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Senator John Braun and Fostering Change Washington's Jamie Williams discuss stalled child protection bills and the urgent need to update Washington's child endangerment laws. They explore the fentanyl crisis, legislative roadblocks, and how citizens can push for accountability to protect vulnerable children from drug-exposed environments. Support Senate Bill 5071—contact your legislators today and demand action […] The post The Elephant in the Dome Podcast: Fentanyl, Families, and the Fight for Child Safety appeared first on Senate Republican Caucus.
Matty Acton's Online Child Safety Scare Every Parent Needs to Hear
What happens when survivors of domestic violence and coercive control enter family court isn't just anecdotal — it's documented, researched, and deeply concerning.In this episode of The Rising Beyond Podcast, Sybil is joined by Joan S. Meier, Professor of Clinical Law at George Washington University Law School and founder of the National Family Violence Law Center, and Danielle Pollack, Policy Manager at the Center, to unpack what decades of research and policy work reveal about how family courts respond to abuse allegations — and why so many protective parents feel disbelieved, punished, or silenced.Together, they explore how concepts like parental alienation are frequently weaponized against survivors, how unregulated reunification programs put children at risk, and what policy efforts like Kayden's Law are doing to change the system. This conversation also speaks directly to therapists, advocates, and professionals, offering insight into how research can inform ethical practice, advocacy, and trauma-informed testimony.NSPO: https://www.nationalsafeparents.org/ About the GuestsJoan S. MeierProfessor of Clinical Law at George Washington University Law School and founder of the National Family Violence Law Center. Joan is a leading national expert on domestic violence, child abuse, and family court outcomes, and the lead author of the landmark study examining how courts respond to abuse allegations in custody cases.Website: https://www.nfvlc.org/Danielle PollackPolicy Manager at the National Family Violence Law Center. Danielle works at the intersection of research and legislation, helping states adopt laws that better protect children and survivors, including implementation efforts related to Kayden's Law. She also supports survivor-led advocacy through the National Safe Parents Organization (NSPO).Join me on February 18th at 12pm MST for the Parenting to Combat Coercive Control Live Workshop for protective moms focused on protecting and repairing the parent–child relationship: https://mailchi.mp/risingbeyondpc/coercive-controlPlease leave us a review or rating and follow/subscribe to the show. This helps the show get out to more people.If you want to chat more about this topic I would love to continue our conversation over on Instagram! @risingbeyondpcIf you want to support the show you may do so here at, Buy Me A Coffee. Thank you! We love being able to make this information accessible to you and your community.If you've been looking for a supportive community of women going through the topics we cover, head over to our website to learn more about the Rising Beyond Community. - https://www.risingbeyondpc.com/ Where to find more from Rising Beyond:Rising Beyond FacebookRising Beyond LinkedInRising Beyond Pinterest If you're interested in guesting on the show please fill out this form - https://forms.gle/CSvLWWyZxmJ8GGQu7Enjoy some of our freebies! Choosing Your Battles Freebie Canned Responses Freebie Mic Drop Moments Freebie ...
A new lawsuit alleges that the Arizona Department of Child Safety failed to act despite to numerous warnings that two brothers were being abused. One of the two brothers lost his life. Matthew Boatman, the injury lawyer representing the surviving sibling joined the show to discuss the case and what happens next.
In this episode of The Grand Balance, Angela and Sharon open with a heartfelt story about restoring a family baptism gown and why preserving traditions still matters. Then they jump into their relatable “Don't Get Me Started” segment — from frustrating customer service bots to everyday mishaps no one warns you about. The heart of the episode focuses on an important refresh for grandparents: safety. With child-safety guidance constantly evolving, Angela and Sharon discuss the need to relearn best practices, prepare your home, and stay current so grandkids are safe in your care. It's practical, honest, and full of the real-life perspective only working grandmas can bring.
The Independent Children's Monitor says it's clear our child protection system is under immense stress. Its review shows carers killed 24 children between December 2021 and June 2025. It finds no improvement, despite recommendations in a review of the murder of five-year-old Malachi Subecz in 2021. Children's Monitor CEO Arran Jones told Mike Hosking that while there are deep-seated issues that go beyond what the agencies can respond to, there are certainly things that can be improved. He says the lack of progress up to this point is an issue of prioritisation, and it's about making sure the problem is front of mine not only for Oranga Tamariki, but for all the agencies that have a role to play. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In Oudtshoorn, outrage is mounting after three minors were allegedly assaulted and shot with a paintball gun, with a video of the attack going viral and sparking widespread anger. Lester Kiewit speaks to community activist Leon Campher to get insights into the case, the community’s reaction, and the broader implications for child safety in the area. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories make the programme inclusive and thought-provoking. Don’t miss the popular World View feature at 7:45am daily. Listen out for #LesterInYourLounge which is an outside broadcast – from the home of a listener in a different part of Cape Town - on the first Wednesday of every month. This show introduces you to interesting Capetonians as well as their favourite communities, habits, local personalities and neighbourhood news. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Good Morning CapeTalk with Lester Kiewit broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/xGkqLbT or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/f9Eeb7i Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk5See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this week's roundup of the latest news in online speech, content moderation and internet regulation, Ben is joined by Dr Blake Hallinan, Professor of Platform Studies in the Department of Media & Journalism Studies at Aarhus University. Together, they discuss:On Section 230's 30th Birthday, A Look Back At Why It's Such A Good Law And Why Messing With It Would Be Bad (Techdirt)An 18-Million-Subscriber YouTuber Just Explained Section 230 Better Than Every Politician In Washington (Techdirt)Discord Launches Teen-by-Default Settings Globally (Discord)Media Literacy Parent's study (GOV.UK)EU says TikTok must disable ‘addictive' features like infinite scroll, fix its recommendation engine (Techcrunch)We Didn't Ask for This Internet with Tim Wu and Cory Doctorow (The New York Times)Despite Meta's ban, Fidesz candidates successfully posted 162 political ads on Facebook in January 9 (Lakmusz.hu)Claude's Constitution Needs a Bill of Rights and Oversight (Oversight Board)Account Closed Without Notice: Debanking Adult Industry Workers in Canada (ResearchGate)Play along with Ctrl-Alt-Speech's 2026 Bingo Card and get in touch if you win! Ctrl-Alt-Speech is a weekly podcast from Techdirt and Everything in Moderation. Send us your feedback at podcast@ctrlaltspeech.com and sponsorship enquiries to sponsorship@ctrlaltspeech.com. Thanks for listening.
