⚠️ Trigger Warning: This video contains discussion of pornography, sexual exploitation, and related sensitive topics. Please watch with care.
Can an industry built on exploitation ever be made safe? And what happens when we stop pretending porn is harmless?
In this compelling episode of P WORD TALKS, Ian Henderson interviews Helen Taylor, Vice President of Impact at Exodus Cry — a global movement committed to abolishing sex trafficking and confronting the exploitation at the heart of the commercial sex industry.
Originally from London, Helen has spent over a decade reaching people in red-light districts, brothels, strip clubs, and jails — both in the U.S. and around the world. She is also the lead author of Exodus Cry’s Intervention Manual, which has trained hundreds of teams and churches in how to support and reach those trapped in sexual exploitation.
In this episode, Helen shares:
Why the porn industry’s model is inherently exploitative — not empowering
The false language of “choice” and how it masks coercion and abuse
How porn normalizes violence and shapes cultural attitudes toward women
What she saw at a major porn industry conference — and why it was chilling
Why tech platforms and porn giants profit from trafficking and non-consensual content
The emotional cost of doing outreach — and the hope she’s witnessed firsthand
What it means to fight for justice and real sexual freedom in a pornified world
📍 Most shocking moment? Helen describes the atmosphere inside a porn expo: “Men were laughing at abuse. No one questioned it. The industry’s public image is a lie — and I saw it up close.”
“Real empowerment isn’t being consumed. It’s being seen, protected, and loved.”
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What did you learn from Helen’s story? Can porn be ethical? What would real change look like?
📖 Learn more or get involved at https://exoduscry.com
Trigger Warning: This video discusses child sexual abuse, sexual violence, and related sensitive topics. Please consider whether this content is right for you today and look after your wellbeing while watching.
Can mainstream porn become a gateway to child sexual abuse material? And how can we stop harm before it happens?
In this crucial conversation, Ian Henderson speaks with Alex Bailey, forensic psychologist and senior practitioner at the Lucy Faithfull Foundation — the only UK charity solely dedicated to preventing child sexual abuse.
Alex shares insights from over two decades of experience, revealing:
The devastating lifelong impacts of child sexual abuse
How mainstream pornography can escalate into illegal content for some users
The psychological drivers behind escalation and desensitization
The emerging risks of AI-generated sexual abuse images
How families and communities are impacted when someone offends
Practical steps individuals can take to recognize warning signs and seek help
The importance of education, open conversations, and prevention
Alex emphasizes that prevention is not only possible, but essential — and that everyone has a role to play in protecting children.
If you’re worried about your own online sexual behavior or someone else’s, please reach out for help. In the UK, visit the Lucy Faithfull Foundation’s Stop It Now for anonymous support.
00:00 – Trigger Warning & Introduction
01:00 – About the Lucy Faithfull Foundation
03:00 – Dr. Alex Bailey’s Journey into Child Protection Work
05:30 – Why Prevention Matters in Child Sexual Abuse
08:00 – Lifelong Impact of Child Sexual Abuse on Survivors
09:00 – Why Child Sexual Abuse Material Isn’t Victimless
10:00 – “What’s Porn Got to Do With It?” Report Explained
11:30 – How Mainstream Porn Can Escalate to Illegal Content
13:00 – The Psychology of Escalation and Desensitization
15:00 – Shame, Mental Health, and Hidden Struggles
18:00 – Warning Signs in Pornography Use
20:30 – Practical
How do we tackle the hidden harms of pornography—and is it time to rethink how tech giants profit from our private lives?
In this episode, Ian Henderson sits down with Lord James Bethell, member of the UK House of Lords, to discuss:
Why pornography is more than a private issue—it’s a public health crisis
The urgent need for stronger consent laws in adult content
The addictive nature of online porn and its mental health toll
Challenges of regulating Big Tech and algorithmic manipulation
How the Online Safety Act could protect future generations
Lord Bethell’s personal reflections on addiction and prevention
Lord Bethell shares candid insights from Westminster and explains why protecting vulnerable people from digital harms is a fight worth having—even when it’s politically inconvenient.
🎧 Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation about digital ethics, public health, and the future of online freedom.
In this powerful episode of P-Word Talks, clinical psychologist and researcher Dr. Elly Hanson explores how pornography, algorithms, and objectification are reshaping young people’s minds, relationships, and sexual values.
We discuss the harm caused by self-objectification, the myth of “ethical porn,” why “consent culture” isn’t enough, and how profit-driven platforms like OnlyFans are shaping sexual norms.
Essential listening for educators, parents, and anyone who wants to help the next generation thrive in a pornified world.
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Hosted by Ian Henderson, founder of the Naked Truth Project.
Meet Dr. Elly Hanson
From abuse recovery to prevention and education
Does critiquing porn make you a prude?
Porn, dissatisfaction, and the psychology of shame
Online misogyny and its connection to porn
The link between porn and harmful sexual behaviour
The adolescent crisis in a digital age
Algorithms, insecurity, and gender stereotypes
What is sexual objectification?
The mental toll of self-objectification
Why violence is tolerated in mainstream porn
The myth of “consent culture”
Porn isn’t about sex — it’s about profit
“Ethical porn” and the illusion of autonomy
Tech platforms and the manipulation of sexuality
Surveillance capitalism and online desire
Are we sexually autonomous anymore?
How porn colonises our sexuality
What young people are saying about porn
Verbal violence, visual harm, and cultural messages
The Andrew Tate effect and algorithmic grooming
What does healthy sexuality look like?
