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Chris McKenna - Protect Young Eyes
Prior to Interview: Clip of Chris McKenna testifying before the United States Congress.
In this empowering episode, Chris McKenna, founder of Protect Young Eyes, dives into the vital role parents play in equipping their children for the digital world. From fostering trust and open communication to modeling healthy tech habits, Chris shares practical strategies to help families thrive in an increasingly connected age.
Learn about the five layers of protection every family should implement—starting with the critical relationship layer—and discover why tools like routers and informed grandparents are essential for digital safety. Chris also breaks down the EARN IT Act and the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA), explaining the urgency of federal legislation to protect children online.
Packed with actionable tips, this episode empowers parents and grandparents to stay engaged, take ownership of internet-connected devices, and create a safer digital environment for their kids.
Update to Episode: President Biden signed the REPORT Act into law on May 7, 2024.
To learn more about Protect Young Eyes, please visit their website HERE.
To learn more about the Yellowstone Human Trafficking Task Force, please visit our website HERE.
Host: Penny Ronning
Writer: Penny Ronning
Producers: Penny Ronning, Ty Lowe
Editor: Ty Lowe
Sound Designer/Engineer: Ty Lowe
Music: Ty Lowe, Konstantin Klimov
Graphic Design: Rae Clark
Website: Justin Townsend
Chris McKenna Bio
Chris McKenna, founder of Protect Young Eyes (PYE) is a former consultant and youth ministry director. He has authored resources for families and churches on digital safety and pornography. His 2019 US Senate testimony catalyzed new online child protection laws and earned PYE the Dignity Defense Alert Award.
Chris is an advisor to legislators and global tech companies on policies and feature improvements. The PYE team performs hundreds of presentations globally and was featured in the film Childhood 2.0.
Chris is married to Andrea, enjoys family road trips, nature, running, and candy, and is a father to four.
Instagram: instagram.com/protectyoungeyes
Facebook: facebook.com/protectyoungeyes
Website: protectyoungeyes.com
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By Penny RonningPrior to Interview: Clip of Chris McKenna testifying before the United States Congress.
In this empowering episode, Chris McKenna, founder of Protect Young Eyes, dives into the vital role parents play in equipping their children for the digital world. From fostering trust and open communication to modeling healthy tech habits, Chris shares practical strategies to help families thrive in an increasingly connected age.
Learn about the five layers of protection every family should implement—starting with the critical relationship layer—and discover why tools like routers and informed grandparents are essential for digital safety. Chris also breaks down the EARN IT Act and the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA), explaining the urgency of federal legislation to protect children online.
Packed with actionable tips, this episode empowers parents and grandparents to stay engaged, take ownership of internet-connected devices, and create a safer digital environment for their kids.
Update to Episode: President Biden signed the REPORT Act into law on May 7, 2024.
To learn more about Protect Young Eyes, please visit their website HERE.
To learn more about the Yellowstone Human Trafficking Task Force, please visit our website HERE.
Host: Penny Ronning
Writer: Penny Ronning
Producers: Penny Ronning, Ty Lowe
Editor: Ty Lowe
Sound Designer/Engineer: Ty Lowe
Music: Ty Lowe, Konstantin Klimov
Graphic Design: Rae Clark
Website: Justin Townsend
Chris McKenna Bio
Chris McKenna, founder of Protect Young Eyes (PYE) is a former consultant and youth ministry director. He has authored resources for families and churches on digital safety and pornography. His 2019 US Senate testimony catalyzed new online child protection laws and earned PYE the Dignity Defense Alert Award.
Chris is an advisor to legislators and global tech companies on policies and feature improvements. The PYE team performs hundreds of presentations globally and was featured in the film Childhood 2.0.
Chris is married to Andrea, enjoys family road trips, nature, running, and candy, and is a father to four.
Instagram: instagram.com/protectyoungeyes
Facebook: facebook.com/protectyoungeyes
Website: protectyoungeyes.com