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January 15, 2024 33 mins

Episode 1 of Season 2 features Taylor Lorenz discussing influencers and 

Taylor Lorenz is a prominent journalist who has made a name for herself covering topics related to technology, internet culture, and social media. She has worked for major publications such as The Atlantic, The New York Times, and The Washington Post. Her work covers the intersection of technology and society. Lorenz is known for her in-depth reporting on issues such as online harassment, influencer culture, and the impact of social media on various aspects of society, including politics, mental health, and interpersonal relationships. Her work often delves into the ways in which technology shapes contemporary life and the challenges and opportunities that come with it. 
 
Amanda, Sari Beth & Kea sat down with Taylor Lorenz author of Extremely Online: The Untold Story of Fame, Influence, and Power on the Internet to discuss the grifty origin story of the World Wide Web and discussed how it forever shapes our daily lives today.
 
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