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The Secure Dad Podcast

Every parent is a protector. The Secure Dad Podcast empowers families to live safer, happier lives. Every week host Andy Murphy discusses topics like home security, situational awareness, privacy, and online safety. Plus, he interviews industry experts on how we can all level up our preparedness.

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What is a Flock camera? from 2023-12-06T05:00

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Avoiding Identity Theft from 2023-11-15T04:00

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Taking Your Home Security to the Next Level from 2023-11-01T04:00

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Domestic Violence Awareness with Randy King from 2023-10-25T04:00

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3 Ways to Boost Your Situational Awareness from 2023-10-18T04:00

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The Danger of the "Cool" Parent from 2023-10-04T04:00

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Protecting Kids and Schools with Officer Gomez from 2023-09-27T04:00

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Home Security for Renters from 2023-09-20T04:00

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What is a Street Takeover? from 2023-09-13T04:00

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How To Make A Home Security Camera from 2023-09-06T04:00

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Child Identity Theft: An Unseen Danger from 2023-08-16T04:00

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Back To School Tech Safety with Chris McKenna from 2023-08-09T04:00

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5 Easy Steps to Securing Your Home Wi-Fi from 2023-08-02T04:00

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How to Tell if Your Child is Being Groomed from 2023-07-19T04:00

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Undercover: Trafficking with Heidi Chance from 2023-06-28T04:00

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How Kids Hack Parental Controls from 2023-06-21T04:00

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Bonus: How Scammers Can Trick You Into Participating In Your Own Viritual Kidnapping from 2023-06-14T04:00

In this further discussion of viritual kidnapping, Gonzalo and Pablo explain how one type of scam involves tricking the target into helping to fake their own kidnapping. 

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What Burglars Don’t Want You to Know from 2023-05-17T04:00

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Securing Your Church with Simon Osamoh from 2023-05-10T04:00

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AI Voice Cloning Virtual Kidnappings from 2023-05-03T04:00

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Emergency Financial Preparedness from 2023-04-19T04:00

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Deleting Yourself with Rob Shavell of DeleteMe from 2023-04-12T04:00

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Survive A Fire from 2023-04-05T04:00

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Facial Recognition: Smart Retail vs. Your Face from 2023-03-15T05:00

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Your Cameras Are In The Wrong Place from 2023-03-01T05:00

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Is AI Going To Destroy Us? With The Hosts of The Shared Security Show from 2023-02-22T05:00

Is AI going to destroy us all? Andy poses this question to the tech and security experts of the Shared Security Show. Tom Eston, Scott Wright, and Kevin Johnson w...

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Preventing Child Abductions from 2023-02-15T05:00

This episode is a must-listen for parents! Andy breaks down how kidnappings typically occur and how we can stop them from happening to our families. He’ll equip y...

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Blackout with Patrick McNamara from 2023-02-08T05:00

Andy talks with Patrick McNamara about how he thrived during a 5-Day blackout that threw more than an entire county into darkness. Hear what he did to keep his fa...

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How to Prevent Your Car From Being Stolen from 2023-02-01T05:00

Are you worried about your car being stolen? Andy discusses the latest techniques used by car thieves and how you can defend your car from being stolen. From simp...

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Help! I’ve Been Hacked with Josh Summers of All Things Secured from 2023-01-25T05:00

Being hacked may be one of the most stressful situations we can face. On this episode, Andy talks with privacy advocate Josh Summers of All Things Secured. Togeth...

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The AI Trust Factor: Should You Bet Your Life on Artificial Intelligence from 2023-01-18T05:00

What does ChatGPT say about home security? Andy asks the new chatbot about home security and the influence of AI on the American media. He’ll break down what work...

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Hunting Human Traffickers with Alisa Gbiorczyk from 2023-01-11T05:00

Ever wondered what it took to hunt down human traffickers online? Today Andy talks with Alisa Gbiorczyk a cyber intelligence analyst who uses her past experience ...

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Surviving 2023 from 2023-01-04T05:00

To start the new year off, Andy takes a look at what families need to do in the next 12 months to be safer, stronger, and happier. Listen

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Protection Dogs with Pat Watson of Uncensored Tactical from 2022-12-28T05:00

Pat Watson of Uncensored Tactical joins Andy to talk about family protection dogs. Together they discuss what a protection dog actually does and how they help fam...

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Gaming Safety for Families from 2022-12-21T05:05

With the holidays, kids are asking for new games and consoles. Learn how to navigate gaming for a fun, safe experience. Plus, find out where you can research game...

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Bonus: 2022 Predictions: Did I Get It Right? from 2022-12-21T05:00

In this bonus episode of the podcast, and recounts his earlier predictions for 2022. See how he did! 

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Holiday Tech Tips for Families with Sarah Kimmel of Family Tech from 2022-12-14T05:00

With the holidays approaching, parents need to be aware of the good and bad that technology gifts bring. Sarah Kimmel of Family Tech joins Andy to discuss what pa...

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Porch Pirates 2: The Holiday Heist from 2022-12-07T05:00

‘Tis the season for porch pirates! With all of our Black Friday purchases hitting our porches, thieves are ready to swoop in and make off with our stuff. Andy dis...

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Protecting Our Children in School with Anna Reger of FlipLok from 2022-11-30T05:00

Andy welcomes to the show Anna Reger who is the founder of FlipLok, a fast-acting secondary door lock for homes, businesses, and schools. Anna is a passionate pro...

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What Cops Want You To Know with the Hosts of The Rusty Cuffs Podcast from 2022-11-23T05:00

Today Andy is joined by two active-duty police officers. Together they discuss how to prevent crime, protect our children, and what it’s like to be in law enforce...

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How to Protect Your Family From Phone Scams from 2022-11-16T05:00

Phone scams come in all shapes and sizes. Andy explains how these scams work, the red flags to watch for and how to talk to your senior family members about them....

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OSINT Safety with Aaron Lembo of Jack Of All Tradecraft from 2022-11-09T04:00

Andy welcomes Aaron Lembo to the show to discuss open-source intelligence, travel safety, and security for church mission trips. Aaron is the founder of Jack of A...

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Identifying The Stages Of Grooming from 2022-11-02T04:00

Knowing the signs of grooming behavior may save your child from a sexual predator. Andy talks for the first time about knowing the stages of grooming and how to d...

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Ghost Stories with Greg Williams and Brian Marren of Arcadia Cognerati from 2022-10-26T04:03

Can you see a ghost? Why does your brain scare you into thinking a monster is waiting in the dark? And why do we love urban legends and ghost stories? Andy sits d...

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Bonus: Greg Williams' Wild West Ghost Story from 2022-10-26T04:00

In this special bonus episode, Greg Williams of Arcadia Cognerati shares a ghost story of his own from the wild west. 

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Halloween Safety Tips for 2022 from 2022-10-19T04:00

Halloween is almost here! Learn how to keep your little ghosts and goblins safe while trick-or-treating. Andy will share the real dangers that kids face this time...

