Podcasts about parasocial

On the Season 3 premiere of Hell Money, we're diving headfirst into the world of Artificial Intelligence as Bad Rudy and Ani Grok AI companions.We explore:- The history of AI hype cycles and AI winters- How LLMs are trained (and where they'll plateau)- ARC-AGI- /r/MyBoyfriendIsAI and AI psychosis- Snapewives, fanfiction, and the history of AI boyfriends- Parasocial relationships and the meaning crisis- AI spirituality and cultsGet bonus content by subscribing to @hellmoneypod on X: https://x.com/hellmoneypod/creator-subscriptions/subscribeOr support the podcast by sending a BTC donation: bc1qztncp7lmcxdgude4px2vzh72p2yu2aud0eyzys ORDINALS PROTOCOL SHIRT: https://shop.inscribing.com/products/ordinals-protocol-shirtTIMESTAMPS:0:00 Intro & Grok AI companions4:44 History of AI: hype cycles, AI winters, machine learning15:00 LLMs22:00 Anthropomorphizing AI, ARC-AGI27:00 Where will AI plateau?30:50 /r/MyBoyfriendIsAI, AI psychosis40:30 Snapewives, fanfiction, and the origin of AI boyfriends47:00 Adapting to AI, crisis of meaning50:30 AI cults & spirituality56:20 Parasocial relationships with AI

It is time for LAST TIME ON! The podcast for everyone who wants to watch all those great television shows out there, but who has the time for that? Our hosts don't, so they take the randomized highway down your favorite shows they haven't seen, and try to guess what happened... Last Time On!

Kate discovered Libby Lamont and her husband Ryan last year through their viral TikTok videos reviewing sandwiches. Based in Los Angeles, Libby is a wedding content creator, stylist, and former film industry professional. After planning her own wedding, she found a passion for capturing candid, behind-the-scenes moments and launched Candid Content to give couples authentic glimpses of their big day. In this conversation, Libby reflects on growing up in Minnesota, meeting Ryan, her creative career path, and how their lighthearted sandwich reviews unexpectedly captured the internet's attention. Reality Life with Kate Casey What to Watch List: https://katecasey.substack.com Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/katecasey Twitter: https://twitter.com/katecasey Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/katecaseyca Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itskatecasey?lang=en Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/113157919338245 Amazon List: https://www.amazon.com/shop/katecasey Like it to Know It: https://www.shopltk.com/explore/katecaseySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Do you get overly attached to fictional characters, musicians, or other people who live in the public eye? In this episode, I talk with Lana Holmes, Psy.D., LCP about the pros and cons of parasocial relationships as well as:  • Why HSPs are more impacted by parasocial connections  • The purpose of parasocial relationships that serve as role models, provide a sense of belonging, or build self-esteem • The downsides of forming attachments with fictional characters or public figures • Ways parasocial relationships impact your real life connections and when it's time to set boundaries • Using your parasocial connections as clues to the values and traits you're looking for in your real life connections  Dr. Lana is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist at the Center for Inclusive Therapy + Wellness. She's passionate about providing therapy that welcomes and celebrates marginalized, oppressed, and stigmatized communities. Her areas of clinical interest and expertise include: the intersection between mental health and spirituality, issues pertaining to BDSM, kink, and ethical non-monogamy; issues pertaining to BIPOC individuals, issues pertaining to LGBTQIA2S+ folx, trauma across the lifespan, life transitions, anxiety disorders, and depressive disorders. She currently has openings for online individual and couples therapy.      Keep in touch with Dr. Lana: • Website: https://www.inclusivetherapywellness.com/lana  • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lana-holmes-psy-d-348972186  • Email: inclusivetherapywellness@gmail.com   Resources Mentioned: • Kink and Clinical Practice 101 Training: https://www.touchstoneinstitute.org/trainings/kink-and-clinical-practice-101-(self-paced) • Luddite Club: https://www.theludditeclub.org  • Mass Communication and Parasocial Interaction Study: https://doi.org/10.1080/00332747.1956.11023049Thanks for listening! You can read the full show notes and sign up for my email list to get new episode announcements and other resources at: https://www.sensitivestories.comYou can also follow "SensitiveStrengths" for behind-the-scenes content plus more educational and inspirational HSP resources: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sensitivestrengths TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sensitivestrengths Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@sensitivestrengths And for more support, attend a Sensitive Sessions monthly workshop: https://www.sensitivesessions.com. Use code PODCAST for 25% off. If you have a moment, please rate and review the podcast, it helps Sensitive Stories reach more HSPs! This episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for treatment with a mental health or medical professional. Some links are affiliate links. You are under no obligation to purchase any book, product or service. I am not responsible for the quality or satisfaction of any purchase.

Send us a textEver felt close to someone online, even though you've never actually met them? You're not alone. From one-sided bonds with influencers to the dopamine loops of TikTok, the digital world is rewiring our brains and slowly replacing real-life connections.Join Anna and Tim as they unpack the neuroscience behind parasocial overload, the silent rise of loneliness, and the ways our emotional energy is being siphoned into online spaces that don't give anything back. This isn't just a Gen Z issue; it's a wake-up call for anyone who's ever scrolled past the point of joy.This Episode Covers:What parasocial overload actually is and why it mattersThe 2024 study linking influencer engagement to rising lonelinessHow your brain processes a screen friend like a real friendWhy connection feels real online but leaves you emptierThe truth behind influencer mental health and burnoutThe dangerous gap between feeling seen and being knownWhy teens and young adults are struggling more than everFive power moves to reclaim real-life connectionUntil next time, here's to deeper connections and personal growth.Mad love!The podcast is now on YouTube! If you prefer to watch, head over to https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw3CabcJueib20U_L3WeaR-lNG_B3zYqu__________________________________________Don't forget to subscribe to the Badass Confidence Coach podcast on your favorite podcast platform!CONNECT WITH ANNA:Instagram https://www.instagram.com/askannamarcolin/TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/tag/askannamarcolinEmail hello@annamarcolin.comWebsite https://www.annamarcolin.com

