About this episode

Tanya Gioia and Doug Moore discuss the challenges fathers face in protecting their sons from digital threats in today's world.

Episode Description Tanya Gioia sits down with Doug Moore, author of The Vanguard Project: Equipping Fathers to Fight for Their Sons, for a raw and practical conversation about what's really happening to our kids in the digital age — and what parents can do about it. Doug brings a rare combination of wilderness leadership, youth ministry, and clinical nursing experience to a topic most families are navigating blindly. From gaming addiction to pornography exposure to AI chatbots that tell kids everything they want to hear, this episode names the threats clearly and offers real strategies parents can use today. Whether you have a 6-year-old or a 21-year-old, there's something in this conversation that will change how you show up. Key Takeaways Children are being exposed to digital content at increasingly younger ages, with the average first exposure occurring around age 8. Digital activities such as gaming, social media, pornography, and AI chatbots trigger dopamine-driven reward systems, making it difficult for children to stay engaged in real-world activities. A key warning sign is emotional withdrawal—reduced eye contact, less conversation, and increased isolation. These moments…

People in this episode

Host: Tanya Gioia

Guest: Doug Moore

Topics covered

• fatherhood
• digital age
• addiction
• parenting
• youth ministry
• technology
• mental health

Keywords

• digital content
• gaming addiction
• pornography
• AI chatbots
• parental connection
• youth exposure
• emotional withdrawal

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: The Vanguard Project: Equipping Fathers to Fight for Their Sons

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