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Conflict Resolution at Home with Jason Kreidman of Dad University from 2022-10-12T04:00

Conflicts at home seem spicier than they do at work. Today Andy sits down with Jason Kreidman of Dad University to talk about how we can manage conflicts at home....

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Are Criminals Casing Your Home? from 2022-10-05T04:00:34

Do you know what it looks like when a criminal cases your home? Andy goes over what behavior to look for to spot someone who might be planning to rob your home. A...

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Home Security, Insurance, and Your Privacy from 2022-09-28T04:00:45

Would you want your insurance company monitoring your home like they do with auto trackers? Home alarm systems and insurance companies are teaming up. While this ...

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Safety Tips For Working Late from 2022-09-21T04:00:38

Working late is never fun and it sometimes creates safety issues. Andy walks us through what we can do to be safer when we have to work after hours. Plus, take th...

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Protective Driving with Pablo Ortiz-Monasterio of AS3 Driver Training from 2022-09-14T04:00:36

Andy welcomes Co-Founder of AS3 Driver Training, Pablo Oritz-Monasterio to the show. Pablo will share the mental and physical dynamics of driving under stress and...

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Can A Thief Really Jam Your Alarm System? from 2022-09-07T04:00:56

Is it possible for a thief to jam your wireless home alarm system? Andy takes a look at how wifi jammers and deauth attacks can take your alarm system offline. Pl...

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You're Not An Action Hero (And That's Okay) from 2022-08-31T04:00:05

You’re not an action movie hero, and that’s okay. Andy looks at how overconfidence can hurt us. Plus, how we can take real heroic action when have to rise to the ...

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Vehicle Preparedness with Des of MuthaPrepper from 2022-08-24T04:00:49

When it comes to protecting your family, don’t forget about the importance of preparing your vehicles. Andy sits down with Des of MuthaPrepper to talk vehicle pre...

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A Hard Look At Back-To-School Safety for 2022 from 2022-08-17T04:00:45

As our kids go back to school we need to think not only about their friends and grades but their safety as well. There’s not a parent out there who doesn’t think ...

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Being Your Own First Responder with Walt Settlemyre of The Distinguished Savage Podcast from 2022-08-10T04:00:26

Andy welcomes paramedic, and host of the Distinguished Savage Podcast, Walt Settlemyre to the show. Together they discuss how to keep your family out of danger an...

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Choosing Your Child’s First Smartphone from 2022-08-03T04:00:05

Before we hand our kids or teens a smartphone, we must learn what devices are better for parental controls, monitoring, and ease of use. Andy compares the differe...

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Surviving Severe Weather from 2022-07-27T04:00:45

Andy shares tips on how our families can survive severe weather. From tornados to hurricanes learn what sunny day preparations we need to make to stay safe.   Listen

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Protecting Your Family Like a Professional with Gonzalo of Combat MF from 2022-07-20T04:00:39

Learn what it takes to protect your family like a professional! Andy sits down with Gonzalo of Combat MF to talk about the realities of family protection and what...

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Staying Safe on Vacation from 2022-07-13T04:05:21

Summer is for fun in the sun! Andy shares some simple security tips for family vacations so that we can relax and enjoy the ride. Also, check out the bonus episod...

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Bonus: Securing Your Home for Vacation from 2022-07-13T04:00:50

Andy shares what we can to do to secure our homes before we leave for vacation. These simple steps can keep our home safe while we enjoy our time away. Plus, you’...

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Backyard Security Tips from 2022-07-06T04:00:34

Home security is a 360° job. Today, Andy shares tips on how to secure your backyard including how your tools can be used against you, landscaping ideas, and where...

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Surviving a Gas Crisis from 2022-06-29T04:05:03

Gas prices are high and climbing. National tension is rising due to inflation. Give us one good natural disaster and a gas shortage will be the tipping point for ...

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Bonus: Quick Tips for Protecting Your Car From Gas Theft from 2022-06-29T04:00:35

In this bonus episode of The Secure Dad Podcast, Andy shares how we can all protect our car's gas tank from gas theft. Plus, he identifies how theives will target some cars and tells you how to ...

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Be Your Own Bodyguard with Tony Blauer from 2022-06-22T04:00:52

Tony Blauer is a world-renowned martial art and self-defense instructor. Today Andy talks with Tony about his latest training experience, Be Your Own Body Guard. ...

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BAD Situational Awarness from 2022-06-15T04:00:39

Why do we use so many safety acronyms? What is the OODA loop? Is stop drop and roll really effective? Today Andy discusses safety acronyms and why it’s good to ha...

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Mother Nature Is NOT Trying To Kill You with Rob Nelson from 2022-06-08T04:00:03

Andy welcomes Emmy-award winning outdoorsman and biologist Rob Nelson to the show. Rob will try and convince us that mother nature is NOT trying to kill us. He’ll...

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Lessons Learned: My Wreck from 2022-06-01T04:00:38

After losing a car to a collision last year, Andy recounts how he responded to the situation. He’ll share what he learned and what you can do to make safer decisi...

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Keeping Kids Safe from Online Predators with Chris Hadnagy from 2022-05-25T04:00:52

In a powerful conversation that all parents need to hear, Chris Hadnagy shares with Andy a very troubling online trend involving kids. Through his work at The Inn...

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How People Dress And What It Says About Them from 2022-05-18T04:00:19

Ever get someone’s vibe by what they wear? That’s because how people dress says a lot about how they want to be treated and their intent.

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The Value of Your Privacy with Josh Summers of All Things Secured from 2022-05-11T04:05:03

Your privacy is valuable even if you have nothing to hide. Andy welcomes tech blogger and privacy advocate Josh Summers to the podcast. You may recognize Josh from A...

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Bonus: Life Under Surveillance in China with Josh Summers from 2022-05-11T04:00:39

Josh Summers of All Things Secured lived for many years in Xinjiang, China. He shares with Andy about his time there and the escalation of government surveillance.

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The Criminal At Your Door from 2022-05-04T04:00:15

Protecting your home at your front door is not as easy as it once was. Andy shares two personal experiences with people at his front door to help you stay safe. P...

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How Authentic Masculinity Will Keep Our Kids Safe with Alan Smyth from 2022-04-27T04:00:36

Andy welcomes author and anti-trafficking advocate Alan Smyth to the show. Alan is going to share the work he does to save children from trafficking and how parents ...

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Solo Protector Parenting from 2022-04-20T04:00:55

Ever have all the kids out by yourself? Today, Andy shares what protector parents can do when they are flying solo. This includes being open with your kids about ...

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John Rosemond: The Importance of Security in the Life of a Child from 2022-04-13T04:00:38

Andy is joined by renowned parenting expert John Rosemond (yes, THAT John Rosemond) to discuss the importance of security in the life of a child. This powerful co...