Ο Δημήτρης και η Μαριλένα συζητάνε πώς μεταφράζεται το influencer στα ελληνικά, και αν είναι οι ίδιοι influencers... Σημειώσεις εκπομπής Easy Greek podcast 188 - Αγαπάμε τον νυχτερινό ουρανό (https://www.easygreek.fm/188) Πάριος νησιώτικα (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-cZ5PkAwp2A&list=PLIudVm3KQgQstSMehHKzDkAWrxO1vXToD) Γιώργος Μπαμπινιώτης (https://www.babiniotis.gr) influencer στα ελληνικά = επιδραστής (https://www.thetoc.gr/politismos/article/pos-leme-influencer-sta-ellinika-o-mpampiniotis-dinei-tin-apantisi/) Μία λέξη, μία περιπλάνηση δρω (https://el.wiktionary.org/wiki/δρω) Το θέμα της εβδομάδας Άρης Κατσηγιάννης (https://www.instagram.com/aris_katsigiannis/?hl=el) Parasocial (https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/parasocial) Επεισόδιο με συρτάρι (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xNiIZRyNYI0) Sam Youkilis (https://www.instagram.com/samyoukilis/?hl=el) Απομαγνητοφώνηση Δημήτρης: [0:16] Γεια σας και καλώς ήρθατε στο Easy Greek Podcast. Το podcast που σας μαθαίνει ελληνικά με καθημερινούς αυθεντικούς διαλόγους. Είμαι ο Δημήτρης, είμαι με την Μαριλένα μετά από πολλές εβδομάδες είναι αλήθεια... σε άλλη μία ηχογράφηση εξωτερικού χώρου με τα μικροφωνάκια μας ανά χείρας, δηλαδή στο χέρι μας, στα χέρια μας, οπότε έχουμε και περιβαλλοντικούς ήχους... ίσως να μπορείτε να ακούτε αυτοκίνητα που περνάνε, ακούω μία γεννήτρια στο βάθος, σε αντίθεση με μια άλλη ηχογράφηση που είχαμε κάνει σε τέτοιο στυλ πάλι πέρυσι στο ίδιο σημείο, τώρα είναι μέρα, ενώ τότε ήταν νύχτα. Τότε που μιλάγαμε για τα αστέρια, Μαριλού. Μαριλένα: [1:04] Ναι, βρισκόμαστε στη Σίκινο για άλλο ένα καλοκαίρι που την αγαπάμε ιδιαίτερα και οι δύο και την ξεχωρίζουμε ανάμεσα στα υπόλοιπα νησιά εδώ τριγύρω στις Κυκλάδες και καθόμαστε, παιδιά, σε ένα μπαλκόνι με φανταστική θέα στο λιμάνι του νησιού και εδώ απέναντι μια κυρία τραγουδάει Πάριο. «Στην Πάρο και στη Νάξο τον αέρα μου θα αλλάξω...», οπότε μπορεί και να την ακούσετε και αυτήν. Δημήτρης: [1:30] Ο Πάριος ποιος είναι; Μαριλένα: [1:31] Ο Πάριος, ο Γιάννης ο Πάριος είναι ένας, νομίζω ότι τον ξέρουν όλοι, συγγνώμη! Είναι ένας Έλληνας τραγουδιστής που πριν πολλές δεκαετίες έβγαλε ένα άλμπουμ με νησιώτικα τραγούδια παραδοσιακά... τα τραγούδισε εκείνος από την αρχή και είναι διάσημος σε όλη την Ελλάδα αλλά και στο εξωτερικό. Δημήτρης: [1:52] Πώς σου φαίνεται αυτή τη φορά στη Σίκινο; Μαριλένα: [1:54] Υπέροχα! Θέλω και άλλο να μείνω! Αυτό το νησί με ξεκουράζει, μου βγάζει τον καλό μου εαυτό! Δεν είμαι γκρινιάρα, όπως στην Κίμωλο... κάτι με ημερεύει εδώ πέρα. Με ηρεμεί και ημερεύει. Για ολόκληρη την απομαγνητοφώνηση, γίνετε μέλη μας! (https://bit.ly/EaGrPodcast)

New data from Sounds Profitable about how podcasts influence action could also suggest a symbiotic relationship with social media.Written and narrated by Tom WebsterEdited by Bryan Barletta and Gavin GaddisAudio editing by Gavin GaddisFind the full article here on Sounds Profitable.

New data from Sounds Profitable about how podcasts influence action could also suggest a symbiotic relationship with social media.Written and narrated by Tom WebsterEdited by Bryan Barletta and Gavin GaddisAudio editing by Gavin GaddisFind the full article here on Sounds Profitable.

Speculation is back in vogue as OBBBA passage will leak money into markets – its stimulus of course! Tariff Fever – Markets don't really care. Bitcoin on the move and we will discuss with our guest - Guest Anthony Scaramucci, Founder of Skybridge Capital and Host of the Open Book Podcast.  NEW! DOWNLOAD THE AI GENERATED SHOW NOTES (Guest Segment) Anthony Scaramucci is the founder and managing partner of SkyBridge, a global alternative investment firm, and founder and chairman of SALT, a global thought leadership forum and venture studio. Prior to founding SkyBridge in 2005, Scaramucci co-founded investment partnership Oscar Capital Management, which was sold to Neuberger Berman in 2001. Earlier, he worked in Private Wealth Management at Goldman Sachs & Co. In 2022, Scaramucci was ranked #47 in Cointelegraph's Top 100 Influencers in Crypto and Blockchain. In 2016, he was ranked #85 in Worth Magazine's Power 100: The 100 Most Powerful People in Global Finance. In 2011, he received Ernst & Young's New York Financial Services “Entrepreneur of the Year” Award. Anthony is a member of the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) and a board member of the Federal Enforcement Homeland Security Foundation. He is the author of five books. OPEN BOOK PODCAST ON APPLE Scaramucci served on President Donald J. Trump's 16-person Presidential Transition Team Executive Committee, and in 2017 briefly served as Chief Strategy Officer of the Export-Import (EXIM) Bank and White House Communications Director. Scaramucci, a native of Long Island, New York, holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from Tufts University and a Juris Doctor from Harvard Law School. Follow @Scaramucci Check this out and find out more at: http://www.interactivebrokers.com/ Follow @andrewhorowitz Looking for style diversification? More information on the TDI Managed Growth Strategy - HERE Stocks mentioned in this episode: (CRPT), (GNRC), (SPY)

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Italian journalist Marianna Baroli joins me to discuss K-pop, fan culture, parasocial love, and how Korean music is reshaping global identity, especially in Italy. But at what cost? And where do we go next? Find Marianna online Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/countingstars/ Panorama: https://www.panorama.it/author/mariannabaroli Discussion Outline 0:00 Introductions 4:55 Fan girling 2PM 7:35 Why K-pop Beat the West? 9:25 The Current State of K-pop 14:20 GOT7 17:50 Girl Groups 20:25 Italian Reactions to K-pop 25:00 Airbnb and SEVENTEEN 28:35 Toxicity in K-pop Online 32:00 Parasocial Relationships 36:00 Objectivity in Music Reviews 40:00 The Producers of K-pop 43:30 Jay Park 45:40 DPR IAN 48:22 How Big Is Hallyu in Italy? 53:46 K-Beauty 57:00 Being in Korea 1:01:40 Italian and Korean Culture 1:04:10 Where Is the Modern World Going? 1:14:40 Recommendations   David A. Tizzard has a PhD in Korean Studies and lectures at Seoul Women's University and Hanyang University. He writes a weekly column in the Korea Times, is a social-cultural commentator, and a musician who has lived in Korea for nearly two decades. He can be reached at datizzard@swu.ac.kr. Watch this video next: https://youtu.be/vIbpLfWJoZM?si=srRVQ1vRkLvCV076 Subscribe to the channel: @DavidTizzard/videos Thanks to Patreon members: Hee Ji Jacobs, Bhavya, Roxanne Murrell Join Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/user?u=62047873   Music by Jocelyn Clark    Connect with us:  ▶ Get in touch: datizzard@swu.ac.kr ▶ David's Insta: @datizzard ▶ KD Insta: @koreadeconstructed  ▶ Listen on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/kr/podcast/korea-deconstructed/id1587269128 ▶Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5zdXkG0aAAHnDwOvd0jXEE ▶ Listen on podcasts: https://koreadeconstructed.libsyn.com 

