In today's episode, we have an incredibly important and timely
discussion lined up for you. Joining us is Catherine Knibbs, a renowned
cyber specialist, who will help us navigate the complex and often
troubling landscape of cyber trauma. Together, we'll delve into what’s
really happening to our children online and the profound effects of
exposure to disturbing content, including pornography.

We'll also address the alarming rise of child grooming and paedophilia,

exploring how these threats are evolving in our digital age. This

episode is a must-listen for parents, educators, and anyone concerned

about the safety and well-being of young people in today's connected

world.

Timestamps:

00:41 - Brogan's Personal Connection to Catherine's Work

01:16 - Catherine's Background and Military Experience

03:24 - Life in the Military and Gender Dynamics

05:26 - Transition from Military to IT and Cybersecurity

06:27 - Shift to Child Psychotherapy and Personal Healing

08:58 - Intersection of Cyber and Trauma Fields

09:51 - Impact of Internet and Gaming on Children

10:51 - Origin of Cyber Trauma Concept

11:00 - Evolution of Internet and Pornography

13:36 - Children and Exposure to Disturbing Content

15:16 - Desensitization in Military and Society

17:02 - Online Safety and Generational Impact

18:03 - Child Sexual Abuse Material and Grooming

19:00 - Methods of Online Grooming

20:52 - Platforms Used for Grooming and Sextortion

23:09 - Shame and Blackmail in Sextortion

25:03 - Connection and Disconnection in Grooming

26:21 - Global Perpetrators and Grooming Manuals

27:03 - Research on Perpetrators and Their Backgrounds

29:30 - Challenges in Law Enforcement and Vigilante Groups

31:59 - Understanding the Darknet

36:05 - Vulnerabilities Leading to Online Grooming

37:53 - Importance of Media Literacy

39:07 - Tech Industry's Role and Parental Guidance

41:04 - Personal Experience with Online Scams

42:14 - Generational Vulnerability to Online Scams

43:19 - Appropriate Age for Social Media Access

45:02 - Personal Experience with Social Media and School Trauma