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Episode 111 – Ending Sexploitation Podcast  This episode is all about the KIDS Act and why it poses a threat to the safety of kids online. Haley McNamara (Executive Director at NCOSE) and Dani Pinter (Director of the NCOSE Law Center) discuss the reasons that this legislation has been so suddenly fast-tracked and supported by Big Tech. The language in this bill might sound good at a quick glance, but a closer scrutiny of the wording by our team of experts reveals a much darker reality.    TAKE ACTION: https://bit.ly/Action-KIDSact   Read our Legal Review of the KIDS Act: https://endsexualexploitation.org/KIDSactLegalReview   Read our Press Statement: https://tinyurl.com/38x6dmh6   Politico Article about the coalition to oppose the KIDS Act: https://tinyurl.com/yaxsp9xp   DONATE to support this work: https://NCOSE.com/Donate  

Episode 110 – Ending Sexploitation Podcast  Haley McNamara (Executive Director at NCOSE) is joined by Lily Moric (Communications and Content Strategist at NCOSE) to discuss Kik – a popular messaging app that one convicted sex offender described as a "predator's paradise." After thoroughly testing Kik in recent months, our team has discovered that the new so-called "safety features" are not what they seem to be. Haley and Lily chat about the features and why they aren't actually making the app any safer.  Read our blog about Kik: https://tinyurl.com/4xr6vc42  Read The Hill article where Kik is called out by Senator Marsha Blackburn: https://thehill.com/policy/technology/5921714-marsha-blackburn-kik-kids-safety-report/  Join us in standing up to Big Tech: https://EndSexualExploitation.org/DONATE  

Episode 109 - Ending Sexploitation Podcast Dani Pinter, Esq. (Chief Legal Officer and Director of the NCOSE Law Center) is joined by Khari James, Esq. (Senior Legal Counsel at the NCOSE Law Center) to discuss the recent FTC complaint that was filed by Fairplay and NCOSE over the harms that have happened – and continue to happen – on Roblox. They chat about the details of what Roblox is, what the concerns have been in the past, and what still needs to change for Roblox to be safe for kids and families today.     Read about the FTC Complaint: https://tinyurl.com/mpuz9kxp  PARENTS! Get more resources at our newly launched Parent Center: https://ParentCenter.org/  Join us in telling Big Tech: "Don't Mess With Our Kids!" - https://EndSexualExploitation.org/Donate/  

Episode 107 – Ending Sexploitation Podcast  When larger institutions speak up, the conversation in our culture and around the world can start to shift.  Haley McNamara & Dani Pinter discuss 3 recent headlines that illustrate the importance of leaders and prominent institutions speaking up about sexual exploitation. Pope Leo XIV released his first encyclical, which addresses many aspects of emerging technology – particularly Artificial Intelligence. The United Nations issued a statement from experts Reem Alsalem and Ana Brian Nougrères on the complicity of online pornographic platforms and other intermediaries in sexual exploitation of women and girls. The FTC has received a complaint filed by Fairplay and NCOSE with support of many partner organizations alleging that the design of Roblox puts kids at risk.   Support this podcast by donating to the work at NCOSE: https://EndSexualExploitation.org/DONATE  Read our blog about the FTC complaint against Roblox: https://endsexualexploitation.org/articles/fairplay-and-ncose-file-complaint-with-federal-trade-commission-ftc-over-roblox-harms-to-children/  Read the articles referenced in this episode:  https://www.vaticannews.va/en/pope/news/2026-05/pope-leo-xiv-encyclical-magnifica-humanitas-ai.html  https://www.ohchr.org/en/press-releases/2026/05/un-experts-alarmed-complicity-online-pornographic-platforms-and-other  https://fortune.com/2026/05/20/exclusive-advocacy-groups-file-complaint-roblox-manipulative-design/  Follow us on Instagram and submit questions for the podcast! https://www.instagram.com/endexploitation/ 

Episode 106 - Ending Sexploitation Podcast Haley McNamara (Chief Strategy Officer and Executive Director at NCOSE) and Dani Pinter (Chief Legal Officer and Director of the NCOSE Law Center) talk about the lawsuit against Twitter (now X) and the implications of the Supreme Court choosing not to take the case. Dani explains the heartbreaking story behind John Doe 1 & 2 before they dive into the details of what made this case so strong and why this decision is so disappointing. The fight isn't over, however, so listen to this episode to find out what the next steps are and where the fight against big tech and sexual exploitation will go from here!     DONATE to the work of the NCOSE Law Center: https://endsexualexploitation.org/DonateLawCenter/   Read our Press Statement about the decision: https://endsexualexploitation.org/articles/scotus-declines-to-hear-child-exploitation-case-against-twitter-x-teeing-up-battle-in-congress-over-section-230-reform/   Follow us on Instagram and submit questions for the podcast! https://www.instagram.com/endexploitation/  

Episode 105 – Ending Sexploitation Podcast  Haley McNamara (Executive Director and Chief Strategy Officer at NCOSE) sits down with Layne Shill, the Director of the Parent Center at NCOSE. They discuss what the Parent Center is and how it will help keep kids safe online in this growing world of technology and A.I.  Check out the Parent Center: https://parentcenter.org/  Follow the Parent Center on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parent_center/   Donate to the Parent Center: https://parentcenter.org/donate  

