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Digital Media Addiction: Sex Trafficking Made Easy
Digital Media Addiction: Sex Trafficking Made Easy
Digital Media Addiction: Sex Trafficking Made Easy
Wednesday 17th July 2019
Explore how digital media fuels sex trafficking with experts Dr. Lisa Day, Kristin Walker, and attorney John Whitehead. Learn and act against exploitation.
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Episode Overview
- Digital media's role in facilitating sex trafficking.
- Importance of civil liberties in addressing exploitation.
- Social media's impact on youth and society.
- Need for political accountability and activism.
- Understanding attachment dynamics in modern society.
As sexual freedom increases, political freedom decreases. When society becomes so into sex, they're not watching what the leaders are doing.
In the latest episode of Mental Health News Radio, host Kristin Sunanta Walker and co-host Dr. Lisa Day dive into the harrowing world of sex trafficking, with a particular focus on how digital media has exacerbated the problem. Joined by John Whitehead, a renowned civil liberties attorney from the Rutherford Institute, the conversation reveals the alarming ways in which social media platforms have become tools for traffickers, contributing to the billion-dollar industry of exploitation.
John Whitehead, who has devoted much of his career to issues surrounding constitutional law and human rights, discusses the intricate relationship between sexual freedom and political freedom, as articulated by Aldous Huxley. Whitehead warns of the risks posed by an increasingly detached society, where the main connection for many, especially youth, is through their cell phones. This detachment, he argues, makes it easier for traffickers to manipulate and exploit vulnerable individuals.
The discussion also touches on the disturbing trends within law enforcement agencies, where power is often misused to further oppress victims of trafficking. Whitehead emphasizes the need for civic engagement and activism, urging listeners to hold politicians accountable through organized efforts such as picketing and advocacy. Kristin and John share insights into the importance of attachment dynamics, highlighting how empathy and compassion are crucial to combating the avoidant tendencies of modern society.
They stress the need for community awareness and involvement in recognizing and fighting against trafficking. Throughout the episode, listeners are encouraged to take action and become informed participants in the fight against exploitation. The hosts also offer resources, such as zencharts.com for mental health centers, and promote positive initiatives like Copenotes.com, which provides daily mental health support.
This episode is a compelling call to action, reminding us of the power of awareness and the importance of standing up for human rights in the digital age.