Intersections of Race, Gender, and Sexual Exploitation

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AI and Generative AI are transforming cybersecurity by enhancing threat detection and response. These technologies offer unmatched accuracy and efficiency, making them crucial for protecting sensitive data. As cyber threats evolve, integrating AI into security strategies is essential. This week, Dave, Esmee and Rob talk to Corence Klop, CISO at the Rabobank, about the expanding role of AI and Generative AI in cybersecurity, and how to begin integrating these technologies into your organization. TLDR 04:45 Rob is confused about wrong AI information for a hotel booking 08:20 Conversation with Corence 33:40 How can you identify the state of flow for your end-user in agile practices? 40:50 Going to the swimming pool and disco with your daughter Guest Corence Klop: https://www.linkedin.com/in/corenceklop/ Hosts Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/ Esmee van de Giessen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/esmeevandegiessen/ Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/ Production Marcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/ Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/ Sound Ben Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/ Louis Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/ ' Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini…

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In this episode, we delve into Melanie's powerful story and explore the complexities of trafficking, the misconceptions surrounding platforms like OnlyFans, how pornography promotes violence and harmful stereotypes, and the urgent need for awareness and systemic change.

Episode Resources

Article: How Mainstream Porn Normalizes Violence Against Black Women

Article: How Porn Can Misrepresent and Fetishize LGBTQ+ Individuals and Relationships

Podcast: Consider Before Consuming Ep. 90: Taina Bien-Aimé

Melanie's Podcast: Exit Wound

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Intersections of Race, Gender, and Sexual Exploitation

Consider Before Consuming

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Episode Resources

Article: How Mainstream Porn Normalizes Violence Against Black Women

Article: How Porn Can Misrepresent and Fetishize LGBTQ+ Individuals and Relationships

Podcast: Consider Before Consuming Ep. 90: Taina Bien-Aimé

Melanie's Podcast: Exit Wound

The Coalition Against Trafficking in Women

Rebecca Bender Initiative

154 episodios

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I Became the Porn Star I Thought I Wanted To Be—The Reality Was a Nightmare 40:57

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*This episode contains descriptions of sexual violence and sex trafficking. Listener discretion is advised. Episode Description Selena is the Associate Program Director of a sex trafficking survivor sanctuary. As a former porn performer and sex trafficking survivor, Selena knows firsthand what the women she is helping have experienced. In this Consider Before Consuming episode, Selena sheds light on the dark realities of the porn industry, the deceptive nature of sex trafficking, and the power of resilience. Episode Resources Article: I Was Fine with Porn and the Commercial Sex Industry, Until I Worked in a Brothel Video: What Being In Porn Is Really Like Victim Resources Hope Rising…

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Mandy is a women's empowerment and trauma-informed life coach who helps women who have experienced betrayal trauma. In this episode of Consider Before Consuming, Mandy shares her personal experience of discovering her partner’s secret struggle with porn addiction, his cheating with porn stars, and the betrayal trauma that followed. She describes the emotional toll, the gaslighting, and the psychological abuse she endured, as well as the healing journey that led her to become a trauma-informed life coach. Episode Resources Article: The Emotional Trauma of Having a Porn-Addicted Partner Mandy's Website Conversation Blueprint: Let's Talk About Porn…

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How to Overcome Porn Addiction and Find Freedom 55:06

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Timothy Reigle is a coach, author, podcaster, and the founder of Into The Wilderness Ministries. Tim has used his own experience in defeating addiction to help hundreds of men to overcome their addictions to porn and sex. In this Consider Before Consuming episode, Tim shares about the 15 years he spent in a cycle of porn addiction that escalated into destructive behaviors, impacting his marriage and mental health. He shares how he finally broke free, the strategies that helped him find lasting recovery, and how he now helps others do the same. Episode Resources Article: How Porn Can Become an Escalating Behavior Podcast: Consider Before Consuming Ep. 114: Rachel Denton Timothy's Website: Into the Wilderness Timothy Instagram: @timothyreigle…

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Finding Strength and Healing After Childhood Abuse 59:22

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How Porn Culture Fuels Gendered Violence 55:06

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Lydia Cacho on the Links Between Pornography and Human Trafficking 1:02:35

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Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussions of child sex trafficking. Listener discretion is advised. Lydia Cacho is a world-renowned investigative journalist, author, and human rights activist who has dedicated her life to exposing the dark realities of human trafficking, child exploitation, and the intersections of pornography and organized crime. In this episode of Consider Before Consuming, Lydia shares her decades-long fight against corruption, the dangers she has faced, and the resilience that keeps her pushing forward. Episode Resources Article: By the Numbers: Is the Porn Industry Connected to Sex Trafficking? Lydia's Instagram: @Lydiacacho Lydia's Books…

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The Reality of Trafficking on OnlyFans 57:18

