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How do we keep our kids safe online? How do we have real conversations about real issues our kids are struggling with? Join Mandy Majors (award-winning author of "TALK" and "Keeping Kids Safe in a Digital World") and Kim Elerick (former radio morning host and nextTalk Director) every Monday for practical parenting stories! nextTalk is a nonprofit organization keeping kids safe by creating a culture of honest conversation in families, churches and schools. More than Cyberparenting: Conversations to Connect.
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Does it feel like YouTube has become the TV and "Google" for your kids? Do you sometimes find it overwhelming to parent? On this show we share why we consider YouTube a social media platform and how that affects the way you approach it. We'll share real-life practical strategies for parenting YouTube as well as specific conversations to have with your kids that we believe are critical.Support the showKEEPING KIDS SAFE ONLINEConnect with us...www.nextTalk.orgFacebookInstagramContact Us...admin@nextTalk.orgP.O. BOX 160111 San Antonio, TX 78280
In this busy season of parenting, it's super easy to forget how to have fun! Anybody?? Mandy and Kim have a few unconventional ideas on why we end up feeling like the fun is gone, and how simultaneously we employ band-aid fixes in our quest to fill the fun tank back up. They share what they believe to be the very best way to see fun surface in your life once again.Support the showKEEPING KIDS SAFE ONLINEConnect with us...www.nextTalk.orgFacebookInstagramContact Us...admin@nextTalk.orgP.O. BOX 160111 San Antonio, TX 78280
1Mandy and Kim hosted a live podcast to share what they’ve learned about parenting social media at any age! Parents logged-in and were able to ask questions and get real time answers. We’re sharing the audio here so you can get ideas on helpful social media guidelines, important conversations to have with your kids, and the answers to parent questions you may have too! Support the showKEEPING KIDS SAFE ONLINEConnect with us...www.nextTalk.orgFacebookInstagramContact Us...admin@nextTalk.orgP.O. BOX 160111 San Antonio, TX 78280
We recently spoke to students, and this was one of their questions! We loved it so much, we wanted to tell you how we answered it. And that answer...you can share it with your kid to equip them for situations from social media to just about everything in life! Also, if your kid doesn’t have social media yet – Kim gives practical advice on how to have similar conversations with your littles. Support the showKEEPING KIDS SAFE ONLINEConnect with us...www.nextTalk.orgFacebookInstagramContact Us...admin@nextTalk.orgP.O. BOX 160111 San Antonio, TX 78280
Grandparents, we need YOU to help keep your grandkids safe online! In this podcast, we’ll tell you what you can do to help. You don’t need to know anything about technology to play a role. You are part of the solution!!Support the showKEEPING KIDS SAFE ONLINEConnect with us...www.nextTalk.orgFacebookInstagramContact Us...admin@nextTalk.orgP.O. BOX 160111 San Antonio, TX 78280
This is a question we get asked at almost every event! If you have an older kid and never implemented any phone guidelines, how do you reel it in now? We’ll tell you what NOT TO DO & offer some suggestions on next steps. It’s never too late!!Support the showKEEPING KIDS SAFE ONLINEConnect with us...www.nextTalk.orgFacebookInstagramContact Us...admin@nextTalk.orgP.O. BOX 160111 San Antonio, TX 78280
Should I just randomly check my kid’s phone? Is it an invasion of privacy? What do I even look for? How do I not become a crazy helicopter parent?Support the showKEEPING KIDS SAFE ONLINEConnect with us...www.nextTalk.orgFacebookInstagramContact Us...admin@nextTalk.orgP.O. BOX 160111 San Antonio, TX 78280
We receive a lot of questions about masturbation! It can be an uncomfortable topic, but one that we think is very important to tackle. We did a show about this in 2017, but wanted to bring a psychologist on the show to walk us through the grey area that surrounds this topic. Is it normal? Is it a sin? How do I talk about this with my kids? In my marriage? We cover it all.Support the showKEEPING KIDS SAFE ONLINEConnect with us...www.nextTalk.orgFacebookInstagramContact Us...admin@nextTalk.orgP.O. BOX 160111 San Antonio, TX 78280
We've had a ton of parents ask us, "What is happening in my teen boys group text?" We'll tell you the TWO MAIN THINGS we think are the biggest issues that need to be addressed ASAP!Support the showKEEPING KIDS SAFE ONLINEConnect with us...www.nextTalk.orgFacebookInstagramContact Us...admin@nextTalk.orgP.O. BOX 160111 San Antonio, TX 78280
Recently Mandy and Kim recorded the first ever LIVE nextTalk podcast! They kicked it off discussing balancing summer screentime, but the live questions covered everything from AI to apologizing to your kid. It was so fun to have listeners on the show! Listen in for great tips not only on balancing summer schedules, but the power of discipling your kids by having difficult conversations.Related Shows:VR and the MetaverseOwning MistakesScreen AddictionSupport the showKEEPING KIDS SAFE ONLINEConnect with us...www.nextTalk.orgFacebookInstagramContact Us...admin@nextTalk.orgP.O. BOX 160111 San Antonio, TX 78280
How can we protect our children from the dangerous world of online challenges? Joann Bogard, a mother who tragically lost her son Mason to the deadly YouTube choking challenge, joins us to share her story and inspire change. Through this emotional conversation, we honor Mason's memory and learn how Joanne has transformed her grief into advocacy for kids' online safety.Connect with Joann:Facebook Page: Mason's MessageRelated Shows:Keeping Kids Safe Online from a School Resource Officer16 Year Old’s Suicide from Sextortion. How do we protect our kids?Talking to Kids about 16yo's Suicide from SextortionSupport the showKEEPING KIDS SAFE ONLINEConnect with us...www.nextTalk.orgFacebookInstagramContact Us...admin@nextTalk.orgP.O. BOX 160111 San Antonio, TX 78280
Our kids may want to listen to songs we don't like. Do we forbid music with explicit language, sexualized content, or racist lyrics? How and where do we draw the line? Mandy and Kim share how they approach this ongoing conversation as well as what worked and what did not!Support the showKEEPING KIDS SAFE ONLINEConnect with us...www.nextTalk.orgFacebookInstagramContact Us...admin@nextTalk.orgP.O. BOX 160111 San Antonio, TX 78280
Kids across the world watch Mr. Beast's YouTube channel. Recently his friend Chris, who is a major personality on the show, came out as transgender and is transitioning. Parents are asking us, "Do we turn off the show?" We encourage you to listen in for some talking points on how we approached this conversation with our younger and older kids.Related Shows:PronounsMy kid says I'm a homophobe. Am I?SexualitySupport the showKEEPING KIDS SAFE ONLINEConnect with us...www.nextTalk.orgFacebookInstagramContact Us...admin@nextTalk.orgP.O. BOX 160111 San Antonio, TX 78280
Officer Gomez (OG) is well known on social media for giving parents a heads-up about what's happening in their kids' online world. Hear first-hand stories about how he sees predators grooming our kids, how one photo can change your child's life forever, and the number one tip he has for parents to help keep your kids safe.Related Shows:16 year old's suicide from sextortion. How do we protect our kids?Talking to Kids about 16 year old's Suicide from Sextortion.Creating a Safe PlaceParent Question: This world is so sexualized. How do I approach these conversations with my son?Support the showKEEPING KIDS SAFE ONLINEConnect with us...www.nextTalk.orgFacebookInstagramContact Us...admin@nextTalk.orgP.O. BOX 160111 San Antonio, TX 78280
Because there is such a shortage of good counselors, we wanted to bring on Jamie Mershon, MA, LPC to equip parents with practical ideas for helping their kids in the meantime. Related Shows:How do I create a safe place?Warning Signs to Dig Deeper with Your KidHearing Your KidSupport the showKEEPING KIDS SAFE ONLINEConnect with us...www.nextTalk.orgFacebookInstagramContact Us...admin@nextTalk.orgP.O. BOX 160111 San Antonio, TX 78280
Understanding the critical skill of having boundaries and being able to communicate them effectively is such an important life lesson to teach our kids. Mandy and Kim share some practical ways to grow this discipline in your kids and how it may be time to look in the mirror and assess how you're doing with your personal boundaries as well.Support the showKEEPING KIDS SAFE ONLINEConnect with us...www.nextTalk.orgFacebookInstagramContact Us...admin@nextTalk.orgP.O. BOX 160111 San Antonio, TX 78280
You have probably heard about fentanyl, but maybe you're not sure exactly what it is, why the death rate is so high, and how to talk to your kids about it. We've invited international speaker, retired police officer of 18 years and drug expert, Jermaine Galloway (also known as Tall Cop), to break it down and educate us about the importance of this life-saving conversation. Related Shows:Warning Signs to Dig Deeper with your KidInfluencedDrug/Alcohol Addiction with Licensed Professional CounselorSupport the showKEEPING KIDS SAFE ONLINEConnect with us...www.nextTalk.orgFacebookInstagramContact Us...admin@nextTalk.orgP.O. BOX 160111 San Antonio, TX 78280
Mandy and Kim both watched this movie with their kids and had some great conversations about it. From feel-good movements to church culture to our faith in Jesus, listen to hear about three main themes they thought were essential takeaways!Relevant Shows:Bandwagon MentalityThe Art of DisagreeingChristians Reacting to Culture: Lil Nas XLife Changed in an InstantSupport the showKEEPING KIDS SAFE ONLINEConnect with us...www.nextTalk.orgFacebookInstagramContact Us...admin@nextTalk.orgP.O. BOX 160111 San Antonio, TX 78280
Our podcast interview of Brian Montgomery detailing the sextortion scheme that ended with his son taking his life, brought a lot of emotions to the surface for most parents. Many parents have told us they don't know how to talk with their kids about this story. Especially those with younger children. This podcast gives practical tips that will help you do just that.Relevant Shows-16 Year Old’s Suicide from Sextortion. How do we protect our kids?-Talking to your Kid about Grooming-Online Manipulation-Pornography-Parent Question: This world is so sexualized. How do I approach these conversations with my son?-MasturbationSupport the showKEEPING KIDS SAFE ONLINEConnect with us...www.nextTalk.orgFacebookInstagramContact Us...admin@nextTalk.orgP.O. BOX 160111 San Antonio, TX 78280
Walker Montgomery was a 16yo athlete who grew up in a great Christian home and lived on a farm with his dad, mom and three siblings. He loved football and hunting. How was he manipulated one night through Instragram that resulted in his suicide hours later? Tune-in to hear a brave dad sharing his story in hopes to save other kids.Related Shows:Online ManipulationSexting Versus Sharing NudesCyberstrangersTalking to your Kid about GroomingSupport the showKEEPING KIDS SAFE ONLINEConnect with us...www.nextTalk.orgFacebookInstagramContact Us...admin@nextTalk.orgP.O. BOX 160111 San Antonio, TX 78280
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