Dark Side of the Web

Watch the special episode here https://youtu.be/Rnwm2TZKO-Q Get on our website protect people online: Donate, share or volunteer https://helpusdefend.com/ The series will continue! Look for the next episodes in 2026

We're developing 65square, the world's healthiest socials and dating. Learn more: https://helpusdefend.com/?page_id=3593 Catch Season 1 of Dark Side of the Web now (animated): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MKdeOs96zDI&list=PLMdiCgE2JGCKtdMUJbZV3tLvzx4QW8vJT&index=2 THIS EPISODE: A teen girl needs money and the ole fashion way of making it, won't cut it. Actors: Sophia Neelam Siew Mari Blake Music: "Let Good Times Roll" Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/ra/let-good-times-roll License code: VSRUMHILTBZKFUNI "Lightless Dawn" Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/kevin-macleod/lightless-dawn License code: ARPWNTFCVLDUHXSZ "Jake's Theme" by Max Writer: Jeanine Storyboard Artist: Justine Animator: Kunika Learn more about DEFEND, volunteer, share or donate now: https://helpusdefend.com/?page_id=1166 Season 2 episodes (animated): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R5s56ouJPrU&list=PLMdiCgE2JGCLuk5ig-9g4VS5TvYIJ3Epm Read the companion piece (discussing the risks outlined in this episode): https://helpusdefend.com/?page_id=1442 DEFEND is an incorporated not for profit organization in Canada striving to educate and protect ch!ldren and other vulnerable people from predators and other risks on social media around the world. Help DEFEND by letter-writing, doing research or more invaluable work by volunteering your time. Check out listings on the website above. #ai #animated #darksideoftheweb

We're developing 65square, the world's healthiest socials and dating. Learn more: https://helpusdefend.com/?page_id=3593 Catch Season 1 of Dark Side of the Web now (animated): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MKdeOs96zDI&list=PLMdiCgE2JGCKtdMUJbZV3tLvzx4QW8vJT&index=2 THIS EPISODE: A man on the spectrum doesn't recognize an online scam. Actors: Eric Damilola Urvish Neelam Siew Music Producers: Ecio and Bastien Writer: H. Gordon Storyboard Artist: Ernesto Animator: Elizabeth Learn more about DEFEND, volunteer, share or donate now: https://helpusdefend.com/?page_id=1166 Season 2 episodes (animated): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R5s56ouJPrU&list=PLMdiCgE2JGCLuk5ig-9g4VS5TvYIJ3Epm Read the companion piece (discussing the risks outlined in this episode): https://helpusdefend.com/?page_id=1442 DEFEND is an incorporated not for profit organization in Canada striving to educate and protect ch!ldren and other vulnerable people from predators and other risks on social media around the world. Help DEFEND by letter-writing, doing research or more invaluable work by volunteering your time. Check out listings on the website above. #ai #animated #darksideoftheweb

We're developing 65square, the world's healthiest socials and dating. Learn more: https://helpusdefend.com/?page_id=3593 Catch Season 1 of Dark Side of the Web now (animated): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MKdeOs96zDI&list=PLMdiCgE2JGCKtdMUJbZV3tLvzx4QW8vJT&index=2 THIS EPISODE: A weaving story of (self)expl0itation on social media. Actors: Damilola Eric C Jennifer Nicholas A Carla Daisy Sophia Jess Music Producers: Bastien Writer: John Locke Storyboards: Neha Animator: Neha Learn more about DEFEND, volunteer, share or donate now: https://helpusdefend.com/?page_id=1166 Season 2 episodes (animated): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R5s56ouJPrU&list=PLMdiCgE2JGCLuk5ig-9g4VS5TvYIJ3Epm Read the companion piece (discussing the risks outlined in this episode): https://helpusdefend.com/?page_id=1442 DEFEND is an incorporated not for profit organization in Canada striving to educate and protect ch!ldren and other vulnerable people from predators and other risks on social media around the world. Help DEFEND by letter-writing, doing research or more invaluable work by volunteering your time. Check out listings on the website above. #ai #animated #darksideoftheweb

