Parents and Schools Unite Against Digital Dangers

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What happens when the digital playground turns into a battleground? Our latest episode brings this harsh reality to light as we discuss the grave issue of social media bullying and child safety. We reflect on a shocking local news story where a middle school student was arrested for making online threats, a stark reminder of how the online world has transformed from our own childhood days. This episode explores how essential it is to educate children on the dangers of the internet, the increasing necessity for police intervention in digital threats, and the contrasting perceptions of safety in different countries. Through a critical lens, we also examine a reality TV show that depicts parents who, despite current challenges, consider the United States a safer place for their children.
We then shift our focus to the heart-wrenching case of Dolly, a young girl who took her life due to relentless online bullying, spotlighting the urgent need for protective measures. Delving into government proposals from Australia and Florida to restrict social media access for children under 16, we debate the effectiveness of age verification systems and the creation of child-friendly social platforms with strong parental controls. Personal stories about managing our own children's online behavior bring a real-life perspective to the conversation, emphasizing the delicate balance between trust and control. The role of schools in combating online bullying and the importance of teaching children resilience, ethics, and proper online conduct are key takeaways from our discussion. Tune in to explore these critical issues and learn actionable strategies to ensure our children's safety in the digital age.

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Josh aka Bearded_Nova
I'm from Australia and am what you would call a father who games. I have 5 kids so not as much time to game as I used to. But I still game and stream when I can. So come join me on Twitch in chat as we chill out.
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Josh aka Moorph
I'm a US-based husband and father of two boys. I work full-time and have been a content creator since 2000. I'm a YouTube partner, Twitch and LiveSpace streamer who founded a content creation coaching company called Elev8d Media Group (elev8d.media). I'm a blogger, streamer, podcaster, and video-er(?).
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Chapter

1. Parents and Schools Unite Against Digital Dangers (00:00:00)

2. Social Media Bullying and Child Safety (00:00:01)

3. Protecting Children Online (00:02:32)

4. Parental Monitoring and Online Safety (00:15:01)