Podcasts about Sextortion

Recent headlines tell us about a rise in teen boys being lured into sending explicit photos and then blackmailed for money to avoid these being published on the web. Some of these cases have resulted in suicide and the FBI has sent out warnings to parents. Of course, exploitation through explicit photos is nothing new to teen girls as well. How are parents to respond to these threats? Jessica and Dr. Ken approach these issues as an opportunity for real dialogue and not another occasion for fear. Open conversation about online threats are particularly important for parents of teenagers that may appear to be innocent of any sexual interest. Adolescents need to be prepared for online threats not just protected. We cover all this and more. Dr. Ken references the resource, "Take It Down" to help fight online publishing of explicit photos: https://takeitdown.ncmec.org/ If you have a minute, please leave us a review. We love hearing listeners encouraging other listeners. You can order Dr. Ken's book "Feeding The Mouth That Bites You" here: https://a.co/d/hBnlbzI Got questions or feedback? We want to hear from you! podcast@feedingthemouth.com Music provided by the great John David Kent - https://www.johndavidkent.com/

A growing sextortion epidemic is driving a tragic rise in teen suicides, and families are fighting back to hold predators — and platforms — accountable. Get the facts first on Morning Wire.

This is The Briefing, a daily analysis of news and events from a Christian worldview.Part I (00:13 - 16:55)Special Edition: The Problem of Sextortion: A Message for Parents and Pastors of Teenage Young MenSign up to receive The Briefing in your inbox every weekday morning.Follow Dr. Mohler:X | Instagram | Facebook | YouTubeFor more information on The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, go to sbts.edu.For more information on Boyce College, just go to BoyceCollege.com.To write Dr. Mohler or submit a question for The Mailbox, go here.

A new MP3 sermon from Albert Mohler | The Briefing is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Special Edition: The Problem of Sextortion: A Message for Parents and Pastors of T Subtitle: Cultural Commentaries Speaker: Dr. R. Albert Mohler, Jr. Broadcaster: Albert Mohler | The Briefing Event: Current Events Date: 4/12/2025 Length: 16 min.

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We would love to hear from you!!! In this poignant episode, Aric and Angie chat with a fellow mom full of fight, Jennifer Buta. Jenn shares a heart-wrenching conversation about the tragic loss of her son, Jordan, to sextortion. They discuss the rapid escalation of events that led to Jordan's suicide, the impact of social media on teenagers, and the importance of open communication between parents and children. Jennifer emphasizes the need for awareness and education around sextortion, sharing her journey of grief and advocacy to prevent similar tragedies. The episode serves as a powerful reminder of the vulnerabilities faced by today's youth and the critical role parents play in safeguarding their children.#suicide #sextortion #socialmedia #cyberbully #childloss #bully #awareness #psa #parent #guidance #bealert #mustlisten #hitplay Sextortion info: https://www.fbi.gov/how-we-can-help-you/scams-and-safety/common-frauds-and-scams/sextortionAric's Mission: http://www.milesforhim.comLink to Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blended-blessed-always-a-mess/id1614082543Website: www.blendedblessedalwaysamess.comTiktok: www.tiktok.com/@halliebears.momInstagram: https://instagram.com/blendedblessedalwaysamess?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blendedblessedalwaysamess?mibextid=LQQJ4dPinterest: https://pin.it/6WO7XxLYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@blendedblessedalwaysamessSupport the show

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Send us a textTracey spends most of her time trying to help romance scam victims and their families end the nightmare. She talks to victim daily and she's seeing an alarming rise in sextortion cases related to romance scams.Click HERE to reach Tracey.Click HERE to join her Onlinesafe group.Click HERE to reach Anna with Love Said.Click HERE to reach Kathy with Advocating Against Romance Scammers.Support the show

Part 2 of a look at Sextortion. Every parent/caregiver needs to listen to these. This time Opal focuses on artificial intelligence (AI) and how it is being used to blackmail and threaten kids (and practically anyone can become a victim). It doesn't take much to take a photo of someone and make it explicit, then threaten the victim that the created deepfake photo will be shared with their family and friends.

