Pressure of Constant Relevance
How did staying relevant become a full-time performance?
4.8 (38)
27 mins
Uncover how social media’s spotlight turns self-expression into a relentless race for attention and validation. Discover the emotional toll of chasing visibility, where the fear of fading out often overshadows authentic connection and creativity.
Ep 1:
Life, Performed and Quantified
From eleven-year-olds staging photo-op playdates to teens fielding disturbing DMs, host Beatrice Goodwin exposes how likes, streaks, and status quietly rewire childhood and self-worth.
Ep 2:
The Comparison Machine Never Sleeps
Even millionaire influencers can't escape comparison. We unpack algorithm manipulation, profile inflation, FOMO, and Essena O'Neill's shocking exit from a life built entirely for likes.
Discussions (11)
Logan
Level 3 · 8 mo agoI post, therefore I am.
Griffin
Level 2 · 9 mo agoSocial media fake asf, im just tryna get a gf tho.
Frederick
Level 7 · 9 mo agoStatus signaling existed long before Instagram.