An independent external review of the Teaching Council was carried out by consultant Debbie Francis late last year. It has found that the agency has lost focus on its core function of safeguarding children and needs transformative change. CEO Lesley Hoskin is on agreed leave pending the outcome of an independent investigation into her conduct. The report identified multiple issues in the operations of the council. Education minister Erica Stanford told Heather du Plessis-Allan, "those two things together are a recipe for disaster: we think that we're a friend to the profession, and we're not hiring people who are actually have any experience." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tell you what—I'm not feeling terribly hopeful about the situation for vulnerable kids in this country after reading the coroner's recommendations following the death of Malachi Subecz. You'll remember the case of Malachi. I'm not going to go through the details again; sufficient to say it happened about four and a half, nearly five years ago, and it fired up public anger because of the number of times his wider family tried to warn authorities that something was going to happen—and yet he was not protected. One of the recommendations the coroner has made today in her report is that Oranga Tamariki—OT, formerly CYFS—run a public awareness campaign to help people identify possible signs of abuse and understand how to take action. To be fair to her, that idea isn't new. It came from an earlier review. She's simply pointing out that it still hasn't happened, and is reiterating that the campaign should go ahead. But really? Is that what we need in this country—a public campaign to tell us what child abuse looks like? I think we all know what child abuse looks like. I struggle to believe that there are people who do not know that breaking a child's bone is abuse. So isn't this just the kind of thing well-meaning people suggest to make themselves feel like they're doing something, when really it changes nothing—because maybe there's very little you actually can do? The problem in Malachi's case wasn't that people didn't know what child abuse looked like. People did see the abuse. They absolutely recognised it as abuse. And they went to OT and said, “Hey, Malachi is being abused. Here's the proof.” By my count, they did that about five times—if not more. And OT didn't stop it. That is the problem. And it's the problem in so many of these tragic cases. When a child dies, we often discover afterwards that OT already knew the family—and yet the child ended up dead anyway. The problem isn't that you and I don't know what child abuse looks like. We do. The problem is that the agency responsible for stopping it apparently doesn't know what child abuse looks like—or at least doesn't act when it sees it. Never mind a public campaign. Fix that fundamental problem at Oranga Tamariki, and you might actually save a lot of lives. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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In a stunning courtroom moment, Lindy Atkinson had to stand up and interrupt a judge to prevent a vulnerable youth from being returned to a house where the primary caregiver had just been arrested. Hear the full story of the "strike one, two, and three" failures by Child Safety and Youth Justice that nearly left five children in a perilous situation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Send us a textAs more Epstein files/emails have come out, I thought this was an important episode to bring back. This week I once again bring you the interview I did with Stephanie Olson. She's the CEO of the Set me Free Project, a prevention education organization on human trafficking, social media safety, and healthy relationships.We're talking social media safety;Is it a good idea to set up a social media account for your baby/toddler?What is the biggest thing people ignore about social media?Do you REALLY know everyone you're connected with and giving information to, etc.?We are also talking human trafficking. Most human trafficking is nothing like what you see in Liam Neeson movies. Most trafficking is carried out by people familiar to the child involved.So what sort of precautions can, and should, we take?Why is communication with a trusted person soo important for children?And how can we, as adults, help children who might be at risk?I loved the whole conversation and definitely learned an awful lot about a subject I thought I had some idea of but it turns out almost everything I thought I knew was wrong.You can find Stephanie, and the Set Me Free Project here.Their website https://www.setmefreeproject.net/If you are interested in their training programs for work and agencies you can find that hereFollow her on FacebookAnd on Instagram They're even on Twitter! In the news this week; This study about the health impacts of "weight-cycling". A common myth heard these days is that intentionally losing weight (dieting) and then gaining that weight again is bad for your overall health and that, actually, you're better off staying at your higher weight. This is nonsense. There is ZERO evidence to show that that is the case and this study from 2014 clearly shows that.For next week's podcast we will do a "Top dieting myths" episode so, let me know if you have any questions you'd like answered or have heard something silly recently that you want to share.Remember that I am still looking for people to test to userfriendlyness of our program to people with hearing issues so if you would like to get involved and get FREE lifetime access, just send a little email to peter@healthypostnatalbody.comRemember to follow us on Instagram and Facebook for the competitions, wisdom and cute videos. Visit healthypostnatalbody.com and get 3 months completely FREE access. No sales, no commitment, no BS. Email peter@healthypostnatalbody.com if you have any questions or comments If you could rate the podcast on your favourite platform that would be a big help. Playing us out this week; "Back & Forth" by Tru Genesis
Craig Cole returns to the Breaking Free Podcast for a confronting and necessary conversation around child sexual abuse and trafficking in Australia. In this episode, Craig and I address the alarming scale of the issue, the systemic failures that allow it to continue, and the alleged complicity of government officials and institutions that are meant to protect the most vulnerable.Craig shares recent cases, statistics, and insights that highlight how deeply rooted this problem is, and why political inaction and silence are no longer acceptable. The conversation emphasizes the importance of awareness, personal responsibility, and collective action including attending rallies, speaking up, and demanding accountability from elected representatives.Alongside the hard truths, this episode also explores the emotional and psychological toll of confronting systemic corruption, and why resilience, emotional strength, and inner clarity are essential for those who choose to face uncomfortable realities.This is not an easy conversation, but it is a vital one. Craig and I reaffirm our commitment to continuing this work, shining a light where others refuse to look, and inspiring people to stand up for the safety and protection of