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

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Screen-Safe Podcast

Anna Sarjantson

13 episodes

3 days ago

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

Screen-Safe Podcast

17 minutes 45 seconds

1 month ago

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