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title: "Sophisticated Online Safety & AI Alerts for Parents"
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# Sophisticated Online Safety & AI Alerts for Parents

Code Story | Startup Podcast for Technical Founders — S1 E20: Sophisticated Online Safety & AI Alerts for Parents | Brandon Hilkert (Bark) Press Play to Listen While You Browse S1 E20: Sophisticated Online Safety & AI Alerts for Parents | Brandon Hilkert (Bark) Code Story | Startup Podcast for Technical Founders 0:00 42:20 1× Early in his career, Brandon Hilkert shifted from a mechanical engineering focus to tech support for a school district. Through his exposure to IT operations, he drifted towards software and becoming acquainted with building startup solutions. While considering the purpose, legacy and impact of his work, he was approached by his co-founder to create something to alert parents of potential online dangers for kids. This conversation ultimately led to the start of a simple, yet sophisticated internet safety solution for parents and kids… called Bark. Today’s sponsors: Podcorn ( https://podcorn.com/podcasters ) Design Pickle ( https://designpickle.com/codestory/ ) Bark ( https://www.bark.us?ref=CODESTORY ) Links https://www.bark.us/ https://brandonhilkert.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonhilkert/ Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts ! Amazing tools we use: If you want the best publishing platform for your podcast, with amazing support & people – use Transistor.fm . Want to record your remote interviews with class? Then, you need to use Squadcast . Code Story uses the 1-click product ClipGain , sign up now to get 3hrs of podcast processing time FREE! Credits: Code Story is hosted and produced by Noah Labhart , Co-produced and edited by George Mocharko . Be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , Pocket Casts , Google Play , Breaker , YouTube , or the podcasting app of your choice. Checkout our episode stacks on Stacklist! https://stacks.codestory.co/ Advertising Inquiries : https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Latest Season of the Podcast is Sponsored By