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From deepfake blackmail to AI girlfriends manipulating teen boys—this episode breaks down the terrifying world of AI and how it’s targeting our children.

Here’s what we’ll cover:

• How deepfakes are used to scam, humiliate, and extort kids
• The rise of AI “girlfriend” apps and emotional manipulation
• Child predators creating explicit fake videos using AI
• Voice cloning scams targeting parents and grandparents
• How your child’s data is being harvested and sold
• Tools to block AI content, deepfake sites, and voice cloning apps

🎯 What You Can Do:

• Set up Screen Time filters to block AI apps and websites
• Use DNS tools like CleanBrowsing or OpenDNS at the Wi-Fi level
• Talk with your child’s school about blocking AI tools on their network
• Book a free 15-minute call with me for personal help:
👉 https://parenttech.support/work-with-jack/

💡 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode! We need to fight back against the AI threats targeting our kids.

00:00 The Terrifying Reality of AI and Deepfakes
00:28 Introduction to the Parent Tech Support Show
01:29 Understanding Deepfakes: Types and Examples
04:31 The Emotional Manipulation of AI Girlfriends
07:07 The Dark Side: AI and Child Exploitation
08:34 Sextortion: A Growing Threat
13:10 Protecting Your Child from AI Dangers
14:24 Router and School Level Countermeasures
16:14 Final Thoughts and Resources

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In this episode, I break down one of the most overlooked threats to your child’s health—blue light. From sleep disruption to mental health problems, blue light from screens can wreak havoc on your child’s body and mind. Here’s what I cover:

🧠 The science behind how blue light affects sleep, hormones, and brain development
😴 Why screen use before bed is so damaging for kids
🕶️ The simple fix: Blue light glasses and device settings
💡 How to use Screen Time and router filters to create a healthier nighttime routine

🎯 What You Can Do:
• Set device curfews or use warm-light filters
• Use blue light glasses in the evening
• Book a free 15-minute call with me at https://parenttech.support and I’ll help you set it all up

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00:00 Introduction to Blue Light Concerns
01:25 Understanding Blue Light
02:42 Effects of Blue Light on Sleep and Health
05:43 Practical Tips to Mitigate Blue Light Exposure
07:38 Advanced Tools and Techniques
10:47 Bonus Tips and Conclusion

🚨 Your Home WiFi Is the Weakest Link 🚨

Windows command: ipconfig

Mac command: netstat -nr | grep default

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In this episode, I reveal why the router is the ultimate parental-control hub and how to turn it into a fortress that filters every phone, tablet, game console—even sneaky burner devices. Here’s what you’ll learn:

• Quick test: does your current router even have parental controls?
• Step-by-step: find your router’s IP address and log in (Mac & Windows commands included).
• Built-in filters vs. advanced options like CleanBrowsing and Open DNS.
• Whitelist vs. blacklist—why most parents pick the wrong one.
• Blocking burner phones, school iPads, and guest devices in one shot.

🎯 Take Action
• Follow the guide to lock down WiFi today.
• Need help? Grab that free call above and I’ll walk you through it.

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00:00 Introduction: The Hidden Dangers of Unsecured Wifi

01:24 Why Your Wifi Router is a Powerful Parental Control Tool

04:48 Accessing Your Router Settings

10:06 Setting Up DNS Filtering for Enhanced Security

13:59 Conclusion: Additional Tips and Support

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In this episode, I talk with Jordan Rigter, the founder of Unpluq—a simple but genius tool that helps you cut screen time with a physical barrier. We talk about how he came up with the idea, the theory behind it, and how it’s now being used by families to help kids develop healthier digital habits. Here’s what we cover:

• How a physical tag can drastically reduce screen time
• Why willpower isn’t enough—and what does work
• The power of friction: making digital habits intentional
• How Unpluq Family gives parents control without constant fighting
• Stories of parents using this as “training wheels” for tech

🎯 What You’ll Learn:
• How to use tech to fight tech addiction
• Real-life hacks to get your kids off screens
• Why a tag on your keychain might be the smartest parenting tool yet

💡 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode!
Together, we can raise tech-wise kids.

