PBD Podcast “130 Million Daily Users” - PornHub Owner On Moderation, Sex Work & Morality | PBD Podcast | Ep. 484
Oct 4, 2024
Solomon Friedman, the owner of Pornhub, dives into the ethical quagmire of adult content in the digital age. He discusses the complexities behind the controversial acquisition by Ethical Capital Partners and what it means for regulation and societal acceptance. Content moderation takes center stage, with insights on age verification and user safety practices. Friedman also addresses the stigma surrounding the industry, advocating for transparency while contemplating the broader societal impacts of pornography on gender perceptions and loneliness.
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Introduction and Acquisition
- Patrick Bet-David introduces Solomon Friedman and Alexandra from Ethical Capital Partners.
- They discuss their acquisition of Pornhub and the platform's ethical considerations.
Acquisition Rationale
- Ethical Capital Partners saw Pornhub as an arbitrage opportunity due to its profitability and lack of mainstream investment.
- The goal was to bring legitimacy to the adult industry by engaging with stakeholders.
Pornhub Usage Statistics
- Patrick Bet-David presents statistics about Pornhub's usage, including billions of hours consumed and millions of visitors.
- He also notes a petition to shut down the site, highlighting its controversial nature.