We're developing 65square, the world's healthiest socials and dating. Learn more: https://helpusdefend.com/?page_id=3593 Catch Season 1 of Dark Side of the Web now (animated): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MKdeOs96zDI&list=PLMdiCgE2JGCKtdMUJbZV3tLvzx4QW8vJT&index=2 THIS EPISODE: A young man without social media gets a hard lesson, fast. Actors: Neelam Eric C Michelle Nicholas A Sophia Charles Damilola Music: Breaking and Kidnapping - Nico Bastien Writer: Henry Storyboards: Ben Animator: Ben Editor Henry Learn more about DEFEND, volunteer, share or donate now: https://helpusdefend.com/?page_id=1166 Season 2 episodes (animated): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R5s56ouJPrU&list=PLMdiCgE2JGCLuk5ig-9g4VS5TvYIJ3Epm Read the companion piece (discussing the risks outlined in this episode): https://helpusdefend.com/?page_id=1442 DEFEND is an incorporated not for profit organization in Canada striving to educate and protect ch!ldren and other vulnerable people from predators and other risks on social media around the world. Help DEFEND by letter-writing, doing research or more invaluable work by volunteering your time. Check out listings on the website above. #ai #animated #darksideoftheweb

We're developing 65square, the world's healthiest socials and dating. Learn more: https://helpusdefend.com/?page_id=3593 Catch Season 1 of Dark Side of the Web now (animated): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MKdeOs96zDI&list=PLMdiCgE2JGCKtdMUJbZV3tLvzx4QW8vJT&index=2 THIS EPISODE: A teacher may find problems with his extra-curricular help he offers to students. Actors: Charles Jennifer Daisy Michelle Music: Bedroom Electronic Music - Ecio Suspense Outro - Ecio Writer: Jeanine Storyboards: Neha Animator: Misha Learn more about DEFEND, volunteer, share or donate now: https://helpusdefend.com/?page_id=1166 Season 2 episodes (animated): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R5s56ouJPrU&list=PLMdiCgE2JGCLuk5ig-9g4VS5TvYIJ3Epm Read the companion piece (discussing the risks outlined in this episode): https://helpusdefend.com/?page_id=1442 DEFEND is an incorporated not for profit organization in Canada striving to educate and protect ch!ldren and other vulnerable people from predators and other risks on social media around the world. Help DEFEND by letter-writing, doing research or more invaluable work by volunteering your time. Check out listings on the website above. #ai #animated #darksideoftheweb

We're developing 65square, the world's healthiest socials and dating. Learn more: https://helpusdefend.com/?page_id=3593 Catch Season 1 of Dark Side of the Web now (animated): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MKdeOs96zDI&list=PLMdiCgE2JGCKtdMUJbZV3tLvzx4QW8vJT&index=2 THIS EPISODE: A man dies and is reborn with suspicious AI. Actors: Eric Charles Siew Mari Jennifer Blake Kristan Carla Music Producers: Ecio Nico Bastien Writer: Jeremy Bentham Storyboards: Ernesto and Zain Animator: Zain Learn more about DEFEND, volunteer, share or donate now: https://helpusdefend.com/?page_id=1166 Season 2 episodes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R5s56ouJPrU&list=PLMdiCgE2JGCLuk5ig-9g4VS5TvYIJ3Epm Read the companion piece (discussing the risks outlined in this episode): https://helpusdefend.com/?page_id=1442 DEFEND is an incorporated not for profit organization in Canada striving to educate and protect ch!ldren and other vulnerable people from predators and other risks on social media around the world. Help DEFEND by letter-writing, doing research or more invaluable work by volunteering your time. Check out listings on the website above. #ai #animated #darksideoftheweb

