The World and Everything In It 12.12.25 Australia’s social media ban, a documentary about a deadly conflict, and contemplating God’s faithfulness through unlikely people
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Dec 12, 2025 
Joining the conversation are John Stonestreet, President of the Colson Center, who critiques Australia’s social media ban on under-16s and its potential impact on teens. Collin Garbarino reviews the thought-provoking documentary The Perfect Neighbor, exploring its unique approach to controversial laws. Peter Mead shares insightful reflections on the Incarnation during Advent, highlighting how God’s plan involved unexpected characters. Together, they dive into how faith intersects with contemporary culture.
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Australia’s Under-16 Social Media Crackdown
- Australia enacted a nationwide ban on social media accounts for under-16s and penalizes platforms that fail to remove underage accounts.
- John Stonestreet argues the law forces platforms to take responsibility and will reduce teen exposure even if some circumvent it.
Social Media Is A Direct Source Of Harm
- Social media amplifies identity confusion and self-harm, especially among young teen girls.
- John Stonestreet says stopping that flow of harm is crucial while acknowledging family remains the deeper fix.
Use Enforceable Penalties To Change Platforms
- Hold platforms accountable with enforceable penalties so they must implement effective age-gating and moderation.
- John Stonestreet emphasizes fines change company behavior more than advisory rules alone.
