What Really Happened When I Met the Roblox CEO

I’ve publicly called Roblox a “pedophile hellscape.” Then the CEO invited me to meet.

Thirty minutes. One room. No media. No spin.

In this episode, I take you inside the meeting with David Baszucki, co-founder and CEO of Roblox — and share exactly what was said, what got uncomfortable, and why I left unconvinced that kids are truly safe.

If your child plays Roblox, you need to hear this.

KEY POINTS

• Why Roblox says it’s designed for the “absentee parent”
• The moment the temperature shifted in the room
• Ongoing lawsuits and serious safety concerns
• Why engagement and growth may still outrank child safety
• The uncomfortable truth about parental responsibility
• Five clear steps every parent should take today

QUOTE OF THE EPISODE

“I don’t care what people say. I care what people do. And right now, you’re not protecting our kids.”

RESOURCES

• Roblox is a Paedophile Hellscape [Article]
• 5 Ways to Stay Safe Online
• Parental controls and Roblox specific controls (esafety.org.au)
• The Screen Smart Series [Webinar Series]

ACTION STEPS FOR PARENTS

1. Talk daily – Ask what they’re seeing, who they’re chatting to, and whether anything felt weird or unsafe.
2. Turn on parental controls – They’re imperfect, but better than nothing. Check them regularly.
3. Play with your child – Learn the platform. See what they see.
4. Set clear boundaries – No devices in bedrooms. No screens during family time.
5. Trust your gut – You don’t need permission to say no. How you say it matters.

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