New Books in Science, Technology, and Society cover image

David Crystal, "Bookish Words and Their Surprising Stories" (Bodleian Library, 2025)

New Books in Science, Technology, and Society

00:00

The Evolution of Influencers: From Agony Aunts to Modern Advice

This chapter explores the historical ties between modern influencers and traditional advice figures like 'agony aunts' and 'uncles.' It highlights how these advisory roles have evolved and their impact on societal behavior throughout history.

Transcript
Play full episode

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app