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*Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of trafficking. Listener discretion is advised. Megan Lundstrom has spent over a decade in this field of anti-trafficking, first as the founder of The Avery Center and now as the Director of the Resilience Fund at Polaris, a direct cash assistance program for trafficking survivors in the United States. In this episode, Megan shares her expertise on OnlyFans, examining its portrayal as empowering versus its exploitation risks. Megan reveals how traffickers use the platform and challenges the platform’s minimal standards for consent and safety. Episode Resources Article: How Porn Can Distort Consumers Understanding of Healthy Sex Podcast: Consider Before Consuming Ep. 81: Megan Lundstrom Podcast: Consider Before Consuming Ep. 115: Victoria Sinis Polaris Resilience Fund Report: An In-Depth Financial Analysis of Sex Trafficking on OnlyFans…

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Why Porn Exploits Instead of Empowering Women 53:13

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Dr. Meagan Tyler is a Senior Lecturer in the Research Education and Development team at Australia’s La Trobe University. With nearly 20 years of experience researching the intersections of pornography, gender inequality, and violence against women, she shares her expert insights. In this episode, she helps us understand how the normalization of pornography has been fueled by cultural shifts, technological advancements, and strategic marketing. Listeners will learn about the ways pornography influences intimate partner violence, its role in shaping unhealthy sexual norms, and how feminist ideals are co-opted to mask exploitation. Episode Resources Article: Does Porn Normalize Sexual Violence in Teen Relationships? Podcast: Consider Before Consuming Ep. 25: Carolyn West Podcast: Consider Before Consuming Ep. 90: Taina Bien-Aimé Coalition Against Trafficking in Women Australia Meagan Tyler's Research Outputs…

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The Path to Recovery: Addressing the Root Causes of Porn Addiction 55:32

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The Role of Trauma in Addiction, A Conversation with Dr. Frank Anderson 46:54

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Episode Description Dr. Frank Anderson is a renowned trauma expert, psychiatrist, and author with over 30 years of experience. In this episode, Dr. Anderson explores how trauma shapes behaviors and relationships, offering practical tools for healing and fostering genuine connections, while providing hope for those on their recovery journey. Episode Resources Podcast: Consider Before Consuming Ep. 101: Matthias J. Barker Dr. Anderson's Website Dr. Anderson's Newest Book: To Be Loved Trauma Institute Instagram: Dr. Frank Anderson…

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The Power of Connection in Overcoming Pornography, a Panel Discussion 1:23:56

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In this episode of Consider Before Consuming, we host a panel featuring four individuals deeply involved in the fight against pornography addiction. Chandler, Co-founder and CEO of Relay, shares his personal journey of overcoming pornography and how his experience led to creating a digital platform for recovery. Chris, a licensed professional counselor and certified sex addiction therapist, offers expert insights on the psychological effects of pornography and addiction recovery. Matthew and Dayne, both in recovery from long-term porn addiction, open up about their personal experiences, challenges, and victories in their healing journeys. Together, the panel discusses the power of connection in recovery, the importance of vulnerability, and how community plays a crucial role in breaking free from addiction. Episode Resources Article: How Porn Can Change the Brain Article: Why the Opposite of Porn Addiction Isn’t Only Sobriety—It’s Real Human Connection Podcast: Consider Before Consuming Ep. 93: Chandler Join Relay Book: The Body Keeps the Score…

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Intersections of Race, Gender, and Sexual Exploitation 54:30

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Melanie Thompson is a survivor of sex trafficking and prostitution, as well as a dedicated speaker and activist in the global fight against commercial sexual exploitation. Trafficked at just 12 years old, Melanie was later arrested and placed in foster care, where she began her advocacy journey at 14. She now serves as the Outreach & Advocacy Coordinator at the Coalition Against Trafficking in Women International. In this episode, we delve into Melanie's powerful story and explore the complexities of trafficking, the misconceptions surrounding platforms like OnlyFans, how pornography promotes violence and harmful stereotypes, and the urgent need for awareness and systemic change. Episode Resources Article: How Mainstream Porn Normalizes Violence Against Black Women Article: How Porn Can Misrepresent and Fetishize LGBTQ+ Individuals and Relationships Podcast: Consider Before Consuming Ep. 90: Taina Bien-Aim é Melanie's Podcast: Exit Wound The Coalition Against Trafficking in Women Rebecca Bender Initiative…

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Breanna and Brandon Vales are Directors and Founders of Red Light Rebellion, which exists to educate young people about the dangers of child sex trafficking. In this episode, they cover how their experiences influence their work and how they aim to empower youth to recognize the red flags of grooming and exploitation. They also share about Brandon's recovery journey from porn addiction, the impact of pornography on relationships, and how unresolved childhood trauma often leads to addiction. Episode Resources Article: How You Can Spot, Report, and Prevent Human Trafficking Red Light Rebellion Red Flag Cards: Text REDFLAGS to 602-922-1040…

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How Porn Fueled Violence and Control in My Relationship 1:03:41

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Engaging Sex Buyers to End Exploitation 1:07:40

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