The Dignify Podcast

12 - You Must Be Joking - Andy Kind & Tony Vino

Ever wondered how to have the awkward conversations about porn, social media and other digital challenges with our child? Listen as Helen chats with two nationally acclaimed comedians and gets them role-playing some conversations. Let's get over the awkward moments, embrace the challenges and smile as we talk!

11 - Sense & Censorship - Reg Bailey CBE

Listen as Helen chats with Reg Bailey CBE about his report he submitted to the government about the commercialisation and sexualisation of childhood. Reg serves on the BBFC, ASA and has years of experience in this arena. Parents, this will help you. 

10 - Beyond Awkward - talking porn with my daughter

This one is personal. Join Helen as she chats with her eldest daughter who reveals she used to watch porn without her mum knowing. Daughter, Bethany, shares openly and provides helpful insights that all parents can learn from. 

9 - Digital Dads - Elliott Rae

Helen chats with Elliott Rae, dad, speaker, author & BBC documentary presenter about how he is working to help fathers navigate their own mental health and provide the best start for their children online and offline. 

8 - In the Headteachers’ Office - Sylvia Tai & Michael Jones

In June 2021 Ofsted reported that sexual harassment is normalised in secondary schools and schools should assume their students are impacted by this. Helen chats with two leading Secondary Headteachers about the harsh realities in their schools and how working in partnership with parents, this toxic culture can change. 

7 - A Courageous Confession - Andrew’s story

Listen as Helen chats with a young man who courageously shares his story of how his internet activity, that started when he was a 10-year-old, escalated. Now, a young man on the sexual offenders register, Andrew is sharing his story to help parents talk more with their own children. 
(parental advisory - this is for parents to listen to - not children)
 

6 - Parents Sue the Government - Cheray & Ioannis Dekas

When Cheray & Ioannis' son saw sexually explicit material online Cheray & Ioannis took drastic action. They sued the government. Listen as Helen chats with them about the story that caused a national stir. 

5 - Consoles, Gadgets & Safe Spaces - Otis & Traysi Matthew

Helen chats with parents and professionals working with children. Otis and Traysi explain how they are helping their own children and other young people understand safe spaces and healthy digital habits. 

4 - Talking Porn - Ian Henderson

Helen chats with The Naked Truth Projects' CEO Ian Henderson about the importance of parents talking to your children and teens about porn. Find out how to make these important conversations a normal part of family life. 

3 - Data & the Metaverse - Mal Fletcher

Helen chats with in-demand futurologist often featured on BBC News and other media outlets as social commentator. Here Mal talks about algorithms, the Metaverse and the impact of social media on how your children think.