8.6 Yomi Adegoke on Imposter Syndrome, The List, and The Power of Social Media
Oct 23, 2023
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Caggie is joined by Yomi Adegoke, a prominent voice in journalism and bestselling author. They discuss Yomi's unexpected path into journalism, her struggles with imposter syndrome while writing a book, and the toxic world of cancel culture. They also explore the dissonance between online and offline personas and the challenges of navigating cancel culture and virtue signaling.
Yomi Adegoke discusses her struggles with imposter syndrome while writing her book 'The List', highlighting the challenges faced by authors.
Yomi Adegoke explores the toxic world of cancel culture and the powerful influence of social media, encouraging critical conversations about these topics.
Yomi Adegoke and Caggie explore the dissonance between online and offline personas, highlighting how individuals become different people when interacting behind screens.
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The List: Exploring the Complexities of Social Media
Yomi Adegoke, a journalist and writer, discusses her book 'The List' and the complexities of the social media landscape. The book explores the concept of cancellation and the blurred lines between truth and falsehoods online. Adegoke delves into imposter syndrome, the toxic nature of social media, and the dissonance between online and offline personas. 'The List' offers a thought-provoking look at how social media impacts our lives and the need for critical conversations about cancel culture and free speech.
Building a book based on friendship and mutual support
The podcast episode discusses how the hosts, Elizabeth and Yomi, wrote a book together that served as a guide to life. The idea for the book came from their desire to support each other and provide guidance, even though they felt unsure about their own capabilities. They conducted interviews with women from different generations and discovered that many of the challenges they faced were similar across age groups. The main insight from writing the book was that sisterhood and allies play a crucial role in overcoming hurdles and achieving success.
Navigating online platforms, cancel culture, and the power of nuanced debate
The podcast episode dives into the impact of online platforms and the phenomenon of cancel culture. The hosts reflect on the intentional polarization that occurs on social media platforms to gain attention and engagement. They also discuss the fear-based environment that discourages nuanced debate and authenticity. The conversation touches on how individuals often feel pressured to have immediate and strong opinions, fearing backlash or misinterpretation. Furthermore, they explore the importance of creating space for admitting uncertainty and the need for constructive dialogue amidst the volatile nature of online discourse.
In this episode, Caggie is joined by Yomi Adegoke, a prominent voice in journalism and the bestselling author of Slay in Your Lane and recent Sunday Times Best Seller, The List. Caggie kicks off the episode by delving into Yomi's early life and her unexpected path into journalism. We explore how she entered the creative world and navigated the instability and uncertainties of this career choice. However, she explains that her journey defied expectations and led her to where she truly belongs.
Writing a book is no small feat, and Yomi candidly shares her struggles with imposter syndrome during the process. Caggie and Yomi delve into her new book, The List, and discuss the toxic world of cancel culture, where Yomi provides her unique perspective on this phenomenon and explores the powerful influence of social media. Additionally, Caggie and Yomi discuss the dissonance between our online and offline personas, uncovering how everyone becomes a different person when interacting behind the screen.
Whether you're a journalism enthusiast, a writer, or simply curious about the dynamics of social media and cancel culture, this episode promises fascinating insights.
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