Episode 104 – Ending Sexploitation Podcast  Haley McNamara (Executive Director and Chief Strategy Officer at NCOSE) talks about the latest news about Meta as the big tech company appears to be threatening to shut down service in New Mexico over the legal fight with the state's Attorney General. She also talks about the recent change in the United Kingdom where Pornhub is apparently letting Apple users back on its platform. These are major developments that beg the question: Are big tech companies actually making improvements because of the legal and legislative roadblocks they are facing, or are they simply adapting to new strategies and continuing on as usual?     Read Haley's Op-ed about Meta: https://thehill.com/opinion/technology/5850924-zuckerberg-meta-stop-child-sexual-abuse/  Follow us on Instagram and submit questions for the podcast! https://www.instagram.com/endexploitation/  Donate to support our work: https://EndSexualExploitation.org/Donate/  

Episode 103 - Ending Sexploitation Podcast  This episode is for informational and educational purposes.   Haley McNamara is joined by Tori Hirsch and Megan Griffin to discuss the GUARD Act. They take a closer look at what it is and what some of the supporters and detractors have said about it. Megan Griffin is the Public Policy Advocacy Manager at NCOSE, and Tori Hirsch works as Legal Counsel at the NCOSE Law Center. Both Megan and Tori bring their unique expertise into this discussion to help you get to the core of what this legislation is. Would this law actually protect kids from the potential harms of AI Chatbots? Watch or listen to this episode to find out!    Read the GUARD Act for yourself: https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/3062/text   Read our Press Statement: https://tinyurl.com/e8t67pzm   Follow us on Instagram and submit questions for the podcast! https://www.instagram.com/endexploitation/   Support NCOSE: https://EndSexualExploitation.org/DONATE/ 

Episode 102 - Ending Sexploitation Podcast Haley McNamara (Executive Director and CSO at NCOSE) is joined by cybersecurity expert Nicolas Moy. They discuss the PC gaming platform, Steam. It has made a return to our annual Dirty Dozen list as a mainstream contributor to sexual exploitation due to its lack of safety for minors as well as the normalization of sexual violence. Haley and Nicolas discuss what Steam is and what needs to happen for it to be a safer place for gamers of all ages.    Learn more about Steam: https://endsexualexploitation.org/steam/   Check out the 2026 Dirty Dozen List: www.DirtyDozenList.org    Follow us on Instagram and submit questions for the podcast! https://www.instagram.com/endexploitation/  DONATE to this work to End Sexual Exploitation: https://endsexualexploitation.org/donate/  

Send us Fan MailParents have been raising concerns about social media for years—and now the courts are starting to catch up. In this episode, we're joined by Tori Hirsch, legal counsel at the National Center on Sexual Exploitation (NCOSE), to break down two major court cases involving Meta. We unpack the New Mexico case, where the company was found liable under consumer protection laws, and the California bellwether trial examining social media addiction through product liability. Along the way, Tori explains why these cases matter, why Section 230 didn't block them, and how platform design is becoming a key legal battleground. We also discuss what came out in court about algorithms, infinite scroll, internal warnings, and the gap between parental control tools and what families can actually use. And we address the question parents hear all the time: “Where are the parents?” These cases reinforce what many families already know—parents matter, but they were never meant to carry this alone. RESOURCESLegislative Work to Keep Kids Safe Online - nextTalk 16 Year Old's Suicide from Sextortion.How do we protect our kids? - nextTalk Mason's Mom Warns of Social Media Challenges - nextTalk Cyberbullying - nextTalk Talking to your Kid about Grooming - nextTalk My child is ready for social media. Where should I start? - nextTalk Parenting YouTube - nextTalk Walker's Promise - nextTalk CBS Article Support the showKEEPING KIDS SAFE ONLINEConnect with us...www.nextTalk.orgFacebookInstagramContact Us...admin@nextTalk.orgP.O. BOX 160111 San Antonio, TX 78280

Episode 100 - Ending Sexploitation Podcast In this episode, Haley McNamara (Chief Strategy Officer and Executive Director at NCOSE) and Dani Pinter (Chief Legal Officer and Director of the NCOSE Law Center) discuss the recent article in the New Yorker exploring the story behind Sam Altman and OpenAI. Most of you are familiar with their ChatGPT platform, but what about the man and company behind that popular chatbot? Haley and Dani take a closer look at the inconsistent claims about safety that have come from Altman over the past few years and discuss whether or not users should trust what he has to say.  New Yorker article: https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2026/04/13/sam-altman-may-control-our-future-can-he-be-trusted   Check out the 2026 Dirty Dozen List: www.DirtyDozenList.org   Read our blog about the Promise and Peril of AI: https://endsexualexploitation.org/articles/the-peril-and-promise-of-artificial-intelligence/   Follow us on Instagram and submit questions for the podcast! https://www.instagram.com/endexploitation/  

Caroline Callicutt, Social Media Manager, National Center on Sexual Exploitation, talks about their Dirty Dozen list that includes Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg. Shrines and Wonders takes us to Castel Gandalfo, and Joan Lewis checks in from Rome. Plus, Fr. Robert Spitzer visits to discuss his research on the Shroud of Turin.