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The Criminal Playbook from 2022-04-06T04:05:58

Ever wonder if criminals have a checklist? There is a criminal playbook of sorts and Andy opens it up for us all to see. It’s a linear process humans use before t...

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Bonus: Online Learning with The Secure Dad from 2022-04-06T04:00:29

This bonus episode is dedicated to online learning with The Secure Dad. You can sign up today for UNLOCKED: Releasing Your Inner Protector Parent.

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Useful Situational Awareness Habits from 2022-03-30T04:00:44

Andy answers listeners’ questions about good situational awareness habits. He shares what we can all do to put ourselves in a position to see trouble before it st...

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Warning Signs of a School Shooter with Arcadia Cognerati from 2022-03-23T05:00:48

Can school shootings be predicted? Can they be stopped before anyone gets hurt? Today Andy welcomes Greg Williams and Brian Marren of Arcadia Cognerati to discuss...

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Hacks for Nonverbal Communication from 2022-03-16T05:00:06

Andy shares with us some nonverbal hacks that we can use to better deter threats and better understand. Plus, he shares with parents how kids can move differently...

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Safety Tips for Home Buyers with Mike Postil from 2022-03-09T05:05:52

How do you know if the new home you want is in a safe neighborhood? Today, Andy welcomes Mike Postil to help answer security questions homeowners have. Mike is an...

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Bonus: Safety Tips for Real Estate Agents with Mike Postil from 2022-03-09T05:00:28

If you are in the real estate profession then you know the risks that come with the job. Mike Postil is a executive protection professional as well as a realtor. Together he and Andy discuss how...

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Securing Your Car At Your Home from 2022-03-02T05:00:44

Vehicle break-ins happen everywhere in America and people are usually shocked that such a crime could happen in their “nice” neighborhood. Today, Andy shares with...

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There I Was When Nothing Happened with Jason Brick from 2022-02-23T05:00:42

Do you have a story that starts out, “There I was… when nothing happened”? That’s what Andy and Jason Brick of The Safest Family on the Block are discussing today...

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Understanding Nonverbal Communication Part 1 from 2022-02-16T05:00:44

Andy takes a look at the importance of nonverbal communication in our daily lives. He’ll share how what we say is just as important as how it is said. Plus how to lo...

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Protecting Your Online Privacy with Rob Shavell of Abine from 2022-02-09T05:00:13

We’ve all wanted to delete our information from the internet at one time or another. On this episode, Andy welcomes the CEO of Abine, Rob Shavell to discuss how w...

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How to Stop Your Mobile Carrier from Tracking Your Family from 2022-02-02T05:00

Your mobile carrier may be tracking you by collecting data like browser history, device location, and app usage to build a profile about you and your family. Andy wi...

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Stocking Your Pantry in a Shortage with Morgan of Rogue Preparedness from 2022-01-26T05:00

With unpredictable supply chain issues, families can find themselves searching the shelves for the food that they need. Today Morgan of Rogue Preparedness joins A...

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Why Road Deaths are Surging and How to Protect Your Family from 2022-01-19T05:00

America’s roads have become more dangerous according to officials. Andy shares his opinion on the contributing factors and what we can do to keep our families saf...

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Shining a Light with Lantern Rescue from 2022-01-12T05:00

January is Human Trafficking Prevention Month. Andy has an unflinching conversation with the founder of Lantern Rescue. He shares some hard facts about what’s goi...

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Being Safer in 2022 from 2022-01-05T05:00

Happy New Year! Andy discusses what protector parents need to focus on to help their families survive and thrive in 2022. He takes a hard look at the reality that we...

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Protecting Your Family from Follow-Home Attacks from 2021-12-29T05:00

Follow-home robberies are trending upward. Good people are being targeted in stores, followed home, and robbed of their purchases. Andy breaks down how these atta...

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Family Holiday Tech with Sarah Kimmel of Family Tech from 2021-12-15T05:00

Getting tech gifts for your family? Know what to do and what to avoid as Andy talks with Sarah Kimmel of Family Tech. Sarah will share her 20 years of experience ...

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Red Flag Behaviors in Our Children with Kimball Lewis of Empowering Parents from 2021-12-08T05:00

Today Andy welcomes Kimball Lews of EmpoweringParents.com. Together they discuss what influences our children’s behavior, what to do about it, and learn to see th...

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Holiday Security Tips from Home Alone from 2021-12-01T05:00

It’s the most wonderful time of the year. Andy shares with us how to keep the holidays secure with a few safety tips demonstrated in the Home Alone films. Plus, y...

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Protecting Your Parents with Dawn Armstrong of ThinkSafe Seminars from 2021-11-24T05:00

As protector parents, we understandably focus our attention on our children. Today, Andy welcomes Dawn Armstrong of ThinkSafe Seminars to talk about protecting ou...

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Human Trafficking at the US Border with Preston Hocker from 2021-11-17T05:00

Executive protection agent Preston Hocker returns to discuss his experience at America’s southern border. Together, he and Andy discuss the human trafficking that...

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Everyday Awareness with Sonny Smith of Six Sight Co from 2021-11-10T05:00

Former Royal Marine Commando and executive protection professional Sonny Smith chats with Andy about everyday awareness and protecting those that we love.<...

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Family Road Trip Safety from 2021-11-03T04:00

Hitting the road this fall for fun and family visits? Make sure you’re prepared for an emergency on the road this season. Learn what you must have with you and a ...

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The Reality of Spycraft with Doug Patteson of Texas Spy Dad from 2021-10-27T04:05

Today Andy welcomes former spy and CIA officer Doug Patteson to the show. Together they discuss the reality of spycraft and what we can do every day to be a harde...

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Bonus: UNLOCKED FAQs and Last Call! from 2021-10-27T04:00

Andy answers any lingering questions you might have about his online course UNLOCKED: Releasing Your Inner Protector Parent.

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Discovering Evidence of Crime 9 Years Later from 2021-10-20T04:05

Today on the podcast, Andy shares his experience discovering a crime that happened 9 years earlier. Find out what it was and what he learned about the criminal mi...

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Bonus: Releasing Your Inner Protector Parent Today from 2021-10-20T04:00

In this special bonus edition of the podcast, Andy shares what makes online learning for parents so important and why taking your family's safety seriously is vital to a happier life.

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Are You Healthy Enough to Survive with Dr. Chad Peters from 2021-10-13T04:05

Andy welcomes the show, Dr. Chad Peters, to answer the question, are you healthy enough to survive? In a fun interview, they discuss how to increase your chances ...

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Bonus: UNLOCKED Favorite Lessons from 2021-10-13T04:00

In this special bonus edition of the podcast, Andy discusses the specific lessons that make UNLOCKED perfect for parents. Plus, he will show you one topic that he covers that no one else is teac...

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Protecting Your Family from Sex Offenders from 2021-10-06T04:05

On the 150th episode of The Secure Dad Podcast, Andy discusses a topic he gets asked about frequently, sex offenders. He’ll define what an offender is and issue a...