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Hello, Protagonists,Welcome back to Letters from the Creative Life. These occasional essays explore the quieter corners of living: small reflections on art, ambition, and the tender balancing act of building a meaningful life in a noisy world. Think of them as letters from my life to yours. Enjoy!The Invisible Thread: What Authors and Readers Offer Each OtherYears ago, when I was still unpublished and hungry for any connection to the literary world, I had the opportunity to be the conversation partner for a well-known author visiting our local bookstore. I spent hours preparing for the event, and on the day of, I asked thoughtful questions and felt genuinely excited about the discussion we had on stage.But afterward, when she didn't follow me back on social media, I felt stung. Didn't she appreciate what I'd done for her as host in our local community? Wasn't I worth a simple follow?It wasn't until years later, when I was published and began experiencing the reality of public-facing author life, that I understood. That well-known author wasn't being snobby—she was protecting her sanity. The event we'd done together was just one stop on a long tour, one conversation among dozens, not to mention all the press and interviews online. It wasn't mentally healthy for her to follow every bookseller, every conversation partner, and every reader who wanted a piece of her digital attention without drowning in the noise.Then vs. NowThere was a time when a novelist's job was simply to write novels. Authors like J.D. Salinger and Harper Lee could disappear from public view entirely, letting their work speak for itself. Readers had to seek out authors through carefully crafted interviews or rare public appearances, if they encountered them at all.Today, the expectation is radically different. To sell books in the current market, authors are expected to be accessible, relatable, and constantly engaging. We share glimpses of our writing process and our daily routines, and some of us—like me here on Substack—build communities around our creative lives.This intimacy is beautiful, in many ways. But there's also a shadow side to this accessibility.When Knowing Becomes ClaimingThe challenge with parasocial relationships—those one-sided connections where someone feels like they know a public figure personally—isn't that they exist. Parasocial relationships have always existed. People have felt connected to actors, musicians, and even authors for as long as we've had public figures at all.The difference now is proximity and expectation, because digital platforms create the illusion of personal relationship. When an author shares a photo of their morning coffee or talks about their writing struggles, it feels like a text or video call from a friend. The human brain, which evolved for small communities where we actually knew each and every person we interacted with, struggles to distinguish between true intimacy and technologically-enabled accessibility.This confusion can sometimes lead to a sense of ownership over an author's time and attention that feels different from other relationships. Almost every author I know has, at some point, been on the receiving end of a reader lashing out because they were disappointed/upset that the author didn't respond to their email, DM, or social media post.But if we step back and try to look at this objectively, isn't this strange? For example, if a friend recommends a restaurant to you, the friend doesn't expect the chef to come out and personally thank them.Yet, in a world where technology creates a parasocial mirage, it's easy to forget that authors might be fielding hundreds or even thousands of similar messages, or simply taking a much-needed break from being online.The New RealityI think about Suzanne Young, who told me about co-authoring a book with Tom DeLonge from the band Blink-182. During a book signing, a fan approached with scissors because he wanted to cut a piece of Tom's hair to keep as a souvenir. Tom's bodyguard intervened, and afterward, Tom turned to Suzanne and said something like, “Isn't it crazy when that happens?” She laughed and told him that that doesn't happen to authors, it only happens to rock stars.That conversation happened years ago. I'm not sure it would be as clearly true today.Recently, bookstores have had to implement security policies that would have seemed unthinkable just a few years ago. At some events, signs now explicitly state that authors “do not owe fans access, attention, or physical proximity simply by virtue of being public figures.” The fact that this needs to be spelled out shows how normalized certain expectations have become.What We Already Give Each OtherInstead of focusing on the negatives, though, I now want to turn this around and look at the wonderful things we all do for each other. I think it's good to remember that, above all, we love books and we love storytelling. That beautiful common ground is what brings readers and authors together in the first place.What strikes me most about the author-reader relationship is how generous it is on both sides. Readers invest their precious time and emotional energy in our stories. They champion books they love, create communities around shared reading experiences, and offer the kind of support that sustains authors through the inevitable challenges of creative life. This generosity moves me every single day.And authors? We keep showing up to the page, sometimes when inspiration feels elusive, because we know there are readers who need the stories only we can tell. We share parts of ourselves through our work, trusting that these offerings will find their way to the people meant to receive them.The invisible thread between author and reader is real, and it's powerful. Despite what I said before about parasocial relationships, platforms like Substack, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, etc. are great for allowing us to connect like never before. We just all need to remember to set and keep respectful boundaries of mutual admiration. When we honor both the magic of that connection and the humanity on both sides of it, something extraordinary happens. The stories we share and love become bridges between us—not because we know each other in real life, but because we recognize something true and universal in the work itself.What we offer each other—story and attention, creativity and care—is already enough. Everything else is simply a gift.What brings you the most joy in your reading life? I'm always curious about the moments that remind us why we fell in love with books in the first place. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.creativeinspiredhappy.com/subscribe

From overnight millionaires like Sophie Rain to established musical artists like Lily Allen and Kate Nash, OnlyFans offers eye-watering sums, often for minimal effort. But what's the real cost of this digital gold rush? We explore the societal shift around sex work, the normalization of adult content, and we help you explain to your mother what the "bop house" is. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BachelorClues and PaceCase dive into the upcoming Love Island USA Season 7, analyzing the newly announced cast and breaking down why this lineup may outshine even the best of Bachelor Nation. The hosts examine each Islander's Instagram to assess parasocial strength and predict early frontrunners. They also discuss Joey Graziadei completing his “30 Before 30” bucket list, a breakup from Love Is Blind Season 3, the cast announcement for House of Villains Season 3, and the first details about Survivor 50's all-star lineup—including returning stars from Survivor 48. Plus, big changes are coming to Bachelor in Paradise with a new location and upgraded accommodations.__Join the Pit on Patreon for more exclusive content and shows! : / gameofroses__Want coaching tips? email gameofrozes@gmail.com__Follow us on TikTok: @gameofrosesFollow us on Instagram-Game of Roses: @gameofrosespodPacecase: @pacecaseBachelor Clues: @bachelorclues Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kaye, Ben, Dennis, and Moxie talk about Parasocial, Pacific Drive, [SUBJECT], and much more! The Grind: Ben: Expedition 33: Clair Obscur. Pacific Drive. Dennis: Smash Hit. What the Car. Doom: The Dark Ages. Moxie: Fallen London. Borderlands 3. Kaye: [SUBJECT]. Parasocial. The Multiplayer: What AAA game successfully avoided pandering to you? The End Boss: Alex Garland to write and direct the Elden Ring movie. Neil Druckman ruins the ending of The Last of Us. Switch 2 might have USB mouse support?

