The Future of Digital Parenting w/ Tim Estes
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On today’s episode…
How do we raise tech-wise kids in a digital world designed to steal their attention? In this episode, Dr. Kelly Cagle talks with AI expert and dad Tim Estes, creator of Angel Q — a smart browser built to protect kids and empower learning. Tune in for a hopeful, practical vision of what digital parenting can look like.
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The Future of Digital Parenting
with Tim Estes
In this forward-thinking episode of the Parenting IQ Podcast, Dr. Kelly Cagle sits down with tech entrepreneur and father of two, Tim Estes, to unpack how artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the way families interact with technology. With over two decades of experience in the AI field — including work in national security, financial fraud detection, and child protection — Tim brings both technical expertise and heartfelt parenting insights to this powerful conversation.
Building Tech That Serves Families
Tim introduces his latest innovation, Angel Q — a smart browser designed to make the internet a safer and more enriching space for kids. Unlike traditional platforms that profit from endless engagement and attention capture, Angel Q is built with one goal: to serve families by nurturing safe, curiosity-driven learning while protecting kids from online dangers.
What You'll Learn in This Episode:
The true difference between “good” and “bad” screen time, explained with relatable food analogies (hint: tech use should have “proteins” and “vegetables” too!)
Why AI isn't something to fear — but something parents can leverage to empower their kids’ growth
The darker side of tech: how social media platforms exploit dopamine loops, especially in undeveloped brains
How parents can equip their kids to be curious, competent, and confident online
A deep dive into Angel Q’s features — from “parent-controlled AI guides” to text-controlled wind-down timers for screen transitions
A Vision for Healthier Digital Futures
Tim encourages families to rethink how they integrate technology into daily life — not as an all-or-nothing tool, but as a customizable experience guided by values. He describes how his own sons use Angel Q to explore everything from musicians to mathematical concepts — all in a safe, ad-free, and parent-aligned environment.
"Technology is inevitable. But it should be intentional." – Tim Estes
About Tim Estes
Tim Estes is a pioneering executive in Artificial Intelligence and Natural Language Processing, known for founding and leading Digital Reasoning, a leader in unstructured data analytics. His technology became the standard for AI in communications data across the financial sector and supported key defense, healthcare, and law enforcement efforts. After merging Digital Reasoning with Smarsh in 2020, Estes transitioned to angel investing and advisory roles. He is now the CEO and Founder of AngelQ.
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