Protect Kids Online

About Protect Kids Online

The Protect Kids Online (PKO) Podcast is brought to you by the Wisconsin Department of Justice, Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force. This podcast is designed for parents, grandparents, guardians, or caregivers of children. Get information about the trends and updates on the latest apps, websites, and online activity of children 17 yrs and younger. Topics include: activities of the Wisconsin ICAC Task Force; App of the Week; tips & methods for combating online child exploitation and sextortion; Internet safety laws; cyberbullying; healthy online habits; protecting your child from strangers online; safe sharing tips; and responses to listener questions! Stay informed, and keep your children safe.

Publisher

Wisconsin Department of Justice

Category

education · kids & family · technology

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

27 Jul 2016

Latest episode

29 Aug 2026

Latest episodes

173 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   29 Aug 2026

   School Safety is #1

   In this episode Carl talks with Tricia, the Executive Director with the Wisconsin Department of Justice, Office of School Safety. Tricia describes efforts being made to work with school districts and legislatures to keep our kids safe in their learning environment.

2. 

   3 May 2026

   We Love Puppies!

   In this episode Carl has special guest Tami from the WI ICAC Task Force on to talk about Electronic Detection K9's. Learn all about how these friendly pups can sniff out just about any electronic device that is hidden anywhere. This is such a fascinating tool for ICAC investigators to have not only for ICAC related investigations, but missing persons, etc.

3. 

   13 Feb 2026

   Recognizing Sextortion

   Episode 1 of the new and improved PKO Podcast with Carl! Yes, Carl is back bringing you all the technology and safety updates! In this episode Carl and WI ICAC Commander Jesse Crowe dive into the aspects of Sextortion and the tips and trick to help avoid and or heal from this unsolicited behavior.

Reach and audience

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Apple Podcasts (US)

4.6 / 5

12 ratings

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