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Sorry…Again: When Influencer Apologies Become a Performance

September 28, 2026 Kate Weurding

The makeup is gone. The colorful background is gone. The once-bold style has now switched to comfy sweatshirts and sweatpants. The eyes appear full of sorrow. No music, editing, or elaborate introduction. Instead, an influencer sits alone and looks directly into the camera as they say, “I owe you guys

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The Ozempidemic: How Meghan Trainor’s Musical Brand Changed with her Weight Loss Journey

September 22, 2026 Grace Weigand

In 2014, Meghan Trainor released “All About That Bass,” a song that not only spread a message, but built her brand based on body positivity. The song promoted self-acceptance and love for your natural body, regardless of industry standards or the “right” clothing size. Lines such as, “every inch of

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Counterfeit Cool: The Art of Faking Carolyn Bessette

March 3, 2026 Greta Liu

Hulu’s Love Story has introduced an entirely new generation to the glamour of the Kennedy family, this time with a particular focus on Carolyn Bessette Kennedy and her relationship with JFK Jr. Since the release of the show, social media has been inundated with images of the couple: grainy paparazzi

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