Internet Safety with Donna Rice Hughes

Michael Reagan's Story: Child Survivor to Safety Advocate

Donna is joined by Michael Reagan, the eldest son of former President Ronald Reagan and Jane Wyman. The discussion centers around his personal experiences with childhood sexual abuse at the hands of a trusted family friend and the lasting impact it has had on him. He shares about ongoing fear and shame that accompanied the abuse due to blackmail with images. He emphasizes the importance of parents listening to their children and recognizing warning signs, while also advocating for legislative reform to protect children in the digital age. Hear about the alarming increase in online child exploitation and the importance of public awareness and legislation to combat this issue. The episode is a call to action for parents, lawmakers, and society to protect children from both physical and online abuse.

How to Protect Kids in a Sexually Toxic Pornified Culture

Donna is joined by guest Gene McConnell, founder of Authentic Relationships International. They delve into the impact of early exposure to pornography on children and share personal stories. They highlight the connection between shame and broken relationships and stress the importance of open communication between parents and kids, in addition to using technology tools like filtering, monitoring, and time-limiting software to protect children online.

Sextortion: Gavin’s Guffey’s Tragic Story and His Dad’s Fight for Change

In this episode Donna and South Carolina Representative Brandon Guffey, discuss the tragic loss of his son, Gavin, who took his own life after becoming a victim of sextortion in July 2022. The discussion explores Guffey's advocacy journey, legislative efforts, and the establishment of 'Gavin's Law' which makes sextortion – the act of blackmailing someone after luring them to send sexually explicit photos of themselves via text or social media – a felony offense which becomes aggravated if the victim is a minor. The discussion also highlights big tech's inability to protect children online and stresses the importance of proactive parental engagement.

Online Privacy: Dead or Alive?

In this week's episode, Donna is joined by tech policy expert Rick Lane and telecommunications and public policy expert Greg Rohde to discuss the state of online privacy, the intersection of privacy and child exploitation, and the need for better regulation of internet platforms. They also address practical steps parents can take to protect their children's privacy online as well as the need for open communication between parents and children.

TikTok: The Good, The Bad and the Ugly

The popular social media platform TikTok is under heavy scrutiny by U.S. lawmakers over concerns ranging from child safety to national security. In this episode, Donna is joined by tech experts Geoffrey Cain and Rick Lane to discuss issues related to the app’s content and user experience, as well as its parent company’s geopolitical affiliations. They explain how the U.S. version of TikTok is vastly different than its overseas counterpart, why that is extremely concerning, and important safety issues parents should consider before allowing their children to begin—or continue—using the app.

Online Gaming and Addiction: The Lure, The Risks, The Cure

In this must-listen episode, Donna and renowned online gaming expert Dr. Andrew Doan dive into the dangerous world of internet and video game addiction impacting today's youth. They reveal startling statistics behind the problem, discuss the alarming rise of internet and gaming addictions among children and teens, the neuroscience behind it, and how predators exploit online games for grooming. Parents and caregivers will gain invaluable wisdom on recognizing addictive behaviors, getting professional help, and implementing effective prevention strategies to safeguard youth.

A Mother's Story: Her Daughter's Human Trafficking Nightmare

Susan Young, a subject matter expert and surviving parent, has trained thousands across the nation and around the world, informing of the dangers & indicators of trafficking. In this episode, she shares her daughter's story with Enough Is Enough. This episode is co-hosted by EIE President and CEO Donna Rice Hughes and human trafficking expert Bill Woolf.

Betrayal Trauma with Guest Dr. Jill Manning

Betrayal trauma occurs when someone we depend on for survival, or are significantly attached to, violates our trust in a critical way. Anyone can experience betrayal trauma, and research indicates that it’s more associated with physical illness, dissociation, depression and anxiety than fear-based traumas are.

 

In this episode, licensed family and marriage therapist Dr. Jill Manning joins EIE President and CEO Donna Rice Hughes to discuss the impact of betrayal trauma in relation to the online exploitation of children. You’ll learn how children's experiences of sexual abuse and exploitation, often by someone they trust, can result in deep psychological distress and a sense of betrayal. Most importantly, you’ll learn the warning signs and common misconceptions of betrayal trauma, as well as how and when to seek help.

Protecting Children in the Ever-Evolving Digital World

Enough Is Enough President and CEO Donna Rice Hughes talks to licensed family and marriage therapist Dr. Jill Manning about social media's profound health risks to children, the impact of pornography on children, kids' vulnerability to online predators, gaming disorders and more. Parents, learn how you to engage your children in meaningful conversations about their internet use. Plus, receive helpful and practical tips for keeping your family safe from online threats.