We're developing 65square, the world's healthiest socials and dating. Learn more: https://helpusdefend.com/?page_id=3593 Catch Season 1 of Dark Side of the Web now (animated): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MKdeOs96zDI&list=PLMdiCgE2JGCKtdMUJbZV3tLvzx4QW8vJT&index=2 THIS EPISODE: The Office is parodied showing what could be a real online scammer facility. Actors: Eric C Blake Charles Kristan Michelle Nicholas A Daisy Sophia Music Producers: Bastien Hearty Wave (Opening Theme) - Ecio Elevated Flow - Ecio Thanks for Joy - Ecio Writer: Bryan Storyboard Artist: Angela Animator: Oleksandr Learn more about DEFEND, volunteer, share or donate now: https://helpusdefend.com/?page_id=1166 Season 2 episodes (animated): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R5s56ouJPrU&list=PLMdiCgE2JGCLuk5ig-9g4VS5TvYIJ3Epm Read the companion piece (discussing the risks outlined in this episode): https://helpusdefend.com/?page_id=6789 DEFEND is an incorporated not for profit organization in Canada striving to educate and protect ch!ldren and other vulnerable people from predators and other risks on social media around the world. Help DEFEND by letter-writing, doing research or more invaluable work by volunteering your time. Check out listings on the website above. #theoffice #animated #darksideoftheweb

We're developing 65square, the world's healthiest socials and dating. Learn more: https://helpusdefend.com/?page_id=3593 Catch Season 1 of Dark Side of the Web now (animated): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MKdeOs96zDI&list=PLMdiCgE2JGCKtdMUJbZV3tLvzx4QW8vJT&index=2 THIS EPISODE: A group of young men take it upon themselves to 'protect kids' and to enhance their online fame Actors: Urvish Kristan Nicholas A Blake Carla Music Producers: Ecio Bastien Nico Writer: John Locke Storyboards: Ernesto Animator: Kunika Learn more about DEFEND, volunteer, share or donate now: https://helpusdefend.com/?page_id=1166 Season 2 episodes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R5s56ouJPrU&list=PLMdiCgE2JGCLuk5ig-9g4VS5TvYIJ3Epm Read the companion piece (discussing the risks outlined in this episode): https://helpusdefend.com/?page_id=6753 DEFEND is an incorporated not for profit organization in Canada striving to educate and protect ch!ldren and other vulnerable people from predators and other risks on social media around the world. Help DEFEND by letter-writing, doing research or more invaluable work by volunteering your time. Check out listings on the website above. #podcast #animated #darksideoftheweb

Season 2 will have new episodes weekly starting on Nov 9/24. We have 8 new episodes which all will be animated. Catch season 1 now.

A live streamed round-table discussion with the cast and crew of Dark Side of the Web.  WARNING: Mature subject matter & coarse language. Listener discretion advised. Watch this Live Stream HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ncjFqk81YJM This was produced by DEFEND, a volunteer-run nonprofit looking to reduce risks for children and vulnerable people online. To donate or learn more: http://www.HelpUsDefend.com Starring: Henry, Nikita, Leah, Ecio, Bryan and Jason.  Hosted by Priscila.  Original theme music: Ecio (@rivasecio - IG) and additional music used under license by Artlist. Stay tuned for details on Season 2

A mother learns some dark secrets about her 11-year-old when the child is found self-harming. WARNING: Mature subject matter. Listener discretion advised. Watch the animated episode HERE: https://youtu.be/MKdeOs96zDI This was produced by DEFEND, a volunteer-run nonprofit looking to reduce risks for children and vulnerable people online. To donate or learn more: http://www.HelpUsDefend.com Starring: Jenna, Jennelle, Yvette, Carla, Kurt. Henry, Sharry, Nikita and special guest star Taryn Manning.  Executive Producers: Jenna, Henry, Bryan, Nikita, Jason and Ecio Written by Jason Original theme music: Ecio (@rivasecio - IG) and additional music used under license by Artlist. Stay tuned next month for a special LIVE STREAMED episode with some of the cast and crew. 