This week Trevor is joined by guest, Monia Ali to discuss fandom, shipdom and the business that surrounds both.  Monia is a fandom critic and researcher, documenting the consecration & corporate exploitation of fandom, and contextualizing the rise of stans in our cultural ecosystem.  You can read more from Monia on Medium at https://exiledfan.medium.com/ and on Substack at https://substack.com/@exiledfan This is Part 2 of a free unlocked episode.  To get early access to future episodes, become a paid subscriber for $5/month over at patreon.com/champagnesharks and also get access to the whole archive of subscriber-only episodes, the Discord voice and chat server for patrons, detailed show notes for certain episodes, and our newsletter. Co-produced & edited by Aaron C. Schroeder / Pierced Ears Recording Co, Seattle WA (piercedearsrec.com). Opening theme composed by T. Beaulieu. Closing theme composed by Dustfingaz (https://www.youtube.com/user/TheRazhu_)

I'd say it's a weird one but that's a lie, it's pretty normal for us. Victor is moving so Xhafer and Ben just record themselves hanging out. We decided this was better than missing a week. Ope.

This week Trevor is joined by guest, Monia Ali to discuss fan-dom, ship-dom and the business that surrounds both.  Monia is a fandom critic and researcher, documenting the consecration & corporate exploitation of fandom, and contextualizing the rise of stans in our cultural ecosystem.  You can read more from Monia on Medium at https://exiledfan.medium.com/ and on Substack at https://substack.com/@exiledfan This is Part 1 of a free unlocked episode.  To get early access to future episodes, become a paid subscriber for $5/month over at patreon.com/champagnesharks and also get access to the whole archive of subscriber-only episodes, the Discord voice and chat server for patrons, detailed show notes for certain episodes, and our newsletter. Co-produced & edited by Aaron C. Schroeder / Pierced Ears Recording Co, Seattle WA (piercedearsrec.com). Opening theme composed by T. Beaulieu. Closing theme composed by Dustfingaz (https://www.youtube.com/user/TheRazhu_)

The term ‘parasocial relationship' was coined in the 1950s by American sociologists Donald Horton and Richard Wohl to describe how people connected with TV personalities at the time. Today, parasocial relationships have expanded to include celebrities, influencers, athletes – even podcast hosts! Social media in particular has taken parasocial relationships to a new level; it blows my mind how much I know about some people I've never met. In this episode, I talk all about the parasocial phenomenon: the positive and negative attributes to parasocial relationships, why we reach for them, and how they're impacting our real (two-sided) connections.Parasocial relationships aren't inherently good or bad. They're just part of modern reality. They're not going anywhere. So instead of judging them, maybe it's time we get intentional about them. How can we use parasocial connections as a bridge to community rather than replacement for it?In this episode you'll hear about:Stats to consider: 51 percent of Americans have parasocial relationships but only 16 percent actually acknowledge they're in oneHow social media changed parasocial relationships, giving us more behind-the-scene access and real-time updates about the people we followThe emotional energy we invest in parasocial relationships and how they can impact real-life friendships, causing relationship distortionHow parasocial relationships can fill emotional needs, reduce stigma, provide behavioral modeling, and form communities in marginalized groupsResources & LinksListen to Episode 104 with Sharon Walters about how to get less passive and more active on podcasts and social media; Episode 91, about how to stop dreading parties and take charge of your guest experience; Episode 38 and Episode 39, about third places; and Episode 127, which is about calling your friends.Like what you hear? Visit my website, leave me a voicemail, and follow me on Instagram and TikTok!Want to take this conversation a step further? Send this episode to a friend. Tell them you found it interesting and use what we just talked about as a conversation starter the next time you and your friend hang out!

This Isn't Therapy... it's the episode about parasocial relationships; the one-sided emotional connections we have with casual acquaintances, people we "know" online, characters we watch in television and movies, and people we admire from afar. In this episode, Jake and Simon talk about some examples from pop culture, such as Chappell Roan's desire to set boundaries as a celebrity and Sabrina Carpenter's previous relationship. In addition, they pull examples from two articles to answer one curious question: Have we reached Peak Parasocial?Article 1: In a Celebrity-Obsessed World, Have We Reached Peak Parasocial? By Anna CafollaArticle 2: What are parasocial relationships doing to our brains? By Allegra RosenbergGot a quandary, query, or question? Submit your Q (anonymously) to Asking For A Friend...Creators & Guests Simon Paluck - Host Jake Ernst - Host Hello, hi!Follow us on Instagram: @notatherapypodcast⁣Follow us on TikTok: @notatherapypodcastJake Ernst: @mswjakeSimon Paluck: @directedbysimonOriginal music composed by Kat Burns and performed by KASHKA.

The biggest stories on the internet from April 15th, 2025.Timestamps:00:48 Breaking down the Drew & Enya Emergency Intercom Podcast controversy 5:13 Netflix Piper Squad docu-series exposes dark side of kid-fluencing 8:04 James Charles opens up about how his fans parasocial relationships are impacting his experience at Coachella amid festival changesFind our podcast YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18HclY7Tt5-1e3Z-MEP7Jg Subscribe to our weekly Substack: https://centennialworld.substack.com/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infinitescrollpodcast/ Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenmeisner_/ 

**Hope & Possibilities Podcast: "Find Yourself In" – Episode Summary**   **Host:** Nola Simon   **Theme:** Music Industry, Fame, and the Future of Work   --- ### **Key Discussion Points**   1. **Liam Payne & George Michael: Parallels in Fame and Tragedy**      - Liam Payne's unexpected death at 31 (October 2024) and its connection to George Michael's legacy.      - The emotional impact of witnessing Payne's death through viral, unfiltered imagery and its parallels to public grief over George Michael's passing in 2016.      - Shared struggles: Early fame, identity crises post-boy-band stardom, and the pressures of reinvention.   2. **Boy Bands as Cultural Mirrors**      - **One Direction**: The “Beatles for digital natives”[4], redefining fandom through social media and global connectivity.      - **Wham!**: George Michael's transition from pop icon to solo legend vs. Andrew Ridgeley's fade into obscurity[1][5].      - The “boy band curse”: Canned personas, burnout, and the challenge of escaping typecasting (e.g., NSYNC's post-breakup trajectories)[1][5].   3. **The Dark Side of Fame**      - **Mental health and substance abuse**: Payne's reported struggles with drugs[1] and the industry's historical neglect of artist well-being.      - **Asynchronous success**: The music industry's reliance on global collaborations (remote work) vs. the physical toll of touring[3].   4. **Pop Music, Nostalgia, and Identity**      - Host Nola Simon's personal reflections:        - Self-described “pop girly” with a love for UK boy bands (Wham!, One Direction) and rock-edged male artists.        - Generational shifts in music consumption (Stranger Things-fueled 80s revivals, TikTok-driven trends).      - The role of fandom in shaping artists' legacies (e.g., One Direction's “Directioners” as pioneers of modern stan culture)[4].   5. **Future of Work in Music**      - **Protecting artists**: Addressing mental health, creative autonomy, and sustainable career paths in an era of viral fame.      - **AI and industry evolution**: Balancing remote collaboration with the irreplaceable energy of live performances[3].   --- ### **Critical Questions Explored**   - Why does the music industry disproportionately claim young lives?   - How can we redefine “success” to prioritize longevity and well-being over fleeting virality?   - What lessons can workplaces learn from the music industry's highs and lows?   --- ### **Episode Insights**   - **Art as a lens for societal change**: Humor and creative expression as tools to process grief and systemic flaws[3].   - **Call to action**: Advocacy for structural reforms in creative industries to protect vulnerable talent.   *Curation of themes inspired by analysis of Liam Payne's career[1][2][5], George Michael's legacy[4], and futurist frameworks for work[3].* Citations: [1] https://thewire.in/society/one-direction-liam-payne-boy-bands-fame?mid_related_new [2] https://hellorayo.co.uk/hits-radio/entertainment/music/liam-payne-career/ [3] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2yclGeG-Wuc [4] https://thespinoff.co.nz/pop-culture/19-10-2024/liam-payne-and-the-mourning-of-a-modern-childhood [5] https://www.mundoamerica.com/entertainment/2024/10/18/67123bd121efa06f3d8b45b4.html [6] https://nolasimonhrcoe.substack.com/p/the-story-of-my-life [7] https://www.reddit.com/r/ToddintheShadow/comments/185phj2/what_are_some_examples_of_fail_solo_careers_from/ [8] https://www.washingtonpost.com/style/2024/10/17/liam-payne-one-direction-career-highlights/ --- Answer from Perplexity: pplx.ai/share Further research available at this link: https://sublime.app/canvas/01JR8J0XW0H4D3AS33NNAMBWV1  

