Screen-Safe Podcast

Anna Sarjantson
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Welcome to the Screen-Safe Podcast!If you are a parent, carer or teacher who feels overwhelmed, frustrated or constantly on the back foot as to what our children are seeing and doing online today, you are in the right place!Join me, Anna, founder of Screen-Safe as I give you lots of tips, tools and support all about keeping your child safer online. From managing screentime, cyberbullying, viewing pornography, navigating social media and so much more - we will be covering it all - after all, nothing is left out online!Parenting can be hard - adding in technology can take it to another level! This podcast will help you feel informed, supported and equipped to deal with the fast paced online world our children are growing up in - afterall - WE are their best form of online protection.

  1. JAN 21

    16 - Deepfakes, AI and Children: What Parents Need to Know Now

    This episode explores the growing risk of AI-generated deepfakes and non-consensual intimate images, and what this means for children and families. Anna explains how easily realistic images and videos can now be created using widely available apps, often without technical skill, age checks, or safeguards. While much public attention has focused on one platform, the reality is that hundreds of tools already exist that allow people to manipulate images, remove clothing, or generate explicit content of real people without consent. Crucially, this is not just about adults harming children. Increasingly, these tools are being used in child-on-child abuse, bullying, blackmail, and sextortion. Even creating or requesting these images, whether shared or not, can now constitute a criminal offence. The episode also highlights a second major risk: AI chatbots. Many children and teenagers are using chatbots as confidants, friends, or emotional support, often without adults realising. Unlike trusted adults, these tools cannot safeguard, escalate concerns, or protect young people. In some cases, they have actively provided harmful or inappropriate advice. The key message for parents and carers is clear: this is a fast-moving space, and nobody is expected to know everything. What matters most is keeping conversations open, calm, and ongoing so children feel safe to speak up, ask questions, and seek real human support. Learn more or get support: www.screen-safe.co.uk Send me an instant voicemail : https://www.speakpipe.com/screensafe Send me an email : anna@screen-safe.co.uk

    23 min

  2. 11/21/2025

    15 - The 2025 Online Risks Update for Schools (Replay)

    This episode is a little different. Instead of a typical conversation or topic deep dive, I’m sharing the full replay of a recent Online Safety Leadership Briefing I delivered for schools. It was created for headteachers, DSLs, safeguarding leads and governors, and the aim was simple: to give a clear, current picture of what children are really experiencing online in 2025. You will hear the full session exactly as it was delivered, including the live Q&A at the end. The content is practical, honest and designed to help schools understand the fast moving risks around AI chatbots, deepfakes, gaming platforms, nudify apps, social media trends and online exploitation. It also highlights how these behaviours are showing up in classrooms and pastoral teams every day, along with ideas for improving parent engagement and whole school safeguarding. Please be aware that this episode includes discussion of sensitive topics including self harm, online grooming, sextortion and harmful content. Nothing graphic is described, but listener discretion is advised. If you prefer to watch the full video recording, it is available here: https://youtu.be/nVVZ-3afg70 If you work in education or safeguarding, this will give you a strong overview of the issues shaping online safety right now and practical steps you can start to build into your approach. Learn more or get support: www.screen-safe.co.uk Send me an instant voicemail : https://www.speakpipe.com/screensafe Send me an email : anna@screen-safe.co.uk

    1h 4m

  3. 11/19/2025

    14 - Inside Screen-Safe: Anna Sarjantson on Protecting the Next Generation

    What does online safety really look like in 2025? In this hard-hitting episode, Anna Sarjantson, founder of Screen-Safe, joins Michelle Edmondson on the Talent First podcast to talk openly about the very real risks our children face online — and what we, as adults, must do about it. They explore the uncomfortable rise of AI-generated boyfriends like Bad Rudy, the rise in sextortion and anonymous group chats, and the role platforms like TikTok and OnlyFans are playing in shaping a child’s digital worldview. But this isn’t a fear-mongering conversation — it’s about awareness, empowerment and action. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, HR leader or carer, this is a powerful, practical listen that will shift your perspective and strengthen your digital toolkit. 🎧 Hit play, take notes — and please, share it with someone who needs to hear it. Learn more or get support: www.screen-safe.co.uk Send me an instant voicemail : https://www.speakpipe.com/screensafe Send me an email : anna@screen-safe.co.uk

    47 min

  4. 11/07/2025

    13 - Digital Parenting Anxiety - Finding Calm and Confidence Online

    In this short but powerful episode, Anna explores a feeling many parents and carers know too well: digital parenting anxiety. With the rise of social media, gaming, and constant online exposure, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed or guilty about getting it “right.” Anna shares a calm, grounded perspective on how to move from fear to confidence, helping you build a stronger connection with your child while keeping the online world in balance. Learn how to: Recognise the signs of digital parenting anxietyStay calm and connected when things go wrong onlineReplace panic with curiosity and conversationSet healthy tech habits and model them at home It’s not about controlling everything - it’s about creating an open door where your child feels safe to talk, no matter what happens online. Join Anna’s Protect and Connect membership for regular tools, resources, and up-to-date guidance on raising digitally confident kids: screen-safe.co.uk. Learn more or get support: www.screen-safe.co.uk Send me an instant voicemail : https://www.speakpipe.com/screensafe Send me an email : anna@screen-safe.co.uk

    22 min

  5. 10/21/2025

    12 - Understanding Roblox – What Parents Need to Know

    Roblox has become one of the biggest digital playgrounds in children’s lives - but what exactly is it, and how safe is it? In this episode, Anna breaks down what Roblox really is (hint: it’s not just one game), explores why it’s so popular with kids and teens, and looks at both the creative opportunities and online risks parents should be aware of. You’ll learn what terms like “obby games,” “avatars,” and “private servers” mean, how Robux works, and how to help your child stay safe, balanced, and in control while playing. A must-listen for any parent wanting to understand the world their child loves - and how to keep it positive, healthy, and screen-safe. Learn more or get support: www.screen-safe.co.uk Send me an instant voicemail : https://www.speakpipe.com/screensafe Send me an email : anna@screen-safe.co.uk

    25 min

  6. 10/09/2025

    11 - Chatbots, Companion AI & Kids - What You Need to Know Now

    Chatbots, Companion AI & Kids: What You Need to Know Now This week I’m diving into a fast-moving issue that’s flown under the radar for many parents: the rise of AI companions, chatbots, and “My AI” tools inside apps like Snapchat, Character AI, and more. What starts as fun and friendly can quickly spiral into emotionally manipulative, inappropriate, or even dangerous conversations - especially when kids treat these bots like real friends. I’ll walk you through: 🧠 Why these bots are so appealing to children and teens 🚨 What the real risks are (even if your child says “it’s just a bit of fun”) 📱 How to check out these apps safely and understand what your child might encounter 💬 What kinds of conversations to have at home to build awareness and resilience This is a must-listen for parents, carers, and educators. Please share this episode widely - the more we know, the more we can protect. Learn more or get support: www.screen-safe.co.uk Learn more or get support: www.screen-safe.co.uk Send me an instant voicemail : https://www.speakpipe.com/screensafe Send me an email : anna@screen-safe.co.uk

    18 min

  7. 09/17/2025

    10 - Starting Secondary School – The Digital Shift No One Talks About

    In this episode, Anna explores the emotional and digital leap that happens when children move from primary to secondary school. It’s a huge milestone - not just socially and academically, but digitally too. Suddenly there are phones, group chats, friendship shifts, and pressure to grow up fast. Your child might still enjoy a bedtime cuddle, but feel pushed to act like a teenager in school corridors. 🎒 Anna shares: Why the transition can be harder than expectedThe digital pressures many Year 7s are quietly navigatingWhy “not having Snapchat” can feel like social isolationTips for handling online group chats, social media, and the changing dynamic at homeHow to support your child emotionally and digitally without judgement or fear Whether your child is starting Year 7 or you're preparing for next year, this episode will help you feel more informed, less overwhelmed, and ready to support your child through this massive shift. 🎧 Listen in and feel less alone - because you’re not the only one navigating this. 🧠 Learn more at www.screen-safe.co.uk 📥 Subscribe to Anna’s newsletter and get tools, support, and updates Learn more or get support: www.screen-safe.co.uk Send me an instant voicemail : https://www.speakpipe.com/screensafe Send me an email : anna@screen-safe.co.uk

    30 min

  8. 12/05/2024

    09 - Online Safety in Rural Communities – With PC Paul Evans

    In this episode I am joined by PC Paul Evans, of North Yorkshire. He shares his experience of seeing the rise of crime online and ways in which predators target children and teens online. This is happening everywhere, including the 'nice school' and communities out in rural areas. If you have a child who has access to WIFI then this is a must listen. Learn more or get support: www.screen-safe.co.uk Send me an instant voicemail : https://www.speakpipe.com/screensafe Send me an email : anna@screen-safe.co.uk

    58 min
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Welcome to the Screen-Safe Podcast!If you are a parent, carer or teacher who feels overwhelmed, frustrated or constantly on the back foot as to what our children are seeing and doing online today, you are in the right place!Join me, Anna, founder of Screen-Safe as I give you lots of tips, tools and support all about keeping your child safer online. From managing screentime, cyberbullying, viewing pornography, navigating social media and so much more - we will be covering it all - after all, nothing is left out online!Parenting can be hard - adding in technology can take it to another level! This podcast will help you feel informed, supported and equipped to deal with the fast paced online world our children are growing up in - afterall - WE are their best form of online protection.

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  • Creator
    Anna Sarjantson
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    16
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 screen-safe.co.uk All Rights Reserved.
  • Show Website
    Screen-Safe Podcast