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Digital Guardian Podcast from Netsafe

Netsafe New Zealand
Netsafe
Connection In Parenting
Technoference
Online Safety
Digital Guardian Podcast
Project Rockit
Bullying
Digital Wellbeing
New Zealand
NZ Esports Federation
Esports
Social Media
Gaming

This parent-focused podcast series explores what it means to support young people growing up in a digital world. Through expert insights, real-life experiences, and practical guidance, each episode unpacks the challenges and opportunities families face online - from social media and screen time to online harm, wellbeing, and emerging technologies like AI. Designed to complement youth voices, the s... more

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Latest Episodes

What should you do when something goes wrong online for your child, and how can you respond in a way that actually helps? In this episode of the Digital Guardian podcast, Netsafe explores how parents and caregivers can support young people through di... more

Are screens really damaging family connection, or is there more to the story? In this episode, Netsafe unpacks screen time, distraction, and digital wellbeing, exploring what real connection looks like for families in a tech-filled world. Instead of ... more

Why is online gaming so powerful for young people, and when should parents be concerned? In this episode, Netsafe explores the world of online gaming, esports, and digital play, helping parents understand why games are so engaging and what young peop... more

How do you talk to your child about pornography, identity, and AI, without fear shutting the conversation down? In this episode, Netsafe tackles some of the most challenging topics parents face in the digital world, including online sexual content, i... more

This parent-focused podcast series explores what it means to support young people growing up in a digital world. Through expert insights, real-life experiences, and practical guidance, each episode unpacks the challenges and opportunities families fa... more

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Recent Guests

Linda Bowden
Senior occupational therapist and mental health clinician
Te Aho (national suicide prevention and post-vention organization)
Episode: Ep 1 - When Things Go Wrong Online: Responding with Calm and Compassion
Lucy Thomas
Co-founder and CEO
Project Rockit
Episode: Ep 1 - When Things Go Wrong Online: Responding with Calm and Compassion
Karla Sanders
Netsafe team member
Netsafe
Episode: Ep 1 - When Things Go Wrong Online: Responding with Calm and Compassion
Cara Swit
Associate Professor at the University of Canterbury, leads the Relationship Lab
University of Canterbury
Episode: Ep 2 - In a Distracted World: Staying Connected within the Whānau
Anna Mowat
Founder and Director of the Real Collective and Real Parents; writer and advisor
Real Collective / Real Parents
Episode: Ep 2 - In a Distracted World: Staying Connected within the Whānau
Jonathan Jansen
CEO of NZ eSports Federation
NZ eSports Federation
Episode: Ep 3 - More Than Just a Game: Understanding Online Gaming
Nikki Denholm
Director of The Light Project
The Light Project
Episode: Ep 4 - Beyond Fear: Having the Conversations That Matter
Claire Meehan
Senior lecturer in criminology, University of Auckland
University of Auckland
Episode: Ep 4 - Beyond Fear: Having the Conversations That Matter
Shannon Novak
Founder/Director, Safe Space Alliance; leads AI Safety Forum
Safe Space Alliance; AI Safety Forum
Episode: Ep 4 - Beyond Fear: Having the Conversations That Matter

Host

Sean Lyon
Host of the Digital Guardian Podcast

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep 1 - When Things Go Wrong Online: Responding with Calm and Compassion
Q: What are early signs online harm in the school environment, and how can parents spot them?
Linda and others describe behavior changes, shifts in friend groups, and the seamless online-offline nature of interactions; signs may be subtle and require ongoing conversations rather than a checklist.
Ep 1 - When Things Go Wrong Online: Responding with Calm and Compassion
Q: For your work with young people, what do adults worry about that young people aren't actually worried about?
Lucy explains that adults often overestimate fears fueled by media and focus on extreme online dangers, while teenagers are more concerned with everyday peer dynamics, communication, and consent, though they still value safety and community online.

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A practical, family-centered show that translates complex online safety and wellbeing topics into actionable guidance for parents and caregivers. Across episodes, listeners encounter a mix of expert perspectives (mental health, education, tech safety) and real-life stories about how families navigate online harms, screen time, gaming, and sensitive conversations with tamariki. The format consistently emphasizes calm communication, trusted relationships, and resilience, with practical strategies like listening techniques, family agreements, and intentional tech boundaries. The series stands out for weaving evidence-based insights with relatable anecdotes, focusing on fostering connection and trust rather than fear, and it frequently features... more

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Recent guests on Digital Guardian Podcast from Netsafe include:

1. Linda Bowden
2. Lucy Thomas
3. Karla Sanders
4. Cara Swit
5. Anna Mowat
6. Jonathan Jansen
7. Nikki Denholm
8. Claire Meehan

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