The Exodus Cry Podcast
Ep.1 - The connection between porn and sex trafficking | Helen Taylor and Benjamin Nolot
Jan 31, 2023
Benjamin Nolot and Helen Taylor discuss the vital connection between porn and sex trafficking. They explore the intersection of pornography and sex trafficking, highlighting personal stories and the need for accountability in the industry. They also delve into the rise of a popular porn website and the emerging anti-porn sentiment, leading to a global campaign to hold PornHub accountable. The podcast emphasizes the importance of education and empowerment in addressing these issues.
46:55
Episode guests
AI Summary
AI Chapters
Episode notes
Podcast summary created with Snipd AI
Quick takeaways
- The porn industry is closely intertwined with sex trafficking, as it is used to market women in prostitution and victims are forced to appear in pornography.
- A powerful anti-porn sentiment has emerged due to the discovery of Pornhub's involvement in hosting exploited videos, sparking a global movement against the harmful effects of pornography and sex trafficking.
Deep dives
The Intersection of Pornography and Sex Trafficking
Pornography intersects with sex trafficking in various ways. First, it is used to market women in prostitution, with pornographic cards being distributed to promote the women being sold. Second, sex trafficking victims are often forced to appear in pornography, blurring the lines between trafficking and pornography. Third, even in the mainstream porn industry, there is an element of trafficking present, with individuals being trafficked into the legal porn industry. Fourth, pornography fuels the demand for illicit sex, creating a market for trafficking. Lastly, pornography is used to groom and exploit victims of child sex trafficking, with traffickers using it to expose children to sexual acts they are forced to perform.
Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts
Save insights instantly, chat with episodes, and build lasting knowledge - all powered by AI.
