Jack's Parent Tech Support Show
Welcome to The Parent Tech Support Podcast, hosted by Jack Hughes—a passionate advocate for online child safety. Growing up, Jack discovered all the workarounds to parental controls firsthand. His own experiences with online exposure and outsmarting parental restrictions taught him a valuable lesson, one he now channels into helping parents protect their children in today’s tech-filled world.
On this podcast, Jack shares practical, secure ways to set up parental controls, offers ongoing support, and provides crucial education for parents who want to ensure their kids stay safe online. Through each episode, gain peace of mind and discover effective methods to navigate the internet’s challenges, equipped with Jack’s insights and proven techniques. For any parent concerned about screen addiction, online predators, or simply wanting to create a safer digital environment—this is the podcast for you.
Jack's Parent Tech Support Show
3 Dangerous Myths Parents Believe About Parental Controls (And How to Fix Them)
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In this eye-opening episode, I expose three dangerous myths about parental controls that leave kids vulnerable online—even when parents think they’ve done everything right. Drawing from my own experiences as a tech-savvy kid (and the tricks I used to bypass restrictions), I’ll show you why common strategies like blocking browsers or limiting screen time aren’t enough. Here’s what we’ll cover:
1️⃣ Myth #1: Blocking Safari/Chrome stops internet access.
➜ How kids use “backdoor browsers” in apps like Google Docs, News, and even Settings.
2️⃣ Myth #2: Screen time limits prevent tech problems.
➜ Why 30 minutes on YouTube can be riskier than 5 hours on a chess app.
3️⃣ Myth #3: No social media = no exposure to inappropriate content.
➜ The hidden dangers of platforms like Roblox, Discord, and even YouTube Kids.
🎯 BONUS TIP: Why “set it and forget it” parental controls fail—and how ongoing monitoring saves the day.
What You’ll Learn:
• How to block internet access entirely (not just browsers) using Screen Time settings.
• Why knowing what your child does online matters more than how long they’re online.
• Tools like OpenDNS and router controls to safeguard your home network.
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00:00 Introduction: Common Myths About Parental Controls
00:28 Myth 1: Blocking Browsers Shuts Off Internet Access
00:44 Myth 2: Screen Time Limits Solve Tech Problems
01:15 Myth 3: No Social Media Means No Inappropriate Content
01:41 Bonus Tip: Continuous Monitoring is Key
02:34 Deep Dive: Blocking Browsers and Internet Access
08:40 Deep Dive: Screen Time Limits and Their Effectiveness
10:46 Deep Dive: Social Media and Other Online Dangers
14:34 Conclusion: Stay Involved and Informed