Best Digital SelfDefense Podcast Podcasts (2025)

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Are Security Cameras Secure with Josh Summers 27:52

4d ago27:52

27:52

Understanding Security Camera Systems with Josh Summers In this episode of The Secure Family Podcast, Andy discusses the crucial aspects of home security cameras with Josh Summers, the expert behind the 'All Things Secured' YouTube channel. They dive into the differences between wired and wireless systems, the importance of data storage locations, …

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Drowning (Really) Doesn’t Look Like Drowning 17:28

11d ago17:28

17:28

How to Spot and Prevent Drowning In this episode, Andy shares crucial insights for parents on how to keep their kids safe around water. Andy recounts a personal and emotional story of a near-drowning incident that underscores the importance of vigilance and understanding the silent nature of drowning. Drowning Doesn’t Look LIke Drowning by Mario Vi…

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Creating a Safe Room with Samuel Fish 40:03

18d ago40:03

40:03

Creating a Secure Home: Safe Rooms and Home Security with Samuel Fish In this episode, Andy discusses the importance of home security with Samuel Fish, a security expert and founder of Shield Security Doors. The conversation covers the creation of safe rooms, the cultural differences in home security between the US and Europe, and practical steps h…

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Travel Smart: Simple Ways to Stay Private and Secure 10:08

25d ago10:08

10:08

Secure Your Summer: Protect Your Family Online While Traveling Join host Andy Murphy on The Secure Family Podcast as he shares essential tips for keeping your information and devices safe on vacation. Learn about the growing threat of data collection, steps to ensure secure internet usage, keeping parental controls, and the benefits of using VPNs. …

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The Dangers of Online Pornography: Fighting the New Drug with Parker Hymas 38:12

1M ago38:12

38:12

Protecting Kids from the Dangers of Pornography In this episode, Andy discusses the protection of children from the dangers of pornography with Parker Hymas, Director of Public Outreach at Fight The New Drug. They take a hard look into the different ways children might be exposed to porn, the impacts it has on their mental health and behavior, and …

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Fire Safety Tips for Famillies 9:11

2M ago9:11

9:11

Essential Home Fire Safety Tips for Families In this episode, Andy emphasizes the importance of family safety and provides crucial tips on preventing and responding to house fires. The discussion includes the significance of kitchen safety, working smoke detectors, creating and practicing a family fire escape plan, and the proper use of fire exting…

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Everyday OSINT: Protecting Your Family and Home with Ricky Alonzo 44:48

2M ago44:48

44:48

Empowering Family Safety with Open Source Intelligence In this episode of The Secure Family Podcast, host Andy Murphy welcomes Ricky Alonzo, an open source intelligence expert also known as Rickynomics. The discussion centers on empowering parents to protect their families through informed decision-making and the use of open source intelligence (OS…

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Surviving the Follow-Home Robbery 9:47

2M ago9:47

9:47

Protecting Your Family from Follow Home Robberies: Tips to Save Your Life In this episode of The Secure Family Podcast, Andy discusses the concept of follow home robberies. He offers practical advice on how to avoid becoming a victim. He explains how criminals profile potential targets based on various factors and provides actionable tips to detect…

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Spotting Danger Before it Spots Our Kids with Gary Quesenberry 38:19

2M ago38:19

38:19

Situational Awareness for Family Safety with Gary Quesenberry In this episode of The Secure Family Podcast, host Andy explores the importance of self-protection and family safety. Joined by retired Air Marshal and author Gary Quesenberry, they discuss practical ways to teach children situational awareness and the value of intuition in identifying d…

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Digital Shadows: Keeping Your Family Safe from Social Stalkers 15:22

2M ago15:22

15:22

Protecting Your Family from Social Media Stalkers In this episode of The Secure Family Podcast, Andy discusses the troubling ways people can track and stalk individuals through social media. He shares practical steps to safeguard your privacy, including turning off location tracking on devices, using lag posting methods, and revising social media p…

