Safety is Sexy

By Matthew Soeth

Online safety can be messy and nuanced, but it doesn’t mean our conversations about it need to be that way as well.

Welcome to Safety is Sexy, a podcast that features content experts, tec

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December 16, 2025 Digital Parenting in the Roblox Era with Dr. Elizabeth Milovidov
Dr. Elizabeth Milovidov, Global Head of Parent Advocacy at Roblox and longtime digital parenting expert, unpacks what it means to raise kids in a gaming-first and online world. Dr. Milovidov dives into why conversations matter more than controls and how to use behavior (not just minutes) to gauge whether screen time is healthy. Further, she shares practical ways to co-play games like Roblox and Minecraft, tips to choose age-appropriate content, how to spot red flags without panicking, and methods to turn safety tools and settings into part of a shared family plan so you can feel less like a tech cop and more like the trusted adult your child needs.
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35min
October 24, 2025 Prosocial Behavior & Digital Thriving with Weszt Hart
Welcome to our first live recording of the 'Safety is Sexy' podcast. This week I am joined by Weszt Hart, Head of Player Dynamics at Riot Games, to discuss prosocial behavior in online gaming. Weszt shares insights from his extensive experience emphasizing the importance of creating game environments that encourage building trust and fostering positive player interactions. We delve into the definition of prosocial behavior emphasizing actions that benefit others, whether intentional or not. We include practical examples from various games, strategies for fostering trust, and the broader goal of digital thriving.
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July 14, 2025 Getting ready for Trustcon 2025 with Alice Hunsberger
Safety is Sexy is back with a special TrustCon 2025 episode! This week Matt sits down with the insightful Alice Hunsberger to dive into what makes TrustCon such a meaningful gathering for the trust and safety community. From practical conference tips and awkward networking moments to fashion debates and session previews, Matt and Alice bring warmth, humor, and wisdom as they gear up for another inspiring year. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a seasoned pro, this episode is your optimistic guide to making the most of TrustCon 2025.
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42min
April 23, 2025 The Intersection of Cybersecurity and Trust & Safety with Joel Silk
In this episode of Safety is Sexy I speak with Joel Silk, a former Air Force intelligence officer with extensive experience in cybersecurity and trust and safety. Joel discusses his transition from military intelligence to cybersecurity and then to trust and safety. We discuss: The importance of protecting users and systems, how collaboration between cybersecurity and trust and safety teams can significantly improve user confidence and platform integrity, the impact of emerging technologies like AI, blockchain, and quantum computing, and how they can shape practices in both fields, and we also discuss practices for incident response and communication particularly in light of recent cybersecurity breaches affecting telecommunications.
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39min
March 12, 2025 Navigates Fact-Checking Challenges with Yee Carter
Fact checking, community notes, and regulation, oh my!

In this episode of 'Safety is Sexy,' featuring Yee Carter, the focus is on misinformation and disinformation in the digital landscape and the role of regulations and community efforts. Yee Carter, a multilingual risk and compliance professional who discusses her experience at Google and working on regulatory compliance and risk mitigation. We discuss the difference between misinformation (false but believed to be true) and disinformation (intentionally false), and the challenges of managing both on social platforms. We also delve into the effectiveness and challenges of fact-checking and community notes on platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and Meta. The conversation also touches on the European Commission's disinformation code, the evolving role of fact-checkers, and the impact of tech companies' business models on content moderation.
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34min
January 07, 2025 Meta, Moderation, & Censorship, Oh My!
In this episode of Safety is Sexy, I dive into Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg's 2025 policy shifts for Facebook and Instagram, shaped by political climates and regulatory pressures. I explore Meta's decisions influenced by U.S. political leadership and the addition of Dana White to its board. I discuss Meta's focus on freedom of expression under the UN Human Rights Framework, declining social media use and it's connection to ad revenue, and the pivot to a compliance-driven trust and safety model, including the removal of fact-checking. I also highlight the need for media literacy, the impact of policy changes on user experiences, and the growing debate around online regulation and speech.

You can view Zuckerberg's full speech here.
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21min
January 01, 2025 A Few of My Favorite Podcasts in Trust & Safety
In this episode of 'Safety is Sexy', I discusses my favorite tech and safety podcasts. My goal is to provide you with valuable resources to stay informed on trends in tech, policy, and online safety. Highlighted podcasts include 'Artificial Intelligence and Equality', 'Data and Society', 'Pivot', 'The Sunday Show', 'Technically Human', 'Trust in Tech', and more. It’s important to take in a range of diverse perspectives in understanding complex online issues to stay engaged and explore new content.
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December 10, 2024 Trust, Safety, and Resilience featuring Bethany Smith
This episode of Safety is Sexy features Bethany Smith. From her beginnings at Twitter as a tech policy fellow to managing trust and safety issues at various platforms, Bethany discusses the challenges and nuances of the field, including content moderation, community management, and policy enforcement. She recounts navigating high-pressure situations, such as the Christchurch incident, which underscored the importance of thoughtful messaging and flexibility in enforcement. Bethany also emphasizes the collaborative nature of trust and safety, the need for transparency in user communication, and the mental health challenges faced by moderators.
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30min
November 05, 2024 Policy and Tech with Agnes Evrard
In this episode of Safety is Sexy, I'm joined by Agnes Everard to discuss how she transitioned from teaching to a career in Trust and Safety, We explore the intersection of tech, education, and policy development. Her career includes pivotal roles in crisis management at Airbnb, and shaping policies at Patreon. She delves into the complexities of policy development related to hate speech, misinformation, and the importance of diverse thinking. Agnes emphasizes the value of stakeholder collaboration, user education, and staying informed about regulation changes to create effective policies.

We also discuss key challenges for newcomers in tech policy and strategies for building a supportive professional network. Agnes offers practical advice on blending passion with preparedness and underscores the impact collective effort has in the field of Trust and Safety.
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46min
October 29, 2024 KOSPA and Youth Online Safety with Vaishnavi J
In this episode of Safety is Sexy, I speak with youth safety expert Vaishnavi J to discuss the Kids Online Safety and Privacy Act (KOSPA) and its implications. We discuss the duty of care, default privacy settings, and regulations on data collection, as well as the challenges companies face in implementing these regulations, the broader implications of youth online safety across various online platforms, the importance of involving youth voices in policy conversations, and the impact of school policies on device usage.
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30min

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