The Secure Family Podcast

Today Andy welcomes Officer David Gomez to the show. He is a School Resource Officer in Idaho who is a strong advocate for school safety and for the protection of children. Together they discuss how parents can help make schools more secure and what they can do to protect their kids outside of the classroom. 👮🏻‍♂️ For more from Officer Gomez: https://www.facebook.com/deputygomez/ 👨‍💻Take control of your data with DeleteMe. Because they sponsor the podcast you can get 20% off a privacy plan from DeleteMe with promo code: DAD. 🏡 Protect your home and your family with Andy's best-selling book, Home Security: The Secure Dad's Guide. Connect 📧 Subscribe to The Secure Dad newsletter 📸 Follow The Secure Dad on Instagram 📱 Follow The Secure Dad on Twitter / X ✉️ Join The Secure Dad Telegram Channel 🖥️ Visit The Secure Dad Website

Andy shares his thoughts on how families can secure their apartments and rental homes. Many of the tips are good for renters and homeowners. Plus, he talks about two home security systems that renters need to consider to help protect their property. Full Renter Security Article: https://www.thesecuredad.com/post/home-security-for-apartments Ring Alarm Kit on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3LoBIxc SimpliSafe Alarm Kit on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3r7FCDT 👨‍💻Take control of your data with DeleteMe. Because they sponsor the podcast you can get 20% off a privacy plan from DeleteMe with promo code: DAD. 📱Protect your credit cards, smartphones, and devices with signal-blocking solutions from SLNT. Get 10% off at SLNT with code: THESECUREDAD. See how Troomi Wireless is making smartphones safe for kids. Use code THESECUREDAD at checkout for $50 off a phone. Connect 📧 Subscribe to The Secure Dad newsletter 📸 Follow The Secure Dad on Instagram 📱 Follow The Secure Dad on Twitter / X ✉️ Join The Secure Dad Telegram Channel 🖥️ Visit The Secure Dad Website Show notes contain affiliate links to awesome products. You're welcome.

What is a street takeover? Andy takes a look at a popular event happening across the nation where cars and crowds are taking over intersections and parking lots in a chaotic fashion. While street takeovers are not intended to be harmful, people do get hurt and it's illegal. In this episode, Andy breaks down the associated threats of cars and crowds, and how you can spot these events before they start to protect your family. 👨‍💻Take control of your data with DeleteMe. Because they sponsor the podcast you can get 20% off a privacy plan from DeleteMe with promo code: DAD. 📱See how Troomi Wireless is making smartphones safe for kids. Use code SECUREDAD at checkout for $50 off a phone. 💻Protect your credit cards, smartphones, and devices with signal-blocking solutions from SLNT. Get 10% off at SLNT with code: THESECUREDAD. Connect 📧 Subscribe to The Secure Dad newsletter 📸 Follow The Secure Dad on Instagram 📱 Follow The Secure Dad on Twitter / X ✉️ Join The Secure Dad Telegram Channel 🖥️ Visit The Secure Dad Website

Andy dives into repurposing outdated smartphones and turning them into home security cameras. He covers the essential considerations, from setup to software integration, while making the most of the cost-effective and eco-friendly solution to bolster your home's security. Plus, he shares a few ways these cameras can be used outside of the house. 🚗 How to Protect Your Teen Driver: https://www.thesecuredad.com/protect-your-teen-driver 🏡 Best Ways to Hide a Trail Camera for Home Security: https://www.thesecuredad.com/post/best-ways-to-hide-a-trail-camera-for-home-security 📹 AlfredCamera Website: https://alfred.camera/ 👨‍💻Take control of your data with DeleteMe. Because they sponsor the podcast you can get 20% off a privacy plan from DeleteMe with promo code: DAD. 📱See how Troomi Wireless is making smartphones safe for kids. Use code SECUREDAD at checkout for $50 off a phone. Connect 📧 Subscribe to The Secure Dad newsletter 📸 Follow The Secure Dad on Instagram 📱 Follow The Secure Dad on Twitter / X ✉️ Join The Secure Dad Telegram Channel 🖥️ Visit The Secure Dad Website Disclaimer: The Secure Dad LLC does not condone, endorse, or support the use of spy cameras or any form of unauthorized recording, including the recording of individuals without their explicit and informed consent. The use of spy cameras or any other surveillance devices for the purpose of invading someone's privacy, infringing upon their personal space, or recording them without their knowledge and consent may violate applicable laws and regulations, as well as ethical considerations. This content is for general information purposes only.

Protecting your family's money is vitally important to their well-being and happiness. Today, Andy welcomes the founder of Modern Husbands, Brian Page, to the podcast. Andy and Brian have an informative and funny conversation about helping kids learn financial lessons and steps parents can take to safeguard their finances. For more from Brian Page: https://www.modernhusbands.com/ 👨‍💻Take control of your data with DeleteMe. Because they sponsor the podcast you can get 20% off a privacy plan from DeleteMe with promo code: DAD. 🆓 Get free phones from Troomi Wireless from now until 8/31/23. Simply click this link: https://troomi.crrnt.app/SECUREDAD and then use code MYFREEPHONE at checkout. 🖥️ Protect your credit cards, smartphones, and devices with signal-blocking solutions from SLNT. Get 10% off at SLNT with code: THESECUREDAD. Connect 📧 Subscribe to The Secure Dad newsletter 📸 Follow The Secure Dad on Instagram 📱 Follow The Secure Dad on Twitter / X ✉️ Join The Secure Dad Telegram Channel 🖥️ Visit The Secure Dad Website

While many parents are aware of threats like choking hazards, online predators, and car seat safety - the often unseen danger is child identity theft. Andy will explain what child identity theft is, how they are stolen, what can be done in your child's name, and how to prevent it. 🆓 Get your free copy of How to Freeze Your Child's Credit: https://www.thesecuredad.com/creditfreeze 👨‍💻Take control of your data with DeleteMe. Because they sponsor the podcast you can get 20% off a privacy plan from DeleteMe with promo code: DAD. 🔥 Get free phones from Troomi Wireless from now until 8/31/23. Simply click this link: https://troomi.crrnt.app/SECUREDAD and then use code MYFREEPHONE at checkout. Connect 📧 Subscribe to The Secure Dad newsletter 📸 Follow The Secure Dad on Instagram 📱 Follow The Secure Dad on Twitter / X ✉️ Join The Secure Dad Telegram Channel 🖥️ Visit The Secure Dad Website

Andy talks with Chris McKenna of Protect Young Eyes as we head back to school. Together they discuss how to approach technology in the new school year. Chris makes an excellent point that the school handles the technology for 7 hours a day and the other 17 is the responsibility of parents. Chris walks us through how we can approach that responsibility. 🖥️ For more from Protect Young Eyes: https://protectyoungeyes.com/ 💻 Download The Dark Web for Parents for Free 👨‍💻Take control of your data with DeleteMe. Because they sponsor the podcast you can get 20% off a privacy plan from DeleteMe with promo code: DAD. 📱See how Troomi Wireless is making smartphones safe for kids. Use code SECUREDAD at checkout for $50 off a phone. Connect 📧 Subscribe to The Secure Dad newsletter 📸 Follow The Secure Dad on Instagram 📱 Follow The Secure Dad on Twitter / X ✉️ Join The Secure Dad Telegram Channel 🖥️ Visit The Secure Dad Website

Are you leaving the door open for cybercriminals to sneak into your home digitally? As cyber threats loom larger than ever, Andy shares five simple yet effective steps you can use to fortify your home Wi-Fi defenses. Plus, discover the importance of securing your home Wi-Fi network. 👨‍💻Take control of your data with DeleteMe. Because they sponsor the podcast you can get 20% off a privacy plan from DeleteMe with promo code: DAD. 📱See how Troomi Wireless is making smartphones safe for kids. Use code SECUREDAD at checkout for $50 off a phone. https://troomi.crrnt.app/SECUREDAD Connect 📧 Subscribe to The Secure Dad newsletter 📸 Follow The Secure Dad on Instagram 📱 Follow The Secure Dad on Twitter / X ✉️ Join The Secure Dad Telegram Channel 🖥️ Visit The Secure Dad Website

Denial is a mighty opponent. Andy welcomes Mike O'Rourke of Advanced Operational Concepts to discuss how to vanquish denial to better protect yourself and your family. As a Green Beret, Mike has faced adversity head-on, navigating through some of life's most challenging situations across the globe. Mike's expertise extends beyond the battlefield; he is also the owner of Advanced Operational Concepts, a bespoke global security management and intelligence solutions company. With his unique blend of discipline and wisdom, Mike will unravel the dangers of denial, showcasing how it can create complacency and potentially get us killed. For more on Mike O'Rourke: https://adopcon.com/ 👨‍💻Take control of your data with DeleteMe. Because they sponsor the podcast you can get 20% off a privacy plan from DeleteMe with promo code: DAD. 📱See how Troomi Wireless is making smartphones safe for kids. Use code SECUREDAD at checkout for $50 off a phone. https://troomi.crrnt.app/SECUREDAD Connect 📧 Subscribe to The Secure Dad newsletter 📸 Follow The Secure Dad on Instagram 📱 Follow The Secure Dad on Twitter ✉️ Join The Secure Dad Telegram Channel 🖥️ Visit The Secure Dad Website

Every parent worries that they may miss the signs that their child is being groomed. On this episode, Andy discusses the red flags and behavioral cues that parents need to know to spot potential grooming. 👨‍💻Take control of your data with DeleteMe. Because they sponsor the podcast you can get 20% off a privacy plan from DeleteMe with promo code: DAD. 📱See how Troomi Wireless is making smartphones safe for kids. Use code SECUREDAD at checkout for $50 off a phone. https://troomi.crrnt.app/SECUREDAD Connect 📧 Subscribe to The Secure Dad newsletter 📸 Follow The Secure Dad on Instagram 📱 Follow The Secure Dad on Twitter ✉️ Join The Secure Dad Telegram Channel 🖥️ Visit The Secure Dad Website