Building a hopeful, flourishing future
What is porn addiction? Is it even an addiction? What causes compulsive porn use — and how can people recover?
In this powerful episode of P-Word Talks, expert psychotherapist Paula Hall — one of the UK’s leading voices in sex and porn addiction recovery — breaks down the reality of problematic porn use today.
Drawing on decades of clinical experience, Paula explains:
✔️ The neuroscience behind compulsive porn use
✔️ Why shame keeps so many trapped
✔️ How porn addiction affects mental health and relationships
✔️ The truth about escalation and addiction labels
✔️ Why recovery is absolutely possible — and how to get there
✔️ How group work, therapy, and support make a difference
✔️ What society, families, and partners need to understand
Whether you’re struggling yourself, supporting someone else, or simply curious about this growing public health issue, this candid conversation will equip you with insight and hope.
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Chapters:
Meet Paula Hall, leading therapist in porn and sex addiction
How Paula began working in porn addiction recovery
What does Paula’s work look like today? (Laurel Centre, Pivotal Recovery, ISTAT)
How has porn addiction changed in the past 10–15 years?
Big misconceptions about porn addiction
Why is the term ‘porn addiction’ controversial?
What is compulsive sexual behavior disorder (CSBD)?
Is porn addiction on a spectrum? Recreational vs compulsive use
Is it just about morality? Understanding moral incongruence
What happens in the brain when consuming porn? (Dopamine & neuroscience)
Why teens are especially vulnerable to compulsive porn use
Smartphones, dopamine, and porn: a perfect storm?
Protective vs risk factors — why some people are more vulnerable
Is there a typical porn addict? (Demographics, gender, age)
How addiction is often a way of coping with emotional pain
The CHOICE recovery model explained
What is full recovery from porn addiction? (Not just sobriety)
The disease model vs biopsychosocial model of addiction
Why group therapy is so effective for recovery
Inspiring recovery stories — lives changed through group work
How partners and spouses are impacted — and what they need
Common emotional responses of partners (rage, shock, confusion)
Why partners need their own recovery support
Fighting stigma around porn addiction
Public policy, education, and where society needs to go
The future: What needs to change in the next 10–20 years
Final thoughts & thanks to Paula Hall
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In this powerful and urgent conversation, Ian Henderson (CEO of Naked Truth) sits down with Dame Rachel de Souza, the Children’s Commissioner for England, to unpack the crisis facing today’s children. From the mental health impacts of pornography and social media exposure to the failures of tech companies and the role of schools and parents, this eye-opening discussion calls for real change in how we protect children in the digital age.Topics include:The shocking average age children are first exposed to pornHow online content is shaping teenage relationships and consentAI-generated nude images and deepfake dangersThe failure of tech companies and the urgency of the Online Safety BillWhy sex education needs to radically changeWhat parents and schools must do right now📌 Watch, share, and be part of the solution. Every parent, teacher, policymaker and activist needs to hear this.🔗 Access all reports, stats, and parental guidance via the Children’s Commissioner Website 👉 For resources on porn recovery, healthy sexuality, and school workshops, visit Naked Truth ProjectThe P Word Talks is a bold podcast series from Naked Truth Project, exploring the real impact of pornography through expert conversations. Hosted by Ian Henderson, the series features leading voices including Dr. Paula Hall, Helen Taylor, Dr. Alex Bailey, Dr. Elly Hanson, Lord Bethell, and Dame Rachel de Souza. Covering topics like porn addiction, mental health, safeguarding, online safety, and sexual exploitation, each episode brings honest dialogue and fresh insight. Produced in partnership with Light & Star Media, this is the urgent conversation we all need to have.
Key moments in the interview:
00:00 – Intro: Who is the Children’s Commissioner?
01:30 – Why Rachel applied for the role after lockdown
02:30 – How childhood is changing in the digital age
03:30 – Mental health crisis and the impact of online life
05:00 – The average age children first see porn
06:15 – How children find explicit content on social media
07:45 – Girls, body image, and the emotional fallout
10:30 – Real-life consequences: bullying, shame, and suicide
12:30 – Porn's influence on first kisses and consent
14:00 – Porn addiction and emotional development in boys
15:30 – What young people really want from sex education
17:30 – The failure of current RSE in schools
19:00 – STIs, dehumanization, and the wider social impact
21:00 – Should phones be banned in schools?
23:00 – Tech companies: failure to protect kids
25:30 – Social media’s 24/7 effect beyond school walls
26:30 – Are parents unaware of how tech is being misused?
28:00 – What tech companies should be doing better
29:00 – What parents need to know—and do—now
31:00 – The rise of deepfake nudes and nudifying apps
33:30 – Why AI abuse needs urgent legal response
35:00 – What change could look like in 20 years
37:00 – A call to action: protect children before it’s too late
39:00 – Where to find Rachel’s reports and resources
40:00 – Final thanks and how to stay informed
#OnlineSafety #ProtectChildren #DigitalParenting #PornHarms #RachelDeSouza #NakedTruth #ChildrensCommissioner #YouthMentalHealth #SexEducation #TechResponsibility
A bold new series from Naked Truth Project, featuring honest conversations with leading experts on the real impact of pornography. Hosted by Ian Henderson, this series brings together diverse voices—including therapists, campaigners, doctors, and policymakers—to explore what’s really at stake.
Episodes include in-depth conversations with Dr. Paula Hall, Helen Taylor, Dr. Alex Bailey, Dr. Elly Hanson, Lord Bethell, and Dame Rachel de Souza.
Produced in partnership with Light & Star Media.
Find out more at nakedtruthproject.com.
