For better or worse, social media has completely revolutionized our world. So how do we as parents in the digital age navigate the world of smartphones and social media with our kids? On the Be Socially Smart Podcast, we'll keep you informed and up to date on all things technology and social media. Whether you are a parent of a teen, tween or elementary age kid, this podcast is for you. Be sure to subscribe on iTunes so you don’t miss a single episode.
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What To Do With Your Kids During the Covid-19 Pandemic. Part 3
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In this episode we talk about ideas to do with your High School Students.
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What To Do With Your Kids During the Covid-19 Pandemic. Part 2
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In this episode we talk about ideas to do with your Middle School Students.
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What To Do With Your Kids During the Covid-19 Pandemic.
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In this 3 part series we will be talking about specific ideas to do with your Middle school and High School students.
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The Importance of Google Family Link.
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Most asked questions from parents.
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How much screen time is appropriate?
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Continuing a Conversation with Teenagers
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Caleb and Jason continue their lively conversation with high school students about Social Media and the digital world.
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Today, Caleb and Jason talk with 2 high school students (a boy and a girl) and have a lively conversation about Apps, Social Media and the digital world.
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You know the old saying "Do as I say, not as I do". Unfortunatey, many parents use this when talking about digital behaviors with their kids. Today we talk about ways parents can model better digital behavior.
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What to Know About User Agreements
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With apps like "FaceApp" becoming popular, it has brought up discussions about what users are agreeing to when they click "I Agree". In this episode Jason and Caleb dive into all things User Agreements.
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Teens and Porn Part 3: How to Help
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In the conclusion of our 3 part series about teens and porn, Caleb gives some practical tips for parents to help them walk through this sensitive topic.
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Teens and Porn: The WHY behind the WHAT (Part 2 of 3)
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In Part 2 of our 3 part series on teens and porn we dive into the why behind the draw to porn for teens.
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Teens and Porn: Stats and Where they Find it (Part 1 of 3)
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Teens and Porn: What Parents Need to Know, Part 1 With unlimited access to the internet and social media, porn is easier found than ever. We are starting a 4 part series on the topic of kids and porn and today we dive into some concerning stats and also discuss where kids are seeing porn today.
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Today on the podcast, we're joined by author and co-founder of CyberWise, Diana Graber. Diana developed and teaches the popular digital literacy program for middle schoolers, Cyber Civics. As a parent of two and a digital literacy expert, Diana also has a passion for teaching parents how to raise their kids in the current digital landscape. In her …
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Twitch is a popular platform for gamers and kids/teens who like to watch other people play video games. Did you know it's much more than just a video streaming platform, here's what you need to know to keep your kids safe.
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What To Do If Your Kid Is Being Cyberbullied (Part 3 of 3)
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Today's episode is the last in our 3 part series on cyberbullying. In our final cyberbullying conversation, Caleb will share some straight forward, practical solutions that you can implement your own home. If you know or suspect that your kid is being cyberbullied, be sure to tune in today.
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Today we continue our Cyberbullying series and discuss signs to watch for if you think your child is being bullied.
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What is cyberbullying? How can I prevent it from happening to my kids? This is one of the most popular questions we get from parents, and today we're beginning a 3 part series on this topic for our Be Socially Smart community. Cyberbullying is the use of technology to harass, threaten or target another person, and recent statistics show 59% of U.S.…
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The Best Routine to Monitor Your Kid's Phone
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The time has come, and your kids officially have their own phones. But how can we as parents successfully monitor our kid's phone usage and keep track of what they're up to online? How do we teach our kids to be socially smart and make sure they stay that way? This topic can often cause a lot of tension among families, so we wanted to share what ha…
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As parents in the digital world, things are always changing and it can be hard to keep up! The app store continues to develop and grow, and it's our goal to keep you up to date on the latest releases that your kids and their friends may be using. On today's episode, we're talking about 5 new apps parents need to know about in 2019. The list include…
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How To Become A Socially Smart Parent
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As a parent, you may be wondering, "What does it actually mean to be socially smart?" In today's episode, we're going to answer that question! We believe being a socially smart parent means having the knowledge and tools that you need to help keep your kids safe online. Even if you don't have a ton of technical knowledge, becoming a socially smart …
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How To Positively Build Your Digital Profile
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Whether we like it or not, each of us (our kids included) have our very own digital footprint. This footprint or profile is a collection of what we've done and how we've portrayed ourselves in the online world. And they matter more than ever in today's digital age. Our kids' digital profiles affect how they are perceived by everyone from college ad…
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5 Trending Apps Parents Need to Know About
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Every day, there are hundreds of new apps being added to the App and Google Play stores. That’s why here at Be Socially Smart, we strive to keep you up to date on the latest trending apps that parents need to know about. In today’s episode, Jason and Caleb discuss 5 trending apps popular with teenagers right now, including Yubo, Instagram Stats, an…
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7 Tips for Intentional Digital Parenting
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As parents, we carry a lot of weight and responsibility on our shoulders regarding how our kids will turn out. And the fact that we live our current digital age can make this feel even more difficult. So as a digital parent, where should we start? How can we be confident in the intentional parenting of our digital kids? What does it look like to pr…
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Top Monitoring Programs for Parents
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This is one of those hot topics that so many parents have asked about. How can parents monitor and keep up with what our kids are doing online? Whether it’s your family computer, a child’s iPad or your teen’s cell phone, there are definitely some great social media monitoring tools currently available on the market. If you want to keep track of you…
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Teens and Social Media: One Mom’s Take
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Be sure to tune in for this one! Today we sat down to interview the mom of 2 teenagers, Jason's wife Danya. As a mother and the owner of a digital marketing agency, Danya offers a unique perspective on all things teens and social media. She'll share a bit about what she's learning working behind the scenes in the social media industry, and then pro…
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For today's episode, we're doing something a little different! Let's take some time to go beyond the screen, and discuss how we can develop a relationship of trust with our kids with something called a "Circle of Safety". As parents we obviously want our kids to know that they can talk to us about anything. But the reality is it's harder than we th…
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Forget Rules. You Need A Social Media Agreement
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How do we set boundaries for our kids relating to their phones and social media? Have you recently found yourself asking this question? While many parents have tried implementing rules for how technology can be used, we've found that setting rules can actually lead to some unforeseen downsides. In today's episode, we'll discuss why it's actually mo…
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A Conversation about Your Kids and YouTube
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Youtube is one of the most popular apps, with over 2 billion active users! When it comes to our kids, 85% of teens ages 13-17 say that they use YouTube, which makes the app #1 for teen social media usage. For better or for worse, you can truly find everything on this video platform. Today we'll sit down to discuss all things YouTube, from suggested…
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2 Popular Gaming Apps Your Kids Are Using
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Do you have a video gamer in your life? If so, you probably know that kids these days don't just play video games, they're also watching other people play online. Video games have been around for a long time, but gaming apps have given them a whole new life, creating some additional concerns for parents. In this episode, we'll discuss two popular g…
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My Kid Wants a Cell Phone! What Age is Okay?
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When talking with parents, there is one question that we're asked far more than any other... "At what age should we give our kid a cell phone?" When we let our kids have a smartphone, we are giving them so much more than just a phone, so this is definitely an important question to ask. And unfortunately, there is no one-size-fits-all answer for eve…
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4 (More) Apps That Your Kids Shouldn't Be Using
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Each and every day, there are brand new apps being added to the App Store. That's why it's so important for us as parents to stay on top of new apps as they become available. From Pinterest to Tick Tock, in today's episode, we'll break down four more apps that parents will want to stay in the loop on.…
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Is There a Positive Side of Social Media? We Say Yes!
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Is there a positive side of social media usage for our kids? We decided it was finally time to sit down and actually answer this question. Sure, we as parents always need to remain cautious about what our kids are doing online, but it's definitely not all bad! There are a lot of potentially great outcomes for our kids as they engage and participate…
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5 Things You Need To Know About Kids and Their Passwords
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Account passwords are the gateway to everything your kids are doing and seeing online, which makes them a very hot topic. From establishing a social media agreement with your family to doing regular account check-ins, you’ll want to tune in for this episode as we share 5 ways to make sure you always have access to your kids’ social media accounts.…
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4 Apps That Your Kids Shouldn’t Be Using
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There are hundreds of thousands of apps available in the Apple and Google Play stores, with more being added every day. However many of these apps aren’t appropriate or beneficial for our kids. In this episode, Jason and Caleb break down four apps available now that all parents should be wary of. Have thoughts on this show or additional social medi…
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Why Do My Kids Crave Social Media? (Part 2)
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In the second half of this two-part series, we’ll look at the third and most important reason that our kids crave social media. Today we’ll address the often empty promises and appeal of social media for our kids, and discuss practical ways that we can handle this obsession as socially smart parents. Looking for tools and resources to help you talk…
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Why Do My Kids Crave Social Media? (Part 1)
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Why are our kids so addicted to cell phones and social media? If you’ve ever struggled to pull your child away from their phone or tablet, this episode is for you. Our kids crave entertainment and social interaction, and for better or worse, they often use their devices to fulfill these desires. In the first half of this two-part series, we’ll disc…
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What You Need To Know About the New iPhone iOS12 Update
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Does your family currently use Apple devices? In this episode, Jason will discuss some new parental controls from the iOS12 update that you won’t want to miss. Whether you’d like to schedule downtime for your kids on their devices or manage what types of content they can download, tune in as we walk step by step through these great new tools. Want …
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5 Things You Need To Know About Instagram
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Instagram is arguably the most popular social media app, and many families consider it to be a safe social option for their kids. However, at its core, Instagram is still an unfiltered search, with dangers often lurking within the hashtags. Join us for this episode as we discuss how to use Instagram wisely with your kids, including some helpful tip…
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The Power of Your Presence (Don't miss this one!)
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Today we’re letting you in on the #1 biggest secret to having success with your kids in their digital life. Being a present parent can change everything for your family, and in this episode, we’ll share some key tips on how to do it well. You won’t want to miss this one. For additional free parenting resources after the show, head to http://besocia…
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5 Things Every Parent Needs To Know About Snapchat
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Snapchat provides a unique social media experience compared to other social platforms like Facebook and Instagram. But this also means there are some unique features that parents will want to watch out for. On today’s episode, Jason breaks down 5 things you should know about the highly popular app, Snapchat, including how to reduce inappropriate ad…
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Introducing the Be Socially Smart Podcast
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Welcome to the Be Socially Smart podcast, a new show for parents that will keep you up to date on all things technology and social media, and how it relates to your kids. On this episode, you’ll meet our hosts, Jason Clairmont and Caleb Farley, two dads who are passionate about helping families navigate this complex issue together. Want to take a l…
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