Free range parenting vs. the zero-risk state
Free range parenting vs. the zero-risk state  
Podcast: On Point with Meghna Chakrabarti
Published On: Wed Sep 16 2026
Description: A Virginia mom let her 5-year-old son take a walk alone in her gated community. The authorities found out and now she’s on Virginia's child abuse and neglect registry. Who decides what's in a child's best interest. *** Thank you for listening. Help power On Point by making a donation here: wbur.org/giveonpoint