The founder of an influential health product is grilled in a Barbara Walters' style interview. WARNING: Mature subject matter. Listener discretion advised. Watch the animated episode HERE: https://youtu.be/tVxsR9J2zCY This was produced by DEFEND, a volunteer-run nonprofit looking to reduce risks for children and vulnerable people online. To donate or learn more: http://www.HelpUsDefend.com Starring: Anastasia, Jennelle, Jenna, Sharry and Henry Executive Producers: Jenna, Henry, Bryan, Nikita, Jason and Ecio Written by Henry Edited by Ecio Original theme music: Ecio (@rivasecio - IG)  and additional music used under license by Artlist.

A young boy suspects his babysitter is up to no good. WARNING: Mature subject matter. Listener discretion advised. Watch the animated episode HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uXj7hRMc7pk This was produced by DEFEND, a volunteer-run nonprofit looking to reduce risks for children and vulnerable people online. To donate or learn more: http://www.HelpUsDefend.com Starring: Jenna, Mark, Carla & Pedro Executive Producers: Jenna, Henry, Bryan, Nikita, Jason and Ecio Written by Henry Original theme music: Ecio Original music: Forest tale by Sebastian Pangal and additional music used under license by Artlist.

An elderly woman encounters a scam artist on her home computer. WARNING: Mature subject matter. Listener discretion advised. Watch the animated episode HERE: https://youtu.be/SsYA7rMCpHk This was produced by DEFEND, a volunteer-run nonprofit looking to reduce risks for children and vulnerable people online. To donate or learn more: http://www.HelpUsDefend.com Starring: Jennifer, Sharry, Mark, Jennelle & Pedro Executive Producers: Jenna, Henry, Bryan, Nikita, Jason and Ecio Written by Jenna Original theme music: Ecio Original music:  The beauty of nature by Ruiqi Zhao  and additional music used under license by Artlist.

Read this companion piece on DEFEND's website HERE: https://helpusdefend.com/?page_id=1516 Narration credit: Mohid Subscribe for more. 

A teen becomes a victim of a blackmailer after some not so normal web surfing. WARNING: Coarse language and mature subject matter. Listener discretion advised. Watch the animated episode HERE: https://youtu.be/K2tlXXY_WPg This was produced by DEFEND, a volunteer-run nonprofit looking to reduce risks for children and vulnerable people online. To donate or learn more: http://www.HelpUsDefend.com Starring: Jenna, Kurt, Anastasia & Mark Executive Producers: Jenna, Henry, Bryan, Nikita, Jason and Ecio Written by Henry Original theme music: Ecio Original music: “Kombucha” by Matteo Rizzo used under license - https://www.reverbnation.com/citizenstranger and additional music used under license by Artlist.

A man in a wheelchair attends for a special night out with a date. He’s met with a nasty surprise. WARNING: Coarse language and mature subject matter. Listener discretion advised. Watch the animated episode HERE: https://youtu.be/e2ax702M9lY This was produced by DEFEND, a volunteer-run nonprofit looking to reduce risks for children and vulnerable people online. To donate or learn more: http://www.HelpUsDefend.com Starring: Jenna, Jennelle, Kurt & Peter Executive Producers: Jenna, Henry, Bryan, Nikita, Jason and Ecio Written by Myles.  Original theme music: Ecio Other original music by: Ecio and Parnian and music used under license by Artlist. 

