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While the TikTok ban has been delayed for now, the debate over its impact on kids’ screen time and online safety continues. Many frequent users of TikTok were in turmoil over the potential ban – some saying they were “grieving” the loss of the app.

The reaction to the potential loss of this app begs the question: Do we need to re-evaluate how much value we are putting into it?

Now that this ban is delayed, what steps can parents take to manage the time kids spend on the app and ensure they engage responsibly?

Adam Holz, editor of Plugged In, joins us to discuss this topic, addressing issues such as:

• Setting clear boundaries.
• Creating family rules.
• Having open conversations.
• Encouraging alternative activities.

Even as the apps’ future remains uncertain, by staying involved and creating a safe digital environment, parents can help their kids enjoy TikTok with healthy limits.

Home – Plugged In

Harold Anderson and Barb Tegmire are chaplains for the Albuquerque Police Department. They join us today to talk about the joys and challenges of being in this role and how they began to serve in this capacity. They also talk about an upcoming Chaplaincy training event.

Gain the Chaplain credentials and skills to provide relief in crisis with I.F.O.C.

Travis Yoakum, the Vice President of the New Mexico Boys and Girls Ranch, joins us to share updates about the ranch and their operations.

He shares what the ranches do, talks about their ongoing 4-H Barn building project, and encourages our listeners to get involved in helping the ranches with furniture for their new cottage.

 

The Ranches Home – The Ranches

Brian Cochran of John Moore Associates joins us in this financial update for a continued discussion of Cryptocurrency. He talks about the history of cryptocurrency spanning the last ten years, the current problems relating to cryptocurrency fraud, regulations on cryptocurrency that are being discussed, how politics affects the value of cryptocurrency, and more.

As always, Brian encourages saving and responsible investing, stressing caution especially when considering high-risk and volatile investments like crypotcurrency.

For more information about Brian and John Moore Associates visit the website below:

Principled Financial Planners | John Moore Associates

Marcy Patten of Joni and Friends New Mexico joins us to share about some recent events and to talk about their upcoming Respite Night. Respite Nights are nights when volunteers take care of people with disabilities so that their caretakers can attend to other things for an evening.

New Mexico | Joni and Friends

Dave Feck leads the “Growing in Christ” Life Course with Calvary Church. He shares how he began to lead this course and what those taking it can expect.

Calvary Church’s Life Courses address areas of life from a Biblical perspective. Leaders of Life Courses have experience as well as a Christian worldview that equips them to help meet the needs and challenges of those taking their courses.

Life Courses – Calvary Church | Osuna

Richard and Heather Rogers are leading Calvary Church’s “Financial Peace” Life Course. They talk about how they first began to learn about finances from Dave Ramsey, how this has affected their lives and finances, and what those taking their life course can expect.

Calvary Church’s Life Courses address areas of life from a Biblical perspective. Leaders of Life Courses have experience as well as a Christian worldview that equips them to help meet the needs and challenges of those taking their courses.

Life Courses – Calvary Church | Osuna

Brian Paolini is the Legacy Academy Middle School Principal, and Angelique Torres is the High School Principal. Brian and Angelique share their perspectives on Christian Education, and the amazing growth their school is seeing at all levels from elementary through middle school and high school. THE LEGACY ACADEMY is HOSTING AN OPEN HOUSE IS SUNDAY JANUARY 26TH FROM 10:00 AM TO 2:00 PM. Parents, family members, and students are invited. The school is also looking for passionate educators to join their team! FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT LEGACYACADEMYNM.COM OR CALL US AT 505-831-0135.