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Bonus: First Look at UNLOCKED: Releasing Your Inner Protector Parent from 2021-10-06T04:00

Online learning for parents starts on October 20th! Enroll in UNLOCKED: Releasing Your Inner Protector Parent two weeks from today.

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Understanding Violence with Tim Larkin of Target Focus Training from 2021-09-29T04:00

Violence is violence, right? Thinking like that can get you killed. Andy welcomes author and self-defense expert Tim Larkin to the show. Together they discuss the...

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Understanding Unexpected Environments from 2021-09-22T04:00

As humans, we want to be comfortable and in control. But life has a way of removing us from our comfort zone. Today Andy explains how to make sense of an unexpect...

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Understanding The Bystander Effect from 2021-09-15T04:00

Are people going to help you during a crisis? Andy shares what seems to be a counterintuitive element to group human behavior. Plus, he’ll discuss how you can bre...

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Surviving the Gas Station with Greg Williams and Brian Marren of Arcadia Cognerati from 2021-09-08T04:00

The most dangerous place you go during your day might be your local gas station. Andy is joined by Greg Williams and Brian Marren of Arcadia Cognerati to discuss ...

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Improving Your Chances of Survival from 2021-09-01T04:00

Andy takes on a topic he’s avoided for a long time. Improving your chances of survival not only depends on the ability to predict and avoid threats, it also inclu...

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The Reality of School Security with Spencer Coursen Author of The Safety Trap from 2021-08-25T04:00

Are schools in America considered safe? Andy welcomes Spencer Coursen, author of The Safety Trap to talk about the reality of school safety. What they discuss wil...

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Back-To-School Safety for 2021 from 2021-08-18T04:00

As kids go back to school Andy shares simple ways to make school safer for everyone. He discusses the dangers of some back-to-school pictures, social media red fl...

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Beyond Parental Controls with Chris McKenna of Protect Young Eyes from 2021-08-11T04:00

Andy welcomes the founder of Protect Young Eyes, Chris McKenna to the show to discuss how parents can protect their kids beyond parental controls. Chris is very o...

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The Most Important Element of Safety from 2021-08-04T04:00

Andy breaks down the most important element in personal safety and family protection. Plus, a look into the rise of the QR code menu. Using a QR code at a restaur...

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Online Photo Safety with Claire Rodahaver from 2021-07-28T04:00

Andy is joined by professional photographer Claire Rodahaver. Claire is passionate a...

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Phishing Attacks: How to Protect Your Data from 2021-07-21T04:00

Andy discusses the most common way hackers get personal accounts and corporate secrets, the humble phishing attack. Learn what it is and how you keep from getting...

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Fighting Fire with Jason Patton of Fire Department Chronicles from 2021-07-14T04:00

Jason Patton of Fire Department Chronicles stops by to tell Andy what to do if he finds himself on fire and how to keep that from happening in the first place. Al...

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What to do After a Wreck from 2021-07-07T04:00

Being in a car wreck is a scary situation. When your adrenaline kicks in it may be hard to remember what to do. Andy tells us how to respond after a wreck and how...

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Understanding Ransomware Attacks from 2021-06-30T04:00

What is ransomware and why is it in the news? Andy takes a look at ransomware attacks, how it works and why protector parents need to be aware of it and its effec...

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Protecting Your Kids from the New Drug with Sean Clifford of Canopy from 2021-06-23T04:05

Andy is joined by Sean Clifford, CEO of Canopy. Together they discuss the devastating effects of “the new drug” that is adult material. Hear about the influence i...

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Bonus: How Canopy Protects with Sean Clifford from 2021-06-23T04:00

Andy and Sean Clifford, CEO of Canopy discuss how Canopy protects from online adult material and how it fosters good decision making for users. 

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The Easiest Way to Break into Your Home from 2021-06-16T04:00

In this episode, Andy takes on the easiest way a thief can break into your home. He’ll tell you how it's done and how to stop it. Listen

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The Importance of Boundaries with Randy King of 80:20 Conflict Management Strategies from 2021-06-09T04:05

On the show, Andy welcomes back speaker, author, and conflict management professional Randy King. Together they talk about why we should all embrace and enforce o...

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Breaking Boundaries with Randy King from 2021-06-09T04:00

In this bonus, Randy Kings shares a story about a time he inadvertently violated someone’s boundaries and what he learned from that experience. 

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Staying Safe and Having Fun on the Trail from 2021-06-02T04:00

Enjoy the great outdoors with your family! Today Andy discusses how to have fun and stay safe while hiking. He’ll provide tips on gear, personal protective equipm...

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Social Media and Kid’s Mental Health with Titania Jordan of Bark Technologies from 2021-05-26T04:05

Social media is affecting our children’s mental health. Titana Jordan of Bark Technologies shares with us what we can do as parents to help our kids in their digi...

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What is Sharenting with Titania Jordan of Bark from 2021-05-26T04:00

What is “sharenting”? Titania Jordan of Bark Technologies tells us what we as parents can do to protect our kids and not embarrass them online.

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Myths About Overprotecting Your Kids from 2021-05-19T04:00

Don’t raise victims. Andy tackles three myths about overprotecting our children. From helicopter parents to the news to social media, we all need to boldly raise ...

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The Safety Trap with Spencer Coursen of the Coursen Security Group from 2021-05-12T04:00

Spencer Coursen is a security expert and the author of the upcoming book The Safety Trap. Spencer and Andy discuss what families need to do to stay safe in a dang...

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What The Internet Really Knows About You from 2021-05-05T04:00

Have you ever wondered what information people can find out about you online? Surprisingly, it’s a lot. Learn what’s out there about you and what you can do about...

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Your Inner Hero with Clint Emerson of 100 Deadly Skills from 2021-04-28T04:00

Andy welcomes retired Navy SEAL and #1 New York Times bestselling author Clint Emerson to the show. Together they’ll discuss embracing your inner hero, home secur...

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Password Hacks Everyone Should Know from 2021-04-21T04:00

Are you using one of the most common passwords on the internet? If so it can be hacked almost instantly. Andy walks us through how to create strong passwords to k...

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Surviving Dinner with Greg Williams and Brian Marren of Arcadia Cognerati from 2021-04-14T04:00

Learn how to survive going out to dinner with your family from human behavior pattern recognition experts Greg Williams and Brian Marren of Arcadia Cognerati.  Listen

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In a Perfect World... from 2021-04-07T04:00

In a perfect world, mass shootings wouldn’t happen. In a perfect world, no one would ever harm a child. We don’t live in a perfect world, do we? Andy challenges u...

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Safety in Plain Sight with Chris Pendas of Staying Safe from 2021-03-31T04:00

Andy welcomes back Chis Pendas of Staying Safe Self-Defense to talk about safety in plain sight. Learn how you can position yourself to be successful in protectin...