A group of young girls are easily manipulated into sharing lewd acts on a random video chat site. WARNING: Coarse language, sexual situations and mature subject matter. May contain cultural stereotypes some may find offensive. Listener discretion advised. Watch this episode HERE: https://youtu.be/iyMvE-Pal5g This was produced by DEFEND, a volunteer-run nonprofit looking to reduce risks for children and vulnerable people online. To donate or learn more: http://www.HelpUsDefend.com Starring: Jenna, Tanaz, Henry, Yvette, Jennifer & Carla Executive Producers: Jenna, Henry, Bryan, Nikita, Jason and Ecio Original theme music: Ecio Other music: Streetcar by Slutpuppy - https://soundcloud.com/spslutpuppy and music used under license by Artlist:  You know you want it by Orkas (Artlist) Beat the Dark by Itamar Doari (Artlist) Anis del Mono by Bunker Buster (Artlist) Darkness Within by Matooma (Artlist) Crazy for Your Love by Orkas (Artlist) Infinite Loop by Jimmy Svensson Triumph by Falconer (Artlist)

A mother learns her 8-year old son has been communicating with a ‘prince’. WARNING: Coarse language and mature subject matter. May contain cultural stereotypes some may find offensive. Listener discretion advised. Watch this episode HERE: https://youtu.be/t14j6t9WwB4 This was produced by DEFEND, a volunteer-run nonprofit looking to reduce risks for children and vulnerable people online. To donate or learn more: http://www.HelpUsDefend.com Starring: Jenna, Tanaz, Anastasia, Henry, Yvette, Sharry & Jerome Executive Producers: Jenna, Henry, Bryan, Nikita, Jason and Ecio Original songs: Ecio

A mother finds a lewd object in her son’s closet which leads to another shocking discovery. WARNING: Coarse language and mature subject matter. Listener discretion advised. Watch this episode HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rEV70jivEBQ This was produced by DEFEND, a volunteer-run nonprofit looking to reduce risks for children and vulnerable people online. To donate or learn more: http://www.HelpUsDefend.com Written by H. Gordon Starring: Jenna, Tanaz, Carla & Franco Executive Producers: Jenna, Henry, Bryan, Nikita, Jason and Ecio Original theme song: Ecio

A teen girl doesn’t see any issues when signing up for an adult dating site. WARNING: Coarse language and mature subject matter. Listener discretion advised. Watch this episode HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pR7kOBHXWSk This was produced by DEFEND, a volunteer-run nonprofit looking to reduce risks for children and vulnerable people online. To donate or learn more: http://www.HelpUsDefend.com Written by Myles Starring: Nikita, Anastasia, Bryan & Jennifer Executive Producers: Jenna, Henry, Bryan, Nikita, Jason and Ecio Original theme song: Ecio

A police officer makes a startling discovery regarding her teen daughter. WARNING: Coarse language and mature subject matter. Listener discretion advised. Watch this episode HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vub-FyXUUC4 This was produced by DEFEND, a volunteer-run nonprofit looking to reduce risks for children and vulnerable people online. To donate or learn more: http://www.HelpUsDefend.com Written by Bryan Schulte Starring: Jenna, Nikita, Kurt, Jason and guest star Taryn Manning.  Executive Producers: Jenna, Henry, Bryan, Nikita, Jason and Ecio Original theme song: Ecio

A wannabe influencer attempts a dangerous stunt for his followers. WARNING: Coarse language, dangerous stunts and mature subject matter. Listener discretion advised. Watch this episode HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vtUcMrJzKLM This was produced by DEFEND, a volunteer-run nonprofit looking to reduce risks for children and vulnerable people online. To donate or learn more: http://www.HelpUsDefend.com Starring: Tanaz, Henry and Jason Executive Producers: Jenna, Henry, Bryan, Nikita, Jason and Ecio Original theme song: Ecio

A 10-year-old boy brings adult language to the dinner table straight from his gaming environment. WARNING: Coarse language and mature subject matter. Listener discretion advised.  Watch this episode HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yIMq5ay94sU This was produced by DEFEND, a volunteer-run nonprofit looking to reduce risks for children and vulnerable people online. To donate or learn more: http://www.HelpUsDefend.com Written by H. Gordon Starring: Jenna, Tanaz, Henry and Jason Executive Producers: Jenna, Henry, Bryan, Nikita, Jason and Ecio Original theme song: Ecio

Season 1 coming soon!