In this timely and practical conversation, Jamie sits down with Kristen Jenson, founder of Defend Young Minds and author of Good Pictures Bad Pictures, to talk about how parents and grandparents can protect kids from pornography in 2026 and beyond. Kristen shares why kids are being exposed earlier than most parents realize (sometimes as young as age three!) and how her books are designed to give families simple, age-appropriate language to help kids reject porn when they encounter it.
We discuss the growing dangers of social media, shared-server games like Roblox and Fortnite, Discord, and how AI is fueling porn and exploitation. Kristen also shares tangible next steps parents can take today, including how to talk to kids about red-flag behavior, why using proper anatomical language matters, and how girls are often exposed differently than boys. This episode is a must-listen for anyone raising or influencing kids in today's digital world.
LINKS & RESOURCES FOR PROTECTING YOUR KIDS FROM PORN:
Check out Kristen's books:
- Good Pictures Bad Pictures on Amazon
- Good Pictures Bad Pictures Jr. on Amazon
- Good Pictures Bad Pictures Guidebook for Counseling Kids on Amazon
- Good Pictures Bad Pictures for Girls - Releasing March 2026!
Links to Defend Young Minds' resources:
- Defend Young Minds Digital Guides
- Brain Defense Digital Safety curriculum
- "How Do Kids Find Porn in 2026? 13 Pipelines Targeting Your Kids You Need to Know About" Article
Follow along with Defend Young Minds!
- Instagram: @defendyoungminds
- X: @defendYM
- Website: defendyoungminds.com
WHERE TO LISTEN
The SavvyCast is available on all podcasting platforms and YouTube. One of the best ways to support the show is by leaving a rating and review—I so appreciate you sharing your thoughts, my friends!
ENJOYED THIS EPISODE? CHECK THESE OUT!
How to Talk to Your Kids About Porn (and Why it Can't Wait) with Greta Eskridge
- Listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify
- Watch on YouTube
Honest Q&A with My Husband: Marriage, Parenting, & Menopause
- Listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify
- Watch on YouTube