Ari Burdan on Pornography's Hidden Dangers: A Deep Dive
Episode Overview
Ari Burdan, a senior, discusses the dangers of pornography on society Research reveals physical brain damage and psychological impacts of porn consumption Exposure to explicit content is linked to an increased demand for sex trafficking Importance of age verification in preventing children's access to harmful material Efforts to protect children from the negative effects of pornography
Pornography desensitizes men. It objectifies women, but it also...dehumanizes women. And there are two studies that kind of...I was like, wow, OK. Wow. That's a hot take.
How does easy access to pornography affect our brains and relationships? In this eye-opening episode of REDEMPTION, hosts Staci and Juliah sit down with Ari Burdan, who wrote a compelling thesis on the negative impacts of pornography. Ari breaks down the physiological effects on the brain, the toll on personal relationships, and the troubling link to sex trafficking. The conversation isn't just academic; it's deeply personal and incredibly relevant, especially for parents and educators worried about today's digital age.
Ari's insights highlight how easily accessible explicit content is affecting kids and teens, making this a must-listen for anyone concerned about the well-being of younger generations. Tune in to understand the gravity of the issue and learn about resources like Take It Down and Stop Non-consensual Intimate Image Abuse, which help individuals remove explicit content taken without consent.