Late last month, an article appeared on the USA Today website under the headline, “These teenage boys were blackmailed online- and it cost them their lives.” Above the headline was a collage of photos of smiling, happy teens, each of whom had died by suicide after getting caught up in an online trap called financial sextortion. It's a cybercrime that occurs when an online predator cultivates a friendly relationship with an unknowing young person who grows to trust the interactions, thinking that this person is a friend. Eventually the predator engages in sexually explicit conversation with the victim or convinces the victim to send a nude photograph. Immediately, the victim is threatened with exposure or jail time unless they send a large amount of money, sending message upon message stating such, which leads the victim to panic, which leads many to see no way out but suicide. Parents, the message here is clear: warn your kids to never engage online with someone they don't know.

Getting blackmailed over nonexistent nudes? On Skeptical Sunday, Nick Pell untangles the dark web of sextortion and why kids face the greatest danger. On This Week's Skeptical Sunday: The basic sextortion scam is just sophisticated phishing. Those alarming emails claiming to have compromising footage of you? Pure fiction. These scammers cast wide nets, sending millions of messages hoping a tiny percentage will bite. They typically have basic information (your name, email, maybe your address) purchased from dark web data brokers, but nothing actually incriminating. The golden rule: if they don't show you the evidence, it doesn't exist. Children face genuine sextortion risks online. While adults receive empty threats, children encounter a far more dangerous reality. Predators create fake profiles mimicking peers, establish trust, and eventually manipulate children into sharing compromising images. Once obtained, these images become leverage for extorting money, demanding more explicit content, or worse — attempting to arrange in-person meetings. It's a digital trap baited with false friendship. Modern kids are safer outside but more vulnerable online. We've bubble-wrapped the physical world for children with public awareness campaigns, enhanced security measures, and helicopter parenting. Yet ironically, we hand these same protected children devices that connect them directly to potential predators. The statistics are alarming: 40% of surveyed kids reported someone attempting to groom them online, and 6% of children aged 9-12 have sent self-generated sexual content. Victims often remain silent due to shame and fear. The humiliation of falling for scams creates a powerful silencing effect. As Nick candidly shared about his own experience with cryptocurrency scammers: "It's not about the money. Losing the money sucks, don't get me wrong. But it's so humiliating." This shame multiplies exponentially with sexual content, especially for adolescents already navigating identity and social acceptance. A staggering 82% of young victims report being too scared to seek help. Open communication creates crucial safety nets. The most powerful protection isn't restrictive software or monitoring apps — it's creating an environment where kids know they can come to you without judgment if they make mistakes online. Make it crystal clear: "If you ever get into trouble online, I'm here for you, I'll support you, and you won't be punished because someone manipulated or tricked you." This simple assurance can be the emergency exit that leads vulnerable young people to seek help rather than spiraling deeper into exploitation. Having this conversation today could save your child from becoming a statistic tomorrow. Connect with Jordan on Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. If you have something you'd like us to tackle here on Skeptical Sunday, drop Jordan a line at jordan@jordanharbinger.com and let him know! Full show notes and resources can be found here:

In this episode of the Smarticle Scams podcast, Brandon welcomes Intel analyst Paul Raffile to discuss his extensive work in fighting financial sextortion. Raffile shares his background in tracking online threats and details how financial sextortion scams have evolved to predominantly target males aged 14-17 years old. He explains the methods these criminals use to coerce victims and the psychological impacts on young people, including devastating cases leading to suicides. Raphael also examines the roles of social media platforms and payment services, like Cash App, in perpetuating these scams and their responsibility in combating them. He highlights the importance of awareness and offers resources and steps both parents and policymakers can take to protect children from becoming victims. The episode emphasizes the need for substantial action from social media companies and legislative bodies to curb the growing threat of financial sextortion that endangers children's lives globally. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Background   01:44 Understanding Financial Sextortion   04:49 The Tactics of Sextortion Scammers   09:12 The Role of Social Media in Sextortion   15:01 Impact on Victims and Families   19:36 Efforts to Combat Sextortion   26:18 Call to Action and Resources   27:39 Paul's Motivation and Final Thoughts   smarticlepodcast@gmail.com   FBI - Sextortion   National Center For Missing and Exploited Kids   Canadian Center For Child Protection   @Smarticleshow  @BDDoble @larryolson threads.net/@smarticleshow @brand.dobes The Smarticle Podcast  https://www.smarticlepodcast.com/ #paulraffile #yahooboys #sextortion #financialcrimes #financialsextortion #cashapp #facebookscams #scams #onlinescams #smarticlescams #coinbase #smarticlepodcast     

