RedCircle VERIFY_TOKEN_6f233818-c023-413f-bd53-a0ee0190c1eb -- Rendered At Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:52:52 +0000 Awake and Aware - Family Safety https://redcircle.com/shows/peaches-and-bongos en-US All rights reserved. Family Safety & Prevention Garth and Julie Haslem *Watchful & Aware* is a strength-based podcast for parents, teens, and mentors who want practical, real-life tools to keep families safe—without the fear-mongering. Each episode translates expert insights on *grooming, trafficking prevention, online safety, and situational awareness* into simple habits you can use today: how to notice early signals, start calm conversations, set boundaries, and stay connected when it matters most. Hosts *Garth & Julie Haslem* bring a grounded, family-first approach shaped by years of mentoring and community work. You’ll hear short skills episodes, real-world deconstructions of headlines and “near misses,” and conversations with survivors, educators, law enforcement, therapists, and tech leaders. We focus on *what to watch for, what to say, and what to do next*. *What you’ll learn* * Early indicators of grooming and exploitation * Safer tech habits: phones, apps, gaming, location sharing * How to talk so kids keep talking * Safety in public spaces: travel, events, rideshares, parties * Family protocols: meet-ups, code words, check-ins, exits * How to enlist schools, teams, faith groups, and neighbors *Tone & promise:* no sensationalism, no politics—just clear steps, protective connection, and repeatable habits that make your family harder to target and quicker to respond. New episodes weekly. Start anywhere; start today. *Be watchful. Stay aware.* family safety, trafficking prevention, grooming red flags, online safety, situational awareness, parenting, teen safety, digital safety, consent, boundaries, exploitation, community safety 6f233818-c023-413f-bd53-a0ee0190c1eb Watchful & Aware is a strength-based podcast for parents, teens, and mentors who want practical, real-life tools to keep families safe—without the fear-mongering. Each episode translates expert insights on grooming, trafficking prevention, online safety, and situational awareness into simple habits you can use today: how to notice early signals, start calm conversations, set boundaries, and stay connected when it matters most.

Hosts Garth & Julie Haslem bring a grounded, family-first approach shaped by years of mentoring and community work. You’ll hear short skills episodes, real-world deconstructions of headlines and “near misses,” and conversations with survivors, educators, law enforcement, therapists, and tech leaders. We focus on what to watch for, what to say, and what to do next.

What you’ll learn

  • Early indicators of grooming and exploitation
  • Safer tech habits: phones, apps, gaming, location sharing
  • How to talk so kids keep talking
  • Safety in public spaces: travel, events, rideshares, parties
  • Family protocols: meet-ups, code words, check-ins, exits
  • How to enlist schools, teams, faith groups, and neighbors

Tone & promise: no sensationalism, no politics—just clear steps, protective connection, and repeatable habits that make your family harder to target and quicker to respond.

New episodes weekly. Start anywhere; start today. Be watchful. Stay aware.


 family safety, trafficking prevention, grooming red flags, online safety, situational awareness, parenting, teen safety, digital safety, consent, boundaries, exploitation, community safety

]]> episodic no Garth and Julie Haslem ghaslem@gmail.com false full Awake and Aware Part 2 of 2: Todd Nielson - Protecting Our Families and Opening Our Eyes Awake and Aware Part 2 of 2: Todd Nielson - Protecting Our Families and Opening Our Eyes Garth and Julie Haslem In the second half of this powerful episode, the conversation shifts from the streets to the home.

Todd Nielsen shares practical, empowering wisdom for parents, grandparents, and guardians — how to keep your children safe in public spaces, spot red flags in parking lots, and teach awareness through games, connection, and confidence.

He and Julie explore real-life scenarios: what to do if you see something suspicious, how to handle public restrooms with kids, and how to help children develop instinct and courage without living in fear.

This episode ends on a note of hope — the power of strong families, present fathers, and real connection as the first line of defense against a broken world.