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In this episode, I rip the mask off the fastest-growing online threat to teens: sextortion. Hear spine-chilling real stories, see how predators stalk kids on Snapchat, Roblox & Instagram, and learn the exact moves that shut their scams down—fast.

What we cover
• The FBI definition & why cases are exploding
• 3 predator playbooks: catfishing, grooming, webcam hacks
• Gaming-app “quick-add” traps parents overlook
• Suicide cases of Ryan & Jordan—hard but vital lessons
• 6 rock-solid steps to block, report & recover

👍 Like, subscribe & share—your click could save a life.

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In this episode of the Parent Tech Support Show, I’m joined by Nicki Reisberg, host of Scrolling 2 Death, to talk about the real threats kids face online—from social media addiction to sextortion scams and unsafe school-issued devices.

🎙 Topics we cover:

• What’s really happening on school iPads (YouTube allowed in 3rd grade?!)

• The truth behind social media algorithms, suicide content, and predator tactics

• Sextortion and the tragic stories no one is talking about

• AI chatbots like Character.AI—why they’re more dangerous than you think

• Parental control loopholes and Apple’s failure to protect kids • Why “edtech” is just “big tech in a sweater vest”

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• Visit Nicki's website: scrolling2death.com

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The 5 Best Parental Control Tools for 2025 (And How to Use Them Right!)

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Are you overwhelmed by the thousands of parental control options out there? You’re not alone.

In this episode, I break down the Top 5 Parental Control Tools of 2025—from built-in iPhone and Android settings to router filters and third-party apps like Bark and Qustodio. Whether you're tech-savvy or just getting started, I’ll walk you through exactly what each tool does, how to use it, and where most parents go wrong.

🛡️ Here’s what we’ll cover:

• Why 2025 is the most dangerous year yet for online safety (AI chatbots, predators & more)
• Apple Screen Time vs. Google Family Link – what you really need to know
• My favorite 3rd-party parental control apps (and how to avoid wasting money)
• The router trick that blocks porn across all devices
• Why your kid’s Xbox or Roku might still be a loophole

🎯 Want help setting up controls?
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00:00 Introduction: Navigating Parental Control Apps in 2025
01:12 The Importance of Parental Controls in 2025
02:54 Top 5 Parental Control Picks for 2025
03:41 Apple Screen Time: Built-in iOS Parental Controls
09:03 Google Family Link: Android and Chromebook Parental Controls
11:36 Third-Party Parental Control Apps: Advanced Monitoring
15:21 Router-Based Controls: Network-Level Protection
18:26 Gaming Consoles and Smart TVs: Extending Parental Controls
21:01 Conclusion: Combining Tools for Comprehensive Protection

🎬 The Dark Side of YouTube Kids: What Every Parent Needs to Know

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Think YouTube Kids is safe just because it has “kids” in the name? Think again.

In this episode of The Parent Tech Support Show, I reveal what’s really going on inside YouTube Kids—and it’s not as innocent as it seems. From overstimulating junk content to creepy videos that sneak past filters, I break down the risks parents often overlook and show you how to take back control.

Here’s what we’ll cover:

The 3 content levels inside YouTube Kids: Preschool, Younger, and Older

Real dangers: overstimulation, creepy algorithm picks, and sneaky marketing

Why even the “safe” content can still rot your child’s brain

The only setting I recommend for most families: “Approved Content Only”

How to set device-level time limits for extra safety

🎯 Want to block harmful content and set better boundaries?

• Book a free 5-minute strategy call with me at https://calendly.com/jackh-parenttech/meet-with-jack-clone
• Get my free guide on parental controls, time limits, and blocking porn
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💡 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode with a parent who
needs it!

00:00 Introduction: The Hidden Dangers of YouTube Kids
01:12 Understanding YouTube Kids: An Overview
03:06 How YouTube Kids Filters Content
04:44 Exploring the Different Content Layers
11:44 The Risks and Dangers of YouTube Kids
15:27 Solutions and Recommendations for Parents
18:07 Conclusion and Final Thoughts