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[4-5] New Bill Aims to Protect Minors from Exposure to Pornography

By Media Savvy Moms PodcastMar 03, 2022

We try everything in our power to protect our kids. Yet, we’re swimming against a powerful current. Explicit content is a constant threat. Early exposure is almost certain. If we’re serious about protecting our kids then the system has to change. Legislation has to keep pace with digital demands. It’s urgent that governments across the globe act accordingly. Mandatory age verification online can help protect minors from the constant threat of exposure to pornography In this episode, I speak with Canadian Senator Julie Miville-Dechêne who has proposed new legislation. Bill S-210 is an Act to restrict young persons’ online access…

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[4-3] Protect Children NOT Porn: A Rallying Cry for Online Age Verification

By Media Savvy Moms PodcastFeb 02, 2022

What makes you most angry, upset, or frustrated about parenting in the digital age. Think about it and make a mental checklist. Now, shift your focus to what in this world is most worth protecting? Then imagine if the internet would protect children NOT porn? What if you could help make that happen? In this episode, I talk with Helen Taylor, Vice President of Impact for Exodus Cry an organization committed to abolishing sex trafficking and commercial sexual exploitation of all kinds. Helen helps us understand the intersection between pornography and sex trafficking. As well, she shares a simple action…

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[3-34] What it Takes to Realize a City Free From Porn

By Media Savvy Moms PodcastOct 27, 2021

Think about your city. Then think about the children that live there. What are their needs? What are their wants? What is their cry? Once we start asking the right questions, that’s when we start to get answers—solutions. For one woman the solution was to collaborate with her mayor and launch the City Free From Porn campaign. This week, I am thrilled to have Letitia Shelton return to the podcast. You may remember, I spoke with her in season two about instilling value, beauty, and purpose in girls (Ep. #2-9). Back then we briefly talked about the City Free From…

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OnlyFans: from Likes and Follows to Trafficking and Exploitation

By Media Savvy Moms PodcastAug 18, 2021

Ever heard of Only Fans? It’s an online platform where content creators get paid directly by their followers, a.k.a. fans, for the photos and videos they share. But the site is rife with porn and exploitation. And worse, it’s targeting young women in droves with promises of turning likes and follows into instafame and fortune. In this episode, I speak with Meghan Donevan, research director at Talita, a Swedish organization offering exit programs to trafficked and prostituted women. Together, we discuss the inherent problems with platforms such as OnlyFans and its impact on both individuals and society. Plus, strategies parents…

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6 Easy Ways to Talk About the Threat of Pornography with Other Parents

By Media Savvy Moms PodcastAug 11, 2021

Ever wonder how to talk to other parents about the threat of pornography? You started the conversation at home. That’s awesome! But you also know that it takes a village. It would be amazing to know you’re not alone; that others share your same worries and concerns. But how do you break the ice without clearing the room? In this episode, I share not one but six ways to transition casual conversations to the topic of pornography. These tips are designed to help you talk openly with extended family, neighbors, and close friends. We know that pornography grows in the…

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Root Out Pornography with Care, Attention, and Community Awareness

By Media Savvy Moms PodcastJun 09, 2021

Dandelions. Clover. Weeds! Most agree that these invaders are to be eradicated from our lawns and gardens ASAP. If not they will spread and take over. Similarly, we want to root out pornography before it takes hold. Today, Lisa Whitsitt and I are having a conversation about weeds and pornography. Lisa is our Director of Educational Outreach and is very involved in developing community connections for Parents Aware. She is also proactive in reaching out to government leaders to advocate for legislative change to protect children from online harms. Root out pornography As a concerned grandparent (11 times over), Lisa…

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Harnessing the power of youth to end exploitation

By Media Savvy Moms PodcastMar 24, 2021

When I say the words human trafficking what’s the first thing that comes to mind? Kidnapped? Overseas? Impoverished? Or maybe you think of street kids and runaways? Rarely, do we imagine this could be impacting our kids. But it does. Victim or not. Trafficked or not. This is part of the culture they are growing up in. But what if we could harness the creative energy of these youth to end exploitation? test In this episode I am joined by Cheryl Perera, founder of OneChild. This organization has already benefited over 79,000 individuals in 11 different countries. But more than…

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Racism in Pornography: Its Impact on Black Women and Girls

By Media Savvy Moms PodcastFeb 10, 2021

More than a half-century beyond the civil rights movement and America is still fighting to end racism. How does this connect to the conversation of pornography? Think about it. Porn thrives on exploitation. Racism included. But it’s something most people don’t consider. Why is that? What are the consequences of leaving racism in pornography unchecked? Dr. Carolyn West is a Professor of Psychology at the University of Washington, Tacoma. In that capacity, she’s been investigating domestic violence and sexual assault for more than two decades. Recently, she began to look more closely at racism in pornography. What she found was…

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Pornhub Under Fire: Take Action Against Child Exploitation

By Media Savvy Moms PodcastDec 16, 2020

One by one, young survivors have come forward. They’ve told harrowing stories about videos posted on Pornhub that portray their victimization and even their rape. Discover how you can take action against Pornhub today and help put an end to child exploitation online. There are lots of ways to spread awareness: tweets, posts, blogs, podcasts, newspapers, demonstrations, etc. But if we want to see real change in our community we have to engage the policy makers. That means getting involved (just a wee bit) in the legislative process. So, I’m challenging you to write one simple letter. It might not…

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The Strength of Dads in the Fight Against Porn

By Media Savvy Moms PodcastJul 29, 2020

Whose fight is this? You know us. We are moms—media savvy moms. We’re concerned about kids, family, and relationships. But ours is not the only voice needed. Nor is it the only voice being heard. We stand alongside amazing dads. Dads who have a vision for a world without exploitation. It’s this gentle strength of dads to fight porn that will help change the world. Love is the antidote to porn. We know this. And it takes both dads and moms to model what real love looks like for kids. Simply, there are things kids learn from dads, and other…

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