With the rapid rise of sexual exploitation through AI and other digital platforms, in conjunction with too few laws to confront this crisis that impacts both children and adults, the Dirty Dozen List reveals 12 of the worst corporate offenders contributing to this perfect storm of exploitation. Haley McNamara, Executive Director and Chief Strategy Officer at the National Center on Sexual Exploitation, joins us with the eye-opening offender details and how you can respond effectively! Dirty Dozen List 2026 - NCOSE (https://endsexualexploitation.org/dirty-dozen-list-2026/)

Episode 99 - Ending Sexploitation Podcast The Dirty Dozen List for 2026 has arrived! Haley McNamara (Chief Strategy Officer and Executive Director at NCOSE) and Dani Pinter (Chief Legal Officer and Director of the NCOSE Law Center) provide a closer look at a few of the targets on this year's list and talk about why they are included. They also answer a few questions from the audience about this year's DDL.   Check out the 2026 Dirty Dozen List: www.DirtyDozenList.org  Watch the full 2026 DDL Reveal Event here: https://www.youtube.com/live/gG96493c7OI   Follow us on Instagram and submit questions for the podcast! https://www.instagram.com/endexploitation/  

Having fun discussing a guest pitch...all that matter is someone is a member of LGBTQ, not their talents?? Your calls, and then Hayley McNamara from NCOSE (fighting sex abuse) explains the social media lawsuits, says it is good news.

Haley McNamara (Chief Strategy Officer and Executive Director at NCOSE) and Dani Pinter (Chief Legal Officer and Director of the NCOSE Law Center) discuss the recent Netflix documentary, "Inside the Manosphere," and how it exposes a contradictory view of sexual exploitation. Then they take a closer look at the recent trial verdicts in Meta cases in New Mexico and California. These are landmark victories in the movement to end sexual exploitation, but the fight is far from over, and Haley and Dani talk through the opposition and what the next steps look like.  Follow us on Instagram and submit questions for the podcast! https://www.instagram.com/endexploitation/   Learn more about how NCOSE holds Big Tech accountable through our annual Dirty Dozen List: www.DirtyDozenList.org  Learn more about the New Mexico case against Meta: https://endsexualexploitation.org/articles/breaking-jury-finds-meta-liable-for-child-harm-and-sexual-exploitation/  Learn more about the California case against Meta: https://endsexualexploitation.org/articles/victory-meta-and-youtube-lose-high-profile-social-media-addiction-trial/  Reuters article about New Mexico case verdict: https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/boards-policy-regulation/jury-orders-meta-pay-375-mln-new-mexico-lawsuit-over-child-sexual-exploitation-2026-03-24/   Watch Haley in the deposition for the Meta case: https://x.com/NCOSE/status/2036581999964520843/video/1  

Episode 97 - Ending Sexploitation Podcast Dani Pinter (Chief Legal Officer and Director of the NCOSE Law Center) is joined by Lina Nealon (Director of Strategic Partnerships at the Institute for Families and Technology) to talk about the ongoing social media trials that have featured some incredible and heartbreaking pieces of evidence. They discuss what led up to the trials and why it's so significant for the future.  Learn more about how NCOSE holds Big Tech accountable through our annual Dirty Dozen List: www.DirtyDozenList.org  View the evidence gathered by The Tech Oversight Project: https://techoversight.org/bigtechontrial/ Learn more about Lina's work at the Institute for Families & Technology: https://www.instituteforfamiliesandtechnology.org/ Check out their Phone-Free Schools campaign: https://phonefreeschoolsreport.org/ Learn about ParentsRISE: https://parentsrise.org/ Follow Nicki Petrossi on Scrolling 2 Death: https://www.scrolling2death.com/  For more help for parents in this arena as well as many others, please check out https://ParentCenter.org  You can get regular updates and resources from our experts as well as information on the launch of our exciting new tool later this year! 

Ending Sexploitation Podcast - Episode 96 Tim Nester (Vice President of Communications at NCOSE) takes a closer look at A.I. as he listens to a talk from Adam Dodge from the Global CESE Summit in 2024. He also provides some helpful tools & resources that parents can use to better protect and prepare their families to navigate this new world of emerging technology. For more help for parents in this arena as well as many others, please check out https://ParentCenter.org  You can get regular updates and resources from our experts as well as information on the launch of our exciting new tool later this year! There are many other resources mentioned in this episode, so you'll find the links below:      NCOSE Parent Center: https://ParentCenter.org  Read our blog: https://endsexualexploitation.org/articles/the-peril-and-promise-of-artificial-intelligence/  AngelQ AI: https://www.angelq.ai/  GameSafe: https://www.gamesafe.ai/   Troomi: https://troomi.com/  Gabb: https://gabb.com/  Bark: https://www.bark.us/  Cyber Dive Parent Dashboard: https://help.cyberdive.co/en/articles/10118385-how-does-the-parent-dashboard-work  DejaVuAI: https://dejavuai.co/  Thorn's Safer Predict: https://www.thorn.org/blog/introducing-safer-predict-using-the-power-of-ai-to-detect-child-sexual-abuse-and-exploitation-online/ 

