Should Apple be our Nanny when it comes to parental controls on the devices our children use? Melissa has a rant on why this could have less than desirable outcomes for families. She shares some valuable resources for parenting in the digital age. Podcasts are a great way to learn more about a subject of interest. Dave shares some more apps worth checking out that can make listening to podcasts more productive. Full show notes are at InTouchwithiOS.com

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New Siri Podcast News Feature Begins Rolling Out in iOS 11.2.2 – MacRumors

Apple Seeds Sixth Beta of iOS 11.2.5 to Developers and Public Beta Testers – MacRumors

This seemingly innocent link causes big problems on Mac and iOS – Cult of Mac

Open Letter from Jana Partners and CALSTRS to Apple Inc. – Jana Partners

Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World – by Devorah Heitner, PhD

Raising Digital Natives

Phonewise Boot Camp for Parents

Use Guided Access with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch – Apple Help Topic

Black Mirror - Arkangel

Apps & Gear: Currently, our favorite aggregator apps for managing podcasts are Downcast and Castro 2, but we will continue to point out other apps so our listeners can make an informed choice.

CastBox

iCatcher

iHeartRadio

Overcast

Pocket Casts

Podbean Podcast App & Player

Radio.com

The Podcast App

TuneIn Radio: NFL & Podcasts

Belkin Boost Up Wireless Charging Pad

Cell Phone Finger Ring Stand & Vent Mount

iAllowance

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