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Family Cyberdefense with Reanna Schultz 40:31

3M ago40:31

40:31

Empower Your Family's Cybersecurity with Expert Insights In this episode of The Secure Family Podcast, Andy talks with cyber defense expert Reanna Schultz to discuss how families can ensure a safe and fun online experience. Reanna shares her journey into cybersecurity, offers practical tips on creating secure passwords, and advises on how to protec…

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How to Find Sex Offenders in your Area 12:31

3M ago12:31

12:31

Protecting Your Family from Sex Offenders In this episode, Andy discusses crucial information for parents to protect their families. He covers how to discover if a sex offender lives nearby. He introduces tools like the National Sex Offender Public Website (NSOPW) and its app, advising on their effective use. The episode emphasizes that family safe…

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Understanding Flock Cameras with Stephanie Lindsey 46:17

3M ago46:17

46:17

The Impact of Flock Cameras on Community Surveillance In this episode of The Secure Family Podcast, host Andy Murphy speaks with attorney and privacy advocate Stephanie Lindsay about the implications of Flock cameras. They discuss how these cameras, which are stationed in communities and utilized by law enforcement, automatically capture license pl…

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Keep Your Child Safe from Identity Theft 16:43

3M ago16:43

16:43

Protecting Your Child from Identity Theft: My Son's Data was Stolen In this episode of The Secure Family Podcast, Andy discusses the importance of protecting children from identity theft. He shares personal experiences, including his decision to freeze his son's credit, and offers how his data was stolen a few months later. Plus he shares how paren…

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Internet Safety with Michael Arterburn of Killer Bee Tactical 33:48

4M ago33:48

33:48

Michael of Killer Bee Tactical In this episode of The Secure Family Podcast, host Andy speaks with Michael Arterburn, a retired police officer who now runs Killer Bee Tactical. They discuss Michael’s extensive career, notably his seven years working on internet crimes against children. Michael shares insights on the tactics used by predators, the i…

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Protecting Your Credit Card from Skimming 13:19

4M ago13:19

13:19

Protecting Your Family from Credit Card Scammers In this episode of The Secure Family Podcast, Andy discusses the methods scammers use to steal credit card information, particularly focusing on credit card skimming. He explains the process of how skimming devices steal your data and shares practical tips to safeguard your credit card, such as using…

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Social Media Child Exploitation with Sarah Adams of Mom Uncharted 40:24

4M ago40:24

40:24

Protecting Children's Privacy Online: A Conversation with Sarah Adams In this episode of The Secure Family Podcast, host Andy Murphy interviews Sarah Adams, also known as Mom Uncharted, a child protection advocate from Canada. They discuss the concept of 'sharenting,' where parents overshare their children's lives on social media, and the potential…

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Effective Ways to Protect Your Home 12:17

4M ago12:17

12:17

Enhancing Home Security in 2025 In this episode of The Secure Family Podcast, host Andy Murphy focuses on empowering parents with practical tips to upgrade their home security without breaking the bank. The episode covers the importance of locking doors, the benefits of using secondary locks like FlipLok, and the value of strategic lighting to dete…

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The Biggest Threat to Families 17:13

5M ago17:13

17:13

Protecting Your Family from Online Predators In this episode of The Secure Family Podcast, host Andy Murphy discusses the greatest threat to today's families: online predators grooming children. Andy emphasizes the need for parents to take control of their personal data and provides practical tips on how to protect kids from online dangers. Key top…

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The Ultimate Safety Tip for Families 11:39

5M ago11:39

11:39

The Ultimate Safety Tip: The Key to a Safer Family In this episode of The Secure Family Podcast, host Andy Murphy discusses the importance of understanding and embracing fear as a crucial survival signal. By sharing his personal experiences and insights, Andy emphasizes the necessity of preparing for worst-case scenarios to ensure personal and fami…

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The Secure Family Podcast 1:54

5M ago1:54

1:54

The Secure Dad Podcast is now The Secure Family Podcast! Starting in 2025, The Secure Family Podcast will help families live safer happier lives. I'm Andy Murphy the host who will bring you important safety topics, expert guests, and I'll answer your questions about keeping your family protected while enjoying life. All of the previous episodes are…

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Home Security Tips from Home Alone 11:37

6M ago11:37

11:37

Home Alone: Home Security Lessons for the Holidays In this episode of The Secure Dad Podcast, Andy discusses practical home security tips drawn from the classic Christmas movie 'Home Alone.' He explains the importance of maintaining privacy during holiday travels, using smart home technology for security, and ensuring your home is not an easy targe…

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Safety Tips for Traveling Abroad with Jason Brick 37:53

6M ago37:53

37:53

Travel Safety Tips with Jason Brick In this episode of The Secure Dad Podcast, Andy interviews Jason Brick about his experience living abroad in Crete and provides valuable tips for maintaining safety while traveling. Jason shares insights on situational awareness, emergency preparedness, and managing important documents during travel. The episode …

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Holiday Security Tips: Protecting Your Privacy and Avoiding Scams 10:49

6M ago10:49

10:49

Protecting Your Privacy and Avoiding Scams this Holiday Season In this episode of The Secure Dad Podcast, Andy discusses various scams and online security issues that commonly arise during the holiday season. He offers strategies for protecting personal information, avoiding phishing scams, and ensuring secure online shopping. He's keen to highligh…

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Unlocking the Teenage Brain with the hosts of The Human Behavior Podcast 55:40

6M ago55:40

55:40

Unlocking the Teenage Brain: Insights with Greg Williams and Brian Marin In this episode of The Secure Dad Podcast, host Andy Murphy dives head first into the intricacies of the teenage brain with Greg Williams and Brian Marin from the Human Behavior Podcast. The conversation explores the physical, emotional, and behavioral transformations teens un…

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Crisis Communication: Building Your PACE Plan 16:09

6M ago16:09

16:09

Building a Family PACE Plan: Effective Crisis Communication Strategies In this episode, Andy dives into the importance of maintaining communication during crises. Highlighting the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, he introduces the concept of a communication PACE plan (Primary, Alternate, Contingency, Emergency) to ensure family members can stay in to…

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Home Security Tips You Overlook 15:35

7M ago15:35

15:35

Top 5 Overlooked Home Security Tips: Fortify Your Home Against Modern Threats In this episode Andy discusses five essential, yet often overlooked, home security tips. With threats evolving, Andy covers how to secure your garage door from high-tech break-ins, protect your Wi-Fi network, safeguard your modern car from RFID relay attacks, and more. Ta…

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How to Be Invisible Online 13:12

7M ago13:12

13:12

In this episode Andy dives deep into practical strategies to reclaim your digital privacy. It’s harder than ever to keep our personal information safe, but it’s not impossible! Join Andy as he explores seven essential tips to reduce your digital footprint and minimize what data brokers and even social media platforms know about you. Take control of…

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Surviving the Storm: Key Takeaways from Hurricane Helene 21:25

7M ago21:25

21:25

Preparedness, Power Outages, and Post-Disaster Planning In this episode of The Secure Dad Podcast, Andy shares critical insights and preparedness strategies learned from the experiences of Hurricane Helene. The episode covers unexpected inland damage, power outage backup systems, tree maintenance, and the significance of a PACE plan for communicati…

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Seeing Monsters with Ed Calderon 57:17

8M ago57:17

57:17

Enhancing Family Safety with Ed Calderon In episode 300 of The Secure Dad Podcast, host Andy Murphy talks with security specialist Ed Calderon about teaching children self-protection. Ed Calderon, known for his expertise on security issues along the U.S.-Mexico border, shares insights on how parents can prepare their children for real-world dangers…

