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In this week's episode, we explore the normalisation of conspiracy theories among TikTok users and how the platform's latest features are encouraging this type of thinking. We look at several recent examples where creators have been "cancelled" for seemingly mundane behaviour and look at how users twisted the narrative to suit bizarre conspiracy theories, sometimes greatly impacting the creator's life and business.
Timestamps:
11:41 Balenciaga drops $25M lawsuit against production agency North Six
15:03 Viral “Female Gaze” TikTok creator Strange Kevin exposed for past misogynistic content
24:15 David Dobrik’s pizza business off to a rough start, Tana Mongeau implicated in launch drama
35:49 Kanye West subreddit becomes Taylor Swift page as fans turn their back on the artist
40:16 Brittany Broski faces backlash from Harry Styles fans over Spotify Wrapped
48:14 TikTok & the rise of conspiracy theories
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Resources:
https://nypost.com/2022/12/03/balenciaga-drops-25m-lawsuit-against-producers-of-disturbing-campaign/