Talk Tuah with Haliey Welch I SAID HAWK TUAH AND NOW I'M HERE w/ Whitney Cummings - Talk Tuah Ep. 1
Sep 10, 2024
Haliey Welch, formerly known as 'Hawk Tuah Girl', is ready to show she’s more than just a viral sensation. Joined by her mentor, actress and comedian Whitney Cummings, they dive into tales of childhood trauma, celebrity crushes, and navigating social media's pressures. They humorously compare societal perceptions of drug users to superhumans and discuss the emotional complexities of animal rescue. Through laughter and candid reflections, they emphasize self-identity and resilience in the face of societal expectations.
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Authenticity Over Manufactured Virality
- Authenticity beats manufactured branding and catchphrases when trying to connect with people.
- Haliey’s viral moment worked because she spoke spontaneously, not because she planned to go viral.
Comfort With Controversy As A Skill
- Public figures benefit from being comfortable with controversy and projections people place on them.
- Identity becomes a mix of who you are and what others project onto you.
Two Words That Triggered Overnight Fame
- Haliey said two words in Nashville and overnight fame followed, which left her scared to leave home for weeks.
- She asked the original posters to stop and felt depressed when they monetized the footage without consent.