Ending Sexploitation Podcast - Episode 95 Haley McNamara (Chief Strategy Officer and Executive Director at NCOSE) sat down to chat with Marcel van der Watt (CEO and President at NCOSE) to talk about the issue of sextortion. What is it and how pervasive is this issue around the world? Haley helps to define some issues and highlights some current examples. Marcel shares from his own experience in law enforcement as well as shares from recent studies that take a closer look at this. We have a number of resources below, and please don't hesitate to comment below if you have any specific questions or are looking for a resource! GET HELP NOW... *The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) 24-hour hotline is 1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678)  *NCMEC Take It Down tool: https://takeitdown.ncmec.org/  *Cyber Civil Rights Initiative: https://cybercivilrights.org/   *CCRI Image Abuse Helpline: 1-844-878-CCRI (2274)  MORE RESOURCES: Global Organized Crime Index: United States - https://ocindex.net/assets/downloads/2025/english/ocindex_profile_united_states_2025.pdf Blog: Sextortion is the Largest Blackmail Operation in Human History - https://endsexualexploitation.org/articles/sextortion-the-largest-blackmail-operation-in-human-history/  Webinar: Unmasking the Sextortion Crisis Online - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=whnWaXfMSyc 

The Ending Sexploitation Podcast - Episode 94 Tim Nester (Vice President of Communications at NCOSE) steps in to host this episode, and he is joined by Jake Ostler from the International Protection Alliance. They discuss the current battles that are happening around the globe in the efforts to keep kids safe online, and they talk about some things that parents and others can do to be proactive in this movement. Jake is a founding member of International Protection Alliance and leads their survivor support initiatives. He has an Undergraduate Degree in Psychology, a Master's Degree in Social Work with a focus on Global Practice, and a certificate in Anti-Human Trafficking from Vanguard University. He has been working with survivors of sexual violence since 2016. This work has taken place in over 10 countries, focusing on Asia and the US. He has worked with survivors of online sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, human trafficking, child marriage, torture, and other types of violence. Jake is a therapist in Utah. Internationally he manages care teams that directly support survivors. He provides training and consultation both domestically and internationally to organizations that work to support survivors. Learn more about CDA Section 230: https://endsexualexploitation.org/cda   Tell your representative to pass KOSA: https://advocacy.charityengine.net/Default.aspx?isid=2560  DONATE to the National Center on Sexual Exploitation: https://EndSexualExploitation.org/Donate  Learn more about The International Protection Alliance: https://ProtectAll.org    

Ending Sexploitation Podcast - Episode 91 Dani Pinter, Esq., (Chief Legal Officer and Director of the NCOSE Law Center) is joined by Eleanor Kennelly Gaetan, Ph.D., (Vice President and Director of Public Policy at NCOSE) to discuss the importance of passing the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) in 2026. Big tech continues to fight against this vital legislation, but we aren't giving up. Dani and Eleanor break down the current hurdles to overcome to get this across the finish line, and they share some of the human stories behind the bill.   Tell your representative to pass KOSA: https://advocacy.charityengine.net/Default.aspx?isid=2560 Donate to support our Public Policy work: https://endsexualexploitation.org/donate 

Ending Sexploitation Podcast EPISODE 89 Haley McNamara (Chief Strategy Officer and Executive Director at NCOSE) and Dani Pinter (Chief Legal Officer and Director of the NCOSE Law Center) take a look back at 2025 and the wins and challenges we saw in the movement to end sexual exploitation. Reviewing our 2025 Gratitude Report (which you can find in the link below), they chat about the monumental moments in the courtroom, corporate offices, and on Capitol Hill.   Learn more about our 2025 Gratitude Report and download your copy: https://endsexualexploitation.org/articles/the-2025-gratitude-report-is-here-together-we-are-the-wave/  DONATE to support the work of NCOSE in 2026 and beyond: https://EndSexualExploitation.org/Donate  

As we usher in the New Year, Dani Pinter, Director of the Law Center for the National Center on Sexual Exploitation joins to share this year's 'Dirty Dozen List' and why they are sounding the alarm on updating the ever-so outdated Communications Decency Act, in order to protect vulnerable minds and hearts on the internet. We also revisit with Bishop Michael Burbidge from a segment earlier in the year discussing the importance of protecting from the womb to the tomb, and why we should rely on our Blessed Mother as we mark the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God this weekend. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN Radio.

Episode 88 The U.S. government is considering an executive order that could severely limit each state's ability to protect its residents, so Haley and Dani take a closer look at why this is a serious threat to safety – especially for kids. A.I. is developing at a rapid rate, and it's essential that we don't repeat the same mistakes we made when previous technological leaps were made. At the dawn of the internet, smart phones, and social media, protection for the most vulnerable was a low priority when compared to profit and innovation. We need to speak up now before lawmakers and Big Tech create another accountability shield like Section 230. *DONATE to NCOSE to join this movement: https://EndSexualExploitation.org/Donate  *Read the letter that over 20 organizations signed urging the President NOT to sign this executive order: https://ifstudies.org/blog/mr-president-its-time-to-put-kids-first-in-ai-policy  *A.I. Safety Index from Future of Life Institute: https://futureoflife.org/ai-safety-index-winter-2025/  

Episode 87 Haley McNamara (CSO and Executive Director at NCOSE) and Dani Pinter (CLO and Director of the Law Center at NCOSE) sit down to discuss the summary judgment decision that essentially dismissed the case against Pornhub from 10 survivors who were exploited on their platform. Dani walks us through the history of the case, her analysis of the decision, and what is next for this case. Read more about this case: https://endsexualexploitation.org/articles/10-women-denied-justice-in-pornhub-xhamster-lawsuit-but-the-fight-continues/  Learn more about Section 230: https://endsexualexploitation.org/communications-decency-act-section-230/  Donate to the Law Center to help continue their pro bono work: https://endsexualexploitation.org/donatelawcenter  