children.DisclaimerThis episode discusses sensitive topics including child sexual abuse, trafficking, systemic corruption, and institutional failure. Listener discretion is advised. The content is intended to raise awareness, encourage critical thinking, and inspire lawful action in support of child safety and accountability. Please listen/watch for the duration with an open mind and an open heart. Part 1 Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bOTk_SAEE7YPart 1 Audio: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6RVpPiS6yjgAajqoOyPd5U?si=788b6d733c1d40cdPart 2 Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=74xwv_Ma7CYPart 2 Audio: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1T6KYKw7hphYIcqUiiTomz?si=54e3070dd4bc4b89Jump on BonCharge and grab yourself some protection from wifi, 5G, blue/red light and so much more…At the Checkout Use Code “Nath22” to receive 15% offRight here: https://www.boncharge.com/?rfsn=7434501.689abcConnect With Craig Cole:Website: https://www.leaveourkidzalone.orgTeam Warrior Spirit: https://www.teamwarriorspirit.comThe Team In NZ: https://letkidsbekids.nzEmail Craig: info@leaveourkidzalone.orgConnect With Me (Nathan Francis Coach/Mentor) Substack: https://substack.com/@nathanfrancisFacebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/OSS.Health.MindPersonal Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nath.francis69Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nathanfrancis222?_t=8iKxXw8R2ee&_r=1Telegram: https://t.me/nathf94  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nathanfrancis__/Email me anytime: nathanselfsabotage@gmail.comThe Breaking Free Podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1fHxmfbFZwyZPIcOrjw3Hf?si=q42PtUR4Qeu8SvUuWDMrpwApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/breaking-free-podcast/id1657951151Youtube: https://youtube.com/@nathanfrancis__?si=df69YA7zK-CUeG8-
The Predator's Playbook: How To Identify And Prevent Child Sexual AbuseChild abuse is a sobering reality often perpetrated by trusted individuals rather than strangers. To successfully exploit a child, predators rely on a specific playbook to gain access, trust, and secrecy. Our expert this week explains how parents can help dismantle these opportunities without needing to resort to overprotective parenting styles.Guests: Dr. Bronwen Carroll, pediatric emergency medicine physician, Boston Medical Center, assistant professor of pediatrics, Boston UniversityHost: Elizabeth WestfieldProducer: Polly Hansen Why Are Kidney Stones Skyrocketing In Young Girls?Kidney stones, historically associated with middle-aged men, are now being diagnosed at an increasing rate in young girls. Though stones can remain undetected for years, they often cause extreme pain and nausea once they move into the ureter. Our expert discusses treatment options and possible reasons we're seeing more cases in younger patients. Guests: Dr. Greg Tasain, attending pediatric urologist, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, professor of surgery, University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine Host: Greg JohnsonProducers: Kristen Farrah Medical Notes: The Shocking Veteran Suicide Trends, The Best Time To Induce Labor, And The Mental Health Of College StudentsThe tides may finally be turning on veteran suicide. A new treatment for seizures may soon be possible without the need for invasive brain surgery. When it comes to inducing labor, success may be all in the timing. The stigma surrounding mental health on campus is fading. Host: Maayan Voss de Bettancourt Producer: Kristen Farrah Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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I am so excited to share my conversation with Kelly Stonelake!Kelly Stonelake is a business operator and technologist with nearly 15 years of experience at Meta, where she held senior roles in product marketing and organizational leadership. During her tenure, she raised concerns about child safety and internal misconduct and faced retaliation after senior leadership chose to conceal risks rather than address them. The gap between Meta's stated values and her lived experience led to a severe loss of functioning and a fight for her life.Following her departure, Kelly became a whistleblower and advocate for stronger protections for children online, greater tech accountability, awareness of autistic burnout and suicide risk, and safer workplaces for marginalized people. Her work focuses on challenging the concentration of power in technology and advancing equity, accountability, and systemic reform.Kelly recently testified before the Washington State Senate in support of SB 5708 on addictive feeds and SB 5784 on AI companions, sharing first-hand accounts of child exposure, data collection without parental consent, and corporate retaliation against those who spoke up.Please visit Kelly Stonelake on Substack at Overturned by Kelly Stonelake .02:16 – 10:40 | From early idealism to the inside of FacebookKelly traces her early interests in journalism, constitutional debate, and technology, leading to nearly 15 years at Facebook. She describes the early years before the algorithmic feed, when the mission felt real and principled. She reflects on Cambridge Analytica, internal decision-making, and how loyalty, good faith, and “doing the right thing” slowly became tools for accumulating power.10:41 – 29:24 | Horizon Worlds, retaliation, and the open secret about kidsKelly recounts her time as the only woman on the senior leadership team for Horizon Worlds. She describes discovering that children were already using the product through adult accounts, being exposed to adults without parental consent, while Meta collected vast amounts of data in violation of federal law. She speaks plainly about misogyny, silencing women, attorney-client privilege used to avoid accountability, and the moment the rollout was paused for “quality” reasons while the truth stayed buried.29:25 – 1:02:00 | The harms parents, therapists, and social workers need to understandKelly lays out, in clear and specific terms, the dangers children face across social platforms:• Sextortion pipelines that move from shame to suicide in hours or days• Relentless bullying amplified by anonymity and disappearing messages• Algorithmic feeds that escalate vulnerability into self-harm content• Drug acquisition through social apps leading to fentanyl deaths• Viral challenges that kill curious kidsShe explains how “teen accounts” and parental controls function as sugar pills. They reassure parents without protecting children.1:02:01 – 1:11:30 | A chapter for parentsKelly speaks directly to parents. Delay smartphones as long as possible. She recommends no social media. Give yourself permission to reevaluate decisions with new information and self-compassion. She shares how technology can exist in a home without extractive platforms, from family computers to creative and educational tools. She names the economic manipulation at play and explains why neurodivergent children face disproportionate risk. This is not a parenting failure. It is a systemic one.1:11:31 – 1:21:53 | Moral injury, refusing blood money, and choosing truthKelly shares her mental health collapse, autistic burnout, and the moment...
