Tech Talk for Parents

What the Loot - Part 2 (Episode 4)

Kaleb and I continue our discussion of loot boxes in video games. We're looking more into the concern that loot boxes can be a risk for kids to dive into gambling. Is it a real risk? Should parents be concerned? Join us today as we discuss kids, loot boxes, and gambling addiction.

Using Voice Technology for Learning

Season 1: Episode 2 Did you know your Alexa and Google Home device can be use as a learning tool? That's right! Join me as I talk to Irina Fine from Bamboo Learning. Irina shares some guidelines for selecting great Alexa skills for your kids. She also talks about how to naturally fold educational voice activated learning skills into your child's day.

How Kids Can Use Technology to Connect with Nature (Episode 5)

Nature and technology and co-exist! And my guest, Sandi Schwartz joins me today to share some benefits of we see when we connect and engage with nature. She also shares many ways in which we can use technology in our nature explorations. You'll come away with some lots of fun, practical ideas your family can implement today!

Tech Talk for Parents (Pilot Episode)

Season 1: Episode 1 Tech Talk for Parents Premier Podcast Join me for Tech Talk for Parents very first podcast episode! We're diving right in on this episode and discussing how to select apps for kids. The app store can be an overwhelming place for parents. So, let's talk about how to sort through all of the crap apps and get to the really great apps for kids. It's easy when you remember 4 simple C's!

What the Loot!

Today we're diving into the world of gaming and talking about loot boxes. These microtransactions have made there way into many popular video games. And, there are concerns that some game developers are more worried about making money and less worried about the possible effects this is having on our kids. If your kids love video games, you'll want to join Kaleb and I as we talk about Loot Boxes in this episode of Tech Talk for Parents.