The Secure Family Podcast

This is the 50th podcast episode and the third anniversary of founding The Secure Dad. In this special edition of the podcast, I answer the question, "What is one thing you wished every family in America knew?" For more: www.thesecuredad.com/podcast

Working out can present its own unique set of security challenges. In this episode of The Secure Dad Podcast, we discuss what you can do to secure your workout at the gym and while running in public. For more: www.thesecuredad.com/podcast

Cybersecurity is apart of our daily lives. To help us better understand that I welcome Tom Eston of The Shared Security Podcast to the show. We discuss social engineering, VPNs, passwords and red teaming. For more visit: www.theseuredad.com For more on Tom Eston and The Shared Security Podcast go to www.sharedsecurity.net

"Security is always seen as too much until the day it's not enough." - William H. Webster. Being secure can be inconvenient but it is necessary to make ourselves and our families safe. We go over why it's worth the effort. For more visit: www.thesecuredad.com Our Dad Hack today comes from Chad Zueck of A New Kind of Man. For more: www.beanewman.com

Make sure your kids are safe as they head back to school this year. We talk about the hidden dangers in first day of school signs, surveying school security and future changes to school safety. For more visit: www.thesecuredad.com/podcast Also in today's show, Michael of The Man Under Construction shares a great dad hack. Look for his podcast where you're listening to this one.

It turns out there are things we can do to help prevent mass shootings in America. From the media to your neighbors we all have a role to play in making our communities safer for all of us. For more: www.thesecuredad.com/podcast

Kelly Sayre of The Diamond Arrow Group is my guest on today's show. We talk about situational awareness, family safety and parenting. For more visit: www.thesecuredad.com To learn more about The Diamond Arrow Group, visit: www.thediamondarrowgroup.com.

Many people overlook fire safety, but as we discuss in this episode of The Secure Dad Podcast, it can be the difference in life and death. From how to use a fire extinguisher to mapping out a fire escape plan, we cover what you need to know. For more: www.thesecuredad.com

We have our personal carry EDC now we're taking it up a notch today with discussing what to carry in your EDC Bag. We'll go over essentials and I'll share what's in my bag as well. For more visit: www.thesecuredad.com/podcast Also, thanks to Andy The Southern Dad for sharing a Dad Hack with us today. For more on him go to www.positivitystartswithus.com/

Are you prepared for an active shooter event at your workplace? In this episode of The Secure Dad Podcast, we discuss what you need to know to increase your chances of survival well before a shot is ever fired. For more: www.thesecuredad.com

Today on The Secure Dad Podcast we'll answer the most asked question I hear, "What is the best firearm for home defense?" We'll discuss what you need to know. For more visit: www.thesecuredad.com/podcast

In this episode of The Secure Dad Podcast, we discuss how we can make our kids safer in public with a basic understanding of situational awareness. We can do this without alarming our kids and playing fun games. For more: www.thesecuredad.com/podcast Our dad hack today comes from Aaron from Dad in the Trenches. For more from Aaron visit: www.dadinthetrenches.com

Today's show is focused on fatherhood. That means we're talking leadership, protecting those that we love and equipping them for success. My guest on the show is Patrick Antonucci of Dad Hackers. For more from The Secure Dad visit: www.thesecuredad.com/podcast For more on Patrick and Dad Hackers, visit: www.dadhackers.us

Your credit card has been stolen or hacked! What on earth do you do now? In this episode of The Secure Dad Podcast, we discuss what we need to do to stop the threat and restore our account. For more: www.thesecuredad.com/podcast.

Being polite is not always the safest thing. It can get you hurt or killed. In today's podcast, Andy discusses why it's okay not to be polite sometimes. For more: www.thesecuredad.com/podcast

On today's show, we talk with Trooper Bob about driving safely this summer. We'll cover emergencies, road rage and safe driving tips. For more visit: www.thesecuredad.com/podcast

If you're staying in a hotel this summer then you'll want to hear this episode. We'll go over hotel selection, locks and what to look for during your stay. For more visit: www.thesecuredad.com/podcast

In episode 33 of The Secure Dad Podcast, we are gearing up for summer vacation! Learn what you need to do to make sure your family and home are safe. If a vacation is not what you're looking for I'll show you a company that can help you fake it. For more: www.thesecuredad.com/podcast

Have you ever wondered what someone was thinking when they committed a crime? In this episode of The Secure Dad Podcast, we spend a day as a thief. We'll see what he's thinking, what he wants and his motivation to do what he does. Plus Alec Lace of the First Class Fatherhood podcast shares a dad hack with us. For more visit www.thesecuredad.com/podcast

On episode 31 of The Secure Dad Podcast, I talk with Chris Pendas of Staying Safe Self Defense about the mental and physical aspects of personal safety and self-defense. Plus Chris shares a story about evading a potential attacker that we can all learn from. For more visit: www.thesecuredad.com/podcast

In episode 30 of The Secure Dad Podcast, we talk about all things everyday carry. If you take your EDC seriously, this show is for you. Also, there's a new dad hack for us. For more: www.thesecuredad.com/podcast

In episode 29 of The Secure Dad Podcast, we discuss the great Mike Tyson Quote, "Everybody has a plan until they get punched in the mouth." How does this apply to self-defense as well as our lives? For more: www.thesecuredad.com/podcast

In episode 28 of The Secure Dad Podcast, we'll go over home surveillance cameras dos and don'ts. Plus we'll look at three popular do-it-yourself cameras and see how they stack up. For more visit: www.thesecuredad.com/podcast

In an eye-opening episode 27, we learn about screen safety for our families. I learned a lot from my conversation with Dr. Tracy Bennett of Get Kids Internet Safe. Don't miss this one. For more: www.thesecuredad.com/podcast