This is a must watch or listen to for every parent and caregiver out there with kids on social media or the Internet. Do you know what sextortion is, how it happens, and who is vulnerable? Do you know how to protect your family and what to do if your child comes to you because they are being sextorted? We have had too many kids impacted already, some with devastating consequences, and it needs to stop. This is an ongoing series that will take a look at all angles of the sextortion crisis so that parents and caregivers can be better prepared.

The FBI is warning that sexual extorsion schemes, or "sextortion", targeting underage boys are leading to an alarming increase in suicides of teenage boys. This happens when a scammer threatens and coerces a minor into sending sending sexually explicit photographs through social media. Today, Michael speaks with South Carolina State Representative Brandon Guffey, who's 17-year-old son Gavin died by suicide in 2022, after being a victim of 'sextortion.' This is a heartbreaking story to hear, but it brings forward an important conversation one must have with their kids to protect them. Original air date 10 March 2023.

Human trafficking is a global crisis, and criminals are more sophisticated than ever. But Noel Thomas, founder of Darkwatch and author of Dark Traffic, is using advanced data and AI to expose their networks and help law enforcement bring them down. In this episode, he reveals shocking truths about trafficking, the industries unknowingly supporting it, and how faith fuels his mission. You'll walk away with practical ways to safeguard your community, support anti-trafficking efforts, and even leverage your business or church to fight this evil. This is a conversation you can't afford to miss!About the GuestNoel Thomas is the co-founder and CEO of Darkwatch, a groundbreaking technology company dedicated to disrupting human trafficking networks using AI and data analysis. A former Christian rock musician, Noel's journey into anti-trafficking efforts began after a deeply personal experience and mission work overseas. His book, Dark Traffic, exposes the hidden realities of trafficking and provides actionable solutions for individuals, businesses, and churches to combat modern slavery.Reasons to Listen1️⃣ Eye-Opening Truths – Human trafficking isn't just overseas—it's happening in our own communities. Learn the shocking facts and what you can do.2️⃣ Faith & Justice – Noel shares how his Christian faith fuels his passion for justice and how God can use anyone to bring light into darkness.3️⃣ Real Solutions – From business owners to parents, find out how you can protect the vulnerable and be part of the fight against trafficking.Big Takeaways1️⃣ Trafficking is a $250 Billion Industry – It's the second-largest illicit trade and growing rapidly, funding cartels and organized crime.2️⃣ Technology is Changing the Fight – AI and data analysis are helping law enforcement identify traffickers and shut down networks faster than ever before.3️⃣ Trafficking Happens in Our Own Backyards – Many cases occur just miles from homes, churches, and schools—awareness and vigilance are key.4️⃣ Pornography Fuels Trafficking – The rise of porn addiction has led to an increased demand for exploitation, making it a gateway to trafficking.5️⃣ Everyone Can Make a Difference – Whether you're a business owner, church leader, or parent, there are tangible steps you can take to fight trafficking.Missional Challenges1️⃣ Educate Yourself & Others – Read Dark Traffic, watch documentaries, and share information with friends and family about the reality of modern slavery.2️⃣ Take Action in Your Community – Join or support local anti-trafficking organizations, attend city council meetings, and push for stronger laws.3️⃣ Protect the Next Generation – Have open conversations with children and teens about online safety, manipulation tactics, and the dangers of exploitation.Episode Chapters

Both chambers pass bill making sextortion a felony in Kentucky, the NAACP speaks out against anti-DEI legislation moving through the Kentucky statehouse, and Lexington Habitat for Humanity's new build raising awareness about mental health. 