Keywords:

Awake and Aware, Julie Haslem, Garth Haslem, Todd Nielsen, family safety, parenting awareness, child protection, situational awareness, teaching kids awareness, parking lot safety, self-defense for women, protecting children, confidence, anti-trafficking education, law enforcement insights, fatherhood, family connection, prevention, intuition, awareness training, personal safety

]]> <p>In the second half of this powerful episode, the conversation shifts from the streets to the home.</p><p>Todd Nielsen shares practical, empowering wisdom for <strong>parents, grandparents, and guardians</strong> — how to keep your children safe in public spaces, spot red flags in parking lots, and teach awareness through games, connection, and confidence.</p><p> He and Julie explore real-life scenarios: what to do if you see something suspicious, how to handle public restrooms with kids, and how to help children develop instinct and courage without living in fear.</p><p> This episode ends on a note of hope — the power of strong families, present fathers, and real connection as the first line of defense against a broken world.</p><h3><strong>Keywords:</strong></h3><p>Awake and Aware, Julie Haslem, Garth Haslem, Todd Nielsen, family safety, parenting awareness, child protection, situational awareness, teaching kids awareness, parking lot safety, self-defense for women, protecting children, confidence, anti-trafficking education, law enforcement insights, fatherhood, family connection, prevention, intuition, awareness training, personal safety</p> 281c7657-9b46-4827-81d6-1aae4f727b9b https://redcircle.com/shows/6f233818-c023-413f-bd53-a0ee0190c1eb/episodes/d7d26f28-96f9-4d62-9ba5-83004229a440 Tue, 14 Oct 2025 20:28:07 +0000 1958 false full Awake and Aware Part 1 of 2: Todd Nielson - Protecting Our Families and Opening Our Eyes Awake and Aware Part 1 of 2: Todd Nielson - Protecting Our Families and Opening Our Eyes Garth and Julie Haslem In this first half of the Awake and Aware conversation, former law enforcement officer Todd Nielsen takes us behind the curtain into the hidden realities of narcotics, prostitution, and human trafficking.

From his years on the streets of San Jose to his insights on how people — often children — are drawn into exploitation, Todd reveals how family breakdown, addiction, and emotional starvation create vulnerability.

This is an unfiltered, eye-opening discussion about what trafficking really looks like, why many victims know their traffickers, and how we can begin to recognize the signs right around us.

Julie and Garth ask the hard questions, uncovering the truth that awareness isn’t about fear — it’s about compassion, education, and courage.

Keywords:

Awake and Aware, Julie Haslem, Garth Haslem, Todd Nielsen, human trafficking awareness, prostitution realities, law enforcement stories, child exploitation, family protection, trafficking prevention, men’s awareness, situational awareness, parenting, family safety, San Jose police, emotional neglect, addiction, survival, self-worth, anti-trafficking podcast, true stories

]]> <p>In this first half of the <em>Awake and Aware</em> conversation, former law enforcement officer <strong>Todd Nielsen</strong> takes us behind the curtain into the hidden realities of <strong>narcotics, prostitution, and human trafficking</strong>.</p><p> From his years on the streets of San Jose to his insights on how people — often children — are drawn into exploitation, Todd reveals how family breakdown, addiction, and emotional starvation create vulnerability.</p><p> This is an unfiltered, eye-opening discussion about what trafficking really looks like, why many victims know their traffickers, and how we can begin to recognize the signs right around us.</p><p> Julie and Garth ask the hard questions, uncovering the truth that awareness isn’t about fear — it’s about compassion, education, and courage.</p><h3><strong>Keywords:</strong></h3><p>Awake and Aware, Julie Haslem, Garth Haslem, Todd Nielsen, human trafficking awareness, prostitution realities, law enforcement stories, child exploitation, family protection, trafficking prevention, men’s awareness, situational awareness, parenting, family safety, San Jose police, emotional neglect, addiction, survival, self-worth, anti-trafficking podcast, true stories</p> 158d425c-6ca2-4e2d-9780-e17a7f5a4c45 https://redcircle.com/shows/6f233818-c023-413f-bd53-a0ee0190c1eb/episodes/e6db7aff-b9c0-411a-84b7-f9c722f9cba6 Tue, 14 Oct 2025 19:45:16 +0000 1531 false