EP 06:  Why do kids shut down—and how can we get them to open up to us more? Middle school educator, life coach and family consultant, Kelley Bell shares why meaningful conversations matter, what kids wish parents knew, and simple ways to build emotional trust at any age. It's not too late to connect with your kids.   

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EP 05. What does an anti-exploitation expert teach her own kids about online safety? In this episode, IJM’s Amanda Vohs shares the real conversations, boundaries, and faith-filled practices she uses at home to help her four kids navigate a digital world with courage and wisdom. Practical tips you can start using today to raise confident, resilient kids who know their worth—and trust their own voice.

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EP 04. Apple AirTags were created to help people find lost keys or bags—but predators have found ways to misuse them for stalking kids and adults. Host, Sarah Panus breaks down how AirTags can be used for good and for evil, real examples of stalking cases, and practical action steps to keep your kids safer. + Free downloadable safety checklist to help. 

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EP 03. Online child trafficking is growing—and often happening live on camera and targeting children as young as TWO years old. In this episode, IJM’s Amanda Vohs joins host Sarah Panus to explain what OSEC is, why it’s spreading, and how Christian parents can respond with hope and action. 

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EP 02. A Christian mom’s teen son sent a photo which led to him being catfished and blackmailed on Snapchat. She never thought it would happen to her family—until it did. In this episode, host Sarah Panus speaks with Danielle, a mom who courageously shares her son’s real-life experience of online sextortion. You'll hear how it happened, the exact steps Danielle took—including calling the FBI and local police—and what every parent should know to help prevent or respond to a similar situation. Part real talk, part hope, part action plan—this episode will empower you with knowledge, empathy, and next steps. Includes practical tips, a Bible verse grounding, and two trivia moments to test your awareness. 

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01. Ephesians 5:11–14 sparked Sarah's mission to help Christian parents bring light to dark places. This episode kicks off KEEP KIDS SAFE—a show to protect kids from online threats and trafficking, one hope-filled step at a time. Subscribe and join us on this journey to bring light into the darkness—one step at a time.

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TRAILER - In a world fraught with dangers, parents often feel helpless, overwhelmed and even clueless when it comes to protecting children from threats like child trafficking and online exploitation.

Host, Sarah Panus, is on a mission to explore what Christian parents can do to safeguard children. Join Sarah on the "KEEP KIDS SAFE" podcast as she delves into these critical issues with experts in the field. Through insightful interviews and discussions, Sarah seeks to answer the pressing question: "What can I do?"

Whether you're a concerned parent or simply curious about how to make a difference, tune in for valuable insights and practical ideas for keeping kids safe in today's complex world. 

Subscribe to be alerted when new episodes go live, and share with others.

Find future shows at: https://www.podpage.com/keep-kids-safe/

ABOUT THE HOST:

Sarah Panus, a mom and seasoned content marketing expert and certified StoryBrand Guide with more than 20 years of experience, is on a mission to explore what Christian parents can do to safeguard children from child trafficking and online exploitation in the U.S. and around the world. 

Her other podcast, Marketing With Empathy®, is in the top 5% of all marketing podcasts. Listen at https://www.podpage.com/marketing-with-empathy/.

Check out her company's website at www.kindredspeak.com.