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The ConnectSafely Report with Larry Magid

A twice-weekly report from ConnectSafely in partnership with CBS News Radio, produced by the nonprofit internet safety organization, ConnectSafely.org and hosted by former CBS News Technology Analyst Larry Magid. The report will cover a wide range of topics including security and scams, cyberbullying, election security meddling and social media.

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Fake audio

The ConnectSafely Report with Larry Magid ·

2026/01/22

Even people who are very smart can sometimes be fooled by AI-generated media.

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Teen gambling

The ConnectSafely Report with Larry Magid ·

2026/01/22

The statistics on teen gambling are startling. Here's some advice for parents.

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How to avoid 'tech neck'

The ConnectSafely Report with Larry Magid ·

2026/01/15

Looking down at a phone, tablet or even computer screen can cause a condition known as "tech neck," the strain and stress placed on the neck and upper spine from looking down at devices for prolonged periods.ConnectSafely education director Kerry Gallagher has advice on how to avoid it.

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What do to if there's another cell phone outage

The ConnectSafely Report with Larry Magid ·

2026/01/15

Millions were impacted by the recent Verizon outage which wasn't the first nor the last time a major carrier stops working. Here's some advice if it happens again.

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Take Control of Your Instagram Feed

The ConnectSafely Report with Larry Magid ·

2026/01/08

These accounts, which require a parent or guardian’s approval, allow teens to request rides and order food while keeping parents informed and in control.

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Uber Teen Accounts

The ConnectSafely Report with Larry Magid ·

2026/01/08

Uber now offers teen accounts so teens can order food or request rides while parents control the budget and get updates on the teen's whereabout during the ride. The accounts also offer safety features and more experienced drivers.

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AI chatbots and emotional issues

The ConnectSafely Report with Larry Magid ·

2025/12/18

The majority of teens are using AI and some are relying on them for companionship and emotional support.

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Safety before punishment

The ConnectSafely Report with Larry Magid ·

2025/12/18

Kids sometimes don't tell their parents about negative online experiences in fear of punishment which is why it's important for parents to emphasize that safety comes first.

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1:01

Can AI encourage eating disorders

The ConnectSafely Report with Larry Magid ·

2025/12/11

ConnectSafely Education Director Kerry Gallagher reports on how generative AI can encourage eating disorders among young people.

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Australia's social media ban for teens under 16 is a...

The ConnectSafely Report with Larry Magid ·

2025/12/11

ConnectSafely CEO Larry Magid weighs in on Australia's law that bans teens under 16 from social media, hoping that US law makers don't follow suit.

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Video games and attention

The ConnectSafely Report with Larry Magid ·

2025/12/04

It's very common for teens to spend many hours a week playing video games, partly because many of those games are engineered to keep them playing longer.

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Safer Internet Day grants

The ConnectSafely Report with Larry Magid ·

2025/12/04

ConnectSafely is offering grants of up to $1,000 to help educators and community organizations organize local events to celebrate Safer Internet Day in the second week of February.

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Teens provide techs support for seniors

The ConnectSafely Report with Larry Magid ·

2025/11/25

Tech Me Kid is a teen run non-profit that provides free tech support for seniors around the world.

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Put away phones during holiday gatherings

The ConnectSafely Report with Larry Magid ·

2025/11/25

If you're looking at your phone during holiday gatherings you're not focusing on your friends and family, but if you put your phone into "do not disturb" mode, at least you won't be tempted by notifications.

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Roblox rolls out age assurance

The ConnectSafely Report with Larry Magid ·

2025/11/20

Roblox is rolling out a system to estimate the age of users to prevent kids from exchanging messages with adults they don't know.

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Not all screen time is equal nor necessarily bad

The ConnectSafely Report with Larry Magid ·

2025/11/20

ConnectSafely education director Kerry Gallagher says that education related screen time for kids is not the same as entertainment. But even online entertainment has a place as long as there is balance.

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CS CBS Report Snap getting advice from youth 11-13-25

The ConnectSafely Report with Larry Magid ·

2025/11/13

Snap, which owns Snapchat is now getting safety advice from young people and it's paying off for the company and their young advisors.We speak with Snap's head of global safelty, Jacqueline Beauchere

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Tech's impact on teen friendships

The ConnectSafely Report with Larry Magid ·

2025/11/13

A report from the American Psychological Association looked how how technology is changing how young people approach friendships

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How tech changes teen friendships

The ConnectSafely Report with Larry Magid ·

2025/11/13

A report from the American Psychological Association looked at how technology is changing how young people approach friendships. ConnectSafely's education director Kerry Gallagher weighs in.

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Snap getting advice from youth

The ConnectSafely Report with Larry Magid ·

2025/11/13

Snap, which owns Snapchat, is now getting safety advice from young people and it's paying off for the company and their young advisors.

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