What’s a Best Friend For?: Episode 938

What’s a Best Friend For?: Episode 938

Author: Focus on the Family January 22, 2026 Duration: 51:26

What works in online dating, plus keeping yourself safe from AI scams, and how close should best friends be? 

Featured musical artist:  About a Mile 

Roundtable: Win With Dating Apps

Dating apps are an integral part of today’s dating landscape. But in using them, what actually works and what doesn’t? Our panel of app-savvy daters share the latest dos and don’ts in the digital dating world.  

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Culture: Artificial Intelligence Alert

Keeping yourself safe online is a must in today’s landscape of digital content and application. You need to protect your identity, finances, personal information and more from bots, scammers and snoops. But with the prevalence (and abilities) of AI, doing so is becoming increasingly tricky. What’s real and what’s fake? What’s legal and what’s not? Cybersecurity expert Rhett Saunders offers insight and tips for identifying pitfalls and staying protected.  

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PDF: Guide for Spotting the AI Scams and Imposters 

Inbox: The Role of a Best Friend

Are there rules around the function of a best friend? Who says? Lisa Anderson weighs in. 

Article: What is a Best Friend? 

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