KEEP KIDS SAFE

EP 12. What if one of the strongest protections your child has is simply… an involved dad? After interviewing more than 100 pedophiles, ICAC investigator Kevin Cronister uncovered a striking pattern: predators routinely avoid kids who have present, emotionally available father figures. We break down why, learn how a dad’s presence disrupts grooming from the very first step, plus simple everyday ways dads, grandpas, uncles, coaches, and other trusted men can strengthen a child’s sense of safety a

EP 11. Veteran ICAC investigator Kevin Cronister returns to expose the 10-step grooming playbook predators use online. In this eye-opening conversation, we break down the exact red flags kids and parents must recognize — and how to interrupt the process before real harm occurs. This episode is designed so you can even listen with your kids to help them spot danger, speak up, and stay safe. View show notes and links: https://www.podpage.com/keep-kids-safe/blog/how-predators-groom-kids-10-red-fla

EP 10. Predators are using online games like Roblox, Fortnite, and Minecraft to groom kids. ICAC investigator Kevin Cronister explains how it happens, what red flags to watch for, and simple action steps parents can take right away to keep their kids safer. View show notes and links: https://www.podpage.com/keep-kids-safe/blog/protect-kids-in-roblox-fortnite-and-minecraft--kevin-cronister-episode-10/ JOIN Sarah’s Email List for episode updates and related parenting resources: ⁠https://sarahpan

EP 09. Many kids today struggle to bounce back from challenges and that lack of resilience can impact their safety and confidence. In this episode, middle school teacher and family consultant Kelley J. Bell shares faith-filled ways to help kids endure, problem-solve, and see themselves as capable in Christ. Learn how to celebrate effort over outcome and nurture lasting spiritual strength in your children.

EP 08: Former law enforcement officer and founder of Safe Kids Inc., Adam Coughran, shares the H.E.R.O. method (Hide, Escape, Run, Overcome) that schools and families use to stay safe in unexpected real-life emergencies. Learn how to create a simple, age-appropriate family safety plan—without fear or overwhelm. View show notes & links mentioned: https://www.podpage.com/keep-kids-safe/blog/how-to-create-a-simple-family-safety-plan-without-scaring-your-kids-hero-safety-training-episode-08/ JOIN

EP 07: We’re unpacking one of the hardest, most important topics for parents: protecting our kids from child sexual abuse, with a special focus on the growing concern of peer-to-peer abuse. Host Sarah Panus welcomes legal expert Kimberlee Norris of MinistrySafe to share eye-opening insights, including how to spot warning signs, what parents need to know about sleepovers, and why supervision and honest communication are essential. You’ll walk away feeling empowered with practical tips, hopeful st