Human Trafficking Exposed: Protecting Vulnerable Youth & Communities | Abuse Prevention

In this episode, host Eve Hall sits down once again with Sean Shutt and Amanda Courier of the Touchy Subjects Podcast for a powerful and eye-opening conversation about human trafficking awareness and prevention. Together, they dive deep into the realities of sex trafficking , labor trafficking , and the systems that put vulnerable individuals at risk. Sean and Amanda break down common myths about human trafficking , clarify what trafficking actually looks like in the U.S., and explain how predators use online grooming tactics to target youth. The discussion also sheds light on high-risk populations , including runaway and homeless youth, LGBTQ+ individuals, foster-involved teens, and marginalized communities. Listeners will learn practical safety and prevention strategies designed for parents, caregivers, and educators —from setting healthy digital boundaries to having early, age-appropriate conversations about consent, safety, and bodily autonomy. The episode also explores: Why accurate media representation of trafficking matters How men can play a crucial role in advocacy and culture-shifting How early education builds resilience , self-advocacy skills , and long-term safety What community members can do to support survivors and disrupt trafficking systems This is a must-hear conversation for anyone seeking to better understand human trafficking, protect vulnerable populations, and become an informed advocate for prevention. Resouces : Touchy Subjects: How Abuse Hides Behind Love and Control https://open.spotify.com/episode/1zTBzGvpSEN6ahMngRH8uH?si=1WUp66VNT5yE8IuE6gZfiA Emotional Manipulation Exposed: Understanding the Power & Control Wheel https://open.spotify.com/episode/1I5XJwUb4kZyJJJOzd0ok1?si=N8ZZt6AOSxC79z3fc-PPmg What the Swinger Community Actually Looks Like (Hint: It is Not a Diddy Freakoff) https://open.spotify.com/episode/3EnP3W02CGln2wp45nn7OS?si=rwb0j2WLQuCxxqWp-SZQ0w Connect with the Guests Touchy Subjects Podcast Instagram | Facebook | Threads: @touchysubspod Email: touchysubjectspodcast@gmail.com 15-Minute Discovery Call with Eve: https://calendly.com/pleasemebyevecreations/discovery-call Book a Coaching or Pelvic Health PT Session: https://calendly.com/pleasemebyevecreations/physical-therapy-acoustic-wave-dry-needling-appt Join Patreon for early releases & ad-free episodes: patreon.com/PleaseMePodcast Please Me! Website: https://pleaseme.online/ Join Eve’s Substack Newsletter — Your Weekly Turn-On: Eve Hall | Substack Subscribe to Eve’s Column — Big Clit Energy™: A Please Me! Series in ASN Lifestyle Magazine: asnlifestylemagazine | ASNLifestyleMagazine – United States Shameless Care: shamelesscare.com – Use code PLEASEME for $15 off testing or medication Support Earthquake Relief in North Cebu, Philippines: Donate via World Vision Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices