{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6728bc98580049df8ffc39c7/6880dbeefd9acfeba4d6dbd8?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Protecting Kids Online: Sextortion, Nudes, and the Real Risks of the Digital World, Episode 141","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/6728bc98580049df8ffc39c7/1753275457947-357e9d1f-c6a9-4173-b59c-4e66522bca37.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>In this&nbsp;eye-opening episode, Tania&nbsp;sits down with Constable Stephanie Bosch and Constable Scott Sterling from the<a href=\"https://www.edmontonpolice.ca/CommunityPolicing/FamilyProtection/ChildProtection/AlbertaICE\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> Internet Child Exploitation (ICE)</a> Unit to talk about the&nbsp;realities of online harm to children. Together, they unpack the rise of sextortion, the growing trend of youth sharing explicit images, and the sophisticated tactics offenders use to target children online.</p><p>This is a must-listen for every parent, caregiver, and educator.&nbsp;Constbale Stephanie and&nbsp;Constable Scott offer practical, real-world advice for keeping kids safe in an increasingly digital world—what to watch for, how to start difficult conversations with your child, and the steps to take if something goes wrong.</p><p><br></p><p>This episode is not about fear: it’s about awareness, education, and empowering families with the tools to protect their children online.</p><p><br></p><p>To find out more about the incredible work of <a href=\"https://www.edmontonpolice.ca/CommunityPolicing/FamilyProtection/ChildProtection/AlbertaICE\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">I.C.E</a>., click <a href=\"https://www.edmontonpolice.ca/CommunityPolicing/FamilyProtection/ChildProtection/AlbertaICE\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">here</a></p><p><br></p><p>Other important links:</p><p><br></p><p>Canadian Centre for Child Protection: <a href=\"https://protectchildren.ca/en/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://protectchildren.ca/en/</a></p><p>Thorn: <a href=\"https://www.thorn.org/about/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.thorn.org/about/</a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><h2><strong><u>Patreon</u></strong></h2><p><br></p><p>Come on over and join us on <a href=\"https://open.acast.com/patreon.com/ChildPsychPodcast\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Patreon</a> where we have bonus episodes, extra episode content , toolboxes , discounts for our courses, our ebook, a parent community and so much more - we would love to have you!&nbsp;Click <a href=\"https://www.patreon.com/c/ChildPsychPodcast\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">here</a> for more.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><h2>Wanting more from<a href=\"https://instituteofchildpsychology.com/about-membership-main/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> ICP</a>? Get 50 % off our annual membership with the coupon code:&nbsp;<strong>PODCAST50</strong></h2><p><br></p><ul><li>90+ courses on parenting and children's mental health</li><li>Private community where you can feel supported</li><li>Workbooks, parenting scripts, and printables</li><li>Member-only Webinars&nbsp;</li><li>Course Certificates for Continuing Education</li><li>Access to our Certification Program</li><li>Live Q &amp; A Sessions for Parents &amp; Professsionals</li><li>Bi-Annual Parenting &amp; Mental Health Conferences</li><li>Downloadable Social Media Collection</li><li>Robust Resource Library</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Click <a href=\"https://instituteofchildpsychology.com/about-membership-main/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">here</a> for more</p>","author_name":"Institute of Child Psychology"}