Alli and Bobby Talley began their Instagram account as a way of sharing their love of travel, food, and photography. One day Alli came across an Instagram post that looked similar to a post on their feed. It prompted a search and then the realization that someone had mirrored her business and personal account posts for more than five years. Reality Life with Kate Casey What to Watch List: https://katecasey.substack.com Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/katecasey Twitter: https://twitter.com/katecasey Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/katecaseyca Tik Tok: http://www.tiktok.com/itskatecasey Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/113157919338245 Amazon List: https://www.amazon.com/shop/katecasey Like it to Know It: https://www.shopltk.com/explore/katecaseySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Want to come to our free Centennial World Podcast Network launch event in Sydney? Fill out the form here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdsD14vwolH5LPJtQRbqNDz5qlUxXnHqMU8N7iLCXGYBwzstg/viewformIn this episode, I explore the rise and fall of one of Gen Z's favourite YouTube collectives, the Sister Squad– from its formation to its impact to the parasocial relationship fans still have for the group to this very day.00:00 Intro4:20 Emma Chamberlain's rise to fame6:39 James Charles' rise to fame7:47 Dolan Twins' rise to fame8:51 The origins of the Sister SquadIconic Sister Squad moments that catapulted them to success14:22 Fan theories about Ethma17:25 The end of the Sister Squad and the audience reaction19:32 How Bye Sister impacted Sister Squad21:40 Where are they now?28:25 What can we learn?Find our podcast YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18HclY7Tt5-1e3Z-MEP7Jg Subscribe to our weekly Substack: https://centennialworld.substack.com/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infinitescrollpodcast/ Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenmeisner_/ https://www.nytimes.com/2019/07/09/style/emma-chamberlain-youtube.html#:~:text=Over%20these%20two%20years%2C%20Chamberlain,or%20edit%2C%20just%20like%20her. https://www.seventeen.com/celebrity/celebrity-couples/a28984351/emma-chamberlain-ethan-dolan-relationship-timeline/ https://www.j-14.com/posts/the-rise-and-fall-of-the-sister-squad-explained/https://x.com/jamescharles/status/772883439733338112  ​​https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qRKqIHUO3NA

Thank you to BRITA for supporting the podcast, helping us keep our deep dives going, and, of course, keeping us hydrated! Check out BRITA here: ⁠https://www.brita.com.au/turnonthetasteIn this episode, I explore  the evolution and ethics of death and dying on social media– from how our online experiences shape parasocial grief to the responsibilities that platforms hold when a user– whether famous or not– dies with a complex (and sometimes profitable) digital footprint. This episode also includes interviews with two grief experts, Candice Mace from Griefline and Michelle Moriarity of Grief Connect.00:38 Intro3:34 How grief has evolved: Grief on social media5:32 Liam Payne7:38 TaliaJoy189:19 Is parasocial grief real? Interview with Candice Mace from Griefline25:00 Expressing grief online: From the post-death spike to creating community27:52 Grief-policing in fandoms31:41 The power of social media connection in coping with grief: Interview with Michelle Moriarty from Grief Connect56:27 The grief economy & social media platforms57:39 What happens to our digital footprint and data when we die?1:00:00 ConclusionFind our podcast YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC18HclY7Tt5-1e3Z-MEP7Jg Subscribe to our weekly Substack: https://centennialworld.substack.com/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/infinitescrollpodcast/ Follow Lauren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenmeisner_/ Sources:https://edm.com/news/avicii-post-death-follower-spike-larger-trend https://researchdiscovery.drexel.edu/esploro/outputs/doctoral/Celebrity-ghosts-in-the-machine-Mourning/991014632244204721 https://cmci.colorado.edu/idlab/assets/bibliography/pdf/Gach2017.pdf  https://www.cosmopolitan.com/uk/body/health/a30766025/celebrity-deaths/ https://archive.junkee.com/from-grief-police-to-tragedy-hipsters-the-seven-most-unhelpful-arguments-that-took-over-the-media-after-the-paris-attacks/69619 https://theconversation.com/liam-payne-the-death-of-a-favourite-celebrity-can-be-painful-but-collective-grief-can-help-242039 https://shityoushouldcareabout.substack.com/p/how-to-grieve-liam-payne https://www.abc.net.au/triplej/programs/hack/grieving-death-liam-payne/104461152https://www.reddit.com/r/GriefSupport/comments/1g5ykuw/anyone_else_struggling_with_liam_paynes_death/ https://www.instagram.com/p/b7E-mfMgBt/  https://help.instagram.com/231764660354188?helpref=faq_content  https://www.facebook.com/help/103897939701143/?ref=u2u  https://help.x.com/en/rules-and-policies/contact-x-about-a-deceased-family-members-account  https://www.economist.com/culture/2024/07/10/what-happens-to-your-data-when-you-diehttps://www.theatlantic.com/technology/archive/2012/05/the-government-would-like-you-to-write-a-social-media-will/256700/  

