The Switched On Parent

Digital Wisdom for Raising Thriving Children

A practical podcast for parents navigating children’s digital lives with more clarity, confidence and calm. Hosted by Laura Knight, The Switched On Parent explores the questions that matter most — from screen time, boundaries and online safety to privacy, connection, courage and the digital world children are growing up in.

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Rules and Routines that Really Work

In this episode, I’m getting practical about digital routines, boundaries and what it really takes to make the rules in your home stick. We’ll talk about why parenting is not the same as negotiating with a friend, why consistency matters, and how giving children clear, age-appropriate reasons can reduce some of the conflict around devices,...
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Connection, Courage and Choosing Integrity Online

In this episode, I’m exploring what connection really means for children growing up online. We’ll look at why having hundreds of contacts, streaks, likes and messages does not necessarily mean feeling seen or supported, and why online friendships deserve to be taken just as seriously as the relationships happening face to face. I’ll also talk...
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Privacy, Secrecy and Trust Online

In this episode, I’m looking at the difference between privacy and secrecy online, and why I believe younger children need much more visibility and supervision than we sometimes realise. We’ll explore passwords, hidden accounts, boundaries and how digital independence should grow gradually as a child’s judgement develops. I’ll also talk about what secrecy might be...
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Real, Fake and Everything In Between Raising Critical Thinkers Online

In this episode, I’m looking behind the curtain at the design choices that make apps, games and online platforms so difficult to put down. From infinite scroll and autoplay to streaks, notifications and social rewards, we’ll explore how children’s attention is deliberately captured and why so many supposedly free digital experiences come with another kind...
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Nothing Online Is Really Free – Understanding the Digital World

In this episode, I’m looking at what really happens behind the screen when an app, game or platform appears to be free. We’ll explore the attention economy, persuasive design and the ways digital spaces are deliberately built to keep us clicking, scrolling and coming back for more. I’ll also explain why children’s attention and data...
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It’s Not Just About Screen Time

Screen time is one of those topics that can turn an ordinary family evening into a full-blown negotiation. In this first episode, I’m looking beyond the number of minutes children spend on devices and asking a more useful question: what are they actually doing with that time? We’ll explore the idea of a digital media...
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TRAILER

None of us grew up in the digital world our children are navigating today. I’m Laura Knight, and after two decades working as a teacher and digital leader in schools, I’m now asking many of the same questions as a parent around my own kitchen table. The Switched On Parent is here to help you...
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About the Podcast

The Switched On Parent helps parents make sense of digital childhood without panic, blame or simplistic advice. It offers thoughtful, practical guidance for families navigating screen time, online safety, digital influence, routines, relationships and future thriving.

It is a podcast designed to help parents navigate the digital world children are growing up in with confidence.

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Looking for deeper support beyond the podcast? Laura also offers selected opportunities for parent coaching, talks, workshops and future learning experiences designed to help families navigate digital life with greater confidence and clarity.

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Can I work with Laura directly?

Yes. Laura offers selected services and opportunities connected to her work with parents, education and digital life. Please use the enquiry form or contact route provided for current availability.

Does Laura offer parent coaching?

Parent-focused support and coaching offers are planned as part of this growing area of work. Please join the mailing list or check back here for updates.

Will there be courses for parents?

Yes. This page should support future parent courses, practical workshops and downloadable learning resources.

Can Laura speak at our school or parent event?

Yes. Laura speaks and delivers training on AI, digital life and education-related themes, including support for parents and school communities.

Where can I find the episode resources?

All available downloads, links and episode tools will appear in the Resource Library on this page.

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