SmartSocial.com Podcast

The SmartSocial.com Podcast helps parents and educators to keep their kids safe on social media, so they can Shine Online™ with a positive impact

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With 1,300+ YouTube videos/episodes, Josh Ochs interviews Superintedents, district leaders, psychologists, therapists, counselors, teachers, and parents who will show you how to navigate social media to keep your kids safe so they can someday Shine Online™.

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SmartSocial.com: 3 million+ visitors each year
SmartSocial.com YouTube Channel: 700,000+ video views each year
SmartSocial.com newsletter reaches 35,000+ subscribers twice a week (3.5 million inbox impressions/year)

North Shore School District 112
https://youtu.be/N8cNDC9jN3w
42.20481841645851, -87.81002179736048
Dr Michael Lubelfeld
It's upon us to educate our youth as to what is AI, what is safe and what isn't
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Fridley Public Schools
https://youtu.be/7APyHP9UHE0
45.07722859290682, -93.2537069233137
Dr. Brenda Lewis
How long do you think you feel your best until you need a break from screen time?
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Republic School District
https://youtu.be/qBcBl1KraAk
37.12732432730914, -93.47936272883531
Matt Pearce
Ask children and teenagers what they're good at and develop that further
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Bellflower Unified School District
https://youtu.be/JdbOL4Adx9k
33.88262097313743, -118.13458324091562
Dr. Ryan Smith
We have to teach students to navigate AI and social media responsibly
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Jordan School District
https://youtu.be/qIdTSyquF8k
40.61720855628173, -111.98349847485929
Dr. Anthony Godfrey
Be focused on helping students think intentionally about how to use technology
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Wichita Public Schools
https://youtu.be/swrbC7w3rk0
37.67041195376936, -97.273950979759
Kelly Bielefeld
If kids can’t read or write, AI tools won’t benefit them in the long run
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Manor Independent School District
https://youtu.be/4zbO_3Zt3lY
30.344982297697168, -97.57223463558209
Robert Sormani
The hard part is for them to understand why they did it and what they should do
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Newton Unified School District 373
https://youtu.be/69gaQN69xG8
38.043287811436315, -97.34058060344832
Fred Van Ranken
We have to teach our kids to think differently
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Council Rock School District
https://youtu.be/nHJJ2_qQPws
40.23079705562848, -74.93335670184628
Dr. Andrew J. Sanko
When kids learn how to drive, parents don't just hand the keys over...
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Deer Valley United School District
https://youtu.be/-sThVJJAxms
33.67151996612976, -112.09222972883519
Dr. Curtis Finch
When do you want the internet to have access to your kid?
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Upland Unified School District
https://youtu.be/j8fEDOyVHAw
34.098529787541416, -117.65067493068027
Lynn J. Carmen Day
I don't believe we want to make social media and technology or AI an enemy
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Palo Alto Unified School District
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8tuozI75KB0
37.43333983647803, -122.15469378268347
Dr. Don Austin
Protecting Kids From AI Apps That Create Nude Images (Fox News Digital SmartSocial Clip)
Press
Lucia Mar USD
https://youtu.be/ND-eWYe2-zM
35.11513899027106, -120.57598441752681
Hillary Dixon
Lucia Mar USD TV/News Press
Press
Centralia Elementary School District
https://youtu.be/GwJ-R3tupAg
33.84708762144531, -118.01831037458899
Norma E. Martinez
Trying to keep up with all of the new apps is one of the most complex things
Press
27 J Schools
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VYOcsw56YLA
39.98778209667537, -104.7703307946366
Will Pierce
How do we help our kids understand the real consequences of engaging online?
Press
Franklin Regional School District
https://youtu.be/MEvSKD452jw?si=wRr7MvHWFJckP1fP
40.42585882410672, -79.66648685421902
Dr. Gennaro R. Piraino
Education isn't the same. The way we finance education shouldn't be the same either
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Lynwood Unified School District
https://youtu.be/0Ix3wYsaOwQ?si=6CzZEKoJmDNDqk6W
33.92643943202173, -118.20019589168288
Christine Arostigue-Manson
ChatGPT can lead to shortcuts or deeper levels of cognition
Press
School District 622 North St. Paul - Maplewood - Oakdale
https://youtu.be/WuaSTu2utwk?si=krm2jpNKlcU3mQxy
45.016407188305166, -92.99468564801863
Christine Tucci Osorio
Mental health supports are important to kids, but friends are more important
Press
Chesapeake Public Schools
https://youtu.be/41plEXOBZZ4?feature=shared
36.71550600726367, -76.25087037116381
Dr. Jeffrey Faust
Technology is a playground as big as the world
Press
Delhi Unified School District
https://youtu.be/5mTSpzvQfy4?feature=shared
37.42994568239773, -120.77875152312939
Jose Miguel Kubes
Our children are digital natives
Press
La Mesa-Spring Valley School District
https://youtu.be/XPc41llRqqA?si=NOf28JaD7BBaNoGj
32.765115214314086, -117.02250949557592
Deann Ragsdale
The more we can involve their children, the more parents want to come
Press
Montgomery County Public Schools
https://youtu.be/pIgDxr1GhBI?si=Zo8Ls7_dAkcwUR2m
39.10786297139405, -77.16088604206568
Dr. Thomas Taylor
We can't be that slow to the game with ChatGPT
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Meriden Public Schools
https://youtu.be/PuNdX_o_NQM?si=GJaxZYcfOXh0Phjm
41.536871081005145, -72.79737567826625
Barbara Haeffner
The cell phone isn't the problem
Press
Lowell Joint School District
https://youtu.be/NZ3N-Hfw_yY?si=ObgXER_dOwfhwt6B
33.93322018178624, -117.97685720674569
Jim Coombs
The discussion also touches on the often contentious relationship between social media and education. Our guests talk about how they manage the impact of social media issues that spill over from online platforms to real-world classrooms, from cyberbullying to misinformation. They also share inspiring examples of students using social media to make a positive impact in their communities, from crowdfunding for park projects to spreading awareness about school activities.
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Dublin City School District
https://youtu.be/_tLepQvuPlk?si=s36FI-1oqnE4IV5L
40.10504365661136, -83.12904830664738
Dr. John Marschhausen
Preparing students for a world with ChatGPT
Press
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Latest SmartSocial.com Podcast Interviews From District Leaders

Josh Weighs In On Instagram's New Safety Features on WFTS-TV in Tampa
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ABC27 in Pennsylvania Investigates Kids, Apps, and Hidden Messages
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Screen Time Addiction and Fortnite Battle Royale Safety on KTLA-TV in Los Angeles
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KHQ-TV in Spokane Reports on SmartSocial.com's App Guide for Parents
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Josh Gives Minneapolis Parents Digital Safety Tips on WCCO-TV
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CBS2 in Los Angeles Promotes SmartSocial.com's Footprint Friday
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Newspapers and Blog Articles Featuring SmartSocial.com

The Intelligencer: Central Bucks warning parents of app dangersUSA Today: Here's how parents can keep kids safe online without spyingKane County Chronicle:Social media expert tells Wredling Middle School students how to shine onlineLifehacker: What Parents Need to Know About the YOLO App for SnapchatNewsday:What Long Island parents need to know about the hugely popular TikTok appBabygaga.com: 20 Apps For Kids That Aren't As Safe As Mom ThoughtGovTech.com: School Safety 2.0: A Focus on Social Media, Mental Health IssuesThe Star: How to keep online profiles light, bright and polite