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Internet Privacy with Tom Eston of The Shared Security Show from 2021-03-24T04:00

Online privacy seems to be disappearing and it’s not getting better any time soon. Andy welcomes back Tom Eston of The Shared Security Show to discuss how we can ...

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The Truth About Child Abductions from 2021-03-10T13:17:01

Andy addresses what parents need to know about child abductions and where our attention needs to be focused most on protecting our kids from being separated from ...

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The Crime That Makes Me Angry from 2021-03-03T05:00

Andy dives into the criminal mind to analyze a crime that makes him angry. Then he’ll analyze what he’s learned to help us all better protect our families when we...

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Human Hacking and Parenting with Chris Hadnagy of Social-Engineer from 2021-02-24T05:00

What is human hacking and how can it make you a better parent? Today Andy welcomes Chris Hadnagy, social engineer extraordinaire to the show to share how we can c...

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The Supreme Art of War from 2021-02-17T05:00

Andy discusses Sun Tzu’s "the supreme art of war" and how we can use this wisdom in our daily lives as protector parents.  

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Threat Discernment with Beverly Baker of Asphalt Anthropology Part 1 from 2021-02-10T05:05

In the first of a two-part conversation, Beverly Baker talks about everyday threat discernment. Plus, she shares how to cl...

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Threat Discernment with Beverly Baker of Asphalt Anthropology Part 2 from 2021-02-10T05:00

In the second part of Andy’s interview with Beverly Baker of Asphalt Anthropology, Beverly shares a scary story about when she was targeted on the street and what...

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A Parent’s Guide to the Dark Web from 2021-02-03T05:00

What is the dark web? If you don’t know, that’s okay. Today Andy gives an overview of what protector parents need to know about the dark web and what to do if you...

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Bonus: UNLOCKED: Releasing Your Inner Protector Parent from 2021-01-27T05:05

Discover how you can sharpen your protector parent skills with a new online course from The Secure Dad, UNLOCKED: Releasing Your Inner Protector Parent.

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Inside Private Investigation with Preston Hocker of Savage Dads from 2021-01-27T05:00

Private investigators can find out all kinds of information about us. Today, Andy talks with Preston Hocker, PI about what we need to know to protect our privacy ...

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How do I Protect my Kids When I’m not Around? from 2021-01-20T05:00

How do we protect our kids when we are not around? Andy takes a look at one of the hardest questions for protector parents.

 

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How to Survive 2021 from 2021-01-13T05:00

Just 13 days into the new year and it seems 2021 is a dumpster fire, too. Learn what you need to know to thrive and survive in 2021 when it comes to avoiding viol...

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Stopping Human Trafficking in Your Hometown with Jerry Gowen of Operation Underground Railroad from 2021-01-06T05:00

Today Jerry Gowen of Operation Underground Railroad speaks with us about fighting human trafficking in our hometowns. This is an issue that affects us all and Jer...

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Behind the Scenes from 2020-12-30T05:00

Today on the show, Andy steps away from the normal format to share some behind the scenes stories about how The Secure Podcast is made and what to look for in 202...

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How to Survive the Holidays with Greg Williams and Brian Marren of Arcadia Cognerti from 2020-12-16T05:00

Learn how to survive the holidays. Today Andy welcomes human behavior experts Greg Williams and Brian Marren of the Left of Greg Podcast to the show. They’ll disc...

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When Crime Comes to your Neighborhood from 2020-12-09T05:00

Today on The Secure Dad Podcast, Andy discusses what to do when crime comes to your neighborhood. He’ll share from his personal experience with something that hap...

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Holiday Security Special from 2020-12-02T05:00

The holidays are fast approaching! Andy shares some simple tips we can all use to secure our home and our family this holiday season. Plus download The Secure Dad...

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Are You Being Followed? from 2020-11-18T05:00

Are you being followed? It’s a question many of us have asked before. In this episode, Andy will share some signs you’re being followed and what to do if you are ...

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Lessons Learned with Jason Brick of The Safest Family on the Block from 2020-11-11T05:00

Andy welcomes Jason Brick of The Safest Family on The Block to the show. Together they will discuss what they’ve both learned as dads since they’ve started their ...

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That Time I Saw a Gift Card Scam in Action from 2020-11-04T05:00

This week Andy shares about a time he intervened to help an alleged gift card scam victim. Learn more about how to prevent this type of crime from happening to yo...

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Basic Dude Stuff with Patrick McNamara from 2020-10-28T04:00

Protecting your family is basic dude stuff and no one knows that better than Patrick McNamara. Today, Andy welcomes Pat Mac to the show to discuss the best ways w...

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Do Burglars Really Break in at Night? from 2020-10-21T04:00

Andy discusses three of the most common misconceptions when it comes to burglaries. Don’t trust your family’s safety to a myth. Know the truth. 

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What we Mistake for Fear from 2020-10-14T04:00

On this show Andy takes a critical look at fear. When we say we are afraid, is that really true or is something else preventing us from finding a solution to a th...

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Know Your Neighborhood from 2020-10-07T04:00

In this episode, Andy talks about why we need to pay attention to our neighborhood so we can keep our family safe. He’ll go over what to look for that may indicat...

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100th Episode: Answering Your Questions from 2020-09-23T04:00

The Secure Dad Podcast celebrates 100 episodes with an Ask Me Anything show. Andy will answer your questions about family protection. Plus, he makes a big announc...

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De-Escalation with Jon and Alex of the Wanted Podcast from 2020-09-16T04:00

Today Andy welcomes Jon and Alex of the Wanted Podcast. Jon and Alex use many tools in their jobs as bounty hunters and de-escalation is the one they utilize the ...

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Finding Sex Offenders in Your Area from 2020-09-09T04:00

It’s important to know who lives around you. Just like you want to know all of the good people, you need to be aware of the bad ones as well. Andy will discuss an...

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Disaster Preparedness from 2020-09-02T04:00

Are you ready for what 2020 throws at you next? Andy discusses how we all need to be ready for the next natural disaster, which very well may be a Sharknado in 20...

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Travel Security with Byron Rodgers of the Protector Nation Podcast from 2020-08-26T04:00

Today Andy welcomes Byron Rodgers of the Protector Nation Podcast to the show. Byron is a Marine Corps Veteran who is making his mark on the world in the field of...

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MiniCast: 4 Rules to Protect Your Child on the Internet from 2020-08-19T04:00

In this episode Andy discusses 4 Rules for Safer Kids Online. We’ll discuss what we need to model as parents, information our family should never share and I go o...

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Dealing with Crisis with Aaron of Dad in the Trenches from 2020-08-12T04:00

Today Andy welcomes Aaron, the host of the Dad in the Trenches podcast. Together they’ll discuss how to manage a crisis like a job loss, personal hardships and ho...

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MiniCast: Freezing Your Child’s Credit from 2020-08-05T04:00

Protect your child’s financial future from scammers by freezing their credit. Andy will talk you through the process because he’s personally done it. Plus find ou...