The sister of eight-year-old Elizabeth Struhs has launched a massive $750,000 lawsuit, alleging the state failed to protect the young girl from the religious cult that ultimately cost her her life. Hear the details of the legal battle and why the Department of Child Safety is now under fire for more than just one tragedy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Predator's Playbook: How To Identify And Prevent Child Sexual AbuseChild abuse is a sobering reality often perpetrated by trusted individuals rather than strangers. To successfully exploit a child, predators rely on a specific playbook to gain access, trust, and secrecy. Our expert this week explains how parents can help dismantle these opportunities without needing to resort to overprotective parenting styles.Guests: Dr. Bronwen Carroll, pediatric emergency medicine physician, Boston Medical Center, assistant professor of pediatrics, Boston UniversityHost: Elizabeth Westfield.Producer: Polly Hansen. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
This week: UK Revival Claims Questioned: A new Pew Research study challenges recent claims of spiritual revival among young adults in the UK, suggesting that opt-in surveys may be misleading and random sampling shows Christian identification is actually declining, not increasing.Social Media Child Safety: Social media giants face a landmark legal case regarding child safety, raising important questions about platform accountability and the protection of minors online.Posthumous Sperm Retrieval Ethics: Families of slain Israeli soldiers in Gaza are retrieving sperm from their bodies for posthumous reproduction, sparking complex ethical discussions about consent, grief, and reproductive technology.Harry Potter Generation Politics: The Harry Potter generation is being called to rethink their politics as they mature into adulthood.Keeping Marriage Strong Forever: Listener Q&A addresses keeping marriages strong over decades with advice to never stop working on your relationship and consider having more children.Biblical Response to Tragedy: A nurse in Minnesota asks how to biblically process the tragic events surrounding ICE enforcement, including the death of Alex Pretti. ==========Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith and Culture is a podcast from Talbot School of Theology at Biola University, which offers degrees both online and on campus in Southern California. Find all episodes of Think Biblically at: https://www.biola.edu/think-biblically. To submit comments, ask questions, or make suggestions on issues you'd like us to cover or guests you'd like us to have on the podcast, email us at thinkbiblically@biola.edu.
It might be the biggest week in Dhar Mann's history.From signing a massive 40-film deal with Fox to partnering with the NFL as their Chief Kindness Officer, Dhar Mann is rewriting the rules of the creator economy. In this episode, we sit down with Ross Habif, Chief Strategy Officer at Dhar Mann Studios, to break down exactly how these deals happened and what they mean for the future of vertical cinema.We also cover the other massive headlines from the week including the sale of TikTok's US operations to Oracle, Khaby Lame's exit, and how creators are taking over off Broadway.What we cover:-- The "Crazy Week" Explained: Inside the 40-film deal with Fox & Holywater.-- NFL x Dhar Mann: What a "Chief Kindness Officer" actually does.-- Strategy Deep Dive: Why Dhar Mann chose Fox-- TikTok's New Owner: What the Oracle sale means for your algorithm.-- The Creator (on) Stage: Madison Weaver on bringing creators to Broadway.00:00 Intro: Super Bowl Plans & Football Banter 01:20 MrBeast x Salesforce: The "Build in Public" Super Bowl Ad 03:59 The Evolution of "Making Of" Content (Project Greenlight to YouTube) 07:47 Breaking: TikTok US Operations Sold to Oracle 10:53 What Beijing Still Controls (Algorithms & Ads) 11:52 Is the New "US TikTok" Suppressing Content? 17:00 Google & Meta Go on Trial for Child Safety 18:25 Interview: Ross Habif (Dhar Mann Studios) 18:43 Inside the 40-Film Deal with Fox & Holywater 24:44 Retaining 100% Creative Autonomy 25:04 Dhar Mann: The NFL's "Chief Kindness Officer" 26:47 Interview: Madison Weaver (The Creator Society) 27:25 From TikTok to Off-Broadway: The Story of "11 to Midnight" 34:11 Khaby Lame's $975 Million Business MoveCreator Upload is your creator economy podcast, hosted by Lauren Schnipper and Joshua Cohen.Follow Lauren: https://www.linkedin.com/in/schnipper/Follow Josh: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuajcohen/Original music by London Bridge: https://www.instagram.com/londonbridgemusic/Edited and produced by Adam Conner: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamonbrand
This hour we had an important conversation with the director of DCS.
Many questions remain in the aftermath of 3 high-profile deaths of children under the care of Arizona's Department of Child Safety. We sat down for an exclusive interview with the director, Kathryn Ptak. We talk about the specific cases and what needs to be done to make things better for our kids.
A member of parliament from Hamilton has introduced a groundbreaking amendment to the Divorce Act in the House of Commons. Hamilton Mountain Liberal MP Lisa Hepfner joins Newsmakers host Rick Zamperin to discuss the Keeping Children Safe Act.
Send us a textLicensed clinical social worker Anna Sonoda discusses the clinical and practical realities of childhood sexual abuse prevention. Moving beyond the "stranger danger" myth, we explore the psychological tactics used to target families and the unique challenges of parenting in a digital age. This is a factual, dignified look at how parents can recognize predatory patterns before they escalate.Listen to the book:Duck Duck Groom by Anna Sonoda: https://www.audible.ca/pd/Duck-Duck-Groom-Audiobook/B0CLYXYTVR Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our podcast guest are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. We value diverse perspectives and aim to provide a platform for thoughtful discussion and exploration of different ideas.Got any comments, suggestions or queries? We'd love to hear from you! DM us on Instagram @dirty.laundry.podcast to be featured on one of our upcoming episodes. Also, don't forget to rate and review our show on your favourite podcast player.
Innocence Shattered with Joe Horn | KWR0056 Kingdom War Room YouTube Description This Kingdom War Room roundtable is all about keeping children safe. Dr. Michael Lake is joined by Dr. Mike Spaulding, Dr. Corby Shuey, and special guest Joe Horn (host of SkyWatch TV and author of Innocence Shattered: Dismantling the Insidious War Against Our Children) to equip believers to protect children from trafficking, abuse, grooming, and cultural deception. They expose how: Human trafficking and exploitation target the most vulnerable The foster care system can be abused and misused Pornography addiction in the church fuels demand for exploitation Schools, media, and culture are softening and rebranding evil (e.g., "minor-attracted persons") The erosion of biblical masculinity and the family leaves children unprotected But this conversation is not just about exposing darkness — it's about practical, hope-filled solutions so that parents, grandparents, pastors, and the remnant can actively keep children safe: How to pray strategically and stand in the gap How to get involved locally to protect kids in your community How ministries like Whispering Ponies Ranch and Royal Family Kids / For The Children bring healing to deeply traumatized children How restoring biblical family roles and strong, godly men creates safer homes and communities If you want to protect the lambs, guard your home, and see genuine revival that restores families and rescues children, this episode will equip and challenge you.
The Department of Child Safety is coming up short when it comes to key reforms, who's to blame?
Slovakia Today, English Language Current Affairs Programme from Slovak Radio
Marking the 30th anniversary of Child Safety Helpline, this programme examines the current state of mental health among children and minors in Slovakia. Through insights from child helpline professionals, special education teacher Jana Merašická, and a researcher from The Research Institute of Child Psychology and Pathopsychology, we explore how children's psychological needs have changed over the past decades, what challenges dominate today, and where the system still falls short.
Send us a textIn this impactful episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we welcome crime prevention specialist Stephanie Mann, who brings over 40 years of experience in violence prevention. Stephanie shares her personal story of resilience, having been abandoned in Mexico City at the age of 15, and how this experience shaped her mission to foster safer neighborhoods. With alarming statistics showing that one in five high school students experience neighborhood violence, Stephanie emphasizes the importance of community engagement and parental involvement in creating a safer environment for children. She discusses common mistakes parents make regarding safety and provides actionable tips for recognizing danger and resisting peer pressure. Listeners will be inspired by stories of community-driven initiatives that have successfully reduced crime rates and learn how to take back their neighborhoods. Stephanie also highlights her work in combating child sex trafficking, urging everyone to get involved in their communities. Tune in for a conversation that empowers you to make a difference, one neighborhood at a time. Discover more about Stephanie and her initiatives at www.safekidsnow.com.Support the show
Before we bring in 2026, we want to remind you of how great 2025 was! Matty J has a kink for pregnant women! Ash is blamed for destroying the father’s door when he was 5 years old Nana shares a Parenting Lie that involves the PlayStation ***TW*** Body Autonomy with child psychologist Victoria Barendsen For parents and children: Kids Helpline: 1800 551 800 for confidential counselling for children and young people. Lifeline: 13 11 14 for crisis support and suicide prevention. For reporting concerns: Mandatory Reporting: Contact the relevant state or territory child safety authority, such as the National Office for Child Safety in Australia (132 111 for NSW). 2025 Raunchy Ranch Calendar IS OUT NOW! https://budgysmuggler.com.au/products/two-doting-dads-raunchy-ranch Buy our book, which is now available in-store! https://www.penguin.com.au/books/two-doting-dads-9781761346552 If you need a shoulder to cry on: Two Doting Dads Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/639833491568735/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheTwoDotingDads Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twodotingdads/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@twodotingdads See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
NSRI spokesperson Andrew Ingram speaks to Saskia Falken about beach and tidal pool safety during the festive season, and what beachgoers need to know to stay safe. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read, and reflect. The show - presented by former journalist, baker and water sports enthusiast Pippa Hudson - is unashamedly lifestyle driven. Popular features include a daily profile interview #OnTheCouch at 1:10 pm. Consumer issues are in the spotlight every Wednesday while the team also unpacks all things related to health, wealth, & the environment. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Lunch with Pippa Hudson Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 13:00 and 15:00 (SA Time) to Lunch with Pippa Hudson broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/MdSlWEs or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/fDJWe69 Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
When the world's leading voice in human-centered privacy joins forces with the high-octane energy of Ash Brown, the result is an eye-opening deep dive into the digital frontier. Ash Brown welcomes Ken Griggs, the Emmy award-winning technologist and CEO of Julia Social, for a timely conversation about the UK government's proposed nationwide digital ID system and its global implications. The Big Debate: Security vs. Surveillance Ken Griggs brings decades of expertise in blockchain technology and cryptography to dissect what a centralized digital ID truly means for the average citizen. While governments pitch these systems as a convenience for accessing public services, Ken sounds the alarm on the hidden costs to personal privacy and data autonomy. In this captivating episode, Ash and Ken explore: The Centralization Trap: Why storing the identity of an entire nation in a single database creates a high-risk honey pot for hackers and state actors. The Julia Social Vision: How Ken's work with Julia Social advocates for a decentralized identity approach, where individuals—not institutions—own and control their own data. The UK Digital ID Ripple Effect: Why the global community should watch these legislative moves closely, as they could set a groundbreaking or dangerous precedent for digital rights worldwide. Turning Tech Insight into Real-World Action Ash Brown's signature Authentic Optimism keeps the conversation grounded as Ken provides actionable insights on how listeners can protect their digital footprints today. From understanding the mechanics of Not.Bot to the security power of the Chia blockchain, this interview bridges the gap between complex tech and everyday life. Seeking a masterclass in the future of privacy? This episode of The Ash Said It Show is essential listening for anyone who values their digital freedom. Web: Not.Bot About this Founder: Ken Griggs is the visionary founder and CEO of Julia Social, a platform dedicated to human-centered privacy and decentralized social networking. With a career spanning decades at the intersection of technology and human interaction, Griggs has established himself as a premier authority on blockchain applications and digital security. A Legacy of Innovation from Speech Research to Blockchain Before launching Julia Social, Ken Griggs built a reputation as a pioneer in several cutting-edge fields. He spent years at the forefront of speech recognition research, laying the groundwork for how humans interact naturally with complex digital systems through voice technology. Following this, he transitioned into a leadership role as the Vice President of Customer Success at Chia Network Inc (CNI). During his tenure at CNI, he played a pivotal role in the growth of the eco-friendly Chia blockchain, specializing in the development of real-world applications focused on security, sustainability, and efficiency. The Shift to Julia Social and Digital Autonomy Driven by a deep passion for user-owned data and digital autonomy, Griggs eventually departed from his role at Chia Network to found Julia Social. His current mission is to reshape the digital landscape by moving away from centralized data silos toward a more secure, decentralized future. Today, Ken Griggs is frequently sought after for his insights on human-centered privacy, designing technology that prioritizes the user over the institution. He remains a leading voice in decentralized identity and blockchain strategy, influencing the global conversation on how digital identity and social connectivity should evolve in a Web3 world. Meet Ash Brown, the dynamic American powerhouse and motivational speaker dedicated to fueling every journey toward personal and professional success. Recognized as a trusted voice in personal development, Ash delivers uplifting energy and relatable wisdom across every platform she touches. Why Choose Ash Brown Ash Brown stands out as an influential media personality due to her Authentic Optimism and commitment to providing Actionable Strategies. She equips her audience with the tools necessary to create real change and rise above life challenges. For those seeking inspiration, Ash Brown serves as the ultimate guide to turning motivation into measurable action. The Ash Said It Show Top Ranked Podcast With over 2100 episodes and more than 700000 global listens, the Ash Said It Show features inspiring interviews, life lessons, and empowerment stories from changemakers across all industries. 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Host(s): Dr. Mary Goldberg, Co-Director of the IMPACT Center at the University of PittsburghGuest(s): Shay Cohen, Co-Founder and CEO of Verbali and innovator behind Ma-TalkIMPACT Center | Website, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter Verbali.io | WebsiteDiscussion Topics (time stamp)The Tech Behind Ma-Talk 2:26Data Privacy and Child Safety 11:32Lessons & Future Directions 19:07Transcript | Word Doc, PDF
In this week's round-up of the latest news in online speech, content moderation and internet regulation, Mike and Ben cover:Resonant Computing Manifesto Support Techdirt's Uncompromising Coverage, Get Our First Commemorative Coin (Techdirt)US Ambassador Slams EU Tech Rules as Musk's X Hit With Fine (Bloomberg)Why the X fine is causing so much transatlantic drama (Politico)Tech workers face new H1-B scrutiny as Trump targets ‘censorship' (Washington Post)H1-B visa advice (LinkedIn - Alice Hunsberger)Australian leader defends social media ban as teens flaunt workarounds (Reuters)Age restrictions alone won't keep children safe online (Unicef)Focus must be on making social media safe for children as Australia brings in ban (Save The Children)Operation Bluebird tries to reclaim Twitter (LinkedIn)This episode is brought to you by our sponsor CCIA, an international, not-for-profit trade association representing a broad cross section of communications and technology firms and that promotes open markets, open systems, and open networks. Ctrl-Alt-Speech is a weekly podcast from Techdirt and Everything in Moderation. Send us your feedback at podcast@ctrlaltspeech.com and sponsorship enquiries to sponsorship@ctrlaltspeech.com. Thanks for listening.
Tara dives into a creepy, Orwellian trend sweeping the globe
In this episode of the Foster Friendly Podcast, host Brian Mavis and co-host Courtney engage with Hollie Strand, a forensic examiner with extensive experience in child safety and trafficking. The conversation delves into the complexities of sex trafficking, the grooming process used by predators, and the alarming connection between foster care and trafficking. Hollie shares insights on the importance of internet safety for children, the role of parents in protecting their kids, and the necessity of building a supportive community for vulnerable children. The episode emphasizes the critical need for foster care as a proactive measure to prevent trafficking and offers practical advice for parents and foster families.TakeawaysHollie Strand has 26 years of experience in child safety and trafficking.Sex trafficking is often misunderstood; it involves the exchange of goods for sexual acts.Victims of trafficking may not see themselves as victims due to psychological manipulation.Grooming involves breaking down a person's spirit to make them compliant.Foster care can create vulnerabilities that lead to trafficking.Internet safety is crucial for children to prevent exploitation.Parents must actively supervise their children's online activities.Building a safety net of supportive adults is essential for at-risk youth.Foster parents can play a significant role in preventing trafficking.Community involvement is vital in supporting foster care and child safety.
In this episode, we delve into pressing issues with Senator Marsha Blackburn from Tennessee, who discusses her new legislation aimed at protecting children online from predatory practices by big tech companies. We also hear from Congressman Pete Stauber, who highlights a shocking welfare fraud case in Minnesota involving significant sums of taxpayer money. Additionally, we explore the implications of the current economic climate with insights from Shannon Davis of American Alternative Assets. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this week's roundup of the latest news in online speech, content moderation and internet regulation, Ben is joined by Vaishnavi J, former head of youth policy at Meta and founder and principal of Vyanams Strategies, a product advisory firm that helps companies, civil society, and governments build safer age appropriate experiences. Prior to founding Vys, she led video policy at Twitter, built its safety team in APAC and was Google's child safety polciy lead in APAC. Together Ben and Vaishnavi discuss:House overhauls KOSA in a new kids online safety package (The Verge)A nationwide internet age verification plan is sweeping Congress (The Verge)Grindr supports app store age-verification bill despite censorship concerns (Pink News)A summary of the technology sector's response to the UK's new online safety rules (Ofcom)Age Assurance Implementation Handbook (Vyanams)Interoperable Age Assurance (Age Verification Providers Association)EU's non-binding resolution around revamping child safety rules (European Parliament)‘We'll be watching': Social media companies warned about complying with ban as teens flock to alternative apps (Crikey)The Salesforce of safety: Software vendors as infrastructural/professional nodes in the field of online trust and safety (Sage, Platforms & Society)It's their job to keep AI from destroying everything (The Verge) Ctrl-Alt-Speech is a weekly podcast from Techdirt and Everything in Moderation. Send us your feedback at podcast@ctrlaltspeech.com and sponsorship enquiries to sponsorship@ctrlaltspeech.com. Thanks for listening.
-Roblox CEO Dave Baszuki joined the Hard Fork podcast to discuss the gaming platform's new age verification feature — but he seemed to get frustrated at the number of questions focused on child safety. -A new feature seemingly revealed many right-wing “America First” accounts are actually based outside the United States. But the data seems questionable. -Major insurers including AIG, Great American, and WR Berkley are asking U.S. regulators for permission to exclude AI-related liabilities from corporate policies. One underwriter describes the AI models' outputs to the FT as "too much of a black box." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
For dog owners:Always keep your dog on a leash. Listen to podcast episode 118. Never allow your dog to bark or lunge at another dog or people. Create distance immediately if this happens.Work with a trainer to prevent rectivity. Teach sit, wait, “watch-me” as alternative behaviors to reacting to stimuli. For parents of children:Never allow your child to pet a dog unless the dog is on a leash and calm.Never have your child reach their hand toward a dog's face or put their face close to a dog's face.Only allow the child to pet the dog on its side while the dog's owner holds it calmly on a leash. Related Episodes: #118 on October 7, 2025, and #97 on April 7, 2025. News story on WHNT News 19: https://youtu.be/JdtAaPczUoc?si=3CmznHd_sHV08uT9Purchase "The Business of Dog Training" on AmazonRESOURCES:Podcast Website: http://puppytalkpodcast.comSponsor Website: http://www.topgundogtraining.comDale's books: https://www.amazon.com/author/dalebuchanan
Roblox's popularity has exploded among kids since the pandemic. Today Roblox has more than 150 million daily active users, and functions as one of the primary online gathering places for preteens. But precisely because Roblox is so popular with children, it has also attracted the attention of adult predators.This week we're joined by Roblox chief executive David Baszucki for a conversation about how the company is responding to allegations that it has become unsafe for children, and the new measures the gaming platform says it's now implementing to protect them.Guests:David Baszucki, chief executive of RobloxAdditional Reading: Roblox Sued for Wrongful Death After Teenager's SuicideGeneration Alpha's FarmVille Is Growing Like Crazy in Roblox We want to hear from you. Email us at hardfork@nytimes.com. Find “Hard Fork” on YouTube and TikTok. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here https://www.nytimes.com/activate-access/audio?source=podcatcher. For more podcasts and narrated articles, download The New York Times app at nytimes.com/app.
Hour 3 features Richard Stern, Acting Director of the Thomas A. Roe Institute for Economic Policy Studies and Director of the Grover M. Hermann Center at the Heritage Foundation, discussing tariffs and their impact on the U.S. economy. In Capitol Beat, Congressman Eric Burlison from Missouri's Seventh District joins the show. Jessica Rosenthal from Fox News Radio calls in to explain Roblox's new age verification system, how it works, and why the platform believes it could become an industry standard for protecting children online.
Thriving Minds Podcast Deep Dive: Building a Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Team Hosted by Professor Selena Bartlett Expert: Feather Berkower, Author of Off Limits: A Parent's Guide to Keeping Kids Safe from Sexual AbuseThe top 5 things to keep children safe in the digital age.Feather challenges the outdated belief that children should be responsible for protecting themselves. Instead, she empowers adults to take charge by building what she calls a “Prevention Team.” This team includes everyone in your child's world—teachers, coaches, grandparents, babysitters—and sets clear boundaries and safety rules that deter potential offenders before they ever gain access.It is the small, brave conversations that can make a lifelong difference. From teaching kids the difference between secrets and surprises, to addressing online grooming and exposure to pornography, Feather shows how open, honest, and continuous dialogue is the most powerful protection tool we have.Top 5 Takeaways for ParentsAdults are responsible, not children, for preventing abuse.Talk, talk, talk—and don't stop talking about body safety.Build your Prevention Team by having explicit boundary conversations with anyone who cares for your child.Discomfort is protective—feeling awkward now prevents trauma later.Use practical tools like Off Limits and Feather's Conversation Starter Cards to begin these vital discussions today.This episode will leave you informed, empowered, and ready to create a safer world for children—one conversation at a time.Support the showSubscribe and support the podcast at https://www.buzzsprout.com/367319/supporters/newLearn more at www.profselenabartlett.com
We're getting real and discussing the importance of family culture, emphasizing November as Child Safety and Protection Month. Danny and Rebecca welcome Jessica Smartt, author of Come On Home, and her insights and experiences raising children on an intergenerational family farm. We discuss the challenges and benefits of such a setup, and the principles of grace and forgiveness. We'll go over the different parenting stages, the importance of intentional quality and quantity time with children, and addresses a listener's concern about disciplining practices. Come On Home: A Grace-Filled Guide to Raising a Family Who Loves (and Likes) Each Other Free Download! A Parent's Guide To Today's Technology Support the show! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Send us your email or voicemail questions here! If you enjoyed listening to Practice Makes Parent with Dr. Danny Huerta and Rebecca St. James, please give us your feedback.
Owen Poole covers the biggest tech stories of the day, including: OpenAI completes its recapitalization process with for-profit and nonprofit sides; popular AI companion app Character.ai introduces new child safety rules after a lawsuit and increased attention from regulators; and Elon Musk builds an AI-powered clone of Wikipedia dubbed Grokipedia -- critics say it's filled with misinformation.
Owen Poole covers the biggest tech stories of the day, including: OpenAI completes its recapitalization process with for-profit and nonprofit sides; popular AI companion app Character.ai introduces new child safety rules after a lawsuit and increased attention from regulators; and Elon Musk builds an AI-powered clone of Wikipedia dubbed Grokipedia -- critics say it's filled with misinformation.
Warning: This story contains distressing themes including discussion of child sexual abuse. ABC journalist Adele Ferguson has spent months investigating Australia's childcare industry and her findings are devastating. She's exposed a broken system, where profit so often comes before the safety of children and where the most vulnerable are abused and mistreated. Today, Adele on her latest Four Corners investigation into how paedophiles are infiltrating childcare centres and why it's so much worse than we ever thought. If you or someone you know needs help, please reach out to a support service. You can contact National Sexual Assault, Domestic Family Violence Counselling Service: 1800RESPECT 1800 737 732, Blue Knot Helpline: 1300 657 380, or Lifeline: 13 11 14. In an emergency call 000. Featured: Adele Ferguson, ABC investigative journalist
Dani Morin experienced every parent's worst nightmare when she lost her 15-month-old son in a tragic incident at a day care center. Dani discusses how she transformed her pain into purpose, becoming a dedicated child safety advocate committed to protecting other families from similar tragedies. She also shares the deeply personal choices that shaped the next chapter of her life—her decision to have another child as a single mother by choice, and how love and healing ultimately led her to meet her husband and expand her family. Reality Life with Kate Casey What to Watch List: https://katecasey.substack.com Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/katecasey Twitter: https://twitter.com/katecasey Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/katecaseyca Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itskatecasey?lang=en Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/113157919338245 Amazon List: https://www.amazon.com/shop/katecasey Like it to Know It: https://www.shopltk.com/explore/katecaseySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
For the Good of the Public brings you daily news and weekly conversations at the intersection of faith and civic life. Monday through Thursday, The Morning Five starts your day off with scripture and prayer, as we catch up on the news of the day together. Throughout the year, we air limited series on Fridays to dive deeper into conversations with civic leaders, thinkers, and public servants reimagining public life, for the good of the public. Today's host was Michael Wear, Founder, President and CEO of the Center for Christianity and Public Life. Thanks for listening to The Morning Five! Please subscribe to and rate The Morning Five on your favorite podcast platform. Learn more about the work of the Center for Christianity and Public Life at www.ccpubliclife.org. Scripture: John 20 Today's host was Michael Wear, Founder, President, and CEO of the Center for Christianity and Public Life. Join the conversation and follow us at: Instagram: @michaelwear, @ccpubliclife Twitter: @MichaelRWear, @ccpubliclife and check out @tsfnetwork Music by: Amber Glow #politics #faith #prayer #press #journalism #Trump #Pentagon #WhiteHouse #FoxNews #media #military #Venezuela #foreignpolicy #socialmedia #AI #childsafety Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jade Dass was taking medication to treat her addiction to opioids before she became pregnant. Scientific studies and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention say this leads to the best outcomes for both mothers and babies. But after Dass delivered a healthy daughter, the hospital reported her to the Arizona Department of Child Safety, which conducted an investigation and separated her from her newborn. “I just couldn't believe it, that people would act like this,” Dass says. “Like how they couldn't see—it's, like, you have no humanity if you're gonna take someone's baby.”To understand the scale of this issue, reporter Shoshana Walter, data reporter Melissa Lewis, and a team of Reveal researchers and lawyers filed 100 public records requests, putting together the first-ever tally of how often women are reported to child welfare agencies for taking prescription drugs during pregnancy. This week on Reveal, we follow Dass as she grapples with losing custody of her baby—and makes one last desperate attempt to keep her family together.Walter has turned some of her reporting for Reveal into a book about the addiction treatment industry, Rehab: An American Scandal, which comes out this month. This is an update of an episode that originally aired in July 2023. Support Reveal's journalism at Revealnews.org/donatenow Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to get the scoop on new episodes at Revealnews.org/newsletter Connect with us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices