I’ve publicly called Roblox a “pedophile hellscape.” Then the CEO invited me to meet.

Thirty minutes. One room. No media. No spin.

In this episode, I take you inside the meeting with David Baszucki, co-founder and CEO of Roblox — and share exactly what was said, what got uncomfortable, and why I left unconvinced that kids are truly safe.

If your child plays Roblox, you need to hear this.

KEY POINTS

Why Roblox says it’s designed for the “absentee parent”
The moment the temperature shifted in the room
Ongoing lawsuits and serious safety concerns
Why engagement and growth may still outrank child safety
The uncomfortable truth about parental responsibility
Five clear steps every parent should take today

QUOTE OF THE EPISODE

“I don’t care what people say. I care what people do. And right now, you’re not protecting our kids.”

RESOURCES

Roblox is a Paedophile Hellscape [Article]
5 Ways to Stay Safe Online
Parental controls and Roblox specific controls (esafety.org.au)
The Screen Smart Series [Webinar Series]

ACTION STEPS FOR PARENTS

Talk daily – Ask what they’re seeing, who they’re chatting to, and whether anything felt weird or unsafe.
Turn on parental controls – They’re imperfect, but better than nothing. Check them regularly.
Play with your child – Learn the platform. See what they see.
Set clear boundaries – No devices in bedrooms. No screens during family time.
Trust your gut – You don’t need permission to say no. How you say it matters.

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