In episode 26 of The Secure Dad Podcast, we discuss the reality of 911. Spoiler alert: it's not magic. Plus a new dad hack to help your kids learn their phone number. For more: www.thesecuredad.com/podcast

In episode 25 of The Secure Dad Podcast, we take an updated look at stranger danger. What we learned as kids may not be best for our kids today. For more: www.thesecuredad.com/podcast

In episode 24 of The Secure Dad Podcast, we talk about the importance of family network security. I'll explain why this is important and how you can digitally protect your family even if you're not tech savvy. For more: www.thesecuredad.com/podcast

In episode 23 of The Secure Dad Podcast, I sit down and talk with Craig Risoli owner of the High Speed Daddy. Together we discuss the importance of being a protector and a provider for our families. For more: www.thesecuredad.com/podcast

In this episode of The Secure Dad Podcast, we discuss how embracing the adversarial mindset can be used to make your family safer at home. Learn to see what a bad guy sees. Plus, a new dad hack. For more: www.thesecuredad.com/podcast

In episode 21 of The Secure Dad Podcast, we discuss your "security" system. What does that mean for us and what can we do to better protect our families. Plus you may be trading in your guard dog for a guard drone. For more: www.thesecuredad.com/podcast

In episode 19 of The Secure Dad Podcast, we discuss smartphone security for our digital and physical lives. Plus a dad hack that will keep your phone safe from its greatest nemesis, a toddler. Plus more! For more www.thesecuredad.com/podcast

In episode 19 of The Secure Dad Podcast, we'll be discussing the important topic of family preparedness. To help us understand more, Ryan Buford will share ways we can be ready for what life throws at us. For more: www.thesecuredad.com/podcast

In episode 18 of The Secure Dad Podcast, Andy discusses how important it is to secure your garage door. This overlooked area can lead to trouble if you don't make it part of your layered home defense strategy. For more: www.thesecuredad.com/podcast

Living in denial is not only unhealthy, it can be unsafe too! In this episode of The Secure Dad Podcast, Andy goes over two ways denial can be dangerous. Plus what can be learned from the 'Blue Bucket Bandit' and a brand new dad hack. For more: www.thesecuredad.com/podcast

In episode 16 of The Secure Dad Podcast, Andy discusses what human trafficking is, what it means and how close it home it is for all of us. To see the resources mentioned in this episode, go to: www.thesecuredad.com/podcast

Happy New Year! In episode 15 of The Secure Dad Podcast Andy goes over some simple things we all need to do to be safer in 2019. Plus, learn a few things to keep you safer in your car. For more visit: www.thesecuredad.com/podcast.

In installment number 14 of The Secure Dad Podcast Andy tells you what you need to know to make your home safer during the holidays. Plus there are two new dad hacks for holiday travel. And there's one moment where Andy make us all feel old. For more visit: www.thesecuredad.com/podacst

In episode 13 of The Secure Dad Podcast, we'll be talking about being safe while shopping in stores and shopping online this holiday season. Plus for a limited time my book Home Security: The Secure Dad's Guide is only $1.99 in the Kindle Store. www.TheSecureDad.com/books

In episode 12 of the Secure Dad Podcast, Andy takes a look at securing your deliveries from porch pirates. Discover a new high-tech scam they employ to digitally steal your mail. Plus there's a new dad hack that can keep you out of the Urgent Care on Christmas morning. For more visit www.thesecuredad.com/podcast

The Secure Dad shares ways you can talk about personal security with those who you care about who don't think it's a priority. Plus, will robots make us safer? Is AI a replacement for situation awareness? For more, check out www.TheSecureDad.com/Podcast

In episode 10 of The Secure Dad Podcast, Andy discusses some ways that you can secure your front door. Plus, learn how your security camera might help your neighbor and Andy shares a dad hack that can make bedtime easier at your home. For more visit www.TheSecureDad.com/podcast

Andy welcomes Matthew J. Cochran to The Secure Dad Podcast. Matt is a former Marine who is passionate about supporting fathers and families. Matt shares why fatherhood is important and what he does to help keep his family secure. For more visit www.thesecuredad.com/podcast

In the 8th installment of The Secure Dad Podcast, Andy goes over bus stop safety, a dad hack for napping babies and why you might not be able to sit with your back to the door. For more go to www.thesecuredad.com/podcast

In episode 7 of The Secure Dad Podcast, Andy discusses flat tires, emergency preparedness, a mom who stopped a school shooting and the biggest myth in home security. For more check out www.thesecuredad.com/podcast

In this week's terrifying episode The Secure Dad shares about taming nightmares, keeping your kids safe on Halloween and I'll share about the time my home was vandalized. www.thesecuredad.com/podcast

In episode 5 The Secure Dad concludes the discussion on making your family safer in public. He shares about pre-event indicators, levels of awareness and ways to respond to a potential threat. For more visit: www.thesecuredad.com/podcast

In the fourth episode The Secure Dad, Andy discusses how you can be safer in public with your family. For more visit www.thesecuredad.com/podcast

In the third installment of The Secure Dad Podcast, Andy discusses how you can help foster success with your kids, why you need to ditch your dad wallet and the importance of the little voice inside your head. For more visit www.thesecuredad.com/podcast

In this episode, Andy discusses how your phone can get you hurt in public, neighbor spoofing and how to become a hard target for a criminal. Plus he drops some science on you. For more visit www.thesecuredad.com/podcast

In the very first episode of The Secure Dad Podcast, Andy Murphy introduces what The Secure Dad is all about, the most useful item in your EDC and what the foundation of a secure life is built on. To get the show notes for today's podcast go to www.thesecuredad.com/podcast.