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Wayfair, Covid 19 and Human Trafficking with Jerry Gowen of Operation Underground Railroad from 2020-07-22T04:00

Andy welcomes back Jerry Gowen of Operation Underground Railroad to discuss how recent events are changing human trafficking. 

 

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MiniCast: Protecting Your Vehicle from 2020-07-15T04:00

Don’t make your car an easy target for a thief. Andy discusses simple and effective ways we can all make our cars more secure. 

 

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MiniCast: Sleep Safer Tonight from 2020-07-08T04:00

Do you lose sleep at night wondering if the front door is locked? Have you ever forgotten to arm your alarm system? Everyone has done this at some point. On the s...

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MiniCast: Surviving Civil Unrest from 2020-07-01T04:00

Over the past few weeks riots and clashes have been happening across the country. In today’s episode Andy discusses 5 things we all need to know to protect our fa...

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Seeing Trouble Before It Starts with Yousef Badou of Emergence Disrupt from 2020-06-24T04:05

On the podcast Andy welcomes Yousef Badou of Emergence Disrupt. Yousef is an expert in threat detection when it comes to situational awareness and behavioral anal...

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Bonus: Avoiding Group Violence with Yousef Badou of Emergence Disrupt from 2020-06-24T04:00

In this special bonus podcast, Yousef Badou of Emergence Disrupt shares his thoughts on avoiding group violence in a riot situation. And there’s a link to his fre...

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MiniCast: Defending Against Identity Theft from 2020-06-17T04:00

Defending yourself and your family from identity theft may sound difficult. On today’s show Andy will share three things we all can do to protect ourselves. Plus ...

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MiniCast: Are You Worth the Fight? from 2020-06-10T04:00

In this MiniCast Andy talks about mindset in a whole new way. He says something in this show that you may have never been told before in your life. 

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MiniCast: Finding Crime in Your Neighborhood from 2020-06-03T04:00

Do you know what crime is happening around your home? There could be home invasions, theft or even armed robberies occurring near you and you may not even know it...

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Bonus MiniCast: Protecting Your Family Vehicle from a Riot from 2020-05-31T01:10:38

Riots are popping up around the United States. Do you know what to do if you’re in your car with your family when you are swept up in a riot? Andy gives some tips...

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Improving Your Protector Skills with Nila (Mil-Spec Mom) of Resilient Security Solutions from 2020-05-27T04:00

Andy's guest on the show is Nila of Mil-Spec Mom and Resilient Security Solutions. They discuss the important issues facing protector parents and how protector sk...

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MiniCast: Reading People with Masks from 2020-05-20T04:00

Just because people are wearing masks doesn’t mean we can’t read them anymore. In this MiniCast, Andy gives three simple things to look for when assessing threats...

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MiniCast: My Trip to Urgent Care from 2020-05-13T04:00

I had to go to urgent care recently. Hear what happened to me, how I showed my son to be his own first responder and laugh at my expense.

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MiniCast: Securing Your Child’s Zoom Meetings from 2020-05-06T04:00

Learn in this MiniCast how to secure your Zoom meetings for your kids and yourself. Plus hear a story about a family friend who had their meeting hacked! <...

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MiniCast: Signs Someone is Casing Your Home from 2020-04-29T04:00

In the first Mini Cast Episode of The Secure Dad Podcast Andy discusses 5 signs a thief is casing your home. Plus, he gives a very good reason for this new, tempo...

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Why We Freeze with Randy King from 2020-04-22T04:00

My guest on the show is Randy King… again! Randy is reality based self defense instructor extraordinaire. Today we discuss why humans freeze and home defense. Sor...

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The Best Defense from 2020-04-15T04:00

What is the best defense for home security? What’s the best defense for an attack? While they each require different actions, the mindset is the same. Discover wh...

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The Reality of Violence with Randy King from 2020-04-08T04:00

My guest on the show is Randy King, reality based self defense instructor extraordinaire. We talk about the reality of violence, de-escalation and how to train ou...

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Defending Against the Covid-19 Virus from 2020-04-01T04:00

What can we do to defend our family from the actual Covid-19 virus? What about the virus itself should we be most worried about? I talk with an emergency medical ...

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Protecting Your Family in a Pandemic Part 2 from 2020-03-26T04:00

Do you know how to protect your family in this Covid-19 pandemic? In the second part of this series, Andy looks at crimes that might affect you during this pandem...

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Protecting Your Family in a Pandemic Part 1 from 2020-03-25T04:00

Do you know how to protect your family in this Covid-19 pandemic? In the first of this two part series, Andy looks at what you can do now to make your family safe...

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Bonus: Teaching Life Skills in Quarantine from 2020-03-21T17:41:38

In this Bonus episode of the podcast Andy takes a few moments to talk about making the most of this quarantine to teach our kids in a way that schools can’t.  Listen

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Preventing Carjackings from 2020-03-18T04:00

A carjacking is frightening enough on its own, but have you ever thought about what to do if you’re targeted with your family? Today we discuss now to minimize th...

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The Skeletor Effect from 2020-03-11T04:00

You probably don’t have an evil mortal enemy. Just because you don’t have one doesn’t mean you’re safe from violence. Learn about this false sense of security And...

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I Almost Messed Up from 2020-03-04T05:00

I almost missed teaching my son a very valuable life lesson. One that’s obvious to his safety and mental health, but I’m not sure when I’d ever have brought it up...

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Advanced Business Travel Security from 2020-02-19T05:00

Back by popular demand, we’re talking more safety tips for business travel. Discover what you can do to make your hotel room safer, how to use Faraday bags and wh...

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Home Security Risks with George Gulla of Tactics and Safety Consultants from 2020-02-12T05:05

Have you ever thought about a risk assessment for your home? Today, George Gull of Tactics and Safety Consultants shares his experience with us on how to make our...

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Bonus: Home Security Risks with George Gulla from 2020-02-12T05:00

Welcome to the very first bonus download of The Secure Dad Podcast. What you’re about to hear happened after George Gulla and I officially ended our interview. (E...

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DIY Smart Home Alarm Systems from 2020-02-05T05:00

With the rise of the smart home, wireless alarm systems have become more user friendly. In this show we talk about what to look for when you buy, install tips and...

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Street Smarts with Beverly Baker of Metro Finishing School from 2020-01-29T05:00

How do we better protect ourselves on the streets? Whether you’re on Skid Row or Main Street USA, Beverly Baker of the Metro Finishing School tells us what we nee...

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The Secure Dad Podcast
Tools for Home Security from 2020-01-22T05:00

Today we discuss some great tools that you can get that will bolster your layered home defense strategy. Plus are you about to lose your home alarm system? Listen...

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Basic Business Travel Security from 2020-01-15T05:00

How do you protect yourself when you travel? Do you think about it at all? I’ve traveled a lot for my career. In this episode I share my experiences and my though...

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Combating Human Trafficking with Jerry Gowan of Operation Underground Railroad from 2020-01-08T05:00

Today on the show I welcome Jerry Gowen the Executive Director of Operation Underground Railroad. Jerry will share with us the mission of OUR, signs of a traffick...

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20 for 20 from 2020-01-01T05:00

Happy New Year! As we look at 2020 I share 20 things we need to do this year to live safer, happier lives. For more: Listen

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Securing Your Holiday Season from 2019-12-18T05:00

The holiday season poses it’s own set of unique security risks. Learn how to secure your home this Christmas. Plus Tom Eston of the Shared Security Podcast and Ke...

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Know Fear with Tony Blauer from 2019-12-11T05:00

Coach Tony Blauer talks with us today about what it means to Know Fear. Plus hear how you can better protect yourself and your family. For more: www.thesecuredad....

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The Dangers of Car Stickers from 2019-12-04T05:00

Did you know a predator can profile your children based on the stickers you put on your car? Find out the risks for window decals in this episode. Plus I share wh...

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Warning Signs of School Attackers from 2019-11-20T05:00

How do we prevent school shootings and violence? The answer is to know the signs of a potential attacker. To better protect our children, we must all know the war...

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The Secure Dad Podcast
The Crime We Create from 2019-11-13T05:00

We can create our own crime. There are things we do unintentionally that will make us an easy target for a thief. Learn what they are and how to defend yourself a...

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The Secure Dad Podcast
Smart Home Security Risks from 2019-11-06T05:00

Smart home devices are fun, but there are some security risks. Discover ways to make your home smarter and safer. For more: www.thesecuredad.com/podcast

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Protecting Houses of Worship with Ami Toben of Protection Circle from 2019-10-23T04:00

Ami Toben of Protection Circle talks with us about effective ways we can secure our house of worship. Don’t ask what will it cost to protect your church, ask what...

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Parking Lot Security for Families from 2019-10-16T04:00

I feel that families are most vulnerable in public when they are loading their kids into the car. In this episode we discuss parking lot safety for adults and fam...

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Dangerous Myths About Student School Attackers from 2019-10-09T04:00

There are a lot of myths that surround student-led attacks at schools. When we understand what’s real and what’s not, then we can act to make our kids safer at sc...

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Mental EDC from 2019-10-02T04:00

Today we’re talking about everyday carry in a whole new way, your Mental EDC. Learn three basic skills we need to have to thrive and survive. EDC is more than what you keep in your pockets, it’s...

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Preparing for the Unexpected with Morgan of Rogue Preparedness from 2019-09-25T04:00

Is your family ready for the next unexpected emergency? It could be a family financial crisis, a wildfire or someone trying to rob you. On the show today, Morgan ...

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The Secure Dad Podcast
What Makes a Crime? from 2019-09-18T04:00

What makes a crime? We discuss the most troublesome of all shapes, the crime triangle. By understanding crime better than we can use it to make ourselves safer. F...

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Key Factors of Family Protection from 2019-09-11T04:00

This is the 50th podcast episode and the third anniversary of founding The Secure Dad. In this special edition of the podcast, I answer the question, “What is one...

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The Secure Dad Podcast
Securing Your Workout from 2019-09-04T04:00

Working out can present its own unique set of security challenges. In this episode of The Secure Dad Podcast, we discuss what you can do to secure your workout at...

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Cybersecurity with Tom Eston of The Shared Security Podcast from 2019-08-28T04:00

Cybersecurity is apart of our daily lives. To help us better understand that I welcome Tom Eston of The Shared Security Podcast to the show. We discuss social eng...

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Security Ain’t Convenient from 2019-08-21T04:00

“Security is always seen as too much until the day it’s not enough.” - William H. Webster. Being secure can be inconvenient but it is necessary to make ourselves ...

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Making Back to School Safer from 2019-08-14T04:00

Make sure your kids are safe as they head back to school this year. We talk about the hidden dangers in first day of school signs, surveying school security and f...

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The Secure Dad Podcast
How Can We Prevent Mass Shootings? from 2019-08-07T04:00

It turns out there are things we can do to help prevent mass shootings in America. From the media to your neighbors we all have a role to play in making our commu...

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Family Safety with Kelly Sayre of The Diamond Arrow Group from 2019-07-31T04:00

Kelly Sayre of The Diamond Arrow Group is my guest on today’s show. We talk about situational awareness, family safety and parenting. For more visit: www.t...

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The Secure Dad Podcast
Family Fire Safety from 2019-07-24T04:00

Many people overlook fire safety, but as we discuss in this episode of The Secure Dad Podcast, it can be the difference in life and death. From how to use a fire ...

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Everyday Carry Bag from 2019-07-17T04:00

We have our personal carry EDC now we’re taking it up a notch today with discussing what to carry in your EDC Bag. We’ll go over essentials and I’ll share what’s ...

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Surviving a Workplace Shooting from 2019-07-10T04:00

Are you prepared for an active shooter event at your workplace? In this episode of The Secure Dad Podcast, we discuss what you need to know to increase your chanc...

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Best Firearm for Home Defense? from 2019-06-26T04:00

Today on The Secure Dad Podcast we’ll answer the most asked question I hear, “What is the best firearm for home defense?” We’ll discuss what you need to know. For...

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Situational Awareness for Kids from 2019-06-19T04:00

In this episode of The Secure Dad Podcast, we discuss how we can make our kids safer in public with a basic understanding of situational awareness. We can do this...

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Fatherhood with Patrick Antonucci from 2019-06-12T04:00

Today’s show is focused on fatherhood. That means we’re talking leadership, protecting those that we love and equipping them for success. My guest on the show is ...

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What to do When Your Credit Card is Hacked from 2019-06-05T04:00

Your credit card has been stolen or hacked! What on earth do you do now? In this episode of The Secure Dad Podcast, we discuss what we need to do to stop the thre...

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Politeness Can Get You Hurt from 2019-05-29T04:00

Being polite is not always the safest thing. It can get you hurt or killed. In today’s podcast, Andy discusses why it’s okay not to be polite sometimes. For more:...

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Driving Safe with Trooper Bob from 2019-05-22T04:00

On today’s show, we talk with Trooper Bob about driving safely this summer. We’ll cover emergencies, road rage and safe driving tips. For more visit: www.thesecur...

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Hotel Security Tips from 2019-05-15T04:00

If you're staying in a hotel this summer then you'll want to hear this episode. We'll go over hotel selection, locks and what to look for during your stay.  Listen

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Summer Travel Safety from 2019-05-08T04:00

In episode 33 of The Secure Dad Podcast, we are gearing up for summer vacation! Learn what you need to do to make sure your family and home are safe. If a vacatio...

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032 Adversarial Mindset: Day As a Thief from 2019-05-01T04:00

Have you ever wondered what someone was thinking when they committed a crime? In this episode of The Secure Dad Podcast, we spend a day as a thief. We’ll see what...

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031 Staying Safe: A Conversation with Chris Pendas from 2019-04-24T04:00

On episode 31 of The Secure Dad Podcast, I talk with Chris Pendas of Staying Safe Self Defense about the mental and physical aspects of personal safety and self-d...

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030 EDC from 2019-04-17T04:00

In episode 30 of The Secure Dad Podcast, we talk about all things everyday carry. If you take your EDC seriously, this show is for you. Also, there’s a new dad ha...

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029 Everybody Has a Plan Until... from 2019-04-10T04:00

In episode 29 of The Secure Dad Podcast, we discuss the great Mike Tyson Quote, “Everybody has a plan until they get punched in the mouth.” How does this apply to...

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028 Home Security Cameras from 2019-04-03T04:00

In episode 28 of The Secure Dad Podcast, we’ll go over home surveillance cameras dos and don’ts. Plus we’ll look at three popular do-it-yourself cameras and see h...

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027 Screen Safety: A Conversation with Dr. Tracy Bennett from 2019-03-27T04:00

In an eye-opening episode 27, we learn about screen safety for our families. I learned a lot from my conversation with Dr. Tracy Bennett of Get Kids Internet Safe...

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026 911 Isn’t Magic from 2019-03-20T04:00

In episode 26 of The Secure Dad Podcast, we discuss the reality of 911. Spoiler alert: it’s not magic. Plus a new dad hack to help your kids learn their phone num...

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025 Stranger Danger from 2019-03-13T04:00

In episode 25 of The Secure Dad Podcast, we take an updated look at stranger danger. What we learned as kids may not be best for our kids today. For more: www.the...

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024 Family Network Security from 2019-03-05T21:19:44

In episode 24 of The Secure Dad Podcast, we talk about the importance of family network security. I’ll explain why this is important and how you can digitally pro...

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023 Protector, Provider: A Conversation with the High Speed Daddy from 2019-02-27T05:00

In episode 23 of The Secure Dad Podcast, I sit down and talk with Craig Risoli owner of the High Speed Daddy. Together we discuss the importance of being a protec...

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022 The Adversarial Mindset: Home Defense from 2019-02-20T05:00

In this episode of The Secure Dad Podcast, we discuss how embracing the adversarial mindset can be used to make your family safer at home. Learn to see what a bad...

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021 Your “Security” System from 2019-02-13T05:00

In episode 21 of The Secure Dad Podcast, we discuss your “security” system. What does that mean for us and what can we do to better protect our families. Plus you...

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020 Smartphone Security from 2019-02-06T05:00

In episode 19 of The Secure Dad Podcast, we discuss smartphone security for our digital and physical lives. Plus a dad hack that will keep your phone safe from it...

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019 Family Preparedness: A Conversation with Ryan Buford from 2019-01-30T05:00

In episode 19 of The Secure Dad Podcast, we’ll be discussing the important topic of family preparedness. To help us understand more, Ryan Buford will share ways w...

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018 Securing Your Garage from 2019-01-23T05:00

In episode 18 of The Secure Dad Podcast, Andy discusses how important it is to secure your garage door. This overlooked area can lead to trouble if you don’t make...

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017 The Danger of Denial from 2019-01-16T05:00

Living in denial is not only unhealthy, it can be unsafe too! In this episode of The Secure Dad Podcast, Andy goes over two ways denial can be dangerous. Plus wha...

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016 What is Human Trafficking? from 2019-01-09T05:00

In episode 16 of The Secure Dad Podcast, Andy discusses what human trafficking is, what it means and how close it home it is for all of us. To see the resources m...

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015 Being Safer in 2019 from 2019-01-02T05:00

Happy New Year! In episode 15 of The Secure Dad Podcast Andy goes over some simple things we all need to do to be safer in 2019. Plus, learn a few things to keep ...

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014 Holiday Home Security from 2018-12-19T05:00

In installment number 14 of The Secure Dad Podcast Andy tells you what you need to know to make your home safer during the holidays. Plus there are two new dad ha...

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013 Holiday Shopping Safety Tips from 2018-12-12T05:00

In episode 13 of The Secure Dad Podcast, we’ll be talking about being safe while shopping in stores and shopping online this holiday season. Plus for a limited ti...

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012 Defeating Porch Pirates from 2018-12-05T05:00

In episode 12 of the Secure Dad Podcast, Andy takes a look at securing your deliveries from porch pirates. Discover a new high-tech scam they employ to digitally ...

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011 How To Talk with your Family about Security from 2018-11-28T05:00

The Secure Dad shares ways you can talk about personal security with those who you care about who don’t think it’s a priority. Plus, will robots make us safer? Is...

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010 Securing Your Front Door from 2018-11-21T05:00

In episode 10 of The Secure Dad Podcast, Andy discusses some ways that you can secure your front door. Plus, learn how your security camera might help your neighb...

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009 A Tactical Dad: An Interview with Matthew J. Cochran from 2018-11-14T05:00

Andy welcomes Matthew J. Cochran to The Secure Dad Podcast. Matt is a former Marine who is passionate about supporting fathers and families. Matt shares why fathe...

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008 What Does it Mean When You Can't Sit with Your Back to the Door? from 2018-11-07T05:00

In the 8th installment of The Secure Dad Podcast, Andy goes over bus stop safety, a dad hack for napping babies and why you might not be able to sit with your bac...

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007 The Biggest Myth in Home Security from 2018-10-31T04:00

In episode 7 of The Secure Dad Podcast, Andy discusses flat tires, emergency preparedness, a mom who stopped a school shooting and the biggest myth in home securi...

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006 Halloween Safety from 2018-10-24T04:00

In this week’s terrifying episode The Secure Dad shares about taming nightmares, keeping your kids safe on Halloween and I’ll share about the time my home was van...

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005 How to be Safer in Public: Part 2 from 2018-10-19T04:01

In episode 5 The Secure Dad concludes the discussion on making your family safer in public. He shares about pre-event indicators, levels of awareness and ways to ...

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004 How to be Safer in Public: Part 1 from 2018-10-17T04:00

In the fourth episode The Secure Dad, Andy discusses how you can be safer in public with your family. For more visit www.thesecuredad.com/podcast

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003 The Little Voice Inside You from 2018-10-12T04:01

In the third installment of The Secure Dad Podcast, Andy discusses how you can help foster success with your kids, why you need to ditch your dad wallet and the i...

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002 How Your Phone Can Get You Hurt from 2018-10-08T13:37:19

In this episode, Andy discusses how your phone can get you hurt in public, neighbor spoofing and how to become a hard target for a criminal. Plus he drops some sc...

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001 Security is a Mindset from 2018-10-05T22:49:17

In the very first episode of The Secure Dad Podcast, Andy Murphy introduces what The Secure Dad is all about, the most useful item in your EDC and what the founda...

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