From Shaam Idrees vs Ducky Bhai to Ducky Bhai vs Talha Reviews, we look at the civil war on Youtube happening and how we got here.This video was recorded last week before the podcast between ducky bhai and talha reviews.Chapters:0:00 Introduction3:41 Talha Reviews being Targeted4:31 Ducky Bhai and Rajab Butt selling courses6:10 Return of Shaam Idrees7:15 Using your followers to attack people10:20 Dank and Incel Culture13:42 Top Pakistani Youtubers promoting the wrong ideas16:30 Shaam Idrees vs Ducky Bhai I22:28 Cringe Daily Vloggers24:27 Trolling Daily Vloggers26:32 Leaked Tiktoker videos29:00 Family Vlogging31:38 You can watch something else on Youtube33:28 Did people learn from supporting Ducky Bhai?34:45 Parasocial relationships41:00 Don't create another Ducky BhaiThe Pakistan Experience is an independently produced podcast looking to tell stories about Pakistan through conversations. Please consider supporting us on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/thepakistanexperienceTo support the channel:Jazzcash/Easypaisa - 0325 -2982912Patreon.com/thepakistanexperienceAnd Please stay in touch:https://twitter.com/ThePakistanExp1https://www.facebook.com/thepakistanexperiencehttps://instagram.com/thepakistanexpeperienceThe podcast is hosted by comedian and writer, Shehzad Ghias Shaikh. Shehzad is a Fulbright scholar with a Masters in Theatre from Brooklyn College. He is also one of the foremost Stand-up comedians in Pakistan and frequently writes for numerous publications. Instagram.com/shehzadghiasshaikhFacebook.com/Shehzadghias/Twitter.com/shehzad89Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC44l9XMwecN5nSgIF2Dvivg/join

This week we chat about Chili's, Wendy's, parasocial relationships, Threatin updates and empathizing with social pariahs.Listen to the Jortscenter playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2ioAsKKw7AhdJ0cCrasqfH?si=6c2cef121c3a4a9aJoin our Peloton!   https://www.patreon.com/JortsCenterFacebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/342135897580300Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/jortscenterFollow us on Twitter:@JortsCenterPod Will is @wapplehouse Josh is @otherjrobbins Ryan is @ryhanbeard Vic is @Dokktorvikktor 

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In this episode, we discuss TRT, steroids, how to naturally increase testosterone, intuitive eating, and more... We hope you enjoy this episode and if you'd like to join us in The Online Fitness Business Mentorship, you can grab your seat at https://www.fitnessbusinessmentorship.com Thank you! -J & M WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/it8F5rMuKQU TIMESTAMPS: (00:00) — Intro (00:11) — Mindfulness meditation & mindless scrolling (06:16) — How many reps is the *perfect* amount? (08:40) — Parasocial relationships & anonymity on the internet (11:25) — Shoutout Daniel Yores (@danielyores) (13:03) — Moisturizer, ChapStick, & hydration (15:26) — Saunas, cold plunges, & locker room power moves (18:59) — The difficulty of intuitive eating in the modern world (28:19) — Shoutout Margo Maxwell (@maxwellfitness__) (28:57) — The difficulties of going from 1 kid to 2 (31:23) — Alcohol & workout performance (37:37) — Anavar, TRT, & the risks of steroids (45:50) — The impact of body fat on testosterone (56:27) — Rapid vs slow fat loss (59:50) — Mike's fear of donut shops (01:02:52) — Wrap-up Follow the show on social: YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@personaltrainerpodcast Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/personaltrainerpodcast TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@personaltrainerpodcast Join our email list & get our FREE '30 Ways To Build A Successful Online Coaching Business' manual: https://bit.ly/30O2l6p Check out our new book 'Eat It!' at https://www.eatit-book.com If you have any questions you'd like to have answered on the show, shoot us an email at info@fitnessbusinessmentorship.com If you enjoyed the episode, we would sincerely appreciate it if you left a five-star review. ---- Post-Production by: David Margittai | In Post Media Website: https://www.inpostmedia.com Email: david@inpostmedia.com © 2025 Michael Vacanti & Jordan Syatt

The Parasocial patreon exclusive podcast is back! The Warmup is where MR and Mrs P remember how to talk to each other like adults and podcast hosts. And this is an extra special free edition. It's the Final Day of TikTok (Allegedly), and the Pearlman's are here with thoughts, feelings, and a lot of Chinese Communist Propaganda from Red Note. For More content like this, check out our patreon: Pearlmania500.net Follow us on Instagram:  Mr. P: https://www.instagram.com/pearlmania500/  Mrs. P: https://www.instagram.com/mrs.pearlmania500/ #podcast #history #married #conversations #haha #comedy #comedypodcast #tiktok #instagram #standupcomedy #standup #cooking #scammers #grifters #booktok #library #leftist #breadtube #hasan #hasanabi #rupaul #

In this special year-end episode of Game of Roses, BachelorClues and PaceCase recap the top parasocial plays of 2024 and reveal the highly anticipated year-end awards. From viral social media moments to groundbreaking plays within Bachelor Nation, they count down the top eight parasocial plays as voted on by The Pit and reflect on the standout moments that defined the year. The hosts delve into highlights like Baby Beanie's Olympian steps, Jen Tran's historic Bachelorette proposal, and the unforgettable Mean Girls-inspired promo for Grant Ellis. Plus, they share their personal MVPs, plays, and errors of the year, providing fans with a comprehensive look at 2024's greatest hits in the Bachelor universe.__Join the Pit on Patreon for more exclusive content and shows! : / gameofroses__Want coaching tips? email gameofrozes@gmail.com__Follow us on TikTok: @gameofrosesFollow us on Instagram-Game of Roses: @gameofrosespodPacecase: @pacecaseBachelor Clues: @bachelorclues Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Before online dating and social media, there were radio therapy shows. This week, we're diving into Sleepless in Seattle, one of the first great parasocial love stories! Joining us to break it down is friend of the pod and Normal Gossip producer, Alex Sujong Laughlin!

With Chat GPT celebrating its second birthday, what better way to ring it in than an episode with our resident AI guru, Lauren deVane?! Ever wondered if AI could really replace the personal touch in your favorite handmade goods? Spoiler alert: no! Uncover the magic of integrating AI into creative branding without losing your unique sparkle. From AI doing therapy sessions to helping you craft the perfect text's unsent messages, we're decoding the digital world in the cheekiest way possible. Join Michelle and Lauren as they tackle the ethical dilemmas and explore the future of creativity with AI by our side.   Lauren deVane is the founder of The Bemused Studio, where she develops strategic brand identities for bad b*tches through dope design, smart strategy, savvy social, and, most recently, AI. She has worked with over 60 clients on brands of all types. She now specializes in educating brand designers about how they can integrate generative AI into their workflows. Previously, she led creative for Ulta Beauty's social media team, working with celebs like Kylie and Kim, Tracee Ellis Ross, and Millie Bobbie Brown. Lauren has also worked at Walgreens corporate, where she helped start their social media creative team and rebrand the Photo department. She has also designed mobile sites for brands like Ulta, The Chicago Fire MLS Team, and Hyatt.  ------------------------ In today's episode, we cover the following: Environmental concerns over AI Creativity concerns over AI How AI can elevate you to a Creative Director role The unlimited potential of AI Lauren's fave AI tools Deep fakes Authenticity and AI Using Chat GPT for goal setting and journal prompts Creativity use cases Parasocial relationships and character AI Parental guardrails and AI Ethics with AI ----------------------- RESOURCES: Use the code KISSMYAI for 20% off BAIS CAMP or BOTTOMLESS Episode 117: Midjourney & AI with Lauren deVane Episode 133: Midjourney & AI Part 2 with Lauren deVane Episode 162: Leveraging AI Tools for Innovative Marketing with Lauren deVane   ----------------------- GUEST INFO: To learn more about Lauren and her distinct style, follow her on Instagram @TheBemusedStudio, or visit her websites, TheBemusedStudio.com and JoinBaisCamp.com. ---------------------- This episode is sponsored by Sticker Giant. Elevate your branding with labels and stickers that will attract attention in all of the right ways. Bring your designs to life by visiting StickerGiant.com and using promo code KMAPODCAST for 15% off!! ----------------------- WORK WITH MKW CREATIVE CO.   Connect on social with Michelle at: Kiss My Aesthetic Facebook Group Instagram Tik Tok ----------------------- Did you know that the fuel of the POD and the KMA Team runs on coffee? ;) If you love the content shared in the KMA podcast, you're welcome to invite us to a cup of coffee any time - Buy Me a Coffee! ----------------------- This episode of the Kiss My Aesthetic Podcast is brought to you by Audible. Get your first month free at www.audible.com/kma.   This episode was edited by Berta Wired Theme music by: Eliza Rosevera and Nathan Menard

