child cyberbullying, imaged-based abuse and illegal content). The pair also discuss the checks and balances on the Commissioner's powers, and the practicalities of the complaints process (including how the investigative and information-gathering powers are wielded). This episode was produced by Jack Fox. Ben Gowdie pr...
2022-04-1441 minDoing ‘IT‘# 55 eSafety and Online Sexual ContentPart 3 of 7. Inappropriate.
This series of podcasts is produced with the support of the Office of the eSafety Commissioner.
We will look closely at how young people might engage with sexual content online and how parents and carers can get involved in this discussion.
In this episode we will discuss the word inappropriate. Greg from eSafety talks through the classification system and Fida talks about the appropriateness of RSE in faith based schools.
More about the Australian classification system. See information about Fida Sanjakdar.
See eSafety at https://www.e...
2022-04-0424 min
Be Connected podcastCan my smartwatch help me live longer?Guest: John DavidsonAre smartwatches all they’re cracked up to be? Can simply wearing a smartwatch make you live a longer and healthier life?Join our host Val Quinn and award-winning technology columnist and reviewer from the Australian Financial Review, John Davidson, as we explore the capabilities of wearable technology and find out if a smartwatch can indeed make you live longer.”DISCOVER MORE:
Sign-up and build your digital skills for free at Be Connected: https://beconnected.esafety.gov.au
Lear...
2022-03-2925 minDoing ‘IT‘#54 eSafety and Online Sexual ContentPart 2 of 7. Curriculum.
This series of podcasts is produced with the support of the Office of the eSafety Commissioner.
We will look closely at how young people might engage with sexual content online and how parents and carers can get involved in this discussion.
In this episode listen to educators talk about how the curriculum includes opportunities to deliver sessions around esafety and sexual content.
Find the Resilience Rights and Respectful Relationships curriculum on FUSE.
See more about Bec Martin and Evolve Education.
See eSafety at https...
2022-03-2026 minDoing ‘IT‘#53 eSafety and Online Sexual Content.Part 1 of 7. What is the Problem?
This series of podcasts is produced with the support of the Office of the eSafety Commissioner.
We will look closely at how young people might engage with sexual content online and how parents and carers can get involved in this discussion.
In this episode listen to parents, a wellbeing coordinator and eSafety talk about why this is a conversation you need to have with the young people in your life.
Find out more about eSafety at esafety.gov.au
Find out more about...
2022-03-0625 min
If I Only KnewAustralia's new Esafety commission - how safe is it?This week Fred and Matt chat about a relatively new policy development in Australia, the Esafety Commission. Introduced to protect people online, we weigh up the benefits and risks that come with governmental intervention into online spaces. It's important to protect people, but what role should policy have, and how might this affect the way you scroll through the internet? Join us this week to find out.
2022-03-0520 minDr Justin Coulson's Happy Families#454 Online Safety with Julie Inman Grant from the eSafety CommissionJustin speaks with Julie Inman Grant From the Australian eSafety Commission Topics discussed in this episode: Kids aged 9-12 are reporting sending nude images What does the Australian eSafety Commissioner do? Prevention, Protection & Proactive Change User empowerment tools Disenfranchised grief Talk early, talk often, be present, teach them to block/mute, don't take away devices as punishment Set parental controls Have your children use their devices in open areas of the home Digital resilience Purchase The Do's & Don'ts of Discipline or find it in our Happy Families Membership. Because a ha...
2022-03-0115 min
Be Connected podcastYour internet trivia questions answeredGuest: Nelly ThomasFrom checking train times, booking restaurants, watching videos online, even controlling light switches, the internet has fundamentally changed the way we live our lives and interact with our world.Join our host Val Quinn and comedian, author, podcaster and radio presenter Nelly Thomas, as they explore the most fascinating facts about the internet. You’ll be the smartest person in the room on trivia night.DISCOVER MORE:
Sign-up and build your digital skills for free at Be Connected: https://be...
2022-02-1730 min
Butterfly: Let's TalkIn Depth with eSafety Educator Cara WebberThe content we consume online can have been found time and time again to be a huge driver of body image issues. According to extensive research young people are particularly at risk. Social media, in particular, is packed with unrealistic images and ideals. These platforms can be an incubator for mental illness - including eating disorders. This has been a growing problem for years and it's why the Australian Government created the Office of the eSafety Commissioner. It's effectively the country's online watchdog.Cara Webber is the senior education officer at the eSafety commission. She spends a lot of...
2022-02-1518 min
Brand Safety Exchange2.2 A Safer Internet: Leveraging the Power of Legislation to Harness the Benefits of Technology with Australian eSafety Commissioner, Julie Inman GrantJoin the conversation in which Australia’s first eSafety Commissioner, Julie Inman Grant, and our host, Tiffany Xingyu Wang, discuss the complexities of the ongoing development, and evolution, of regulation and policies that mitigate the risks associated with online experiences. Julie’s groundbreaking work encompasses combatting image-based abuse and cyberbullying. With 22 years in the technical field, Julie has leveraged this depth of insight to foster collaboration between key leaders in the tech sector and government policymakers to tackle the biggest harms of the internet. Read more on Julie Inman Grant’s work here:https://www.aspist...
2022-02-0245 min
Parenting in CyberspaceParenting in…Cyberspace | Office of the eSafety Commissioner - Gillian | #6Aaliyah is joined by the manager of the eSafety Cyberbullying Complaints scheme, Gillian, to talk about what eSafety does, how they can support you and your children and how to report cyberbullying.
Links from the episode:
Instagram - @esafetyoffice
Facebook - @eSafetyOffice
Check out the eSafety Guide to learn more about different apps and platforms here esafety.gov.au/key-issues/esafety-guide
Learn more about reporting cyberbullying, image based abuse and illegal & harmful content to the Office of the eSafety Commissioner here esafety.go...
2022-01-3133 min
CybercrimeologySafety by Design: Making Crime Unfriendly Tech with just 3 PrinciplesAbout our Guests:Dr. Bridget Harrishttps://www.qut.edu.au/about/our-people/academic-profiles/bridget.harrisDr. Joshua Jameshttps://dfir.science/Papers or resources mentioned in this article:Harris, B. (2021). Technology-enabled abuse: how'safety by design' can reduce stalking and domestic violence. The Conversation.https://theconversation.com/technology-enabled-abuse-how-safety-by-design-can-reduce-stalking-and-domestic-violence-170636Harris, B., & Woodlock, D. (2021). ‘For my safety’: experiences of technology-facilitated abuse among women with intellectual disability or cognitive disability.https://apo.org.au/sites/default/files/resource-files/2021-09/apo-nid314044.pdfThe Austr...
2022-01-1530 min
Be Connected podcastCan a smarter home improve my life?Guest: Adam TurnerSmart home technology is changing the way we live and interact in our homes. In this episode we explore some of the gadgets and connected devices that can make your life easier and more fun, save you time and keep you safer.In this episode, host Val Quinn is joined by Adam Turner, award-winning Australian technology journalist and long-time columnist for The Age and Sydney Morning Herald. DISCOVER MORE:
Learn about smart homes in...
2021-12-1533 min
Be Connected podcastWhy is it so? Part IGuest: Alice ClarkeOur phones, computers and web browsers often ask us questions or make suggestions. They might be for updates our computers need to run better, messages about whether we should eject a disk or update our antivirus software.In this episode, freelance journalist, producer and presenter focusing on the world of technology, Alice Clarke, joins host Valens Quinn to shed some light on why our devices behave the way they do.Discover more:
Learn...
2021-11-2318 min
Be Connected podcastIs the internet spying on me?Guest: Jennifer Dudley-NicholsonDo you feel like your phone, or your computer is listening to you? From weather apps to mobile games, food order services and social media networks, it seems the internet’s ability to spy on you is increasing.In this episode, host Valens Quinn and News Corp’s national technology editor Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson talk about online privacy: what the internet knows about you, how it tracks you, why it tracks you, and what you can do to limit how much it knows.Di...
2021-10-2123 min