Casting the Net - Webwise

In this episode, Webwise Youth Panelist Stephen is joined by Ireland’s Online Safety Commissioner, Niamh Hodnett, to explore the progress being made in keeping people safe online. They discuss the evolving landscape of online safety in Ireland and across Europe, the rights and protections for children and young people, and practical steps we can all take to enjoy a safer and more positive digital...

Consent is a fundamental part of all relationships, but it’s often misunderstood or overlooked. From outdated norms to gendered expectations, the way we talk about consent has been shaped by culture and institutions. In this episode of Casting the Net, Molly from the Webwise Youth Panel chats with Sianna Williams and Alex Black from the Consent-Ed programme about boundaries, consent, and healthy c...

Welcome to part 2 of this episode of Casting the Net. Molly from the Webwise Youth Panel continues her conversation with Sianna Williams and Alex Black from the Consent-Ed programme . In this episode, they dive into reporting and the barriers young people face when asking for help. They also discuss red flags to watch out for in relationships, explain Coco’s Law, and share important advice for tee...

In this episode, we’ll be discussing an important topic that affects everyone — cybersecurity. From hacking to online scams, there’s a lot to watch out for when using technology and being online. We’ll be asking key questions about staying safe online, how to spot and avoid scams, and how keep our information secure.   To get some advice, Webwise Youth Panelist Shriya was joined by Cybersecurity E...

As teens, lots of us get our information from social media, and following influencers can be a great way to discover content that we are interested in, to get tips, inspiration, and be entertained.    We know that many of these influencers team up with brands to promote products or services, but what are the rules around this, and how can you spot an ad or a paid post online?    To find out more,...

From Chatbots that have human-like conversations, to AI that creates new images, music or videos - GenAI is becoming increasingly common in our everyday lives.    While it can help spark creativity and improve efficiency, this technology also poses challenges.    One major concern is the spread of mis and dis information, as GenAI can generate realistic fake content that is indistinguishable from...

From Chatbots that have human-like conversations, to AI that creates new images, music or videos - GenAI is becoming increasingly common in our everyday lives.    While it can help spark creativity and improve efficiency, this technology also poses challenges.    One major concern is the spread of mis and dis information, as GenAI can generate realistic fake content that is indistinguishable from...

In this episode we are going to be exploring a topic that has been getting a lot of attention lately: the "manosphere."   In the last few years we have seen the rise in popularity of divisive influencers such as Andrew Tate, sparking debate and controversy around masculinity, relationships, and gender dynamics.  But how might this affect teenagers? And what are the consequences?  To lear...

In this episode we are going to be exploring a topic that has been getting a lot of attention lately: the "manosphere."   In the last few years we have seen the rise in popularity of divisive influencers such as Andrew Tate, sparking debate and controversy around masculinity, relationships, and gender dynamics.  But how might this affect teenagers? And what are the consequences?  To lear...

Every time we go online, we're giving away information about ourselves. But just how much data are companies collecting from us and what rights do we have in relation to our personal data?  An important protection for all of us is GDPR which came into effect in 2018 and is designed to protect personal data linked to individuals.  In this episode Webwise Youth Panelist Alannah is joined by Jenn...

There have been big steps forward in AI over the past decade. From online shopping to streaming platform, or using the apps on our phones – AI is already changing how we live, learn, and work. One of the AI developments that has attracted a lot of attention since it came on the scene late last year is ChatGPT.  With people excited about the possibilities that it may provide, but also sparking a lo...

There have been big steps forward in AI over the past decade. From online shopping to streaming platform, or using the apps on our phones – AI is already changing how we live, learn, and work. One of the AI developments that has attracted a lot of attention since it came on the scene late last year is ChatGPT.  With people excited about the possibilities that it may provide, but also sparking a lo...

The rapid expansion of the Internet within society has led to marked changes in the way individuals communicate, think and live their lives. Traditionally we got our news from trusted sources, journalists and media outlets that are required to follow strict codes of practice. However, the internet has enabled a whole new way to publish, share and consume information and news with very little regul...

From connecting with our friends, to listening to music, gaming, shopping, watching videos, or doing homework – a lot of our time is spent online. Sometimes, the amount of time we spend online can even cause conflict! We know that there are pros and cons to being online, and that includes what we are doing online, and for how long . Research from Trinity College Dublin shows that striking the righ...

From connecting with our friends, to listening to music, gaming, shopping, watching videos, or doing homework – a lot of our time is spent online. Sometimes, the amount of time we spend online can even cause conflict! We know that there are pros and cons to being online, and that includes what we are doing online, and for how long . Research from Trinity College Dublin shows that striking the righ...

Whether it’s chatting to our friends, doing homework, using social media or gaming – a lot of what we do happens online. The internet provides us with many opportunities for connecting, for entertainment, for support and for learning. And, just like children and teenagers have rights in the offline world, we also have rights online. Why is it important to know what these are? It's to make sure tha...

Misinformation and disinformation is one of the biggest challenges that we face online. As teenagers we get most of our information online, and with so much information out there, it can be easy to come across something that isn’t true. And, on social media and messaging apps, misinformation, conspiracy theories, and rumours can spread really, really quickly. In this episode we explore the topic o...