Shownotes
Hector is joined by Kevin Cronister—father of five, cybercrimes detective, and CEO of Guardian Training Solutions—to explore one of the most urgent and uncomfortable threats facing modern families: the growing epidemic of online child exploitation. Kevin pulls back the curtain on the grooming process, shares how predators infiltrate games like Roblox and Fortnite, and explains why a strong, present father figure is the #1 deterrent to child predators. This episode delivers vital tools, real-world stories, and a framework for men who want to embody the protector archetype in a rapidly evolving digital world. It's not just about fear—it's about informed, masculine leadership that protects the most vulnerable. If you're a father or aspire to be one, this episode is a must-listen.
Chapters:
- 00:00:00 - Kicking Off a Must-Hear Conversation for Every Man
- 00:00:56 - Enter Kevin Chronister: Protector, Father, Detective
- 00:01:11 - How the Predator Playbook Has Evolved
- 00:02:00 - Why Dads Can’t Afford to Sit This One Out
- 00:03:35 - Kevin's Raw Story: Juggling Fatherhood and Fighting Crime
- 00:07:32 - 36 Million Reasons This Crisis Can’t Be Ignored
- 00:10:25 - How Online Predators Are Grooming Kids—And Getting Away With It
- 00:17:10 - The Superpower Predators Fear Most: An Engaged Father
- 00:20:03 - The Digital Defense Plan Every Parent Needs
- 00:23:38 - “He’s Just a Friend Online” – Think Again
- 00:24:26 - AI, Deepfakes, and the Future of Predatory Tech
- 00:25:39 - Screen Time Rules That Could Save a Life
- 00:28:33 - Spotting the Subtle Signs of a Grooming Attempt
- 00:34:56 - When Kids Change: What Behavior Might Be Telling You
- 00:39:19 - Easy Wins That Make a Big Safety Impact
- 00:44:48 - Where to Go Next: Tools, Resources, and Real Talk
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