The Little Things is coming back for Season 4 next week, but before the new season gets underway, Francesca and Louise are catching up on what they learned last season, including improving their family relationships, getting more protein into their diets, and how Francesca avoided being caught in a sextortion scam! New episodes are back from March 8th.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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February 26, 2025 ~ Sextortion crimes are leading to suicide. Macomb County Prosecutor, Pete Ludico, joins Kevin to discuss this.

Gen Z and Gen Alpha are amazing and yet they are facing threats online that others generations could not have even imagined. Sextortion being one and this episode explores how to talk to young people about the threats they face in the 2020's. All of it by learning how to LEAN into difficult conversations with young people. Learn together Engage the topic Announce expectations Next steps  

Million Kids is a public benefit 501(c) Non profit organization that started in 2008 and continues to this day.  Our mission is single focused:  To keep kids safe from predators.  During this show we share with you about our journey of growth and expansion.  Million Kids has educated more than 750,000 people in person and thousands more using our online education resources.  Our team has tens of thousands of hours of research about subjects like sex and labor trafficking, social media exploitation, CSAM (formerlyknown as child pornography), foreign national trafficking, gang trafficking, the recruitment and grooming processes, bulletproof hosting, the impact of technology (including AI) on child sex crimes and cartel and organized crimesrole in trafficking and money laundering. We believe that it is important for parents and grandparents to understand how predators select and target their victims, how they groom and recruit their victims and signs to watch for if they believe a child is a risk of being trafficked or exploited.At the same time we are trained and experienced at educating a wide range ofprofessionals including law enforcement, fire departments, code enforcement, medical personnel, teachers, education leaders, civic leaders, and social workers so they can identify individuals are high risk and intervene. Million Kids operates Million Kids Missing Kids as we recognize that potentially one out of 7 kids who run away will become victims of trafficking in the first 48 hours.  We work with our supporters to provide foster child bedding and personal item support programs to help foster kids buildstrong self esteem and discover and embrace their talents and self esteem.  We KNOW that "I Believe in YOU" are the four most powerful words on earth to help at risk individuals to know their value. Million Kids has been on a journey and we so much appreciate all the people who have supported our work and made this journey possible.  THANK YOU -without you, your support and your prayers, we would not be here.Now we need you more than ever.  Everything has changed in the past 12 months and it is a whole new game.  Artificial intelligence (AI) means we are faced with a world of deep fakes where everyone will be subject to being blackmailedthrough an online encounter.  We must educate young and old alike about sextortion, romance scams, and deep fakes.  With open borders, we have seen a massive increase in young people being trafficked in our communities.  We are ready to take this on, but we need your support.  It is our hope and prayer that each and everyone of you that read this overview and listen to our podcast, will join this journey with us.  Together, we can and will do everything possible, 'TO KEEP KIDS SAFE FROM PREDATORS".

If your child is old enough to be online, they're old enough to be taken advantage of by criminals. The FBI is warning of a rise in what's known as financial "sextortion." In the last few months, at least two UNC students were victims. WRAL Investigates Reporter Sarah Krueger spoke with one of those students. She shares his story and the efforts to protect others. 

A bill to require certain students to repeat kindergarten advances in Frankfort, lawmakers advance a measure that some say could help protect victims from violent partners, the full Senate passes a bill aimed at what the FBI says is the fastest growing crimes against children, and a medical student wins first place in a contest that combines science and art. 

