The Secure Family Podcast

Updated: 18 Jun 2025 • 355 episodes
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Hosted by Andy Murphy, The Secure Family Podcast is your trusted source for practical tips and expert advice to keep your family safe at home, online, and in public. With a focus on empowering parents, each episode delivers simple, actionable strategies to help you protect what matters most. From securing your house to navigating digital safety and staying aware in everyday situations, this podcast makes family safety second nature. The information shared on The Secure Family Podcast is for general information only. The Secure Family Podcast is a production of The Secure Dad ®.

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The Best Firearms for Home Defense: A Comprehensive Guide for Families   Join Andy on The Secure Family Podcast as he breaks down the best firearms for home defense, emphasizing the importance of making informed and safe choices. From shotguns and AR platform rifles to handguns, Andy discusses the pros and cons of each

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Keeping Kids Safe Online: Insights from an NSA Cybersecurity Expert   In this episode of The Secure Family Podcast, host Andytalks with Ben Gillenwater, an ex-NSA cybersecurity expert and The Family IT Guy on TikTok. They discuss the importance of cybersecurity for kids, especially during the summer when screen time of

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Enhancing Family Safety with Situational Awareness: Top Tips   In this episode of The Secure Family Podcast, Andy discusses the importance of situational awareness for family safety. He shares three essential security habits that can help parents protect their families from potential threats.   Topics include checking

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Understanding Security Camera Systems with Josh Summers   In this episode of The Secure Family Podcast, Andy discusses the crucial aspects of home security cameras with Josh Summers, the expert behind the 'All Things Secured' YouTube channel.    They dive into the differences between wired and wireless systems, the imp

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How to Spot and Prevent Drowning   In this episode, Andy shares crucial insights for parents on how to keep their kids safe around water. Andy recounts a personal and emotional story of a near-drowning incident that underscores the importance of vigilance and understanding the silent nature of drowning.   Drowning Does

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Creating a Secure Home: Safe Rooms and Home Security with Samuel Fish   In this episode, Andy discusses the importance of home security with Samuel Fish, a security expert and founder of Shield Security Doors. The conversation covers the creation of safe rooms, the cultural differences in home security between the US a

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