Dani Pinter, Chief Legal Officer and Director of the NCOSE Law Center, is joined by Teresa J. Helm, Public Policy Outreach Manager And Survivor Services Coordinator at NCOSE, to talk about the release of the Epstein files. After years of survivor leaders like Teresa pushing this movement forward, congress finally took action and passed legislation to release the files. Teresa, an Epstein survivor and incredible leader at NCOSE, shares her reaction to the news and what this journey has meant to her and others. Read our press statement: https://endsexualexploitation.org/articles/victory-epstein-files-transparency-act-signed-into-law/   Learn more about the NCOSE Law Center: https://endsexualexploitation.org/law-center/   Read about our commitment to walking alongside survivors: https://endsexualexploitation.org/walking-alongside-survivors/  

Ending Sexploitation Podcast (Episode 83) Character.AI has announced a surprising and encouraging change to their platform that would restrict usage to 18+ users. It remains to be seen how accurate and reliable their system handles age verification, and Haley McNamara and Dani Pinter discuss the lead up to this monumental change for a major player in the AI companion bot space. Sign this petition to have other AI companies make this change! https://advocacy.charityengine.net/Default.aspx?isid=2673      Read the NCOSE press statement on the new GUARD Act: https://endsexualexploitation.org/articles/children-are-victims-of-ai-chatbots-guard-act-will-add-necessary-guardrails/  Read the article on Mashable about this announcement from Character.AI: https://mashable.com/article/character-ai-teens-no-longer-allowed-open-ended-chats-with-chatbots Read the full report From HEAT Initiative and Parents Action Together on AI Kids' Accounts: https://heatinitiative.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/HEAT_REPORT_CharacterAI_FINAL_PM_29_09_25.pdf 

Roblox continues to be one of the most popular AND most dangerous online platforms for kids. Haley McNamara (CSO and Executive Director at NCOSE) is joined by Tim Nester (VP of Communications at NCOSE) to discuss the current state of Roblox safety – or lack thereof – as well as the recent lawsuits that families are filing against the gaming company. Then Tim and Haley dive into recent reports about the Instagram algorithm that has been serving up violent content that many are labeling as “gore” content.   Learn more about Roblox on our Dirty Dozen List: https://endsexualexploitation.org/roblox/ Read the CBS News article about Instagram “gore”: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/instagram-violence/ Contact Congress to END Section 230 Immunity for Big Tech! https://endsexualexploitation.org/DDL230-action  

Top headlines for Monday, October 20, 2025We cover the growing controversy surrounding OpenAI as a national anti-sexual exploitation group urges the company to halt plans for allowing erotica on ChatGPT. We examine new legal trouble for Gateway Church, now facing RICO allegations in an amended class-action lawsuit. Plus, President Donald Trump issues a stark warning to Hamas amid reports of violent internal crackdowns, and a new study reveals that most churchgoers aren't convinced the Bible offers clear guidance on homosexuality and transgender issues. 00:11 NCOSE calls on OpenAI to halt erotica rollout for ChatGPT01:08 Gateway Church accused of violating RICO02:00 Trump threatens Hamas with renewed violence over killings02:47 James MacDonald says he settled defamation lawsuits for $10M03:39 Michael Youssef unveils faith-based chatbot rooted in Scripture04:30 Obama accuses liberals of adopting 'holier-than-thou superiority'05:17 Most churchgoers don't think Bible has clear LGBT teachingsSubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsNCOSE calls on OpenAI to halt erotica rollout for ChatGPT | EntertainmentGateway Church accused of violating RICO | Church & MinistriesTrump threatens Hamas with renewed violence over killings | WorldJames MacDonald says he settled defamation lawsuits for $10M | U.S.Michael Youssef unveils faith-based chatbot rooted in Scripture | Church & MinistriesObama accuses liberals of adopting 'holier-than-thou superiority' | PoliticsMost churchgoers don't think Bible has clear LGBT teachings | U.S.

OpenAI's Sam Altman has announced that adult users will be able to access “erotica” as part of their efforts to “treat adults like adults” on the platform. Is this really the best use of technological innovation? Is this where the resources and priorities of companies like OpenAI should be channeled? Haley McNamara and Dani Pinter from NCOSE chat about this new development and the disingenuous context that is attempted in this announcement. Sign this petition to call OpenAI to change this direction: https://advocacy.charityengine.net/Default.aspx?isid=2661       Learn more about the A.I. LEAD ACT: https://endsexualexploitation.org/articles/ncose-supports-a-i-lead-act-to-confront-ai-harms/ 

The 2025 Trafficking in Persons Report has been released by the State Department of the United States, and Marcel van der Watt (President and CEO at NCOSE) joins Haley McNamara (Executive Director and CSO at NCOSE) and Dani Pinter (CLO and Director of the NCOSE Law Center) to talk about some of the surprises in this 25th edition of the annual report. Each year, it ranked countries into tiers based on their efforts to combat trafficking, and our team dives into why some of these rankings seem to miss the mark. They also watch and react to the recent video from Joseph Gordon-Levitt about the dangers of A.I. and how we need to stand up and make sure our voices are heard at every level of government.  Learn more about NCOSE's efforts to fight Demand: https://endsexualexploitation.org/demand Read the 2025 TIP Report: https://www.state.gov/reports/2025-trafficking-in-persons-report/ Watch Joseph Gordon-Levitt's NYT video: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1CSdXtNaVN/  