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Bonus: Reflecting on 300 Episodes 4:55

8M ago4:55

4:55

In this special bonus episode, host Andy Murphy takes a moment to reflect on the journey to 300 episodes of The Secure Dad Podcast. From sharing vital home security tips to interviewing experts in personal safety and digital security, Andy looks back at the lessons learned, the incredible guests, and the loyal listeners who have made this milestone…

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Protecting Kids on Social Media: Expert Advice from Chad Brockway 44:30

8M ago44:30

44:30

Safeguarding Kids Online: Insights from Cybersecurity Expert Chad Brockway In the 299th episode of The Secure Dad Podcast, Andy talks with intelligence and cybersecurity expert Chad Brockway. They discuss essential strategies for parents to keep their children safe on social media. From identifying current social media trends to understanding the i…

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Ready for Anything: Teaching Kids Emergency Response 13:20

8M ago13:20

13:20

Empowering Kids to Handle Emergencies: A Personal Experience In episode 298 of The Secure Dad Podcast, Andy shares a personal story that underscores the importance of teaching children how to respond to emergencies. After an incident in his garage, Andy uses the opportunity to quiz his son on emergency procedures, highlighting the steps and skills …

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Cybersecurity Tips for Families with Eric O’Neill 46:55

8M ago46:55

46:55

Proactive Cybersecurity for Families with Former FBI Agent Eric O'Neill In this episode of The Secure Dad Podcast, Andy interviews Eric O'Neill, a former FBI undercover operative and cybersecurity expert. They discuss the importance of online privacy and safety measures crucial for families. Key topics include data breaches, child identity theft, s…

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Mastering Home Security: The Layered Home Defense Strategy 16:14

9M ago16:14

16:14

Andy dives into the essential concept of the The Secure Dad Layered Home Defense Strategy. The layers are discipline, deter, fortify, and defend. These will help you protect your home and family from potential threats. Discover practical, easy-to-implement tips that go beyond simply locking your doors and setting alarms. Learn how daily habits, sma…

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Spy Skills for Families with PJ Agness 30:29

9M ago30:29

30:29

Essential Safety Insights for Families In this episode of The Secure Dad Podcast, Andy discusses strategies for protecting your family with guest PJ Agness. PJ is the founder of Archangel Protective Intelligence, shares his journey into self-defense inspired by 80s cartoons and emphasizes the importance of proactive safety measures for children. Th…

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High-Tech Hitchhiker: The Privacy Risks of Modern Cars 12:08

9M ago12:08

12:08

Privacy Risks in Modern Cars: Protecting Your Data In this episode of The Secure Dad Podcast, Andy explores how modern cars may be compromising your privacy by collecting and sharing data. Learn about the types of data being collected, potential risks, and steps you can take to protect your personal information. Vehicle Privacy Report: https://vehi…

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Protecting Your Parental Rights with David Pisarra 32:38

9M ago32:38

32:38

In this episode of The Secure Dad Podcast, Andy discusses proactive safety measures for protecting yourself and your family with guest David Pisarra, founder of Dad's Law School. The conversation centers on navigating family court to protect parental rights, the importance of proper documentation, and realistic expectations during custody disputes.…

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Protecting Your Credit After A Data Breach 13:41

9M ago13:41

13:41

In this episode of The Secure Dad Podcast, Andy Murphy addresses the significant data breach affecting untold amounts of people. He discusses the impact on personal information, including names, social security numbers, and addresses. Andy offers practical advice on safeguarding personal data, such as freezing credit, monitoring credit reports, and…

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The Timeline of Self-Defense with Randy King 51:42

10M ago51:42

51:42

In this episode of The Secure Dad Podcast, host Andy discusses important aspects of self-defense with personal protection specialist Randy King. Together, they explore a holistic approach to self-defense, covering topics such as victim selection, the importance of boundaries, and the myths surrounding self-defense. For more from Randy King: https:/…

