Episode 3 - Porn is Bigger than Netflix, Amazon, and X Combined
Oct 11, 2024
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Jay Stringer, author of "Unwanted" and expert on sexual brokenness, teams up with Layla McElwade, co-founder of the Justice Defense Fund and anti-trafficking advocate. They expose the staggering statistics behind pornography, revealing its viewership eclipses that of major streaming platforms combined. Listeners are challenged to tackle sexual brokenness with biblically-informed solutions. The duo emphasizes the urgent need for accountability in the industry, shedding light on human trafficking and the importance of technological advancements in the fight.
The staggering prevalence of pornography usage reflects a cultural addiction, impacting individuals and societal norms significantly beyond personal consequences.
Grassroots activism and legal reforms are crucial in holding the pornography industry accountable and protecting potential victims from exploitation.
Deep dives
The Modern Impact of Pornography
The adult entertainment industry has transformed significantly with technology, becoming more accessible and prevalent in everyday life. The average age for first exposure to pornography is just 12, leading to serious ramifications as demand continues to surge. Current statistics reveal a staggering number of viewers, with millions engaging with pornography every second, surpassing online giants like Netflix and Amazon in traffic. The normalization of pornography usage has led to an alarming level of addiction among individuals, indicating that it's not just a personal issue but a cultural one that is beginning to infiltrate societal norms.
Understanding Sexual Brokenness
Research into sexual brokenness reveals underlying factors that contribute to unwanted sexual behaviors, including the use of pornography and infidelity. A significant study involving thousands of participants highlights how individuals often turn to pornography not only for pleasure but as a response to personal pain and trauma. Current approaches to combating these behaviors typically focus on lust management, which are not yielding effective results, and instead, there is a call for a more comprehensive understanding of each individual's backstory. This shift in focus aims to foster genuine healing by addressing the root causes of sexual brokenness rather than merely managing its symptoms.
Activism Against the Pornography Industry
Efforts to dismantle the pornography industry have gained momentum, particularly through grassroots activism and legal reform aimed at holding platforms accountable for hosting illegal content. Advocates have highlighted the painful reality of sexual exploitation and abuse that is rampant on sites like Pornhub, emphasizing the need for verification processes to prevent such occurrences. Legislative changes have begun forcing companies to remove vast amounts of unverified content, which marks a significant shift in accountability for online pornography. By taking decisive action against this industry, advocates aim to protect victims and foster a culture that recognizes the gravity of sexual exploitation.
Pornography is viewed regularly by 64% of Christian men and 30% of Christian women.
Porn sites receive more monthly traffic than Netflix, Amazon, and X combined. In fact, according to researcher and author Jay Stringer, people watched 4.6 billion hours worth of pornographic videos on a single site in just one year. Or roughly 5,000 centuries’ worth of time.
What can we do to solve sexual brokenness?
Creating real solutions that are biblically based, scientifically informed, and gospel-centered isn’t just a responsibility—it’s an opportunity for revival and growth.
Join us in October to hear the story of a group of Faith Driven Entrepreneurs and Investors who set out to bankrupt Porn Hub, one of the largest distributors of pornographic material. Learn how these efforts are working to cripple a $97 billion industry.
We recognize the difficult stories shared in this episode. If you are a survivor of abuse and looking for help, please go to justicedefensefund.org/#find-help.
“Note: The audio and story of Laila Mickelwait is sourced from the linked video & interviews.
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