Dani Pinter (Chief Legal Officer at NCOSE) and Haley McNamara (Chief Strategy Officer at NCOSE) discuss some of the recent heartbreaking stories shared by families who have been devastated by careless and out of control A.I. Chatbots. They discuss the specific stories shared at a recent Senate hearing as well as articles and studies that show this goes beyond one-time anecdotal examples. It's time for companies like Meta to stop viewing these families as collateral damage and to make changes to their platforms and A.I. tools that will make them safe to use! Follow Haley on X: https://x.com/HaleyMcNamara  Follow Dani on X: https://x.com/DaniBPinter   DONATE to support the work of NCOSE: https://EndSexualExploitation.org/Donate Watch the full Senate hearing: https://bit.ly/AIchatbotHearing-Sept2025 Read the study on “Mental Health Chat Bot Agents” - https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-025-17242-4  

Tim Nester (Vice President of Communications at NCOSE) is sitting in to host this week, and he sits down with Patrick Erlandson to discuss the Truth About Fathers and their role in the fight against sexual exploitation – specifically areas of pornography and sex trafficking. Patrick's journey into the movement to end sexual exploitation began during his time working with the United Nations Refugee Agency, where he witnessed firsthand the horrors of trafficking and exploitation. In 2018, he founded Father-Con, which is an organization that counters the lies that lead men to believe that they aren't critically important in the healthy development of children, and emphasizes their role in combating sexual abuse and exploitation in all its forms. Fathers set an example for their families through their actions, and Patrick and Tim chat about those realities and provide insights and tips for dads (and moms!) in changing the narrative around these issues in their home. *Visit the Father-Con website to learn more about Patrick's work: https://www.father-con.org  *Conversation Starters for Parents & Kids: https://EndSexualExploitation.org/ConversationStarters  *“The Most Dangerous Playground” - a FREE resource about the dangers of the devices that are damaging America's children: https://EndSexualExploitation.org/MostDangerousPlayground  *Donate monthly to the work that NCOSE is doing and become a DEFENDER. Learn more: https://EndSexualExploitation.org/Defender  

Haley McNamara (Chief Strategy Officer at NCOSE) sits down with Teresa J. Helm (Public Policy Outreach Manager and Survivor Services Coordinator at NCOSE) to talk about her experience as a survivor. This past week, survivors gathered on Capitol Hill to call on lawmakers to release the government files on the Epstein case. Teresa added her voice to that gathering, and in this episode, she talks about the details of the event. She speaks out about both Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, and she gives us insight into why the recent prison transfer for Maxwell is a concern. Read our Press Statement: https://endsexualexploitation.org/articles/ncose-supports-u-s-house-effort-to-release-epstein-files-saying-survivors-deserve-answers/ DONATE to support our work in walking alongside survivors to end sexual exploitation: https://endsexualexploitation.org/donate/      

Dani Pinter (Chief Legal Officer at NCOSE) and Haley McNamara (Chief Strategy Officer at NCOSE) sit down to discuss 3 major corporations that are currently OR soon will be facilitating real world harms because of the nature of their platforms. The lack of real security and safety measures for kids is astonishing. Today's conversation takes a closer look at why the new Spotify DM feature is so concerning, as well as the active harms happening to real kids and families on Roblox as well as Meta A.I.  Contact Spotify: https://endsexualexploitation.org/action-SpotifyDM  End Section 230: https://endsexualexploitation.org/DDL230-action  Pass KOSA: https://endsexualexploitation.org/PassKOSA  

Haley McNamara (Chief Strategy Officer and Executive Director at NCOSE) sits down with NCOSE President and CEO, Marcel van der Watt to chat about his background and motivations in this work to end sexual exploitation. Marcel brings incredible expertise to this leadership role including experience with law enforcement, research, training, writing, and speaking. He and Haley dive into what brought him to this point and what the future holds for NCOSE and the overall movement. Donate to NCOSE: EndSexualExploitation.org/Donate

Dani Pinter (Chief Legal Counsel at NCOSE) and Haley McNamara (Chief Strategy Officer and Executive Director at NCOSE) talk about the latest ruling from the 9th Circuit Court in the ongoing Twitter (Now X) case. They talk about the heartbreaking circumstances that led to the lawsuit and what the ruling means for this case as well as broader implications for Section 230. They also discuss the latest news about Grok creating deepfake nude imagery of celebrities without even being prompted to do so. Is this part of the design and programming or is Grok out of control?     Read our blog about the Twitter decision: https://tinyurl.com/3tmdsste   Donate to the Law Center to support pro bono legal work for survivors: https://tinyurl.com/8xbfce93   Urge Congress to Remove Section 230: https://tinyurl.com/ymfj57p9  

Haley McNamara (SVP at NCOSE) and Dani Pinter (SVP and Director of the Law Center at NCOSE) take a closer look at the impact that pornography use has on our sexual arousal template. More specifically, they discuss some studies that have been done to demonstrate the rise in violent sexual behavior like choking or strangulation. These experiments were able to condition men to be aroused by shapes and inanimate objects, and it demonstrates that when a person is exposed to pornography, they can be conditioned to be aroused by the harmful behaviors that are depicted.     Read the full NCOSE Blog on “Conditional Arousal” - https://bit.ly/44BGIIS   Read the Guardian article on the rise and risks of choking during sex - https://bit.ly/3IQtXl4   View or download this free resource from NCOSE on the Public Health Harms of Pornography - https://bit.ly/PornHealthHarms

Dani Pinter (Senior Vice President at the NCOSE Law Center) and Haley McNamara (Senior Vice President at NCOSE) react to the latest update to Grok which include chatbot avatars that can act as your companion – even as a romantic connection. “Ani” is depicted as a very young anime girl who is programmed to be “crazy in love” with the user and can have progressively more sexually explicit interactions as the user advances through the conversation. This even includes getting the bot to describe itself as a young child or to play along with sexual fantasies with a child-like motif. All of this is available before activating “spicy mode.” This is obviously quite disturbing for a number of reasons, but even more upsetting is the access that kids have to this tool with no meaningful age verification in place to protect minors. Also, the Apple App Store has assigned this app as appropriate for ages 12 and up.   TAKE ACTION Contact Apple: https://advocacy.charityengine.net/Default.aspx?isid=2608 Sign the Petition for changes to Grok: https://advocacy.charityengine.net/Default.aspx?isid=2609   FURTHER READINGRead our full blog about the Grok AI companion: https://endsexualexploitation.org/articles/xais-12-chatbot-designed-to-be-explicit-and-go-full-literotica/ Read Thorn's article about hashing: https://www.thorn.org/blog/hashing-detect-child-sex-abuse-imagery/ Read The Guardian article about AI-Generated CSAM: https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2025/jul/10/ai-generated-child-sexual-abuse-videos-surging-online-iwf   Follow Dani Pinter on X: https://x.com/DaniBPinter Follow Haley McNamara on X: https://x.com/HaleyMcNamara  

Our subject matter experts and hosts, Haley McNamara (SVP at NCOSE) and Dani Pinter (SVP at the NCOSE Law Center), provide insights and reactions to the recent verdict results from the Diddy trial as well as the memo about the Epstein file that was release by the Department of Justice. Both of these outcomes leave us with a lot of frustration and very few answers. The lack of understanding of sex trafficking in our culture was reflected in the jury's decision in the Diddy trial. Also, the efforts to hide the findings in the Epstein file are on full display as people on all sides of the political spectrum demand answers. Haley and Dani give us a detailed and insightful look into these developments. Learn more about Sex Trafficking: https://endsexualexploitation.org/issues/sex-trafficking/   Read our press statement about the recent DOJ memo regarding the Epstein case: https://endsexualexploitation.org/articles/epstein-case-illustrates-need-for-sex-buyer-accountability/  

Cultural Connection with Father Mitch Pacwa S.J. looks at possible peace talks at the Vatican, plus the scandal over the media's claim that they are only now realizing the issues with former president Joe Biden's health. Haley McNamara from the NCOSE talks over the updated document by the bishops on pornography. T's Two Sense touches more on the Joe Biden story...plus, Mike Aquilina and Johnnette Williams join to discuss an upcoming one day Pentecost event!

Cultural Connection with Father Mitch Pacwa S.J. looks at possible peace talks at the Vatican, plus the scandal over the media's claim that they are only now realizing the issues with former president Joe Biden's health. Haley McNamara from the NCOSE talks over the updated document by the bishops on pornography. T's Two Sense touches more on the Joe Biden story...plus, Mike Aquilina and Johnnette Williams join to discuss an upcoming one day Pentecost event!

We talk with Dani Pinter, director of the National Center on Sexual Exploitation about her work defending victims of sex abuse, exploitation, and human trafficking.Check out our new True Crime Substack the True Crime Times Get Prosecutors Podcast Merch Join the Gallery on Facebook Follow us on TwitterFollow us on Instagram Check out our website for case resources: Hang out with us on TikTokSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Take It Down Act has passed congress! As it heads to the president's desk for signing, Haley McNamara sits down with Eleanor Gaetan (VP and Director of Public Policy at NCOSE) to discuss what this law does, why it's needed, and what's next on the horizon for protecting kids online. They also discuss the momentum we are seeing at the state level for the Safer Devices for Kids Act, which requires device manufacturers to have safety settings ON by default. Contact us here: public@ncose.com Read more about the TAKE IT DOWN Act passing: EndSexualExploitation.org blog Learn about the Safer Devices for Kids Act: EndSexualExploitation.org/Device-Protection-Bill Watch the video version of this podcast episode here: https://youtu.be/BiI8YQ05kX4

This year, instead of highlighting 12 companies that facilitate sexual exploitation, the National Center on Sexual Exploitation is highlighting 12 survivors who were denied justice in the courts because of Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act. Legal Counsel for NCOSE Tori Hirsch joins us with the important facts. Dirty Dozen List 2025 - NCOSE (https://endsexualexploitation.org/dirty-dozen-list-2025/)

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In this eye-opening episode, we're joined by Lisa Thompson, Vice President of the National Center on Sexual Exploitation's Research Institute. We delve into the complex and often misunderstood connection between pornography and sexual exploitation. We explore how the consumption of porn fuels industries that profit from human trafficking and exploitation, and the psychological, relational, and societal consequences of widespread pornography use. We discuss the legal gaps that allow these harms to persist, and what policies need to change to protect vulnerable individuals.We also tackle the role of social media and mainstream platforms in spreading exploitative content and the accountability measures that should be in place. Parents and caregivers will gain insight into the significant impact pornography has on children and teens, with practical advice on how to safeguard their well-being.Resources:Get The Barna Report NCOSE Website GET STARTEDFree eBook: 7 Keys To Understanding Betrayal TraumaFree eBook: 5 Steps to Freedom From PornSchedule Your Free 15-Minute Counseling ConsultationJoin A Pure Desire Online Group SOCIALSFollow us on FacebookFollow us on InstagramFollow us on X (Twitter)