Michael of Killer Bee Tactical   In this episode of The Secure Family Podcast, host Andy speaks with Michael Arterburn, a retired police officer who now runs Killer Bee Tactical. They discuss Michael's extensive career, notably his seven years working on internet crimes against children.   Michael shares insights on the tactics used by predators, the importance of open communication, and the need for parental vigilance in the digital age. The episode also features Andy's new ebook, 'Level Up: The Parent 30 Minute Guide to Online Gaming Safety.'   For more from Michael Arterburn: https://killerbeetactical.org/   Level Up your parenting with my ebook about protecting your kids while gaming online. https://www.thesecuredad.com/levelup  Take control of your data with DeleteMe. Because they sponsor the podcast you can get 20% off a privacy plan from DeleteMe with promo code: DAD.  Connect

Tune into the Level Up Claims podcast for a crucial episode on internet defamation with expert attorney Aaron Minc. Discover how online falsehoods can devastate reputations and businesses, and learn about the real-life fight against damaging fake reviews and cyber threats. Protect your digital presence today!   Highlights Internet defamation's impact on reputations. Journey into becoming an internet defamation lawyer. Great Recession's influence on law career. First experience with internet defamation case. Handling and identifying false online reviews. The significance of online reputation. Free speech vs. defamation on the internet. The rise of AI and deepfakes. Sextortion scams targeting young men and seniors. Steps to take when facing internet defamation.   Episode Resources Connect with Galen M. Hair https://insuranceclaimhq.com hair@hairshunnarah.com https://levelupclaim.com/ Connect with Aaron Minc https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronminc  

Online sextortion scams are on the rise, targeting young victims—especially teen boys—by coercing them into sharing explicit images, then blackmailing them into silence. These predators use fear, humiliation, and intimidation to trap their victims, often with devastating consequences. Our guest today, South Carolina Representative Brandon Guffey, knows this horror firsthand. In 2022, his 17-year-old son, Gavin, fell victim to sextortion and tragically took his own life. Since then, Brandon has dedicated his life to raising awareness, passing Gavin's Law to make sextortion a felony in South Carolina, and fighting for accountability from tech giants like Meta. Through his nonprofit, Less Than Three, he works to educate families, protect young people, and prevent future tragedies. This conversation is both heartbreaking and urgent. If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available 24/7. Call or text the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 for support. Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of suicide, coercion, and online exploitation. Listener discretion is advised. UPDATE: Since this episode was recorded, the alleged scammer, Hassanbunhussein Abolore Lawal, has been extradited to the U.S. and is currently in custody awaiting trial.  Also… let it be known that: The views and opinions expressed on A Little Bit Culty do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the podcast. Any content provided by our guests, bloggers, sponsors or authors are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, group, club, organization, business individual, anyone or anything. Nobody's mad at you, just don't be a culty fuckwad. Check out our lovely sponsors Join ‘A Little Bit Culty' on Patreon Get poppin' fresh ALBC Swag Support the pod and smash this link Cult awareness and recovery resources Watch Sarah's TEDTalk CREDITS:  Executive Producers: Sarah Edmondson & Anthony Ames Production Partner: Amphibian.Media Writer & Co-Creator: Jess Tardy Associate producers: Amanda Zaremba and Matt Stroud of Amphibian.Media   Audio production: Red Caiman Studios Theme Song: “Cultivated” by Jon Bryant co-written with Nygel Asselin  

On July 27, 2022, 17 year old Gavin Guffey of York County, SC took his life after being a victim of a sextortion scheme.  A Nigerian man, Hassanbunhusssein Abolore Lawal has been extradited to SC and faces charges. It is alleged that Lawal coerced Gavin into sending sexually explicit images and then attempted to extort Gavin and family members by threatening to release the images. Seton Tucker and Matt Harris began the Impact of Influence podcast shortly after the murders of Maggie and Paul Murdaugh. Now they cover true crime past and present fro the southeast region of the U.S. Impact of Influence is part of the Evergreen Podcast Company. Look for Impact of Influence on Facebook and Youtube. please support our sponsors who allow us to continue doing these shows for you including Magic Mind Get 45% off the Magic Mind bundle with our link https://magicmind.com/impactinfluencejan download the app that allows you to organize and prioritize your watchlist and interact with friends to see what they think you should watch next Streamline.watch/points Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A man from Nigeria has been extradited to the U.S. following an indictment for his involvement in the sextortion of a SC teen. Gavin Guffy tragically took his own life following the incident. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is sextortion, and how can we guard against it? Chris McKenna shares the dark reality of sextortion, why men (especially young men) are most vulnerable to being sextorted, and what we can do to prevent it. For more information, read this article:What Is Sextortion?  A Prevention And Response Guide For FamiliesChris McKenna is the founder of Protect Young Eyes. He is a leading digital safety advocate, advising legislators and emerging tech companies. His impactful 2019 testimony before the US Senate initiated a series of hearings to further online child protection policy. Under Chris's guidance, the Protect Young Eyes team conducts presentations worldwide to parents, professionals, and schools,  They gained recognition by being featured in the Childhood 2.0 movie. The Protect Young Eyes website, courses, and private parent community show caregivers how to prepare and protect their children in digital spaces.Resources For Parents:Start here! (Do these 3 things)5 Habits of a Tech-Ready Home (Course)The Table (Private Community)Take the Husband Material Journey... Step 1: Listen to this podcast or watch on YouTube Step 2: Join the private Husband Material Community Step 3: Take the free mini-course: How To Outgrow Porn Step 4: Try the all-in-one program: Husband Material Academy Thanks for listening!

