The Secure Family Podcast
The Impacts of Retail Surveillance on Privacy In this episode of The Secure Family Podcast, Andy discusses the growing trend of retail surveillance and its implications for privacy. Highlighting recent advancements in smart retail technology, Andy examines how facial recognition, license plate readers, and AI systems are being used to track shoppers and collect their personal information. He explains the potential risks, including data breaches and misuse by law enforcement, and stresses the need for legislative action to protect consumer privacy. The episode also...
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Tackling Bullying and Digital Safety with Nate Webb In this episode of The Secure Family Podcast, Andy speaks with school counselor and national speaker Nate Webb about the modern challenges of bullying in 2025 and effective communication with kids. Nate shares insights from his own experiences with bullying and how he uses them to educate others. The discussion covers topics like the sneaky nature of contemporary bullying, the importance of developing a child's sense of identity, and the crucial role of parents in digital safety. Additionally, the episode provides...
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Essential Tips for Safe Driving In this episode of The Secure Family Podcast, Andy tackles the critical issue of safe driving. Designed to empower parents and improve family safety, this episode delves into common driving distractions and how they can lead to accidents. Topics include the importance of seat belts and following distances, the real meaning behind speed limits, vehicle maintenance, and defensive driving techniques. Additionally, Andy highlights the dangers of aggressive driving and road rage and offers practical advice for managing these on the road. ...
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AI and Family Safety In this episode of The Secure Family Podcast, host Andy Murphy chats with AI policy expert Erica Shoemate. They discuss the role of AI in family safety, the good and the bad aspects, and how parents can navigate the digital landscape. Erica shares insights from her extensive background in national security, tech companies like Twitter and Amazon, and her current work in AI policy. They explore practical tips for parents, the future job market, and how AI can be both a challenge and a tool for enhancing family life. For more from Erica...
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In this episode of The Secure Family Podcast, Andy Murphy talks about how to protect your family from credit card fraud. He discusses various methods used by scammers, such as skimming devices, phishing emails, and data breaches, and offers advice on how to respond if fraud occurs. Take control of your data with DeleteMe. Because they sponsor the podcast you can get 20% off a with promo code: DAD. OmniWatch is a scam and identity protection service that monitors your data, alerts you to threats, and backs you with up with insurance. . Connect 📧 📸 📺 🖥️ ...
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This week on The Secure Family Podcast, Andy is joined by a guest who doesn’t need much introduction Patrick McNamara. You might know him from his no-nonsense training videos, his books on personal defense, or his wildly insightful show for kids, Mr. Mustavio’s World of Wonder. But behind the tactical training and the larger-than-life personality is a man who genuinely wants to help families stay safe and raise capable, confident kids. Mac and Andy dive into some real talk about the mindset of preparedness, how we influence the next generation, and what it means to live with...
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Protect Your Family from Extreme Heat In this episode of The Secure Family Podcast, Andy discusses the critical topic of managing extreme heat. Discover practical tips to keep your family safe during heatwaves, such as maintaining your AC, proper hydration, and recognizing signs of heat-related illnesses. Learn how to optimize your home's cooling system and how to tell if someone needs medical aid on a hot day. Sit back and chill out with this episode! Take control of your data with DeleteMe. Because they sponsor the podcast you can get 20% off a with promo code: DAD. ...
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Empowering Family Security with Expert Geo Hyek In this episode of The Secure Family Podcast, Andy discusses the importance of family security with Geo Hyek, a security professional and founder of Trinsec7. The conversation looks into the complexities of modern threats faced by families, from digital dangers like data exploitation to physical risks such as home burglaries. Geo shares valuable insights from his extensive background in law enforcement, emphasizing the importance of tailored security assessments and proactive measures. Parents will learn practical steps to...
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Ask Me Anything... kinda What’s the creepiest question I’ve ever been asked? Yep, we’re going there. In this special Ask Me Anything episode of The Secure Family Podcast, I’m answering your burning questions. Everything from what scares me most to whether I ever worry about someone trying to track me down. Some questions were serious, others made me laugh… and one definitely gave me the chills. Hear my candid takes on privacy, parenting, and what it really means to be a protector in today’s world. You asked. I answered. Buckle up. Take control of your data with DeleteMe....
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Locked In: Safe Tips from The Safe Gal In this episode of The Secure Family Podcast, Andy is joined by Cookie Tanney, the owner of The Safe Gal and Kaynine Safe Company. They discuss the intricacies of the safe industry. Cookie shares her unique journey from metal art to safe expert. Cookie shares valuable tips on selecting, hiding, and securing safes. Their conversation gives you the information you need to keep your family's valuables protected. Plus, get insights on differentiating between safes for jewelry and firearms, and learn the pros and cons of various safe...
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In this episode of The Secure Family Podcast, Andy speaks with school counselor and national speaker Nate Webb about the modern challenges of bullying in 2025 and effective communication with kids. Nate shares insights from his own experiences with bullying and how he uses them to educate others.
The discussion covers topics like the sneaky nature of contemporary bullying, the importance of developing a child's sense of identity, and the crucial role of parents in digital safety. Additionally, the episode provides practical steps for parents to better support their children in both preventing and addressing bullying.
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00:00 Welcome to The Secure Family Podcast
00:48 Introduction to Nate Webb
02:07 Nate Webb's Journey and Mission
04:55 The Impact of Bullying and Social Media
07:26 Understanding Modern Bullying
12:32 Parental Awareness and Involvement
15:00 Helping Kids Develop a Sense of Identity
16:57 Empowering Kids to Handle Bullying
18:23 Creating a Family Tech Plan
20:33 Transparency in Digital Parenting
22:29 Modeling Behavior and Apologizing Publicly
23:37 Making Kids Feel Safe at Home
24:50 Overcoming Parental Fear
26:35 Where to Find More from Nate Web
27:20 Conclusion
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