Podcast
Keeping Them Safe
Hosted by Sharon Doty · EN
Creating and implementing a new paradigm for educating adults how to protect children from predators and stop child sexual abuse before it happens.
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What to do when prevention fails?
3w ago00:28:25Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailRegardless of how vigilant we are, there will be times when predators oursmart us and our children pay the price. In addition, our commitment to being Alert Adults can open the door to another adult who is finally willing to share earlier abuse that has not been disclosed. When that happens, how do we handle it? How do we do the right thing and protect those invoved from further harm? How do we react to hearing this about someone we care about?
Transcribe →Why be an Alert Adult in 2026?
May 100:27:35Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailA discussion of what we recently learned about the "old ways" of prevention education and their failure over the long term in protecting children from predators. We look at how the approach by Keeping Them Safe actually has the potential to make a real impact with minimal effort.
Transcribe →April is Blue for a Reason
Mar 1700:20:14Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailThis episode discusses how we can emphasize the need for prevention during Child Abuse Prevention Month - April - as we sponsor Blue Monday, Blue Sunday, and other programs that call attention to the problem.
Transcribe →Do some risky behaviors need more attention?
Mar 1200:20:42Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailWe know there are several potentially risky adult behaviors that create vulnerability in the environment and put children at risk from potential predators. However, are some more "important" than others? Do some of those behaviors actually raise the bar on the risk? Canadian researchers actually look at that question and have some recommendations for us about where it is important to emphasize our efforts to create safe environments.
Transcribe →Morgan in Tallahassee
Feb 1800:14:54Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailRecently a day care worker in Tallahassee, Florida, took action to protect children in her care when she noticed a man in a parked van taking photos of the children outside. In response, she took the children inside and locked the gate. The response from her management and the parents was not supportive of her actions. How do we, as Alert Adults, take the actions necessary to protect children without raising the ire of other adults in the environment?
Transcribe →Joseph's Story
Jan 2600:20:40Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailSometimes it is important to stop and listen to the story of someone who was groomed and molested in front of a whole crowd of people who thought they were doing something good for him - because they could not see the risk. Being an Alert Adult takes something. We have to focus, practice, and have the courage to take action. Joseph's story of what happened and how it came about is a reminder of why we bother to become a part of this effort - becoming an Alert Adult.
Transcribe →The Internet as a Partner in Protection of Adolescents
Jan 1000:21:49Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailResearch on the real value of in person friends vs. online friends and what adolescents believe can help us help them develop into healthy functioning adults. They rely on social media. Let's use social media to cultivate and nurture all our adolescents growing up to be responsible adults, particularly those in the LGBTQ+ community.
Transcribe →Santa Magic
Dec 1200:11:37Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailThis episode provides some easy to follow guidelines for a "safe" and magical trip to visit Santa. There are tips for parents, guardians, and grandparents about how to ensure the visit is as magical as it can be and tips for Santa to ensure that there is no worry for the parents who bring their children.
Transcribe →When traveling remember who's the adult
Nov 2000:15:05Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailThis episode reminds us of the responsibilities of being an adult sponsor for an event for a group of young people. We consider what to think about before you go and how to approach the whole event in a way that ensures both safety and fun for all concerned.
Transcribe →Why me be an Alert Adult?
Nov 500:19:55Tap to summarizeSend us Fan MailIn this episode we talk again about the mission of Keeping Them Safe and being an Alert Adult as the responsibility of each and every adult - if we want it to work. Listen and consider what it takes from you to become an Alert Adult and how you can ensure that happens by joining our effort.
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