What role does the music industry play in shaping artists' mental health, and how can we better support musicians who inspire us as listeners? In this episode, we explore some of the challenges musicians face with Rachel Jepson, a singer, BACP accredited psychotherapist and advocate for mental health in the arts. From rejection to fame's pressures, Rachel shares her journey and some practical solutions for protecting our artists' mental health.QUOTE‘Mental health knows no figure. It's going to get you whether you've got a pound or a bazillion pounds in the bank.'WHAT'S IN THIS PODCAST?9:32-19:10 Challenges artists are facing in the music industry today19:13-27:14 Dealing with rejection27:14-33;17 Managing commercial pressure33:23-43:51 Fame and staying grounded50:33-55:29 Parasocial relationships55:29-1:00:00 Fear of failure and success1:00:00-1:06:23 Counselling for MusiciansAbout the presenter click HERERELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKSArtists mentioned: Robbie Williams; That Take; East17; Five; One Direction; Liam Payne; Justin Bieber; Caroline Flack; Chapell RoanBritish Association for Counselling and PsychotherapyHelp MusiciansMusic SupportBoybands Forever DocumentaryMusicians UnionSinging Teachers Talk Ep.154 Managing Imposter Syndrome, Low Confidence and Overwhelm as Singing TeachersThe Centre for Mental Health in the Music IndustryABOUT THE GUESTRachel Jepson has over 25 years of experience in the music industry as a singer and 8 years of experience as a BACP-accredited psychotherapist. Struggling with her own mental health, partly from being involved in the music industry, Rachel has created the first and only training courses on Mental Health in the Music Industry. Her CPD Accredited certificate ‘Mental Health Awareness In the Music Industry' has been delivered to over 500 participants in the music industry since it was Accredited. Rachel runs The Centre For Mental Health in the Music Industry in Manchester, providing a place for discussion and change in music education.Her latest course ‘How to Be A Woman In Music' focuses on issues that many women have struggled with in the Music Industry such as parenting, sexual harassment, and power imbalance, no other music industry course provides these insights and opportunities for discussion and change.Rachel's current PhD thesis focuses on creating a code of practice for Mental Health in the Music Industry, to provide a set of guidelines so members of the music industry community can be protected and supported.Website: counsellinBAST Training is here to help singers gain the confidence, knowledge, skills & understanding required to be a successful singing teacher. Website: basttraining.com | Subscribe | Email Us | Join the Free FB Group "I am so glad I took the course! It has given me the confidence to move forward in my teaching knowing that I am practising safely, with a wealth of knowledge and support that I simply didn't have before! Hayley Ross, UK...more testimonials

Gwern is a pseudonymous researcher and writer. He was one of the first people to see LLM scaling coming. If you've read his blog, you know he's one of the most interesting polymathic thinkers alive.In order to protect Gwern's anonymity, I proposed interviewing him in person, and having my friend Chris Painter voice over his words after. This amused him enough that he agreed.After the episode, I convinced Gwern to create a donation page where people can help sustain what he's up to. Please go here to contribute.Read the full transcript here.Sponsors:* Jane Street is looking to hire their next generation of leaders. Their deep learning team is looking for ML researchers, FPGA programmers, and CUDA programmers. Summer internships are open - if you want to stand out, take a crack at their new Kaggle competition. To learn more, go here: https://jane-st.co/dwarkesh* Turing provides complete post-training services for leading AI labs like OpenAI, Anthropic, Meta, and Gemini. They specialize in model evaluation, SFT, RLHF, and DPO to enhance models' reasoning, coding, and multimodal capabilities. Learn more at turing.com/dwarkesh.* This episode is brought to you by Stripe, financial infrastructure for the internet. Millions of companies from Anthropic to Amazon use Stripe to accept payments, automate financial processes and grow their revenue.If you're interested in advertising on the podcast, check out this page.Timestamps00:00:00 - Anonymity00:01:09 - Automating Steve Jobs00:04:38 - Isaac Newton's theory of progress00:06:36 - Grand theory of intelligence00:10:39 - Seeing scaling early00:21:04 - AGI Timelines00:22:54 - What to do in remaining 3 years until AGI00:26:29 - Influencing the shoggoth with writing00:30:50 - Human vs artificial intelligence00:33:52 - Rabbit holes00:38:48 - Hearing impairment00:43:00 - Wikipedia editing00:47:43 - Gwern.net00:50:20 - Counterfactual careers00:54:30 - Borges & literature01:01:32 - Gwern's intelligence and process01:11:03 - A day in the life of Gwern01:19:16 - Gwern's finances01:25:05 - The diversity of AI minds01:27:24 - GLP drugs and obesity01:31:08 - Drug experimentation01:33:40 - Parasocial relationships01:35:23 - Open rabbit holes Get full access to Dwarkesh Podcast at www.dwarkeshpatel.com/subscribe

It's been a WEEK y'all. And The Pearlman's have taken the time to process and plan. We have good announcements, sad announcements, fun announcements and an apology to the Zac Brown Band, but NOT Zach Bryan. We are making this episode available to all our fans on their podcast feeds, but the ad free version will only be available on Patreon. You can Follow Sad Beige Here: https://www.instagram.com/officialsadbeige/?hl=en 

