In this powerful episode with Jess Leslie, Director of Online Protection Programs at ChildFund International, we uncover the unsettling truth about digital childhoods—and what it means when a child says, “There are a lot of people here today,” while playing a game. Jess shares how a career in combating gender-based violence and child exploitation led her to the frontlines of online safety, where the threats are invisible but deeply real. Key highlights include:

• Jess’s journey from tackling human trafficking to leading child online protection across 24 countries
• Why screen time limits aren’t enough—and the deeper conversations families need to be having
• The importance of trust-building over rule-setting when guiding children online
• Insights into how trauma and digital risks intersect in today’s childhoods
• How ChildFund is driving global change through education, policy, and platform accountability
• Practical tips for parents: from asking the right questions to creating safe digital spaces at home

Let’s empower families and reshape the digital landscape, together.

In this insightful conversation with Cyberlite co-founder Nina Bual, we explore the critical landscape of children's online safety across the globe. Nina shares personal experiences as both a tech entrepreneur and mother of 3, revealing how even cyber experts face challenges protecting their own children online. Key highlights include:

• Nina's journey founding Cyberlite, which now provides accessible cyber safety education in 16 countries
• The six core online risks all children face, from cyberbullying to digital identity management
• Why accessibility in online safety education is crucial, with 95% of Cyberlite's resources available for free
• Practical advice for parents navigating gaming platforms and AI risks
• The importance of open communication rather than device confiscation when addressing online issues
• Nina's vision for "safety by design" - where technology defaults to child-safe settings rather than adult ones

Let’s empower families and reshape the digital landscape, together.

1. Why most online grooming happens with people kids already know

Debbie breaks the myth of “stranger danger” online and explains why trusted adults can be the real threat in digital spaces.

2. What good digital parenting looks like today
From avoiding surveillance-style monitoring to asking curious, open-ended questions, Debbie outlines practical ways to raise safe and confident digital citizens.

3. The emotional toll of being constantly online
The episode explores how online exclusion and social dynamics, like not being added to a WhatsApp group, can deeply affect children’s mental health.

4. How schools and parents can work together to create safer online environments
Debbie shares stories from working with educators, emphasizing the importance of aligned policies and consistent boundaries for adults interacting with students online.

5. Where AI fits into the conversation around child safety
While AI can detect harmful content, Debbie explains how it’s also being used to create abuse, making regulation, awareness, and ethical tech design more urgent than ever.

Let’s empower families and reshape the digital landscape, together.

Tune in for an eye-opening conversation with Brock Murphy, CEO and Co-Founder of Parent ProTech, and Kay Vasey from k-ID, diving into:

• Why open conversations about tech work better than strict restrictions in keeping kids safe online
• Simple ways parents can reclaim control and confidence in their child's digital life - no tech skills needed
• Real-life stories illustrating why it's never too late to improve your family’s online safety approach
• How leaning into your child's gaming world builds trust, understanding, and genuine connection
• Busting myths around online safety - why "it would never happen to my kid" is a dangerous assumption

Discover practical insights and empowering strategies to help your children flourish safely online, nurturing healthy digital habits that last.

Let’s empower families and reshape the digital landscape, together.

Tune in for an illuminating conversation with Trent Ray from the Cyber Safety Project and Kay Vasey from k-ID exploring:

• Why explaining the “why” behind online safety rules helps kids take them seriously
• Practical strategies to engage with your child’s gaming world—no expertise required
• Small adjustments and language shifts that build trust instead of frustration
• The power of including kids’ voices in shaping safe online experiences
• Approaches that foster connection and confidence, rather than fear or bans

Discover how to equip children with the knowledge and tools they need to thrive in digital spaces, while staying safe and feeling understood.

Let’s empower families and reshape the digital landscape, together.

Tune in for an insightful conversation with Francesco Cecon from ECPAT International and Kay Vasey from k-ID exploring:

• Breaking stereotypes about boys' online vulnerabilities.
• Practical tips for parents to build trust and open communication.
• The role of online platforms in fostering supportive experiences for kids.
• New initiatives to protect children while encouraging inclusion and community.

Discover practical solutions to help kids thrive in digital spaces while staying safe, no matter their background.

Let’s empower families and reshape the digital landscape—together.