Oct 16, 2024
Enhancing Family Safety with Ed Calderon
In episode 300 of The Secure Dad Podcast, host Andy Murphy talks with security specialist Ed Calderon about teaching children self-protection.
Ed Calderon, known for his expertise on security issues along the U.S.-Mexico border, shares insights on how parents can prepare their children for real-world dangers, discussing the importance of engagement and real-world exposure to improve situational awareness. The discussion also covers non-verbal cues of potential danger, like body language and drug-influenced behaviors, while sharing personal stories and strategies for fostering resilience and vigilance in children.
For more on Ed Calderon: https://www.edsmanifesto.com/
Watch the Interview with Ed: https://youtu.be/yf4tO6AzP1o
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00:00 Introduction to The Secure Dad Podcast
00:42 Celebrating Episode 300
01:01 Cybersecurity Awareness Month Tips
01:24 Protect Your Data with DeleteMe
02:03 Enhancing Home Security with FlipLok
02:59 Meet Ed Calderon: Security Specialist and Dad
07:49 Teaching Kids Self-Protection Skills
27:45 Eddie Gallagher and the Importance of Engaging with Kids
31:37 Recognizing Red Flags: Hands, Feet, and Awareness
38:06 Understanding Behavioral Cues and Drug Recognition
41:21 The Value of Life Lessons and Overcoming Nightmares
46:25 Embracing Life's Challenges and Mentorship
53:21 Ed's Final Thoughts and Where to Find More
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