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Back To School Safety: First Aid, Communication, and Red Flags 17:02

10M ago17:02

17:02

In this episode of The Secure Dad Podcast, Andy discusses strategies for keeping kids safe at school. Topics covered include creating custom first aid kits, communicating at shcool, and recognizing red flag behaviors in children. While these topics may seem unrelated, they all fit under the large umbrella of school safety. First Aid Kit Video: http…

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Enhancing Home and School Security with Anna Reger of FlipLok 27:30

10M ago27:30

27:30

In this episode Andy is joined by Anna Reger, founder and CEO of FlipLok, to discuss her mission to improve school and home safety. Anna shares her experiences, including giving a TED Talk and advocating for enhanced security measures in schools. The conversation spans topics such as the importance of home security, the vulnerabilities faced by wom…

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Trying to Reason with the Hurricane Season 14:33

11M ago14:33

14:33

Hurricane Preparedness Tips It’s hurricane season! Andy shares crucial tips on hurricane preparedness from his experience. He discusses fortifying your home, stocking emergency supplies, and making comprehensive evacuation plans. He emphasizes the importance of planning and knowing when to evacuate as well as what to do after the storm. Read my com…

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3 Ways to Spot a Scam: The Red Flags to Look For 13:34

11M ago13:34

13:34

Spotting Scams: 3 Red Flags Join Andy as he discusses three key elements to spot scams and offers practical safety tips. He shares real-life examples of scams and outlines steps to avoid becoming a victim. Gain valuable insights to make safer decisions for yourself and your family. Remember, your safety is your own responsibility. Take control of y…

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Securing Your Home on a Budget: Cheap Home Security Tips 11:32

11M ago11:32

11:32

Home Security on a Budget: Cheap Home Security Tips Andy shares effective strategies for securing your home without breaking the bank. He discusses affordable home security systems, the importance of door locks, and the benefits of proper outdoor lighting. Plus, he reminds us that home security really is about physical defenses over technology. Sim…

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The Secure Inbox: How to Keep Your Email Private 13:08

11M ago13:08

13:08

In this episode of The Secure Dad Podcast, Andy delves into how important it is to protect your personal email. He discusses the dangers of compromised email addresses, such as phishing and identity theft, and emphasizes the importance of strong, unique passwords and two-factor authentication. Take control of your data with DeleteMe. Because they s…

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Escaping Danger with Robin Hunting (Dutch in the USA) 30:39

12M ago30:39

30:39

In this episode of The Secure Dad Podcast, Andy talks with Robin Hunting. Robin is a former Royal Netherlands Marine, who you may recognize from his popular social media videos about escaping restraints and safety tips under the name Dutch in the USA. Robin shares his experiences, insights into escaping dangerous situations, and the importance of b…

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Inside Policing With Sergeant Rob Disario 38:14

12M ago38:14

38:14

In this episode of The Secure Dad Podcast, Andy talks with Sergeant Rob Disario of the Brookline Police Department. They discuss the current state of policing, how citizens can better interact with law enforcement, and the evolution of police-community relations. For more from Sergeant Rob and the Brookline PD: https://www.instagram.com/brooklinema…

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Summer Online Safety for Kids 11:23

12M ago11:23

11:23

As we dive into the summer season, children are bound to spend more time online, exploring, learning, and connecting with friends. But with increased online activity comes greater risks. In this episode, Andy breaks down essential online safety tips for parents. He’ll cover topics from setting clear guidelines for responsible behavior to monitoring…

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Air Travel Safety with Gary Quesenberry 39:17

1y ago39:17

39:17

In this episode of The Secure Dad Podcast, Andy welcomes retired Federal Air Marshal Gary Quesenberry to share insights into safety during air travel. Through their conversation, they cover the significance of situational awareness in various settings, including personal experiences that highlight the importance of being vigilant and prepared for u…

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