You're Not a KPop Fan, You're Just In A Parasocial Relationship... In today's video, we will deep dive into the dark and toxic world of the kpop fandom and industry, especially the Kpop group RIIZE and member Seughan receiving thousands of funeral flowers as a protest from kpop fans to leave the group RIIZE just for having a relationship. Toxic beauty standards, the obsession, the pressure to be perfect, the crazy parasocial relationships, the expectation to have absolutely no life outside of the fans and the demand for these kpop idols, celebrities and influencers to be obedient and to be okay with this toxic behavior isn't okay, and it's time for it to stop. Parasocial relationships are on the rise with Gen Z, tiktok and so many other online fandoms and forums. People need to know, celebrities, kpop idols and influencers are here to entertain, not to be your friend. Go to http://shopify.com/salemtovar to sign up for a $1-per-month trial period. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Picture this - you've just arrived at the Hampton Inn. You're tired from traveling and just want to crash. But then! You see your name on the comically large television. It's beckoning you to watch some basic cable garbage. Your night is made! You're in the hotel tv liminal space! That's right, we're talking the TV we only watch in hotels. From local news to questionable movies to a night judging the couples on House Hunters - hotels are for uncomplicated television!In small talk, Hillary discusses Legos as it relates to Wreckx-n-Effect's Rump Shaker, Bobby (apparently) is always right (??), and Meredith has fallen and she can't get up! We need a Life Alert, STAT!TSHE RecommendsWhen the Clock Broke Jane Wickline's Party Song from SNLConnect with the show!This is your show, too. Feel free to drop us a line, send us a voice memo, or fax us a butt to let us know what you think.Facebook group: This Show Has EverythingFax Bobby Your Butt: 617-354-8513 Feedback form: www.throwyourphone.com Email: tsheshow@gmail.comAOL Keyword: TSHE

Iain is joined by the wonderful historian and commentator Tessa Dunlop for this one - they talk about Moldova, Wes Streeting's family tree, Tessa's dream about Iain, reparations, the Royal visit to New Zealand and much else too!

On this episode, Elizabeth chats one-on-one with Jason Schneiderman (https://newjschneiderman.wordpress.com/) about his new book, Self Portrait of Icarus as a Country on Fire (https://bookshop.org/p/books/self-portrait-of-icarus-as-a-country-on-fire-jason-schneiderman/20915982) (Red Hen Press, 2024).

Chappell Roan is speaking out against toxic fan behavior, so Karo and Matt are discussing parasocial friendships – one-sided relationships between a civilian and a celebrity. When is it harmless fandom, and when does it cross the line? Watch this episode on YouTube! Get MOTY merch at manoftheyearpodcast.com Man of the Year on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok Matt Ritter on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter Aaron Karo on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter

Have you ever felt disappointed or upset when your favorite influencer or celebrity made a mistake? In today's digital age, it's easier than ever to form deep connections with people we've never met in person. Parasocial relationships, these one-sided bonds we develop with celebrities, influencers, or fictional characters, can be both rewarding and challenging.In this episode we: Define parasocial relationships and explore the psychological factors that contribute to their formationDiscuss the positive and negative impacts of parasocial relationshipsProvide tips on how to navigate parasocial relationships in a healthy and balanced wayHit our Homegirl Hotline…we'd love to hear from you! Call or Text us at (310) 363-1067 for advice, to share the things you're proud of, or any gems you think we'd enjoy. Watch video on YoutubeSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-black-girl-bravado1502/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

BachelorClues and PaceCase dive into a wild week in Bachelor Nation. They kick things off with a breakdown of the controversial post-finale drama surrounding Jenn Tran and Devin, dissecting Devin's ill-advised 13-minute Instagram reel and the fallout from his leaked text messages. They also explore insights from various Bachelor Nation podcasts, including Ben Higgins on Almost Famous discussing the producer influence during hometowns and The Viall Files where Nick Viall critiques the show's treatment of its leads.__Join the Pit on Patreon for more exclusive content and shows! : / gameofroses__SHOP: https://www.gameofroses.co/shop10% off code: GOR2024code valid through 9/8/24__Want coaching tips? email gameofrozes@gmail.com__Follow us on TikTok: @gameofrosesFollow us on Instagram-Game of Roses: @gameofrosespodPacecase: @pacecaseBachelor Clues: @bachelorclues Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's conversation is a fascinating deep-dive into celebrity culture with Katelyn Beaty, editor and author of Celebrities For Jesus: How Personas, Platforms, & Profits are Hurting the Church. We explore the dynamics of celebrity culture and its profound effects on both the church and our personal sense of worth and mission. Here's what we cover: 1. The importance of developing an inner locus of control 2. How celebrity culture impacts the church 3. Parasocial relationships & influencers as attachment figures 4. Reevaluating what true success looks like 5. How to discern trustworthiness in people you follow Check out Katelyn's book Celebrities for Jesus here Find Katelyn's conversation with Chuck DeGroat on celebrity and narcissism here Find a full transcript and list of resources from this episode here. If you enjoyed this episode, you'll love: Episode 119: Drawing Strength from the Past —The Spirit of Justice: True Stories of Faith, Race, and Resistance with Dr. Jemar Tisby Thanks to our sponsors: Register for Broken to Beloved Conference Go to www.organifi.com/bestofyou today and use code BESTOFYOU for 20% off your order today. Right now get up to 60% off your Babbel subscription - but only for our listeners - at Babbel.com/BESTOFYOU. Go to thrivemarket.com/bestofyou for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! Visit cozyearth.com and unlock an exclusive 35% off with code BESTOFYOU. Music by Andy Luiten Sound editing by Kelly Kramarik While Dr. Cook is a counselor, the content of this podcast and any of the products provided by Dr. Cook are not specific counseling advice nor are they a substitute for individual counseling. The content and products provided on this podcast are for informational purposes only. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bachelor Clues & Pacecase breakdown the latest Bachelor Nation news, the history of "bookgate" and other ways the producers manipulate our beloved game: The Bachelor, The Bachelorette and BIP, Colton Underwood & Kaitlyn Bristowe hosting a new show, reality t.v Emmy nominations, Rachel Lindsey ordered to pay ex-husband, Jenn Tran social media gains, the best parasocial plays from the past week and more!Shop GOR Merch10% off code: GOR2024 *code valid through 9/8/24*https://www.gameofroses.co/shopGame of Roses Bachelorette S21 Watch PartiesEvery Monday night this season we'll be at 33 Taps Silverlake - 3725 Sunset BlvdLos Angeles, CAFollow on Instagram-Game of Roses: / Game of Roses Pacecase: / PacecaseBachelor Clues: / Bachelor CluesTime Stamps00:00 This Week In Bachelor Nation02:14 State Of The Game20:09 This Week In Gains32:16 Bachelor Nation News45:05 Parasocial Play Of The Week54:14 Screams From The PitIG/TIkTok Gains graphics designed by : Aigner MathisEdited by: Nate Flaks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jump in with Carlos Juico and Gavin Ruta on episode 187 of Jumpers Jump. This episode we discuss: Celebrity name theory, Surviving 438 days at sea, Wendy's chilli finger scandal, Dark backstory of Shirley temple, Orangutans discovering medicine, Anxiety theory, Sibling smell theory, Michael Jackson Walt Disney scandal, Proving the afterlife is real, Seeing different faces in pictures, Campfire ghost video, Having good role models, Parasocial relationships, Using animals to fight battles and much more! Follow the podcast: @JumpersPodcast Follow Carlos: @CarlosJuico Follow Gavin: @GavinRutaa Check out the podcast on YouTube: https://bit.ly/JumpersJumpYT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices