The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway No Mercy / No Malice: Age Gating
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Jun 29, 2024 The discussion dives into the contradiction of age restrictions on social media and the risks to children. It highlights the urgent need for regulation, comparing social media to regulated products like alcohol. Personal anecdotes and research reveal the harm of unrestricted access to young users. Profit motives are critiqued for hindering effective age verification, while calls for legislative accountability emphasize the protection of children online. Urgent reforms like the Kids' Online Safety Act are proposed to safeguard the next generation.
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Age Restrictions in Society
- Society age-restricts many things deemed harmful or requiring mature judgment.
- This includes alcohol, driving, pornography, firearms, and even voting.
Viral Analogy
- Scott Galloway's statement about preferring to give his son alcohol and marijuana over social media went viral.
- This resonated with many, highlighting concerns about social media's impact.
Social Media vs. Pornography
- Research suggests social media's harm to teens may be worse than pornography.
- Restricting access to substances doesn't isolate teens like social media restrictions can.