Protect Kids Online
The Protect Kids Online (PKO) Podcast is brought to you by the Wisconsin Department of Justice, Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force. This podcast is designed for parents, grandparents, guardians, or caregivers of children. Get information about the trends and updates on the latest apps, websites, and online activity of children 17 yrs and younger. Topics include: activities of the Wisconsin ICAC Task Force; App of the Week; tips & methods for combating online child exploitation and sextortion; Internet safety laws; cyberbullying; healthy online habits; protecting your child from strangers online; safe sharing tips; and responses to listener questions! Stay informed, and keep your children safe.
Episodes
Episode 1 of the new and improved PKO Podcast with Carl! Yes, Carl is back bringing you all the technology and safety updates! In this episode Carl and WI ICAC Commander Jesse Crowe dive into the aspects of Sextortion and the tips and trick to help avoid and or heal from this unsolicited behavior.
Wisconsin ICAC Commander Jesse Crowe joins the program to discuss the growing threat of online sextortion and how it impacts our children
An overview of the Wisconsin and National ICAC Task Forces with Wisconsin ICAC Commander Jesse Crowe
#ICAC #DOJ #KeepingChildrenSafe
Join Ryan and Kagan as they delve into the realm of targeted advertisements. The two discuss how these types of ads can affect the wellness of children through their use of apps and online services. Check out Common Sense Media for guides on how to prepare your family for staying away from these!
Join Ryan and Kagan as they discuss Safer Internet Day which took place on February 6th. This international campaign raises awareness about various internet safety issues and encourages everyone to come together and play their part in improving the internet. The global theme this year for Safer Internet Day 2024 was Together for a Better Internet, and the ICAC focus this year was Parenting Tips for Online Safety! #StartTheConversat...
Join Ryan and Kagan as they discuss the booming video game Palworld and discuss considerations for online gaming. Explore the influence of YouTubers and Twitch streamers on kids, learn about internet safety in games like Palworld, and discover how to set effective safety plans and controls.
Join Ryan and Kagan as they delve into the world of Discord and internet safety. Discover essential tips for protecting privacy, navigating safely, and fostering positive communities online. The two speak on the importance of staying vigilant in digital spaces and some options to consider to use Discord safely!
Join Kagan in the PKO Podcast as we explore practical tips for managing privacy, ensuring age-appropriate content, and involving kids in their own digital safety journey. With the holiday season quickly approaching there are many ways to prepare a safe digital journey! The PKO team mentions esrb.org and commonsense.org as great tools to prepare before gifting new electronic devices and games into your families' lives.
Join Ryan and Kagan as they meet with two new members to the ICAC Task Force from ICAC Investigation School. The two podcasts hosts speak to the importance and value in education and investigative expertise with some opportunity to glean insight from those who protect in our local communities. Here's a glimpse into the perspectives of those who are dedicated to the safeguarding of Wisconsin's children!
Join Ryan and Kagan as they discuss some challenges and tips as we return to the school year! As the boundary between home and school blurs with the increasing access to devices, the two attempt to shed light on ensuring digital safety. Discover valuable insights on safeguarding settings, fostering open dialogue, and navigating potential pitfalls as we march ahead into the academic year. Don't miss out!
The PKO podcast hosts are joined by guest Corey Passer, one of our Office of School Safety managers, with the Speak Up Speak Out (SUSO) program! Corey, Ryan, and Kagan discuss the SUSO program and what it entails. Join us as we dive into this useful tip-line which you can find here!
Join Kagan and Ryan as they discuss the hot topic that is Artificial Intelligence (AI). By exploring the world of AI, with a lens on child safety, the episode considers pros, cons, and the crucial role of education in ensuring online safety as this new technology rises in today's society.
Join Ryan and Kagan as they delve into the world of streaming platforms, highlighting the pros, cons, and potential risks for children. They discuss popular platforms like Twitch, YouTube Live, and more, emphasizing parental controls, age-appropriate content, and ways to engage in meaningful conversations with children about their online activity. Tune in to learn about modern tech-savviness, cyber education, and positive screen t...
Join Ryan and Kagan as they cover the app Wizz. The two discuss this growing app that has caught the attention of high schoolers. Similar to Yubo, and other meet up apps, Wizz allows users to post short videos and photos of themselves to start conversations. As Ryan and Kagan discuss how Wizz shares similarities to dating apps, see if this is right for your children!
Join Ryan & Kagan as they return to discuss YouTube and YouTube Kids! There are many options to help with account setup. YouTube has provided their own guidelines for parents and Common Sense Media hosts internet safety handouts on safety considerations as well. These materials cover account setup and safety preferences, however feel free to reach out if you have additional questions!
Join Kagan as he meets with Special Agent Ryan as they review a study published by Thorn! The two review the data published from the study, which can be found here, and when it is appropriate to begin internet safety discussions!
Join Kagan as he discusses the newly published Take It Down tool created and facilitated by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC)! This service is another step an individual can take to help get sexually explicit photos or videos removed from online platforms. Please find this new and useful resource below:
https://takeitdown.ncmec.org/
Safer Interest Day is coming up on February 7th, 2023! Join Ryan and Kagan as they discuss this year's focus and some continued updates on Sextortion seen across the United States. We highly recommend following #SaferInternetDay for advice and tips on a safer internet! Please see the following resources mentioned in this episode:
Safer Internet Day: https://saferinternetday.us/get-involved/
Thorn: https://www.stop...
Join Kagan as he discusses new device setup and privacy setting considerations as new devices may have joined the household during the holiday season! Device settings are crucial to review both with the device itself and with the various game and social media apps we download. To ensure to information is unintentionally shared, privacy setting adjustments should be made as a family. Please visit internetmatters.org/parental-contro...
Join Ryan and Kagan as they discuss the 40th annual National Missing Children's Day and its poster contest! The National Missing Children’s Day Poster Contest is a nationwide contest designed to promote awareness among teachers, parents/guardians and children and engage them in discussions about safety. Please consider speaking with your local school district to learn more about spreading this awareness. Further information fo...
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