TBD Tries…Roblox
Roblox faces criticism over the safety of its young users, with concerns about whether its new protections are sufficient. Despite scrutiny, the platform remains highly popular among children. The debate raises broader questions about digital safety and accountability in online spaces for kids.
- ▪Roblox is under fire for allegedly inadequate protection of its young user base.
- ▪The company has introduced new safety measures, but their effectiveness is questioned.
- ▪Cecilia D’Anastasio, Mary Harris, and Stella Harris are featured as guests discussing the issue.
- ▪The episode explores whether the focus on platform protections distracts from larger societal problems.
- ▪What Next: TBD is a Slate podcast hosted by Lizzie O’Leary examining technology and its impact on society.
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| Publication time | Sun, 17 May 2026 09:20:00 GMT |
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What Next: TBD May 17, 20265:20 AM TBD Tries…Roblox Is it actually dangerous for kids, or a scapegoat for a larger problem? Copy Link Share Share <div class="slate-megaphone__slot"></div> View Transcript Advertisement Listen & Subscribe Choose your preferred player: Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music TuneIn RSS Feed For questions about subscriptions or your Slate Plus feed, check our FAQ. <p class="slate-notification--error podcast-how-to-listen__notification">Please enable javascript to get your Slate Plus feeds.</p> All Slate Plus Podcasts Get Your Slate Plus Podcast If you can't access your feeds, please contact customer support. Thanks! Check your phone for a link to finish setting up your feed. Please enter a valid phone number.
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