Lately, it seems nearly every hour we hear about how A.I. (Artificial Intelligence) is affecting our lives. Trying to comprehend what that means to all of us on our day to day lives, and more important, how to protect our children while preparing them to live in a digitally altered world, could be one of the great challenges of all time. This week we will look at several cases where kids have been sextorted by digitally manipulated images. We will explore the "Nudify" apps used to undress and "nudify" fully dressed images online. We will discuss recent research that indicates that 20% of preteens have online sexual encounters with adults. We will also look at another study by Thorn.org, one of the most respected organizations combating online exploitation. This study suggests that 31% of 13-17 year olds agree with the statement: "It is normal for people my age to share nudes with each other". Artificial Intelligence will have many benefits in our lives. However, no one can predict the down side such as receiving a blackmail letter asking for thousands of dollars that includes a photo of your home, your address and a lot of your personal information. It is important for parents and young people to understand the changing world we live in and develop ways to protect ourselves and each other.

Please send us a text message to ask your questions or leave a comment!In this episode, True Crime Reporter Robert Riggs interviewed Brandon about the sextortion epidemic and the work being done to protect kids online. Mr. Riggs also wrote an accompanying article that can be found here: https://www.truecrimereporter.com/sexual-predator/sextortion/sextortion-is-the-new-stranger-danger-for-kids-on-social-media/Check out https://www.truecrimereporter.com/ for more by Mr. Riggs. Support the show

Carl Burke's teenage son Harry died by suicide shortly after he fell victim to sexual extortion online. But proposed legislation aimed at addressing dangers on social media — the Online Harms Act — may now not become law because parliament has been prorogued until March. Burke tells Matt Galloway that playing politics shouldn't get in the way of protecting children. For Linda Debassige, grand council chief of the Anishinabek Nation, it's an embarrassment for Canada that a bill to ensure clean drinking water for First Nations may also not pass.

Parents, brace yourselves for a wake-up call! Dr. Phil delves into the alarming rise of sextortion targeting teen boys, uncovering the silent threats lurking in the digital world and urging families to tighten their bonds before it's too late. There's a dangerous and silent predator infiltrating homes across America, preying on the vulnerability of teen boys. In an era where familial connections are dwindling, virtual sextortionists capitalize on teenagers' longing for connection, exploiting their impulses and their parents' lack of tech-savvy. Tamia and Tim Woods talk about how their son, James, took his own life after being preyed on by sextortionists and receiving over 200 messages in 19 hours. South Carolina State Representative Brandon Guffey tells the story of how his son, Gavin, killed himself less than 2 hours after sextortionists contacted him. Rick is a 15-year-old sextortion survivor who says he skipped school for a week and stole from his parents before finally telling his mother, Deanna, that he was being sextorted. Deanna stepped in and reported them to the FBI. Nico is another sextortion survivor who was blackmailed by sextortionists at age 14, staying up for 24 hours before telling his mother Sue-Anne. Cyber security expert and founder of Bullyville, James McGibney, talks about why teen boys are the prime target for this crime and what parents can do to protect their kids online.

Parents, are you aware that the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation is warning parents, educators, caregivers, teens, and children about the growing tide of online dangers that they say may lead to the solicitation and enticement of minors to engage in sexual acts. Known as “sextortion”, this danger involves a perpetrator coercing a minor to create and send sexually explicit material. If the perpetrator gets the sexually explicit material, they will then threaten to release those pictures online unless the victim produces more of the same, or unless the victim sends a payment often in gift cards, wire transfers, mobile payment services, or cryptocurrency. Sextortion victims are most often males between the ages of fourteen and seventeen, but anyone of any age or gender can become a victim. Parents, teach your kids to never engage in online communication with someone they don't know, and teach them God's good design for the sacred gift of their sexuality.

The Big Tech Gut Check is a super quick, weekly update on all things social media and Big Tech. Social Media & Big Tech highlights for this week: Federal Court Upholds TikTok "Ban" Law Australia Passes U16 Age Gate Law What is Age Gating and why it's safe GameSafe Rolls Out iOS Protections for Minecraft, Roblox & AmongUs Instagram Announces Ability to Reset Algorithm Meta Cracks Down on Organized Crime (is this a bandaid fix?) Podcast Interviews on Sextortion with Brian Montgomery and Paul Raffile Snapchat Makes SnapMap Visible in Family Center Parent Lawsuit against Snapchat Moves Forward Telegram U-Turns and Joins Child Safety Scheme Check back on Fridays for everything that parents need to know about the platforms our children are spending hours on every day. This episode is sponsored by GameSafe.AI, who recently rolled out protections on iPads and iPhones for MineCraft, Roblox & AmongUs. Learn more at gamesafe.ai. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scrolling2death/support

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In this conversation, Representative Brandon Guffey shares the tragic story of his son Gavin, who took his life after becoming a victim of sextortion on Instagram. The discussion explores Gavin's life, the impact of online harm, and the urgent need for legislative action to protect children from similar experiences. Rep. Guffey emphasizes the responsibility of big tech companies in safeguarding youth and advocates for more effective measures to combat online exploitation. As always, this episode is jam-packed with advice for parents on how to keep our kids safe online. This episode is sponsored by Bark Technologies. Learn about the Bark App for iPhones and Androids: *Use code SCROLLING2DEATH FOR 10% OFF Check out the Bark Phone Check out the Bark Watch About Rep. Brandon Guffey Brandon Guffey is a member of the South Carolina House of Representatives representing District 48. He began his political career as the York County Councilman and has a strong entrepreneurial background as the former owner of multiple service and retail businesses. His career started in advertising in the early 2000's and has been vocal about the issues we currently face. Currently Mr. Guffey serves as Senior Executive Advisor for Cyber Dive in addition to serving as Director of Less Than 3 (501c3). Representative Guffey became a spokesperson for mental health and online crimes following the loss of his oldest son, Gavin, who took his own life after becoming a victim of sextortion in July 2022. Representative Guffey was elected to the S.C. House of Representatives in November of 2022, in honor of his son and to combat the growing online threat he sponsored and passed “Gavin's Law" (H3583). Gavin's Law stiffens the penalties for sextortion and mandates awareness through school notification, which passed in the S.C Senate the following May and was signed into law in August of 2023. Gavin is the inspiration of the Less Than 3 (

