Six Things to Change to Protect Your Family in 2026
Release Date: 01/07/2026
Spies and Cybercrime with Eric OâNeill
The Secure Family Podcast
On this episode of The Secure Family Podcast, host Andy Murphy sits down with former FBI undercover operative and cybersecurity expert Eric OâNeill for a fascinating conversation about how modern scams really work. Eric explains why todayâs cybercriminals donât think like hackersâthey think like spies, using deception, pressure, impersonation, and psychology to target everyday people. Andy and Eric break down the fake DMV and toll road text scams that hit millions of phones, how criminals gather personal data to make attacks feel believable, and why AI deepfakes are making...
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Why Most People Never See It Coming
The Secure Family Podcast
Why do so many people say, âHe came out of nowhereâ after a crime happens? The truth is, most threats donât appear out of thin air, they were there the whole time. We just didnât see them. In this episode, Andy breaks down practical situational awareness skills that can help you stay safer in public, make better decisions faster, and avoid becoming an easy target. Youâll learn why watching only the front door can limit your awareness, how time of day changes the safety of any environment, why multitasking and smartphones can make you vulnerable, and how social media can...
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The Future of Online Identity with Joe Scalone
The Secure Family Podcast
Andy sits down with Joe Scalone of Yubico to break down why passwords are no longer enough to keep your family safe online and whatâs replacing them. Joe explains how passkeys and physical security keys are changing the future of cybersecurity, why hackers are moving faster than ever (thanks to AI), and what that means for everyday families. The conversation also dives into parenting in a digital world from managing kidsâ online identities to building trust, communication, and smart guardrails at home. They also tackle the controversial rise of age verification, digital IDs,...
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Home Security? In this economy???
The Secure Family Podcast
Home Security on a Budget: Practical, Low-Cost Upgrades for Families In this episode, Andy shares inexpensive, practical ways to improve home security amid rising costs. He points out that safety is a personal responsibility and that effective security is often low-tech. The tips he shares can be for families who rent or own their homes as many ideas donât require permanent installation. Take control of your data with DeleteMe. Because they sponsor the podcast you can get 20% off a with promo code: DAD. . Listeners get 20% off when using discount code SECUREDAD at...
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Betrayed on the Eve of War: The Camp Pennsylvania Attack with Bart Womack
The Secure Family Podcast
CSM Bart Womack on Surviving Betrayal and Practicing Proactive Situational Awareness Host Andy speaks with retired U.S. Army Command Sergeant Major Bart Womack about his book, âEmbedded Enemy,â recounting the March 2003 Camp Pennsylvania insider attack in Kuwait. Womack describes the chaos of responding in darkness with limited ammo and visibility, coordinating security, casualty collection, evacuation and ultimately identifying and apprehending Sgt. Hasan Akbar. He shares how the incident reshaped his concept of trust and outlines proactive situational...
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Strangers Can See Your House, Your Address, and Your Life
The Secure Family Podcast
How Your Data Is Collected, Sold, and Usedâand What You Can Do About It In this episode of The Secure Family Podcast, Andy explains how a vast personal data economy collects, combines, and sells information about people - fueling targeted marketing and enabling scams, stalking, and harassment. He cites examples and reporting on government agencies purchasing access to location data and the expansion of vehicle-tracking databases, and recounts cases where people-search sites were used to target victims. He also warns that old real-estate listing photos can expose home...
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Stop Hoarding Gear: Why Your Plan is Probably Garbage with Sam Amyett of MAD Gear
The Secure Family Podcast
The Waffle House Index and Other Ways to Know You're In Trouble In this episode, Andy talks with preparedness expert Sam Amyett of MAD Gear, who emphasizes true preparedness as making realistic plans rather than simply collecting gear. They discuss balancing preparedness with anxiety through calm family leadership, normalizing drills, and using confident language. This way when things go wrong, everyone feels confident they can do their part. And then they talk about Waffle House. Find out more about Sam and MAD Gear: Upgrade Your Radio with an...
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Walkie-Texties: Meshtastic in Plain English with Sam Amyett of MAD Gear
The Secure Family Podcast
No Bars, No Fees, No Problem: Understanding Meshtastic Andy from The Secure Family Podcast sits down with Sam Amyett from MAD Gear for an unfiltered bonus conversation about one of the nerdiest, coolest, and occasionally most frustrating communication tools around: Meshtastic. This isnât a polished tutorial. Itâs two guys who love radios, preparedness, and experimenting with gear talking honestly about what makes Meshtastic awesome and what makes you want to throw your node across the yard. If youâve ever wondered why grown adults get excited about little antennas...
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Roblox, Kids, and the Importance of Digital Boundaries
The Secure Family Podcast
Roblox and Online Safety: What Every Parent Needs to Know Andy Murphy of The Secure Family Podcast discusses Roblox as a popular, user-generated gaming universe that offers creativity and learning but carries serious online safety risks, including harmful content, cyberbullying, and documented patterns of grooming and exploitation. He also raises concerns about age verification methods (facial estimation/ID checks), including coercion and bypass loopholes, and emphasizes ongoing parent-child conversations and digital boundary discussions. This is episode 365 of...
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Who Really Owns Your Home Security Camera Footage?
The Secure Family Podcast
Privacy, AI, and Surveillance with Matt Sailor In this episode of The Secure Family Podcast, host Andy Murphy chats with Matt Sailor, founder and CEO of IC Realtime, about privacy realities in modern home surveillance. They discuss a key misconception: with many DIY WiâFi cameras, footage and usage data are processed offsite, meaning consumers may not truly control their data. The conversation covers deceptive opt-in/opt-out practices for data sharing, freemium models that charge users who opt out, and the difference between ânot sellingâ data versus sharing or...
info_outlineEmpowering Your Family's Safety in 2026
Happy new year! In this episode of The Secure Family Podcast, Andy focuses on empowering parents to protect their families by discussing essential safety topics for 2026. Key discussions include the importance of digital privacy, the necessity of conducting threat assessments, and practical measures for maintaining home security.
Andy also emphasizes the role of technology, including the dangers of AI misuse and the value of setting tech boundaries. Additional topics address the benefits of having a family lawyer and reliable communication plans during emergencies. To cap it off, Andy encourages listeners to take proactive steps in securing their family's digital and physical well-being.
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00:00 Introduction to The Secure Family Podcast
01:03 New Year Resolutions for Digital Life
02:17 Creating a Family Threat Assessment
04:49 Setting Tech Boundaries for 2026
07:49 Communication Plans During Outages
10:25 Strengthening Home Security
12:29 Protecting Personal Privacy
14:09 The Importance of Having a Lawyer
15:07 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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