Episodes

Raising kids in the digital age isn’t easy, but Sage Haven is making it a little kinder. Founders (and sisters!) Anne and Kate share how their messaging app helps parents guide healthy online conversations while keeping kids safer. Sage Haven is the first messaging app designed to address online bullying head-on with AI moderation that is designed to block harmful messages before they are sent and nudge kids towards kindness. It also allows parents to approve every contact and monitor their chi...

Cindy Robinson is an author, researcher, and neurodivergent life coach who works with individuals with ADHD. In this episode, she shares her perspective on parenting, technology, and what it means to raise kids in today’s world. Learn more about Cindy on her website and give her a follow on Instagram! https://www.cindyrobinsonllc.com/ https://www.instagram.com/cindyrobinsonllc Don't forget to check out her books: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CXLVLMFL/ https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FH56R1PR/

Killer Mike shares his perspective on parenting in today’s world, offering advice for helping kids navigate both online and offline life. Listen in as he reflects on timeless approaches to raising confident, resilient children.

Today, we chat with Joshua and Brock from Parent ProTech, who equip parents and educators with expert-backed tools to keep kids safe online. They share practical tips on online safety, AI, and how families can actively guide their child’s digital journey. Learn more about Parent ProTech and connect with the team: https://www.parentprotech.com/ https://www.instagram.com/parentprotech https://www.youtube.com/@parentprotech https://www.facebook.com/parentprotech https://www.linkedin.com/company/p...

Today’s guest is Chris McKenna of Protect Young Eyes, a nonprofit dedicated to creating safer digital spaces for kids. Chris, a longtime friend and partner of Bark, shares insights on online risks and strategies families can use to keep kids safer in the digital world. Links discussed in this episode: Learn more about https://www.protectyoungeyes.com/ Check out the https://www.childhood2movie.com/ Sign the https://www.protectyoungeyes.com/manifesto Connect with Chris and the PYE team: https:...

Kristi Wells and Brittany Dunn of the Safe House Project share the urgent realities of child sex trafficking and how families and communities can support children’s safety. Discussed in this episode: Learn more about the Safe House Project Download the Simply Report app on the App Store and Google Play Read the 2024 Impact Report Donate to the Safe House Project Learn more about VOCA Connect with the Safe House Project: Instagram Facebook Don't forget to sign up for the Safe House Project ...

Sarah Gardner, founder of the Heat Initiative, joins us to discuss how her team is holding Big Tech accountable for child safety failures. From calling out Apple and Meta to mobilizing public pressure, she shares the wins, challenges, and how we can all help bring the heat. Mentioned in this episode: Learn more about the Heat Initiative: https://heatinitiative.org/ Donate: https://heatinitiative.org/support-us/ Email Apple and demand more from Meta: https://heatinitiative.org/take-action/ C...

Kris Perry, executive director of Children and Screens: Institute of Digital Media and Child Development, joins us to discuss how technology is shaping childhood, and what parents, educators, and policymakers can do to support healthy development. Learn more about Children and Screens: https://www.childrenandscreens.org/ Resources mentioned in this episode: International Scientific Congress Monthly expert webinars Screen Deep Podcast Parent tip sheets Don't forget to sign up for the monthly ...

ChatGPT is showing up in classrooms, homework, and even kids’ casual conversations — but how safe is it? In this episode, Titania and Sam put AI to the test, asking hard-hitting questions to see exactly what kids might encounter. The results? Eye-opening, surprising, and a must-hear for any parent navigating the digital world.

Toni Collier joins us to talk about parenting through the hard stuff in life. Learn how embracing your family's mess can actually help build stronger, more resilient kids. Connect with Toni: https://www.tonijcollier.com/ https://www.instagram.com/tonijcollier/ https://www.facebook.com/colliertoni https://youtube.com/@tonijcollier Order 'Broken Crayons Still Color': https://www.thomasnelson.com/p/brokencrayons/

We're joined by Dr. Zona to learn how parents can get ahead of addiction by starting honest, informed conversations early. From what’s changed since we were kids to practical ways to talk with yours, this is a conversation every caregiver needs to hear. Follow Dr. Zona: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/addictiontokdok/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@addictiontokdok Resources discussed in this episode: Song for Charlie Drug Graph: https://www.songforcharlie.org/page/current-data Song f...

Learn from a former social media industry exec turned family advocate how to help keep your kids safe in an age of ever-present social media. Connect with Nicki and learn more about Scrolling2Death: https://www.scrolling2death.com/ https://www.instagram.com/scrolling2death/ https://www.youtube.com/@Scrolling2Death http://www.linkedin.com/in/nickireisberg S2D Foundation: https://www.scrolling2death.com/donate Resources mentioned in this episode: Better Than Real Life book https://www.amaz...

Sarah Adams, known as Mom Uncharted online, is bringing attention to parents who overshare about their kids online as well as kidfluencing, as both can cause real harm to kids. Follow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/mom.uncharted https://www.tiktok.com/@mom.uncharted Links mentioned in this episode: momuncharted.com kidsarenotcontent.com Watch Bad Influence: The Dark Side of Kidfluencing National Center for Missing & Exploited Children Learn more about the TAKE IT DOWN Act Internet Crimes A...

In this episode, Titania talks to Sam Chapman, a father whose son was sold fentanyl-laced drugs on Snapchat and tragically died of an overdose. Today, he’s working to get a law passed that would require social media companies like Snap to open their systems to parental control apps like Bark — so parents stay in the know when it comes to online dangers. Links mentioned in this episode: Sign the petition for Sammy's Law: https://www.socialmediasafety.org/sammys-law/ Learn more about Parent Coll...

iPhones and Androids are the two most popular phones in the world, but only one is safer for kids: Androids. Learn what separates the two, and why your child definitely deserves one. Resources discussed in this episode: Chris McKenna, Protect Young Eyes, https://www.protectyoungeyes.com/ Nicki Reisberg, Scrolling2Death, https://www.scrolling2death.com/ Podcast Episode with Brandon Hilkert, https://youtu.be/38QGPPhBULk Order your Bark Phone, https://www.bark.us/bark-phone/

Growing up in the ‘80s and ‘90s, sleepovers were about popcorn, movie marathons, and maybe calling your crush. Today, phones have transformed them into late night bouts of Snapchat drama, inappropriate video watching, and more.

Dive into the mysterious world of Roblox to learn why kids love it so much, what actually goes on when kids play it, and why it’s surprisingly a dangerous place to let kids spend time. Resources from this episode: Top 5 Hidden Dangers of Roblox: https://www.bark.us/blog/hidden-dangers-roblox/ How to Make Roblox Safer for Your Kid: https://www.bark.us/blog/safer-roblox/ Bark's Roblox Parental Controls Tech Guide: https://www.bark.us/tech-guide/gaming-roblox/ Roblox Parental Controls Guide: h...

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...

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/