WARNING: Sensitive topics of sex trafficking will be discussed in this Podcast. In this episode, CEO and President Penny Nance discusses the controversial release of Andrew and Tristan Tate, accused of human trafficking, rape, and organized exploitation. The Tate brothers' case has sparked debate about accountability in the fight against sex trafficking. We explore the impact of their actions and the broader issue of trafficking, which affects thousands globally. Joining Penny this week is Senior Vice President and Director of the National Center on Sexual Exploitation Law Center, Dani Pinter, who advocates for victims of sexual abuse and has worked on landmark legal cases. Tune in for insights into the legal complexities and the ongoing struggle to combat human trafficking. For more information about the Florida Attorney General's office, visit https://www.myfloridalegal.com/ For more information about the National Center on Sexual Exploitation, visit https://endsexualexploitation.org/

In this powerful and deeply important episode of the Human Intimacy Podcast, Dr. Kevin Skinner and MaryAnn Michaelis discuss the far-reaching influence of pornography on individuals, relationships, and society. The episode reveals shocking statistics about the average age of first exposure—11 years old—and explores the lasting psychological, emotional, and relational consequences for both children and adults. The conversation dives into critical issues, including the normalization of violence in mainstream pornography, the grooming of children, and the internalized shame that fuels secrecy and addiction.   The hosts also address societal challenges such as the inadequacy of filtering systems, the need for stronger legislative action like age-verification laws, and the responsibility of parents and communities to educate and protect children. Through compelling stories and clinical insights, they illustrate the profound impact of pornography on mental health, self-perception, and relationships.   The episode concludes with an inspiring message of hope and recovery. Dr. Skinner and MaryAnn emphasize the transformative power of healing, self-awareness, and relational connection. They encourage listeners to take personal and collective action to safeguard future generations and support those seeking recovery and true intimacy.   Resources Discussed:   1. Statistics on Pornography Exposure:    - Average age of exposure: 11 years old.      - 22% of minors exposed to pornography are under the age of 10.      - 58% of minors accessing pornography are under the age of 14.      - 63% of minors reported accidental exposure in the past week.   2. Books and Research:      - Treating Sexual Addiction: A Compassionate Approach to Recovery by Dr. Kevin Skinner.      - The Children of Pornhub by Nicholas Kristof, New York Times.   3. Legislative and Advocacy Efforts:    - Age-verification laws in 19 states designed to protect minors from accessing pornography.      - Supreme Court case on January 15th to evaluate the constitutionality of Texas' age-verification law.   4. Recommended Organizations and Tools:      - Covenant Eyes: Monitoring and filtering software to help manage online activity.      - Exodus Cry: A non-profit organization focusing on ending sexual exploitation.      - National Center on Sexual Exploitation (NCOSE): Advocacy and educational resources for combating pornography and exploitation.      - White Ribbon Week Curriculum: A program teaching children digital literacy and discernment.   5. Strategies for Action:      - Contact local representatives to support age-verification laws and digital safety measures.      - Use filtering software to mitigate exposure but recognize its limitations.      - Educate children early about the realities and harms of pornography.      - Advocate for improved online safety measures in schools and communities.   6. Healing and Recovery:      - Join group therapy or accountability programs for individuals struggling with pornography addiction.      - Seek professional help and focus on aligning actions with personal values for long-term recovery.      - Emphasize the importance of relational skills and authentic connection over artificial substitutes.   Next Steps for Listeners:  - Share this episode to spread awareness.   - Contact local representatives to support age-verification laws and advocate for digital safety.   - Learn more about the Human Intimacy Conference (March 14-15, 2025) at (http://humanintimacy.com).   - Explore additional healing and advocacy resources through NCOSE and Exodus Cry.   This episode challenges listeners to take action, protect children, and reclaim the ability to foster healthy, intimate relationships in a culture deeply affected by the harmful impacts of pornography.     Other resources provided:  A link to EC's campaign, Protect Children Not Porn that includes: A short animated video on the importance of AV Our documentary called Raised on Porn Our petition that almost has 100,000 signatures  Statistics on the harms of pornography on children A link to EC's state-by-state Age Verification Tracker A link to EC's stat page that includes stats on harms of pornography on children, the amount of pornography easily accessible to children, and the average ages of children that are viewing pornography. And our two-pager on why Age Verification is essential in protecting children. 

Trigger warning: The following podcast episode contains discussions of child sexual abuse, sex trafficking, and image-based sexual abuse. Listener discretion is advised.Dawn Hawkins is the CEO of the National Center on Sexual Exploitation, which exists to build a world without sexual exploitation and abuse. She joins us for this Consider Before Consuming Podcast episode to shed light on the pervasive influence of pornography, the normalization of sexual harm, and the alarming risks posed by AI-generated content. The episode underscores the urgent need for reform to protect vulnerable individuals from exploitation.Episode ResourcesJoin us: The Coalition to End Sexual Exploitation Global SummitVisit: The 2024 Dirty Dozen ListVisit: BarkVisit: Street GraceArticle: The Misuse of Artificial Intelligence in Producing Child Sexual Abuse Material