Please enjoy this encore of Hacking Humans: This week, we are joined by host of N2K's T-Minus Space Daily podcast, Maria Varmazis, she sits down with Joe and Dave to discuss sextorion materials that were found on popular social media apps such as, TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat and YouTube. Joe and Dave share quite a bit of follow up, Joe starts with an anonymous listener writing in sharing their story on gift card scams. Dave shares another anonymous listeners comments, sharing about what they think of Andy Cohen going public on how he got scammed. Finally, Joe and Dave hear from a listener by the name of "The Computrix," who says they need to defend Walmart. Dave share's his story about the most common phishing email themes of 2023. Joe's got the story of ransomware not being paid the same way as it used to be by companies, and share the two different angles on that. Our catch of the day comes from listener William, who writes in with a phishing scam that caught his eye. Links to the stories: Sextortion training materials found on TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat and YouTube, according to new report Most Common Phishing Email Themes of 2023 Companies aren't paying ransoms like they used to New Ransomware Reporting Requirements Kick in as Victims Increasingly Avoid Paying FBI: Scammers Are Sending Couriers to Collect Cash From Victims You can hear more from the T-Minus space daily show here. Have a Catch of the Day you'd like to share? Email it to us at hackinghumans@thecyberwire.com.

We used to fear sexual predators stalking our neighborhoods, ready to snatch our children off the streets.  We called it “Stranger Danger”. But “Stranger Danger” has moved online with Sextortion schemes on the social media platforms and gaming apps our children use daily.  Organized crime rings now prowl the internet, tricking teenagers into sharing explicit images through these familiar channels.  Once they have those images, the nightmare begins. These criminals blackmail their victims, threatening to expose the photos and videos to friends, family, and the public unless they pay the extortion demand. Fear and shame overwhelm the teenage victims, driving some to suicide. In response, a pair of Texas Detectives known as the “Catfish Cops” troll these dangerous waters, sinking their hooks into predators before they can destroy more lives.  True Crime Reporter® Security Libary: Sextortion Safety Resources For Parents FOLLOW the True Crime Reporter® Podcast  SIGN UP FOR my True Crime Newsletter THANK YOU FOR THE FIVE-STAR REVIEWS ON APPLE Please leave one – it really helps. TELL ME about a STORY OR SUBJECT  that you want to hear more about

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After years of catering to mobile traders, Robinhood is launching “Robinhood Legend,” a new platform for desktop traders. CEO and co-founder Vlad Tenev joins from the first-ever Hood Summit in Miami to discuss the new platform and explain why he's working on a separate AI project called Harmonic. Next, Meta has rolled out a new Instagram campaign to educate teens about "sextortion" scams online. Meta's VP & Global Head of Safety Antigone Davis discusses new safety features and the challenge of keeping Meta's platforms safe for its youngest users. Plus, Uber has discussed a bid for travel booking company Expedia, Vice President Harris gave a contentious interview with Fox News, and Gen X is most likely to max out their credit cards. Vlad Tenev - 19:30Antigone Davis - 30:01 In this episode: Vlad Tenev, @vladtenevAntigone Davis, @DavisAntigoneBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

A lawsuit brought by New Mexico claims Snap failed to disclose or effectively address risks of sextortion, in which predators solicit explicit photos and then use them to blackmail the sender. WSJ reporter Jeff Horwitz tells host Zoe Thomas about the lawsuit's allegations. Plus, venture capital pioneer Vinod Khosla says AI will drive deflation, but the productivity gains will allow governments to create social safety nets. Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen is expected to announce new financial sanctions against individuals and organizations involved in fentanyl trafficking. Amid heightened cross border attacks, the leader of Hezbollah threatens all out war if Israel conducts military operations in Lebanon. And a growing number of teens in America, especially young boys, are falling victim to sexual extortion online.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Catherine Laidlaw, Tara Neill, Hannah Block, Mohamad ElBardicy and Alice Woelfle. It was produced by Ziad Buchh, Christopher Thomas, Claire Murashima and Taylor Haney.Our technical director is Zac Coleman, with engineering support from Carleigh Strange.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen is expected to announce new financial sanctions against individuals and organizations involved in fentanyl trafficking. Amid heightened cross border attacks, the leader of Hezbollah threatens all out war if Israel conducts military operations in Lebanon. And a growing number of teens in America, especially young boys, are falling victim to sexual extortion online.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Catherine Laidlaw, Tara Neill, Hannah Block, Mohamad ElBardicy and Alice Woelfle. It was produced by Ziad Buchh, Christopher Thomas and Taylor Haney.Our technical director is Zac Coleman, with engineering support from Carleigh Strange.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy