HOT TOPICS | Mr. Deepfakes Exposed: The Ugly Truth About AI Porn Exploitation - May 7th, 2025

Today, we’re digging into the explosive story behind Mr. Deepfakes, the man behind one of the most prolific non-consensual AI porn sites, who has finally been exposed. While he made money off stolen faces and fake fantasies, real women suffered the consequences: reputations damaged, careers impacted, and trauma inflicted without ever stepping in front of a camera. Don is joined by Laurie Segall, the CEO of Mostly Human Media, to break down the investigation, the tech loopholes that let this thrive, and what this moment says about the urgent need for regulation and accountability in the world of AI-generated exploitation. It’s not just creepy, it’s criminal. And it’s time to talk about it. Follow Laurie Segall @mostlyhumanmedia This episode is sponsored by Shopify. Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at SHOPIFY. COM/lemon This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/donlemon and get on your way to being your best self. This episode is brought to you by the Freedom From Religion Foundation. Whether you’ve always been secular or left religion behind, if you don’t want someone else dictating the trip for you, F-F-R-F has your back. Join us. Go to FFRF.US/Freedom or text the word, “DON” to five eleven five eleven and become a member today. Text fees may apply. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices