Melanie Dawes
Chief Executive of Ofcom, responsible for implementing the Online Safety Act and discussing regulatory guidance to protect women and girls online.
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Nov 25, 2025 • 57min
Preventing online abuse, Rage rooms, Puberty and sport, Actor Olivia Williams on AI
Dame Melanie Dawes, Chief Executive of Ofcom, dives into new guidance aimed at enhancing online safety for women and girls. She highlights the need for tech companies to combat online abuse and discusses partnerships to support women in sports. Jennifer Cox, psychotherapist and author, explores the rising trend of rage rooms as a unique outlet for women's anger and offers techniques for healthy emotional expression. 17-year-old athlete Izzy Kyson speaks on her documentary addressing why girls drop out of sports during puberty and introduces a toolkit aimed at supporting young athletes.
Sep 8, 2025 • 2h 18min
LBC dedicates a whole day to Online Safety
Nick Clegg, former Deputy Prime Minister and Meta's Global Affairs President, discusses the urgent need for better online safety regulations, especially for children. Luke Pollard, Defence Minister, emphasizes the intersection of technology and national security in today's digital landscape. Melanie Dawes, Ofcom's Chief Executive, highlights alarming findings from youth exposure to harmful online content. Former Olympic champion Chris Hoy shares his inspiring journey battling stage four prostate cancer while advocating for awareness and community support.
