Parenting in a Tech World

????️ In this episode, we reveal the 5 most dangerous apps for kids. From Snapchat to Roblox, we’ll give you everything you need to know about the dangers. Plus,we take a look at some digital houdinis — clever ways kids bypass parental controls!

Learn more about Sammy's Law: https://www.socialmediasafety.org/sammys-law/

See Bark's 2024 Annual Report: https://www.bark.us/annual-report-2024/

Bark and the CDC: https://info.bark.us/cdc

988 Suicide Hotline: https://www.bark.us/blog/988-info-for-parents/

Mike Arterburn, better known as Killer Bee Tactical, goes viral on social media for his takes on both online and real-life safety. Today, he and Titania sit down to discuss his life and what parents really need to know about digital safety — along with a few surprises.

Follow Mike on social media:

- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@purepower34

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/killer_bee_tactical/

- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCzC1T0mynakZv9We7klVBuw

Learn more about NCMEC: https://www.missingkids.org/home

Remember when your mom asked, “If everyone else jumped off a bridge, would you?” Today, that’s called FOMO — or “fear of missing out” and with the internet and social media, it’s 10 times more intense. This episode, we teach you how to spot it, talk to your kid about it, and more.

In this episode, we’re sitting down with Brandon Hilkert, Bark’s Chief Technology Officer — and a dad of two. As one of Bark’s co-founders, Brandon shares the story behind the company, how his own parenting experiences shape the products, and what it’s really like behind the scenes of building safer tech for families. 

Looking for advice on raising kids in the digital age? Titania’s new book, Parental Control, is out now – and it’s full of research and tips for making sense of modern day parenting.

Buy your copy: https://www.titaniajordan.com/book

Connect with Titania: https://www.titaniajordan.com/

We’ve got actionable advice if your child has seen something inappropriate online to help them process what they’ve seen, protect them going forward, and turn this experience into an opportunity for growth.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• https://fightthenewdrug.org/
• https://www.protectyoungeyes.com/
• https://www.childhood2movie.com/
• https://www.amazon.com/Good-Pictures-Bad-Porn-Proofing-Todays/dp/0997318732/
• https://www.amazon.com/Good-Pictures-Bad-Jr-Protect/dp/0997318724/

Are you about to crash out? Or are you capping like skibidi ohio? In this episode, we’ve got the five most popular slang terms you should know — and be annoying your child with. Plus, learn all of the ways kids are changing the spelling of words to avoid filters on social media.

Check out our slang guide: https://www.bark.us/blog/teen-text-speak-codes-every-parent-should-know/

And our emoji slang guide: https://www.bark.us/blog/emoji-slang-guide/

Every year, Bark releases data gathered from billions of online activities to reveal just how common online dangers are, including the top apps flagged for threats. Here’s what you need to know.

View the full report here: https://www.bark.us/annual-report-2024/

Lots of people guess how kids spend time online, but the PEW Research has the receipts. Their recent survey features eye-opening information about the platforms teens are using, how much time they spend on them, and more. We’ve got a breakdown of what parents need to know.

View the full study here: https://www.pewresearch.org/internet/2024/12/12/teens-social-media-and-technology-2024/

Curious what’s going to be in and what’s going to be out with Gen Alpha in 2025? Titania has a few forecasts that parents definitely need to know about — from TikTok Shop to apps that prioritize mental health.

You can read the full Parents article here: https://www.parents.com/teen-trends-to-know-about-in-2025-8761027